I'd like to be enlightened. [ And judging by the way he's expectantly looking at the camera, it seems like he's genuinely interested in you. As if you have a superb, unbidden story to tell...and he wants to hear it. ]

So if you could take a moment of your time to answer this simple question, it'd really mean the world to me.

When was the first time you decided to use your powers? Was it accidental? Intentional? How did it feel? Have you used your powers excessively after that time or scarcely? Moderately, if at all?

And if you haven't used them yet...why not? [It's not asking too much....right??]

[Filtered to Iri, Archer, Rin, & Saber;]

I'd like to move out of the provided housing soon and I'd like Iri and Archer to come along, if you would. I expect Rin and Saber would follow if that happened, so I'll just invite you now. But we'll need income, so how many of you are working?

[/End Filter]


What are the best restaurants in town, in your opinion?

[those who have been in Asgard for a while may recognize the girl on camera now. Chie looks just a bit out of it, but the familiar cheerful smile is on her face, as expected. it's been a while since anyone would have seen her last, but she looks like she's doing okay.]

You know, it's kinda weird to think I've been here for a year already. It seems like just yesterday that I got here... but I wonder if it still counts with how much I've been out of it lately. [as she says that, her smile falls a little.] I really have to keep my hands on my bracelet from now on. You'd think I'd be better about that kinda stuff... I'm really sorry if I worried anyone.

[...and just as fast as it had appeared, the frown goes away to be replaced by her usual expression.] But hey, I get that now's not the time to mope and stuff. Spring's a time for new beginnings and all that, right? I think I came in at the right time, too—we're getting a new wave of newbies now, aren't we? Welcome to Asgard, you guys! Talk about new beginnings, huh? I hope you're not too out of it or anything... like I'm one to talk. Anyway, if you need any help adjusting, feel free to ask! I mean, I think I know a good amount about this place, and I like helping out! I just wouldn't be able to answer things about stuff that's happened recently—and speaking of that, would anybody be able to tell me what I've missed? Nothing too big happened, right?

... And I guess that's it! Here's to a good new year for all of us. Sheesh, I really need to get used to this again.

[the feed cuts in with red eyes staring intently and curiously close to the recording device as a woman’s voice comments, clearly speaking to herself:]

--and when the display shows that, it’s record--oh!

[the camera seems to shift and adjust as a white-haired woman leans back and away, surprise on her face before it falls into an embarrassed apologetic expression, a hand lifting to her mouth]

I’m sorry! I’m still learning about how to work this device. It’s not something I’m used to and I wasn’t expecting... ah, I should introduce myself, shouldn’t I? [she lowers her hand to smile a bit more politely, cheerfully] I’m Irisviel von Einzbern. It’s nice to meet you all--ah, although... I don’t quite know who all is watching this right now. But even if we hadn’t met, I hope that we can get to know each other and get along in the future. Oh, I’m with the House of Freya, if you’d like to meet! I’m free for the time being, though I hope to help in a shop or clinic somewhere in town soon, so please feel free to stop by anytime.

[she seems satisfied with this message and continues to smile for a moment before it fades a bit as she tilts her head. the camera seems to tilt and turn in different directions, the woman’s feet, different parts of her apartment, and then her face again appearing. once again, she wears an embarrassed but amused expression as she laughs a bit]

And, um. If you do come... if you could show me how to turn off the recording...? And maybe how to work the rest of it. It was a lot to learn all at once...!

[ Guys, guess who's back from Utgard. No really, guess. Never mind that she hadn't said anything about leaving to begin with. ]

I was among the first travelers who arrived at this city.

[ younger and more naive she was; when things were much simpler than they are now. She and Merlin, together, before all the others. She wonders if they'll end this journey together too; him and her, destiny and doom, at the end of this tale. But no - that is too much for now. ]

The first people I have met here were Lord Boromir and his companion Aragorn but they are long gone. As well as many others.

[ The ruthless, angry queen is absent today, it would seem. Perhaps Morgana is tired; tired of slipping into the role of who she knows now that she will become, tired of slipping back into who she was and is no longer. And what does that leave her with? ]

Will you write letters for when you are sent back? The deities do not allow us goodbyes, after all.

( ᴘʀɪᴠᴀᴛᴇ | ᴅʀᴀᴄᴏ ᴍᴀʟғᴏʏ )

[ action; Morgana is nearby New Camelot! Maybe she's lurking, what's it to you? She's wearing breeches and a tunic, a braid falling down her back. She doesn't seem to be doing anything but stare at a shadow across the grass.

But then the shadow rises, small in the sun and walks towards her. A moment later and it is gone. To those who might be around New Camelot, you might see an uncertain lady toying with her power. ]

[There's no video feed, but the audio feed comes on to someone muttering under their breath a little before sighing and addressing the network at large.]

...Right then, here's a question for you lot. Say you arrived here a bit ago, and a small and foul creature immediately took to following you around. And then you did something completely, entirely stupid, such as misplacing your bracelet and going about without it, and you think you may have gotten all pal-like with the smelly little thing during that bout of idiocy, and now it won't go away. Hypothetically speaking, how would you keep it from barking in the middle of the night and what would you, um, feed it?

