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[amygdalae]

[Soooooo.

Bruce isn't exactly sure where he is, but its pretty clear he isn't in Kansas New York anymore. Or even America, for that matter. Possibly Earth too, considering his attempts to get information.]

Um.

[Should he be using this thing? Its kind of... yeah. Suspicious. Its not everyday you fall asleep to wake up somewhere else with a strange device on you. (Well okay, the first part is something that’s happened while the second... actually, nevermind that.)

At least the place is... interesting. For a lack of a better word.]

If there’s anybody out there watching this - I would appreciate it if I could have an explanation about--all of this. [Gesturing to his surroundings in question for emphasis, which is a nice shot of one of the districts for a few moments before its broken by the aborable sounds of a Meow Wow as it starts to jump up and down, taking the screen each time.]

[...yeah so after a bit Bruce angles the device back at him, awkwardly scratching the back of his head.] I did try asking, but I don’t think a couple of ‘kupos’ and a cat-thing following after me is exactly the answer I’m looking for.

[Attempts to put on a smile here. Just... help him out here, please? He would appreciate it, really.]

Comments

[visual]

[raisethemoon]

How wonderful! 'Tis good, to find friends here. [She's a pony, Bruce. Friends are friends are friends are friends are friends~]

I am Princess Luna. 'Tis a pleasure to meet thee.

[blitz_of_gold]

[Grins and lets her auto-translation turn off and speaks in terrible, terrible English.]

Howdy, partner! Lets be workin' togethura, capiche? Aloha!

[video]

[alwaysfaithful]

[The feed shows the youngman of nineteen, feeling sympathy for the older man.]

The place you are in now currently is called Traverse Town. The device you have can transmit audio or video to the whole network of people or (I asumme) a locked post to certain people. I've been here for quite a while, even though I was gone for a few months. There's a hotel that some residents stay at. It's not the best but it beats sleeping outside.

My name is Chris Ramirez.

[video]

[the_mechanic]

[In the flesh. Or residual-self-image, whatever, it's irrelevant, yes, it's Tony. He has to admit he's a little shocked to see someone he actually recognizes, he just didn't figure his luck would work that way. It's been a while since he saw Bruce, and he's oddly glad for that, actually, considering the condition of his house, at the moment, he's glad he didn't have anyone else to worry about evacuating and oh god, new train of thought, please yes, god.]

Same difference, really, if you think about it, which I don't recommend, because honestly, the more I think about it, the more I just want someone to knock me out with a blunt object and not wake me until it's over. Or ever, maybe, but only if they can promise no more dreams.

Oh yeah, by the way, you dream when you sleep here. Dreams in the dream world. It's like Inception, but the Nickelodeon version, and the reruns are hell.

[He wipes a hand down his face, tugging on his beard. Maybe he needed to physically cover his mouth to physically stop talking. Maybe his face itched.]

But, yeah, hi, long time no see, how's... where have you been, anyway, it really has been a while.

[visual]

[amygdalae]

[Well excuse him he's not a pony, he turns into a giant green ragemonster.]

Nice to meet you too. The name's, uh, Bruce. Bruce Banner.

[ATTEMPTS A SMILE??]

[amygdalae]

[Whoa okay he didn't see that coming, that's for sure.

Have a startled blink for a few moments before Bruce slowly regains himself.]

...for what it's worth, that was a decent attempt?

[video]

[amygdalae]

[The babbling is... strange, mostly because he's only been exposed to you for under 72 hours and that's not exactly the best basis for a friendship. But its nice to know that you seem to be okay. He thinks.]

Uh--right. [Have a blink, Tony. He's still trying to get used to everything, so forgive him if Bruce is a little slow.] I've never watched Inception before.

[Kind of hard to when you're on the run--anyway.

Um.]

'A while'?

[visual]

[raisethemoon]

[She turns into scary black rageponies sometimes. Well, once. We don't talk about it.]

I presume the others have already informed thee of the hotel and the like?

[blitz_of_gold]

[Stupid! of course you only sounded like an idiot! Fate averted her eyes, ashamed.]

I'm sorry, Nanoha tried to teach me some English without the translator once and I thought...

I'm not very good at this- I didn't even get your name did I?

[video]

[the_mechanic]

[You'll get used to it, most people don't actually listen to him. At all. For their own sanity's sake.]

Really? Well, can't remedy that now, the entertainment here seems limited to... well, null. Minus social interaction, Nightmare baiting and dream-world exploration.

[He gives Bruce a look, kind of assessing.]

Yeah, a while. You hung around for a while, then took off to do your loner act, or something, and good timing, by the way. Are you clairvoyant or was that just innate self-preservation?

[He's not being vague on purpose, honest.]

[video]

[amygdalae]

[Right okay he already got most of that by now, but having people confirm it is always good. And there's other info he hadn't heard about yet!]

Bruce Banner. [Introduces himself back with a small smile.] Thanks for all of that - its always nice to be certain.

But you said you left for a few months?

[visual]

[amygdalae]

[Basically don't piss each other off and everyone will be fine, is what you're saying.]

Yes, they have. [Small nod.] Everyone has been very helpful.

[amygdalae]

[Oh Fate, its alright. At least you tried.

Attempts to put on a smile to be encouraging!]

It's a good attempt, like I said. You just need some more practice.

[But yes, that aside...]

Sorry I didn't introduce myself. My name is Bruce Banner.

[video]

[amygdalae]

[Bruce will listen to you, Tony, because you are a nice guy no matter what other people say.]

We can always try that when you're up for it. Or something.

[For science!! And all that jazz.

Also he's going to give you a blank look here now. He... hung around? What?]

Uh--are we on the same page here? I think I'm missing something here.

[letteropener]

[Just because she's adapted to this world of mostly-humans doesn't mean she hasn't lived on a pony-filled world for hundreds and hundreds of years.]

If I had to guess, it will simply appear as if you nodded off briefly.

[Her serene expression becomes distinctly playful.] I hope if you were with anypony, they don't tease you too badly.

[blitz_of_gold]

[Fate works a grin onto her face and bow's slightly.]

Thank you, Mr. Banner. I still think we should try and meet. At the very least, we can try and get used to this together.

[colorbymemory]

[Oh, dear, another newcomer confused by the Moogles. At least it looks like the others are trying to fill in the gaps.]

If there's anything the Moogles couldn't explain well, the others and I can help. I think you found one of your friends?

[amygdalae]

[Well, considering that he was with Tony and he's here...]

I'm sure that won't be the case, but it doesn't matter. I'll be fine.

[amygdalae]

I certainly don't mind that. It is a good idea.

[amygdalae]

[The others have filled in a lot of gaps, yes. Don't worry about it.]

I think I've been given the basic gist by now. [Smiles.] And--yes, I have.

[blitz_of_gold]

I believe that I will try and organize something in the First District. I will leave a message on the comm when I figure it out.

[amygdalae]

I'll keep an eye out for it then. Thanks for doing this.

[video]

[whoseesbynight]

It would maybe be nicer if it efur stopped being evening, but that's not too bad.

[shadearchivist]

Is there any other way I can be of assistance?

[letteropener]

[Celestia hardly knows the connection... and her knowledge of Tony mostly revolves around his excellent taste in music.]

Have you received adequate instruction from the moogles? Is there any aid you need in adjusting... at least, which can be readily provided?