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[oxfordian]

( When Charles appears on the video screen, he looks happier than ever. Well, happier than... is standard practise, for this place, and especially given his recent interpersonal shenanigans. Still, he's smiling. )

Hello, everyone. I've rather a large request—I will understand if the need does not suit you—but I do hope that you'll hear me out.

I would like to establish a school, here in Exsilium. It would be for everyone, of all ages. I've received permission, and salary funding, from the Initiative, to gather both teachers and students to... ah, well. ( Charles' expression shifts to an apologetic one. ) To help me refurbish this building and make it a proper educational institution.

In the interest of full disclosure, I will let you all know that I've acquired an old building. It's not in the best of shape, and will need to be fixed up—that is where you come in. Soon, I will need teachers; students, too. But for now—for now, all I need is some volunteers to turn this place into a functional establishment.

( Charles presses a button on his netbook, and this picture appears. )

Your help would be incredibly appreciated.

Thank you very much.

Comments

Video

[lovesignmasterspark]

D'we need to destroy the walls and stuff and remake 'em? Cause if so, I can help with that.

[Which is Marisa language for 'DO I GET TO BLOW SOMETHING UP.' Yeah, she figures he means just fixing it up. But man she could destroy some walls or something.]

[oxfordian]

( Charles chuckles at the enthusiasm. )

Ah, we might need to, yes!

[latkje]

I guess the joke is that without an education, we're all stuck doing manual labor.

[oxfordian]

( Charles lets out a small laugh. )

I suppose it would fit, wouldn't it?

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[punk_cute]

I was kinda likin' not having to go to school, but I can help out.

[oxfordian]

Ah! ( If Charles could make everyone go to school, he totally would. But they're still on an exiles' prison island, so he quietly backs down. )

You do not have to attend—rather, it is not mandatory—but it is certainly recommended. Your help would be splendid!

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[myownbestfriend]

Oh? Do give me a call when you've gotten set up.

[Yeah no she's not helping set up.]

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[oxfordian]

Would you be interested? Ah, in instructing, perhaps?

( yeah he has no illusions about that )

[fe_male]

And they actually gave it to you? [ He's still stupid skeptical of the Initiative, because he hasn't personally had any positives from them so far. ] What do you know about rebuilding?

[oxfordian]

Not a lot, I'm afraid. Though I imagine that my colleagues from my—universe that is not my universe... might be familiar.

( wow he is looking at you, mr. magneto-i-destroy-the-institute-oh-wait-that-was-not-really-you-but-he-doesn't-curr )

Under the condition that they not have to help, as it were.

[whatsupcroc]

If we find any skeletons in closets, do we get to keep them for the Bio Lab?

[oxfordian]

( Charles' eyes widen before he's laughing, realizing only after the fact that it's a joke. )

I would vote 'yes'.

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[rota]

I may just enroll as a student, though I can help with the actual refurbishing of the building.

[It looks like someone did an Almighty in that building, dear lord.]

Building is not my forte but I will find a way to make myself useful. [Cleaaaaaning.]

[oxfordian]

Thank you very much! I am glad to know there is an interest, even for students. I was afraid momentarily that I would have none!

I will let you know when we're to get together, to work on the building.

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[selfloyalty]

This is...not a bad idea.

[SHE'S BORED OUT OF HER MIND]

While I cannot exactly offer my services to help 'fix-up' this old building of yours, I would be more than happy to extend my services as far as teaching goes.

[oxfordian]

It would be greatly appreciated. Ah, I'm Charles Xavier, by the way.

Thank you for your offer—what would your teaching specialty be?

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[gorillawarfare]

You're really going to be the guy that adds public school to kidnapping and forced conscription. Really. You're that guy.

[oxfordian]

( Chuckling; )

It is not mandatory, by any means!

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[healplz]

I might lend a hand in the constructing business, although I deal mainly in support.

[oxfordian]

I would love for any help that you could give, certainly.

What sort of support?

[bearswitness]

That place looks awful.

[oxfordian]

It certainly won't for long!

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[neveraskedforthis]

So will the standard subjects be taught or is this supposed to be some kind of 'special' school. Transports only?

[ just asking, here. do they even have that many teachers? ]

I'm shit with interior design but I can move some heavier stuff over if you need that.

