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[whatshimadayou]

It is my understanding that we were gathered to function as a team. A concept that is, perhaps, difficult for many of us to become accustomed to, but a path we have had no choice but to take in any case.

Yet here we are, already faced with danger enough from our missions, and we are equally forced to fear one of our own as well?

Explain to me why we should endure the presence of a monster who cannot keep his nature in check. How many were injured by Koltira's hand, yet all of us remain silent.

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[fintastic]

Whale... what do you think we should be saying?

[ She can think of a lot of things, none of which she feels truly inclined to say. ]

[racking]

It has to be an option. He's part of this team. I'm still not clear on what you're suggesting.

And you're speaking on their behalf? All of them?

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[friendlykillingmachine]

Wait — who's Koltira and what did he do?

[check out this newb]

[riastraid]

'possible?' [ he'd been expecting a little more... conviction? reckless morality? ] what are you waiting on?

[whatshimadayou]

A possible resolution.
I would take a challenge to him, if it seemed reasonable.

Based on what I was told, it would not satisfy.

[scarredhorns]

It's difficult to explain and to be honest, I don't really understand why myself. I can't even recall how I was injured, but we were thinking that Koltira-san might be involved.

Whether or not he was, though, I don't believe him to be evil. Dangerous, yes, but not evil. I saw what he's capable of on the train, but he also saved my life. [Normally, Nyuu spoke with a gentle voice, but this time she takes a staunch approach of what she says.]

I'll agree that everyone should be made aware of the situation, but I think... Koltira-san might not be able to control whatever it was that made him do what he did. He's not a monster.

[If it was indeed true that he couldn't control it, then Nyuu could definitely relate; it was the same with her and Lucy, which is why she tries to defend him, despite her injuries.]

[heritors]

[ She takes comfort in the fact that Koltira's not being called a monster now, but a man. Progress is... being made... maybe??? ]

... Do you believe that publicly accusing him will provide the answer you wish for? [ Nothing about her voice implies aggression — in fact, she sounds curious, inquiring after his opinion. ]

[riastraid]

[ Heckling aside... ]

yeah. it probably won't. not unless you're gunning for revenge———which, hey, can't blame ya. [ And despite the broadcast's brusqueness, Lancer gives him the benefit of the doubt—maybe this man really was concerned for the team, and similarly unconcerned about how they viewed him. Audentes is a soft group. ] sorry. things aren't that easy.

[dokyuu]

Right, because you're totally unbiased here... I'll be honest, I don't really think you actually give a shit about the rest of us. It just makes you look more reasonable if you pretend.

[whatshimadayou]

It does not matter to me how you see me or how you think of me.

There is only one concern here that should be addressed.

[secondnature]

Why are you trying to be at odds with everyone? It's like you don't care that people have their own reasons.

[whatshimadayou]

What exactly am I accusing him of, besides what he has already done? I want something. Anything to acknowledge this. Wrong was done, and wrong should be answered for.

[whatshimadayou]

Things are rarely so simple. That, I do know.

[whatshimadayou]

I have suggested nothing, other than that something should be done. I will admit I have no necessary skills to address this, unless we kill him. A matter that I doubt anyone will agree to. Which leaves us what, exactly?

What are you asking of me? I know they were harmed. Is that not concern enough?

[whatshimadayou]

What do you hope to learn, exactly?

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[twinpeak]

do you really have to make it sound like you're ready to kill him or something

[whatshimadayou]

...Then your perspective is clear enough.

Perhaps he is not evil. Dangerous, certainly so; most of us are. But for him, as I understand it, he cannot control what he is. Which leaves us with few choices.

[whatshimadayou]

I am not concerned about species. But I am... very worried when this sort of thing can happen again. Will happen again.

I cannot-- we should not be expected to protect ourselves from someone we are to work with.

Do you think all dangerous secrets should be known?

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[whatshimadayou]

So has been the typical response. Is there something new for you to offer, or shall I repeat myself with another person?

[whatshimadayou]

How long have you been with us?

[whatshimadayou]

Something more than nothing, clearly.

[friendlykillingmachine]

A couple months?

[racking]

Coordination. We can manage Koltira's condition, if he'll let us. It's not impossible.

[ tricky, and probably painful for everyone, but. ]

I'm not saying it isn't. But murder or exile won't take away what happened to them.

[twinpeak]

[ Wow, okay. ]

gee, has it? maybe you should have gotten the hint by now, huh?

[secondnature]

I just don't think it's a good idea to start something like this when we've got more important things to focus on. This mission is pretty messed up.

[There's a pause before he goes on.]

Hey, you don't think Lance and I are this bad, do you?