A-ahhh.... Hello? Good day, this is Tohru Honda. [She sounds highly nervous and uncertain of what she's doing, talking to this machine like it's a phone. It's just a screen. So advanced! And DVDs had surprised her; this was even beyond that! All the same, she smiles brightly.] This is almost like being a secret agent with a secret device I'm speaking into. Like contacting headquarters!

[But, sadly, the reality isn't as glamorous, and she gets right back to the matter at hand.]

I was told by the kind woman that I could get more information this way. It would be very appreciated if someone has the time.... If not, that's alright! I can probably read around and listen for what others say.

The letter she gave me said I was - [she's still stunned by this!] brought here to restore color. To help. To flourish.

I'm uncertain how much help I can be with that, but I will try my best, if you will have me. And if you will, I am more than happy to give my all here. I am very honored.

[She tries to, and thinks that she did, shut the feed off. The screen is still there, no longer floating but fixed in place, however - she's looking through the names listed - it's just switched to voice as Tohru didn't quite push the right button in her nervousness. This sort of technology is very new to her.]

I left without being able to tell anyone. And Uo-chan and Hana-chan. What will they think when I turn up missing? I can't turn away if this place needs help. I wish I had been able to tell them....

And Kyo-kun. [She trails off there, any further thoughts being so personal she won't even mutter them out loud.]

I should go look for where I need to stay.
[Feed shuts off.]

[Just to turn on again five minutes later. Tohru is looking up at the sky - with owls everywhere - in awe.] Look at all the birds! [No, it doesn't occur to her they shouldn't be out during the day.] So pretty.... I'm not used to seeing so many at once!

[Yes, she just had to tell you that. Now it's off. For good this time, really.]

Okay.

Someone is going to tell me how this thing works.

[Zoom! Enjoy that view of Nier's piercing peepers for a second there, because he's turning his camera around to point it the microwave oven in Heimdall's kitchen.]

There's no heat. It just shines a light on the food, and then it comes out hot. I've watched through this little window a hundred times, and there's still no sign of anything heating up the food.

[Seriously, he has. There's a pretty large pile of hot, warm, lukewarm, and cool chicken nuggets right beside him on the counter.]

What kind of magic is this? Is that light really so powerful? If so, why isn't this entire machine growing hot and melting down? It doesn't seem so sturdy to me.

[Kyo’s not happy, not happy at all. In fact he’s really irritated. He didn’t sign up for this NOPE, NOT AT ALL. But he’s not about to start breaking shit. Not yet anyways.]

So we’re all stuck here, huh? Great, JUST GREAT. What a drag...Can’t say as I really wanna be at the beck and call of some gods? But what can I do, right?

Its just like the cycle continues, same thing over and over again. [he can’t accept his fate of being trapped afterall.  To him its just a new master, same deal.  This time he can't be his own man for once.  But maybe, just maybe if he could get away from the Sohma's he could change that]

Hey, if we're brought here, does that mean that other people are here? People we know? [oh hell.]

If any of you know somebody by the name of Sohma, just [what does he even begin to say] just tell them I’m not here. Alright? The last thing I need is to deal with anybody from the main house. [or the zodiac, or worse!]

Oh ,and if anybody sees a punk with white and black hair....do me a favor, would ya?

Don’t piss him off.

He get’s to be such a little shit if he get’s angry and I’d rather not have to deal with that mess. Thanks [the thank you is sarcastic, if you couldn’t tell]

[The device clicks on, and Hatori is settled down near a window. His lips are pursed as he frowns. Clearing his throat the doctor sits up a little straighter.]

There are two things I'd like to discuss today. First, let me start by apologizing for Hatsuharu's outburst and rampage. He knows better, and has cleaned up a majority of his mess. If there is anything he missed, please contact me, and I will send him to help with the repairs. For anyone who would like to talk with him face to face, it will be a week before he can leave his room.

Second, I am interested in procuring equipment for a doctors office. It doesn't have to be anything fancy, but an idea of where to get good equipment would be appreciated.

[From out of nowhere comes Shigure, as he peeks over Hatori's shoulder and into the camera. A smile is on his face]

Ah, so Haru's grounded for a week hmmm? I guess that's to be expected from you, Hari~ Always the one administering discipline!

[Awww yeah video bombing]

[Another voice echoes in the back as Ayame appears as well. Ayame and Shigure in one place, this might mean trouble for Hatori. A flip of his long braid and he’s leaning against Hatori’s other shoulder. He waves at the camera before looking at the doctor of the family.]

You really need to stop being so serious, Hatori~ Kids will be kids.

[pokes Hatori’s cheek]

Also women like fun men! Right Shigure?

( Cut for Matchmaking Sohma Style! )

*Sitting around out front of the Loki house, Aoto is raising a hand in greeting as he starts up the video.*

Yo, Asgard! How's the great fallout of the war of cupcakes treating you? Good? Good.

