In Darkness - Network

Strings are being pulled and we're the puppets.

Something just feels very wrong, like this is something Olaf would pull.

Hello -

How are you doing? I haven't had a chance to speak with you lately; I trust you're all right?

That aside, we had a request of sorts. Jaime wanted to attempt to create some sort of gaming court for basket ball toward the far end of the island. Do you think you'd be able to engineer something like that? I'm sure some of the guys will pitch in to help find parts or build things, if you were interested.

Let me know.

- Lily E

Hello, again.

We've been very busy today, and I'd like to thank everyone who pitched in to help prepare the places for a potential attack. There were no reports of any disturbances outside, so it stands to reason that we are still safe for now. I'll try to cover all the bases in some semblance of order, but I'll likely forget something.

First, Jaime found two pair of binoculars if anyone wanted to volunteer to take turns watching from some of the upstairs windows. We've managed to unlock one room on either side on the top floor, though I'll be the first to admit it worries me we could only unlock those two doors up there. Rooms 1207 and 1216 are open, and they have fairly decent views to both sides of the hotel.

Second, we're toying with the idea of patrols, but we were hesitant to suggest it because if something did happen, it would be our fault even if someone did willingly volunteer, knowing the situation. That said, we cannot stop you if you wanted to do so, but we do strongly advise you take someone with you. Even if you're a crack shot or have amazing reflexes or strong magic, the element of surprise is one that cannot always be overcome.

Third, we've established two safe rooms on the third floor. Rooms 317 and 318. They've been warded and set with several protection charms to deter entry to anyone not already here. If someone happens to arrive, they'll be keyed in to the wards as well. We're not certain the wards will hold up against reavers, if that is in fact what's coming, but they will at least buy time and give warning. While you are welcome to sleep in those rooms in the event an attack comes at night, it might get a touch crowded.

We are asking for armed volunteers to be able to watch those two rooms, or willing to take shifts staying with the people who are hiding residing in there.

Fourth, we've set up a make-shift medical center in the lobby. We honestly couldn't find much by way of actual medical supplies, but I am harboring some hope that in the event of an attack, our captors will provide us with the means to take care of any wounds received. If anyone has any healing skills and is willing to volunteer their time, we would appreciate it. We're also using rooms 215 and 216 as infirmaries for non-emergency medical situations.

We are trying to prepare for every eventuality, but we are admittedly dealing with a fair number of unknown factors. We may be doing a lot of waiting for nothing, but if we aren't, it is best to be prepared. If you have questions or suggestions, or ways you think something could be done better, please don't hesitate to let us know.

We're all flying blind here and just doing our best.

- Lily

Just added 3 more boxes of ammo, various makes in this case, to the table in the kitchen. Also grabbed a fair amount of spare parts and tools for myself (I have an idea for a possible weapon).

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

So, if you guys haven't watched the latest and greatest from our darling captors, don't. There's nothing worthwhile on the video. Just ... a bunch of fake trauma. So hit play, close your eyes, and then it's gone.

No one needs to see that shit.

Does anyone ... have any idea how to drain a pool? The rain has apparently flooded (overflowed?) the pool, and ... well, the roof, for that matter, and it's really kind of a mess up there, and I have virtually no experience with pools, and no way am I going to dive down and see if I can mess with ... you know. The thing that looks like a drain in the deep end.

Sooooo, if any braver than me people want to volunteer or ... offer advice, or if one of you magic users can siphon off the water or something? That'd be great.

I've been elected spokesperson. Hooray me.

We think that, until they get the wolves "captured" (and come on, who thinks that's a load of shit and they set the wolves loose on us deliberately?) we should all kind of stay inside. So, we're going to make one run to the food store, and one to the mall - if we absolutely have to.

So what we're going to do is give everyone 'til tomorrow afternoon to give us a list of things you need/want that can be found in the stores, and ... we'll get a group together to go.

People with abilities to subdue wolves are encouraged to volunteer. Fragile people who might DIE are not encouraged to volunteer for the run itself.

Lily and Tyler will be making calls on who gets to go with the group and who doesn't.

Obviously, we can't stop you from going out on your own, but ... c'mon. Jayne saw one of them and he said they're huge. Probably fast. And weigh more than you.

Filtered from Dug

Also, anyone who wants to sit with Dug during the run, please offer? I'm afraid he'll try to follow us and try to "make friends" with the wolves. I really don't want to see him get eaten.

*a loud scream could be heard through the device*

Olaf.....

So, Jaime and Tyler have accosted me and decided I should be the one to make the announcement.

Apparently we want to have a party this evening? Something for everyone to get to know each other. So if you want to come meet your fellow captives, head down to the lobby area around six or so tonight and ... we'll see what we can do about providing food and drinks.

Maybe we'll try to turn it into a question and answer meeting and we can share what we've learned. All the better to form a plan of escape, right?

I can't stop itching!

Can't say anyone has pulled a prank on me this big before, dragging me to some place I never saw before. I guess if there was a way out, someone would know.. damn. And what's up with the smell in my room? It.. it's.. fish? Like, fish being fried. But I haven't been able to find out exactly where it comes from. And I've looked everywhere. Heh, reminds of the prank I almost thought of doing with putting rotten eggs in vents.

Also... hi. My name is Reid. I'm single I heard there's a pool and hot tub in this building. On the roof, actually. I've been thinking about checking that out now. I was pretty good at swimming back in Ipswich. Still am, of course. Hopefully the weird scent won't follow me there, but it seems confined to my room far as I know.

Does anyone smell anything unusual?

Scared I'm going to have a reaction....

Appears this is the only way.

Alright. Hello everyone who is reading this. My name is Ianto Jones and so far I have been here a number of days and yet still have had no contact with anyone outside. I suppose I would give the exact, but then passing out tends to be happening a lo I was given this device I assume to be used; however if I'm to be studied I'm not going to be following through willingly. The only person I have an interest to talk to is the one running this place, wherever it might be and possibly some answers as to what this is about. I understand this is an experiment, however have noted no real pattern so far in prisoners...

If any one has also seen a man named Jack Harkness or a woman, Gwen Cooper, it would be a relief to hear from them as well. You must understand those like myself here I have nothing against and I'm sure we'll work this out eventually. Sorry for what's happened, but thank you for any additional information all the same.

Ianto Jones

Mistress Jaime! Mistress Jaime! Can you help me find my ball? I have misplaced it and do not know where it is right now. It is not in Master Kirk's room we searched it. Do you know where it is?

Oh joy! Not again....

Count Olaf has to be behind this and my name is Violet Baudelaire. I am in 201 and I am going to locate a means of supplies, I am an inventor and I can not locate my kit of supplies.

I have to build something to make the room safe from Olaf and start piecing together what looks to be bigger series of unfortunate events to borrow from the recent past. Since it is on my mind, has anyone seen Klaus Baudelaire, Sunny Baudelaire or any of the Quagmire triplets?