1 ♥ I dream of fire [Video]

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[The video statics on, followed by a slight crunch. A severe low angled shot is shown from Firion's foot who looks worse for wear. His breathing is ragged and cuts adorn his arms and face. A few are shown on his legs too for where there is no armor. He has his sword out at the ready along with his dagger.]

Wh-What sort of trickery is this? This is not the Void, there should not be Manikens. Yet why do they-

[Firion gasps as looks behind him just in time to see a Jecht is suddenly seen flying past the screen, cruel fist slamming into Firion's stomach and sending him flying. Crashes are heard as he is knocked into a few Epitaphs. It's silent for a long moment until a faint, "There...take it!" is heard and suddenly two daggers shoot past the screen, a string of lightning lacing them as they connect with Jecht, pulling him forward and then a powerful punch is given on his own, sending Jecht flying. Firon staggers into view, blood at the corner of his lips.

He finally sees the phone and vaguely remembers what the Moogle has said. He picks up and though his knowledge of technology is limited, he knows it's on.]

Can a-anybody hear me? My name is Firion. I don't know where I am and I need-

[Familiar crackling purple sphere appear all around him. He can't escape the screen fizzles out as his scream is heard.]

[ video - filtered from Eiko - no girlfriends allowed! ]

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[ Denzel's sat on the bed in his brand new bedroom, shifting uneasily as if he's trying to find the right words. ]

Does anyone know of any jobs in Lindblum that a kid could do?

I need some money.

I want to buy Eiko something really special when it's her birthday and I wanna help out with Mom and Dad's rent too...

[ video -- filtered from Dr. Cid, Vayne, Balthier, Sephiroth, Genesis, and the Remnants ]

[flameguardian.livejournal.com]

[ Nanaki is sitting in front of the camera, blocking out the background and having masked his GPS signal. He is obviously agitated, tail twitching back and forth, and while he's certainly more healthy than he once was (Aerith's healing worked, or at least seems to have worked), there's now a slightly strange shade to both his eyes and the flame on his tail. ]

Dr. Cid has contacted me again. As some of you may know, the man was responsible for my kidnapping and subsequent experimentation with a substance called nethicite. Now, he is threatening not only myself, but the lives of my friends, if I do not stop informing people of what he has done.

[ He frowns, glancing away from the camera for a moment before he looks back at it. ]

As you can see, I have not stopped. This message, therefore, is both an announcement and a warning. The man called Dr. Cidolfus Demen Bunansa lured me away and, with the use of machines called 'Rooks', kidnapped me and then tortured me for his own twisted experiments. I was left deathly ill for a long time after my subsequent rescue. Because I have warned people about his ways, he is accusing me of slander and has threatened to both harm me -- I believe he said both that he would turn me into a rug and send his Rooks after me once more -- and my friends.

[ Nanaki's ears flatten against his skull. ]

Tifa, he knows about your engagement. He knows where you are, and he mentioned your name directly. He has said that he will make it so your wedding will never occur.

[ One ear flicks up, and he sighs. ]

I do not want anyone to come to harm, but I cannot do that by staying silent about his past crimes. Forgive me, my friends, for bringing this danger onto you by spreading the truth -- but it has to be known.

[ With a fierce determination in his eyes, looking remarkably like his late father and a true Cosmo warrior, Nanaki stands. ]

I would rather sacrifice myself to help all of you than to remain silent like a coward. I am Nanaki, Son of Seto, the last protector of Cosmo Canyon. I will live up to my father's legacy. I will stop this man, but I will do it for my friends, not for myself.

[ Then the video ends. ]

two♬ [video]

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[The feed starts off with a little bit of grainy static but once it comes into focus, the cheerful smile of a certain genial bard appears with Troia’s lovely skyline as the backdrop of this message.]

Ah, it works! I guess the fiends didn’t break it after all.

[A soft chuckle came from Edward as he sat the phone down upon a nearby chair. Ducking out of the camera’s view, the bard starts rummaging through his things in search of something.]

Oh, where is it?! I know I had it here somewhere…

[He keeps mumbling for a few minutes off-screen before finding his instrument at last.]

There it is!

[Returning to the camera's view once more, the bard starts to idly pluck the strings of his lute.]

In thanks to those responsible for my rescue, I would like dedicate this instrumental to you all. I hope you ladies enjoy it, especially you Selphie! I do hope we meet again; your skill with the lyre is quite amazing.

Therefore, without any further adieu, let the show begin!

[1, 2, 3! Starting this little tune with a somewhat quiet beginning, the song that Edward plays is one that is more cheerful than his usual tunes. Filled with elegant highs and dramatic lows, this melody is certainly rather catchy.