Hypothetically speaking, of course!

[And then there is the sound of an enthusiastic bark in the background.]

Oh, shut up. No one asked you!

... [ Saber makes a disgruntled noise as she flicks the video on the bracelet. She fumbles a little with it, trying to figure out what exactly she should be doing. The unfamiliarity with the bracelet shows that she may have not been exactly aware of herself for some time. ]

Has anything significant occurred within the past month? Any information would be highly appreciated, thank you.

[ No way is she going to tell anyone she did something so forgetful. ]

What do you do for work when you need extra money?

[He asks quietly but confidently, without pause. Today he isn't as cheerful at the last time he made a post. He's still worn out, but somehow he looks even more exhausted than he did before. He's scruffy, and there's something about him that seems haunted and hollowed-out despite the mild-mannered calm in his voice.

He's pulling his coat on as he talks, and heading out from his room into the hall.]

What's given freely is good, but it doesn't count for luxuries, so--

[Once in the hall he stops, looking confused. He turns around to look at his door: number 307 in Sigyn's Welcome Hall.]

...It moved.

[There's a small exhalation as Leo starts to talk. It sounds like he's been thinking about this for quite a while.]

I gotta admit... I don't know much about this place, but it sounds like a lot of you want to go and save this Freyr guy. I don't know that much about him other than his name and that he used to be a God, but.... I want to save him too. But if we're going to be travelling together, then I guess I gotta keep a few less secrets huh? Some of you have heard my voice already, but only a few of you have actually seen me in person. Well, there's a pretty good reason for that...

[With a sigh, Leo presses the button on his bracelet that turns it on to video mode, showing him off in all his Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle glory.]

My name is Leonardo, and I'm a ninja.... among other things. I was born an ordinary turtle, but when my brothers and I were babies, we fell into a puddle of this alien ooze and...

[He gestures around with his hands.]

Here I am now.

And just for the record, I still think this is a bad idea. You have no idea how many of my sensei's orders I just broke by doing this, but... if I'm going to be fighting on the same side or doing whatever we need to do to save Freyr, then I don't want any of you to attack me thinking I'm not on your side.

So... any questions?

It is not my usual manner of approaching matters but.. I must admit that it is the most simple.

[ The woman who looks no more like a teenager frowns, but the frown quickly returns to a regular, rather static look as she glances into the feed. ] Is anyone willing to divulge information of the event previous to my arrival? I believe the event is the cause of the two names...

[ She looks off a bit, her lips purse together as she pulls up the name. ]

My apologies. I believe the event is the cause of the two names that "Loki" mentioned. If there is anything that you can tell me, it will be greatly appreciated. I cannot offer you anything in return at the moment, but I will repay you in the future if my assistance is required.

[ She hates information gathering or asking from help from others, but since they are all more or less on the same side, the people of Asgard should be willing to give her a little information. She can work out the rest on her own. The sooner she can get oriented with the reality, then the better for her when they fight the war for real. ]

Good morning!

[ There is quite a bit of pause in line breaks. ]

...Well?

[ It's been days after this incident, but Alisa is still having some trouble with it... ]

filtered away from Kuroneko, The Fallen Saint of Seiyou

Good day, Asgard. I have another problem that I cannot solve without your help. I have been challenged to write a story and I accepted with little hesitation, but the truth is, I have never written a story since my creation! It was not a skill that was deemed necessary at the time. Only now do I realize its importance...

So, I would like to ask the following: how does one write a story, particularly one that involves fighting? What are its elements, and how must I implement them? Lastly, what makes a story "good"?

Thank you very much for your time.

[ The message comes at around 9pm, hopefully before anyone's gone to bed. There's a light shuffling of sheets before you hear the voice. The voice speaking is distinctly feminine. Although she seems firm, there a small hint of questioning. ]

May I request more information about "New Years Resolutions"? I understand they are usually "self-betterment" requests for oneself, however, is this always the case? In addition, may I hear about resolutions you yourself have possessed in the past?

This may be a private topic, and I understand if you do not wish to reveal your intentions to me.

I think all the new people are settled, right? I don't have much to say other than 'good luck' to you guys. And hopefully you try to enjoy yourself a little in between everything that happens.

If any of you haven't heard of what ramen is, whether you're new or not, I tend to run a deal where you can get your first bowl for free from me. I haven't really announced it at all but I run a ramen stand which I cart around between the districts most days. So keep an eye out and you can find me around or contact me and I'll see if I can deliver an order or two, if it's not too far out of the way.

...maybe hiring someone for deliveries would be a good idea...

A-Anyway, I hope I didn't miss anything.

...and if you ask me what ramen is, you're better off taking advantage of my offer and just tasting it yourself. Make your own opinion.

I did not know this item was that critical to my wellbeing.. [ referring to the bracelet - she'd lost it, but now it's back and she's returned to normal. ]

Hello, citizens. [ and she smiles a bit, head tilting. ] I see that we are quite busy lately.. What sort of event warrants lights and festivities? Is this an event that is exclusive to this city, or do you also celebrate it in your home world?