[Video ~ Introduction]

[doctor_insano]

[It really does not take very long at all for Dr. Insano to make sense of the communication device and his screechy voice can soon be heard throughout the network, along with vision of his face. On the video feed the most prominent feature is those goggles and he both sounds and looks more than a little crazy.]

Now that I have your attention-- [He begins grandly, then mumbles.] -- I hope.

[In a louder voice, he continues on, using broad hand gestures. They never seem to be still.]

I don't know what type of inter-dimensional portal brought me here but I will find a way out, I guarantee it! Or-- OR! I could take over this little world of yours and then there will be ice cream parlors on every street corner and science will rule every mind!

Yes, you just wait, Queenie or whoever else thinks they are in charge of this place. Soon you all will be answering to I, Doctor Insano, and you will all bow down to SCIENCE!

[He launches into a maniacal laugh that would make any evil villain or mad scientist proud.]

001 Perogative // Video

[aestusdomusaurea]

[The camera turns on to show... some woman's cleavage. Oops, a little higher, right? The camera raises up a bit to reveal a pair of curious green eyes, before pulling back to present a girl in a red dress. The backdrop seems to be a rather swanky penthouse in Crystalden, a nice view of the city being displayed through a large window behind her and the set of rather grand-looking furniture adorning the place.]

I see! So these function much akin to my Master's terminal... Even the device given to me is worthy of praise! Umu, they were even so wise as to assign a brilliant district, befitting of the overwhelming splendor of myself! I must say, that woman has good taste... though not as much as I do, of course. Then again inferiority is hardly a sin, especially when next to the most greatest Emperor of them all!

[After that obnoxious monologue to herself, the girl flashes a bright yet very conceited smile.]

... Now then, I see that there has been a trend of introducing oneself over the network. Though I have no qualms about talking about myself and have much to tell, I am not one to follow trends so casually! To do so would to allow myself to fade into obscurity, and that mustn't do. Nay, such would go against my very nature!

Therefore! I extend to the lot of you the honor to introduce yourselves to me, Saber! Lay upon me your stories, and I will graciously listen with open ears. I will not ask how privileged you feel.

[She plops herself on a red armchair behind her, and crosses her legs.]

Now... begin!

zone 1 ♥ ( video / action for mallowhallow )

[blether]

[ the first thing on the video is this... creepy-ass mask staring you straight in the face. or at least it feels that way. Zacharie will draw away though, after he's sure he's terrified a few people for shits and giggles. time to get down to business...! ]

So, if this tiny little electric pillow is working correctly, I'd like to issue a little welcome, aha ha ha ha.

[ a normal guy with a huge backpack and a weird frog-like mask, yeah totally normal, but then again he's standing in a pile of pillows too, so. ]

I'm Zacharie, the merchant that every video game needs. If you've got the credits, I can get you what you need. Unless it isn't in Tango's power, of course. It's impossible to buy your way out of here from me! [ he doesn't sound all that sorry about that. ]

Oh and don't worry about not being in Mallowhallow, I am a merchant, you know, aha ha ha ha. I'm where I'm needed at all times.


[[ ooc; fourth-wall opt-out here! ]]

☣ oo1 - video/action for crystalden;

[colress]

[we all know that crystalden can't be a technological district without it's fair share of scientists residing in it. whether or not there are already scientists living in the area, why not have one more: colress seems to be settled in quite well, despite the abrupt arrival here, and he's perfectly made himself at home in the TRON-esque district (though he'd rather chew off his own arms than be caught dead wearing any of those things they call "clothes").

maybe that explains the easygoing smile he has when the feed turns on with him and his five pokémon displayed-- even though that's an everyday thing, but whatever, details.]

Greetings, citizens! I come to you with the curiosity of a lost soul: I attempted to ask the locals for some information but was met with very little success. The townsfolk in this area don't seem very friendly, do they? [a chuckle.] Anyway: I can already gather that I was brought here without my knowing; the "how's" and "why's" can come later. At the moment, I have another concern at hand.

[it's at this point that he digs into his coat pocket, where he pulls out five small, ball-shaped, metal capsules. he displays them on the feed.]

As you can see, I have only five pokémon in my possession-- originally, I had a full party of six. From what I deduced, I seem to be missing my magneton. If anyone has seen it, I would be very much appreciative if you'd let me know A.S.A.P. If it helps with identification purposes, it has an Eviolite attached to it somewhere...

Ah! Speaking of, another thing I've noticed is the severe lack of pokémon amongst the crowds! Besides the ones I have in my possession-- [he points a thumb behind him, where they all make their own collective noises (mostly mechanical).] --I haven't seen hide or tail of a single pokémon in the area! An odd phenomenon, but perhaps I've simply been looking in the wrong places? I haven't had the chance to completely explore the region beyond Crystalden as of yet.

[he waves his free hand dismissively.] But I digress-- progress will be made in due time. In the meantime, if any pokémon trainers happen upon this message, please know that I am wholeheartedly interested in a possible battle to gauge your pokémon's strength at any point in the future!

