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[mightofdemacia]

It has come to my attention.

[The feed is of Garen, in his office, wearing his uniform and looking like a million dollars; everything that needs polished is, not a hair out of place, crisply pressed--the works.

However off setting this is his expression. It is flat. It is neutral. It is...clearly hiding emotions underneath. As always, his first Pokémon--now a Doublade hovers over his right shoulder, and flanking his left is his Magneton.]

That perhaps I need to reintroduce myself. I am not one for public speaking but I also feel that I need to apologize, and inform.

My name is Garen Crownguard, Sword of the Savior. My family name if not familiar to you need not have any weight, nor should my rank within the Swords need to be expressly stated; for we are all citizens of Union.

[He folds his hands together on his desk, and glances down at them a moment before looking up again.]

That being said, I need all of the current members of the Swords to message me privately--I wish to review some recent activity, and talk about our plans going forward for the sake of Union's well-being. As for apologizing, as we do represent Union itself each time we are in public, let me apologize on behalf of the entire Swords of the Savior for our conduct recently. We will make swift amends.

I would also like to discourage the alarming number of hints I see that we are harboring vigilantes. While I can admit our laws may not always seem to serve your interests, and I will receive a formal complaint if you wish to submit them, our laws exist for a reason. I can not condone seeking your own version of justice because if you are not operating by a set of rules then you are capable of anything--including corruption.

[Private for the fon fuckups Fabres~]

The previous message is for you two especially. We need to talk about your public conduct.

Comments

Voice.

[aidolsenshi]

[Vigilantes.

Shitshitshit abortabortabort oh Savior he could probably crush her head in his hand whyyyyy ARTEMIS THIS IS YOUR FAULT SOMEHOW. Okay, better make nice-nice here.]

What's the problem with that? I mean, you gotta give them credit, not everyone can have the grace and courage to do such a thing, and they aren't hurting anything, right?

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[mightofdemacia]

[Garen nods since the question is of merit and deserves acknowledgement.]

It is true, not everyone has the strength to stand up for themselves.

However, these people are still operating outside the system of rules in place not only for the citizens of Union, but for the Swords themselves. Anyone can put on a cape and claim to fight for justice- I might try it myself some time if I did not know better. Yet we need rules to make sure we are not losing sight of what we're protecting; the safety of Union.

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[aidolsenshi]

[Garen in a cape is... quite the visual. Please don't, friend.]

Well yeah, but isn't that what they're doing? So if you're both doing the same thing, I don't see what the problem is!

Video

[footprints_on_your_face]

[Here's Chie with an enthusiastic salute. Possibly too enthusiastic.]

Good morning, Sir Crownguard! My name is Chie Satonaka, and I'll be applying to join the Swords of the Savior in a few weeks when I graduate from school.

[Hey, Chie, nothing you're saying is relevant here.]

Um... I don't know anything about vigilantes or any of that other stuff, but I think what the Swords do is really important, and when I make it through basic training, I hope I can do a lot to help Union, sir!

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[mightofdemacia]

I look forward to having you with us, Miss Satonaka--We are always in need of new members. Particularly ones that show such an interest in protecting Union. Did you have any questions?

[No, it's not really relevant, but hey, people don't need brushed off because everyone what wants to say a thing should.]

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[tracedarte]

[Luke looks like he's sitting in his room on the screen, his Eevee Mieu tucked up under his chin. He's at home so he's not in his uniform or anything and is looking pretty bored. He has no idea what they could be getting yelled at for. Actually, not much of that even registers with him.]

Vigilantes? You mean like in the comic books?

[Star of Malkuth Union is his favorite okay! He looks off screen.]



Asch! Get over here, the commander sent a message!

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[albertstyle]

Would you shut up?! [Screaming from his own bedroom, marching over at the sound of Luke's call despite his obvious disapproval.]

What do you want, Luke?

[Hair braided back neatly, uniform off and enjoying one of the few days they've finally have to themselves in his nightwear. Asch would never have a video call normally this casual but he's unaware.]

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[bejustorbedead]

I am not surprised the news of the Fabres had reached you already.

[And Ky lets out one of his patented exasperated sigh]

While I am happy our ranks have swelled...

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[mightofdemacia]

Likewise.

