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An una-VOID-able meeting

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*Outer lifts his hand in front of Tom's chest, willing the glowing green aura forward. A warm sensation slowly spreads through Tom's chest.*

*Healing magic is rather hard to describe, as the feeling differs between patients. Some describe it as slipping into a warm bath/hot shower after a long day. Others describe the sensation of healing magic similar to the feeling of warmth in your chest after sipping from a hot drink. There are even some who would describe it like being wrapped in a warm blanket fresh out of the dryer.*

*Gaster watches Outer and Tom carefully before glancing over at Grell.*

Gaster:...?

*Gaster gestures for Grell to come over.*
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*Murderer, having traveled a fair distance away from the Oasis, stares at the speck in surprise, which quickly morphs into curiosity.*

Murderer:.....Huh.

*He glances back at the Oasis before looking at the speck of a building in the distance. It's probably a bad idea to go alone, but he's managed to live this long, hasn't he? Checking his inventory, Murderer grins to himself. If anything happens, it's not like he can't fight his way out. He brought one of the switchblades from his room in case his magic doesn't work for some reason.*

Murderer:......heh.

*Looks like he's found something to do.*


*If anything does happen to him.... Someone will eventually realize he's missing. Right?*

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*Hemlock huffs, her height returning to what it was before Fiji collapsed.*

Hemlock:I was here to visit someone dear to me. I had nothing to do with what was occurring to the other occupants in this place at the time. At the moment, I am trying to help this one by ensuring he'll heal without repercussion. A thank-you, of sorts.

*In her hand, a strange object appears. It's circular, with four tips pointing inward. It looks almost like a halo, but not quite.*

Hemlock:Now, if you will let me work, that would be appreciated.

*With that, Hemlock reaches at the space above Fiji, grabbing three strings that seem to be connected to him. She studies them for a moment, sighing sadly.*

Hemlock:So many empty Promises.... at least now they'll be of use.

*With that, the deity feeds the strands into the tool in her hand, pulling apart the strands before weaving them together into a new shape. Her hands twist and pull at the cord at a dizzying speed. It's almost hypnotic to watch.*

*Hemlock mutters to herself as she works, though only snippets are understandable

Hemlock:A Promise of Health, to heal fully witho............... a Promise of Vigor, may his rest be deep and peac..................................a Promise of Reunion, so that he............meet again.....................

*The strands making up the cord start to glow faintly as Hemlock works.*

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*Captain bites back a grimace at the state of the phone. He shakes his head.*

Captain:I Don't. Mine Was Broken A Long Time Ago And I Never Saw The Point Of Getting It Fixed. Who Would I Call?

*He falls silent, trying to think of who may have a phone, one that may actually work here.*

Captain:One Of The Others May Have One. Most Likely Fresh?

*Blinker stares at the phone on Lieu's hand. A distorted meow sounds from the feline, causing Captain to tense.*

*Blinker rubs against Lieu, though their gaze stays fixated on Lieu's phone.*


*In the background, Night creeps toward the door. He doesn't feel comfortable sticking around with these two. Both are essentially strangers to him.*

The Mane Event

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*Stripes shrugs, looking away from Lime. Heart sighs, nodding at Lime before walking over to Stripes and nudging him.*

Heart:C'mon. I'll help ya set up.

*Stripes says nothing, and the two silently work on setting up the couch until Lime leaves the room.*

Heart:.....

Stripes:......

*Stripes is the first to break the silence, looking frustrated, but keeping his voice low to avoid drawing anymore unwanted attention.*

Stripes:You can't seriously be considering staying here after this, Heart! It's crazy!

*Heart huffs, giving Stripes a flat look.*

Heart:You think I don't know that? I don't think I really have a choice. I tried tossin' the 'Element' out of the window an' ya know what happened? I came back, Stripes. Flew straight back through the window an' hit me.

Stripes:That doesn't mean you have to stay here, Heart!

Heart:And where would I go, Stripes? I was lucky enough t' find my last apartment, an' that place was fallin' apart.

*Stripes snorts, starting to pace in his frustration.*

Stripes:With me? With your parents? Literally anywhere else, Heart! We both know nothing good will come when magic is involved. You could get hurt, or worse, killed if you stay.

*Heart's expression darkens, and Stripes doesn't dare to meet the mare's glare.*

Heart:Yeah? An' if I leave, it would probably still happen. Except you, my family, or anypony else I go t' stay with would get hurt. 's bad enough that there were Timberwolves tonight.

