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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

[When Yuri appears on the network, it's clear that he's not in one of the Welcome Halls, but in an establishment of some kind, perhaps a café. It is, in fact, the Hrafn Tea Room in Odin District, where he is currently working as a manager. He felt it was necessary for him to earn money as soon as possible to purchase the cosmetics with which he covers his disfiguring facial scar. That scar is hidden now, and Yuri is seated at a table, enjoying a pot of tea. Tea that's far better than the lackluster bagged variety available in the Welcome Halls.

After his discussion with Edgeworth, he's been thinking a great deal about Asgard's regrettable lack of a legal system, and doing research in the library when not at work or engaged in rigorous physical training. One might wonder if Judge Petrov ever sleeps, and the answer is: not often.]

Hello. [A small smile.] I'd like to consult and appeal to the populace as a whole regarding a plan that a colleague and I have begun work on. As this city has no native law enforcement or legal system, we'd like to put one in place, to protect both the people and their property. At the moment, there are relatively few of us, and the natives are shadowy and dim, but that is likely to change in the future.

[He'd prefer a more drastic course of action against those who do evil, but he's used to playing the role of the temperate, mannerly judge, and he does so effortlessly. It would be so much better to wipe out, to burn clean, all those who pose a threat to others, but that is hardly feasible now, when his power has been stripped from him.]

To do that, I'd like to appeal to all of you who have experience in any aspect of law enforcement, the legal system, or even the military, to join in our cause for the safety and well-being of Travelers and natives both, to develop laws and enforce them. In my home world, I am a judge, and this is a matter with which I have a great deal of experience.

Not that I wish to be exclusionary, for everyone with an interest in justice and the rights of others should be involved. A good justice system serves its people, all its people, and we would welcome any input or questions.

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[smartwinchester.livejournal.com]

[Sam does not look convinced. Nor enthused.]

No offense, but we haven't even been here for two weeks. I'm not about to trust ruling an entire world to the hands of someone that I've just met.

That's how dictatorships are formed.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

Oh, I think you've misunderstood. Perhaps I was unclear.

We'll be organizing this democratically with the cooperation of the populace. That's why I'm asking for as many people as possible to involve themselves. I myself won't be in charge, and I'd prefer not to be. I'll be serving the people as a magistrate, no more.

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[smartwinchester.livejournal.com]

So we'll be voting for whoever's in charge?

After two weeks?

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[wingsandwill.livejournal.com]

There are many factors to consider in such an endeavour.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

I couldn't agree more. It will be quite an undertaking, which is why I'd prefer it to function as a community project, with the input and involvement of as many individuals as possible.

We have such a small population at this point, a direct democracy might even be feasible.

What I'm most concerned with is protecting the inhabitants from harm. [He can't turn a blind eye to evil, no matter the situation. That is the obsession that drives him. The thought of there being no system in place to do this work agitates him, though he remains visibly calm]

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[wingsandwill.livejournal.com]

Many of those here are from societies without laws, or those that have vastly different cultures. How will it be decided which are valid and to be enforced? Even in a proposed democracy, there is the issue of majority rule being not necessary being the most just.

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[holmes-fanatic.livejournal.com]

[Conan's immediately relieved. Yuri's mention of consulting and involving has put to rest some of the doubts he had talking to Edgeworth.]

It didn't take you long to get settled, Judge-san!

Ne, I think talking to people's a really good idea, but if the law's going to represent all of us, we need the people without legal experience too, I think ...

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

I suppose not. [He smiles, as young people concerned with justice are always a good thing to see.] And how have you been settling in, Conan?

That's true, and I'll be glad to use my expertise to help others. I can't yet say how it will be organized, but a committee of those with relevant experience would be useful, so we can combine our knowledge and compare our experiences.

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[holmes-fanatic.livejournal.com]

I'm settling in very well, I think! I'm making lots of friends and I'm delivering mail too!

I know one Oneechan who was part of a special police force! Let me know if she doesn't reply to you here -- I'll make sure she knows!

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[thestormishere]

[ ... Dammit. Dammit. Lightning watches this video - twice, actually, and then a third time for good measure - and finds herself... well, distinctly unhappy about it. Not because she has anything against the concept of law and its enforcement, exactly, but because she really doesn't want to be stuck here long enough that something like this even becomes an issue. For her to get involved.

Yet-- how long have they been here, so far? Nearly two weeks, and it's definitely leaving one hell of a bitter taste in the woman's mouth. So far, she still doesn't have answers; her usual method really isn't working.

Eventually she replies, by video, her face serious behind that fringe of pale pink hair. As frustrated as she is and as tempting as it would be to keep to herself entirely, it would also be irresponsible to keep quiet. ]

I was a sergeant. Guardian Corps. Security Regiment.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

[Yuri would agree with her, as he wants nothing more than to go home and see everyone else sent home as well, but while justice is lacking and needed, he can't sit by and do nothing, even if he disagrees with the gods and considers them little more than powerful kidnappers.

He still hopes that these gods can be opposed in some way, but in the meantime, this is his duty.]

A pleasure to meet you, Sergeant. A security force would be particularly useful. My primary concern at the moment is possible outbreaks of violence, and the existence of such a group could go a long way toward deterring crime.

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[manskirt.livejournal.com]

An interest in justice, you say? How about...a vested interest?

[ there's a pause. ]

No--on second thought--I hardly fit the requirements. No experience in any of those things, for starters.

[ another pause. ]

But I'm sure you'll do an excellent job of it. Heading this justice system--it might even be a good one. [ if such a thing exists. ]

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

As we're all residents of this city, we should all have a say in its justice system, which is a public service.

