Bassoon Day 1- Evening, video

[runs_on_batteries]

[ooc- Tony's image appears on the ICPs, in the background they can see the dining car where he's been hanging out in. He has a warm, business-like demeanor in his posture and tone.]

Good evening, passengers, I hope everyone is acclimating to the train and the new group who boarded earlier. For those I didn't get a chance to meet, my name is Tony Stark and I came on board approximately a month ago with the first group of passengers. I have a couple requests that I hope you'll afford me.

[New Arrivals]

For those who are new to the Voidtrecker, I am someone you can come to if you're needing some assistance or have questions. I don't know everything you're bound to be wanting to know about this place, but I'll tell you whatever I do know.

In turn, I'm requesting you fill out a questionnaire about who you are and your world. My goal is to determine any patterns among those who have been brought here as well as be alert to any medical needs you may have. These questionnaires are confidental and I won't share with anyone else.

[Current Passengers]

[ooc: This is the IC post about my ooc ballot I mentioned a few days ago.]

For those who are not new to the Voidtrecker, we need to talk. As this train is getting more people, it might be wise that we find a way to keep order amongst ourselves. I'd like us to consider electing a council of either five or seven individuals who we would like representing us. I'll create a ballot and suggestions but we'll keep this democratic.

In addition, I've added two additional questions to my questionnaire . Please, add this to your original responses.

[Manabu!]

Lastly, Manabu, meet me in the baggage car. I have something for you.

Comments

[runs_on_batteries]

[Sigh.]

No, unfortunately not really. There's a number of us who appear to have been heroes in our own universe or influential in a positive way. However, there's not enough consistency to say that is a factor yet.

[stealsyourheart]

Well I can't say that I can help you much there - I want to be a magician and make it big sure, but I'm a long way from earning a living with it.

[ Hahahaha.... just... not going to say anything about that Thief bit... ]

[runs_on_batteries]

A magician, huh? What inspired you to pursue that?

[stealsyourheart]

[ He always loves talking about his dad and magic, so he brightens right up ]

My old man was a magician too - world famous, even, although he mostly only toured in Japan when I was growing up. I imagine he had to put aside a lot of his international touring. He used to teach me stuff and let me be his assistant a few times! He died when I was nine, but I wanna live up to his legacy, you know? One day, I'll be even more famous than he was.

[runs_on_batteries]

[Tony listens, slowly smiling as he heard the admiration in the young man's voice. It vanishes when Kaito gets to the part about his father dying though]

Sorry to hear that, kid. I was at least double your age when I lost my parents.

[He obviously doesn't know what 'kid' might mean to Kaito.]

Perhaps one of these stops will have some of the material you need to keep practicing your skills.

[stealsyourheart]

[ He shrugs, poker face perfectly intact ]

I miss him, but... well. I figure, I make him proud by taking after him as best I can. [ And avenging him by smashing pandora once he finds it ]

'S the best way of coping, yeah? And I hope so! There are things I can make myself if I can get ahold of materials but... I don't know what's around in a aplace like this.

[runs_on_batteries]

That's a worthy goal.

[He likes this kid. For someone who lost a parent, he seems to be coping very well.]

I'd be happy to assist you in finding things. I've been working on an inventory for the train. Just swing by my workspace sometime when I'm there and I'll help you out.

[stealsyourheart]

[ Define coping 'well' ... ]

Mm. Well, I'd like my smoke bombs to begin, I think. You can do a lot with smoke as a distraction! But probably I'll settle for a handkerchief string - you haven't noticed any spare cloth around have you?

[runs_on_batteries]

[No one besides Kaito's father is dead. Yes, his standards are just that low.

And he makes a face at the smoke bombs. What would that do to the carpet or air quality?]

You could likely use an extra blanket for handkerchiefs. I bet we can find a few things to use as dyes.

[stealsyourheart]

[ dye things pink, probably ]

I guess... I wouldn't want to deprive anyone of their blankets though. If we have food, I know a lot of original dyes can be derived from various fruit and plants...?

[runs_on_batteries]

There are extra ones, not just the ones people use. I've used [destroyed] ones from the supply closets. Just don't use more than maybe one or two and I'm sure it'll be fine.

You should go find Peter Parker. He's a kid about your age and always claiming to be bored. Put him to work for me, will ya?

[stealsyourheart]

[ He laughs ]

I've met Peter. He's cool - we played not-MarioKart together.

[runs_on_batteries]

'Not-MarioKart'? We've just given up on whatever they're named and going with what we know them as?

[stealsyourheart]

[ A grin ]

Naming things is not my strong point. It looks almost like MarioKart, and it plays like Mariokart,...

[runs_on_batteries]

You need to get better at that if you want to have a great act on stage.

[A little unsolicited advice as per usual.]

It's a shame that game isn't more realistic. I miss being able to drive or do anything off of a damn train.

[stealsyourheart]

Eh, I'll get there. [ He laughs ]

I wouldn't mind being able to get out and move myself. Can't really parkour around the train without annoying everyone...

[runs_on_batteries]

It's driving me crazy not to be able to leave this train too. It's too crowded and I can't fly anywhere.

[stealsyourheart]

[ PAUSE ]

Wait, you can fly?!?

[runs_on_batteries]

[Smirk}

Think you're the only one who has tricks up his sleeve?

[He chuckles.]

I have a metal suit of armor that has the ability to fly.

[stealsyourheart]

That. [ He says in all sincerity ]

Is the most awesome thing I've heard all day.

[runs_on_batteries]

[You're officially in the 'like' column.]

I'll show it to you sometime if you're interested.

[Because of course he's going to show it off!]

[stealsyourheart]

[ FISTPUMP ]

Heck yeah! That's so cool...

[runs_on_batteries]

[He grins and fistpumps the screen in return.]

I'm in the dining car. Come find me and I'll show you. Do you want some cocoa or coffee or anything?

[stealsyourheart]

Sure! Cocoa works!

[ A grin and a cheeky salute and Kaito turns off the video, only to show up in the dining car so quickly he's clearly been running ]

[runs_on_batteries]

[Tony had barely started the kettle when the young man was dashing into the room. He laughs and shakes his head.]

I like your sytle, kid.

[He turns from the stove and as the young man is watching, Tony activates his armor. The metal clanks to life and encases Tony's body. After letting Kaito have a good look, the helmet rolled back. He does a little spin.]

What do you think?