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[ locked ⇢ voice; ]

Did I do this right...I think so...Ah! I got it!

Okay! So, I should find a way to keep myself busy that isn't training, right? So I can keep track of my progress and a general diary! It's better than sitting around staring at these geometric ceilings, anyway.

What should I talk about first... Roommates! I haven't met either yet, but hopefully I will soon. I did go crazy cleaning up the kitchen this morning, and tidying up the living room. I hope they're both okay and not people that are like...well, Dad won't approve of anyone probably. I would not be surprised if he wants to move into the same apartment sooner rather than later.

And before I forget: Dad is 606, Mr. Barnaby is 406.

Hm, what else... Oh! Kido is cool. She says her gang helps others with their abilities. [ She stops dictating to laugh at herself for a moment. ] "Hey Dad! I met this girl when I arrived the other day, and her gang can help me with my powers!! Cool, right?" No, more like he will have a heart attack if I mention the word "gang."

Speaking of abilities, I have to tell him I still have my NEXT powers, too. So that and I can generate ice! Which I haven't done yet. I put the boots on, but I was too hesitant to go and do it. [ A huff. ] Today I will! The lady said it would know when I need it, since it's..."sensiencer?" "Sentience?" [ There's a pause as her fingers fly across the keyboard. ] "Sentient." Got it.

Okay, I think that's enough for now.


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[ Anyone scrolling through the network will come across a video feed of this brunette preteen humming to herself as her eyes focus on the right side of the screen. After a moment, she sighs in frustration and rubs her face with both hands before speaking. ]

And I thought my teacher gave me a lot of homework. At least these people don't test us on all of this stuff.

......they don't, right? [ She huffs, muttering to herself. ] They better not. Anyway, is anyone else new to this world like I am?

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[voice]

[highfrequency]

[He can't keep the rust from his voice, but tries to sound gentle.]

I'm new, too.

But I don't think you'll have to worry about homework....

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[copia]

[ She won't hold his voice being different against him — she doesn't expect everyone to sound the same, or, well, "normal" considering the circumstances. ]

I hope not. I'm pretty sure I saw some classrooms.

What's your name?

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[highfrequency]

[She sounds so young... Are there really this many children here? He pauses a moment to swallow a ball of rage he feels forming in his chest.]

Call me Raiden.

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[innominata]

There are a lot of new people.

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[copia]

So I've heard, I just thought I would introduce myself to some of them, since I'm new as well.

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[innominata]

A lot of them will be gone.

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[worldswillburn]

[Going from isolation and being someone else's experiment to a soldier with 'roommates.'

Roommates. When was the last time she had any of those?

Kerrigan didn't like the idea, or liked much about this place altogether. Still, all she had to her name was the rifle slung over her shoulder, and living here would be better and than living on the streets. As long as she viewed it from a practical point of view, she would manage. Somehow.

The room was also close to Jim's, which was welcome benefit.

Inside she went, into the living room and...]

Looks like I'm supposed to live with you.

[Younger than she would've expected. Much younger.]

action foreverrrrrr;

[copia]

[ Kaede looks up from the tablet at the new voice, and it takes her a moment to remember that she has roommates. Yes, that's right. This has to be one of them.

She sees the rifle and makes a note of that — hm, does that mean she's normal? Then again, maybe not...

She moves the tablet to the side to stand up, giving her a quick bow. ] Hello, and it looks like it. I'm Kaede, I just arrived here several days ago.

[worldswillburn]

[Kerrigan stares at her for a moment and nods. Seemed polite enough.]

Sarah Kerrigan, and same here.

[She took around the room itself. Livable enough, she figured.]

Is it just you and me?

[voice]

[oldsoldiersneverdie]

It seems like they bring in a new group every few weeks - I've only been here a month, myself.

[voice]

[copia]

So I've heard. I guess the Initiative needs as many people as they can get their hands on.

[voice]

[oldsoldiersneverdie]

Apparently. Kids don't deserve to be dragged into this mess, though.

[voice; anonymous]

[pixieboots]

I've been here a couple of months now. But I guess that's still kinda new. [ and there's a thoughtful pause. ]

Homework is definitely a thing of the past. At least as far as this place goes.

[voice]

[copia]

That is sort of new but not fresh-out-the-Hold new.

That's good to hear. This is a lot of information to process.

[voice]

[pixieboots]

Yeah, brace yourself. It's only gonna get worse from here on out.

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[sidecar]

Kaede! You figured out how to work the network already!

[From the proud way he says it you'd think she invented the thing rather than just posted to it.]

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[copia]

[ She simply shakes her head, although there is a smile on her face. ] It's not that hard to learn, Dad.

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[scienceinacan]

I am! What's this "homework" you're talking about?

Maybe I can help ♥

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[copia]

Hi! Ah, I was referring to all the information about what's happened here before we arrived.

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[scienceinacan]

The public announcements by the Initiative....?

I skimmed it...

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[debtor]

[What is it with the Initiative and young girls.

Allen tilts his head at the screen, smiling polite-like.]

You've just arrived? I've been here a few months myself, but... they haven't tested us on any information so far, no. Is that what you meant?

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[copia]

[ Maybe one or two of the group controlling who come to Exsilium like adolescent girls. B|

She is going to follow his lead and tilt her head, although it is more so at the striking white hair and especially the scar dominating the left (his left) side of his face. ]

I did, yes, and that is exactly what I meant. That is great to know.

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[debtor]

[NOT OKAY.

If he minds (or even notices) her staring, he doesn't show it. Though his expression falters for another reason.]

Mm. The Initiative doesn't seem too concerned about [making sure the Transports are well-informed] that sort of thing. I believe they only ask that we train regularly.

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[quisling]

My guess is a lot of us probably are. I met more new arrivals my first day here than I did people who have been here for any substantial amount of time.

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[copia]

My dad's partner was telling me that new Trans— [ She abruptly cuts herself off and makes a face at using that word. ] —people come every month, and I doubt these guys are pulling less than twenty people every month.