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mentis_reae in sirenspull

[text, cause you CAN tl;dr this much in voice, BUT THEN SOMEONE MIGHT MISS SOMETHING]

Feb 16, 2010 10:42

We are disparate. That much is clear. For all that we've been brought from our various homes to the same place, forced into the same situation, we're not united in any sense of the word. Yet I do not believe that we can survive if we do not support one another. To this end, I propose two things ( Read more... )

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[audio] killswithapen February 16 2010, 16:05:31 UTC

See, this is better. Level-headed. I don't agree with you that it's dangerous for all of us to be together - in fact, it's quite the opposite - but I'm on your side about the fund. It's a brilliant idea, and really vital, I think. You've clearly also put a lot of thought into it.

So long as I get this job, feel free to put me on the list. Eight percent, right? It won't be much from my proposed salary, but I'd like to show my support regardless.

Thanks, Edgeworth.

[audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:09:14 UTC

No? Such a concentration prevents assimilation of any sort. It makes us an easy target. If we are scattered throughout the city, however, then there is nothing to differentiate us from any others.

Nevertheless, I appreciate your support. If you believe you are able, more would of course be welcome.

[audio] killswithapen February 16 2010, 16:29:29 UTC

I don't necessarily agree, if only because we're stronger together. You're right that it makes it harder to blend in, and certainly for those of us who are ready and know the city a little better, blending in is a good idea -- but if you're new in a foreign environment, the safest, strongest option is to stay together. In that way the stronger can automatically defend the weaker; a sense of community, rather than citywide patriotism. We've all been ripped from our homes, and it gives us something in common.

I'll see what's possible when we reach that point. Managing money shouldn't be a problem for me, in any event. You do have my support, whatever that's worth. Let me know if I can help any more than that.

[audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:32:46 UTC

Yet we're working to fix the city as a whole. I will grant that at the moment, it's weak, but with some effort, the very city itself may come together to defend everyone. There will be no need for the community of "newcomers"; rather, there will be a community of citizens.

Well. As I said, the crucial element for the night watch is not just those who can fight - it's those who can organize, as well. If I recall correctly, you yourself have none of these absurd powers, but you seem to think on your feet well enough.

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dreadpiratekurt February 16 2010, 16:10:02 UTC

This is an excellent proposal, and I will support you wholeheartedly in both. Currently, I am without employment - a situation I hope to remedy as soon as possible - but I can volunteer for the night watch immediately.

[Private]

I'm a skilled fighter where I am from, and have the power of teleportation. I don't advertise my ability publicly, as I'm sure you can understand. I would be willing to assist not only those caught outside nearby, but those who find themselves needing to travel after dark for some important reason.

[voice, private] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:12:51 UTC

Ah...Power of - teleportation. Ah...Yes. You're then able to, er, help others with travel as well?

[voice, private] dreadpiratekurt February 16 2010, 16:22:07 UTC

Ja, I am. If my passengers do not mind a bit of queasiness for a few minutes. Those unused to being teleported generally suffer from Displacement Sickness at first. But it passes quickly enough.

[voice, private] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:24:02 UTC

Well, ah...That would be - exceedingly useful. Perhaps more so than any other ability, as the important factor is to ensure that these people are able to escape, not that the creatures end up dead or any such thing. What are the limitations on this - er - power of yours?

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[Text] ura_no_ura February 16 2010, 16:14:50 UTC

"Further, all who participate in this account will have the authority to borrow from it in the event of losing their own job or not having sufficient funds to cover rent or other such concerns."

How can you ensure that someone isn't going to just rip us off? Will you have a way of investigating the authenticity of a claim, or will you simply just provide the funds?

[Private to Edgeworth ]

I would also like to speak to you privately in person regarding what you are proposing for night watches. These networks are monitored.

[Text] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:18:50 UTC

I don't wish the fund to become bogged down with suspicion and red tape. The board of administrators will be charged with investigating the claim, yes, but all requests will be met with trust rather than suspicion. These are people, after all, who are voluntarily contributing to the fund, who have already given up their livelihood; it would be absurd to suspect their charitable intentions.

[Private]

And I am well aware they are monitored. I assure you. I will meet with you in person, but these watch committees will be entirely legitimate - nothing to threaten their power, and nothing that even they could object to.

[Text] ura_no_ura February 16 2010, 16:55:07 UTC

I think there need to be more regulations in place for a fund like this to prevent the charity of others from being abused. In my opinion, there must be a limit on how much one can borrow per month; a set amount of money for stipends should also be determined for newcomers.

[Private]

When are you available?

[Text] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:58:18 UTC

I think that such a limit would be destructive. We number few enough that frivolous claims would be immediately evident.

[Private]

And I am home in the weekday evenings.

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[Audio] neargenius February 16 2010, 16:33:32 UTC

So you are uninterested in leaving this city, Mr. Edgeworth?

[Audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:34:48 UTC

I am not. But I am under no illusions that it will happen soon, or that we can neglect others in the meantime.

[Audio] neargenius February 16 2010, 16:40:38 UTC

Then why did you neglect to include a third branch to research means of escape? A more direct solution to all of these problems would be leaving the city entirely.

[Audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:42:06 UTC

Because I am not a scientist. I would not presume to tell people how to go about their research, which I presume all are doing independently.

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[audio] mademyhell February 16 2010, 16:46:57 UTC

You...Really need a hobby.

[audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 16:48:28 UTC

I beg your pardon?

[audio] mademyhell February 16 2010, 17:00:17 UTC

[Heavy sigh, as if he were very put upon.]

I can add to the fund...Not much help otherwise.

...And a hobby. Something to do?

[audio] mentis_reae February 16 2010, 17:01:52 UTC

Are you saying this is a waste of time?

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