Induction.

[wordsmithery]

Today seems to have been an exercise in providing more questions than answers. After all, aside from the rules on the walls, it's not as though there's much here that's going to help you understand what's going on, or why you're here in the first place. Some of you are angry; some are more confused than anything. Some are dealing in the best way that they know how. But perhaps one question remains at the back of mind, regardless of what you choose to make of the situation, and rightly so: Who is responsible for this? It's a question that doesn't seem to have a ready answer; after a while, though, you will receive something. It's not a solution, and it's not a way out, but it's contact – the sound of the public address system crackling to life somewhere above your heads, an indication that someone, somewhere, is aware that you're here and has something to say. 'I trust that all of you had a good night's sleep. Now that you have hopefully familiarized yourselves with your fellow Apprentices, allow me to make a formal introduction myself.' The voice is male, that much is obvious; it isn't recognizable to anyone present, however. 'Welcome and congratulations, new Apprentices of Chronos University. You have been chosen for a valuable exercise of higher learning within these walls. Both the rules and a list of your fellow Apprentices have been provided for you in several locations, and I advise that you study both very carefully. Knowing them well can only serve to help you.' 'As for my own introduction, I am the equivalent of a headmaster to this educational institution. For our time together, you may refer to me as the Wordsmith. I do hope that you all endeavor to make the most of your time spent here, however you may choose.' [OOC: You can be heard just fine through the PA system, so feel free to ask/say anything your little heart desires!]

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[feistytrader]

[...You know, there are a lot of things to be said here, but the first one that comes out of his mouth is, well-]

So if you're a teacher, what are you teaching? When's class?

[Do they get a field for their battles-]

[bloodbiter]

[Before any of her other questions...]

Where are you? Show yourself.

[What the heck is a PA system. Technology is hard.]

[acherontiastyx]

...

I think I'm gonna make the most of my time by throwing down. Why don't you show yourself and let us get a shot at breaking Rule Five, huh?

[wordsmithery]

I would prefer not to. In the interest of Rule Five, you understand.

[wordsmithery]

What you choose to learn is entirely your decision. It is not up to me to decide what you become Apprentices of, specifically.

[officerhops]

[...okay, this is completely beyond the realm of what Judy was expecting. But this is going to be her chance to talk to their captor, and she's not going to let it go to waste.]

Well, Mister Wordsmith, I do hope you are aware that bringing people to a location against their will, regardless of proposed circumstances or institutions, is a criminal offense.

[wordsmithery]

That would be an unwise decision on your part, Rebellious.

[bloodbiter]

If I gave you my word that I would see to it that no one here breaks that rule, would you reveal yourself?

[sportadork]

I don't think you should start this by breaking that rule...

[elepe]

[So, the man of the hour does in fact exist. Well, that's wonderful to know if nothing else.

...Still, yeah, Lusamine's got some questions.]

Mr. Wordsmith, then. While I understand the need for schooling beyond the basics, I must ask. What do you intend to teach us? Is there a curriculum that you intend for us to follow?

[firstaid]

[Hearing all that said, Estelle's definitely whipping her head around trying to figure out where the voice is coming from. Is it being protected? But from where? It's definitely not just something being linked to her mind, or so she thinks...

...how does this level of technology work?]

Excuse me, but I don't recall applying for an academy. Also, I have many questions for you if you can hear me.

[She's definitely yelling as if she's trying to project her voice loud and clear enough so wherever this Wordsmith is can hear her.]

[iaspis]

Gems are perfect being. We have no need for "higher learning." I was created knowing what I need to know to serve the Diamonds.

[wordsmithery]

And that's to be enforced by...who, exactly?

I'm afraid that you'll find a new set of laws applies here, Determined.

[byday]

[Can't show his face. Of course. He has to make things difficult. They're everywhere, too, and Bruce immediately has a new goal of discerning where the Wordsmith is broadcasting from. He moves towards a wall, casually, trying to take note of where the voice is coming from. He tucks his hand into his jacket pocket, looking casual as he does it.]

This isn't about ransom, is it? You know I have enough for both myself and everyone here, really.

[acherontiastyx]

Oh, sure, you can say it's unwise for me when you're on the other end of a speaker. I bet you just know you'd get wrecked.

[byday]

Don't.

[wordsmithery]

The best teacher is experience, is that not how the saying goes? It is entirely up to each Apprentice to decide what they wish to learn.

[ravagers]

[ Vanille has a lot of questions, but the air is so tense... ]

What kind of exercise, exactly?

[ ... she's still in denial about what the rules have told her. ]

[foundfate]

[And here Watanuki thought they would be getting a proper introduction.

Watanuki listened to the Wordsmith, but at the end of it he still has questions. Questions he is going to put voice to, actually, because he would like some answers.]

Does our 'equivalent of a headmaster' have a name? It's weird to call someone just by a title. And shouldn't introductions be done in person?

[feistytrader]

[...Just stay calm. Just stay calm. Gold's here, they're going to figure this out, it's going to be okay.]

I was learning plenty of things before I showed up here. Can I be an Apprentice in getting my Pokémon back and leaving?

[wordsmithery]

That is not something one person can enforce, though I appreciate your belief that you could even try.

[sportadork]

Loudspeaker... [interesting. not the opening he was hoping for, but still very interesting.]

Wordsmith! [god what does he even ask.] Ah, do you not think some of us are a little old for school?

[wordsmithery]

If that is what helps you sleep at night, by all means go ahead and believe that.

[oyashiromama]

[She wishes with her physical body she had her sword back.]

Why were we chosen for this? Why us specifically?

[acherontiastyx]

Well, it's not like I can if he doesn't show up, right? I have to say that I'm curious about how much of a coward he actually is.

That, and I really want to introduce him to a little friend I call "my fist."