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[recollecters]

Posting from this network, you'd probably assume I got my job back. Hey users. For those of you who're new, my name is Zee. Sorry to say it, but you've been pulled into the Retrospec project now. Not sure what that is? Get someone else to explain it to you, there're plenty of people who've been around for way longer than deserved. So…you'd probably assume I got my job back, and I kind of did. I kind of did, but there's a funny little thing about Retrospec and memories. Let me tell you a brief story. Once upon a time, there were the four founders who came to this planet, founded the city of Recollé and started the Retrospec project. Yeah. Another planet. They're technically aliens, I might technically be an alien, some of YOU might be aliens, it's hard to say. So anyway you have the four founders: Spinnato, Cavendish, Mahoney and Vanderweele. These four created an ideal project to protect life on other planets, offer inhabitants a safe haven to recover from tragic events of their world that were being destroyed (as planets are wont to do) and "regrow" the place you once called home. The problem is that the four of them weren't entirely in agreement on what sort of people should be "worthy" of being saved, or who should be able to become part of the Retrospec project to preserve their souls and recreate what was lost. Souls are a tricky thing. I should know, given I think mine was floating around in the endless abyss for a few months while my body regenerated. There was such a controversy amongst the founders that one of them, Vanderweele, ended up wiping out an entire family line. There are relatives left from the Spinnato family. Cavendish and Mahoney decided to spearhead the project themselves and sentenced Vanderweele to life in solitary confinement. Once that happened, they began changing how the project was one. They hired some of their own family members. They changed and became the "new" Retrospec. Vanderweele's not dead though. And as a master of illusion, you can guess where this story is going. I'm not going to do this vague and hiding bullshit that the company's fond of: Vanderweele is out there and meddling with the affairs of this city to overthrow and regain control of the project. All of these weird storms that are happening, the things that mess with your soul? That's Vanderweele's work. So why am I telling you this? …Vanderweele got to Retrospec. A lot of you asked if Retrospec knew I was alive again and at the time I didn't know if they did or not, so when I got back to this layer (thank you, by the way. All of you.), I went to headquarters. Everyone inside doesn't even seem to remember that they were working on the project. I don't know WHAT he did, but their memories…everything's scrambled. The entire tech department resigned and I'm not sure if Maurice thinks he's working in a normal mailroom or what. They're almost on the same layer that you guys are before you wake up. Or that's how it seems anyway. I hate to be the bearer of bad news, but it looks like it's just you and me. We need to start moving and putting a stop to this to fix everything. I'm not saying you have to. If you want to sit this one out, fine, but I have a feeling most of you want to do something about this. Bring people back to themselves. That kind of thing. You're all pretty stubborn from what I've noticed and that's the good thing. There are some things I need to check. I'm learning how everything works here and I'm trying to understand all of their notes, not to mention I need to retrieve a few things and wait for a field agent but you'll hear from me soon. I have an idea, but these things take time. Stick together. Talk to each other. Keep focused. Oh. I guess also I should mention I moved offices? I'll be staying at headquarters for a while but my remote office is easier to access. Head to the public library, you should be set to get past the scanners on the back of the building and the door will appear for you. I'll be reachable by text, too. Good luck. Be in touch soon. Zee Carlisle Hiring Manager Retrspec Incorporated Characters' display names are the same as whatever has been previously chosen and are permanently locked in! Please feel free to use this post as a network mingle. Every toplevel can be considered a new post, and threadjacking is permitted. No NPC response will be given, though you're free to hit up his individual inbox later. As a friendly reminder, you may also claim one of this month's freebie by submitting a thread from this mod post. This thread must be 10 comments from you and submitted before AC closes.

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un: rinkas

[psykick]

So, my power getting messed up last month, was Vanderdick?

As soon as I figure out how to do this dope ass kick past me knew, I will come help kick his ass.

[motiv8]

As far as we know, anyway, yes.

How's that been going, by the way? Staying solid?

[psykick]

Yeah, I'm starting to get the hang of it! Like, I don't really have to think about it constantly anymore. It just kind of always in the back of my mind.

[motiv8]

Ah, that's good! I have to admit, I've been kind of worried. Just haven't really had time to reach out and check up with the fire and everything...

Glad to see things are working out, though.

[psykick]

Things have been kind of hectic, haven't they? Thank you though!

