Emillion Communications Network

We have all endured a great deal of difficulties, and worked very hard over the past week for that I thank each and every one of you.

At this time, I would like to take a moment to offer a bit of respite for those who may be in need of such, or the mind to partake in form of a simple game. It will not be much, for that I fully admit, and certainly we should work to give you all better reward but for now, I believe simple may be best.

The name of the game is: Would you rather?

The rules are simple, pose two questions to a person of your choice who chimes in upon this post. They then will respond with third preened out of the two options presented, in some way or another of their choice of course.

As an example, I will pose to the first person to respond: Would you rather sail upon the seas on a ship, or fly upon the skies in an airship?

Went to the orphanage to see if I could do anything but apparently the fucking orphanage was reduced to rubble too.

[RIVALEN]

I need a place to stay.

[ASPEL]

Why did you keep it a secret? The Dark.

This is likely common knowledge at this point, but if anyone is in need of healing or supplies, the Grande Cathedral has opened its doors to the public and will remain so for the foreseeable future. If someone you know is in need of a warm meal, clothing, or a safe space to sleep, please send them in the direction of the Cathedral.

Additionally, a small section of the Necrohol has been damaged by this weekend's events. Any available Holy Knights or users of holy magic are requested to do some patrol if at all possible.

[Silver Blades]
Personal matters first: I am very proud to have worked beside each of you during so difficult a time. This weekend you each proved yourselves to be unshakable and strong. Well done.

Business next: First, it is on the order of the Hauptmann that we all spend the next two days resting. I have been given specific instruction to ensure that the lot of you sleep, even if it means I must sit beside you and watch you do so. I will be very unhappy if I have to sit by any bedsides. As far as I can tell, the dormitories are still in order. If any of you have personal matters, see to them and then heal, sleep, and eat. We've plenty of work to pick up on once we've taken our time.

Second, no one is to publicly speak ill of the Mages Guild. I do not want to see any badmouthing from any of you on devices or hear about anything you've said.

Please address questions to the Korporal or the Hauptmann for the first half of the morning. I've something to see to. I will be back as quickly as I can.

ooc: though it is not being announced, the MG Council will be giving up a fraction of their salary until such a time as reconstruction efforts are complete, and said reconstruction efforts are taking part as specified in the mod post, and below.

To all citizens of Emillion,

This is a message from Emillion’s Mages’ Guild: a message of apology which we hope will at least be considered, if not accepted, by those reading it on this day. Our words can only convey so much, and there is a grief for which not even the most skilled Orator’s words could speak, which can only be mended by the respect for what was lost in every action; perhaps not even then. And yet, there are words that cannot go unsaid.

The tragedy that recently befell the city has torn the districts asunder, and though it will take time, buildings and property can be restored to their original conditions. Hume losses are far more difficult to recover from. Not even the most skilled of our healers could bring the deceased back, or mend their loved ones’ suffering. The Mages’ Guild would like to offer our most heartfelt apologies to every citizen reading this, and every victim that could not be saved, and our most sincere thanks to those who gave their lives to ensure others could live. Your sacrifice shall be honored, and remembered.

It is with a heavy heart that we are conveying this message, for the part played by our Guild in this tragedy cannot be ignored. At this time, we cannot be sure what led our former Guildmaster, the lady Vivian Xi, to embark on such a destructive rampage and not only forsake her duty, shared by us all, to keep the city safe, but furthermore turn against it and its citizens. However, an investigation of the events leading up to the tragedy, as well as the monster that accompanied her, is currently being carried out by our Guild, in order to ensure that this tragedy may never be repeated again.

Rebuilding efforts are currently underway, and will have the full support of our Guild. Furthermore, those who require healing may be treated by our white mages at clinics free of charge, and the cost of crystal transport between the districts for the general public will also be assumed by our Guild. These measures are nowhere near enough to compensate for the damage that was done, but we hope to atone for the recent tragedy by ensuring that Emillion can be rebuilt twice as strong as before. This is where our duty lies, and we will see to it that it is fulfilled, to the best of our ability.

