Okay, first thing's first role call. [ ignoring the fact that she looks like this right now. She's trying to keep herself alive and well trying not to hurt anyone else. She was trying her best to help out and all that good stuff. Well, keyword was tried. She might not like where this was going. ]

If I kind of know ya, or we've talked before, please tell me you guys are okay? No one's hurt right? The place has been really annoyingly weird, especially with these annoying costumes and freaky ways of dying. If you need healing or anything at all, please tell me so I can get to you. To all the people I know very well and we're really good friends or something, please tell you're okay as well and I need to know where you guys are cuz I'm seriously going to start freaking the hell out if I can't find anyone.

I hate this month.......

[ There's a momentary pause before Ishtar turned around, feeling a shadow creeping up on her. There's a surprised jump, knocking off the computer as the large monster made its way onto the screen before it turned off with Ishtar leaping out of the way of being swiped.]

Um, good morning.

[ She gives the screen a tentative smile, but it's hard for her to get used to these terminals. It wasn't at all like talking to a real person. ]

There seem to be a lot of people who are new, so I wanted to say that if anyone would like something grown, I can help -- I'd like to help. I know we have the forest and the meadow levels but sometimes it's nice to have a bit of greenery in other places too, right?

Also, if anyone's wanted something different to eat since I know there's been a lot of pumpkins in the cafeteria lately!

[ She seems to gain a bit of confidence. ]

Oh, and my name is Amalia! I'll do my best to grow what you need!

[ Amalia stands in front of the video screen with her hands clasped in front of her. ]

Um, hello. This message is for the people in charge of the Tower.

I wanted to thank you for fixing all the floors back to the way they were and for even giving us new ones, and for returning our trunks. I know the things inside of them mean a lot to the people here.

I didn't know if anyone had taken the time to let you know that what you did was appreciated.

[ a brief pause ]

So, thank you.

[ After Sertoria's noticed something's wrong with the coffee maker and weird behavior, especially Allen's transformation, she knew she had to inform others before people were hurt. So, here we are. She looks to be focused, but there's vague hints of worry in her eyes. ]

Attention, everyone. Please listen to what I have to say.

If you go into the cafeteria or anywhere where there is food being served, please do not drink or eat anything as I am certain it has been tampered with in some way. I tried to identify what, if any, poisonous substances could be laced in the drinks itself and my database was unable to find a source.

I also am to believe that this substance can transform others, either be by a monster or something else. Please exert caution when approaching them.

I do not know if this is the administration's doing or one of our own. If anyone out there has any information, it would b appreciated. I can show what I have seen as proof, too.

Be safe when this is happening. Thank you for your time.

[It's about time she tried this thing out, so here she is sitting in the library.]

Heya! Thought I'd make a broadcast and here it is! This is the United States of America speaking. Crazy I know, I bet you're all like, "Oh shit, she's so awesome!" Don't worry if you can't handle how great I am, that's totally natural and everything.

[SHE CLAPS her hands together once and rubs them together in apparent anticipation.] Now that I'm here, these Tower dudes really have it comin'. See, I'm gonna get you guys outta here. Don't know how, where or when, but I promise! [slams a fist into her palm with a firm nod, determination glittering in her eyes.]

Between now and whenever the hell that is, let's get to know each other! You got that part about me being America, which is totally like... the best part, and also that I'm fuckin' awesome. Yeah that's right, I'm the U.S. of A. Comin' right atcha from...

[she looks around]

Uh. This library. [A pout. Which immediately disappears, because she's back to smiling again.]

Whatev, whatev. [Who could ever tell she's looking for information? Really looking, actually. It's a ruse.

... It's a ruse, and she really is showing everyone how fabulous she is. And don't you forget it.]

Peace out homies, and stay frosty!~ [she points at the screen and mock-shoots it with her finger, and with a wink from Amelia, the broadcast ends.]

[Feferi's been careful to look nice for the camera this time, or as nice as she can look here. Her hair's brushed out, so it's not unruly, she's set her goggles off her head and is wearing them like a headband, her jewelry is on straight and looks shiny, and she's found lipstick so her lips are just the right shade.

But despite all that, she looks pretty upset and pretty nervous. Something's got her shaken up.]

Um, hi. It's Feferi. I have a question, after this...rude...conchversation...

...I know I look...different. But I don't look like a monster, do I? I never thought I did. I always thought I looked, whale, pretty. Not like I was full of myself or anyfin! But everyone should feel pretty, you know?

I mean, I know I don't look the same as a human gill looks, but I didn't think I looked like a monster. Not till now. If I look like that to anemoneone, I apologize. I'm reely not a monster.

...I also think that stuff that he's talking about is absolutely disgusting. I don't know where anyone would get such a sick idea. It kind of makes me want to throw up...

[ Ishtar looked a little worse for wear, but she seemed to be holding on. The past week had been a bit of a disaster to deal with. She wasn't expecting to be chased by monsters and running around like a madman. She was glad that it finally looked better now, even though it probably wasn't. ]

Does this happen often? You know...monsters on the loose, and stuff?

[ She mused. She didn't know how else to approach this situation. ]

Because this is going to be one hell of a stay if it happens often.

[ She raised her brow. Her expression suddenly changing into a more concerned one. ]

Is everyone okay? If anyone needs help dressing wounds, or healing then I can offer my abilities. They're not great, but I can patch you up real well? If you need anything at all, please tell me. I don't mind helping around and about.

Elian, are you alright? Gaara, I haven't seen you at all since the attack. Tell me your location at least. Duzie, I know you're around somewhere, but be careful alright? Hei and Yusuke, you guys are fine right? Sorry I got you guys in a little trouble there when the monsters attacked.