...For research purposes, of course. [:)]

{01 Blossomgale; Video}

[ex_protegere334]

[Well, this device looked a little strange. But even so, Sophie managed to figure it out without too much trouble. It reminded her a little of Pascal's device she talked to Poisson on. At least, it seemed to be the same sort of thing. The video starts with a close up of a purple eye, then scans back to reveal the teenaged (in appearance) girl with long purple hair pulled back into pigtails. She doesn't appear too upset, more confused and perhaps a little annoyed, given she has yet to know if any of her friends have also arrived here. She worries about Asbel if he is back home without her to help, to protect him.]

Um...I think it's working now. Can someone tell me what this place is? There are...a lot of pillows. I've never seem houses made from pillows before. This is not Ephinea. I want to go back. I don't like this Queenie bringing us here. I don't want to be alone without my friends. I want to find Asbel....and Cheria and the others. Their names are Hubert, Captain Malik, and Richard. Oh, and Pascal too! If anyone knows if they are here, can they please let me know? I'm Sophie.

1st Smile: Video/Action for Astralfield

[dontforgettosmile]

[the video is recording steadily but whoever is holding it has it pointed towards the ground, only showing off a slightly bloody shoe. do your best not to worry about that, okay?

the person suddenly swings the recorder around before finally letting it rest on his face and what a face this guy has. lips pulled back into a wide grin Smile looks at the video feed, never once blinking. The red tattoos - or are they scars? - over his eyes look weird, but the fact his face is also dotted with blood might be more weirder. do your best to ignore that too. at the very least this guy doesn't look hurt.

Smile opens his mouth and a weird, oddly distorted chuckle seeps out before he speaks.]

Hello....

[yeah that's seriously it. Smile continues to start at the device, wondering if someone would respond.]

[video]

[reverberator]

Hellooooooo Mallow Hallow!

[A pause, during which her Reuniclus, Victor, takes the opportunity to grab Rosa's pigtails with gelatinous hands and hover behind her like he's riding a bike. She doesn't seem to mind, strangely enough.]

...Ooh, I like that. Kinda rolls off the tongue all nicely. Anyway, I'm Rosa, and I'm a Pokemon Trainer! I was just thinking, since it doesn't look like there are a lot of Pokemon here, and not everybody even knows what they are... We must've all come from different places, right? You can't be from Unova and not know what Pokemon are, seriously!

Soooooo, I wanna know where everyone came from! And maybe what you were doing if you don't mind sharing with the class, heehee. There must be a lot of different places represented here, if everyone's so confused and stuff, so let's take inventory!

[Then, she raises a Poke Ball to the camera. Aggressively, if that were possible. It's kind of a Myspace-angle shot, but it gets the message across.]

Oh, and on that note. Hey, Pokemon Trainers! We should battle sometime, or just hang out! I really wanna get to know all of you in particular, even if you're Gym Leaders or Champions or whatever! It's kinda like time off, or broadening your horizons, isn't it? So let's take advantage of it!

video/action for Whitewood

[insectubus]

[The video is showing a blurry, foggy vision of what appears to be a small body of water. It's hard to tell, since steam appears to be distorting the view. Every so often, a finger appears to wipe at the lens, showing a much clearer view before it blurs again.]

I found this while exploring around my home [A calm voice murmurs]. Hot springs are known to sooth sore muscles and aches.
 They also help relieve stress and a great deal with relaxing.

[Something that looks like a large antenna slowly appears in the video feed, and that very second a large, slender hand moves it away.]

My fellow kidnapees in distress, while I cannot find a way to help you find your home, I strongly suggest you come soak with me.  Worrying and stressing over returning home is natural, but it can be overwhelming after a while. You deserve some peace, even if it's just a moment. We can also use this opportunity to learn about each other, to hear each other's story. To make friends.

[The voice at first sounds monotonous, but after hearing it for a bit, one can feel the sincere concern and loneliness within it.]

I'll be waiting. I have finally learned how to use this device, so please call me if you need directions.

[ooc: Update: I'M BACK :D. Warning: There will be nudity involved and possibly sexual themes. It's unlikely, because Mikio right now is only interested in speaking and making friends, but I just want to side with caution! If you prefer your character decides to wear a towel/swimsuit, should they decide to get into the spring, that is perfectly fine! If you also prefer Mikio was wearing something as well, I can work with that, too! And of course, if you don't want the possible chance of Mikio hitting on your character, I understand completely. :>]

video | action for whitewood

[badend_replay]

 m-mi... A video player now? In such a place...

[ Rika taps on the strange wooden device, not entirely sure how to use it. She has, after all, been stuck in a virtual simulation of the 1950s for years now. The sixteen year old cautiously  peers down at the video, allowing for a view of her face. ] 

Pardon me if I am interrupting you, but I am Rika Furude and I believe I may be lost? In such a strange place... Is Mayfield broken, perhaps? Or have we all been kidnapped to a new game? I never knew that America had a King and Queen. Or faeries. [ She's betting on the new game. ]

May I request that someone kindly explain this to me? This situation... and this piece of of a TV tree.