So, uh. This is going to be a bit of a weird request here. See, I will not deny I'm a bit lacking in knowledge about certain topics... Namely because I've never heard of the things before, so... I just need a bit of a rundown on a few things.

Namely, does anybody know stuff about the mafia, yakuza, or how to go about making a very minor case of a zombie outbreak?

...

This is one heck of a thing for a guy to make his first video about, huh?

[The feed turns on and Kisa sits quietly on her bed as she smiles. Finally she thinks she is getting the hang of using this thing and it's a good thing with what she wants to ask her family. Taking a small breath she tries to gather what she wants to ask.]

Um...I think I got it to do the right thing...

So...I was just wondering...are we going to do something for...new years?

[She felt odd asking but she would feel even weirder if they didn't...plus she was still a little nervous Akito would arrive and see they didn't have a banquet.]

I just didn't know if we were going to or not.



((ooc: This is back dated to a few days before news eve~!))

[The video starts and a beautiful person can be seen staring intently at the device. Long, silky silver hair cascades freely against his bangs. Rich amber eyes are focused intently on whoever is looking. ]

Hello my lovelies~

[If it’s not for his voice you would be prone to believe you were staring at a attractive woman. A strand of pale hair is flicked back dramatically as he cocks his head to the side and offers a small mysterious smile.]

I’m looking for my dear family members. Has anyone seen some handsome Sohmas running around?

[His smile becomes a little wider.]

If there’s something our family was blessed with, it’s beauty. I’m the perfect example, don’t you think so? Mmm!

[And here he turns and poses, one hand on his hip while the other holds his chin thoughtfully.]

Don’t worry. Stare as much as you like. My beauty is meant to be shared!

[Vain much? And he might just be opening a few of those buttons to show more of his beauty. Fortunately he seems to stop for now and instead focuses once again on the device. A hint of worry reaches those features.]

Is this some sort of abduction? It would explain a lot of things. Royalty are always easy targets. My prestigious bloodline has always been in peril. The brave prince abducted while his country suffers...

BUT NO MATTER!

[Determination shines deeply now in his eyes. Can you feel it? He’s ready to go to war.]

We will triumph! My brothers and sisters! I will lead you all to victory.

TRUST ME!

MY BODY IS YOURS!

[The device clicks on though the image does not immediately show the user. After a few moments of movement Kisa appears, her eyes a little puffy. To anyone it's clear she had been cry but since calmed herself enough to speak. Though she seems to still be trying to form her words more clearly. Taking a few breaths she timidly looks at the device, still not entirely sure what to do with it.]

...why was I brought here?

[She pauses looking at the floor.]

I can't fight or help this world...I just want to be with my family and Onee-chan.

[As the words left her she becomes a little more distressed. Being in a separate house is not something she wants in anyway.]

Can I just stay with them?

[Last words being more a whisper before she clicks off the device.]



((ooc: Just because I didn't mention Kisa is in Sigyn house.))

[When the video pops on, the calm visage of Hatori can be seen. His left eye is almost completely blocked by his black hair, and his right eye is a blueish purple. His moves are very deliberate as he studies the odd communication device. Finally he speaks, his tone matter of fact as he does.]

It seems that there has been a mistake made.

There was no reason to bring me here, because I cannot do what you've asked of me. I cannot help color your world, and I have my own duties to attend to back in my own world. It would be better to return me and find someone more suitable for your attentions.

[He pauses and his lips purse.]

Also, for taking up my time, I will make a request. If you are thinking of taking her away from them, you might as well bring the other two. I'm sure if you are as omnipotent as you seem, I don't have to waste time conversing as to why.

Tohru Honda will not be taken from the Sohma family easily.

[Having spoken his peace, Hatori turns the device off.]

[sfkl;sak WELL waking up in some strange new world was definitely the last thing on Shigure's to-do list. especially with what was going on back in his own world.
despite all that, he seems to be unfazed by it all. hence the smile on his face as his video feed starts. (meeting that maid earlier might have had something to do with it...)]

My my, what an interesting predicament indeed! Being asked by gods to help restore the life to a city... it reminds me of that novel idea I had a few years back, actually... And being given all these lovely accommodates, I find it hard to turn down their request for help! [kind of hard to tell if he's being serious or not--]

I digress, though! I've come up with a fantastic idea that is guaranteed to help this city flourish!


[--wait for it--]


More girls in maid outfits!

[she wasn't comfortable enough for anyone to actually hear her voice, but it's not as if she can convey all of her emotions into one sentence, but she's going to try.]

Where are we? [seems simple enough.] My name is Akito Sohma, if ... anyone from the Sohma family is here - [what does she want them to do?] If anyone could help me, I... would be thankful.