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[aspearation]

[ Undyne had said she wanted more guidance from ALASTAIR. Here she is, with more guidance, and she doesn’t know if she likes it. Looking more ragged than ever, she’s standing with Pearl, with the volcano Nalalona in the background. ]

Alright chumps, listen up, it’s time for some teamwork! ALASTAIR has some ideas about what we can do to get the volcano going again, so everyone can get their powers back. ...it’s going to involve a bomb.

[Pearl clears her throat, despite the fact her body is flickering in and out of view at some points during the video. The Gem stands tall as she gestures back to the volcano.]

This is correct. ALASTAIR has entrusted us with schematics of creating a bomb and a catapult. It’s up to us to gather the necessary supplies and assemble them.

They have observed a high level of tectonic plate activity here, near the Nalalona volcano. With enough force -- the bomb in this case -- we can possibly trigger an eruption and restore the natives’ Gifts, along with our own magical abilities. The volcano’s opening is large enough for us to hit our mark with the bomb. It’s up to us to put it all together.

We can’t afford to not try. Look around you, half our team relies on magic just to exist. This isn’t just about helping the natives use magic anymore, this about saving ourselves. If you don’t use magic, good for you, but if you have a heart, you’ll understand why this is important, and why if I catch anyone slacking off, they’ll be answering to my spear about why they don't think it's important. Got it?!

[Pearl glances to Undyne and offers her a weak smile. The situation they were all facing was quite dire. She faces the feed again.]

I know we have the ability to make this work. And we will, if we all work together on this. Every little bit helps!

[ OOC note: There will be a mod-posted mass log on the 16th for gathering/construction/etc. Pearl and Undyne will be around, and feel free to use this post to chat among each other as well! ]

[ OOC edit: The NPCs Crowley and Cherenkov speak! ]

Comments

[heavyhitter]

It's fine, come on, I've done lava before!

[beyourrock]

Yes, but can one truly judge a book by it's cover?

When I'm in my original form, I'm just a rock. But when I use my powers, I maintain this form.

[curepotion]

You can't just say 'I don't care if you don't trust us' and then complain that we're not jumping when you say jump.
You can't have it both ways.

[dishearten]

I am. We're here to protect the natives of Nalawi, not ourselves. I realize it's difficult, but we can't let it cloud our judgement.

( that can come off as condescending but he's suffering from the lack of magic, too. it's easy to panic when one feels weakened, and he's trying to avoid that gut reaction. )

I don't have a perfect solution, no. That doesn't mean there aren't other options. Causing an artificial eruption sounds incredibly dangerous and I don't think it should be our first option. I'm not sure I believe it's a good idea even as a last ditch option.

[beyourrock]

How can we protect them if some of us are nearly on the verge of death, due to be being mostly made of magic?

If there any possible solutions, please let us know. As far as I can see, ALASTAIR has done their research and are offering some assistance in this.

[beyourrock]

Ford. [She sighs and offers a weak smile.]

I know this sounds absurd, but ALASTAIR has expressed that they have tested this theory out. We have no other leads to work on as far as we know.

[runningjoke]

Yes, I do! It's called Plan DON'T THROW A BOMB INTO A VOLCANO.

The natives think this the volcano is linked to their powers. IT WOULDN'T BE THE FIRST TIME A BUNCH OF DUMB ANIMALS THOUGHT INVISIBLE GODS LIVED IN THEIR NATURAL RESOURCES!!!

[beyourrock]

We need to find a solution to this! Maybe this will get us a nudge in the right direction!

[And yes, there is the possibility of this backfiring. But Pearl knows they can't just sit there and wait for something to happen.]

ALASTAIR has never offered any help during our past two missions.

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[runningjoke]

Get me up there yourself and I'll do it.

[beyourrock]

Can anyone truly expect the unexpected? All we can do is try our best, Riku.

[runningjoke]

Or, when the volcano erupts without magically granting people powers, it will nudge a TON OF LAVA, INTO DEFENSELESS VILLAGES.

But it seems most people here want to follow this stupid idea through, so sure, why not! You know, I really did want to check GENOCIDE off on my list of things I've participated in!

[beyourrock]

I believe so from what I recall. The volcanoes have been inactive for quite a while. With the activity underground, it shows some sort of promise. Something is happening near this volcano, making it unique.

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[ex_mettacrusher33]

Now, now, darling! I'm sure ALASTAIR has counted on this and should be able to give us resources for an evacuation! Everything will go fabulously!!

[Right?]

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[ex_mettacrusher33]

...................

[The robot is raising his hand.]

[runningjoke]

A completely destroyed civilization.

Fabulous.

[crowleyology]

As I said, we did not anticipate so much questioning. It's our mistake for assuming your team would not be so suspicious and negative.

I guarantee that the math is correct. I cannot guarantee there will not be organic error at hand. But mathematically, yes, it is perfectly safe.

[ex_mettacrusher33]

Civilizations can be rebuilt. People can't. It will be FINE.

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[boneafide]

This sounds... like fun!

Okay! Let's do it! What do I need to get for you guys??

[runningjoke]

Here's a thought: we avoid the blowing up of a volcano entirely. The Nawali people learn to live their lives through the advancement of technology instead of relying solely on their powers.

[ex_mettacrusher33]

Oh, and let the Nalawi crops and 50% of ALASTAIR die from a lack of magic? Another wonderful idea!! We can even make a game of it!

Dear Nalawi! Would you rather die of famine or simply rebuild your homes?! Think carefully, now!

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[aspearation]

Oh. Here...

[ She forwards him the list. ]

Papyrus. How are you... holding up?

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[boneafide]

... You know! I don't make bombs. But I don't think this makes a bomb.

I'm doing perfectly fine!! You know me!! Never better!!!!!

[ There's a reason he's on audio. ]

[beyourrock]

You don't have to go along with it. You're more than welcomed to stay in your room for the duration of construction.

This is a chance for us to do do something. We have no other leads. ALASTAIR has researched into this.

[beyourrock]

But they're just words. You can't phsyically take them and-- Nevermind. I never be able to wrap my head around human slang.

None the less, I'm glad to have your assistance in this Rhys.

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[timebender]

Well, they are in the timeline business. I'd hope they already analyzed the potential outcomes.