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[mismanagement]

[The video shows Maketh and Henry sitting next to each other. Maketh’s uniform has been ironed half to death, all of the angles sharp enough to cut, and she quite possibly has never looked so professional in her life.]

Hello, Hadriel. Many of you have been patrolling and protecting the city on your own. It’s time to make that official. We have taken one of the unoccupied buildings to serve as a headquarters and would invite anyone and everyone who wishes to help to come and sign up. We are going to start patrolling on a schedule, with regular reports and check-ins. It appears that we’re going to be stuck here for a while, so we ought to do this right.

We are also looking for anyone willing to teach self-defense to the civilians. Speak to myself or Henry Percy if you are interested.

[Henry wears full plate armour, of late fourteenth century craftsmanship. There is assurance in his posture throughout Maketh's address. He speaks only after she has said all that needs to be said.]

The strength of any community is bestowed in part by its unity. To that end, we aim to make a worthy contribution. Soon those who seek assistance may easily avail themselves of ours.

[Attached to the message is a map, with the location guard headquarters marked.]

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[unfollowing]

i guess christmas came early for you

[She's pretty much making the face in her icon. Too bad she prefers text to video.]

[video]

[mismanagement]

[Maketh is unsure if she's being mocked or not. She decides to take it lightly either way.]

What is christmas?

[video]

[synthedick]

Just checking in. I'll swing by this afternoon to officially sign up, but you know I won't argue if you want to go ahead and put my name down for my usual shifts.

[The night ones, when other folks sleep.]

[hotspurred]

[Henry doesn't quite manage fully repress his instinctive startlement at Nick's appearance, though he quickly schools his expression. Evidently this is one for Maketh to handle, since this is apparently an ally of hers.]

We are glad to have you.

[He is sincere, at least.]

[video]

[mismanagement]

[Maketh gives him a smile.]

Thank you, Nick. I appreciate the support.

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[wavesoakedlegs]

[Ah, so it's time. Mitsuhide doesn't look very animated right now, but he at least speaks with a quiet sincerity. He's been anticipating this ever since he arrived, forgetting for a brief time only when the fireflies had sent him into a dream-like trance.]

As I said when you welcomed me here, Maketh, I would willingly lend my sword to this cause.

[Too many in this place have no means of defending themselves, after all, beyond what defense those trained in combat can give. This is the right thing to do, and Mitsuhide is ever the compassionate heart.]

Thank you for starting this.

[hotspurred]

[While this man resembles the mercenary Yoshimasa in terms of heritage, there is something in his bearing that reminds Henry of Iamarl. Only time will tell whether that is for better or worse.]

With gratitude do we accept your sword. When shall we expect to see you?

[video]

[mismanagement]

Your aid would be greatly appreciated, sir. [Maketh gives him a little smile.] We are stronger together.

[Video]

[thechoiceisyours]

You know I kind of suck at this sort of thing, but if there's something I can help with, uh... Just let me know.

[Even though just about all he has to offer is tech knowledge and being a really good shot.]

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Anything you can do to help would be appreciated. I may have some questions concerning the technology at our disposal in the future.

[hotspurred]

[Uncertainty is not a trait that Henry encourages.]

We are thankful for all aid, whether one joins our ranks or not.

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[dedikated]

Sounds like a good plan.

Have you picked any times for those self-defence classes? 'M finishing a plan for first aid classes at the clinic and coordinating might be a good idea.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Not yet. We're working to line instructors up first. Please share your information with us when it's ready so we can coordinate.

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[krangke]

(Newt has never seen Maketh look so on point and suddenly he realizes what a genuine soldier she actually was. Seeing the other man there too looking just as impressive almost gives Newt a mild sense of tension in his gut.

But Maketh isn't like those people in the clean uniforms that he was used to. This was something else entirely. They were trying to help people. Besides, he's long since known that he can trust Maketh.

And if Maketh trusted this guy then he would too.)

I'd like to help if I can. I've always thought we needed to be a little more unified so if there's anything at all that I can do, I'd be happy to help.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

[Maketh gives him a smile - a real one, not the type she used to practice in front of a mirror for speeches. This one is smaller, a little tentative, but warm.]

