Tenth Summoning || Video || Sometimes I hate the line I walk

[knew_anyway]

[The feed starts with Nathaniel sitting at his desk, contemplatively glancing toward a few papers- notes- as he considers his words carefully, before looking up, directly into the screen and beginning to speak.]

Shortly before his departure from Adstringendum, Colonel Roy Mustang resigned from his position of Ombudsman. As this was in the height of our last event, I decided to postpone the reelection until after the panic died down a little. Having kept up with the work, I can assure any potential applicants that the workload will not be overwhelming, and I would be pleased to assist in any way I can.

It should be volunteer basis only, and the next Ombudsperson should be elected from the pool of potential volunteers. I will warn everyone who applies- it is a demanding position. However, you will get the satisfaction of helping the community decisions, as well as the opportunity to listen to many different viewpoints. I would highly encourage anyone with an interest in peace and organization to apply. You may respond to this post with any signs of interest.

[A deep breath, and Nathaniel steeples his fingers.]

Furthermore, there are a few more things regarding this 'Police Force' that I would like to address. Firstly is the name itself- I believe that it detracts from our overall goal and gives a bad impression. We are not intent on policing the people at this time, we are only concerned with protecting them. While we do intend to lock up dangerous civilians, it is only out of concern for others; and in a case where the people are altered by an event, only for the duration of the event.

We are not here to control your lives; we are here to help you live them safely. For this reason, I suggest we change the name of our organization to the 'Protection Squad'. Any further suggestions will be welcome.

[Nathaniel pauses one final time, considering his next words very carefully.]

...there have been... concerns brought to me about my level of involvement in this Protection Squad. Some believe that my assuming Jean Louis' secretary position, as well as Cabal's research division and temporarily doing the Ombudsperson's tasks, that I have been attempting to... take everything over. [He swallows hard, but forces himself to keep eye contact with the camera.] I assure you all that this is not the case. My only concerns have been with upholding the integrity of our Protection Squad- keeping it organized, keeping it running smoothly. While I... realize that my work-oriented nature does not attain me much social approval, I would like to reiterate that I will answer any and all questions and concerns.

Additionally, I would like to remind everyone that positions in the protection squad are open and on a volunteer basis- I do the amount of work that I do for lack of assistants or other volunteers. Our research positions are desperately in need of people, as well as our communications, planning, and the patrols themselves.

[Nathaniel takes another deep breath.]

Thank you.

[And the feed is cut.]

[Text file || Updated as volunteers apply]
Please consider the following volunteers for the role of Ombudsperson:

Alphonse Elric
Hitsugaya Toushirou

Comments

[Video]

[hits-then-heals.livejournal.com]

Are there any requirements that volunteers need for this protection squad, or once you volunteer are you automatically a member of it without the need of expression what sort of skills we might have?

Regardless, I'd like to join.

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

No requirements- only that the volunteers understand what it is they're involving themselves in and accept the liability and potential danger. There are several branches to join, and several things that is expected of each.

[A slight smile.]

Thank you. What sort of work would you be most interested in doing- while we focus on protection, we also are trying to create research, education, healing, and organization branches.

[Video // Private // Unhackable]

[flameandpassion]

Are people still insisting that you're taking it over.

[She sounds the most irritated.]

[Video // Private // Unhackable]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

More or less.

[Morosely.]

Edward and Alphonse Elric in particular, though Miss Unohana is unhappy with my actions as well. I'm concerned that they might try something.

[Video--Private]

[wingsandwill.livejournal.com]

[Castiel still looks exhausted; last week's event was extremely hard on him. But it was the event itself, and what it had reminded him of, that's prompting him to reconsider this entire 'police' or 'protection' force or whatever it's going to be called now. Not the risks of such a force; he's only been reminded of them, in the worst way, but of how he should handle it.

It might be better to become more involved.]

What do the research positions entail?

[Video--Private]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

It depends. Mostly, I feel that we should gear our studies toward the Animus firstly- pushing ourselves to understand them and exactly how they effect us, so we can maintain a hope at all of overcoming future events. Secondly, the very mechanics of this world- exactly how people, buildings, plants and animals are pulled in and how they leave. If we can accomplish that, we might be able to fix what the scientists broke, years ago.

[Video PRIVATE JUST BECAUSE]

[deceptiondealer.livejournal.com]

[Oh yes, he listened to all of that- he listens quite well when he remembers to look over the network, but-]

Oh dear, you sound as if you could use a good cup of tea.

[Video PRIVATE JUST BECAUSE]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

[He sighs, his shoulders sag.]

-I could.

[Video]

[al_truism]

... I would like to volunteer for the force. And for the role of Ombudsman.

[He doesn't particularly like the idea of being in a position of power, but. Desperate times.]

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

...thank you. I'll put your name down on the list of applicants.

[He sighs.]

The list might be short, you know. I don't know if anyone else would apply.

[video]

[scarysnakelady]

Hey, look at that, exactly what I said last month.

