futurology | VIDEO / USERNAME: LEVI

[ with his wrist raised to grant the magic bracelet a view of his stern face, the backdrop of his makeshift stable in the outskirts, it's apparent that Levi hasn't gone to any special preparations to make this announcement. however, he also hasn't wasted any time between the offer of Arthur's and now to corral ALASTAIR attention of his own. they've waited long enough. ]

The Order of the Chimera would have us plan a jailbreak for tomorrow.

And keen as I'm not on caving to the demands of terrorists, unlike that disaster in the streets a few weeks ago, this time we have the foresight to organize ourselves. I know some of you have your doubts. But whether or not we're helping those fools out in the process, where I'm concerned, we can't leave our people hanging in the balance.

So while the rest of you figure out how to deal with Michel, I say we combine our efforts.

[ simultaneous operations or otherwise, their downfall is being uninformed or unprepared for each others' movements. and while it may not be clear, due to a number of circumstances in which he's seen some less than reputable behavior among recruits... ] Our success hinges on snipping every loose thread.

To account for that, our most suitable people should lead the operation. But don't take it personally. Organized into squads, we can draw on all of our recruits' unique strengths. That includes you rookies.

I know the lot of you may not be so bent on following orders willy nilly, but be reasonable. We'll receive no higher guidance with ALASTAIR leaving us to our own devices, and we've got better chances in a team willing to ally themselves with loyalty than in a disjointed mob of lone wolves. Take heed to the fact that your cooperation with each other will determine the fate of our teammates' lives.

[ now then. with that out of the way, the next matter at hand is the allocation of these squads. ]

Riza. Pearl. Lend me a hand, will you? [ this is his way of saying he deems you two "suitable." ]

The rest of you: a basic rundown of your abilities would be of help. I'm not gonna force your hand, but we need to sort ourselves out somehow.

[ and considering the influx of new recruits as well as the existence of those he's yet to meet: ] My name's Levi. I'll be working to man the assault. If those two agree to it, they'll help me manage you lot, so speak up to one of us if you need something.

( ooc; this is an IC plotting/organization post for jailbreak shenanigans! threadjacking and posting your own threads is welcome and encouraged.

the squads will be focused on support (pearl) and assault (levi & riza) but it is up to you and your characters which you want to join up with. we could also really use some coordination efforts. that said, you're free to make your own, be a rebel and not help at all, or anything else you can think of. go wild. c: )

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Kashuu Kiyomitsu, reporting in! My skill with a sword is- eh, well with all you impressive types, I don't want to say unmatched but... For being difficult, I'm really good.

I've got no way of attacking from range, though. Ah, and I don't really know anything about magic, so I'm not dealing with anything like that on my own. [i.e. a magical type might need to stick by him, should the need arise]

Ah, say, that reminds me. What's the stance on fatalities for this mission? [is someone around to stop him, or...]

[Kashuu please???]

I'd prefer none if at all possible. On either side.

[Obviously Levi and everyone else gets a say in this too but....y'know....]

[the biggest sigh!]

Right, right, I figured... It doesn't hurt to ask, does it? [It doesn't make him feel entirely useless but he knows he's not performing to his best. He sounds dejected, but moves on without another complaint.] Will we have people on standby for injuries? Not for me, [he'd need a blacksmith] but anyone else in the unit...

[He could probably get away with it as long as she doesn't hear about it, tbh.]

If we don't, we'll make sure to. [That's definitely an aspect of this that can't go missed.] I'll make sure to speak to Pearl about that.

[What they don't know won't hurt them, right? Only the deep cuts. Those will hurt a lot.]

Good, good. Newbies who can't take it can head that way, then!

["Can't take it" omg.]

You sound very confident of your skills.

Eeh, well why shouldn't I be? If it's just guards, I can handle it. [100% confident!] It's not like they have guns or anything...

There might be a lot of them. It's possible some of them might be able to use magic.

[Not likely, but still possible.]

[He makes a bit of face at that, not that it shows in an audio post. When he speaks again, there's a bit of an edge to his voice.]

Well, that's why we're working in a group, right? Just make sure someone who can counter magic is near me! [not that he would be nervous alone! what an idea!]

[That's quite the demand there, but alright, it seems they've recruited a number of hefty magic users this time around. It shouldn't be difficult to make sure he's covered.]

Very well. I'll send you a message once we've got better counts of our numbers.

There we go! [He sounds pleased.] Treat me right and you'll never be disappointed with my skills. [It's meant as a thanks, but gratitude doesn't come easily to this one.]

[ yeah, he's got to admit that in light of seeing the ALASTAIR crew at work, he's not so sure how to accordingly categorize their strengths. but that's hardly a bad thing in an operation like this. ]

If that's the case, then join me on the front lines. [ that's where they're going to need brute force like his the most. ]

We may already be in poor standing with the city, but it's my hope for us to retrieve our people without taking a long list of casualties along with us. I'll be there to discourage as much needless killing as I can.

[He's mildly disappointed in the casualty note and being under someone so, so, serious-looking, but he doesn't complain. Front lines means action so he's satisfied.]

Ahhh, right, right... I guess, when we're living in the same place, it makes sense to not rough anyone up too much. [It's been a while since he'd had combat with day-to-day consequence.] I'll be careful, so you won't have to scold me~♪

[ not to worry. despite what he says, he likely won't have anywhere near the chance to watch as closely as he implies. though even knowing that himself, he hopes the threat will do the job for him. ]

Glad to hear it. Any more questions?

[He considers it for a moment. It was a long shot. It was the longest shot, but,]

Are you sure you won't give a bonus for good performance?...

Hah? [ amazing. why did he ask... ]

Just who do you propose I apply for this bonus with? Our superiors who'll only contact us on their random whims to hand out ponies? If it meant they'd actually hear me out, I'd consider it... [ but don't get the wrong idea ] Not because you deserve it.

[Rude! ... says the person who was asking for a bonus before even attempting the job. Still, maybe if he can convince a bonus to get asked for... He shifts gears.]

Oh, right, right, well- even if it's not for me... It's a major motivating factor, you know? I mean, I'd be participating no matter what... but I can already imagine newbies saying, "Ah, wait, why do I need to do this?"

[ if it's motivation he wants, it's not like he even disagrees. it's simply that he has no authority to give anyone these things, let alone himself. if it were up to most of them, they wouldn't be here to begin with. ]

Sell it to ALASTAIR. They're the ones filling our ranks with brats. I'm just trying to prevent this from becoming another big mess.

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