[Ryuho switches on the machine, but keeps fiddling with it a few moments, obviously trying to get a hang of the technology.]

Hello. [He began, his voice soft and almost vacant-sounding.]

Who's out there? I'm not sure what to make of these letters. Can all of this really be true?

[He pauses, shifting uncomfortably in the white outfit. His collar is blue.]

Is anyone else here from Japan?

[Failed Filter to Ishtar]

Ishtar... [He speaks with hesitation in his voice. There is concern underlying his words.] Please contact me.

[Failed Filter to Elian]

[After a quiet sigh, his tone returns to normal.]

How has your training been progressing?

( fail-filtered messages to Sephiroth )

[Evening, Animus-folk. Have a rather concerned looking Zack on your network today. He's definitely worried about something, and considering the late hour, that's not surprising. Monsters will be out soon.]

Has anybody seen General Sephiroth around today? I looked all over and I can't find him anywhere...his name's not on his door anymore, either, but that doesn't mean anything, does it? [a glance over his shoulder, probably at that door in question, then he looks back at the screen.]

Just...lemme know if you've seen him around, okay? It's not like him to not check in.

[Feferi looks...tired. That's all you can really say about her, when she lets the video come on. She looks like she hasn't slept much, and she looks like she's gone somewhere to cry for a few minutes before calming down enough to speak.]

H-hi, everyone. I hope everyone's all right?

I - mm. I was going to ask whether or not anyone else's roommates weren't waking up, but...

Please be all right, Sayaka.

...what do you do when this place finally gets to you? I've been trying not to - to let it, but...I think I just really need some friends right now. I was up by the aquarium earlier and I think I'm gonna go back up there.

[She wipes at her eyes, and she thinks she's cut the feed, but:]

...it's never easy, this whole 'actually needing to step up and make decisions' princess stuff...

[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.

[Since Elian is teaching French to one, he decides why not teach anyone that's willing to learn. Without the use of his abilities, it's better to give knowledge than horde it.

A large pile of books sit behind him. It looks like he's already building his curriculum.]

Greetings. My name is Elian Zigmarl. Sorry for bothering everyone, but I'm holding language lessons for anyone that is interested in the library.

[When the feed turns on, the face of a teenaged girl shows up! The short-haired blonde, violet-eyed girl might seem familiar to some of you. In a vast contrast to her fierce arrival, she seems a bit... nervous?]

Ah, bonjour... my name is Ruler, and I have been here for a little over a week now. It may seem forward, but I... have a request.

[Whatever it is seems to be bothering her, because she hesitates for a few moments before she speaks up again. She sounds almost timid now.]

Are there any residents here with... teaching experience? N-Not training, I am quite capable in that area! I mean...

[Ugh, she has to just spit it out.] I require... reading lessons. Writing, too, if that is possible...

[And now she's just. Steeling herself! Ugh, being illiterate in this day and age must be so horrible...]

[Without preamble, Gaara accesses the network and just gets straight to the point.] The medical supplies in the infirmary are inadequate. With imminent danger, recovery time is best limited, whenever possible.

For those of you willing to divulge, state your name and healing knowledge or capabilities. You may be contacted in the future for medical assistance.

[His attention shifts over to the notebook lying beside the keyboard, pen poised and ready to write information down.]

[ Kairi's used to winding up in different worlds, but something about this just seemed off. She couldn't find hide nor hair of Tifa and Aerith, much less Riku and Sora, and that worried her. Were they taken from right under her nose or no?

She had so many questions, but didn't know if she had the time for them. However, she needs to get to the bottom of this to go home. ]

Ah, I hope I'm using this right...

For those who might not know me, I'm Kairi and...I'm not really sure why I'm here, so information on my surroundings would be more than helpful. Thank you for your help.

Also, if anyone has seen two women who go by the names Tifa Lockhart and Aerith Gainsborough, could you let me know where they are? More importantly, if anyone knows where two others - boys who go by the names Riku and Sora, that would be extremely helpful. I'll try my best to repay you, too.

Now how do you turn-- [ The feed goes silent after that. ]

( OOC: You can also bug her here! )

[Gaara has read the letters, and thinks this is just another sadistic experiment at the facility. He gets up out of bed and curiously looks around the room, making a mental note of the trunk. Where is the communication device? It might have been misplaced during the transfer. He needs to find a way to access the public network.

He leaves the room and walks swiftly through the hallways in a brief exploration. Eventually, he wanders into the library and finds a computer, recognizing the electronic device from the facility. With some experience, he navigates the functions and figures out how to post a video.

He stares impassively at the screen for a few seconds.] Doctors, Consortium, Val. [Addressing all three to see which one, if any, would actually respond to his call.] This is an amateur tactic. Rather disappointing.

[Now, to figure out what is this week’s experiment. They’re not on schedule for an F3 expedition. Strange.]

Sai. [Brief pause.] Kankuro, Temari. Report in.

Hello, tower.
Due to the recent blind date sign ups, there's been some confusion as to what a 'date' really is.

[We are looking at you, Keyderps- also a few others friendly anon knows...]

It's described as: "Two people getting together for an activity when the possibility of romance between them has been broached but not ruled out. Since the exploration of romance is the purpose of a date, merely asking someone out on a date is sufficient to broach the subject. Dates may or not continue once a couple have entered into a romantic relationship. The word "date" may be used to identify a get together between two people not romantically involved, but this usage is meant to convey irony, since such a meeting is not a date in the true sense of the word."

tl;dr: Dressing up and going out with a boy or girl, depending on preferences. Usually romantic, but can be as simple as going out for coffee or ice cream with someone you consider as more than a friend or best friend.



...Does anyone need a definition for "romance" next?

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OP

Due to opinions, have a link for a definition of romance.