Angeal Hewley

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I'm unsure what prompted the change, but by now you've noticed that the map on your communicators are tracking all user positions. The upgrade to the system may have other uses. If it proves to be efficient, it will be easier to tell when someone is truly gone or if they've wandered into an unsafe area and are in need of help. It would be helpful if any such situations were reported.

For those who responded to the census, I've created a list. Unfortunately, many things can change in a month. If any of the below have disappeared since it was created, it will be noted to keep others on alert. For those who have not responded, I would encourage you to, for your own safety.

Presumably someone has passed on since then, as well. I'll assume we'll be informed of their status, as well as the status of Niflheim.

( cut for length )

( Filtered \\ Smoker )
( Filtered \\ Tseng )

Since we seem to be going through a rare period of stability, this could be the time to become more organized.

I wonder how many of you would be willing to take part in a census. The population is constantly shifting and it should be easier to keep track of who is missing or lost if there is a record somewhere. It's also possible that we'll find certain trends among those who are brought here if enough of you take part.

To begin, I was hoping to get the names of everyone here, and how long you've been in the city. Also, if you're willing to share it, your age and whether there are are any others from your world with you.

If nothing else, it should serve as a directory to reference when needed.

( VOICE Filtered \\ Zack )
( VOICE Filtered \\ 'Jeff' )

I still wonder where it came from. Although we might have defeated it, we've yet to determine exactly why. It left no traces behind, and yet--

...

It's good to hear some of you in higher spirits. I haven't seen any sign that the monster will return, but I'm sure that you know to be on your guard. Even during your... festivities. I'd encourage you all to enjoy them, while the weather is on our side.


( Filtered // Sephiroth, Genesis )

[Edit: TEXT]

( Filtered // Zack )

[Opening on a sigh-- There's usually a reason for his silence and he finds it unfortunate that such an event would end it. But as horrible as it is, he knows how quickly these things can escalate.]

Of course it had gone too long since peace was broken.

[A somber silence, to which he adds lightly.]

It may seem harsh, but I'd ask that not everyone get involved. There isn't need for a panic. Trust that it will be dealt with.

[The silence on the line seems carried over from the scene he witnessed earlier. His voice is low and somber.]

--Zack.

[Another pause as if he's having difficulty finding what words to say. It's nothing he shouldn't be prepared for, but he had hoped to spare them. In the end it all sounds trite, and he lets the silence hang for a moment more before switching it off.]

( Filtered: Cloud and Tseng )

Strange. The addition to the city seems unrelated to the... familiars as they were called. Are there any theories to why it appeared now?

[A tense breath. He sounds rather tired and distracted.]

If it hasn't been said, I'm sure you all know enough to be careful if you choose to explore it.

( Filtered: Gillian )

[VOICE]

[There's an extended silence after the line opens, almost as if he'd turned it on by accident. The only noise that can be heard are the distant murmurings in the background before the recording abruptly clicks off.]

[end VOICE | switch to TEXT]

It seems that there have been no shortage of new arrivals, even with the city in this state. I'm assuming that the conditions haven't degenerated further in the past several days. Have there been any other significant losses?

I had hope that this would be resolved given enough time, but there was never a clear direction. Perhaps it's the price we pay.


( Filtered: Sephiroth/Genesis )

I'd imagine it's a little late to advise everyone to stay calm.

[He's silent for a while; reluctant to allude to his status.]

It seems that some of you are feeling the effects more than others. It's more than likely tied to the attacks, but if any of you have an idea of why you would be targeted, I'd be interested in hearing it.

[He suddenly sounds tired, if not a little despondent.]

... How many are left that are able to fight?

( Filtered: LILITH )

( Filtered: Zack, Genesis, Sephiroth )

[Just as the line opens, there are sounds of an inhuman growl in the distance. Angeal sounds as if he's been struggling to keep his bearings in the red zone.]

-- What is it? ... Wherever he came from, don't let it get past.

[It cuts off for a moment and then Angeal's tone changes as he addresses everyone.]

The monster near the bridge... we're going to get the situation under control. Until we've taken care of it, stay clear--

[End transmission.]


ooc - re: this.

I see that they were successful. Still, if none were severely injured, we should consider ourselves fortunate. Perhaps we should use this time to regroup and discuss how to prepare for the next crisis.

Zack, if you've returned, I'd be interested to hear the details of your mission.

( Filtered to Ranmaru )

It's calmer than it has been in some time, even with the new arrivals. Still, I didn't expect to see such good spirits after everything that has happened here. Perhaps it is possible to restore peace in this city.

I feel somewhat indebted for my failures in the past, I will do whatever I can to help retain it.

[Filtered from Sephiroth]

Yet there is still much that I've yet to understand. If there are those who are familiar, is memory loss common here? Even with the time discrepancies, it seems to be reoccurring among certain residents.

Is there a way to reverse it?

[/Filter]

( Filtered to Genesis )

( Filtered to Zack )

[Connection clicks off and on, as if he is debating on whether or not to use it. Finally, it stays on long enough for a voice to come through, sounding low and tired.]

After all this--

[pause and a sharp intake of breath]

I'm sorry. I know now that I was brought back to stop him. It's my fault for having not seen, before...


[Another click and the transmission cuts out.]

( ooc )

I am sorry to hear of those who were lost. But I would hope that those of you seeking vengeance do not do so blindly. There is no reason to bring about more pointless deaths.

If you are in need of aid, I would gladly offer mine.

( filtered || Zack )

[The voice on the other end sounds distant, almost like he's talking to someone nearby.]

I had hoped this world had seen enough of them. Were they always here or are they part of that same legacy that lingers on even after its been destroyed?


[A pause, as if he's listening to part of an unheard conversation. When he speaks again his tone is low and solemn]


You said we were all monsters. Perhaps you think we'd be better suited alongside them.

...

I wonder what you're planning to do.

I hadn't expected that a place so strange would become so familiar. I'm still unsure of what this change in fate could mean, but I will see it through until I come to understand my purpose. There is significance in those who were chosen to be brought here. I would not waste an opportunity to find out why. Time doesn't erase what has happened in the past, but perhaps we can still resolve some of what can't be undone.

Sephiroth, if you wish to come on this meeting, be ready.

Zack. I'm sorry. I will speak with you when I return.

[transmission begins in silence. When a voice comes through it is barely audible, as if he is having difficulty putting his thoughts to words]

I have never been here. I shouldn't have survived; I did not intend to. Was I rejected from the Lifestream...? Am I--


...

[transmission cuts for several minutes and when it begins again the voice sounds considerably more composed]

I see that I am not alone. I can hear others in the distance. This device... who does it belong to? What is this city?