Any persons in need of assistance at this time are welcome to come to our Guild; we will attempt to help in whichever way we can.

Sincerely,

Toku Matsudaira
Mages’ Guild Council

Weren't the fireworks lovely? I find myself far too awake to settle down for the night, and with nowhere to go. Suggestions? There must be dozens of options.

Anyone who dares remind me I have a performance tomorrow will be ignored, fair warning.

[Kiernan]

Darling, I've a proposition for you.

I'm very much looking forward to the Founders' Festival. While I will be busy at the clinic, it should be lovely. Will there be fireworks this year?

[ JULIETTE. ]
I wish you the best of luck for your exam, Juliette. You will do wonderfully.

[ ARACELI. ]
Do you perhaps have time this week to sit down with me to discuss something?

[ PEONY. ]
May I come by sometime this week to see you and Quiz? If you are not terribly busy.

[ TLISA. ]
Now that the weather is warmer, shall we resume our kitten dates? I finally purchased a name collar for Dinah.

[ FRIENDS. ]
How are you all? I apologize for having less time these days.

[ CORMAC. ]
I've narrowed down perspective housekeepers to four, if you would like to meet them, unless you would prefer not to.

I turn 26 tomorrow. If I feel old, Wolfe, you must feel like over a hundred. I'm probably doing a drinking thing if anyone wants to come by. Spoony Bard at 7 or something.

Now for my deed as a good daughter: flower orders, individual cut flowers and bouquets at Dahlia's will be priced down for the Founders' Festival if you're in, you know, a flowery mood.

[ FRIENDS. ]
Anjou after the Founders Festival sounds more reasonable, right? I haven't been to the markets in fucking ages. Not for long, like a couple days.*

[ ooc: *to return before the game plot!! ]

how lovely is the return of spring, and hope!
& most of all ofc the founders festival,
gem of my generous heart.

please come and view this year's opening parade!
promised already have i not to become (the most outrageous!) spectacle yet.

and have you all plans set yet for the technology expo?
to see the marvelous machinations of our machinists?

or have you bought your tickets for the founders play?
no compliments left ungiven toward my dear thespian brothers/sisters,
& trust well that the rozenkatz box will not go unfilled.

my dance card at the ball is filling quickly,
but worry not those aspiring numbers who seek me out,
for my appearance at the sackheim is guaranteed—
and shall endure well & long into the final eve.

good blessings to you all, my friends!

Does the guild have any traditions for this Founders' Festival?

[ALMALEXIA]
do you have plans for the festival? perhaps we can get some time away from the monastery and explore. fresh air, new sights.

and there might be someone i have for you to meet.

[WOLFE]
this is your first founders festival in a while, yes? is there anything special you want to do?

[...] i have a question for you.

What the fuck is the Founders' Festival? It's creating extra work

[ Aspel ]
Signing up for the exhibition?

[ Araceli ]
He
Are you
Things going okay?

[ Wolfe ]
Remind me that murderous rampages are frowned upon.

[ Pyr ]
Make you a deal.

[ Peony ]
Do you have
How're things?

Already we hear so much excitement for this festival, and I shall, undoubtedly, anticipate my own appearance as well. Most humbly so, and yet.

What think we of the anniversary of our fair city's founding?

Reconsidering the wisdom of your forefathers, or will you thank them for their boldness and courage, perhaps by administering yourselves with such virtues?

Hey, everybody! Just a heads up, for the Founders Festival, Morning Glory is offering a two-for-one special! Everyone who orders one of our breakfast plates before noon will get a second one free, so bring a friend, bring a date, bring your mother (she deserves it!), and most importantly, remember to tip your waitress ♥

The Roast is also offering half off on all single pound bags of freshly ground coffee for the week of the festival! Which is this week, so you know, come visit me at work and buy a bag on my shift. I make commission, in case you were wondering. ;)

Anyway, now that I'm done shilling out for gil, does anyone have really great plans for FF? Tell me so I can live vicariously through you!

Just a reminder that this year, like the ones prior, all my potions and services will be half off during the duration of the Founder's Day Festival. But please keep in mind that we are not stocked to capacity this year due to various events and I will be putting a limit on the amounts one can purchase at one time.

