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Tweak says, "I see you"

Data (nfn_nmi_data) wrote in seasidecafe,
@ 2008-12-04 15:06:00

Current mood:	hopeful
Entry tags:	presents

Data: Presents
Data understands giving and receiving presents. Many, many cultures observe a similar practice. "That is a very nice thought. If it is not any trouble, I would like to request an ambient metaphasic impulse conduit. That, or a quantum duodynetic plasma scanner. Either one would be welcome." He pauses. "I realize that these may be difficult for you to come by here, so perhaps I should just ask for a cat. I miss Spot."

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	the_luggage 2008-12-06 07:16 am UTC (link)
	The luggage sashay's up to Data, glad to be of help. hear yu iz metal man (Reply to this) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-06 04:20 pm UTC (link)
	"Thank you." Data lifts the apparatus out of the box. "And my name is Data." He examines the thing carefully, turning it over in his hands. "I'm sorry," he says, setting it down on a nearby table. "I do not recognize this device." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-06 05:45 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage 'looks' at Data for a moment. Daytuh lyk andee (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-06 07:44 pm UTC (link)
	"I do not know Andy," Data says, taking the paper from the box. "But that is a proper name as Data is mine." "Can you tell me where you got this?" He lays his hand on the piece of machinery the luggage gave him. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-07 08:05 am UTC (link)
	Daytuh My notte no jst gotte fro yu magik (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-07 10:37 am UTC (link)
	"Intriguing," Data observes, taking the paper. "I am sorry I cannot use the device you have given me. Would you be willing to undergo some tests? I am most interested in finding out more about you and your magic." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-07 05:54 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage pats Data's foot. Okee daytuh Noe tsts The luggage scurries under a table and clack his lid at Data. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-08 07:58 am UTC (link)
	"I would still like to keep it. There is always the possibility that I will discover a use for it." Data is taken aback by the boxes reaction. "Very well. I will not perform any tests. I will continue to observe you however." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-08 05:52 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage 'peeks' round a chair and slips a piece of paper toward Data. Prmse noe tsts (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-08 06:09 pm UTC (link)
	Data stoops to pick up the paper. "You have my word as a Starfleet officer that I shall not perform any tests on you without your permission," he says solemnly. "May I ask you questions?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-08 07:07 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage has no idea what 'Starfleet' might be, but it sounds good enough for him. Besides, he can always get rid of Data if he has to. He edges out from under the table. kestons okee daytuh (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-08 08:51 pm UTC (link)
	Data kneels on the floor in front of the luggage. "Can you tell me where you came from?" He leans very close to the luggage, studying the wood the box is made of. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-09 06:57 am UTC (link)
	The luggage takes a step back, so he won't hit Data when he opens. my cme form dysk (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-09 06:39 pm UTC (link)
	"Disk?" Data asks, leaning in to examine the luggage more closely. "Can you be more specific?" He knows that many peoples merely call their planets 'Earth' or something similar. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-09 06:56 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage scratches one foot with another. He has no idea what Data is talking about. My notte no dysk iz dysk (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-09 08:47 pm UTC (link)
	Perhaps it is because the creature has no eyes that it has no frame of reference for his question. He holds out his hand. "May I touch you?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-10 07:21 am UTC (link)
	The luggage hesitates. Other people have touched him of course, but not ones who want to do tests. But Data has given his word and the luggage can 'disappear' him if he wasn't telling the truth. Cna tuch Daytuh He takes a step forward. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-10 07:39 pm UTC (link)
	"Thank you," Data says gravely. He reaches out and begins running his fingers along the top of the chest. "Intriguing," he comments. "Do you know what kind of wood you are made of?" (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-11 06:39 am UTC (link)
	The luggage wriggles when Data touches him. Tht tikuls Daytuh He tries to back away, bumps into a chair and knocks it over. Ops sorree (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

nfn_nmi_data
2008-12-11 06:01 pm UTC (link)

"I do apologize." Data gets to his feet and rights the chair the luggage has knocked over. "The wood of which you are constructed does not match anything in my memory-banks." Data tilts his head. "How is it that you are ticklish? You have no nerve endings that would respond to stimuli. And how are you able to see where you are? What types of sense organs do you possess?"