[Anko is cynical and bitter and... probably actually not a bad addition to this, if someone can convince her to join up.]

[video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Odd. I'm fielding the same concerns that I faced last month- thus, it has been readdressed.

[Smoothly. He knows how to deal with your type.]

[Video]

[buntails.livejournal.com]

[She's not after the role of this leader; she has her senshi and her own responsibilities. But she's definitely willing to keep supporting the newly-renamed protection squad.]

I know you're trying hard to do what's best for everyone. I'll support whoever is chosen, too.

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Thank you.

[A slight smile.] I appreciate it.

[video]

[iceandivory.livejournal.com]

You wouldn't be able to.

[He pauses before perhaps realizing that he should clarify.]

Take over, I mean.

[video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Yes. I realize that. It is not my desire to, either. People are just- wary of... this.

[Video]

[genkireaper]

[Botan's still not sure of how to address this, but still... While she busies herself with other projects, if it's to help maybe she should stop holing up back in her house. Especially after someone 'teasingly' called her a one-woman army. It felt... Weird.]

I'm not sure what I can do but I was set as an assistant back in my home world, and usually fly around the city anyway...

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Assistant- clerical work?

[Video]

[toxickiss]

I see you finally got around to changing the name. It's definitely an improvement, though some will still be hung up about the original one. Human nature 'n' all that to hold grudges over what an original name could mean for the entire intention. Trust me, I know people.

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

It was on my list of things to do. At the time, there were more pressing matters at hand.

[Private Video]

[makemehrrr.livejournal.com]

[Guess who.]

I'm still wil~ling to help- despite the severe lack of trust those who judge me from first encounters have.

[Because he certainly remembers being asked- oh perhaps if only he'd forgotten.]

[Private Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

[A slight smile.]

I appreciate it. You seem to have a knowledge for the comings and goings of this place- that will be very handy.

[Video]

[exarmatio]

I'm willing to do what I can to help. Whatever that may be.

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

What aspect would you feel most comfortable in? We have patrols, research, healing, clerical work, and some other tasks that we require assistance with.

[Video]

[amethyst-gaze.livejournal.com]

You've still got my full support, Mandrake-san- and so will any new additions.

[There's no smiles today, just a serious expression not many ever see unless there's important shit to do and he doesn't feel like acting like a goof.]

If I can help in any other way-

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

[He nods once.]

You operated as a detective of sorts, correct?

video

[saintedsinner]

-=There's a bit of a pleased smile on his face. Hey, he's listening and his little brother's up there. Awesome.=-

video

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Acceptable?

[Video//Private//Unhackable]

[feel-nevermore.livejournal.com]

[A smirk.] Take over? And nobody told you you were speading yourself thin? [You know, John... You remind her of Robin sometimes.]

I'd like to see you to talk about the patrols.

Also that change of name? Very good idea.

[Video//Private//Unhackable]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

[A weak smile.] It might have been mentioned once or twice.

The patrols? We've gathered some new recruits, as well as someone who can teach them first aid and basic healing. I'll address that in my next post- is there anything else you think I should mention?

Thank you. [He nods.]

Video

[golden_hawke]

-=The first time Hawke's been able to listen to something from Mandrake in quite some time. He thinks about it all very carefully before saying anything.=-

I thank you for saying this. -=A bit of a dip with his head.=-

I seems that you must learn to trust us as much as we should learn to trust you. -=Though he by no means is stating that he trust Mandrake by any stretch.=-

Video

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

It seems so.

[A thin smile.]

I'd like to apologize for the way I treated you when I first arrived. I was new to this place and very- confused.

video;

[babblewitch.livejournal.com]

If this proves to happen and not be just words, then I suppose I could get behind it.

video;

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

I'm doing my best to ensure that, ma'am.

[bunny_flower]

Thank you for this, Mandrake-san.

Given my position, I feel it would be unwise of me to claim any standing within this organisation. However, I am fully willing to stay in an advisorial capacity and to help out whenever needed.

((OOC: Also, the mun is lolling forever at John thinking Unohana might want to take over. She really can eb that scary, it seems!))

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

Your current role as the owner of the clinic helps plenty. As long as you continue to treat our wounded, I believe you to be a very helpful ally to the protection squad.

Your advice and opinions are most welcome as well.

[video]

[taijiya]

[Too bad about the Colonel. Sango is a little wary, though.]

That seems like a better name, yes. [She, as one of the patrol-people, likes it much better. Protecting people is a Thing.] This--election--when do you think it'll take place?

[video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

I'm trying to gather volunteers right now. It might take awhile- probably in a week?

[Video]

[mere_shopkeeper]

If you don't mind me asking... What exactly does this Ombudsman position entail?

[Video]

[knew-anyway.livejournal.com]

The base of it is simply trying to act in the best interest of the public- like a public representative. We're all trying to keep the public in mind, but the ombudsperson would be focused entirely on making sure that our policies and developments were well received, as well as fielding and bringing up any complaints.