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

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[theboogieman]

Who: The crew of the SS Red Fish
Broadcast: n/a probably
Action: yep, it's a ship mingle
When: some time around the snow planet?

[yep. they all got business to attend to. new planet, new crewmate, new problems...]

003

[alwayscomeback]

Who: Sokka and you!
Broadcast: Private to the SS Blue Fish
Action: Snow planet - open to all
When: Today

[NETWORK - VIDEO; SS BLUE FISH ONLY]

[Sokka has already found himself the correct winter wear for this planet. It's nothing like his traditional Southern Water Tribe getup, but they'll do the job. He smiles at the camera, waving the spear he's managed to make for himself.]

Hey guys! I know not everyone's big on the eternal winter planet, but I grew up in the South Pole, so this is the sort of place I'm used to. Anyway, I figured I'd head out and get us some food. Fish, try and get a couple elk and stuff. I've been working on an ice box in the cargo hold, so we should be able to keep it fresh for a while, too. Anyone's welcome to join me, but if you don't feel like it, don't worry, I'll make sure there's plenty of food to go round for all of us.

[He's not even trying to be a decent captain, really. After providing for his tribe for so much of his life, and team Avatar after that, this sort of thing is natural to him. He grins, giving the camera a gloved thumbs up.]

We'll be feasting tonight, guys! WOOOO!

[ACTION;]

[Sokka can be found by anyone who's braving the wintery planet. Perhaps you'll catch him in the habited areas, haggling with a couple natives on some hunting gear. Or perhaps you'll find him stalking through the tundras, hunting the animals who are, indeed adorable, but are also made of delicious meat.

One of the few times you'll find him sitting quietly are when he's sat himself on a frozen patch of water, ice fishing. But be quiet or you'll scare the food.]