[Since she lacked the luxuries she possessed on Serenity, no that wasn't meant to be ironic, Inara had to wander to Freya's kitchen to prepare her tea. Things have finally calmed since that incident only a few days ago. It's hard to imagine so much can happen in so little time and then be gone just as fast. And, learning what the future may yet hold for everyone here.]

[So much was relying on these visitors, and Inara couldn't help but feel a little powerless. She had always remained outside of conflict, and while she's had training, never once had she been called upon to fight, not even during the war between the Alliance and the Independents.]

So the Gods truly do posses some sense of humor, it that's the power they have chosen as a blessing. [Could Charm even be considered a power? If the Companions Guild even found out, there would most assuredly be an uproar.]

[At least...it was a non-combative power.]

Tea is usually better served in company. If anyone would like to join me, you are more than welcome to come.

Ah--is it working now? Yes? Good.

[Though curt, the speaker retains just enough politeness in his voice to pass as "approachable". The image suddenly turns, giving everyone a good look at the owner of the bracelet: a man wearing a peculiar body suit. Worry and frustration hardens the lines of his face.]

If anyone is hearing this--or seeing this, I suppose, as this device is apparently capable of transmitting video recordings as well as sound--I would like to have a few things clarifed. The maid has already helpfully informed me of the basics, but was unwilling to tell me much else.

Am I to understand that every single person brought here is expected to stay in this city for an indefinite amount of time? And that everyone has been given an ability of some sort?

[Charles stops, taking a breath.] My name is Charles Xavier. If anyone could answer my questions as well as disclosing the specifics, I would be most grateful.

Okay, anyone listening? It’s two weeks late, but it’s time for another radio show from us! This is Ayumi Shinozaki, and with me are...

Chihaya Kisaragi, along with our special guest of the week-

Hoshii Miki! Hi, everyone!

And this is of course, the Saturday night radio show that we don’t have a decent name for! So, we have a lot to talk about today, don’t we? It’s been a month since the first of us showed up, and the past few days have been full of things going on. Just this past week, there’s been a dragon and a scavenger hunt! How did everyone do during it, by the way? did you find anything interesting, you two?

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So all this talk of war that's goin' on has got me thinkin' -- if I'm expected to fight for anybody I expect to be paid in full beforehand. It seems only fair, since my services never come free for anyone else. Wouldn't you guys agree?

Anyway, in the mean time, I might as well get myself a steady job in case business gets slow until then! Who's hiring? -- And come to think of it, while I'm talkin' to this thing...

[The camera suddenly zooms out enough so that the grey bear cub beside him is shown, balancing a chunk of meat on its muzzle. Claire sweeps his hand up into the air, making a gesture with an open hand, which seems to be the signal of approval for the bear to toss the meat up into the air and catch it in its mouth.]

There's quite a few kids at this place, right? Would any of you guys like to help me raise a bear? I'm workin' on making my own income at this place, so you're not gonna get paid anything, but I imagine some of you wouldn't want to pass up the chance to play with a lovable guy like this!

[He reaches over to the cub with both his hands, ruffling the fur on its neck roughly in a playful manner. The cub draws out a deep whine at this. He has no idea that the cub is actually female.]

[ It takes a moment for things to come into focus. And it's shaky. These things aren't like cameras and, though she finds it totally cool, it's still weird to her. ]

Hello? [ Pause. ] Okay, hello? I think I did this right.

Anyone else find exposition lady kinda creepy? I mean, the faceless thing? Total heebie-jeebies. And then getting the complete bum's rush. "Hi, you're no longer at home, here's a map and a shiny thing, now out out out." There is a distinct lack of hospitality.

[ She laughs, though it's uncomfortable and awkward. ]

Though I will say I'm grateful that I'm me shaped and not... other. Much appreciated "god" [ And yes, there's airquotes. ] people.