*Stripes freezes, looking at Heart in disbelief.*

Stripes:T....Timberwolves. Timberwolves!?! Those shouldn't even be in the city, Heart!

Heart:And yet, they were. Dunno why they were or how they got here, but they were.

*Stripes has to sit down to process this, running a hoof down his face and groaning.*

Stripes:You're crazy if you stay. Y'know that, right?

*Heart rolls her eyes, tossing the blankets she pulled from the hallway cupboard at Stripes. She bites back a laugh when the zebra gives a startled squawk.*

Heart:Probably. If I'm crazy, so are you. You're here, aren't ya?

*Stripes pulls a blanket off his head, shaking his head.*

Stripes:Yeah, yeah.

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*Solar nods, zipping back to the kitchen and starting a pot of water for the tea. He heads over to the fridge, having to check some of the bottles, before pulling out a mana drink for Dancer.*

Solar:Here you go.

*He glances over in Glory's direction.*

Solar:How do you like your tea?

An una-VOID-able meeting

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Outer:If you start to hurt at any time, even a little, just tell me, and I'll stop. It shouldn't hurt, but I'd rather not take any chances.

*Green magic surrounds Outer's hands with a soft glow.*

Outer:Would you like me to start with your chest? Or your head?
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*Elsewhere in the VOID, Murderer slips out of his room. Despite the slight headache he has, he's better than he was earlier.*

*Looking around, Murderer slips off further into the VOID. Maybe he'll find an anomaly or two to take down. It'll be something to focus on.*

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*During Fiji's rant, Hemlock says nothing. The deity's expression hardens for a moment before smoothing out. She continues to approach the meerkat as he breaks down.*

Hemlock:...

*The moment Fiji starts to fall, Hemlock leans down to catch him, seeming to grow several sizes larger in a span of seconds. Standing up, Hemlock cradles Fiji carefully in her arms, as if he were a child.*

Fell:......

*Fell stares at the Hemlock, paling slightly at the now considerably taller.... monster? Is that even a monster?? His hold tightens on Fiji's back as Hemlock carefully ducks into the room.*


*Inside, Hemlock carefully sets Fiji back on the bed, being mindful of his injured leg. She'll have to clean up after this.*

Hemlock:....

*Studying Fiji for a moment, Hemlock sighs. She knows what to give him.*

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*Captain watches the door close and shakes his head. Hopefully, this doesn't end in dust. He turns his attention to Lieu. *

Captain:Any Luck With Your Phone?

The Mane Event

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*Heart holds Lime's gaze for a moment before looking back at Stripes. She looks unimpressed when she catches the zebra glaring. The mare tilts her head toward the couch.*

Heart:You goin' to stay? It is pretty late, Stripes. We both know what it's like at this hour.

*The two stare at each other for a few seconds before Stripes huffs, muttering to himself before nodding.*

Stripes:Fine. I'll stay for tonight.

*He's silent for a moment, adding a flat,-*

Stripes:....Thanks.


*Solar watches Dizzy disappear down the hall, wondering what she was going to ask. Instead of pressing for an answer, he nods, speaking softly.*

Solar:Night, Dizzy. Sleep well.

*Solar watches Dizzy for a few more seconds before heading over to Dancer and Glory.*

Solar:Is there anything I can do to help?

An una-VOID-able meeting

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*Gaster gently shakes his head.*

Gaster:You aren't, Tom. You haven't done anything wrong.

*Outer hums quietly.*

Outer:Tom... Could I try using some green magic on you? It should help take away the pain you're feeling.
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*Fell nods, though he doesn't seem to believe that Fiji's bag is a threat. It's just a bag, isn't it?*

Fell:I'll keep that in mind. Thanks.

*Fell steps back into the main part of the infirmary, alarmed by the sight of Paige and Hemlock.*

Fell:. . . . .

*Deciding to worry about the newcomers later, as they haven't immediately started to trash the place or attack, Fell goes to grab Fiji's bag.*

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*Hemlock raises a brow, though she seems almost... amused.*

Hemlock:Oh? Do you forget your own actions and accusations?

*Hemlock gestures to the scarf around Rose's neck before gliding past her, speaking softly.*

Hemlock:Watch me if you wish to, little Reaper, if that will put you at ease. Know that it would be better for me to do this now rather than later.

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*Captain nods, glancing at the door.*

Captain:Keep In Mind He's Not The Only One To Keep An Eye Out For.