001 | Takasugi | October 22, Evening | Video

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[The feed comes on with nothing but blackness on the screen, at first, with the sound of some fumbling very close to the speakers on the communicator. In a moment, however, it’s revealed that the reason why it was dark was because the new speaker’s hand was in the way. It’s a boy dressed in what appears to be a uniform of some sorts (Japanese-looking, to those who’d recognize such things in the first place), and is currently very frustrated and confused.]

I don’t really understand how this works just yet, but that isn’t important for the moment.

My name is Takasugi Shinsuke. I am the leader of the Kihetai, and a member of the Jooishishi Faction. I understand that I have been brought here to fight a war.

Before I decide on whether I will lend my help or not, however, I need an assessment of the situation and this place’s battle capabilities. I would also like anybody from the Kihetai or the Jooishishi to contact me immediately, if they are even here to begin with.

[That makes him pause. The calm facade cracks, just a little. Then, in a much softer voice:]

I hope someone's out there, other than me.

[You weren't supposed to hear that, but there you have it. His lips purse, and he reaches towards the screen. The feed cuts off soon after.]