Thank you, Newt. I'd like to incorporate some of the mapping techniques you used in the Maze to our patrols here. It would be helpful if we could determine exactly what we're dealing with - if there's a schedule to how the environment changes, or at least a pattern we might detect. Think you could help me with that?

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[prespangled]

Ma'am, you know I'd like to serve.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

And as always, we welcome it. Let me know if you have any suggestions.

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[blowyoudown]

I'm a sheriff back where I come from. And I know how this all works, so. I'd be glad to help. And I can probably teach self defence, but... not sure how useful it'd be outside a fight with another humanoid.

[video]

[mismanagement]

That would be appeciated, sir. My own experience is largely military and I would appreciate a different perspective.

I'm afraid I don't know your name, though.

['Humanoid'. Interesting choice of phrasing there.] You have experience with...something else?

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[barbarus]

[ Everything about Damen's expression radiates approval. This is exactly what he wants for the city, and he's glad to see it. ]

I want to be involved. Both in the patrol, and in teaching, if you'll have me.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Of course. You are very welcome in both capacities.

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[unknowable]

It's a good idea, if everyone involved can be trusted. I can't contribute anything in the way of self-defense, but I can do basic first aid.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

[Maketh knows she probably doesn't count as trustworthy to Adam, but hopefully the others will.]

That is our hope. I think you would be better off coordinating with the clinic directly. Anyone with that sort of training will be welcome.

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[quaerit]

[ Guarding and self-defense are certainly great things, and Gansey would ordinarily applaud the effort. It gives him a certain security to know there are actual experts stepping forward now.

But... ]

I'm sorry. did you say Henry Percy?

[ Priorities. ]

The Henry Percy?

[ Even from the video, he can tell that armor looks authentic. ]

[video]

[mismanagement]

Is he known to you?

[video]

[firstorders]

[Oh look, Maketh, it is your favorite fascist looking quite mild and blase on the screen.]

I would offer to help out but in truth, I'm half afraid you might shoot me on accident. Which is a pity because I feel as though I could definitely help in training your little civilian brigade of peace-keepers. But I have little interest in being shot even whilst trying to be helpful.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

[She's really regretting not shooting you in the knee, Hux.]

Rest assured, General, that if I were to shoot you, it would certainly not be on accident.

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[cashlin]

Sooo... a militia. Am I getting that right?

[Lilith's hesitant. Somebody who's only more than a bandit because she's sane, joining up with a civilian taskforce? Kind of hilarious.]

That's not really my style. If you guys need a hand with the self-defense bit, though, you know where to find me.

[and locked to Maketh--]

That smarmy bastard up there your General?

[Video]

[mismanagement]

We're only aiming to protect the city in an organized fashion. There will be no ranks, nothing of that nature. I'd understand if that makes you uncomfortable, though.

[locked]

That's him, yes. I'm afraid he's gotten under my skin.

[voice]

[circumitus]

We've already discussed this, but am still interested. Will just stop by the headquarters to sign up officially.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Thank you, Rey. [Maketh gives her a smile.] Your aid is always appreciated.

[stepford_smiler]

I would be interested in teaching people martial arts, if you are still in need of people.

I can also heal people if you're looking for those kinds of people as well.

[mismanagement]

We would welcome your aid. As for the healing, that would be welcome as well, but I shall direct you to the clinic. They can better point you in the proper direction.

I'm afraid I don't know your name, sir?

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[watashinonamaewa]

[ Don't mind Cibo being half naked with a towel draped over her silk white hair. Clearly this came up first thing after her shower. ]

Yeah- Hey, I-

[ Ruffle her hair a little and... There. Better. Not so drippy and. Wet. ]

Hey, Maketh. I'm interested.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Cibo. [It's been a while. They didn't meet under the best circumstances.] You are very welcome to join us.

[Video]

[mismanagement]

Maketh Tua. ]She nods to her companion.] That is Henry Percy.

You're new, I see.

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[smited]

This is wonderful, thank you for pulling it together. I would like to volunteer both for regular patrol duty and for training civilians as I have already been doing both on my own.

[text]

[mismanagement]

You are most welcome. I would like to incorporate your lessons into ours, if you are willing to collaborate on the matter.