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xi. voice + text
I have information to share with you all, about information that we lack.
[a pause.]
For as long as we have endured this world, changed it or watched it change well beyond our control, the amount we do know is vastly smaller than what we don’t. Perhaps never will. So it is that our struggles are like...swiping in the dark, feeling out shapes and phantoms we can perceive as guesses at best. Or, maybe better...there are suggestions of light to trace out those shapes, but never enough to be certain. Only enough to strike.
The artificial intelligence we rescued has confirmed there is no exact point recorded for the origin of the United Earth’s ruling computer. It makes sense: History is written and told by those in power. The less we understand about it, so more is the advantage and threat it has against us. As it stands, we don’t know what dire impact we may have caused in altering the world to this state. We don't know how long days like these can last, what is in the works over there.
Regardless of what is chosen for our steps in the future, I believe it in everyone’s interest to know about this machine’s past. AI has offered the chance to piece together the missing history of the United Earth, should we wish it.
[another pause.]
The problem with this is the exact one it seeks to resolve: I can’t tell you what to expect.
The point of focus to start is the very day the United Earth is established, and the records of it are vague at best, pointedly pro-UE throughout. What may be waiting there could be dangerous or not at all.
It’s why this is something everyone should hear and understand. Something everyone can put a hand in, in some way. Powerful fighters, quick-thinking saboteurs, hackers, healers…
But going in all at once, as an army, may not be the best approach. A small number to survey, relay information, and signal reinforcements should there be a need...Which means a greater number waiting on standby for a potential call.
The AI itself can be carried to this point in time by way of one of the diamond drives, and, given the chance to digest as much as it can in that particular point in time...it can clear the path for greater understanding of what was at work to build this enemy.
It means this isn’t a single trip, but the springboard to a number of missions. It’s knowledge to be gained to make wiser choices for the here and now...and tomorrow and yesterday, perhaps. I can’t say what’s right, how much of a hand we should have in this world’s history.
At the least, we can paint for ourselves a better picture of the world we are all trapped in...and, maybe, glean some sense of what kind of impact we make on it, living as we do.
Should you wish to do this, I can give you what little information there is to work with. And that's something that can change and grow.
[immediately following this posting, a text transcription of this entire tl;dr is available to read. all responses by Blue will be VOICE
also, ooc sign-ups]
[a pause.]
For as long as we have endured this world, changed it or watched it change well beyond our control, the amount we do know is vastly smaller than what we don’t. Perhaps never will. So it is that our struggles are like...swiping in the dark, feeling out shapes and phantoms we can perceive as guesses at best. Or, maybe better...there are suggestions of light to trace out those shapes, but never enough to be certain. Only enough to strike.
The artificial intelligence we rescued has confirmed there is no exact point recorded for the origin of the United Earth’s ruling computer. It makes sense: History is written and told by those in power. The less we understand about it, so more is the advantage and threat it has against us. As it stands, we don’t know what dire impact we may have caused in altering the world to this state. We don't know how long days like these can last, what is in the works over there.
Regardless of what is chosen for our steps in the future, I believe it in everyone’s interest to know about this machine’s past. AI has offered the chance to piece together the missing history of the United Earth, should we wish it.
[another pause.]
The problem with this is the exact one it seeks to resolve: I can’t tell you what to expect.
The point of focus to start is the very day the United Earth is established, and the records of it are vague at best, pointedly pro-UE throughout. What may be waiting there could be dangerous or not at all.
It’s why this is something everyone should hear and understand. Something everyone can put a hand in, in some way. Powerful fighters, quick-thinking saboteurs, hackers, healers…
But going in all at once, as an army, may not be the best approach. A small number to survey, relay information, and signal reinforcements should there be a need...Which means a greater number waiting on standby for a potential call.
The AI itself can be carried to this point in time by way of one of the diamond drives, and, given the chance to digest as much as it can in that particular point in time...it can clear the path for greater understanding of what was at work to build this enemy.
It means this isn’t a single trip, but the springboard to a number of missions. It’s knowledge to be gained to make wiser choices for the here and now...and tomorrow and yesterday, perhaps. I can’t say what’s right, how much of a hand we should have in this world’s history.
At the least, we can paint for ourselves a better picture of the world we are all trapped in...and, maybe, glean some sense of what kind of impact we make on it, living as we do.
Should you wish to do this, I can give you what little information there is to work with. And that's something that can change and grow.
[immediately following this posting, a text transcription of this entire tl;dr is available to read. all responses by Blue will be VOICE
also, ooc sign-ups]
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Sounds interesting.
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[ She was able to, so she doesn't doubt in the others she's thought of bringing along. ]
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I can't make promises, but I'll consider it, Kate.
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And no promises are necessary. If our paths don't end up the same, at least we can talk about it afterward. I'd be interested in working with you.
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[ They stole a truck in Paris. ]
Nate, Collette, and another soldier, Lightning. Not too sure on Lightning yet, though. She can uses magic, but it all seems primarily offensive.
[ Which isn't necessarily a bad thing, but something to keep them protected is sorely needed. ]
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I don't know the rest. But I've contacted him and he's interested in working with you, at least.
As for my group, we're on the blunt force side of things. It's not ideal, but I could make it work. If needed, we could stagnate our missions, make sure mine goes first before you guys head in. Noh-Varr might be able to process data that the AI won't even dream of figuring out.
Magic-wise, there are a few people here who are good, but Loki's possibly the only one up to snuff. Problem is he's about as unsubtle as it goes, so I'm not sold on the idea yet. [There's a beat.] Plus, he's fourteen. [Cassie was fourteen, too, but Cassie could show a little more discretion.]
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I'm with you there. If potential teammates for the mission are running off on other missions, I'd rather wait until they've met those objectives before walking right into enemy territory.
God of mischief. Hard not to notice him.
[ She's never seen a god who was so pop culture savvy. ]
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She considers Kate's words.]
They can run separately. [Then she adds:] And then I could still work with you. [There's a mild bit of amusement in her voice.]
And yeah, that's him. The Sweater Gatherer, so to speak.
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I have to admit I'm flattered.
At least they're warm.
[ Yes, she got one. It's pretty hideous. ]
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Wait, you actually wore it?
[A beat.]
And if yes, did you take a selfie?
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[ And she's from 2010, so selfies aren't all the rage! ]
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That means you have a hard time saying no to kids, right?
[Hooray for smart phones having cameras on BOTH sides to endorse this pictorial revolution.]
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[ Kate has not always been kind to Dick or Kano. For a couple of months she passive aggressively ignored Collette for thinking she didn't take death seriously. ]
Lily's... special.
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I won't ask if you don't want to tell. It's hard to pretend not to be curious.
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Have you met her?
[ A beat. ]
She's got a collar on her neck.
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Does the collar have anything to do with her training?
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Bucky guessed that you were former military. If that's right, then it must hit home.
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Lily's just a kid. Kids should be allowed to be themselves.
[ She knows the reality is a lot aren't, but she can't help but say it anyway. ]
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[She'll stand by any choice, even if it seems strange. She stood by Cassie, after all. But she's inferred that things for Lily started much earlier.]
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She's a sweet girl. Least I can do is appreciate her gift, no matter how silly.
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[There's a beat.]
As for the mission, your mission, to get back off a cuddly track, I think Loki might be able to help us get out if we want someone. I also spoke to someone named Tempest. Her magic sounds similar to a friend of mine's, but less reality bending.
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