knew_anyway | Twelfth summoning || Political ponderings [Video]

[The video button is hit and Nat smiles at the PCD, sitting at his desk, surrounded by stacks and stacks of books and papers- an organized chaos.]

The victor of our last poll was none other than mister Alphonse Elric.

[He smiles.]

Congratulations, mister Elric on your new position as ombudsman. I look forward to working with you. [Nathaniel glances through his papers for a moment, before looking up toward the camera again.]

There's been quite a few new people. I'd like to welcome all of you- my name is John Mandrake, and I serve as the secretary for our Protection Squad. If you have any questions or concerns, I'd be honored to address them.

[He nods once and turns off the feed.]

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I'd like to talk to you about a few key points that we didn't discuss when you were simply filling in for Roy Mustang

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I'm doing the summoning tonight. If anything happens to me, please work with Alphonse and maintain calm.

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There's a problem with that, because I'm coming with you.

Al will be fine.

I apologize, miss Rei, but you're not.

You're not really in a position to tell me what to do.

If something goes wrong, you're going to need someone to beat it back.

I'm far from powerless. Adstring needs you, miss Rei. Trust me, I will record everything that transpires and give you all the information I find.

Adstringendum has plenty of people to defend it that are more than capable of stopping whatever comes to their doorstep.

You may not be powerless, but you don't have the kind of power that I do. I'm going.

[This isn't about the information, idiot, it's about whether or not you're going to die.]

I'm sorry, Rei. Look, it's not because you're- a fighter. I don't want you to be there for the same reason you want to. Please, let me do this.

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[... excuse him while he has a moment oh gosh what.]

Wow, I... really was not expecting that. Thank you, everyone. I'm honored by the faith you've put in me, and I sincerely will strive to live up to it.

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Of course. ... can I ask how close it was? I'm sure there were a few votes that were just -- well, they might not have entirely understood what they were voting for. I want to make sure this is justified.

Of course. You were almost twice the votes ahead of second place.

[He nods once.]

[Al nods, still looking a little stunned.]

Thank you.

How can I help you, Mr. Mandrake?

[He nods and takes a deep breath.]

...I want talk about what would happen in my absence.

We should account for mine, too.

I'm ready to listen.

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Is "Protection Squad" really the name everyone decided on? What was wrong with "Police Force?" [Sokka is just being nitpicky, sorry.]c

I received multiple complaints, from several different people, to be honest, and I felt that it gave off the wrong air. We're not intent on policing, we're intent on protecting. And the word 'force' gives off a feeling of violence.

Yeah, but "Protection Squad" kind of makes us sound like pansies. I'm not sure anyone's going to respect the word of a squad member.

What would you suggest?

Defense Team?

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In the event that I return from death with my Grace or strength lost to the Animus you should be prepared.

[By the way, guess who's dying? Slowly? Right now? Raphael is the best at dropping bombs.]

You are planning on dying?

Death is rarely planned. This one is just inevitable.

How long do you have?

Days.

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That is excellent news.

He will be a fine leader.

I am convinced of it.