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[VOICE-TO-TEXT]

Where is the child? Where is John? The weak one does not know. This world is alive and I feel it, but my vengeance must be delivered upon swift wings or my blood and bones will not be sated.

I need a baby translator because Gracie screams 'boobah', 'boobah', and 'boobah' which you would think would be the same word but fucking surprise it's three different pronunciations and she stares at me like I should know what each of them mean.

And yes, I have tried holding shit up when she says it to see what she reaches for. Fucking. Nothing.

This has been fucking Things No One Tells You When You Become a Parent so you're all damn welcome.

Chaos Crew minus Lila

Give me your best proposal ideas.

Also as my friends you have a responsibility to tell me if Lila's going to propose and try to interfere so I can do it first.

Yes I know how that fucking sounds, but this is one of our delightful quirks as a couple, shut up.

[TEXT MESSAGE TO DIEGO HARGREEVES]

» Hello lover.
» You left a dumbbell on the floor and I nearly broke my ankle on the way to the loo just now.
» Remind me to make you massage it later.



» Should we get married?

You know, I had just about forgotten how nice summer vacation actually felt until this past month since the semester ended. I was looking forward to it, but apparently was a bit surprised to find that it's just as nice in college as it is in high school. I'm looking forward to more classes in a way, but I'm also really enjoying this extra time to play video games.

Unrelated, but if Billy and I hosted board game nights, maybe once or twice a month, would people be interested in that? Something regular with an assortment of people, everyone bringing snacks to share, that kind of thing. You should say yes, because we have so many games and are delightful to hang out with.

Oh, and obviously: happy Pride, folks. I know the month is almost out, but I'm looking forward to being even more gay than usual this weekend.

I may not know who any of you fucking bingbongs are or why I'm on a fucking train like a goddamn engineer named Wilberforce or some shit but I do know if you come for this baby I will rain down an unholy fucking terror the likes of which you will never see again. Because you'll be dead.

I've only half tested this whole I Can Turn Into An Earth Titan thing now and I feel like that's fucking sad. What's the point of being able to turn into an earth titan if you don't know what it's all about, right? Exactly.

So who wants to possibly get punched in the face and/or slammed by a hammer via an earth titan and spar and shit. I'll supplement your time with drinks, because that's how fucking nice I am.

Time to take the gremlin to get a flower crown in her hair and to touch grass or whatnot. Anyone else headed for the festival? Someone tell me there are giant mugs of witch ale or something. What about those massive pretzels that you need to eat with two hands? Apparently I'm in the mood for oversized refreshments today, don't judge me.

On a related note, should we be keeping an eye on the local covens whilst we're waiting for this legal business to get sorted? Just wondering if I need to be more armed than usual for this little outing.

Oh well this is fun! Wonder how long I can keep this up. If anyone needs me, I'll be doing naked push ups.

Someone explain to me the appeal of Paw Patrol to small children.

[FILTERED TO CHAOS CREW]

Whatever your plans are for tomorrow, cancel them. I need you all to sing happy birthday to a toddler and watch her stuff cake in her face. There will be dinner in it for you! Probably just pizza but still.

Also if someone could just smack me so I stop spiraling about how fast time goes, that would be grand. Cheers.

Let me preface this post by saying I know what I'm discussing here will make people uncomfortable. Trust me when I say it's necessary information, and I am not letting any command withhold any more vital information.

Captain Alarie has been found on his ship. Unfortunately, he's long dead - I'd guess for weeks - and covered in slime. We've also confirmed via this morning's autopsy that Daud's body was filled with slime. Between this and the intel we've received from other Vallo, I think it's safe to assume the slime Saferra has been working with may be responsible for V.A.L.L.O.'s troubles this week.

Whatever measures we may take to deal with this problem, I'd advise finding a buddy. Don't let your close ones out of your sight.

Apparently it was Vax's birthday earlier when shit was going down so fine, he can have a redo I guess. Tomorrow night. I personally think we should start at that place with the singing and the costumes because he hates it so much and it makes me laugh, but whatever. We'll probably go to a few other places too, so if you're around, say hello and buy the idiot a drink.

And yes, Gracie will be with us for some of it, don't bother saying anything because Lila and I don't give a shit and Gracie's walking now so she'll probably bite your leg and you'd deserve it.

[FILTERED TO VALLO PRIME, FLIPPED REBELS (THAT INCLUDES YOU ELI), & RESCUERS]

Testing, testing. Are you getting this? We're using my connection to the Black Lion and the quintessence tech in my arm to form a bridge between the networks. Basically, we're playing telephone through a giant sentient spaceship. Stop by and thank him for me? I'm sure he's stressed by all of this.

Anyway, assuming someone is reading this, on the other side of the portal is a parallel Vallo. We've made contact with a group of Outlanders here and confirmed that they are alternate versions of some of our lost people. Most of them have lived here for years and some have different memories of their home worlds. They've formed a rebellion against another group, made up of more of our lost people. They call themselves the Court of Revenants and they're the reason this message is filtered as best as I can get it.

Please be aware that Council members might look like someone you've lost, but they have apparently taken control of this Vallo through force and terror. There is a stalemate between the Council and the Rebels because any physical violence here creates what they call Echoes - spectral enemies that attack anyone close by and only stop when the fighting stops.

