bloodisthicker | PRISMATICA INBOX

Most certainly! I find the discussion of similarities and differences between worlds to make our stay on Prismatica all the more enriching. Bending is one of the more exciting concepts I've come across thus far.

[Because seriously...people having powers like that is the coolest shit. He's so thrilled to have gained something similar of his own, if only temporarily.]

Thank you very much, Mr. Tarrlok. I sincerely appreciate your concern. Of course...it may be difficult to contact you if I find myself as a jellyfish at any point. [He's...kidding. Mostly.] Regardless, I will keep your offer in mind, and you may consider it mutual. While I do not have as much experience with Moonblessings, if you require my assistance in another area, I will do what I can.

Oh, yes. Learning about other worlds is definitely one of my favorite parts of being here, even if I'm not that scientifically inclined.

Anyway, things usually go alright for me... though, I do have an increased appetite when my cycle rolls around, so maybe I'll just ask you for any restaurant recommendations you may have. If things go poorly, I'm sure you can just... poke a button with a tentacle or something.

That's good! Curiosity is not limited to the scientifically-inclined, after all!

As for restaurant recommendations, that I can do. I will be sure to experiment with restaurants in case you are in need of one!

[With a chuckle to that last bit,]

Fair enough. I've never seen a Frillish or Tentacool interact with a communication device before, but it probably isn't an impossible task.

Oh, of course not. It’s just that you ultimately have more you can do with your findings... and yes, this is a great place as far as food goes. I have been pretty discerning, mind, but I’ve barely had any actually bad meals here. If you have a free evening, let me know and I’ll see if we can find somewhere good.

And In fairness, if those are jellyfish-like Pokemon, I would imagine they’re a bit squishier than the sorts you usually train.

A dinner invitation, is it? [Colress won't actually say it since he's not sure if it's just his Iris influence causing him to feel this way, but he finds that strangely flattering.] I would like that, very much so. You can share your personally interesting findings with me. I assure you, we'll find something to do with them.

As for this world's jellyfish, they are also bound to the sea, it seems! That is why I find the idea of becoming a fully-fledged one rather, ah...unwanted.

Oh, definitely. It’s more pleasant to talk about these things in person over dinner, isn’t it? I suppose we could still do that remotely, but it’s still not quite the same.

And yes, definitely. Do be careful with that, though I imagine it should be fine.

It is, I agree. It is much more personal that way.

[Granted, he's not used to being invited to dinner—much of his personal interactions prior to Prismatica have been for work or Pokemon-related—but he's rather excited by the prospect.]

I shall let you know my next available evening. I have been getting myself settled into my new position at the Lunar Scientia as of late [he can't help but make a pointed, knowing wink about that since Tarrlok gave him the idea] but the introductory period should be over soon.

Oh, of course. I think my schedule is looking a little freer in the evenings lately, which is fortunate on some levels and unfortunate on others... so just give me a night and we'll make it a night.

Understood!

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Feel free to stop me if I'm prying a bit, but do you typically work in the evening? I recall you mentioning having evening plans in the past as well.

Oh, I’ve been working at a bar while I try and figure out what I want to do here and how much I want to get directly involved with things. It was always intended to be kind of temporary, though, since I was filling in for a bartender who was on sick leave.

I see. I have to say, I wouldn't have guessed! Are you hesitant about continuing your true occupation here?

[As a politician, he means.]

A bit, yes. Part of it is that I worry about the conflict of interest that would result if I found a way back home, but it also seems like my skills aren’t entirely suited to what the Prismals value in their politicians.

I believe I understand. The Prismals are scientifically-inclined as a people, and the Lunar Scientia has quite the sway when it comes to how the government is run.

However, have you considered doing something for your fellow Moonblessed? We are still quite an unknown factor to the Prismals, so perhaps they would appreciate some organization of information on our end.

Well, there have been more than a few answers I’ve been looking for that I haven’t been getting. I’d imagine the other Moonblessed feel similarly in many respects...

[...honestly, he wonders if it’s too early to pose this idea, but on the other hand, he and Colress have been getting on pretty well.]

I do have to admit, it’d be helpful if I had someone I could work with who had some influence in the Lunar Scientia, of course. Might make things go a little more smoothly.

[Colress brings a weird jelly-hand to his chin in a thoughtful gesture.]

As you know, I've only just begun my work there, so I unfortunately don't have much clout to offer at the moment. But I do agree that gaining a rapport with the Lunar Scientia in some manner would be wise.

What sort of answers are you speaking of...?

I’m just happy to know someone who’s even entry level there, really.

And well... mostly, I’d like to know if anything’s actually being hidden from us. Governments hide things all the time, but if it’s relevant to us, we should know.

[He wonders if Tarrlok realizes the implications that he just made about himself, but honestly doesn't think much of it in the end.]

I see what you mean. Fortunately, since I intend to work with the Prismals on decoding the mysteries of Chroma production in the Moonblessed, I should hopefully gain access to information relating to that over time.

[i mean the reality of politics is that everyone is shady as fuck so. you know]

Right, of course. I know there was something strange going on with some puppets in an alleyway during the Harvest Boon festival that none of the Prismals wanted to talk about, but I don’t necessarily know if that’s something the government would know anything about.

I...beg your pardon? Puppets in an alleyway?

[This is the first time he's heard of this! Sounds intriguing to say the least.]

Basically, yes. There was no apparent puppeteer, and they were acting tremendously unsettling. I couldn’t examine one up close, either; when a young man assisted me in trying to corner one, it destroyed itself instead of allowing itself to be captured.

[He squints, especially when Tarrlok gets to the end.]

It had a self-destruct mechanism? That is very strange. I wonder why the Prismals were reluctant to talk about them. It is not as if magic is uncommon here. They may have been a product of it, so the secrecy really stands out...

Exactly... and it’s not like the technology couldn’t account for it, either. It makes me think it’s more than just some sort of harmless prank.

Certainly, if they were mechanical in nature...

[He falls silent for a moment to think about it, and ultimately nods.]

I shall keep my eyes open for anything relating to this in the headquarters.

That or they’re possessed or something, which isn’t impossible. Especially if the locals don’t want to acknowledge some sort of spirit problem.

Ah, you're right! Spirits are somewhat common in your world, yes?

[The Pokemon World has Ghost-type Pokemon, and they're a part of everyday life. It's pretty rare for people to want to tiptoe around the subject of them...]

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