I wanted to express my appreciation to whoever assisted me in the infirmary in realigning my arm, but given the state I was in at the time, I am unable to recall who that person was. If you are that individual, or if you know who that individual is, please let me know. I’d like to give them my thanks in person.

[She probably should have done this a lot sooner but... to tell the truth it's taken this long for the wound of Reno's departure to not be too raw. But now some of the edge is fading, and she needs to be practical. She's never going to get better like this.]

Up until recently I was training with someone how to fight, but... he's gone now. So... I was wondering, is there anybody who can help me train? I can fight hand-to-hand, and also I can... I've never found anything like it anywhere else, but I think it's most like a sword in other worlds. I'm trying to learn to fight with it a little differently too, so... I might not be as good, but I want to to get better.

[Meaning her bad hand is useless for pretty much anything still, and she hasn't had much chance to practice one-handed keyblade wielding]

Anyway, thanks.

[She pauses, then adds]

Oh... Shion, if I find anybody, do you want to come as well? [Er...] I'll ask you if I see you too.

[ Greetings people of the tower, have the King of Evil who cursed the tower this month appear on the terminals, for the first time in over six months. He looks fairly neutral, with a very light smile. ]

So long as it been since I last posted here, and yet I see nothing changed. The same cycle has been repeating over and over again, both here and where we come from. Higher powers play with those they see as inferior... Cruel and pointless games meant to satisfy their own amusement. From the tortured crowds sometimes a voice arise, then many--

But at the first bone tossed their way, the mindless masses go back in rank behind the higher powers they chose to venerate as deities. At the first occasion to forget, they chose blissful ignorance. Yes... In the end, complacency reigns. People always return to their meaningless preoccupations and lose of sight what should matter most.

[ He pauses and shakes his head in disapproval before continuing. ]

Have voice even been heard in this tower? Many entertained -and without a doubt still do- the idea that following certain golden haired women would bring them what they longed for. Yet, nothing happened. All they did was replace a deplorable situation with another, build a false hope they could comfort themselves with. All they did was turn a blind eye on reality.

Not a voice arise to stand against the status quo. [A very short and deep chuckle.] How pathetic. Tell me, Tower of Animus, do you not believe time has come for you to awaken and bring about an end to this?

Wanted: A tailor who can help with creating a specialized suit. Need a rush on creation. Payment can be provided.

[Time was running out - only a week left and she was being a bit of a procrastinator in waiting to do this. That and with little bites from her first attempt, she wanted to get the word out. But at least she had something in mind to surprise Reno with.]

[Well lately has been an utter roller coaster of feelings. To say the least. It'd taken a few days musing (some of those days being distracted by a certain book of notes she'd recieved) to realize that maybe she needed a little help with this.]

So... can anybody tell me about weddings and getting married? Just... different things about it. A friend explained some of it to me but... [A lot of it seemed way over her head.] It was really confusing.

[Maybe hearing a few different thoughts about it would help.]

...Should have known it wouldn't last.

Sparky, Elena. You two are still here right?

[...]

Pumpkin everything all month, huh? Never did like pumpkin as a kid. Is there a way to minimize the taste? Stuff makes me want to vomit.

[Hey,  here's someone the tower probably hasn't seen in a long time!]

 I understand a lot has happened. At the very least, I assume the shadows are gone.

Considering the circumstances, I realize that there might be those who desire more filling meals, yet not be able to cook effectively. I'll be going on a hunt and try to provide some, but I encourage no one eats too much. [And this was coming from assassin pig.] Just to be safe and conserve food. Human beings can survive alone on water for quite some time anyway.

I also wish to know who creates weapons here. Ever since the incident with the "space whale" or however you refer to it, I was able to get my hands on materials from the monsters that swarmed. [And after dealing with the shadow, he needed new, better gear.]

That is all.

[Filtered to Ryoji (AU), Kirika (AU), and Homura (OU)]

I wish to thank you all for your aid back with the shadow. Without it, I may have not only died, but failed to realize the flaws within myself.

[Filtered to Elena (OU)]

I have something that belongs to you. You might be interested in getting back I assume?

Are you having fun?

[ Cloud sounds tired. Really, really tired as if he hadn't been sleeping too well lately. He also sounds a little hoarse. Night terrors. They are just so much fun. ]

Rusty... if you're around, maybe we should talk.

Or something.

