[Private to Val, Loki and Sif]

How go the arrangements for the move? I am almost done culling my things.

Our people, I see, are busy with their own packing; however, I know most of them are eager (if not all) to be in their new homes. Are we able to start accommodating that now?

There's been a subtle shift of metaphysical energy within the dimensional rift. Anyone who is psychically sensitive or manipulates energy has likely felt a little off.

It's not at a dangerous level, but I can see someone's already had a dream. I think we can expect this to happen over the coming nights.

In the meantime, it's being monitored by myself and Wong for any abrupt changes.

I'm afraid there is some troubling news about our building project, brother. It might be better if the Valkyrie and I relay it to you. Preferably in person.

[Loki]
You told me to text you if you were gone when I woke up. Well... I've woken up three times and you're still gone so... here I am, texting you as you wished.

[Thor]
I would just like to report I still have not murdered Agatha, I hope you are proud of this.

[Bruce]
Loki told me you were here. I wasn't sure if you were prepared for a lot of attention, I know how overwhelming it can be when you first arrive. But I'm glad you're here, my friend.

[Tony]
Congrats on your small human. I do not know what to bring as a gift besides a weapon which I doubt you or Pepper would approve of. I can provide you with a pillow made from the softest feathers in all existence. My steed would be happy to provide if that would be something you are interested in.

[Posted very late on Friday]

[Public]
I'm in the hospital. I'm fine but I'm fighting an infection. They just woke me up to take my vitals. The doctors want to monitor me to make sure it passes. Also, my blood count wa low so I had a transfusion. Turns out you need to blood for things like fighting infection and carrying oxygen for breathing. I'll be here another 4 or 5 days probably.

[Private to Loki]
I need to talk to you.

> Good news, brother. The soul forge is finished and herbs were gathered.
> Eir has calibrated the forge and we've worked on brewing the most used potions.
> Apologies for being belated informing you? I imbibed overly much last eve.

( This post is rated for serious medical issues )

[Loki]
I think there is another mouse in my room. I'm not upset by it, I just thought you might like to know. Dain made the discovery when I went looking for one of my wrist guards.

[Thor]
Loki and I have recently been watching many episodes of the Bar Rescue and I did not realize Midgard had so many ridiculous variations of alcohol.

[Jane]
I'm sorry I have not reached out before now. I am, as you may be aware, not one for outwardly displays of emotion and find myself at a loss for proper words of comfort the majority of the time. But you are in my thoughts and I hope you know that if there is anything you could possibly need, I am at your disposal. All you need do is ask.

I have been described as a Pikachu. What are all these Midgardian words and why do people insist on using them? I continue to be confused although I feel it was meant as an endearment. The picture I was shown was a small yellow creature with bright red cheeks, twinkling eyes and a storage of electricity.

Today, I am happy and grateful for everything that has been provided to me and mine. I do not often spout platitudes, and yet I have found myself feeling overwhelmed with pleasant thoughts.

You all have a part in that, especially that of Jane.

Thank you all. I am honoured to call you all friends.

[Message to Thor, Loki, and Valkyrie]

Is there a reason why half the Asgardians I see in the hallways have started calling me Lady Doctor?

I am Gamora. Is this the reference board where I inquire about how to fit in on this miserable little planet?


( private message to loki )

Okay, I can't believe this hasn't happened yet BUT legit -- what's the resolutions here? Who has any that are interesting?

I mean, mine are crazy simple.

1) Find Atlantis
2) Eat 50 different types of cheeses
3) Learn Klingon.

See? Easy.

[Various texts, backdated to Sunday]

[Loki]
I don't know if holidays are your thing but you're welcome to over to my place for Thanksgiving as long as you can get along with Darcy. If you can't I'll pitch you off the balcony.

[Valkyrie]]
I don't know if anyone has explained Thanksgiving but it's pretty much a holiday where we express our gratitude for all we have by eating until we can't move. You're welcome to come over Thursday for the holiday at my place.

[Thor]
Stop for pie on your way back from Norway.