[The sigh is contagious, but for Garen it just sounds tired.]

Ky, has public relations really gotten so bad with the Swords, or is just because of these twins?

voice;

[stahlflugel]

Tch. Some of your precious Swords are acting like morons, and you're somehow surprised?

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[mightofdemacia]

I am surprised, and embarrassed, and ashamed.

[Garen regards his hands again for a moment.]

The Swords are expected to act professionally after all. The problems we deal with are not something to throw money at; one can't protect Union with it.

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[tagteams]

[Huh. So this is Garen.]

While I understand that the Sword has it's own rules and Union's laws are very clear, I am sure the city's vigilantes knows what they are doing if they rather take action in their own hands.

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[mightofdemacia]

I can not assume this. I also can not allow it to be okay for one individual...if there arises a case where one is not functioning in a way that beneficial to Union. It is the same problem with the public's current view of the Swords. While not everyone behaves as the citizenry thinks, the group as a whole is judged.

Plus for safety reasons I can no condone such things, even if the individual is Enlightened, they can still hurt themselves, and others.

Video.

[ladyofluminosity]

Harboring vigilantes?

Video.

[mightofdemacia]

Not Ezreal if that is the implication you are taking, Luxanna. I will assume you are not though. People acting outside the law, supposedly on it's behalf, and of course with the Sword's public opinion so low...people love them.

video.

[hidamari]

[Uh oh. That would be a little troublesome if Garen discovered the Pretty Cures and knows that she, too, is a vigilante of justice in some sense. While he's a family friend, some things does not need to be known for now.]

You seem very stressed, Garen.

video.

[mightofdemacia]

Only slightly, Alice. You need not concern yourself with the troubles of this office; I did accept the offer for it when it was given.

Voice

[lifeissuffering]

Not all "vigilantes" are operating outside of any lawful jurisdiction, Commander Crownguard.

[The voice is calm and definitely military-professional]

Video

[mightofdemacia]

Thank you. While I am not planning on executing a witch hunt, I have to question what it would entail that is lawful.

[indy_wannabe]

Oh man you shoulda seen those red haired noble brats. Real upstanding members of the Swords, those two.

[mightofdemacia]

Thank you for bringing this to my attention, Ezreal. I'll get right on it.

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[thedivinevoice]

Perhaps it would be helpful to review the laws of this city in a public forum. There are a large number of refugees seeking shelter within Union of late - myself included.

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[mightofdemacia]

[This is actually such a simple thing it hasn't occurred to him, not did he receive a notice that Union had received refugees, so there is a noticeable pause as he contemplates what is the best way to ask the Swords' to better ensure internal dissemination of information so no one is "out of the loop" as he very much feels he is right now.]

Of course. I apologize if no one has welcomed you-Welcome to Union. This is a perfect suggestion and once I review a proper format to do this it will be done, Miss.

Video

[revolutionista]

[Satsuki looks about as flawless as Garen, with her strict expression, bright white clothes and carefully combed hair.]

You say your rank bears no meaning, yet you obviously speak like someone in command - if not in title, then in action. Is there a point to the modesty?

[She closes her eyes for a second, as if a little amused]

But I digress. I am Kiryuuin Satsuki, and I... wish to join the Swords of the Savior. [The pause is there is simply because she's not used to talking about things like she simply would like to do them, instead of just doing them.] I have heard about it from Satonaka Chie. If there is trouble within the organization, I would like to know what I shall need to do and face in regards to it, even before I join.

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[mightofdemacia]

[Finally! Someone other than Ky that takes pride in their appearance, this is a (hopefully)good sign!]

The modesty is because intimidation should not be a factor in effective leadership, and should only be used when absolutely necessary, Miss Kiryuuin. As for joining the Swords, we welcome you, as well as Miss Satonaka, just attend the Training Camp as per the usual.

[A mental sigh here. Everyone wanted to hear about the trouble. He is glad for the help at least.] As for what you need to do in regards to the trouble, try not to follow it's example. I appreciate your willingness to do what is necessary. We prefer to have a certain public image, so conducting yourself in a mature manner is expected. We do not encourage the use of violent force unless other options have been exhausted. We also prefer not to have one's personal life spill over into work.