With Founders' Festival just around the corner, I wonder what delightful surprises the city's guilds have in store for us? I have to say, I cannot wait to find out.

[ Merrion ]
I do hope you are fully recovered from your injuries. I am flattered that you came out to meet me for dinner, last time, despite the pain, but please, do take good care of yourself. I would not like to be responsible for your suffering.

[ SiDA ]
Have you fixed the mirror?

Does anyone know where to get airship fuel to guzzle for energy? Do I hit up the Aerodrome for a fix? Coffee makes me crash, tea's too [....] soothing. If I have to look at another geoma textbook, my eyes are gonna fall out of my fucking skull.

[ DRAKE. ]
My mother is still in disbelief that you came by to help. She's going to offer you free things, but you can refuse her if you want. Councilor Matsudaira does. He thinks it's weird.

[ RYUL & ARI. ]
Is it possible to have a hangover for three fucking days? Fuck.

[ LIONEL. ]
Hey bud, I have a favor question.

[ WOLFE. ]
So my mom invited you to dinner this Friday. And by invited you I mean she told me to tell you you're invited. Nothing fancy, just food.

[ MAG. ]
I feel like it's our duty as Ordalian redheads to have drinks sometime. Ladies gotta stick together.

The path is ash, the vines are thick. the woods are lovely, dark and deep. Kerwon is far, so far but calls.

[Evander]

Spare me a moment?

I would like to second Peony Councilor Min's outreach. If anyone is in need of support from the Mages Guild or myself though I don't know what I can possibly please let us know, and we will do what we can, and please visit a clinic if you have suffered any injury.

[ Mages Guild ]

If you have family or loved ones in the affected areas who need assistance or if you need time off to attend to them, again, please let myself or Peony or Toku know.

[ MG Council ]

[...] Emillion doesn't get earthquakes often, does it? Do you think it's strange or unusual that we got one last night? As in, it wasn't natural? Or am I being stupid I can see if there are any geological maps or records at St. Iocus, or perhaps ask one of the professors there to see if they know anything. I just have a bad feeling

[.......] Or maybe I'm just being paranoid. [...] Am I just being paranoid?

[ Friends - apply liberally ]

Is everyone okay?

This city and its monster magnetism never ceases! Do long-time residents find this exciting or irritating?

[FILTERED TO: MAGES GUILD.]
The "Theories and problems of experimental arithmeticks" textbook is checked out of the tower library and overdue. If the current owner could please return it, I would love to read the book.

[...]
[FILTERED TO: GILLIAN GOODWIN.]
"GiGo"? This is Gillian Goodwin with the Black Lions?

[FILTERED TO: WILHAM WOLFE.]
wolfe! how was your first week of being forty five?

[FILTERED TO: LEX LLYRIN.]
we need some time to ourselves, yes? for exploring, for reading and talking! the monastery is suffo will not miss our company.

Considering we successfully kept our city from a Fire elemental invasion, we should all go out and get drunk. First round is on me, for those cheap bastards out there (Hey, Ryul).

[Mathieu]

Hey Flower-bard-dude Mathieu, you okay bro? No one set you on fire, right?

Moogles, Bangaas, Seeqs, and Vieras. I think trips on the larger air cabs would be much more interesting if history had taken a different course.

[FILTER: PEONY MIN]
Councilor Min, are you still in your office? A letter was just dropped off in the Tower lobby, and it's addressed to you. If you're still in, I can bring it by your office.

[FILTER: ARI CHIARO]
Ari actrice, how are you? I'm so very sorry for my silence, I've been studying for what feels like an eon. Hopefully it hasn't actually been an eon, otherwise I'm going to be very disappointed when I step outside of the Tower and discover that Lux & Livre is covered under more than several strata of rock.

[FILTER: SCHOLARS]
Would anyone be interested in forming a study group focusing on spellcasting? Not that I'm suggesting some sort of dueling club--how absurd! Something more along the lines of group target practice where we compare notes afterwards.