It's 42 degrees outside... Which means it's officially winter! Which means Thanksgiving feast, pumpkin spice everything, snow, warm sweaters, snow, cuddles by the fireplace, Xmas trees, snow... snow... snow!!!

Did I mention snow? Who else is excited! I personally love the cold!

Also, I wanted to thank everyone for coming out to Jane's birthday it was a huge success!

Loki

I'm not sure if you'll get this but thanks again for helping me, again.

[private to Darcy]

Hope everything's good to go. We're on the way.


[open to the entire network]

Pack up and get ready to ship out for Wakanda. Some cloaked quinjets will be leaving at 10:30 PM from the landing pad at the tippy top of Stark Industries.

Unless you're Star-lord and you have your own ship. In which case? Whatever, you snob.

> I suppose you have seen the message upon the network by now.
> Busy or do you have time to gloat?

[Romanoff, Barton, Thor, Loki]

Ok so I guess we're heading for the final act. Sure could use some help staging munitions and weapons for bug out to Wakanda.

People on Vanaheim are gone. I am returning with our Valkyrie, brother. I will send her to you and your Jane to protect you both.

I see the Captain has issued a command to meet at Stark's residence. I am gathering it is for everyone.

If you have need of me to open a path there, please let me know.

Please answer if you are alive.

I told you that we should stick together. I warned you that divided, we lose. But you had to do it your own way. Now people are dead. People we love. Just like the dreams warned us. Maybe you’ll listen to me now.

NO ONE SEPARATES FROM THE GROUP!

Those of us that are left, we stick together. And I mean all of us. We gather at Tony’s. Now. Tony, I’m sorry I’m volunteering your place without asking you first, but it’s the largest and best defended. We’ll decide what to do and where to go from there. Together.

From here on out…Guardians, SHIELD, whatever….we are all Avengers!

HELP! THEY LOCKED ME IN A STORAGE CLOSET!!!

People...people are turning into ash......not again, not again. not again

[Message to Thor, Darcy, Loki, Tony, Pepper, Hope, Scott, Steve, and Bucky]

Hi. I know this is last minute but a lot has been happening and I didn't know if I should do anything. But if you're free, I'd love to have you over for dinner tomorrow, on Sunday, to celebrate my birthday.

I'm Loki and I do what I want

(1) I still do not understand why you are in your room, and not participating in this movie watching activity.

(2) I am not carrying her upstairs. ( I can't trust she no longer has access to a taser )

ooc: during movie night, but easier for me to post right now ;)

Who: Darcy, Loki
What: multiple texts during Loki's week-long outing.
When: backdated! Aug 6 through 11
Rating: yellow, language

(Textholder)

I need French vanilla.... the original kind, from actual Paris... Ugh!!

You do know, don't you?

I saw it

To a feast at my home. I believe you have all been there at one time or another, but if you require directions, my brother would be more than happy to provide them.

Tomorrow eve.

The more the merrier.

We are all deserving of some light hearted merriment amongst friends.


ooc: This will be fixed date event, so the open thread will be available for the whole month. let's have some fun before the world comes crashing down again :) also, easy AC ;) And if you haven't met Thor, he doesn't care! He likes everyone :D

Right, so you all seem to know each other which is cool. I don't know any of you so since I'm a friendly kind of guy, let's fix that.

...and if Tony boss is reading this (or his terrifying fiancée), it's break! I'm on break! I can have breaks!


( 50 random questions )

Attn: Loki

I tried texting you, but you blocked me so.. I'm emailing you.

So... after taking a day to internally have a melt down. Figured I'd reach out.

1. Sorry for freaking out.

2. Sorry for accusing you of turning people to dust, you can't really blame me for thinking it.

3. I'm sorry your Darcy was replaced with me.

4. .... Are you okay?

5. Please don't ignore this.

*from outside Loki's bedroom door, a note slides under, written in runes*

Brother, do you desire to destroy something with me?