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	the_luggage 2008-12-12 07:03 am UTC (link)
	The luggage merely 'stares' at Data helplessly. He has no idea how he does anything and he can't possibly answer his questions. He scratches a foot with another foot. my notte no daytuh He feels terrible that he can't be any more help. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-12 06:09 pm UTC (link)
	Data is blocked but not beaten. "I apologize if I have caused you distress with my interrogations. That was not my intention. There is nothing unusual about not knowing the source of ones abilities. It will make observing you all the more rewarding." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-12 09:01 pm UTC (link)
	The luggage pats Data on the foot. Iz okee Daytuh ths iz fore yu Hape crizmuz (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-13 09:36 am UTC (link)
	"Thank you," Data says, taking the triangle from the luggage. "And greeting of the season to you as well. I do not have a gift for you. An exchange is customary, I believe." He stares at the box. What do you give a sentient chest as a present? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	the_luggage 2008-12-13 06:37 pm UTC (link)
	my lyk giv presunts notte neede aynthnig bai bai Daytuh The luggage waves a foot at Data and scurries over to a wall, where he vanishes in the customary flash of light. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-13 08:41 pm UTC (link)
	Data stares at the wall the luggage has just vanished through. He slowly walks over and runs his hand along it. It seems solid. He raps sharply on it and tilts his head to listen. "Most intriguing," he comments softly. "I have never seen anything like it in my life." (Reply to this) (Parent)

merlinus
2008-12-06 08:52 pm UTC (link)

Merlin's gaze is glued to the conversation between the walking sea chest and the pale looking man. He didn't understand half of what the man said.

For a brief moment, he entertains the thought of spelling himself into a cat. Probably not a smart move.

"Excuse me, what exactly is a ambient metaphasic impulse, uh, duoplasma? Scanner?" He clears his throat. "Is it anything to do with the magic of electricity?

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nfn_nmi_data
2008-12-07 10:34 am UTC (link)

"Ambient metaphasic impulse conduit," Data gently corrects him. "It is a conduit, a channel, through which impulse power can be directed at a very precise rate. I had thought to use it to augment the subspace communications relay in my shuttle. The quantum duodynetic plasma scanner is used to detect anomalies in the coronas of stars. Neither utilizes electricity. Do you know where I might locate either one?" He cocks his head. "I do not believe we have met." He extends a hand. "My name is Data."

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merlinus
2008-12-08 07:55 pm UTC (link)

Merlin shakes himself...he is being rude, staring like that. He takes the proffered hand, frowns though as he looks into Data's eyes. They are golden yellow, much as his own were...

When he cast a spell.

The hand is cold, but Merlin tries to not show his surprise. "Thank you for the explanation." He scratches his head. "I'm sorry though, I don't know anything about what you are seeking." Even if he knew, he could not conjur it for his new acquaintance.

"I might be able to help you with the cat though. I'm Merlin. I just arrived here. Today." He smiles a bit shyly. "Have you been here long?"

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nfn_nmi_data
2008-12-08 08:48 pm UTC (link)

Data tilts his head. He's used to being stared at. "You are welcome," he says. "I am always happy to impart information. But I believe my wants are beyond the technological capabilities of this time."

"It is a pleasure to meet you Merlin." Data makes no comment about the name. "That would be very kind of you. Do you have a cat?" He doesn't hesitate. "I have been here 12 days, 1 hour and 52 minutes." He doesn't mention the seconds. "Where did you come from?"

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merlinus
2008-12-08 09:31 pm UTC (link)

Gaius would have my head for being so daft. "Sorry. I just have not met..." He grimaces. "Have you met the Doctor? He might be able to help. He travels around a great deal."

He blinks at the rush of words though the words are by no means rushed at all. "No, I don't have a cat, sorry. Except for the barn cats I suppose, the mousers. I'm from Camelot, actually. The Doctor says it is many years in the future, but won't tell me anything else."

