[PUBLIC CHANNEL] RINGMASTER'S ELEVENTH ADDRESS (D72)

[lordofthering]

[The radios will glow green as the Ringmaster begins a broadcast.]

Welcome back to the carnival, everyone. Things may look the same as before, but I assure you, there is no stone that has been left unturned or tree that hasn't been uprooted. We'll have no more stalkers from here on out.

There are a few things of relevance that I have to tell you about. Firstly, Ignatius is no longer in the moon. Instead, he's been relocated to a small island in the middle of the lake. He can't leave it, and you aren't allowed to visit it without my permission. If you do, and he wounds you, you can consider it your own fault.

In a related matter, I've decided to invest my magical energies into granting each of you a ressurection egg, as we clearly can't anticipate any peaceful resolutions from this. If you don't know what that means, it's essentially a ritual spell I'll need your help in completing - once it's done, it will bring you back to life if you happen to perish, but only once. Also, you will have to be in the egg long enough to regrow and hatch. This is no small favour on my part, and it won't work unless your soul can make it back to the egg.

Thirdly, after calling in several favours, I think the location of Eden is almost within view. A few allies will be joining us over the next week and giving us more information. Until then, carry on about your business, as there are some new things you'll have to get used to.

We're going to be organizing the Supervisor guided departments differently from now on. I have explained the details to the Supervisors, and they can fill you in on what will be expected of you. There will not be only six categories: Militia, Acquisitions, Engineering, Management, Administration, and Medical.

Supervisors, feel free to sound off with what group you are leading and what it is for.

Comments

[pipers_son]

It's as you've all heard, folks. I'm afraid we won't be doin' shows for the near future, but I'm still here in with the supervisors.

[Somehow, by a miracle.]

I'll be in charge of management, and Doll, Steven, Yuya? Yer still with me, now.

[starseedling]

Oh... um...

What is 'Management'?

[He hopes that doesn't mean he's in charge of people.]

[prazerbutterfly]

I suppose you can't get into too much trouble in management without me there. Less fire hazards and water accidents. Though now I'll need a proper excuse to take you to dinner.

[From his tone it is obvious he's not sure how he feels about one responsibility being dragged off him. He's going to be bored when he's not working or practicing.]

Ah, I'm going to get so lazy without practice.

[haides]

What a shame. (And he has worked out some neat tricks too.) Where do I fit in? Tis a quandary.

(But he doesn't sound particularly upset about it.)

[whattaprick]

[ He'd like to press the Ringmaster about these 'allies' he's only hearing about now, but for the moment, he's got a job to do. ]

I'll be leading the militia with the Warden. [ The details of whose orders take precedence, well, that's an open question, though Lambert can guess at the answer the Ringmaster would lean towards. ] We're here to be the Carnival's attack or defense, depending on what it needs. From now on, nightrunners and patrol work together, so you'd better start getting friendly.

9S, Amethyst, Gongenzaka, Rita, Shura, Syrlya, and Tigerstar. That means you.

[ He pauses. ]

Jasper and Susan, you're probationary members, but we'll be expecting you to carry your weight too.

[kingsroads]

You're missing a name.

[ said like it's the most obvious thing in the world. ]

[osteothropy]

Yep, we're all in this together now, so play nice.

My focus is still gunna be on defense and Lambert is going to be your main guy for attack, but which you're focused on will probably change depending on what's needed.

Gongenzaka is still my deputy in case I die.

[chronosynthesis]

Understood. [This honestly means his job doesn't change in the slightest but he'll confirm his presence anyway.] I have worked with or met most of you, I don't expect many problems.

[Jury still out on the cat though.]

[stompadour]

[Tch!!] I can carry more than my own weight.

[moonfang]

What the hell, man, why am I not on the list?! I was on patrol!

[wild_magic]

I really get to work with you? [Even though he was hoping for it, he's still surprised somehow.]

[stillwinningthehardway]

[Scout tries to sound neutral, because she hears Strange and is determined to not be That. Anyway, as a... noncombatant???? she's more likely to survive and get back to her people, which after mulling over all the last stop and most of the one before is her major priority.

Absolutely a good thing. Totally not a sting in her pride.]

I guess I'll be helping equip you.

walks in late with starbucks

[dressedtothe]

[An internal groan. Sure, it's great that he's not working for Peridot any more, but... now he has to work with two gems? Kill him now.]

...Understood. When we reach a new destination, we're still expected to scout the place, right? Do we report to both you and Sans now?

private to rm

[kingsroads]

[ but putting it here b/c it's easier. you can't be yelled at if people don't know you're having a conversation to begin with ]

If you're ever uncertain about stalkers, all we have to do is find more of that Atlantean potion and have me repeat the magic I used to summon Frost. [ Because yup, Strange got those deets and put together that explanation as to how he was able to summon Frost in the first place.

There's a small pause, before, ] Do I have your permission to visit Ignatius?