The song becomes a little faster towards the middle but not a single note is misplayed despite by the speed. Eventually this brief crescendo comes to a graceful close once Edward’s nimble fingers pluck the last few notes.]

Not bad, was it? Feel free to send feedback for an musician cannot rely upon their own criticism alone.

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|The video begins focusing first on the ground. It flies around the rocks and broken buildings, over darkening sky, and then there's a deep, gruff voice. |

This cannot be a dream... |a rock skitters across the ground, out of sight| No, it is too real to be a dream. And yet I do not recognize these ruins. A strange creature came to me... it resembled a Moogle, but I could not be sure.

|shaky pause, and the video focuses on a boot| One moment... what can these be...? |there's a quiet chattering, and that boot shifts, the footage catching a brief glimpse of approaching red pom poms|

... What in the world...? |a small voice chimes out after a few awkward seconds-- "Kupo nuts! He's got kupo nuts, Kupo!". Basch grunts, and then the video cuts out|

Felines Are Nothing But Trouble! [action]

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[After being told that Vayne wished to speak to him at his chamber, the doctor was put on edge. The timing of this little meeting was far too coincidental to his liking, especially since he just sent a note to that horrible beast called 'Nanaki'. Certain that something was terribly amidst here, Cidolfus' decided to tread lightly when speaking with Vayne today.

That's why instead of bursting into the lord's office with jovial grin, Cidolfus was a tad timid and humble today.]

You wished to see me, my lord? [He bowed slightly before Vayne.]

[voice]

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[There is sound of movement and Cloud sounds almost like he's running, the way he's breathing.]

Tifa, I'm sorry, but I'm on my way to Oeilvert.

Firion... he was in the Void with me. He's one of my best friends... he's in some serious trouble.

[He sighs lightly.] I'll only be a few days. I'll make it up to you when I'm back.

[There's a bit of a pause.]

I'm sorry. I have to help him.

[There's a small thudding noise, a crackle and then he cuts off.]

[phone call - Gabranth]

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[Ring, ring, ring! What is this, Quistis actually calling someone?]

[ audio, locked to Selphie ]

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I need your help.

[Voice-Filtered to fellow summoners]

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Has anyone else had contact with Anima's fayth, lately? She appeared in Troia and said that she has news, but disappeared shortly thereafter. I plan to head for the Eidolon Wall, in Madain Sari. If anyone wants to join me, I can bring the Lunar Whale to Lindblum and continue from there. I'd linger in the city if I could, but...I don't think she would get my attention for something frivolous. This is a call that must be answered as soon as possible.

A public announcement? [text]

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Greetings all,

I am Dr. Cidolfus Demen Bunansa, formerly known as Chief of Draklor Laboratories. In retaliations of the claims brought to my attention regarding my research as of late, I feel as if I need to clear the air publicly regarding my profession. As I previous stated I am the chief researcher of the renowned weapons research facility within my home of Ivalice, who’s specialty lies within the creation of battle droids known as ‘Rooks’ along with work regarding manfacted nethicite.

As some of you may know, there has been a public claim stating that I’ve abused by power and creed as a scientist upon a being known as ‘Nanaki’. While the accusations are horrendously fanciful, I do admit that I have wrongly harmed this being in my pursuit for knowledge. While threats were made towards Nanaki or his friends are false at best, I do admit to having harmed Nanaki during my research. Have I known he was a sentient life form; I would have never persisted with my research.

Within Ivalice, creatures such as Nanaki do not exist and I was far too eager to study him in the comforts of my laboratory. However, coming to realize the error of my ways, Nanaki was freed but not before several armed strangers attacked me within the governor’s mansion in Wutai. Suffering more than just a bruised ego, I’ve been detained to a bed for quite some time before being able continue with my work.

Thinking that all was well, I assumed that Nanaki and I were on better terms before he began to slander my name in public. I brought it to his attention in a polite manner numerous times but all my efforts were in vain. With that said, I no longer persisted in the issue in hopes that Nanaki wouldn’t continue to slander me.

However, it would seem that I was wrong for the name-calling continues. While I hope for nothing else other than for the two of us to be at peace, it seems as if Nanaki desires for my blood to be split. Even now, he has gathered support against me in the form of violence.

Thus, this is why I humbly give my apologies to all those affected by this nasty incident. I merely wish for Nanaki and me to come an understanding in order to bring this mild crisis an end.

Again, I do sincerely apologize to Nanaki and his comrades for the discord caused by my hands.

Thank you for your time,
Dr. Cidolfus Demen Bunansa

[phone call - Vayne Solidor]

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[Ring, ring, ring. Lapdog on the line, Lord Vayne.]