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[stayedthere]

Before I arrived here, I had made the decision to stay in a place that would mean the end of my life. It had been my choice, and a choice I would make again. That was in 1986, but here, with the New Year, it's 2012. It sounds strange, but I don't remember any of it... I feel as if I should, but I don't.

And I had a sister... she would be 42 now. I

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[truthsnomiracle]

My own investigation suggests that despite close similarities to where I'm from, this is most likely a matter of my being transported across more than just time. Phone numbers that I recall from this time period don't lead to the proper people, nor can I uncover records of their existence. Furthermore, a production studio whose works I have a fondness for doesn't exist despite the fact that it should have been founded well before now. Finally, many of our fellow kidnappees earnestly believe the most outlandish things to be true despite otherwise coming across as entirely sane; while not conclusive on its own, when paired with the evidence it raises questions.

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[stayedthere]

[ ... that's pretty convincing. ]

It's strange to believe, but if what you say is true, it would make sense that all our families and friends could really be missing like this. But if someone or something could do something like this, what is the reason for it? Can only people from other worlds see the events that happen at night?

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[truthsnomiracle]

Precisely -- it is we who are missing.

It appears that we are indeed alone in being privy to the Dark Hour's existence, save of course whomever or whatever might be responsible for this mass kidnapping. The coffins that one can see during the Dark Hour are either the natives preserved or transformed; as we're unable to open them, we cannot easily determine which with certainty.

Because of this fact, to attempt to discuss Personas, Shadows, and the Dark Hour with those native to this world is counterproductive in most cases. One of the few exceptions is the proprietor of Felix's Finds; while he doesn't understand the situation, neither does he believe that we aren't in need.

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[stayedthere]

Felix's Finds? I haven't come across that place. What is it?

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[truthsnomiracle]

A store filled with antiquities, which notably from our perspective includes various old-fashioned weapons. For those of us who are uncomfortable with guns yet still wish to be able to defend ourselves or others during the Dark Hour, it's an important resource.

Be aware, however, that I will not stand for abuse of his wares.

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[stayedthere]

I want to find a way back, but I don't plan to cause any disturbance for it. I'm grateful for what you've told me and how thorough it is. Have you been here for a while?

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[truthsnomiracle]

I've been here for nearly a month and a half, and have found myself appalled at how haphazard and often incomplete the distribution of facts has been. I'm only fulfilling my duty as a fellow kidnappee.

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[stayedthere]

If most of the information is being handled word of mouth, people are probably trying to make it easier for new arrivals to understand. A lot of this would be considered strange for a lot of people.

It would be good though if there was a way to have information there ready for when people need it.

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[truthsnomiracle]

Simplification doesn't excuse the fact that I had to learn of Felix's Finds through my own investigation -- nor the fact that my investigation was prompted by the poor results of an assault by several ill-equipped children on a building infested with strong Shadows.

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[truthsnomiracle]

The basics of this place must be seen to be believed, but I do agree that a reference guide would be the ideal solution past that point.

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[stayedthere]

It would be best so a situation like that won't be easily repeated. Do newcomers usually arrive at the hotel?

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[truthsnomiracle]

Newcomers can arrive anywhere on the island. However, it is common to be directed to the hotel in one's earliest conversations with fellow kidnappees.

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[stayedthere]

The hotel would be a good place to have any information compiled then if it's possible to do. If what people know about this place isn't getting shared out as much, we could be missing out on important details. Or anything useful.