He frowns, puzzled. "How did you get here though? I just...appeared here." Like magic.

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nfn_nmi_data
2008-12-09 07:09 am UTC (link)

"I have seen Doctor McCoy," Data tells him. "I had met him previously. But I have not met anyone called 'the Doctor'. May I trouble you for an introduction?"

"Camelot? I do not know of any planet or settlement called Camelot. But if you are from the future that is not surprising. Would you tell me about it? Is it in the Gamma Quadrant?"

"I was en route to my ship when I encountered a wormhole. Unable to avoid being pulled in, I was transported to this place and time." Data blinks. "Magic?" he asks.

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	just_thedoctor 2008-12-28 10:22 am UTC (link)
	wanders over Data, waves Hello! I don't think we've had the chance to meet yet, I'm the Doctor. he continues on swiftly I couldn't help noticing -- those were some pretty high-tech gifts you were asking for. Well, other than the cat... grins Anyway, I wondered where -- or when -- you were from? (Reply to this) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-28 07:51 pm UTC (link)
	"How do you do?" Data extends a hand. "My name is Data." He tilts his head. "Are they? They are not overly technical to me. I am from the Omicron Theta system originally. The year was 2368 when I left." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	just_thedoctor 2008-12-29 09:29 am UTC (link)
	takes the offered hand and shakes it Nice to meet you Data! nods, quiet Ahhh. 2368. Well, that explains it. You're from a more advanced time then when we are now... brow furrows a bit Though I'm afraid I'm not entirely familiar with that technology... Which is odd -- I tend to be good with tech... stuff... Anyway! Could you tell me what they do? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

nfn_nmi_data
2008-12-29 06:51 pm UTC (link)

"And you as well," Data tells him. "That would appear to be the case," he agrees.

"Certainly. An ambient metaphasic impulse conduit is a conduit through which impulse power can be directed at a very precise rate. The quantum duodynetic plasma scanner is used to detect anomalies in the coronas of stars." He blinks. "You are familiar with such devices Doctor? If so, I would very much like to make use of them if you have them available."

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	just_thedoctor 2008-12-30 10:41 pm UTC (link)
	nods Indeed it would. listens intently, nodding, brow still slightly furrowed Hmm... pauses a moment lost in thought Interesting... swiftly I don't believe I have those exact devices available... But, well, would you be able to build them if you had the proper parts to do so? (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2008-12-31 04:20 pm UTC (link)
	Data frowns slightly. "I could, yes. But since the parts to construct them are no more available in this time than the devices themselves, it is a moot point Doctor." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	just_thedoctor 2009-01-01 12:21 pm UTC (link)
	small smile grows across his face Well, it just so happens, that I'm not from this time either. And, it also just so happens, I've got a space-ship-time-machine with lots of spare parts. Lots of spare parts... shrugs, smiles So I might be able to help you out. If you're interested. (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

	nfn_nmi_data 2009-01-01 04:38 pm UTC (link)
	Data blinks. "May I ask what time you are from Doctor?" "I am of course quite interested," Data tells him. "I would very much like to see your ship. And the spare parts." (Reply to this) (Parent) (Thread)

just_thedoctor
2009-01-04 10:05 am UTC (link)

My time?
*shrugs, vaguely*
Sort of all over... I suppose I am from a long-ago time, but I've traveled to the far-distant future as well. *grins* And around and around. It's good fun.

*delighted*
Brilliant! You'll have to stop by after the meeting then! It's parked by Hol... *smile fades* Well... My house, now. It's parked by my house. *shakes his head* Long story.

*takes a deep breath, brightening again*
I could just show you the way if you'd like?

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nfn_nmi_data
2009-01-05 04:39 pm UTC (link)

"Of course," Data says gravely. He may not be human, but he recognizes a dodge when he hears one. He can wait. He's very good at waiting.

"You have your ship parked by a house? It must be quite small then. A shuttle perhaps? My shuttle is in the sea."

"That would be acceptable Doctor. If I am not interrupting any other plans you might have had." Geordi would be proud of him for remembering to say that.

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