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[briefly]

[The video clicks on to reveal Poppy, though those of you who have met her before might notice that she's looking considerably different. Not just her hair, but her features as well, have suffered subtle changes, enough to make you question her identity, but maybe not completely disbelieve that Super Belle and Poppy Chadwick might be the same person.]

Right. There we go.

Hello, all. You may know me as Poppy Chadwick.

[Deep breath.]

Those of you who remember my last post... I'm afraid there was a very intention behind my questions. I am considered a superhero in my home world: Super Belle. I don't suppose anyone is familiar with that name.

[anyway-] My real identity is - was a secret, and I'm sure you'll understand why this is a bit difficult for me, but - my time here has led me to believe this is for the best. I've recently joined the security team as Super Belle, so if there's anything you require, I'd be happy to offer my help.

[Pause. This feels awkward, but she got through it. Good for her!]

... I suppose that's it for me. Thank you for listening.

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[rubblegoddess]

[IMPRESSED! Have a smile.]

Oh, I see. Does this mean if I'm in trouble, I should call you? Do you have any super powers? Super strength? Super speed?

[briefly]

Indeed! If that bodyguard of yours ever fails to show up, that is.

Super strength. And flight, though I suppose that won't do much good here.

[rubblegoddess]

You know, maybe you could meet him. Coordinate. And the others, too.

[What others? Juliana's imaginary protection squad, that's who. That is to say, everyone who's ever been nice to her here.]

I wonder if you could arm wrestle him...

[briefly]

I would be happy to show you. And him. But sorry - the others?

[makedo]

Super Belle.

[ does anyone actually take her seriously with a name like that ] Did you pick that yourself?

[briefly]

[Her biggest rival is called Mr Marvellous. You should see the rest.]

Yes I did. Why do you ask?

[makedo]

You didn't seem retarded last time we talked.

[ he would have an aneurism. or endless mocking opportunities. probably both. ]

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[doggedly]

right but belle as in bella
or bell as in huge massive iron and ringing

[briefly]

As in French for beautiful.

[yeah, she said it.]

[doggedly]

that was my guess you know
but i wanted to be sure


super beautiful
might come off as a bit boastful if it werent so true given the evidence

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[invis]

What's your super power, Super Belle?

[briefly]

I have several, actually. Super strength, flight, invulnerability. It's rather the norm where I come from.

[invis]

Then why did you start keeping your identity secret? Was it because of someone on the Tranquility?

video.

[wigs]

[Effie is in awe. Any superhero worth their salt should be named something like Super Belle.]

Was your life very exciting, back in your world? I can only imagine -- having to juggle two identities sounds like hard work. [And no doubt very GLAMOROUS.]

[briefly]

[Only you understand, Effie!]

I should say so, to both things. I thought I would have the same trouble here, but - apparently not. Or hopefully not. There's a lot less at stake.

[wigs]

I wouldn’t be so certain about that. [Despite the grimness of her words, Effie’s tone remains cheerful, like she’s talking about the latest fashion trend that’s all the rage in the Capitol.] Horrifying things have been known to happen on this ship.

video.

[deprecate]

[ oh hey remember this guy. ]

... Seriously, though. Jesus. You're not actually Irene though, are you?

[ since she can obviously change her appearance. ]

[briefly]

[oooh no you di'int]

Please, don't insult me.

[deprecate]

How's that an insult. Look, you changed your hair and all.

[jilt]

Aren't you just full of surprises.

[briefly]

[You again...]

Still concerned?

[jilt]

Yes, actually.

[ bothering u 4-eva ]

[avengeful]

... Huh.

Superhero. [He smiles a little at that.] Maybe the Kent Clark reporter thing should've tipped me off.

[briefly]

Not a reporter. Not entirely. Mostly a radio host.

[avengeful]

That's definitely a new one, a superhero being a radio host.

Which job would you prefer?