bloodisthicker | PRISMATICA INBOX

Understood!

[...]

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...]

That’s right. I also remember a young man who I think may have been fairly spiritually savvy telling me that this place felt off to him. I admittedly got off on the wrong foot with him, but the more I think about it the more I want to know, just in case we’ll have to deal with any of the negative repercussions of... whatever it is.

[Well, that sure doesn't sound good.]

Perhaps I should have Beheeyem take a look around sometime... Ah, that is one of my Pokemon, for the record. He is a Psychic-type, and can interact with Ghost-types to a degree. I am not sure how well he would be able to track this world's spirits, but it is worth experimenting with.

I will still poke around at the Lunar Scientia as I said, but it is good to have options as well.

You know, that seems like a good idea, actually. It’s worth trying something out to see if it works. If it doesn’t... well, maybe the spirits of your world and the spirits of this one just aren’t on the same wavelength or... something like that.

[With a nod,]

Yes, something like that. I will let you know the results when I get around to it. It may take some time, as I have some projects on my plate already, but I won't leave it on the metaphorical shelf for too long.

Oh, don’t worry. I understand that you’re busy, and honestly, there are a lot of questions that need answers here.

Indeed, and we should have plenty of time to look into those answers. We won't be able to find our wave home without the most crucial ones.

[With that said,]

I greatly appreciate your time for conversing with me over the phone, Mr. Tarrlok. I don't want to take up too much more, so I will keep what we've talked about in mind and get back to you when I have more information, Moonblessing, Lunar Scientia or dinner-related, of course.

My thoughts exactly.

[ah, he’ll nod, then!]

Ah, of course. I’m sure you have other things to get to as well, so we should let each other go. I hope the rest of your day goes well, then.

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