[MOMO was up early that morning, shopping for a costume. She knew they weren't required, but what was the fun in that? Plus, while she had considered wearing her Halloween costume again, she still felt a little bit like that was cheating, so she wanted to find something new.]

Good morning, inmates. It is the 100th day of the third generation, an event worthy of congratulations. Costumes are not mandatory, should inmates wish to come as they are, and the celebration ball itself will be held late afternoon in Sector 4. Please avoid the remote units at work close to the Training Hall area in Sector 6, and I would remind inmates that offenders of serious property damage will face more severe restrictions imposed upon them.

Also for the entirety of today-- including during the party-- there will be no alcohol available to inmates, due to the attempt made by inmate Tyki Mikk and Prince Ling Yao to produce their own alcohol against regulations. A number of inmates have had a blatant disregard for rules recently, so I have decided to begin extending the consequences beyond those immediately responsible. I hope this will serve as a deterrent against undesirable behavior.

[There is a view of a room that looks nearly void of signs of life contained within it. There is a trench coat hanging on one of the walls. If your eyes are extremely sharp you might notice a small pile of adult magazines collecting dust in the corner. Mint condition. Never been opened. Thanks Kaien.

The fact that he feels this is necessary is something that irritates him, but with the arrival these past couple of weeks of new vampires and their obvious disregard for the other inhabitants of the facility, it needs to be done. It doesn't seem like anyone else is going to take the initiative, so it's up to Zero to be the one to do it.

Zero comes into view, sitting on the edge of the bed, expression calm. Yes, he takes this all very seriously. Prepare yourselves, all. This is probably the most any of you have heard come out of his mouth at once.]

Since there is apparently going to be a costume party being held tonight in celebration of the hundredth day, I thought I would take some time to go over some issues happening within the facility lately. This is a matter of safety, so I would prefer if everyone just take a few moments to stop whatever they are doing to listen before going on with your daily lives.

There are nearly a dozen different vampires here in Marina and just about as many worlds that they come from. They are literally beasts in human form and it's likely that each of you know at least one or more and interact with them daily, often not even realizing they are a vampire.

Events such as these, especially costume parties, add another level of anonymity to their lives.

If you find yourself bitten by a vampire, please contact myself or another member of the defense force that is in attendance immediately. This is something that should be done even if you have agreed to be a donor for them and anywhere or anytime within the facility. Each vampire comes from a world a little different and the very act of being bitten can have life changing consequences for anyone who is a victim to their fangs. Some worlds all it takes to change you into a vampire is for them to get their fangs into you. Other worlds it requires you to ingest their blood. Some vampires don't have that power at all.

Before offering yourself to any of them, please research what this commitment will mean for you. If you have questions, comments or just want to discuss options, there are people knowledgeable in the subject within the defense force. Utilize them before doing anything rash. This is never something that should done without research prior.

Any questions?

[Hiling stands before a table in the pizza parlor while a robot delivers an assortment of pizzas, breadsticks, and appetizers. She looks it over with approval before turning to the screen.]

Who's hungry? I've got plenty to go around. I hope some of you can take a break from costume shopping long enough to come celebrate with us. [She pulls Revive into the shot.] You see, Revive and I are very excited to announce our acceptance into the Defense Force! Members that want to meet the new recruits or anyone who wants to stop by are all welcome!

[ hear the rustle of paper, and an amused voice ]

So, no sex and no booze. Gotta entertain ourselves somehow...

Anybody got a favorite historical period?

[ yes, he just asked that. ]

Hey, Roxas. I'm draggin' you to that party going on later.

[The feed clicks on to show Axel hanging out in a little shop. After snickering off screen and setting the communicator a fair distance away, he finally holds this up.]

Even got you an outfit.

[Pffffftttt--

Anyone that wants to punch him in the gut or, you know, just chat, can come by and find him!]

[Plans had been made for a get-together long ago, but various things had popped up here and there, and it was quite a few days later before Fai found himself in front of Ashura's door. It was the day of costume ball, but there was still plenty of time to prepare for that.

Knock knock, Ashura.]

Looks like the training hall's busy today. Does anyone know of a good place for meditation? [ because home is not quiet enough ] And Minako, I'm not going to the ball, so don't even think about finding me something to wear.

[ sooner or later she'll come across that beautiful waterfall in sector four, but for now she's wandering and making idle conversation. ]

[It's uncomfortable and ever frustrating, that familiar unease that tenses fingers, white upon knuckles stretched, clenching into the edge of a blue coat. Yet small feet press forward regardless, internal struggle outwardly suppressed for all intents a purposes, with the exception of a small bead of sweat trickling down a pretty & pale cheek, brushed a faint shade of pink with the lingering remnants of cool air still within the dome.

A glance to her side and Yuuki smiles in a bit of relief, some of the tension dissipating visibly from her body with a small upturning of her lips.]

Well, I guess technically there isn't anything I should worry about. After all according to your grumpy rescuer you're the most threatening animal in the dome.

[Looking at the bunny (Busa-kun as she's fondly named him) floppy ears dangling and nose wiggling as he glances up at her from within her bag, currently strapped across her chest, she laughs before reaching down to gently brush fingers across his nose. His fangs are barely visible except when looking at him from the side. It's one of the cuter and more enduring features of him, she thinks.]

We're almost there. I'm sure May will play with you, I know it has to get boring, being locked up in the manor all the time.

[Sentiments she understands all too well, though left unspoken to her fuzzier friend. A dozen other thoughts weigh thick & heavy on her mind. Most recently her current conversation with Zero across the network in addition to current events involving friends and unfortunate circumstances. Perhaps it's because of those things that she's out, now, a second bag also dangling at her hips. It's contents are carefully tucked in side, though 'purchased' for lack of a better word, the day before while out with Ciel. Something lighter, less harsh & depressing for everyone to partake in. She's looking forward to it herself, while hoping to keep an eye on things too.

Of course she knows not everyone shares the same idea of fun as herself though, and there are others, yet, who prefer locking themselves inside and being, in general, antisocial. She gives a small huff. Well, at the very least, even a hermit needs to get out sometimes. If she has anything to do with it, there will be another in attendance to the big event. Nearing Kamui's, she gives a small knock to the door once arriving, his scent thick in the air as she waits patiently.]