( voice )

[whalebone]

( He doesn't write, preferring to dictate as soon as it becomes apparent that he can do so. It's better than attempting to wield a pen and ink with fingers that have forgotten such simple motions many, many years ago. )

It's rare that I find myself surprised by anything, but I believe this takes the prize. I'm curious as to how any particular individual, or even group, managed to tear me away from the Void, let alone into another plane of existence. There is of course the matter of returning, but I am in no great hurry--I would rather speak with those responsible for my current situation.

( The paper transcribes a faint hum. )

Those with insight into the matter, responsible or not, are welcome to voice their opinion. I imagine my wait may be longer than is convenient by traditional standards.

I am known as the Outsider, although I doubt the title carries much weight in this world. I look forward to seeing what you all have to offer.

Comments

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I am Mononobe no Futo, First Retainer of Crown Prince Kamitsumiya no Umayado no Toyotomimi no Mikoto.

[The way he talked about things was reminding her greatly of youkai who had lived too long for their own good and spent most their time trying not to be bored.]

voice

[whalebone]

And what do you do here, Mononobe no Futo?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I manage the finances of a small crew.

voice

[whalebone]

Do you find that entertaining?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I would not say as much, but it is a needed role for us to function as a group.

voice

[whalebone]

So you willingly partake in something you dislike.

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I would not go so far as to say that either. It is a needed role, and I am qualified to perform it with efficiency. It is not particularly entertaining, but it is not annoying either.

voice

[whalebone]

Why not find something you enjoy more?

\voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I enjoy my crew and would rather we function properly. There are other things I can do that I enjoy, so it is not as if my entire life is dreary.

voice

[whalebone]

Are your crew from your own world, or did you sign on with strangers?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

One is of my world, the rest are not but I have come to know them well.

voice

[whalebone]

How long have you been here?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

More than a full cycle.

voice

[whalebone]

Cycle?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

The moon has shown twelve times. However the seasons are hard to tell.

voice

[whalebone]

A shorter year than I'm familiar with. Have you marked how many days?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

Nay, I know it to be more than three hundred. There are dates within this journal though, perhaps that will be helpful.

[Technically she should have seen the moon 13 times... oops.]

voice

[whalebone]

If I find myself bored I may go back and do the math.

( ...But probably not. )

Have you participated in the attempt to return to your proper world?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I have not stood by idley, doing what I can where I can.

voice

[whalebone]

Is participation common?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

Generally yes, though I suppose there are those who care not if they return to their worlds.

voice

[whalebone]

Depending on their circumstances, this could be an improvement over their homes.

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

Most likely. Or those with no particular attachment.

voice

[whalebone]

Are you desperate to return home?

voice

[sun_goddess_sacrifice]

I am most interested in returning as soon as possible, but I would not say desperate.