[LOCKED TO DEPARTMENT OF ENMA] Voice; UN: jsarchivist

[eyediot]

[The voice that speaks is English, posh, and sounds utterly exhausted and done with everything at the moment. Still a pleasant voice to listen to though. Could read a phone book and make it sound nice.]

I have, against all better judgment, been tasked with welcoming the new members to the Department of Enma.

Welcome. [It sounds less like an actual welcome and more "this is scripted and I am required to say the word 'welcome' somewhere in this."] This faction is for city departments with most of you being funneled directly into the law enforcement branch whether you like it or not. There is, unfortunately, no direct way to transfer out of this department until you have been part of the system for several weeks and even then it is not a guarantee. And that alone is a frustrating process. However, there are other departments within this building that you can find work in, such as the legal department if that is more your particular specialty.

The department is given the great burden of trying to keep order in the City amongst the other factions. It's a futile effort given the amount of problems that arise, but nonetheless you will be expected to assist in times of need. If you find the Department does not pay enough for your living expenses, I've been told you are welcome to get a second job. There is also provided assigned living quarters that are borderline adequate that you are still paying for yourself.

My name is Jonathan Sims. I work in the records and archives department. I will not answer your questions, however, superior officer Lieutenant Julieta Juris will be more than happy to answer any questions anyone has. She is experienced and has been here for some time now. I can provide directions and her office hours if new recruits need.

[Is he throwing Julieta under the bus?

Maybe so. Maybe next time don't voluntell him to do this after you argue with him over whether or not being dead is an “excuse” to “give up” working in a department he hates from the outset and just accept his transfer request the first time.]

We are currently investigating a kidnapping that happened at the most recent festival. We have some leads as to the whereabouts, but are still looking into some details.

I suppose that's everything. Good luck. Again, I will not answer your questions, but please feel free to direct all inquiries to Superior Officer Lieutenant Julieta Juris.


[ooc; Open to all Enma folks, threadjack, go wild!]

Comments

[mechspeed]

It is irrelevant. Regardless of my assigned faction I would have adapted to whatever was expected of me.

[This answer is probably WHY he’s in Enma honestly.]

But I have seen some here do question the nature of their assignment.

[divisors]

Aha. Knowing what you are, that's not at all surprising. You have capabilities humans only dream of having.

And I've noticed that, too....I wonder if they have skills they're simply unaware of.

[mechspeed]

That there is some method of evaluating the newly arrived in order to gauge their suitability is likely. That they can also do the same with some unawakened potential within them for a faction that initially seems unfitting would follow, logically.

With enough data, anything is possible.

[divisors]

Very true. Information is key. Even when it comes to unlocking people's true natures.

Though....many here still have a lot to be left desired.

[mechspeed]

In what way?

[divisors]

Many here at first glance are rather unqualified. Hardly a strict foundation, here. It could use work.

[mechspeed]

I see. I had not taken any time to evaluate our coworkers in that regard, as I had no intention of relying on any of them to begin with.

[It's the real reason he can't actually beat the real Sonic, but he struggles getting that through his stupid metal head.]

It is in my nature to undertake work alone.

[divisors]

I do the same. But a word of advice, my dear worker of Enma - if you don't look at the people around you, they can get in your way quite easily. No need to throw yourself into partnership, but you need to be aware.

[mechspeed]

[...................]

Noted. The strong must account for the weaknesses of others lest they get in the way.

[Or maybe that's just how he's just taking it.]

I will begin observation.

[Not literally, but y'know.]

[divisors]

...You could put it like that.

[Not even going to correct him...]

Excellent. Are you good at collecting data?

[mechspeed]

[You could say that.

But his ability to incorporate other people's data into his system is his ace in the hole, so in the event he ever regains that functionality he'd rather keep it to himself.]

Reconnaissance and intel gathering are areas I have experience in, yes.

[divisors]

As to be expected.

[Good AIs, always gathering information.]

By the by...do you have anyone to fix you if you break down? Or do you fix yourself?

[mechspeed]

I have made an arragement with a woman I encountered here, although...at this rate it would appear she is not among the ranks of the Enma. Furthermore, she is only capable of repairing damage to my chassis. She is only a blacksmith.

At some point I will have to seek somebody out for the purpose of repairing my internal system should anything go awry.

[divisors]

Yes, yes. An AI like you would require an engineer, or better yet, a programmer.

[Which may not be available in a place like this...]

Mm. I may able to lend my abilities where needed, but you would need someone with that specific knowledge.

[mechspeed]

I will search in the meantime. This place possesses technology, at least to some extent.

[So that's gotta be a good sign.]

[divisors]

Is the level of technology something you're used to? Or is it beneath you?

[mechspeed]

I am the most sophisticated piece of technology in this place. Regardless, the level of technological advancement present does not need to match my own to be of use.

[He hasn't met any other robots yet and there is at least one out there but you know, it wouldn't really change his opinion.]

[divisors]

Ah, so you can use things below your level to integrate into yourself anyways? Fascinating. One would think there would be a disconnect or a rejection.

[Yeah, he's just talking nerdy, now.]

[mechspeed]

I was designed to be adaptable. Should I ever regain that aspect of my design, I can show you firsthand.

[divisors]

I would most appreciate it. Its not every day one runs into a well-crafted specimen like you.