[Video]---Everywhere--OTA

[azrthmtrnznthos]

[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.]

Comments

[happyends]

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.

[azrthmtrnznthos]

[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.

[happyends]

.. 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.

[azrthmtrnznthos]

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?

[happyends]

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. ]