Oh the weather outside is frightful...

[thespaceopera]

[it has been a little while--and isn't occurring on the correct day--but with a sharp crackle of static over the speakers, a familiar musical tune heralds the return of a voice that everyone has undoubtedly missed. if Diamond had truly been sick as claimed, she must have completely recovered. she sounds as bright and enthusiastic as ever.]

Good morning, passengers! ...Goodness, it's nice to be back. I have missed you all so very much.

I'd like to give a warm thanks to Beau for filling in for me, and will just jump right in to this week's Shuffle!

[and only those from a modern, Christmas-celebrating region of Earth would probably recognize the significance, but there is definitely the sound of jingle bells chiming away in the distant background]

We have three new faces joining the ranks this week, replacing the... one... [and she sounds quite unsure about this] ...that is no longer with us. Also, Captain Harvey is giving up her rank as she is transferred to the Red Fish, leaving Captain Flora to take her place! Congratulations on the promotion, dear.

[there is no canned applause this week, but--by the sounds of it--two pairs of hands clap relatively near the receiver.]

And I hope you all take the opportunity to stretch your legs on the local planet while you can. The weather is absolutely delightful this time of year, but you should bundle up anyway! Complimentary winter gear can be found in your lockers, but please dispose of properly upon exit of the planet's range, or serious injury may occur.

...Until next time, the worlds are watching!


ooc: scratchy knitted sweaters, hats, and gloves can indeed be found in the lockers all December--though they only come in the customary colors of charcoal and beige, and all bear the Atroma logo. ...also, they may or may not burn up like flashpaper once the month is over. have fun!

ooc shuffle post → here
december planet post → here

Comments

self-destructing sweaters lskdjfsdklgsdg

[aberrant_type]

[... what. Cecil. OK this is fine but a surprise and let's address something else even if she's not expecting an answer]

Where's your big audience, Diamond? [That sounds like a few people tops, not a big crowd.]

voice or whatever

[birdsbirdsbirds]

That is kind of strange, isn't it...

voice

[aberrant_type]

Maybe they got the plague too.

[it's funny, you can laugh]

voice

[birdsbirdsbirds]

[oh, don't worry. he laughs.]

Well, that other man, Beau. Said something about Diamond being sick. I assumed there wasn't any truth to it, but...

voice

[aberrant_type]

Wouldn't that be interesting?

But at this point all we can do is speculate anyway.

voice

[birdsbirdsbirds]

[a sigh...]

You're technically right. It's a real downer, isn't it?

[aberrant_type]

Cheer up, Robin! From the sounds of it a planet's coming up. We can all get outside, get some real air, move around a little, shake things up.

[birdsbirdsbirds]

Yes, but I want answers. A logical explanation, even.

I mean, they could at least explain whether or not these mittens are going to turn into acid, or something.

[aberrant_type]

That would be an incredible transmutation of matter if it happened. I'd like to see how they'd manage it.

[birdsbirdsbirds]

And I'd like to not have my skin sloughed off. Even if it's for science.

[aberrant_type]

They don't seem to be deriving entertainment value from killing us so far, so if we follow instructions, it sounds like we'll be all right.

That said, if they're giving us winter gear I expect the planet might be quite cold. You could try buying your own gear there.

[birdsbirdsbirds]

Oh... Maybe they'll have nicer clothes. [c-cheering up.] Now that's a reason to go outside.

[aberrant_type]

[Robin you vain bird you. She chuckles.]

Just wear your sweater in the betweens. Wouldn't want you to catch a cold.