I understand wanting to abstain, but don't feel you should have to because of a lack of relevant experience. If one has strong opinions, that is qualification enough. [A smile, because it's fairly clear that Anders has strong opinions.] What is your professional experience, if I might ask?

Thank you for your faith in me. I hope I'll do as much to serve the people here as I do at home. [If his fire power increases enough in the future, he may be able to do his more necessary work at some point, but if so, he'll have to be very careful.]

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[oikoumene.livejournal.com]

[The organization that a few members have been starting recently is great, as far as Rider's concerned. As a king, all he can think about is what great subjects the people here would be. But that plan is for later.]

I am glad to hear of your plans, my friend. I agree that while this place has showed itself to be peaceful so far, that may yet change.

My knowledge of law is limited to that of what you would likely consider ancient nations, but with military, I can offer you only the best! I once commanded great armies and have many years of my own military training. I hope that I can help in some way.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

I agree. We're all recent arrivals, and I doubt the current peace will last. [He doesn't expect any peace to last; although he wishes it could, he knows better.]

Impressive. [He inclines his head. No one here has credentials with which to prove they are who they say they are, but he's willing to take things on faith to an extent--at least for now, though he'll remain wary of everyone.] Such experience would be invaluable. I think our first priority now should be to establish a security force of some kind to protect the citizens and deter crime.

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[roadstotheriver.livejournal.com]

If I can help, let me know. Even if just with researching and things, I'm in the library all the time, but with anything else you might need. I don't know that I really had much to do with justice systems at home, but I protected people from evil, and that's at least related.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

To protect people from evil is my primary goal at the moment. [He smiles at this. It's what he always strives to do.] Any ideas or information could be useful, especially at this point, when the project is still but an idea.

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[subserves.livejournal.com]

[Barnaby doesn't exactly have much of a reply to this, his own feelings are easy enough to understand. He and Kotetsu are heroes and so far be it for them to stop doing their job just because they're in an entirely different world. They just need to know just how much to do here (though of course for Kotetsu it's more-so what not to do).

No, at the moment he doesn't need to voice his thoughts. For now all he's focusing on is listening to the opinions of their fellow residents. The hesitancy and doubt he hears in some replies doesn't surprise him in the least but he won't interfere with any discussions. After all, he's not the experienced judge here.]

You're handling this very well. I at least hope that you don't manage to overwork yourself, Mr. Petrov.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

Ah, hello, Mr. Brooks. I hope you and your partner have been faring well.

I don't care for this situation at all, but what kind of judge would I be if I took no action or if I allowed emotion to cloud my judgment? [He smiles.] I thank you for your concern. I'm sure I'll be fine, though there is a great deal to do. [It's true that he would work himself ceaselessly if it were possible, but he knows the minimum amount of rest he needs to continue to work effectively. He'll do his cause no good if he makes himself sick with exhaustion. He learned that long ago.]

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[prefers_tragedies]

[He can't resist. He really just... cannot resist. There is, however, a slight difference in appearance today. As in...

His hair is down, loose in a luxuriant fall around his shoulders, the top pulled up into an intricate braid and long bangs loosely framing his face. As he starts to speak, he leans in towards the mirror and finishes the last dusting of powder there before picking up a tube of lipstick - props, of course.

Nezumi has gotten himself a job at the Draupnir Theatre.

For the moment, he's preparing himself for a dress rehearsal, thus he's not looking at the feed - he's expertly applying a light sheen to his lips.]

Still doggedly chasing after that tantalizingly elusive ideal of justice, Mister Humanitarian? I think I admire your sheer stubborn will.

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

[Yuri is interested in the makeup. Having spent decades searching for new and better ways to conceal his scarring, as well as to conceal his very need for concealment, he has quite an eye for cosmetics. He knows stage makeup when he sees it.]

Hello again. [He nods. He is also somewhat interested in Nezumi, thanks to his strong opinions. This interest hasn't yet decisively resolved itself into something positive or negative, but it's clear they don't see eye to eye.]

So it would seem. I have no intention of giving up. [No matter what.]

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[sostaygold.livejournal.com]

[He looks about as uncertain as he feels about this possible development, and it shows despite his best efforts. He really does need to learn to use the other, less visible functions of the communicator.]

I'm afraid I have no experience in that area-- [except, perhaps, tips on how to evade 'justice' dealt by angry royalty] --so I cannot do much other than wish you the best of luck, sir.

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However, what happens if the Travellers' sense of justice conflicts with that of the 'gods'?

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

I thank you. Though if you have some input to contribute, such a system could benefit from the opinions of all residents.

As the gods have no justice system of their own and have told us merely to "flourish", experiencing "laughter and tears", as they put it, I doubt they would object if we impose some rules and order. I am proposing this system quite openly, so they may ask me to stop at any time. [At least, that is Yuri's public stance.] Such powerful beings can no doubt make their wishes known.

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[clockeyes.livejournal.com]

While I am not in law enforcement, in particular, I do deal with criminals on a regular basis.

[As in, he stabs them in the chest with a sword and leaves them to die. THAT IS HOW JUSTICE WORKS, RIGHT?]

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[a-civil-service.livejournal.com]

That's certainly relevant experience. Would you be interested in becoming involved in such an endeavor?

At this point, I think it's most important for us to concentrate on deterring crime and punishing those who do commit crimes.

[That is how it works, Yuri agrees. Only he sets the criminals on fire. Finally, someone else with a sensible ideal of justice--not that Yuri publicly espouses such a viewpoint.]