xx4: It's not like it's just occurred to me, but...

[razethatphoenix]

Has anyone seen Alekhine lately? I've been working on some of her project notes and was going to confer with her today, but her stall isn't in the marketplace any longer. I'm unsure of where she lives, so I thought that someone else might have an idea

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[redrobinhood]

[ooc:The handwriting is shakey.]

I've been looking for her and I can't find her anywhere. She's--

[ooc:it just breaks off here.]

[razethatphoenix]

... So she's missing. Do you think she could be somewhere we just might not be able to get to? There are a lot of islands on this map, and I doubt anyone frequents all of them all the time. Or maybe other places. [a pause] I did notice that the elevator doesn't open up on the fourth floor...

[redrobinhood]

...She's done this before. Twice. Sorry budd--Tempest.

No, the elevator doesn't go to the fourth floor unless the fucking tree drops you off there. You don't want to go there.

lol, so many questions...

[razethatphoenix]

Wait, what do you mean, 'She's done this before'? Are you trying to say that she's just gone now? And have we written to each other before, by the way?

Oh. Well, I guess that explains a little bit about the fourth floor. I haven't heard much about it, and I've tried to get off there myself just out of curiosity. I take you've been there yourself?

[pompous_today]

"Never a dull moment" indeed. Mazes and talking worms and voices...

[razethatphoenix]

Yeah, I suppose that is something of an understatement. And if it isn't something like that, then we have to look out for dangerous people or notice that others are feeling ill for whatever reason. At least they put out word that Koi is alright, but it's hard not to worry when you see a plea for help like that.

[pompous_today]

I agree- I am quite disturbed by some aspects of life here.

Conversely, however, one of the benefits of such pleas for help are that the journal makes them more likely to be seen and heeded. Everyone really seems to come together to help each other.

[razethatphoenix]

I've noticed that a lot of people blame the tree or sphere for the occurrences, but I've begun to wonder whether or not it's actually under anyone's control.

Definitely. It's a good reason to keep the journal on oneself. Since we all pretty much are trapped dealing with the various 'unusual' happenings and circumstances, everyone seems quick to aid others.

[silver_antlers]

[He stares at the page, reading each message carefully. Then he finally picks up his quill.]

It's as Ghost said. Alekhine is- most likely not here anymore. And I can't help but wonder why her?

[razethatphoenix]

I see... If it's happened to her, can't it happen to just about anyone else?

[silver_antlers]

Yes but... damn how could I let her disappear again?

[razethatphoenix]

You're probably not the only one blaming himself right now, but did you really have any control what happened?

[codenamewiccan]

Not recently (I don't think I met her), but from what everyone is saying above...yeah I think she's gone. For now at least. You seem pretty level headed so I'll give it to you straight. This happens from time to time, I disappeared for a while and came back without any memory of this place.

But if you're working with general repairs, I'm Codename - worker of two jobs but one of those is a scavenger. You need anything dude?

[razethatphoenix]

Wow... Well, seeing how this place could be so random, I probably shouldn't feel too surprised. What I'm wondering is how people are so sure someone isn't going to turn up anymore--is there proof or something?

Anyway, it's nice to meet you. So far, there haven't really been any requests, but I could always start some side projects. I do have the notes from stuff I was working on for Alekhine.

[codenamewiccan]

I figure if they're not around in ages they probably aren't coming back. That's just me I don't see proof.

That works, whatever materials you need let me know.