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Who: The Eccentric, along with anyone he meets.
What: Please see here!
When: MONDAY afternoon/evening.
Where: The central plaza, right where the portal was.
Summary: YOU MAY USE ACTION TAGS SHOULD YOU SO DESIRE. Characters are free to come across this strange little hologram.
Rating: Uhhh idk. Whatever happens. Probably not above PG.

[Where there once was a blue disc that stood as the "Gate" through which Lucetians could pass through, there is now a blue figure that has the appearance of a poor-quality hologram or a ghost. It's a little old man, and he's very eager to talk to anyone that passes by.]

Hello? Hello! Excuse me, could I ask you some questions?

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Of course, of course you would! You're such a dear girl, you really are, so sweet. Thank you, thank you!

...ahem. [He hooks his cane in the crook of his arm and mimes flipping a notepad, though there is no notepad visible in the hologram.] Hmmm, let's see, what was first...yes...

Oh yes! You miss, do you know anyone that attempted to use this gate?

Yes, a few people. It didn't do what it had promised.

[There is a long pause.]

...no, my dear no no. That can't be right. That can't be, I did everything correctly! Hm yes, I applied the Shift to the surroundings...yes...

Yes yes I carried the four. Ohhh, I do hate long division.

You're the one who made the gate?

I did! Wasn't it impressive?

The idea was, but the execution was nothing but a cruel joke on people who wanted to go home.

[it's not said in a tone that implies that she's blaming the man for the side effects, not yet, but she's not happy, either.]

Oh no no my dear, no! I do not joke. Well, I do not joke cruelly, though I have been known to tell a whopper of a story now and then. It's old age! It sneaks up on you, but it goes away soon enough.

...You look so upset! I fear you must be mistaken, however. I did carry the four.

The choice itself was rather cruel. People had to decide whether they could leave friends and loved ones behind.

But the gate didn't work. Everyone who passed through it returned making animal sounds and drawing... [here she blushes a little, she had to close her journal because of people like Kai] inappropriate pictures when they tried to communicate in writing.

Well I would have made it a bit easier but I'm afraid that just isn't possible. I never do a job halfway except for when "Monocles and Wine" is on TV! Then I must watch and work must remain unfinished.

Except for this time! That should not have happened, ohhh I am so upset! [He thumps his cane against the ground.]

[monocles and wine? ...She decides to set that aside.] But there has to be a better way! If you can work for just this much then it's always possible to move further...

[but a pause.] Did you not test the gate before trying it on us?

My dear, how could I? No no, that would be impossible. I would have to test it on myself, after all; how in the world would I help you if I were gone?

You could test it on objects and animals first, not people. And admit it's just a test in the first place. Everyone got their hopes up.

Who in the world would subject themselves voluntarily to an experiment after what those barbarians have done to you all? Besides, I was so certain it would work...I triple-checked, I did!

Oh, but you cannot test this sort of thing, it really is hit-and-miss. Curses.

If it were to eventually take us home and you'd explained, I'm sure some would be willing. Most people here are suspicious because we're only given vague answers.

[mm, this isn't going anywhere.] ...Thank you for trying, though.

Well this is just terrible, just terrible. I'll need to begin again all over from scratch. Back to the drawing board.

Ohhhhh, he'll be so disappointed when he finds out!

[now that's interesting. Poking further...] He?

Yes, He! My teacher, the Great! I studied beneath him, you know. He is the best.

And both of you are interested in getting us home?

Yes, of course! The Great is the most benevolent, knowledgeable being to have ever graced this world with his presence! Yes he is the kindest of souls, though I don't think he knows how to express it properly. But who could expect him to? He's such a busy man!

I see. [He seems very enthusiastic about this person, which she takes as a good sign.] Does he have a name? ...And you too, by the way. My name is Estelle, I should have introduced myself sooner.

Oh no, I'm not permitted to say his name. He said to me, "don't call my name, your voice is annoying." But he really was just being humble! Gracious but he's such a wonderful person.

Ah, but it's a pleasure to meet you, little miss Estelle! That's a wonderful name, I do like names with Ls in them.

[...was that really a direct quote. He also dodged her question, but she decides to try again.] It's a pleasure to meet you, too. What can I call you?

Oh my, oh my! Should I think of an alias? Hmmm, I don't particularly care for my real name...

It would make things easier to know what to call you.

Yes yes. My name is quite long though, so it might be best for me to give you a nickname.

What name would I like? Hmmm hm hm hm. Timothy!

Ugh, no. That doesn't suit me at all. What about Sandra?