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A Shadowy Cabal (Mod Acct) ([personal profile] synergismus) wrote in [community profile] multiversallogs2011-04-30 09:21 pm

How many goodly creatures are there here! :: GAME OPENER

Welcome to Baedal.

These are the first words newcomers hear when the door opens and they are invited into their new world. Some fuss, some fight, some need time before they have the courage to step outside. Others, shell-shocked or jaded, go quietly along with the proceedings.

They are given brief instructions; a repeat of what's described in the pamphlet and a door key.

Please stay in your room. There will be dinner soon.

It's been almost a day for some. For others, only an hour's wait. The latest newcomer is lead straight from the arrival room to the dining hall where candles and lanterns have been set out to compensate for failing electricity. (Those who have been here longer explain about rolling blackouts.) The food, however, is warm, varied and plentiful. Seating is open, and less conventional chair are available to those who need them.

There are many strange faces around the table, the majority of these recent arrivals. The proprietor of the Valhalla Inn is here, as is some of her staff. The Sheriff of Mog Hill is introduced, his function detailed. The reason for the dinner is explained:

It's a celebration. A new cohort has finally been officiated; CeidaryBlue523. Your cohort. Please. Introduce yourself. Mingle. Get to know your fellows, they will be your brothers and sisters for as long as you live in this city.


((OOC post for discussion and coordination.))
ironshodboots: (organization is key)

[personal profile] ironshodboots 2011-05-20 11:19 am (UTC)(link)
Nazca nods, brisk. "I wouldn't trust that our captors can't hear, but it should at least keep conversations private from others in the cohort."

Almost grudgingly, she adds, "They are clever devices."
wearyheadtorest: (expounding)

[personal profile] wearyheadtorest 2011-05-20 09:26 pm (UTC)(link)
"How about this--"

Tactics. Dean's good at tactics when he has a minute to think them over.

"We'll just call each other if there's anything. Have the discussions in person so we aren't overheard."
ironshodboots: (observant)

[personal profile] ironshodboots 2011-05-22 11:48 am (UTC)(link)
"That sounds likely. They may have other means of eavesdropping, but at least we won't make it easier for them." She would, very much, like a better idea of who 'they' might refer to.
wearyheadtorest: (Default)

[personal profile] wearyheadtorest 2011-05-23 01:01 am (UTC)(link)
"Sounds good to me. So I'll call you." He smiles. "If I find anything or hear anything."

He'll have to think on where to meet. The inn probably isn't a good place. Outside?
ironshodboots: (elegant)

[personal profile] ironshodboots 2011-05-23 02:39 am (UTC)(link)
"I plan to do some exploring - checking against the map and the like. But I'll check in. Perhaps we can take a walk to compare notes, later?" Walking outdoors and on the move wasn't perfect, but it was the best she thought they were likely to do.
wearyheadtorest: (Default)

[personal profile] wearyheadtorest 2011-05-23 02:56 am (UTC)(link)
"I'd like that. I'll do some checking around myself. Call you in a few days when I have something to report?"
ironshodboots: (alright amuse me)

[personal profile] ironshodboots 2011-05-23 03:07 am (UTC)(link)
"That sounds good, yes." She didn't trust anyone here entirely, yet, but he seemed like a decent test case. And she could use an ally, if he's genuine.
wearyheadtorest: (okay so listen)

[personal profile] wearyheadtorest 2011-05-23 03:35 am (UTC)(link)
"Okay."

Dean felt a little better. There was, at least, someone on his side. (He hoped.)

"So we'll talk soon."