[ While the Amber activates, nothing is seen, covered up slightly- intentional maybe. It's clear though when the female voice filters through that the girl is speaking to the 'network' or anyone who can hear her. Some might recognize her voice, too, if they've spoken in the past. It's not that big of a deal in the end, but it may be a little embarrassing which is why she prefers speaking like this while holding the glass like rock. ]

What do you do when you can't sleep?

[ Yet, it's even more than that. ]

That is... what would someone suggest for prolonged nightmares?

[amber--]

[...dum-dum has the thing tucked under his arm, so it's mostly a big black blur and some shuffling noise, unless one catches a glimpse of the sixth floor crystals or the mysterious tone.]

...Where is that coming from...?

[ACTION]

[For those in the vicinity-- Link's playing a sort of hot-cold game with that musical tone, trying to figure out just where that noise is playing from. Sensitive ears, and all that. He's a little distracted-- don't be surprised if he bumps right into someone during this...]

I really have to wonder at how quickly we're destroying this place.

[ Archer announces himself over the amber with that casual and dire remark. His tone is bored. ]

First of all, we've upset the balance of nature by killing a predator and allowing defenseless prey animals to multiply unchecked. Those rabbits will probably suffer once they meet the cruel reality of life beyond this tree, you know.

And now we've nearly destroyed the tree itself with our meddling. Isn't that impressive?

[ Now his voice is just dripping sarcasm. ]

Well done, everyone. Whoever brought us all here should really have expected these results. It's exactly what human beings do, after all.

| characters | Open to everyone!

| date/time | Friday, May 22, daytime

| location | Outside, near Snorlax Firefly

| rating | G - PG?

| summary | Celebratory snake swarming-slash-welcoming cookout!

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[ A couple weeks ago, Rin was eager to be everywhere and to do everything she can in order to distract herself. It didn't take long at all for the reality of her situation to sink its fangs into her. In turn, she accepted there just wasn't much to do here except linger with others (which is unacceptable for someone who has lived alone for so long) and be left to your own thoughts, the latter of which tormented her. So after staying indoors since the last storm and recovering from her illness, she pulls out the piece of amber to address whoever is listening. ]

I didn't properly introduce myself before. [ Anyone who has met her in person might not be used to the smile she wears now, but she wears it so well. Years of practice does that. ]

My name is Tohsaka Rin and my hometown is Fuyuki City, Japan. I attended Homurahara Academy with some of the highest marks in the school, but was recently approved to study abroad in London. I'm seventeen years old, my blood type is O, and I have a fascination with jewels. My family specializes in a variety of precious jewels and minerals though I don't have any of them with me here.

I hope to get along with everyone here properly without further incident. [ So formal, it's as if she's a completely different person. ]

Please tell me a little bit about yourselves in return, starting with your name?

Step number one, find a place to stay. I'll just crash with someone, no problem. Step number two.....well, step number two is a problem. Anyone got a cooking urge and a need to feed someone in need? 'cause you got me right here, in case you were wondering and wanted to exercise that goodness of your heart.

[Yep, flipping through his notebook. Okay, there's another page to jump to.]

Step number three, introduce yourself. Okay, Nagi Springfield, the great Thousand Master. You know, the best mage to ever walk the world. No, no, that's not going to go over well. Hell, how many people have even heard of this place? Right, taking that back. Just Nagi Springfield. Earning that reputation a second time isn't going to kill me.

Last bit to get out of the way on new introductions! What do I need to know and who is going to tell me about it? I'm sure one of you is going to talk my ear off so I might as well get that out of the way now. So who is it going to be?

[The amber reveals an elven face, tired and weary. He's leaning a bit to his sword, looking mildly annoyed.]

I need a place to stay. Just a bed, nothing more.

[He should be used to sleeping on the floor after his time with Danarius, but apparently he was spoiled these days after spending three years on a moldy mattress in a ratty mansion and then many more in a bed with a snoring beast and a dog.

About a month was all he could manage, and it had left his muscles sore and markings aching.]

I will not stay with any mages.

| characters | The Violinist & the Adventurers

| date/time | Thursday - Sunday (Nights)

| location | Outside the Tree, Mist Barrier

| rating | Mentions of death and mild gore (for now), and also nudity.

| summary | The strange musician has come to greet his audience.

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| characters | Yuuki + Zero

| date/time | May 5th, Afternoon

| location | Near the mist barrier

| rating | PG for now?

| summary | Music compulsion... even in the midst of a storm!

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[Amber]

[ The girl appearing within the Amber glass looks as though she's just gotten out of the bath. Or more like the rain in this case. While her clothes are dry, a set of clothing is clear behind her, hanging up on the wall, and dripping a puddle of water beneath it. Even her brown hair is still saturated, drops of water sliding down the wet locks, even as she squeezes some of it to dry. She pokes the Amber and frowns momentarily.]

It always feels so weird using this thing... Hi- [ She lifts a hand up in a small wave, smiling a little sheepishly.] I hate interrupting everyone, but I was curious. What do people think of that pretty song that's been played of late? Others have heard it too, right? You know... on the violin, accompanied by a man's beautiful voice.

| characters | Saber and everyone who wishes to stop by the Gathering.

| date/time | April 28th; early-afternoon.

| location | Outside the tree, somewhere on the left side of the entrance.

| rating | G? PG? If anything happens that will warrant a higher rating, please send a pm so I can change this.

| summary/notes | Some of the tree dwellers congregated to take the first step toward a better organization of resources. Read these (the food portion/storeroom log will be posted later for backdating purposes). The log starter is just short and generic; I will be making threads to make this more organized, your characters can start a new topic in each the thread categories, please don't forget the subject if you do such as: "DISCUSSION TOPIC - HEALTH", for example. This way, anyone with characters interested in it can join in and share their views.

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