If I could please speak with members of the emergency response team as soon as you are able to reply, that would be splendid. After speaking another member of the city patrol, Jane Crocker, on a few matters we have decided that will need as many willing members as possible.

[She is quick to move on to her next subject. This is more matter of fact.]

I would advise everyone who does not feel confident in their ability to defend themselves to stay inside until our situation at hand has been deciphered, though I know that is better said than done nor does it really beg to be repeated. If you decide to leave your welcome houses or your apartments, be safe and aware of your surroundings.

[One more thing-]

If anyone knows a good place to acquire a firearm, I would be appreciative. Better to be safe than sorry.

[In spite of the cold snap, Jane is seen out and about the Freyr District in this video. It's night, and she's wrapped up considerably against the snow, which has begun to slow for the time being. It floats in the light of the street lamp she's under, and she gives the feed a very serious look.]

I strongly advise anyone with no particular business to stay indoors tonight. Given the unusual shift in the weather, there's no telling what could happen next, so if it isn't an urgent matter or you're not part of the City Patrol, like myself, then you're much better off by the fireplace with a mug of hot cocoa.

[Her expression sours just a little bit. It'd be nice to heed her own advice, but, well. She signed up to patrol, and by gum she'll patrol.]

Um, that being said, I'd like to put a message out to the others in the City Patrol as well. I was wondering if, perhaps, we could get together and discuss some things, patrol routes and whatnot. I'd be happy to host it, if need be.

[A pause. Jane bites her lip; she wants to make this sound official and helpful and...is she even doing that? Aaaugh...]

Well, erm, have a good night! Stay warm, everyone!

[with all the decorations going up around the city, it seems like everyone is getting into the holiday spirit! ... more or less. these two girls seem to be pretty into it, though, as they enjoy some nice, hot drinks in a cafe somewhere in the Sigyn district. the girl whose bracelet is recording this video stretches as she looks at the recording feed.] Man, this really hits the spot! I’m so glad we found this place, especially with how cold it’s been getting. Don’t you think so, Yukiko?

[the other girl quietly nods as she takes a sip from her mug. surely some seasonal drink — hot cocoa, coffee, or cinnamon tea.] Mhm. This place is really nice, Chie. Thanks for— [and then, she looks over to her friend, only to see her own face reflected back at her.] C-Chie, are you recording me? [She looks to her friend, then back to the camera, giving a wry half smile.] Um, hello..

I just wanted to introduce you to the network! It’s how I made most of the friends I met when I first got here. [with a grin still on her face, she turns her attention from Yukiko to the recording feed.] This is Yukiko Amagi! She’s my best friend from back home, and she’s new here! She’s super nice and friendly, so treat her well, okay? [and then, her voice drops a little... jokingly, of course. right?] Or else.

[the bracelet is then passed to Yukiko, who positions it to where her face is on the screen clearly. she waves a bit.] Um, hello. I’m sorry.. I’m still not completely used to communicating with this.. thing. I guess it shouldn’t be so awkward, it’s just like a cell phone, right? [she smiles.] But don’t worry about me, Chie. I can take care of myself. [a tiny nod, but her face darkens a bit. The duo truly is a fearsome pair..] Anyways, it’s nice to meet everyone in Asgard. I hope we can get along. [after a few moments of silence..] Um, Chie? How do I turn it off?

Oh, here, I got it— [and the bracelet is back to Chie. but before she turns it off, she has one more message for the network...] By the way, the peppermint mocha here is awesome. You guys should definitely try it if you have the chance! We’ll be coming here more often, right? [and with Chie's attention fully returned her bff, off the bracelet goes!]

(ooc: joint post!! Chie and Yukiko will be replying separately.)

[Oh hey, check it out. The Prince finally found his bracelet again. Kind of serves him right for having been tossing it in the air while sitting on a rooftop. Now that he has it again, he can finally go back to doing his true calling in life. Annoying people with banter.]

That's one thing I'll give the desert. No gutters for you to lose your magic talking jewelry in. The lack of ice helps too. Now let me ask you all, where's the best place to get a drink in this place? Wait, ignore that. I've tried Sky's Prize, but its a little too upscale for my taste. What's the worst place to get a drink in this place? A man's gotta find a place with a little atmosphere. Rustic. Dirty. The kind of place you don't feel safe going into without a few knives hidden away.

[It's relatively early when Tommy appears on the network--no, scratch that. It is not even a humanly hour when Tommy appears on the network. His room is dark, but the sky is red with the first hints of dawn outside his window. And, yes, he is wide awake, and very thoughtful.]

I think I celebrated Christmas when I was a boy. [He pauses thoughtfully, head turning to gaze out the window. The only Christmases he recalls took place before the incident that left him almost catatonic. He was too young then to understand any of it, and after that, nothing could be explained to him. After a moment, he turns back to the camera, eyebrows furrowed.]

I've heard others talking about it, and I see by the calendar that it's today. What is it about, then? Christmas, I mean? Why is it celebrated by so many and how?

{OOC| And I wanna tack on a little happy Holidays to you guys. <3 I've been waiting all month to make a WHAT IS CHRISTMAS WHO IS JESUS post with this guy}]

[On the screen is a girl with striking rainbow colored hair, who is taking slow yet steady steps. Thor's colors can be seen on the buildings behind her, if you care about that stuff. The important thing is that she's clearly getting a teeensy-bit frustrated with this 'slow yet steady' walking thing.]

Aaargh! This is way too slow! Maybe I can go just a bit faster...

[She breaks into a sprints -- aaaand three steps in she's tripping and landing face first into the dirt.]

stupid freaky monkey feet--!

((ooc: intro is late as hell and LJ is still not...working so great for me. please be patient if I'm slow tagging back. still trying to make things work as best as I can. ^^

...no seriously, ugh. this whole 'tag once every four days' thing is so not my speed.))

[The video feed opens up to reveal the Boss in what... appears to be somewhere in house Baldr.]

Right. Listen up, just because we're in some weird-ass city doesn't mean that shit's changing.

[The Boss is looking fairly serious now as he looks into the camera.] Apparently some of you guys haven't heard of the 3rd Street Saints. Well listen up, you chucklefucks, because we got an understanding to come to.

We are a fucking enterprise and we're going to own this city. Got a problem with it, you can take your concerns to Johnny. I'm sure he'll be thrilled to hear that you don't like it. Really sympathetic guy. Good listener.

[He doesn't sound in the least bit sarcastic. Also the previous sentence was a lie, because yeah, he does. Based on the Boss's tone of voice, whoever Johnny is, the number of fucks he is going to give is approximately zero.]

Now, the way I see it, y'all got three options. You can be cool, like Bayonetta, you can stay the fuck out of our way, or you can find out if this is the afterlife. Your call.

[...after a moment.] And the first fucking person to tell me where we can play some skeeball gets canonized.

[It's a video post, but people are welcome to find him as well and talk to him in person!]