driftfleet | (no subject)

Who: Charles Xavier + You
Broadcast: Video
Action: SS Heron
When: Right now!

[ The video starts with Charles sitting on his wheelchair, his hands neatly folded on his lap. He rubs faint circles on his legs for a few seconds, the only real sign of tension. ]

Hello. My names is Charles Xavier. I am a geneticist graduated from Oxford. I -- [ ran ] -- run a school in Westchester for the Gifted. Mutants. People with abilities. My focus is the training and control of abilities we do not always fully understand, abilities that are gifts but can often run amok.

[ He pauses, catching his second wind before continuing on, poised. ]

I am also a telepath with a full set of abilities in aiding the mind and extremely . . . proficient. I do not read minds without permission, because honestly, I really don't care.

[ Charles pauses again, wondering if he should say more and dismisses it. People can ask him if they need details - which they will. ]

If anyone would like to make use of my abilities and skills, they are certainly most welcome to. Confidentiality, of course, is key and you need not make anything public if you do not wish to. If you have any questions for me, the floor is open for you.

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

[ Steadily. ]

I can. There have been many times when people have needed it. Whether it's to ease a traumatic memory so they can sleep at night or to recover a memory of a loved one.

I can see that for others, but I think I'm good.

I appreciate that you offer it as a service, though. How are you with phobias?

Depends on the phobia. There's no reason why it should pose any trouble.

Well, I won't volunteer anyone, but it's good to know.

[ Hm. He has a guess as to who it might be, but there's no reason to bring it up. ]

Of course.

And, you know, if you ever need a confidante… it's a lot to take on other people's stuff. I'd be happy to listen. I have an office and everything.

[ Charles is silent. The offer was heart-felt but Charles wasn't sure. Brain meddling and all that. ]

I appreciate the offer. Thank you.

You're welcome. I should maybe do my job at some point or another.

Your job?

Personnel.

That's . . . rather wide. What does it entail?

I think the implication is like... counseling. But I'm also super great at personal assisting.

The more counselors around, the better. It seems like the Fleet could use that kind of help.

Seems that way, for sure.

[ He nods. ]

Good luck. I hope you find a way.

Thanks.

Any more questions about what I can do?

Not right now. But I'm sure other questions might come to mind.

[ He'd ask for a genetic sample, but even Charles knows that might be pushing it. ]

All right. Just let me know if you do!

[ she goes to rinse out her mug, and offers to take his ]

[ He hesitates before handing it to her. He's gotten better at accepting little help, but not good at voicing it. ]

Thank you.

Of course. Thanks for having me over.