I wished you to know that I spoke with my mother. She suggested asking Stephen Strange. Perhaps he might know a spell outside of our sphere of magic, or an adept who will not vicariously learn such information while removing it from your memories.

I am sorry.

I'm not feeling so good, so I'm staying in bed today. If anyone needs me make sure it's an emergency please.

You know you've had a good 4th July when you wake up the next morning and you've got a banging headache and little recall of what happened the night before.

And who doesn't love fireworks?

There is a certain Captain who is having his 100th birthday in four days! This is deserving of a celebration with fireworks, barbecue, cornhole, the works! I realize that this is pretty last minute, and I even questioned if I could pull something together this close to the event. Turns out that yes. Yes I can! So ( YOU ARE INVITED! )

I have finally learned to work this contraption without guidance, so I felt it was beyond time to introduce myself. I am Frigga, the former Queen of Asgard. Thus far I am thoroughly enjoying my stay here. These frocks are quite...freeing. Midgardian women have such marvelous choices for clothing.

What would make my being here so much better would be to see my son and other Asgardians. Pray tell. Has anyone seen Thor?

Valkyrie has taken her leave of us. I wove a spell to find her and alas, she is no longer here among us.

[private to Gamora]

I would speak with you, if you have the time and willingness to do so.

You'd think with everything that's been going on people would disengage from their cell phones long enough to realise that traffic moves when the light's green and, subsequently, people on the sidewalk stop so that they don't get hit.

Flying sharks not enough to make people pay attention to their surroundings? As long as we don't have another alien invasion, I'm betting human stupidity is what's going to end up wiping most of the people off this planet.

[Private: Fury]
Any more news on the secret SHIELD you're building?

[Peter Parker]

I apologise for the lateness of this enquiry, I was otherwise preoccupied with Hulk Sitting as Thor called it - have you recovered from your injury?

[Public]

Is it common for Midgardians to scribble numbers on the side of coffee cups?

( This is the Blue Horsehead Nebula in infared light )

[Sif, Valkyrie]
I was able to pick up my Asgardian dress and bring it to New York. Do either of you want it?

[Thor]
I picked up my dress from Asgard when I got my lab equipment. I've offered it to Sif and Valkyrie but if they're not interested, do you want it? Hang onto it for when you're reunited with your people and give someone a piece of home?

Have you met The Man In The Cape? Are you Recently Deceased but now find yourself alive and well again? Are you Not Who/What/Where You Thought You Were? In the inimitable words of one John McClain, "Welcome to the party, pal!"

Specifically MY party. It's the This Is Not My Beautiful House Party. First in a series. There will be food, drink, Drink (if you know what I mean--but not for you, Spider-Man), and hopefully lots of people to socialize with.

If you're on this network, you're invited. Be there, or be square. Aloha.

[Sam's address]
[Date]
[Time] (flexible) If you show up early, you help set up. Show up late? Help clean up.

I found myself in New York. Pretty much literally.

[Tony Stark, Shuri]
Hi. Dr. Strange said one of might have a lab I could work out of? And I don't suppose that lab space might come with access to a radio telescope?

[Text to Ellen]
Hi, this is Gamora. Have you found anything new about the fight club? Things appear to be quiet for now, but yours was really a good idea and I'd like to follow up on it. Just letting you know if you're still in, I'm still in.

[Text to Loki]
Loki I am so sorry to only message now but I heard about your friend, is she alright? And you and Darcy? I was at the site, helping with the debris and things so I saw you from afar but couldn't even say hi. And I've been working strange hours at Stark's. Still, it's no excuse, I'm sorry.

[Text to Bruce]
> How are you faring, Banner?

[Text to Sif]
> After all that time indoors I would like to stretch my legs
> Would you care to join me?

[Text to Loki]
> Are you well?
> The Lady Sif and I may be heading out. Would you like some more pop tarts?

[Text to Val]
> Are you feeling better?
> Once you are fully recovered, we will be prepared to wipe out the manufacturer of these weapons. I have secured the first charge.

[Text to Captain Rogers]
> Do you have news?