oo1 ϟ video ☾been down an unkind road☽

[strikes_x_twice]

[ The video feed flickers across a warm light, then pink hair comes into view before a face follows soon after. The movement is Lightning stepping away from where she had set up the device for record. She sits down in front of the camera feed on a predetermined placed chair and holds her hands to her knees. ]

I'm Lightning. I have been here for nearly a month, or as far as I understand. The brief experience in worlds of my own, and in others, may have inflicted with the timeline. [ She shrugs. She can't be sure of anything. ] Part of me still expects to wake up, or this is some sort of manifestation of yet another false reality.

I'm assured it's not. That this is the reality we all face together.

In any case. [ She lifts her head, her eyes narrow and her tone becomes dryer. ] My purpose here may be at the hands of these divine entities; but my destiny is my own.

I encourage others to live for themselves. First. It's all we can control. It's all we can do.

I ask for those who are willing, to introduce themselves to me and share with me their experiences, thus far.

Thank you.

[ Lightning stands up and moves to the device and the video feed quickly switches off. ]

Comments

[strikes_x_twice]

Seems like a lot of people here would be walking around with high anxiety. Knowing there's lack of enforcement to keep people in line. With what you've said about knowing people here are inclined for murder.. I'll admit I'm feeling less sure of going out and meeting others.

[circumitus]

Well, barring on just holing yourself up forever... To be frank, it's not that bad. Most people here aren't types who'd slit your throat while on a park stroll, it's no more dangerous than most cities anyway. You just got more people with powers and psychosis, on top of gods messing with shit here.

Some places are kept safe enough, anyway. If you're looking to meet people, the Speakeasy is a pretty well guarded place.

[strikes_x_twice]

Thanks for that. I'll check it out. Anyone I should be aware of?

[circumitus]

What, you mean those who are more potentially the throat-slitting type or anyone in general? Can give you answers or either.

Or both, though opinions might be subjective.

[strikes_x_twice]

Guess both would be appreciated. Bias answers are a start.

[circumitus]

Well, if you don't mind personal bias... There are some organized groups in the city that could use help. If you're physically adept, the Guard can always do with extra hands. Clinic needs more people who are medically inclined and-or able to heal. It depends on what you're looking to do, but those are places to start.

If you're asking for specifically individuals to watch out for like the ones who enjoy stirring up shit around here, that's another matter and usually the stuff the Guard keeps up to date on.