[audio] @HK; [open] (BACKDATED TO JUST BEFORE CLARA'S POST)

[catholicisms]

( hey there, beacon bits! There are some intrepid adventurers here to discuss some discoveries, and … well, it’s a bit of a good news, bad news situation…

Let’s start with the good news, huh? Matt will start them off. )

A group of us went to explore the tunnels, and we successfully made it into the lab. If you try the code 071969, you should be able to get in yourself. We only explored the fork to the left, there might be still more to discover down there. Possibly another entrance, hard to say.

( with that, the device is handed off to Minimus. )

We have found several documents and machinery within, including the equipment Dr. Solis used to fix lanterns. Having tested it briefly, it also scans it for basic information on our well-being. There are a collection of her notes on her computer, though they will take a longer visit to fully review. Unfortunately, the doctor herself was nowhere to be seen.

( Minimus holds it steady as he passes it to Kuai. )

It’s worth noting that something, or someone, was aware of the labs location before we arrived. There’s footsteps in the woods that lead to and away from it, as if someone was attempting to peer through the windows. It was difficult to tell from the footprints if it’s human or a spirit, but either way if you’re out there remain vigilant. It would be wise to draw as little attention to it as possible.

The remains of the Doctor’s lantern are by the machine. I fear it’s too late to try and revive her - but maybe someone who understands her notes better will have success.

( last words fall to Matt. )

If you want to check it out yourself, either of the three of us can help you there. And any questions, we can try to answer… but a lot of it might require explorations of your own.



( ooc: expect answers from any of the three fellas! )

Comments

@silent | voice

[callada]

This is some good work. Don't know how I can help exactly, but if anyone has suggestions, I'm here to take them. Hoping our science types can make some sense of what's in there.

How safe were the tunnels? Any problems?

@Ultra_Magnus | voice

[legalcy]

They were relatively safe compared to the forest. I will work on creating a sign for the tunnels to ensure that future explorers do not get lost if they must take the underground route.

[callada]

That would be helpful until someone has time to investigate the other fork. I'm glad there's a safe way to get around, though. How long was the walk?

[legalcy]

We took several minutes to find our way to the fork due to our unfamiliarity with the area. With the proper lighting, the walking time could be reduced to less than half an hour underground, assuming one entered from the gate and walked as a typical pace.

[callada]

That's not bad at all. I'll see about making time to look around down there. As long as they're cleared out and patrolled regularly, this could be a big help.

[catholicisms]

That's a good idea. I suppose we might want to see where the other fork heads so we can label both sides of the tunnel.

( it's an explore option for the future... )

[legalcy]

That is understandable. We should organize an expedition once I have the sign up.

[catholicisms]

Sounds like a plan. I'll come along, if you don't mind.

[legalcy]

Granted. I will keep you in mind.

[catholicisms]

Thanks, Minimus. I appreciate it.