002 [Video] Backdated to March 17th

[elegant_and_proud]

[Ikaruga appears on the network with a serene look on her face. She's currently polishing her sword tidily in her lap, keeping it shiny and well-maintained.]

Good evening, fellow residents of Hadriel. There is a certain peace of mind that comes from being capable of defending oneself. Exercise is an excellent way to stay healthy as well.

[She continues polishing the sword at an unhurried, deliberate pace before looking up again.]

That being said, I have decided to offer lessons in the art of the sword. I am also willing to be a sparring partner to those who already have training. If anyone is interested, kindly reply here or send me a private message.


[Filtered to Team Tranquility]

I propose a friendly competition. Whomever makes the most people from other teams feel tranquil will receive a home cooked meal from me.

Comments

[Video]

[fadeling]

Maybe it will help. People should be safe. [Or as safe as it gets around here anyway]

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

It may. Regular training develops the reflexes. Sometimes, the most crucial thing in a dangerous situation is simply being able to react quickly and correctly.

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Yes. People need that. Thank you for helping.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[It's more that she's bored than anything else, but hey. If it helps while keeping her entertained, everyone wins.]

Are you seeking lessons, then?

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

No. I'm not a person. People need it more than I do.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[What.]

I count non-humans as people.

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

I'm not. I think I was almost, but I'm not. I don't remember anymore.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

I think if you are able to communicate with others and were assigned a phone like the rest of us, that you count as a person. By my definition, anyhow. Your own definition of personhood may be different than mine.

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Maybe. Most people don't think so. I'm a wisp and a whisper.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[Now she's curious. She's wondering if he was just never registered on any sort of birth records or what.]

But you are sentient and you are communicating with me now.

Private Text

[manofmettle]

That's a generous offer, Ikaruga. [Danse has zero chance at winning the prize, but hopefully someone else in their team will be motivated to work hard for it.]

I didn't get a chance to properly thank you for your help the other day as well. You move very quickly.

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Maybe. Spirits aren't people.

Private Text

[elegant_and_proud]

I don't mind cooking for others. Having company over for dinner relaxes me.

Taking care of the problem efficiently benefited us all. That music was ghastly.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

[Oooooooh. That makes more sense, then.]

You are a spirit?

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Yes. A wisp and a whisper. Fading and faded to Fade. I don't have to be a person.

[manofmettle]

I apologize. I was the one who told the skeleton about the library.

[voice]

[beanstalk]

[ He's too lazy for video honestly. Even though that isn't really totally helpful in this situation... ]

I suppose I'll take you up on that offer for a spar. This place tends to get pretty dull.

[voice]

[elegant_and_proud]

[Well, she only knows of one other pink haired person in all of Hadriel, so that makes her easy enough to find, at least.]

Wonderful. When would you like to meet?

Perma private text

[elegant_and_proud]

You have nothing to apologize for, Danse. There was no way for you to know that he would cause so much trouble, and we had an open invitation.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

I suppose not. But does this mean you are able to keep yourself safe from the dangers here?

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Yes. I can be hard to see.

[voice]

[beanstalk]

[ This is true. Beyond, you know, just looking back at the video to double check instead of making a fool of himself :D ]

Anytime, really. Not like I have any plans or anything.

[Video]

[elegant_and_proud]

Does the video function on the phones make being seen easier for you?

Re: [Video]

[fadeling]

Sometimes. Maybe. I don't know, I never tried.

[voice]

[elegant_and_proud]

How about in one hour, in the open area near the lake?

[Somewhere where they won't have to watch out for other people.]