EVENT ★ WELCOME TO PERDITION'S REST

[futurologists]

ARRIVAL Recruits leave Oska at midday, with about 10 minutes of final warning given from over jewelcomms. Then the white mist rises as rifts open, and Oska is left behind. When they arrive in the new world, they’ll find themselves aboard a train, specifically seated in the coach traveling compartments. The other passengers -- humanoids with muted skin tones and bright eyes -- have already been notified of their arrival, so although there will be a good deal of curious staring, particularly from children, no one is going to be very alarmed at the strange, eclectic assortment of aliens that suddenly show up on board. It seems that, for once, recruits will enjoy a peaceful arrival. The dusty scenery flashes by placidly outside the windows, the rumble of wheels is constant and soothing, and there’s even a snack cart that makes its way around (the snacks aren’t free, though -- recruits are provided a modest sum of Qorral currency, and the locals are already interested in getting in on it). BAD COMPANY The first sign of trouble appears about two hours after arrival when there’s a faint BOOM and each of the train cars gives a little shudder. That would be the rear train car’s back wall being blown open. The other passengers know exactly what this means, and some lock themselves into traveling compartments while others haul out previously put away shotguns and pistols, ready to do what needs doing. And what needs doing is to fend off the troupe of bandits that have decided that this train looks ripe for the plucking. They board from the gaping hole they blew in the last car and begin shooting their way up the length of the train, robbing as they go, but they also circle out on their horses (mechanical and only vaguely horse-shaped four-legged contraptions that easily keep pace with the train) to provide an armed and unfriendly escort. They’ll shoot through the windows if anyone looks like a troublemaker, and are old hands at ducking to the other side of their horses to use them as cover from any return fire. The conductor and all present passengers would really appreciate a hand from any recruits who feel like stepping up. Those not quite ready to engage in a shootout can always keep the civilians locked into the compartments company. They, especially the children, might need some calming words (and the sage advice to keep away from the windows, and stop making faces at the bandits). The bandits put up a pretty good fight, but will eventually be driven away (hopefully without having snagged too many ill-gotten goods from the hardworking citizens of Perdition’s Rest), and peace falls back over the train. The passengers will be a bit frazzled afterward, though, and no one can quite ignore that whistling sound caused by the missing back wall of the final train car. It’s a long two more hours before they reach their destination. WELCOME TO PERDITION’S REST A dusty wooden sign swings on rusted hinges overhead as the train pulls into the station: PERDITION'S REST. The engine finally stills with one puff of smoke, and as the passengers begin to disembark, recruits will find a small group awaits them. The Mayor, his aide, and the sheriff are gathered just outside the train station, and once everyone is more or less off the train and conveniently gathered, the Mayor will clear his throat for attention. "I'm guessing y'all had a long ride here, didn't you?" He addresses the crowd calmly, with the kind of voice that doesn't need to be raised much to be heard. "Heard about them bandits.They ain’t gonna trouble you here in town, but best mind your wanderin’. I'm Mayor Mordecai Jones, and Perdition's Rest welcomes your company. You'll find our businesses hospitable and our services ready. We're a quiet place, keep mostly to ourselves and don't bother none. You'll do just fine here if you abide that." The aide waits quietly as the Mayor speaks, while the sheriff eyes the gathered bunch with a resigned wariness. She, and a few other locals who would be willing to speak up if asked, are of the opinion that they've gotten by just fine for 30 years without anyone's help, and they don't figure they need it now. But they'll tolerate the meddling, so long as everyone plays nice. Mayor Jones's speech draws to a close with a last note that trouble can be brought to him or to Sheriff Rosamund Holladay, and he, his aide, and Sheriff Holladay break the meeting without further ceremony and head away. Welcome to Perdition's Rest. It's recommended that you look around a little, familiarize yourself with the place, and find lodgings. It's going to be home for a while. OOC NOTES Welcome to Mission: Perdition's Rest! This mission will last for around three months, currently slated to end in mid-December. Depending on developments, this schedule is subject to change at our discretion. You can view the dossier here, which contains information that is ICly known to all characters, no matter their arrival time. You can find locations here. Please direct all questions pertaining to the mission to the dossier page to keep questions and responses in one place for easy player reference. General game questions should be directed to the FAQ. The Bounty Board will be updated this weekend, so keep an eye out! Remember you can also request bounty missions or submit player plots at any time.

Comments

[ryusoken]

Yes!

[Because his brother is the best in the world... Someone everyone should meet at least once in their lives. He has no qualms about her after seeing how good of a person she is without question.]

I don't see why not. I'm on the way to meet up with him anyway. [And he says this without further consideration. Anytime is a good time honestly when it comes to Luffy.]

[yaomomo]

[How did this get to this?

She isn't opposed to meeting new people, not really. It's just, the combination of him holding her hand, and acting as if she was going to meet his parents (close enough, because that's his brother) seemed rather tactless and awfully close to how someone would eagerly show off their partner to them.

She's 99% sure that isn't the case, but he's very adamant.]

I erm-- that is, surely he's busy right now? Should we really?

[ryusoken]

[He is clueless as balls about what was implied.. he's actually more focused on .. well, Luffy!!! Luffy luffy luffy- LUFFY IS A GREAT GUY YOU GOTTA MEET HIM HE DOES A LOT OF THINGS AND IS OPEN and FRIENDLY you know, every single thing about the man is just so wonderful.. becoming the Pirate King!!! he would love to meet you, dear momo!!! sabo thinks so]

I'm sure he isn't busy!! He's never too busy to meet new people. Part of his adventure is making more nakama!! [it's his brother's favorite word did you know that]

[yaomomo]

[Sabo, pls...

She feels bad trying to turn him down when he's so excited, even if she is flustered and a bit embarrassed at how they look at the moment. In fact, the store clerk is already noticing, and that-- that won't do.

It's not as if she's opposed to it, but it definitely would save her the trouble not to cause more misunderstanding.]

All right, all right. Let's go then. I um... I hope I'm really not troubling you.

[Even if you're troubling her a lot.]

[ryusoken]

[He doesn't see how bad she feels....rather, she seems so shy.. or hesitant to meet new people but that's coming from him. He looks over at the store clerk, who's kind of on his watch staring at the two.. and then back to Momo.]

Of course not. It's not troubling me at all to introduce you to my younger brother.

[Sabo smiles, trying to lessen the nervousness with her. Nothing to be awkward about... aside from the third party.]

Off we go! [Leading and walking with his new friend outside.] To meet Luffy.