[A rather severe looking man in a black turtleneck addresses the network, oddly calm for someone who has just found out that his world was destroyed. He's a bit battered, having spent only a few moments on dressing and a hasty cleanup before heading for the nearest network terminal. There's quite a bit of dust in his hair, along with bruises and faint smears of what might be blood on his face and neck.]

My name is Howard Link. If there are any members of the Black Order present, please state your status and location. Anyone familiar with the facility, I would request your status as well. [Because last he checked? The station was pretty broken. Or well on it's way there, at least, and if he was pulled to this place? Well, there have to be others here.

He hesitates for a second or two before speaking again, glancing down briefly at something near the floor.]

... If there is anyone here familiar with the construction or repair of mechanical prosthetic limbs, please contact me at your earliest convenience.

[The image of Allen Walker is crystal clear, which is unfortunate considering he's worse for the ware. His clothes are in remarkable shape, however.]

...It's not as bad as it looks, really. [He smiles.]

There were certainly a lot of us taken into that room. Or rooms. I can still hear the sound of the machines in my head when it's quiet, and sometimes when I just decide to close my eyes for a minute. And I don't think I even deserve to say that it wasn't as bad as all that. I was taken, too, but not much really happened. Kind of like it was just a long dream that I just had to wake up from.

[A rare moment of a truly angry Allen cross where the old Allen used to be.] But I'll say that things have since reversed. If the administrators think this will break you, they're clearly thinking wrong. It was bad, but there's a lot of stronger people here. I know it. And I think you do, too.

...

[His anger quickly fades into another contented smile. Rin-only.] And before I forget, thanks again, Rin. I don't think I got to really enjoy the fixes you made until now.

[Anyone seeing Allen in person as he's making this post will notice him wobble a little. Just as the feed cuts back, Allen stumbles back and collapses. One might be able to catch him just in time if one acts fast enough.]

[The young man on the screen has seen better days. Other than looking like he ended up on the wrong side of a curb stomp, that's more believable than what actually happened. It was his "first", after all. Sweat slowly beads down his face. The normally pristine, stark white hair of his was little more than an orderly mess. While this didn't make him unattractive, it nonetheless signaled that something was off. Very off.]

[His voice, unmoved by his current state, is a far departure from expectation.]

My name...Is Allen Walker. I know you've already met me, but it was under the worst possible circumstance.

( Story and Apology )
( Closing, a face with no tears )

[When the feed first turns on, deep breathing can be heard, as if someone is trying to calm down. After a minute or so, the breathing stops and is followed by a pause. Shortly after, a voice belonging to what seems to be a young girl speaks up.]

H-Hello, everyone. I, um... My name is Wendy, and I'm new here. This is the best way to learn more about this place, right? I-If so, would anyone mind assisting me with some questions I have?

[She takes a deep breath.]

So, ah... Other than what the letter explained, is there anything important I should know about this place? Like... What dangers there are, or where other points of interest might be, for example.

[Another deep breath.]

I'd... I'd also like to know how people arrive here, and if it's possible if people from the same world arrive later than others. And finally... [A pause.] Are we stuck here forever?

[She takes one final deep breath.]

E-Even a little information would be helpful. Thank you for listening!

[So Chie looks pretty bummed at the moment, she's more or less childishly pouting at the screen. In the background you might even be able to hear the faint sound of...a stomach growling?]

You know what I miss? Steak. A lot. It was soooo good, I feel like I took it for granted now!

[Alright, silliness aside, she looks off to the side for a moment to stick her tongue out and look back to the screen.]

So...is everyone okay after this...candy event thing? This is still so weird.

Hello there.

This is Allen Walker.
( Like you'll actually click here )

Ignore. ♥