End of an Era

[noctaeress]

BANG!The peace, quiet, and terrible calm of Somarium was shattered with a single, booming thunderbolt in the sky, just above the tallest tower of the long-darkened floating castle. Those compelled to look up and peer into the sky could see the lower, illuminated against the pale shadow of the new moon, the lightning strikes offering a burst of

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voice;

[onlyabarista]

... This is definitely no dream.

[carnivalcat]

That's up for debate, actually.

[onlyabarista]

Well, it's certainly not my dream.

[carnivalcat]

You never know. Might have some sadistic tendencies in your subconscious.

Ever had something against castles?

Voice

[laserofjustice]

[Oh shit. That's not good. Flynn's trying not to shout over the Dreamberry. He can't help it, it's in his blood.]

Attention everyone who can hear this message!

As you may be aware the floating castle that once resided above us has crashed into the desert. Please, be on your guard! Unless someone knows the cause of this, then it would be in your best interest at the present time to stay far away from the crash site. However I can understand the desire to examine the damage but do not go there alone! There is no guarantee that it won't be dangerous near the wreckage!

Private Call

[chose_death]

Scifo, we are ordering an evacuation immediately. See to it that these people move out of districts one and five.

Private Call

[laserofjustice]

I understand! I'll head towards district one and evacuate all civilians I come into contact with.

Private Call

[chose_death]

Do your best. Give them a swift explanation. And be... [The Inspector is almost hesitant to use this word, his expression souring considerably] genteel. But very firm.

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[carnivalcat]

[More than anything else, Boris seems amused. He'd already ventured out of the carnival tents and is... well, laughing.]

Nice light show and some crazy tremors. This place really knows how to entertain. Anyone else wanna investigate or is it just me?

[chose_death]

[Boris is rewarded with a stern, uncompromising response.]

That you will leave for the police.

[carnivalcat]

[The 'uncompromising' bit goes riiiiight over his head.]

What, not even an option for a joint effort?

[chose_death]

[Javert's slightly frazzled grimace deepens.]

I will not have civilians falling to their untimely deaths to-day, Monsieur. Better for you and us that you should keep your distance.

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[knightofchanges]

[and he's still out in the desert. so close to coming back, too.]

Haha, I had a front row seat for this one!

Well since I'm already out here, I guess I could offer some assistance?

[phantomfenton]

*Is striding somewhere very quickly.* You should stay away from the castle.

The police are already working on it.

*Hypocrite.*

[knightofchanges]

Hmm, I should? But why should I stay away just because of the police?

[phantomfenton]

Because they're already there. You'll get in the way, and stuff.

[hides_thedagger]

[The moment he's heard the loud bang, he's out on his roof, watching in horror as the castle plummet down to its doom. He crouches down as the earthquake reaches his cottage, hanging on so he wouldn't slip from the roof. Dastan then connects to the network, frowning and his eyes full of concern]

.....Please someone tell me that the castle was empty...

[punchesbards]

[ It wasn't long before Ezio was outside, though remained on the ground until the earthquake had subsided. All the while trying to connect to Altair and Malik if he could. When they didn't answer, he climbed up onto the roof to join Dastan, having spotted him earlier and looking both relieved and worried at the same time. ]

Are you all right, fratello? [ he turned to look toward the impact site. that wasn't pretty. ]

[Action]

[hides_thedagger]

[The Persian's gaze is also locked on the site of the crash when his newest friend climbs his roof. He looks over at him, nodding quickly.]

I am, brother. So are you, as I see.

[He nods back toward the fallen castle]

....They'll need help with finding the survivors....

[Yes, it's an invitation. Despite Javert's warning, the Prince is dead set on going to look for the wounded.]

[Action]

[punchesbards]

[ Ezio looked back, nodding again. ]

Agreed. I'll join you. I cannot let you play hero all by yourself after all. [ with that he jumps down from the roof, assuming the Prince will follow. ]