002; video

[kingside]

[While unaccustomed to addressing the public without a mask, Lelouch appears entirely at ease when the transmission begins, if a little bored. Certain aspects of the week had been altogether too eventful for his tastes (hi, Kallen!), but he's ignoring those in the hopes that they might go away. Besides, this place could be downright dull sometimes, futuristic dystopia or no. That aside--]

I had been wondering, has anyone been keeping tabs on the Transport population? Our numbers, worlds of origin, dates of appearance and disappearance, things of that nature? I have a feeling that the Initiative has records if no one else, but given their frequently difficult nature, there seems to be little point in asking.

Beyond that, there seem to be a fair number of Transports who have combat or leadership experience in some form or another. Would those of you who fall into either category be willing to share what that experience has been? Naturally, if you fall into both categories, the question is doubly relevant.

[There's a slight pause, then--]

On an unrelated note, would anyone be interested in a game of chess?

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[keep_smiling]

Actually, I do remember how things move, I believe. Strategy, though... That's a different story. I was never much of a strategist.

[kingside]

[Should he take that to mean this game won't last very long? Either way, Lelouch shrugs and moves a pawn, apparently taking Elmer at his word.]

It takes all sorts.

[keep_smiling]

It's fine! I'll forge ahead with my troops, and we'll win this battle with smiles on our faces.

[He picks up a pawn at random and moves it ahead. Yep.]