ataraxion | first shot → video;

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[the video begins with a bit of jostling as the figure in the background works to get his tablet steady. some might recognize him as the man in the background of this previous post - while some might not recognize him at all. he hasn't introduced himself as formally as his teammate.

he clears his throat, opens his mouth to speak.] I think I've been here long enough that it's going to be considered rude if I don't introduce myself. [there's a small chuckle. going for humor, north?] I've never been much for formalities, but for the sake of ease, I'm Freelancer Agent North Dakota - one of the Tranquility's newly-appointed security officers. Just .. call me North.

[there's another pause, and he looks off to the side before bringing his gaze back to the camera.] It's come to my attention that most of you that have been brought here are civilians; and while no one has encountered anything that can pose as a threat just yet, it's been mentioned that should the need arise, we're going to need to know how to protect ourselves. If anyone aboard this ship is interested, Agent Carolina and I - as well as the other security officers - are opting to begin holding training sessions for those of you that want to learn a few things. It never hurts to be prepared, right?

All of the specifics haven't been worked out just yet, but as for a general outline, you'll be learning basic self-defense as well as some general combat tactics. Hand-to-hand, that sort of thing. [military training is a go, here, people.] If you're interested, feel free to get in touch with me any time and we can start trying to set things up.

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Er... It's not really my thing, but I think I'll need it.

Do you have any experience with self-defense or CQC at all?

[because he assumes you're going to know what that means.]

Er... I'm afraid not. We tall ships don't fight.

[forgive him but he.

doesn't think you look much like a tall ship at the moment.

so he's going to look a little bit confused for a second.]

.. you're one of those that was inorganic before you came here, aren't you?

[usually he has more tact than this, of course, but being frank is probably the best thing for him right now. he doesn't meant it rudely, though, so he really hopes you don't take it that way.]

Yes, I was. And I would like some experience in self-defence before I or someone else get hit again.

[No, Stats didn't take it that way; he's used to it by now.]

[it's good that he didn't take it that way - because north would have felt pretty crappy if he had.]

Understandable. So, general self-defense up front for you. Was there anything in particular you had any other interest in? Any kind of weapons training?

[because for some reason or another he .. expects this to be a valid question.]

Er... I've never touched any weapons and... [he'd rather it stayed this way] well... I'd rather learn about what to do if someone has one.

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What about, um. Foot-to-face? That's my, ah. Area of expertise, if you will.

[.. foot-to-face?

forgive his squint.]

Foot to .. face?

Yes! I kicked a bloke in the face. Busted it right up. Very effective.

It was me.

Yes it was. Congratulations. I'll do it again, too, if you're not careful, so off you go, trying to have a conversation here.

[Aaaaand back to North.]

See? Effective. Didn't think I could do something like that, honestly. Wasn't even wearing shoes, when I kicked him. Busted him up all the same. Oh, it was brilliant.

Edited 2011-12-28 16:28 (UTC)