I actually lost them for a little bit toward the end of the month. Not sure how that happened. But someone else got them and talking them through not sinking the floor was... strangely helpful.

[but WOW is she glad her powers are back where they should be, IN HER and not Derek]

[motiv8]

Sure have... I feel like I could sleep for a month.

Yeah, something similar happened to me, I switched powers with someone else for an afternoon. It was kind of interesting trying out someone else's skill set, but I think mine really messed with him... I'm just glad all that's over. Here's hoping it stays over.

[psykick]

A month long nap. That would be nice. If you figure out how to produce this mythical napping month, please let me know.

Messed with him? What are your powers? If it's okay for me to ask.

[motiv8]

Will do.

Ah, the guy you're talking to downstream, actually... I've noticed I can kind of sense people that I can't see? So like if people are behind a door or hiding or something, I just instinctively know someone's there. It doesn't usually bother me, but I think he was sensing everyone at once or something because he was kind of freaking out.

[psykick]

Whoa. That's kind of cool actually. Like, people wouldn't be able to sneak up on you.

[motiv8]

Yeah, that's basically how it winds up working out for me. It's been useful in keeping me from getting flanked, at any rate

So like I said, it's not a problem for me. But I can guess being hyper-aware of where everyone is at all times would be pretty weird if it were just suddenly a thing you were dealing with out of nowhere.

I mean, it was for me once, too, but even then I don't recall it being that strong. It's weird.

Re: un: rinkas

[flametheif40]

OH SWEET! You got some!?

and ouch, sorry...I know the feeling...my magic was being screwed around too, my form was unstable...and holy crap it hurt.

Anyway, whats your power? :)

Re: un: rinkas

[psykick]

Ow. Mine didn't hurt, but it kind of freaked me out when it transferred itself to someone else. Like, no stealing my powers allowed!

Oh, I can turn myself intangible and phase through things.

Re: un: rinkas

[flametheif40]

Agreeded!

Although mine was more a trade I didn't sign up for.

He had super senses and it drove me NUTS!

Oh wow! That sounds awesome! So were you the best spy in the world?

Re: un: rinkas

[psykick]

Uh... I don't think she did anything like that? She worked in a cafe. And went to high school.

Though someone DID hate her enough to burn down her house...

Re: un: rinkas

[flametheif40]

Oh, that sounds pretty calming, the school stuff not your house getting set on fire...

By any chance is she better at some subjects then you are? Cause THAT would be super helpful and possibly the best use of these memories.

Re: un: rinkas

[psykick]

Yeah. Her house getting burned down sucked. I think her dad might have been home...

[suddenly realizing i haven't given her the memory of her dad saving the neighbors OOPS THIS TOOK A TURN]

I don't know if she was better? I haven't gotten any memories of her actually being AT school. I just know because of her uniform.

Re: un: rinkas

[flametheif40]

okay whoever set your house on fire is an offical dick.

Not along the same lines as Vanderdick but still.

Her uniform? Did you get it in the mail?

Re: un: rinkas

[psykick]

there was a girl there, about the same age as she was. and a guy who could control fire. he looked pretty shady.

no. i've just gotten some memories of her wearing it. and she recognized someone as a schoolmate because he wore her school's uniform.

Re: un: rinkas

[flametheif40]

A shady fire guy? How shady? Was he the dick that set your house on fire?

Cause seriously, I have fire magic, but I wouldn't set someone's house on fire like a maniac

[True, but, you threatened some bats last month...so, can you really say much on the "maniac" department?]

[motiv8]

Ah. Sorry about that, by the way.

[flametheif40]

Dude! It wasn't your fault! It's okay, although...I'm pretty freaking sorry that your first impression of me is probably "crazy fire dude".

How do you even keep a straight face in public with those powers of yours man?

[motiv8]

With Retrospec, I think just about any first impression you get of someone's going to be less than stellar. Don't worry about it.

Honestly, it just doesn't bother me that much. I was already on pretty high alert around people before I got that power back, so now that I have it it doesn't feel too much different than normal. Just makes it harder to sneak up on me, I guess.

[flametheif40]

Well...i guess on the bright side...it can't get much worse right?

I met one of my school mates when he changed into a T-rex and almost ate me...

I started to play nicer in general since then.

[motiv8]

Yeah, I'm pretty sure you've gone and set the bar in hell on yourself, there.

1/2

[flametheif40]

CHALLENGE ACCEPTED!