In Darkness - Network

[A recording of several different types of guns firing is heard; those with keen ears may recognize the sounds of their own guns being fired - or guns the same make and model as theirs (if the heads couldn't get clips of their captive's actual guns). There are also sounds of grenades being launched.

There is a five second silence before Sam's voice is heard]

Ready or not ...

Wow. Does anyone else have an awesome feeling about that last post? Because I sure do.

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Here are some pictures of puzzles. Aren't you excited? We're not sure what they mean, but it's what we lottery winners were putting together on Saturday.

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Hello, everyone.

Sorry I haven't been around as much as I should have, but those of you who need to know why, know.

As you know, on Friday a lottery was held, and Jaime was one of the winners - though I use the term loosely. She and three others were directed to a room in which they heard what could possibly be a warning. I would like to emphasize right now that we don't know anything at all, and we're simply speculating at this point.

The warning spoke of creatures known as "reavers." I am aware that some people present are aware of them, so I've been instructed to have you direct your questions to Mr. Reynolds or Mr. Cobb. I do warn you though that the answers won't be pretty.

In light of recent activity on the network, we have reason to believe that the possible warning is a very probable warning, and we feel we should begin to prepare for a possible attack. While I'd like to have a group meeting, I'm not certain there's time enough to gather everyone together, so I will simply ask here for volunteers who have some sort of offensive, defensive, or recovery skills.

You are not required to do anything, of course, but in the event there is an attack, we think it would be best if everyone worked together.

As no one has yet found any actual weapons here, we are going to have a search of the places we can reach and see what we can do with the metal and wood scraps that are lying around the place. Those of you with magic, mutations, or healing abilities are asked to please volunteer yourself and your skills if you believe you could be an asset in an attack.

I would like to have some sort of chain of command in place so people know where to go with questions, and I'm open to suggestions as to who you would like to see leading this. Neither Tyler, Jaime, nor myself have any sort of true combat experience.

I'll do my best to answer what questions you have, though questions relating directly to the reavers should be sent to Mr. Reynolds and Mr. Cobb.

- Lily

Found a box o'bullets behind some bags of chips in the store. They ain't gonna fit my gun, nor Mal's, but if someone wants t'see if they fit their weapon, I left 'em on the kitchen table. Look more like rifle bullets than anythin' smaller.

Wonder if this is a grand game of hide 'n' go seek. If anyone else finds bullets that ain't fittin' their weapon, pass 'em along my way, c'n see if they'll fine mine or Mal's.

I'm posting this as I'm casing the mall.

Early today I stumbled upon a stash of weapons in a display case along with another case full of grenades. Later tonight or early tommorow I plan on making a run back to the mall to make the grab (I'm also a professional thief for those that are new aka I know what I'm doing). But at the same time it got me to thinking if there are guns there has to be ammo and Jayne Cobb's post was the proof I needed.

So before tonight if everyone with guns or other weapons drop me a note with what ammo is being sought I'll keep an eye open during the stealing run tonight. As for the people that have more unusual weapons I'll see what I can do for you guys too so same thing: let me know what is needed.

And since I know what the team would say here are answers:

Eliot: You have backup?
Me: Yes, Jayne is coming along.

So before tonight drop me info and if anyone finds a power source to a high powered stun gun or a rappelling rig please let me know? The rig is a common tool in my line of work.

A note for the newbies: I'm Parker.

I found a box of metal pellets. I don't know what they are. Does anyone need them?

Anyone need ammo for what I think is a Jericho? Found a box full in the kitchen of all places.

If anyone finds some for a standard police issue or a World War II Webley let me know? Those are the guns Jack and I have.

Jack: we should talk, we have to help somehow even through we fight different things (this sounds pretty close to the Daleks).

Right. The bastards are sneaky. Tyler and I found some bullets in the upstairs rooms. We're stockpiling them in the kitchen, so if anyone else comes across bullets - or needs bullets - head down there. There's a decent variety, so I'm going to guess the fuckers assholes dirty rat bastards kidnappers have ammo for each of the weapons here.

And oh my god the first person to ask me what we were doing up there is going to get kicked in the crotch. It was innocent, people, innocent.

Also, I found what I'm pretty sure is a sniper rifle on the roof. I can't shoot worth shit anything, so if someone wants to play rooftop jockey with a gun ... I've got it in my room.

So, between the pictures, the noisy post, the cryptic warning, and the sudden abundance of ammunition and weapons ... we're totally getting swarmed with puppies, aren't we? Maybe rainbows?

Good evening, everyone.

As I'm writing this, Sunday is drawing to a close. Nothing yet has happened, but we do know they tend to like to start their little games on Mondays if nothing happened on the weekend. We have every reason to speculate that tomorrow they will be unleashing something on us - if they're going to do anything at all.

They might not. It might be a break in the pattern. They might be stringing us along for no good reason other than to watch us panic. They might give us a whole week off and hit us on Friday. The bottom line is, we know nothing.

We've boarded up the windows in the lobby, and barricaded the back door. That said, please only use the front door when entering and exiting the hotel.

We're also strongly encouraging everyone to not go out unless you absolutely have to, and if you do, try to take someone with you who has a gun, or some strong offensive magic or skills, or blades, or arrows, or something that can be used in defense in case something is out there tonight or tomorrow or the rest of the week.

We are also asking for a couple of volunteers to raid the store for food and bring it all into the kitchen area, and to raid the mall for anything that can be used for medical supplies, in case we end up needing them. Even clothing or sheets that can be easily torn into bandages, and towels. As many towels as you can find would be appreciated.

No one here can dictate laws or control you, but we are asking - for your safety and that of the others here - that you do your best to be cautious and keep safe. Don't take unnecessary risks, and try to stay indoors until we have some sort of confirmation one way or another.

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We also have a ... very young guest. She's fourteen, but looks and acts younger. She may very well have some sort of mental disability, or she's very deeply in shock. I'd like someone to volunteer to keep an eye on her. She is a witch, but her magic is very unstable, so she is ... a risk. I can't honestly say more than that, because I don't know more than that, but she mentioned some 'bad accidents' with her magic.

If there's someone who doesn't already have something to do, who has some skill in minding children, please let me know and I'll introduce the pair of you.
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