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[The screen of the ICP shows a figure with a deep cowl in a blue, and hints of the VT-uniform in purple under the voluminous cloak. The top of the cowl means the upper half of the person's face is in shadow, and the rest of their features are pale.]

Um...hi.

[It's a female's voice, lower and calm--not quite deadpan.]

So, I came on board recently, and my name is Raven. I'm on the purple team.

[Awkward introduction is awkward, but none of that should be showing through in her manner.]

I've met some of you already.

[There's a pause and a slow blink, and now the awkwardness is showing somewhat.]

I'm speaking out though, because of the aftermath of the inspections. I'm an Empath--I sense emotions basically. I've been trained since I was very young though in my control over it, and I respect privacy a lot. Mostly because I'd want mine respected.

But I can also project my empathy--which is why I'm speaking up. If you're feeling overwhelmed or panicky and it's left over from the void-particles or whatever, if you want I can help you calm down.

[There's a shrug, and the awkwardness is definitely there now. If anyone has questions, now is a good time to ask them.]

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[ One could ascribe it as an effect Raven's powers are having on her to take away her worries and bad feelings, or you could say it's exactly because the other girl is smiling at her.. But the moment Madoka sees that smile, she starts to smile in turn right back at Raven. ]

.. Thank you. It's so sweet of you to help people like this..

[ Even if Raven says it's helping her too because she's picking up less bad emotions from other people then. She's still helping people out in the end, and that's what Madoka finds so admirable. ]

Do you really think I could do something that amazing though? I'm not nearly as cool as you seem..

[Raven doesn't smile often, and even more rarely is it a big one like other people would give. So even though it's small, it is a good sign. Madoka reminds Raven of Starfire in the best ways, along with her other friends. She'd probably like the titans, and Raven kind of wishes she could have Madoka meet them.

It's a lonely thought, but also comforting too.

The comment about being sweet though, has Raven shaking her head in the negative, and then ducking her head shyly.]

I just...it was not pleasant during the inspection. I don't want that to happen again.

[Her having to flee, besides that she doesn't want to feel that fear and dread again herself, never mind have OTHERS feel it too.

Madoka thought she was cool? That just makes Raven glad her head was ducked. Usually she was more 'creepy' than called 'cool'.]

Most anyone can at least learn the basics of how to calm down and lightly shield themselves, whether they have further talent or not. It just requires the right training and teaching. So, if you were interested, I was going to try and stick with that at first. The training is mostly to make oneself aware and on guard and less likely a target, so to speak. Kind of like how if you know you're going to be doing something dangerous, you prepare yourself by being more alert.

[Although Raven was absolutely sure that Madoka could learn more. Especially since she nudged-gently at the other girl's energy; tying some dark feathers and that cushioned and packaged fear-and-dread up further so that the effects would last for a bit even without Raven there. It was a matter of transferring the 'power' so to speak for the cushion, from Raven to Madoka's will.]

If you say anyone can do it, then I'd like to try..

[ "Try" being the keyword here, since Madoka feels like she somehow must be an exception even if anyone could do it - the problem of having low self-worth, really. At least the thought doesn't make her feel bad in the moment with Raven keeping her more negative feelings at bay. It just feels like a neutral fact instead. ]

I mean, that'd be better for you too, right? The more people can do it, the easier things for you would become.. And I want to make sure you're comfortable while you're stuck here like the rest of us.

[Madoka is doing the impossible; there is a very quiet chuckle from Raven. Barely heard.]

I am certain you can do this, Madoka. But for now, I've managed to make it so that I don't need to be here for you to continue to feel alright. Like I mentioned with the Medicine analogy, it will wear off after some time. For now though, I want you to enjoy and relax. This was a stressful time for all of us.

.. okay. I can do that. [ Especially now Raven has helped her. With all of those nasty feelings tucked away, her head does feel a lot clearer and lighter - like she really could just go and calmly do some things now. Maybe some chores. ]

Thank you for your help though. I won't forget it.

If the feelings start to come back, or even if you just need a moment to think or calm down, then focus on your breathing. In, and out, in even measure. It'll help.

[Raven pulled her cowl back up after offering the encouragement, before getting to her feet.]

And if you want to, you can call me again. I don't mind, and it will be good practice. Once the fear and paranoia are gone entirely, maybe...you'd like to meditate with me sometime?

Of course.

[ It's apparently not something she has to consider for long, considering how quickly Madoka answers. ]

I'd love to spend more time with you. [ Whether it's while doing meditating, or other things.. Anything is fine with her. ]

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