[ and punch down walls but hey he's sure he's not the only one ]

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[oxfordian]

Whatever is available or necessary to be taught, really.

We could use all of the help. Thank you—ah, my name is Charles Xavier; it'll be a pleasure to meet you.

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[square_cubelaw]

[Teaching might be his best chance to get people on the same page and possibly, temporarily, recruit.

So, have a talking robot on your screen.]

Hey, that sounds like a good idea. If you have openings for teachers, I'll be more than happy to fill in.

For now I'll help you with fixing up that building.

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[oxfordian]

I certainly do! What would your specialty be, in teaching?

( Then; )

Wonderful! I will let everyone know when we're to begin.

[shoesfitperfectly]

Ah. Excellent. This'll be the perfect opportunity to get everyone educated in the proper use of time travel. I can't say as I'm any good at refurbishing buildings, though.

[oxfordian]

( The most eclectic of subjects, and Charles' eyes light up. )

Time travel? You're familiar?

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[akidfrombrooklyn]

I think a school is a great idea. Point me in the right direction and I'll do whatever I can to help.

[ Video ]

[oxfordian]

( Charles looks incredibly pleased. )

Certainly! Your help will be very much appreciated.

Ah—have we met, before? —doesn't matter; my name is Charles Xavier, it's a pleasure to meet you.

I figure I ought to introduce myself while I'm requesting such assistance.

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[asinine]

Might have to call the Extreme Makeover: Home Edition team.

[ did you think he was actually going to offer help ... ]

But hey, at least you won't need to install an AC system.

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[oxfordian]

The what—?

( wesley why you gotta use weird references always )

Yes, I rather think we won't be in need of one.

Are you offering your assistance?

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[peaceinchaos]

[ Guess who doesn't recognize you with all that hair. Though she is uneasily side eyeing Emma's thread pretty hard. ]

I don't know very much about teaching or construction, but I would be happy to help any way I can.

[oxfordian]

( Charles, likewise, doesn't recognise her—though for a different reason. He'd be pretty excited if he did, that's for sure. )

You are certainly welcome to come along! I will let you know when we're to meet.

Though I ought to introduce myself—I don't believe we've met. My name is Charles Xavier.

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[ex_symbioses706]

[ oh geez she kind of winces at the image BUT HER RESPONSE IS BRIGHT ENOUGH ]

I've never done anything like that before, but I can try to help - um, if you still need people.

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[oxfordian]

We can use all of the people we could get! That would be lovely, thank you.

I will let you and everyone know when we're to meet to begin reconstruction.

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[danno_williams]

I got stuck doing home improvement, you know, living on a cop's salary can make things interesting. I'n not an expert but I know my way around a hammer.

[oxfordian]

Your help would be very much needed! Ah, and I think I've rather made a sort of pot..luck out of it, so there will be food and beverages available.

Video

[andhishat]

You know, it has been a great deal of time since I found a excuse to use my cleaning spells for anything other than making a bed fit for human habitation.

Perhaps I could give them a whirl.

[oxfordian]

( Charles blinks at that, looks curious, but tries not to pry... for now. )

Ah! Thank you very much! I will let you know when we're all to gather...

My name is Charles Xavier, by the way. ( He smiles. Yeah, should have introduced himself to start, huh? Hm. )

Voice

[roadkills]

Do you really believe we're going to be here long enough to need a school?

[oxfordian]

I myself have been here... ( He stops, considers it. )

About seven months, now. I would say so! Even if not, there is no harm in it, I should hope.

[video]

[bitch_is_back]

Not sure I see the point in a school.

[video]

[oxfordian]

( Have a polite frown. )

To educate, of course.

[anomaliiiiies]

A school, you say? I like that idea. Hi, I'm Jane Foster, Ph.D in particle physics, doing post doctoral work in astrophysics. Would that come in handy?

[oxfordian]

( Charles looks thoughtful, and then downright delighted. )

It is lovely to meet you, Ms Foster. My name is Charles Xavier—your specialties would be most needed!

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[andfutureking]

You know that you have my aide, wherever it is needed.

[oxfordian]

—just as I'm certain it will be.

Would you like to assist with the school as well?

[bittertears]

A school in which anyone is welcome to attend?

[what is this trickery]

[oxfordian]

Precisely! There are no limits; adults may come to be educated as well.