Behind the Dorms, Tuesday Afternoon

[puppy_fair]

Zack was in a darn good mood, in spite of a pair of slightly blackened eyes and a tender nose that was a little on the crunchy side, but was totally hard-earned.

Why was he so chipper?

Because it was Rookie Day at the reserves, that was why! New people on the island meant that there were probably going to be new people here today, and Zack was totally happy to take the reigns and lead the troops!

"Okay! So, we've got a new term, and possibly a few new faces, so we're going to do our introductions over again! Names, fighting experience, and weapons proficiency, as well as any other skills you think might come in handy in the case of an invasion, if you please!"

Arthur shot him a slightly sideways look. "Before we get to that," he said, scraping his throat, "I am Prince Arthur Pendragon, leader of the reserves, and these are my," sidekicks, "fellow commanders, Lord Leto Atreides the Second, and Zack Fair, SOLDIER Second Class. We're willing to help you if you are in need of any further combat training, as are your fellow reserve members, I'm sure." Look, he was being good.

Zack blinked. Ooooh, right. Introductions for them was probably important too, huh?

"That's right! Come and see any of us if you're looking for help with..." Headtilt. Ponder. "Anything, really. Oh! And we have maps of the island, too! We're going to hand those out, and if the seasoned members would be so kind as to show the rookies what to look out for around here, like areas where the terrain might grant a tactical advantage, or training areas, or things to watch out for, that'd be great!"

"As for the rest of you, if you find anyone who might be interested in joining us, spread the word," Arthur called, "I know you lot think you're good, but you can always use another kick in the arse." This was what passed for humour, clearly. "Work well today. We'll see come next week."

[Open! Newbies, feel free to stumble in and get involved, too! This is behind the dorms, so it should be easy to find even if you haven't been informed IC about what's going on. Of course, everyone is welcome, not just students. Co-written with bitch_prince, who is awesome like pie.]

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Arrive! Mingle!

[puppy_fair]

Get your mingle on! Stumble in and wonder what the crowd is about! Whatever!

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[intraspective]

Ino was here, of course, and kinda amused at the whole introduction thing.

Definitely the week of introductions, yeah.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[blondecanary.livejournal.com]

Dinah was here, looking around for new people to say hi to.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[glacial_queen]

Karla had decided to come out and watch the fighters. If they were going to be working closely together, it would probably be best to get an idea of who they were and what they did. She did keep her distance a bit, so no one would mistake her for a real fighter. She was improving, but she also knew how long she had to go before she even rated 'amateur.'

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[pyroliz.livejournal.com]

Liz had heard about the reserves before that day but it was only now that she had decided to check it out and so she was there and looking around.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[kestrelswolf.livejournal.com]

Firekeeper and Blind Seer were, as usual, present. Both were curiously looking around for any new faces.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[iknowstuff.livejournal.com]

Layla was not a fighter by any means but that didn't stop her from taking a lunch break and checking out the reserves.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[momslilassassin]

Ben was there, as usual, glancing around for Tahiri and looking for any new faces.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[sorella-vecchia.livejournal.com]

Triela was right on time and had a large case slung over her shoulder.

She was trying to avoid looking at Leto, and whenever she did she glared just a bit.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[ancientbschamp.livejournal.com]

. . . well, there was one short green-eyed blonde girl in attendance today, but it was the cheerful one with the staff.

While she listened to the boys lecture, or talk, or whatever it was they were doing, Gabrielle occupied herself with straightening some of the twine and leather wrap around the center of her staff. And humming, as badly tuneless as always.

Re: Arrive! Mingle!

[stocksgrrl.livejournal.com]

Just barely, but Turtle had remembered to fit the Reserve into her schedule again. It was just a matter of showing up consistently again, really, and so far, so good!

Introductions!

[puppy_fair]

Because with all these new faces on the island, there's bound to be someone who is lost and confused and who nobody knows, right?

...

That, and Zack just likes introductions. So sue him.

Re: Introductions!

[intraspective]

"Ino," she said, with a toss of her head. "Seven years formal training, almost four on active duty. I'm good with wires, bombs, cards, kunai and can walk on walls and stuff."