Aerith? Tifa? Zack? Tseng? Sparky? Are you still here?

Doc... Thanks for rebuilding First Ken. It's pretty useful.

[Well hey it's a bit soon for him to be making another post but he has a good reason for this!! Look he's even going to skip over the formalities this time and get straight to the point to show how serious this is.]

To add onto what Sayaka said, I'm here to send out a warning to be alert as well.

[He crosses his arms]

A few days ago... something happened to me. I was in the cafeteria, and shortly after taking a sip from my drink, I was immediately hit with pain throughout my body. I tried to go to the infirmary... but for some reason I started loosing control of myself and I... [He bites his lip and stays silent for a moment.]

I almost killed someone. [He drops his gaze away from the screen, but continues talking.]

I can't say why that happened, but I can say for sure that it wasn't anything normal. I would never raise a hand to another person, let alone try to kill them.

[He clears his throat and looks back to the screen, a very stern expression set upon his face.]

So be on the look out for things like this happening, keep your guards up, and be careful.

[Xion doesn't normally use the network unless she's looking for someone. But this time, it's a little different. She'd asked if she could stop here, to let everyone know.

No video though. She kind of... does not want to be found. While the network terminals aren't everywhere, but if she can make it as vague as possible, then she'll go with that. She wishes the filters were working, even if she's never used them before, if there was ever a time to start, it was now.

Her voice is very tired, even a little hoarse, and just a tiny bit pained, though she's trying to hide it.]

Sora, Riku, Roxas, Ven, Namine... and... anybody else from my worlds. Or anyone really... Vanitas is back. I think he remembers but... I'm not sure. He's different now, a lot worse. Please just stay away from him. [Stay safe]

And... Elena, Rusty... [she pauses, swallowing; she doesn't have quite enough nerve to address Tseng so informally. Hopefully they'd figure out she was trying to contact her fellow Turks, though.] I... haven't seen Reno - Sparky - anywhere, but his name's not gone from the door so.... I-If you see him, just... please tell him to find me. Us. [Her and Shion]

I'll... be where Sora found me later, when I was asleep. If... if anyone needs me.

[No way she's just outright say where she'll be staying on the network, not if Vanitas or someone else can see this.

She'll probably stick around for a little while, but she has friends nearby who are going to make sure she makes it down to the infirmary, and keep her safe in the meantime.]

[ooc; There might be threadjacks from any of the friends (pitiedthefool, worldsapart , and possibly one other I'll edit in) Xion has with her, if they see something objectionable or they really want to comment on. On the whole though replies'll come from Xion]

 ...I take it everyone has waken up from our state of sleep?

[Hei doesn't look too bad, if maybe a bit tired still. It was clear, he had just woke up.]

If anyone has news regarding that, or anything new within the tower, I wish to be notified.

And regarding those that know of the facility or Val, I propose we come together to discuss matters. There appear to be...differences between most of us, and we should all get our facts straight if we are stuck here for the time being.

That is all.

[Look who is finally back on the network? Why, its the lovable Turk, Elena, returning from her two week stint in the medical ward, looking much like how she went in. Her mouth is pulled into a strained grimace, staring into the camera.]

I'm afraid I've been out of communication for some time now and it looks like I've returned to quite a mess. If there is anybody left that hasn't fallen into some sort of coma, I would suggest that we get together to discuss the situation. There must be something that can be done to return these people to their senses.

[View one worried Reno, though he tries to hide it, it's obvious with the way he's frowning.]

Has anyone collapsed or fallen asleep and won't wake up?

What in Shiva's name…?

[When the video turns on, the figure is clearly frustrated and distrustful, if not looking very exhausted. Honey-colored eyes are dulled and strained, her skin a ghostly shade of pale, a single bandage pressing against the right side of her cheek. Fingers grasp at the top of the note she had been reading, lips pulling in a frown.]

This.

This can’t be right and it isn’t funny. I’m in no mood for jokes right now, so I demand an explanation for this.

[Lowering the note beside her on the bed, Elena gently rubbed at the side of her head, giving a slight wince. She had been under constant watch for the last 48 hours, being pumped full of Cure and Restore to mend internal and external injuries. But clearly she wasn’t entirely healed, which earned a frown.]

Also, what was with the paralysis? Did somebody drug me while I was sleeping to perform a relocation? This isn’t the room I was in last…