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[thespaceopera]

[with everyone's augmentations having returned to proper functioning order, all interference has cleared from the network. Atroma's signal comes through loud and clear, with the usual jingle announcing this week's shuffle uninterrupted. and when it finishes, Diamond's voice rings out with overflowing excitement.]

Fifteen ships! ...Have you all looked out the windows, dear passengers? Have you noticed the way that the Fleet swells with life and activity? The SS Paisley drifts with us now, empty and waiting for someone to boldly take command.

...Will it be one of you? Or are we waiting on the next round of intrepid souls to fill her halls? The suspense is palpable! We're on the edge of our seats, here...

The first fifteen of the fleet are flying, and as a reward, they've all received a little boost. Just a little roomier, a little shinier, just for you.

[and she pauses for a deep, satisfied breath. give her just a moment.]

...As such, there are seven new souls joining our ranks this week, replacing the three that are leaving us. Please make them feel welcome!

The fleet is heading toward a special treat this month, since you've all been so wonderful. We will be stopping by one of the most famous historic getaway spots in this stretch of the system, so take advantage of it! There aren't many of these left in such pristine condition, so don't miss out.

And please behave yourselves. ...Though, I don't need to remind you of that, do I?

[she's grinning when she says it. it's there in her voice.]

Remember, the worlds are watching!


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Comments

Network; Fleet Wide

[alwayscomeback]

Does anyone else find the empty ship they don't need floating around with our ships really freaking suspicious?

Action

[save_the_souls]

[Without even looking up from his textbook]

I'd hope so.

[alwayscomeback]

I mean... they just gave everyone extra space, so why add another ship now?

[Just...squinting out of the window. ]

Wonder what they've got on it.

[save_the_souls]

No.

[mysunnydisposition]

...do you think they sent out a haunted ship just to screw with us?

[ ...she's being sarcastic. Mostly. But hey, she's seen Event Horizon. She's not going to be the first one on that ship. ]

[alwayscomeback]

Why not? Last month we had these...creepy guys following us for a little while, right?

[mysunnydisposition]

[ Head tilt.]

Creepy guys?

action

[dancingmd]

[Surprise! The transporter has brought you a new crew member! Beverly looks tired and more than a little frustrated as the multi-colored confetti rains down on her and cheery music fills the bridge. A small plate of chocolates appears on a console next to her, but she doesn't notice, as she's too busy examining the room. What Ino said about the state of these ships was definitely not an understatement. Turning, she sees Sokka.]

Hello. I'm Dr. Beverly Crusher, and I assume this is my ... new assignment?

[alwayscomeback]

[OH, hey, it's a new person! Sokka hopes this one lasts longer than a week. The revolving door of newbies is getting old. He smiles giving her a wave. ]

Guess so. I'm Sokka, I'm the captain here. Welcome to the Blue Fish.

[dancingmd]

[She tilts her head skeptically. He looks even younger than Ino. Are all these ships captained by teenagers?]

Please don't take this the wrong way but aren't you a little, well, young?

Network; Action for Bloodsport

[puro]

[Manolo largely ignores the fanfare and the streamers in favour of trying to make contact with...whoever the heck was just talking. ]

Excuse me!!! Before you go, I'd like to know if there's any way out of this place? Please?

[When he's obviously getting nowhere, he'll explore his new home. Feel free to find a wooden guy poking around the Bloodsport, people. He might be curiously checking out the cockpot, in the vain hope he'll magically know how to drive? one of these things. He doesn't.]

Bloodsport!

[birdsbirdsbirds]

Ah--

[someone walks onto the bridge, tall and pale-like as he is. he pauses just after the doorway--was totally ready to say something, but this guy seems... well, he's going to stand and examine him, for a moment.]

[puro]

[Oh, hey, there are other people here. Manolo looks up to give an...awkward wave. ]

Oh...hello? I'm guessing you're trapped on this [he'll struggle for the right word ] ship, too?

[birdsbirdsbirds]

[...Robin gives a little wave back, remembering himself. he eases up, turns very casual in a manner of moment. nice to see you, buddy.]

I am. I happen to be captain of the ship this crew is trapped on, actually.

Network; fleetwide

[whereivebeen]

Dibs on the Paisley!

Network, fleetwide, open for action

[forsometimenow]

Gosh, I haven't even been here a week and I get a free vacation. How generous.

action

[devilsinthedetails]

They do their best to be nice. Or make things worse for all of us. Be thankful you didn't show up when that murder happened.

[He was definitely not standing there a second ago. Strange.]

Welcome to your new home unless you decide you don't like us and transfer off.

action

[forsometimenow]

[Jennifer jumps at the sudden voice and turns around, hand to her chest.]

Oh! ... I'm sorry, you scared me. [She takes a breath.] ... uh, you said a murder?

action

[devilsinthedetails]

I should be the one apologizing. I was the one who snuck up on you. [Okay, shimmered, but she doesn't need the whole "hello I am a demon" forced on her immediately.] I did. From what I heard, one guy murdered another guy for owning a slave. Very nasty business.

Action

[wilder]

[He meanwhile does not appear like Cole, but comes into the doorway, once he heard the presence of someone else]

Yeah, they really like to be generous here.

Action

[forsometimenow]

A girl could get used to the royal treatment. [She smirks.]

Action

[wilder]

I'd check your bedroom before I'd call it a royal treatment, but sure.

[But at least you get your own room on this ship! You lucked out here girl]

Network; action for Tourist

[innercactus]

... If it is full of life, why is one empty...

[ ... Unless it is just empty of flesh-races and sylvari. Hmmmn.

.... That's less important than his new place. Time to wander around. ]

Action!

[wolfuncaged]

[Fenris has come out of his armory to see who has arrived. The fanfare is unmistakable. He doesn't like what he sees, though, ugh, wonderful. ]

Keep your distance, demon.

Action

[innercactus]

[ Wow someone is grumpy. Almost looks like a leaf vein pattern on his neck, so Asteffiel takes one step closer before remembering what was just said.

... Wait. ]

What is a 'demon'?