driftfleet | 002 ▲ video

Who: Zelda and you
Broadcast: video, fleetwide
Action: on a train somewhere
When: now

[The video feed starts up focused on - well, it's a blur. Once the camera aligns itself it becomes clear that the camera is pointed out of the window of a train, with high rise towers whipping by at a terrific pace. Zelda turns the communicator back to herself, and boy does she look excited. She's been shopping for one thing - she's wearing clothes that are available in a lot of the stores here. And around her neck hangs a lanyard with what looks like some kind of pass.]

I think it's incredible what this world has achieved in transportation. Quite apart from the flying transports, they have these high-speed trains. I've never seen anything like it before.

[She smiles brightly and holds up her pass.]

As it turns out, you can buy a special ticket as a visitor that lets you have unlimited travel while you're here. They give you little gifts as well, every ten journeys you take. [She doesn't say what these are, but trust me, she's already gotten a few.] So I thought it would be a good opportunity to see how long it takes to travel the entire planet this way! I've already crossed seven districts this week.

[She pulls out another device, which looks like a tablet, and starts tapping on it.]

If my calculations are correct, I should be able to do an entire loop of the planet in the next three days. [Glancing up at the communicator again, she nods her head definitively. This is absolutely her plan for the week.] If anyone would like to join me, I'd be glad for the company. I can let you know the next station I'll be at.

Otherwise, I'd like to hear what you've seen here that surprises you. I could mention so many more things - but I'm sure I'm not the only one.

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[Zelda no]

My lady, you look lovely.

[She does and he'd have to be blind not to see that.]

But, ah, I do wonder if that's the best way to spend this stop. Most of us won't be able to get to you quickly if you get in any trouble.

[Zelda yes.]

Oh, thank you, Khadgar. They have a lot of... interesting styles here.

[Which is a polite way to put it. Some of the clothing she's seen doesn't resemble her idea of clothes at all.]

I don't expect there will be any trouble. I'll be certain to keep my communicator with me, of course. Besides, this is such a unique experience, I would regret it if I did not try to make the journey.

Interesting is one word for it. I'm keeping an eye out for long, loose sleeves. Can't cast spells if I can barely move. [He's very particular about his clothes.]

I suppose as long as you'll have it with you, it'll be easier to relax. I hate thinking about anyone finding themselves in trouble.

I think I have seen some items like that. There are so many stores here, though, that I couldn't tell you where they were. I have managed to find dresses more similar to what I am used to.

You're kind to be concerned, but I will be fine. These trains seem very safe and well run.

I guess I'm too particular. I'm glad you've found something you like though. [And she doesn't have someone forcing her into dressier clothes than she's used to. Then again, he supposes someone of her status can't get too much dressier than normal.]

I worry more about the people, honestly.

Perhaps you could find a tailor and request some garments instead. I can't imagine there wouldn't be some, on a world this large.

[That seems a bit more reasonable, and she nods her understanding.]

Of course. No one can predict what any individual may do, and I'm not unfamiliar with the less savoury aspects of the world. [She had been attacked while on diplomatic missions, and she knew what her own people had thought of her in her failing efforts to master her power.] Even so, I've had no cause for concern so far.

That might be a good idea. It will spare me from some people forcing me into clothes more fancy than someone like me is used to.

[Pretending he didn't wear super fancy robes as the Novitiate.]

That's true. Still, I hope you'll keep your friends on call while your so far away. I can at least teleport right to you.

[Her eyes widen, and some excitement creeps into her voice.]

You can teleport? How does it work? Is it a device you have or is it magic?

[Zelda... you are adorable.]

I can. It's actually magic, I'm a mage. Actually, mage consul to the regent of Stormwind.

That's fascinating. There is a form of teleportation in Hyrule, but it's linked to technology, and you need special tools to do it... how does it work for you? Do you need to know the place you're travelling to?

It helps a lot if you're familiar with where you're teleporting but if you have a general idea, you can. I prefer to know where I'm going.

And younger mages, we write runes to help channel the magic, I'm still practicing doing it without, mostly so I don't put other people at risk who teleport with me.

So you can travel wherever you like?

I can't get on the Marsiva but basically, yes. I can. It's very useful.

I can imagine!

[She would use that sort of talent all the time, if she had it.]

Do you know if there's a limit to how far you can travel? If you tire after certain distances?

I've actually never tested just how far I can go, actually. I've teleported across entire countries on Azeroth though. And I do get tired but that came from using the mana I store inside myself.

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