[lordofthering]

I don't think you realize just how valuable and rare that potion was, Strange.

...

As for your request... I suppose so, but only if I am told in advance so that I can supervise you.

[chronosynthesis]

I appreciate your effort to preserve our safety if the danger is unavoidable. I'm sure most will agree. [Dying sucks and he super can't afford to do it permanently yet.]

Is the island something you intend to ward to prevent anyone unauthorized from coming or going or... will it simply be open?

[lordofthering]

It's currently open, as my energy is being focused on keeping Ignatius in.

The consequence of disobedience is Ignatius killing you, and then ME killing you.

[worldlyafflictions]

[Knowing what Shima knows about how those eggs work, it definitely makes her offering to make one for every worker feel way weirder... better not to dwell on it. Also, is it kinda squishy that the Ringmaster says, "It's your own fault if he kills you," and then follows it up with, "but I'm going to make sure no one risks staying dead"? (It's definitely a little squishy.)]

Ah, that was faster than I thought... It's gonna be fine ta have him out there even with visitors...?

[scientificist]

Medical remains...the same in practise. Ginko, Tanyuu and Lauren? You'll be joining the team. I'd appreciate you informing me where exactly your, skills lie so that I know where to assign you in future--although Mr. Yukio Okumura will be in charge momentarily as I have, business. To take care of at home.

If you wouldn't mind, Ringmaster, I do have some questions regarding the process of the resurrection egg--do let me know if you'd rather answer them here or at the time of the ritual.

[dontpokethat]

Understood. You know about my work with mushi and herbs already. I've got a spell for curing illnesses and facilitating healing, as well as some first-aid knowledge.

[moonfang]

An egg fer everyone? Damn, Bosslady, that's generous. [he laughs, but then he sounds genuinely grateful] Thanks.

[insidescoop]

[Hooooboy. OKay. Deep breath Carly...Deep...deep...]

This is Carly Nagisa- some of you might have expected our former Foreman, Psiionic, to handle Administration...

...However, as some of you have also probably noticed by now, he isn't here either. I will therefore be managing not only the matter of clothing, but also upkeep of the Carnival itself- Food, cleaning, general labor; our duty will be to act as the backbone that keeps the other departments running as smoothly as possible.

Because of that- those who haven't been assigned to other departments already, you will be reporting to me! This means...Hinawa and Rin Okumura, from cooking- [She lists first, before pausing a bit awkwardly.] ..consider yourselves still cooking! You two are in charge of 'Rations'!

Rhys, and Papyrus- just as before, it's up to you to continue your janitorial duties- however, you'll both be potentially called for more than simple cleaning! Your titles are officially considered 'Maintenance'. Lastly...

...Ginko, Julien, and Reira- all three of you will be handling Resources. If you could all either check in through the radios, or come to me personally in the Wardrobe Tent, I'll give you further details on what you should be doing- ESPECIALLY you last three, since your positions are the most different!

[....] And...That's all, I think.

...Yea~ That's definitely it! [There is an extremely nervous and anxious laugh before she cuts off, lest all of her nerves be broadcast MORE.]

[scientificist]

Breathe, Miss Nagisa. Slowly, I don't want to have to treat you for respiratory alkalosis on your first day as Administrator.

[atouts]

[ For the sake of not having everything he says and does turn into yet another yelling match with Strange, Childermass just ignores the one already happening elsewhere to add, ]

If you were already a part of Acquisitions, that much remains the same. We are, however, adding a research branch to our little crew. That would be Mr. Strange, Ms. Mordio, and Ms... [ There's a tiny pause, realizing he has no idea if Tanyuu even has a surname or not. Oh well. ] Ms. Tanyuu.

[kingsroads]

Research?

[ he doesn't outright say "you've got to be shitting me," but it's sure as hell implied. ]

[periphrasing]

Engineering may have the same name as always, but the focus of our work will be far different from here on out.

Alphys, Scout, Yugo and Yuusei, you're all under my watch. Fixing rides and coming up with lighting and sound effects for the shows are no longer any of your concern, because there won't be any more rides or shows for the foreseeable future.

From now on, we will be focusing on maintaining an armory for the rest of the carnival members. That means weapons, that means armor, and lots of it.

[stillwinningthehardway]

An armory?

[She sounds like she's trying to hide disappointment.]

I suppose. What kinds of gear do you have in mind?

[psionichax0r]

[That is a lot of information to process and most of it is completely new to him. He's trying to decide if he should care about someone who used to be on a moon now residing in the middle of a lake.]

Is Ignatius important in some way?

[soft_focus]

Yes.

[Now go find out WHY because she's NOT. TELLING.]

[haides]

Tis good to see you, lady. (Is Hades...flirting? Maybe. It's hard to tell with him.) What can I do? Much has changed and I have been given a veritable ton to think about.

(He wishes to thank her kindly for her generosity. Yes, he is weird.)