Now I'm sure you're wondering where our Outlanders are. I've been told the people here suffered a violent headache and a flash of memories that then faded when the portal opened on this side. It can't be a coincidence. I suspect our people are tangled up metaphysically with their counterparts. I have no idea how to separate them. If you have any theories, please don't be shy.

As for the rescue team, everyone is accounted for and safe. Our focus right now is planning a recovery mission. A few rebels were taken captive just before we arrived. Keith is We will get them back. In the meantime, please feel free to use this post to brainstorm and reconnect. Since I know it'll be a question on your minds, here is the list of the captured:

• Ashton Greymoore
• Dorian Storm
• Keith Kogane
• Luffy
• Nancy Wheeler
• Noctis Lucis Caelum

And a list of the Council and their allies:

• Caleb Widogast
• William Laurence
• Henry Townshend
• Kellach Donnallen
• Ostyia Rabalska
• Teddy Kaplan-Altman
• Billy Kaplan
• Abigail Blyg
• Lan Xichen
• Lee Thompkins
• Joshua Rosfield
• Julian Blackthorn
• Ronan Lynch
• Serefin Meleski
• Silas

Anyone not on either of these lists should be able to see and respond to this post. Okay, enough rambling. Time to see if this actually works.

[CHAOS CREW]

One of the items I won at the auction was a group dinner for 8 at the Crossed Quills, for all of us. Should we try and plan for something next weekend for Vax'ildan's birthday?

Unless Diego has designs on throwing a gigantic birthday bash for his best mate, that is.

[CAROL DANVERS]

I still don't know what to do with mys I wish I could tell you it gets easi The superpowered fighting ring is open to you whenever you might require it at the Underground, I can add you to the biometrics so you don't have to ask for entry if one of us isn't there.

I'm assuming that normal alcohol does nothing for you?

The last restaurant I went to was highly anti-baby friendly and my formerly favourite wine bar is now full of influencers. Need new recommendations for being social out in public with AND without small children/babies.

Also would love it if the bar chairs don't try to eat me.

[ FILTERED TO KATE BISHOP ]
So that was an interesting trial run, but you're off the case and onto real ones starting after the holidays. I have one highly contested divorce that is inter-coven and involves a blood pact and a will that the deceased's ghost husband is protesting. I'll give you the files that you need to go over so that you know what you're walking into, in the new year. But if you have a few days next week where you're free, we're going to have a few magic lessons to help you avoid detection through extra sensory means.

Just a reminder to reach out to us at the Youth Center, if you're interested in including anything in the silent auction for our New Years charity event!

FRIENDS & FAMILY (feel free to assume; if you've talked to Vax, you're in)

It's obviously coming up on winter holidays and I'll admit that I'm having some mixed feelings about them because it's going to be my first time experiencing them without my sister, so I was hoping to put something together to distract, but still enjoy them. This is both for myself, but also for Velora, since I know it's probably hard for her, too.

Winter's Crest falls on the last month of the year on the 20th, so I thought to just continue that trend and get together that evening for a bit. Maybe at Greyskull to actually use it? It feels right to be in an Exandrian place on an Exandrian holiday. Just bring a dish to pass for that kind of dinner, joke/funny gifts for a random exchange? That sort of thing.

Anyway, if you're free, consider yourself invited: December 20th, Greyskull Keep, food and friends and goofy gifts. (I couldn't think of a proper word that started with F to keep that alliteration going, forgive me.)

DIEGO, LILA, SEREFIN

How are you doing, Serefin?

Also, what the fuck is going on? This have to do with everyone being all off, I'm guessing?

Now that my reign of tyranny has come to an end and things feel a bit more normal at home even though it's still, I'm here to do the work thing I was supposed to do days ago. As the kids may or may not say: my bad.

Last year we did a silent auction fundraiser benefiting the Youth Center on New Years Eve. It was a wild success and something that we're now doing again, because why not. I understand this is quite some time out before the holiday hits, but time moves quickly this time of year, or so I've noticed, so here I am. It will still be the optionally fancy affair, but this time we're doing a masquerade for full dramatic effect.

That being said, what I'm really here for is to once again look for donations from individuals and businesses alike to go toward the silent auction. Gift baskets, certificates, experiences, and so on. All of the proceeds do go back to the youth center, to fund facilities and programs. Our hope is to expand to add some additional classrooms and general space eventually.

Anyway. You can reach out at vvessar@vcyc.org or by approaching one of us at the youth center, if you're interested in contributing. Otherwise, clear your schedules and all that. It'll be a good night.

[OOC - You can find a spreadsheet here to put any items you'd like to include for the auction! I'll do another reminder closer to the event.]

I'm not entirely s If three pre-teens on the street terrorized you, I apologize. We had sticky fingers and a desire to show off for Wanda as we taught her things.

In my possession, I have:
- a curved dagger with a braided hilt
- 7 gold coins that aren't your standard change.
- an embroidered handkerchief
- A very nice fountain pen that I'd like to keep.
- A black and gold pocket watch.
- Leon Orcot, I have your entire wallet.

If any of these belong to you, I'll return them immediately. I'm fairly certain we spent any cash found, but as I don't know the exact amounts and I don't trust half of you to tell the truth, I will offer a blanket flat fee to anyone who was a victim of our terror.

Wanda, I hope you had fun, I know we did.

[CHAOS CREW]

I don't typically I There are I need help packing the flat and I'd rather not hire someone.

And I have to disarm all of the traps first.

HELLO?



Weirdest spot you woke up in this morning, go.