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Behind the Dorms, Tuesday Afternoon

When the group had gathered today for the weekly reserves meeting, they'd probably notice the distinct lack of Arthur. And of Leto, for that matter. Zack had been sitting on the sidelines as he watched people gather, his sword in one hand and his gaze occasionally flicking toward it before, finally, he decided it was time to get started. The sword got a twirl before it went onto his back, and he stepped out in front of the group.

"So, is everybody here, now? Some of you guys are rookies, right?" It was a new semester, and there had been so many new kids on the weekend, it only stood to reason that there would be new faces, either because people had passed on the fact that the group existed at all, or because they'd wandered past and stopped to see what was going on. Or, at least, that was the hope. "Before I get started with today's activity, then, I have just one piece of advice." A beat, and then he shook his head. "No, an order."

He fell quiet, reaching for the sword at his back, holding it up in the air for a moment for everyone to see, and then pressing it against his forehead. He sighed. He smiled. And then he lowered it again.

"Embrace your dreams. And, whatever happens, protect your honor. Got it?" He looked over the group one more time. "No matter what happens this year, we're all getting out of it alive, you hear me?" The sword was hoisted up again, like some sort of beacon for all to see, before Zack returned it to his back, and seemed to snap out of whatever 'dreams and honor' daze he'd managed to drift away into.

"Because it's a new term, and we're likely to have some new faces, we're going to start with introductions again. Just your names and what sort of tactical experience and weapons specialty you've got. I'm Zack Fair, SOLDIER 1st Class. Elite military, in Midgar, and my weapon is... Well, I'm sure you've figured it out. While you're at it, feel free to swap contact information, in case something does happen around here and we need to get in contact with fighters in a hurry. Talk about the invasions that you've been through here, let the rookies know what to expect here on Fandom Island, and what was done to fend them off. Today is just another day for finding our footing, and I'll try to get you guys into the heavy stuff next week. For now, you have your discussion topics. Let's go."

[Open to all! For those new around here, this would be the weekly meeting of Fandom's military reserve! Anybody with an interest in protecting the island is welcome to show up to these meetings! There's also a group for people with powers, and one for support services on other days of the week, but they're out of my jurisdiction- Totally worth keeping an eye open for, though!]

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... Well, it wouldn't be a Reserves meeting as arranged by Zack without cookies and juice, would it? Especially during newbie week!

Of course Goose was going to be there, especially considering when it all came down to it his primary function was to be a soldier.

He was mostly standing to a distance and observing what was going on.

Asuna wasn't exactly sure what to do here but considering the things Negi might get up to at home, it was only natural as his partner to learn a few things. And maybe she might pick up a thing or two!

Also, there were cookies!

Ino had taken a quick shower and now very very clean (her hair was still wet, even) and the smile she had on her face was a very tiny one.

Mostly she was just sort of... sad at hearing Zack.

Firekeeper and Blind Seer hadn't been to one of these meetings in a while ~~due to mun's rl issues~~, but figured this week would be a good one to resume attendance.

And, hey, cookies.

Dru found a spot under a tree to nibble on her cookie and scope out the new kids.

This was Leda's first time at this reserves. She looked rather stoic. Which meant she was nervous.

Fiona was here, looking around to see who might be new. Also to see who was missing now.

Name, rank if you have one and experience if you have it, and what your strength is on the field! Feel free to ping one another to compare notes or swap contact information!

"Hi! I'm Asuna Kagurazaka, and, uh, I don't have any rank. I'm a student and," she looked around a little nervous, "I'm learning how to use a sword."

She didn't say anything about fighting demons. Hinata and Jonas-san said there were weird things in Fandom but... did that include magic?

"Shane Gooseman, Goose," Goose said, "I've done training for the military and blasters are my main weapon specialty - give me a blaster and I'll shoot it,"

It was an easier explanation than having to go into the whole Wolf Den issue.

Gunn was in the back of the group leaning up against a tree watching the newbies and the oldbies alike.

"I'm Gunn," he said, "Use to lead a gang back home fighting off vampires and demons from encroaching on our turf. It's not unlike Fandom but with less weird shit."

"Yamanaka Ino," she chirped, crossing her arms over her chest. "I can be of use almost anywhere, but I'm best when I'm being sneaky and causing damage by sabotaging things." Or taking over minds but, well, not mentioning that.

"I'm also a healer--the magic sort," though chakra was different than magic and Ino wasn't even going to try explaining that to newbies. "So if you get hurt, I can probably fix you up."

"Blysse Norwood, and he is Blind Seer," Firekeeper nodded at the large wolf by her side. "We have fought wars, and help free an island not much larger than this one from wicked rulers," Not that they had asked to be, uh, freed. But details. "We is best at tracking," she tapped Blind Seer on the nose and gave a small grin. "And fighting close up."

"I'm Dru Anderson," Dru said when it was her turn. "I spent the last five years helping my dad hunt stuff from the Real World. Which means I helped him hunt zombies, ghosts, poltergeists, the occasion voodoo priest and whatever other weird thing decided to poke its head up and cause trouble."

"My elven name is too long and pretentious to bother with, so please call me Leda. I'm the crown princess of Faerie, and that's the last you'll hear of any kind of rank out of me in this group. Weapons wise I'm mostly a knife fighter, and I've got combat magic too."

"Fiona Post," she said, glancing around carefully, "goddess in the Order of the Celestial Rose. Um. Strategy and. Cutting."

A quick nod and she retreated.

"Squall Leonhart. I'm a SeeD -- a kind of mercenary. Gunblade specialist."

He rested his gunblade against his shoulder and looked over the crowd. How many of them would be effective in a fight?

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If you feel up to reliving that particular trauma, feel free to share some of your experiences here on the island with the group. Gremlins? Monkeyponies? Godzilla? ... Zack actually thought fighting Godzilla was fun. There is possibly something wrong with Zack.

"Mutant Alligators that shoot flesh eating goldfish out of their mouths."

Who has stepped back to people-watch again, his arms crossed over his chest and a shadow of a smile on his lips. And possibly a few cookies in hand. So what? Cookies are a health food!

"Hey."

Jak was there. Well, there to talk to Zack. He was still not completely sure how he'd gotten roped into this, beyond that Arthur had that whirlwind-out-of-nowhere quality some of his female friends had.

... it was probably best Arthur never heard him say that.

"Zack," he finished, after he realised he might have needed more.

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Invasions Past!

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Talk to Zack!

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