Which left out, like, more than half of what else she could do, but whatever.

It was good enough for a start and some things she didn't talk about much anyway. OH.

"And I'm a healer." That was kinda important, yeah.

Re: Introductions!

[blondecanary.livejournal.com]

"Dinah Lance," she said. "In training for going on two years now. Tai Chi and kickboxing, as well as eskrima sticks, boomerangs, staff, and swords and guns for the last six months." Dinah smiled at the new people. "Also, telekinesis and, uh. Touch-telepathy." She cleared her throat. "I can shield so I don't get any info from you, but the easiest way to make sure I don't read you is to not touch me, especially without warning."

She really kind of hated that she felt obligated to add that part. She hoped no one had a problem with it. "And I'm training to be a private investigator."

Re: Introductions!

[pyroliz.livejournal.com]

"I'm Liz Sherman," Liz said, "I only have fairly basic fighting and weapons experience but I'd like to learn more in those areas and I'm also a pyrokinetic,"

Re: Introductions!

[asgardcreated.livejournal.com]

"Jon, hand-to-hand and gun proficient."

Which, was really, really understating the issue. And leaving out the whole military training and experience.

Re: Introductions!

[kestrelswolf.livejournal.com]

"Am Blysse," Firekeeper introduced himself. "And he, Blind Seer," she gestured to the wolf by her side. "I am knowing how to use human weapons of swords and bow," she said. "As well as my Fang," she held up the hunting knife that she kept by her side. "Blind Seer have wolf's fangs and claws." She really didn't think that needed much explanation.

Re: Introductions!

[gotyourmateria.livejournal.com]

Yuffie bounced as people did the introductions and then grinned when it was her turn. "Yuffie Kisaragi. Ninja."

Re: Introductions!

[sonofmogh.livejournal.com]

"I... Am Worf," he said glaring around at the new people. "I am Klingon."

Yes, he did think that wad an adequate introduction.

Re: Introductions!

[iknowstuff.livejournal.com]

"Hi! I'm Layla Miller. I know stuff," Layla said with a cheerful wave. "I'm not a fighter or anything I just wanted to watch."

Re: Introductions!

[momslilassassin]

"I'm Ben Skywalker," Ben said with a small smile. "I'm a Jedi, which means I'm good with a lightsaber, telekinesis, a little bit of telepathy, and hand-to-hand combat."

He was softpedaling his abilities just a little.

Re: Introductions!

[sorella-vecchia.livejournal.com]

"I'm Triela. Close-quarters and firearms expert." What more needed to be said?

The Maps!

[puppy_fair]

Pair off and once again review strategies on these maps! If the members who have a little seniority could show the rookies what's what, Zack would love you forever and maybe bring candy to the next meeting.

T'is the SOLDIER way, honest.

Re: The Maps!

[blondecanary.livejournal.com]

Dinah was there with a map, and was already marking (a) where there was good food, (b) where you could jump off roofs, and (c) good hiding spots. Also (d) places she wanted to bungee-jump off of, if she could get someone to show her how.

Talk to the Guys!

[puppy_fair]

They're here for anything you might need, from training to directions to the bathroom.

Though they might look at you funny if all you need is directions to the bathroom.

Once they ping in, if you please!

Re: Talk to the Guys!

[puppy_fair]

Zack was here, his sword on his back in case anyone felt as though they were going to need some training today, and yes, he was totally the bouncy one. In case you haven't already noticed.

OOC!

[puppy_fair]

Just like it says up there- Anyone and everyone on the island is welcome to join the reserves. There's no big, shiny signup post or anything like that. If you feel as though your character would be interested in helping to protect the island from future invasions, feel free to have them hear through handwavey word of mouth, or just stumble on in.

Newbies are shiiiiny.

Also, the basement that I'm currently living in is infested like whoa with ants, so sleep was scarce last night and I apologize in advance if pings start to lose coherency, zomg. "Ants in your pants" is a better rhyme than reality.

Re: OOC!

[ancientbschamp.livejournal.com]

The other Reserves-minded wee yappy blonde of mine will not be in attendance today on account of being freaking emo. SIGH.