Rabbit 18 [Video]

[adolescenthope]

[A video comes on, showing the blank expression of a pink haired woman inspecting the camera closely; perhaps she was not even aware it was working right now? But after a moment she steps back, clearing her throat.]

"I do apologize if this is rather sudden; it took me quite a while to get this... strange device to work as I wished. Maybe if that kappa were here, she could have..." [She lets out a small sigh; this was so out of her element.] "Nevermind that; I have a different matter to bring up."

"A situation such as this has been difficult to process for me. I do not presume I am alone in the matter. Even that aside, I have noticed some passengers felt... stressed, when I arrived. I would have loved to alleviate such feelings, however at the time, I was preoccupied. But now..."

[The youkai spins around and makes a dramatic pose to the camera, rotating in another mask; she seemed to be getting excited.]

"It has been brought to my attention a new location on this train has appeared though; a stage of sorts! Such news has been especially exciting to me as I was a performer back home. I have put on a few different performances, but one in particular seemed to be the most popular. A comedy of sorts."

"I would like to raise spirits, my own included, by performing this at the earliest possible opportunity. I am unsure if such a thing would be popular here, but nevertheless, I wanted to extend an invitation out to all of you. If you could all let me know how interested you may be in it, I would greatly appreciate it."

[The youkai leans forward once more, to bow towards the camera.]

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[fivemilesdeep]

[The cinema car is one thing, but an actual live performance is something completely different - something Ryo loves, and something he hasn't seen since Rich gave his impromptu concert a few months ago. He doesn't know this person, but he still greets them with a smile.]

That sounds great. If you need any help setting up, all you need to do is ask.

[adolescenthope]

[It was great that everything was working as expected; her efforts havent gone to waste after all. She offers Ryo a gentle wave.]

"Your offer is greatly appreciated. What would assist me the most currently is telling others, if you are able."

[fivemilesdeep]

I mean, you've already done it - everyone on the train can see this, except for the people in the quiet rooms.

[But that's probably not what she meant.]

Though if you pick a date and time, I'd be happy to make a reminder.

[adolescenthope]

"Some might not be paying attention...?"

[She wasn't exactly sure how likely that was, but if there's anyone inside those quiet rooms right now, what if they miss the news?]

"As for a date and time, um..." [There's a pause as she stops to think for a moment.] "I was going to attempt to do this again when I was able to acquire some more assistance..."

[fivemilesdeep]

[He hasn't really thought about the logistics of a performance aboard the train before - much of the entertainment here is prerecorded, and Rich's concert had seemed like a very impromptu thing. This sounds like a production, though, and he might as well help where he can.]

That's fair. How much more help do you need, and what do you need help with?

[She'd asked him to spread the word, but what else is on her plate?]

[adolescenthope]

[Alright, time to get down to buisness.]

"I believe it may be nice to decorate the interior of the staging room. Furthermore, I would like to have someone able to play music to accompany the performance. And finally. I..." [Her tone changes to a much more melancholy one.] "I may need an assistant performer. I usually perform alone, but I do not believe that will be possible at the current moment."

[fivemilesdeep]

[Those are all actionable, at least.]

If you want to make decorations, there's the art car; you might also be able to ask the train to provide them. I've never asked it for that myself, but I'm pretty sure other people have. If you need help in the art car, talk to Madoka and Romeo.

I'm pretty sure we have some bards aboard, though it'll depend on the music you want. There's also a lot of recorded music in the music car - some of it's a little weird, but you might find something you like there.

And... [He pauses, considers his words - that tone says something, though he doesn't know enough about her situation to know what.] You might be able to find someone to perform with you, but you'll need to ask around.

[He knows - from Tidus, if he's remembering correctly - that Inigo also wanted the dance car, but he hasn't heard anything about it from Inigo directly, so he's not about to volunteer him. It's not his story to tell, after all.]

[adolescenthope]

[It was nice to know she might be able to find an assistant, at least. She had never instructed anyone else on this before, but if there was any time where she needed the help, it was now.]

"I will attempt to ask around. Perhaps you could as well? Although you did say everyone on this vehicle can see this..." [This is gonna take some getting used to.] "What to do now..."

[fivemilesdeep]

I can, but I don't know what kind of performer you're looking for.

[She'd said comedy, right? He's not honestly sure what her performance entails, and he's learned better than to assume by now.]

[adolescenthope]

"Are you familiar with Noh performances?"

[It probably wasn't the first thing people thought of when expecting a comedy, but it worked better than you'd expect; at least, she thought it did. Everyone at home loved it!]

"Some experience with such a thing is of course ideal, however I believe any sort of acting experience will help. This is a performance I know by heart; I wrote it after all." [Not entirely by herself, but she was proud of what she made.]