So I was wondering, what with all the zombies, rebelling, systems going down, infighting, arguing and the impending threat of...well, everything really...

[A pause.]

...does this mean no cookies next month?

[And now for something completely different.

For a small amount of people, such as Elaine, the mutiny itself didn't have much in the way of meaning, honestly. The hugest inconvenience was the darkness and inoperability of the doors, now that the network was back up. To her, this didn't seem like much more than a way to waste time -- even having a vague understanding of exactly why this is happening, she doesn't quite get it. Things will be fixed faster if everyone works together, she thinks. Get over yourselves, she thinks.

Which is why she technically sides with the Initiative, but there's not much she can do if she can barely see at the moment. So anyone pro-initiative might have gotten medical supplies or crappy space food, whatever, delivered. Even if you're a mutineer this might have happened. Lack of support for the cause doesn't necessarily mean she'll bother making a distinction, after all. It's not like she'll get permanently hurt.

Is what she thought, anyway. Wherever she is at the moment, her voice is flat as usual for anyone who knows her, but her breathing is slightly rough.]

-- Ah, there it goes...

I apologise for interrupting, as we certainly do appear to be in the midst of a rather serious situation, but this is somewhat urgent. If there is anyone in possession of both ice and any amount of leeches, then I would be quite appreciative!

I am uncertain what I may be able to give you in exchange, but I would be willing to work towards any compromise that you would prefer.

This place is extremely dull, isn't it? Would anyone like to participate in a game with me to pass some time?

Since I don't know most of you, I figured an introduction type of game would be alright. A simple question game, maybe? We can take turns asking each other yes or no questions about each other and every time someone gets a yes for a reply, they get a point. First person to reach ten points wins.

[Huey is scratching the side of his face lightly, looking embarrassed by what he just said.]

As you can see, I'm not . . . the most creative with games. Books are really more my thing. If you have any other suggestions, please let me know.

(ooc: as a note, this is an ic info gathering post and if you comment, there's a chance he will start looking up old posts/comments that your character might have made in the past for future reference and not necessarily for gaming purposes! basically, STALKING WARNING)

[When the video starts, the view shows Erika in good spirits. She's downright upbeat in fact and it makes her seem even younger than usual. It doesn't help that some cup noodles are visible and she keeps twirling her chopsticks playfully.]

Good evening, everyone! It's now October 4th, a very special day. I've decided to extend the celebration of this day to everyone here with a little party game. It is an elegant and intellectual game, though, so please don't try unless you have enough brain cells to participate.

[She claps her hands together.] I'll say the prize first for motivation: the winner gets to have me at their beck and call for fetch missions for the duration of our stay on the moon. Trust me when I say I'll be able to quickly acquire any items you want.

Now for the game! It's a murder mystery of your design! This is perfect in light of the fact that no one can be revived now, isn't it? A true murder mystery is finally a possibility.

There are a few guidelines. One, you must use the moonbase as your setting. Two, it should be designed with the intention that you, the 'culprit', escape. Of course it must also be solvable so like any good mystery, the culprit won't get away.

Anyone who follows Knox's Decalogue gets extra points! Closed room murders get extra as well. I'm the sole judge, though I may ask Christopher to help me decide. Keep his tastes in mind as well.

Be creative! After all, this is just hypothetical, right? Surely there must be multiple ways to murder someone here, don't you think?

Feel free to add to each other's ideas. At least for this, I'll allow multiple culprits. It's only fair on this day. Well then, good luck everyone!

[She giggles before shutting off the video.]

[He smiles a bit, sitting back from the screen for a moment.]

So, it seems that we'll be leaving this place. Some of you seem...upset.

Not I! I am quite pleased to be rid of this place. But if it bothers you that much, I, the great GENIUS Dist the Rose, propose this:

Given the right materials, I could begin making replicas. In fact, I could even replicate the entire island. If we bring one Exile with us, I could make many more from them. You see? It matters not if I make a hundred or a hundred thousand! We could simply repopulate the island!

[He folds his hands in his lap, pleased.]

It's a simple solution, directly from the mind of a genius. You may thank me now.