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[audio] @kingofwei HERE WE GO

[he sounds tired. They probably all do, after all of that.]

My friends...

I'm sure I don't need to state the obvious, but we are just now seeing the full extent of this disaster. If you have not yet looked to see the bluff where the lighthouse used to be, take a moment and behold. This is hardly the first time the ferry hasn't come, but everything else....well. It is a tragedy on all sides.

First, I would like those who can to check in. Who is still here, and are you all alright? Now that we have a moment to breathe, report in if you can. We must take stock of who is genuinely missing, versus those who are just too busy to use the Grandmaster's alert system.

Second, can we have reports on what is destroyed and what still stands? I have spent my energy moving torches and redirecting water around the Bonfire. It is mostly safe, as far as I can tell, but Master Rastus is missing entirely. What of the village and the downtown on the other sides of the river? How do they fare? Has anyone been able to reach the Keeper, Dr. Solis, or anyone else with the network?

[a pause, a deep breath. Rosinante, buddy, this is on you]

Now is the time we need leadership, more than any other. We can discuss and debate the options later but for the moment, I would like for all of you to trust me and allow me to take charge. Temporarily, if nothing else. I have led my kingdom through war and disaster on a similar level before, I will do everything in my power to lead us out of this and to recovery and reorder, swiftly and carefully. I have been asked by some to step up, and so I shall. If you will let me. If there are no objections, simply ask me for a direction and I will point you toward a need that your skills can meet. What we need first is to take stock of what we have and what is missing: people, supplies, and shelter. From there, we will move forward one step at a time.

If you will not have me, then feel free to say so and I will not waste my time. Meanwhile, I will be moving torches back to the Bonfire Square until I drop from fatigue.

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[He did say he'd support him and a leader doesn't look legitimate without at least a few people visibly backing him up. Rather than keeping quiet as is his preference on the network, he'll just have to pitch in his two cents. Or two beris. It's not like there's money here anyway.]

I've been focusing for the time being on search and rescue on the north end of town. Unfortunately it's pretty quiet outside The Invincible and the Landmark. If people never made it to those locations before the flood, it seems like they might have had more trouble than those who did.

From what I've seen so far, the museum looks to have been hit badly. Like the lighthouse, it looks like some of the cliff under it collapsed. I know Riku used to spend a lot of time there and I haven't seen him since the rain started.

I'd like to keep searching, but I'd also like to get some bridges rebuilt so we can get help back and forth. Let me know which you think is the higher priority.

What happened to the Lighthouse?

( there's a clear note of unease in his tone. which, from Matt, means HIGH KEY PANIC. he might be the last remaining member of the Robin Stan club, but he's basically president, so he has a Concern. )

I'm still here. [Although she hasn't spoken to him just yet.] My name is Hana.

I'm not sure all that I'd be able to do in my state, but I'll assist in helping any way possible. I think the village took some hefty damage.

[ he's got no outright objections, in fact feels relief at someone stepping up to organize things after this mess. ]

Fitz here, er... I've been at the Invincible, doing all right now that water's dropped. [ there was a bit there when he'd thought he's only hear rain and waves forever. ] Before things got too soggy I nicked a bunch of stuff from Town Hall, records and whatnot. Didn't get everything but it's something. I think.

[Duster turns on the tablet with his not-broken hand.]

Greenhouse has some broken glass, but it's safe.

[And lies down to rest.]

[In an obviously exhausted tone.]

I'm okay.

There's lots of people I haven't seen since the flood, though.

[There's a noticeable edge of strain in his voice, the words are rushed and nervous-sounding as Quentin hurries through the message.]

I'm still here. I-- uh, I can't seem to reach a lot of people, but that might just be because the tablets are maybe not working? That could be a thing that is happening. I tried to go back to the cabins, but the bridge is washed out. All the ones I tried were gone, but I'll keep trying. Maybe I missed one. I don't know.

Do you need a hand? Not with the, you know, leadership, but the torches? Before I head back out?

This is Jason...[He hasn't seen the other Jason in some time, but still out of habit he quickly adds.] Grace. I'm still in the Invincible and conducted a head count there just this morning -- it's why I knocked on your door earlier. Of the 20 rooms, 14 are still occupied and I believe only two of those rooms have more than one person in them.

I've started cleaning up and sorting debris both downstairs and along the river. There's...a lot. Some of it is salvageable, but most of it we can probably get rid of. I'll leave the piles out for others to sort through though, just in case. It's going to be difficult to check out the rest of Beacon without the bridges. I think our focus should remain on clean up and repair first -- but if you want someone who can fly to check out any other areas I can do that.

[There's a pause, like maybe Jason is about to cut the feed, and in a way he does because he switches the next part to a more PRIVATE response. This next part is meant for Cao Pi alone.]

Thank you, Cao Pi, for stepping up like this. I can tell you are reluctant to do so, maybe because I was in a similar position once myself after a tragedy...but that just makes it more important that we have someone at the forefront since there seems to be so much uncertainty right now. Even if your current position as leader is temporary, I understand you taking the reins as you have. We've cooperated well in the past and I think that is going to be in our best interest to continue as such in the future. That being said, it might not be a bad idea to discuss a form of leadership that is less one person in charge and more of a senate or council.

I know, I know we aren't trying to form a government right now, but if we're going to be dividing up tasks and talking of leadership, now seemed like the time to express my concerns.

You did ask, after all.

I would vouch for your leadership, though I fear my word holds little weight.

[Someone is spiraling into self-loathing about not being able to save everyone single handedly.]

I had hoped that the church would be overflowing with those who are returning to us, but that was too hopeful even for me. I've not seen many of the residents, nor any sign of Robin or Rastus. Have many checked in with you? Do you know which bridges have been rebuilt? I can start working on any of them.

[He has a feather to follow afterall.]

Lord Cao Pi! This is Pudding, we met briefly not long after April's ferry. I'm glad to hear that you're alright.

I don't know you well, but I'm glad to look to you in the immediate. Being willing to stand up in crisis shows you in a good light!

[ She sounds incredibly earnest. She also does believe her own words, even if she doesn't trust just about anyone. Still, a strong voice stepping forward after disaster is familiar, and that is its own kind of comforting. ]

I've been keeping close tabs on the entire supply contents of The Invincible. I did a thorough food and medical supply inventory as things were packed and moved upstairs. At the moment, there are also 35 unclaimed torches in the upper floors.

I have a good mind for lists and for maps. I might not be much for physical labor, but I'll happily keep on top of inventory to the absolute best of my ability. I've been making use of the notes - app, they call it? - in the tablet and transcribing copies to paper as I have time.

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