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[valentineluke]

For those whose curiosity was stirred, there has been past attempts to study the clock in depth. None were successful. Clock doesn't like anyone getting close.

The carousel is connected to the clock. Opposite of the clock's temperament; contact's allowed so long as it's of friendly intent. I assume this has something to do with being an amusement ride common in many worlds, popular with all ages, and frequently invokes positive feelings.

Won't stop, but the speed tends to be slow enough one can safety hop on/off. Can ride a painted pony to your heart's content. Try anything deemed aggressive, the carousel will react and defend itself.

Others may have more detailed observations to share. Seek them out if you wish.



Interesting. The 'tiger' is becoming fairly appreciative of my company.



(OOC - If this is really true, they could be tamed and be friendly.)

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[mortemscintilla]

[ He's already aware of most of this. ]

[ But the mention of Others: So noted. ]

[indecent_butterfly]

[The reply shows ne's curled up on a couch in the library with nir tiger reading for the moment.]

Interesting message, but One does think it was aimed to stir up trouble more than anything. Or just whine.

But One is quite happy to hear Sabin has taken to your presence. Hopefully he won't mind the goats either.

[valentineluke]

[Responding from your basement. Can't let everybody knows what's going on down there. So no video, just text.]

Good to know he has proper name now. Keeping the temporary 'tiger' alias to a limited usage was getting difficult.

Goats?

(Private)

I thought the same. Poor method for information gathering is a strong clue at their true aim.

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[indecent_butterfly]

Gifts. From a friend.

They don't like others at all but do seem to like this One. Although, that might be because Serrure animated them. One is not quite certain how they will take to Sabin either though, hopefully they won't eat him.

Even the most clueless can manage the task with a simple question.

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[valentineluke]

Those goats?! Aren't they a bit too large (and dangerous towards guests) for keeping?

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[indecent_butterfly]

Yes. Not at all, there is plenty of room on the grounds and they'll keep away unwanted visitors.

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[valentineluke]

What are their names?

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[indecent_butterfly]

Phear and Tehrror.

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[valentineluke]

Why am I not surprised.

Any tidbits they favor in particular?

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[indecent_butterfly]

Serrure did not share what flavor of citizen they preferred. Or if they were eaten before or after they were roasted.

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[valentineluke]

I'll bring a few choice organs back from the Underground. Any objections to putting them in the refrigerator?

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[indecent_butterfly]

Not at all. Then One will just have to learn if they prefer to hunt on their own or not. Fresh usually does taste better.

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[valentineluke]

Fortunately, the workers broke thru the floor sometime ago and don't have to move about outdoors.

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[indecent_butterfly]

Oh good. That would be a bit of a problem to have to replace someone.

And does this mean things are going well?

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[valentineluke]

Completion date is estimated to be before Halloween rolls around.

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[indecent_butterfly]

Something to look forward to and celebrate then.

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[valentineluke]

Planning a party for the holiday?

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[indecent_butterfly]

Perhaps. It would be a wonderful time for one.

[fe_male]

Defend itself how?

[valentineluke]

Belated welcome back, Mr. Stark.

Not having witnessed the actual event, this comes repeated many times over from others: Sprouts tentacles.

[fe_male]

[ ... ]

Seriously? Tentacles. There's basically a million ways to defend yourself before tentacles ever even spring to mind.

[valentineluke]

Must be very effective because attacks on it are rare.

[fe_male]

No shit, who the fuck would want to attack a merry-go-round in the first place?

[valentineluke]

Invaders, vandals, rampaging giant monsters, a curious individual?

[fe_male]

What the hell is wrong with this place.

[valentineluke]

Think of it as a variation on the 'math and bumblebee' joke.

[fe_male]

What?

[valentineluke]

Mathematical formula says the bumblebee can't fly - something about body mass far exceeding what the wings can handle. The bumblebee doesn't give a damn about math, and flies.

The City doesn't give a damn about logic.

[fe_male]

City doesn't seem to give a damn about anything.

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[worldofourown]

Defend itself how?

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[valentineluke]

There's other things to play with, Karl.

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[worldofourown]

Tsk. Don't condescend.

You can't deny the Carousel's a curious thing.

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[valentineluke]

[His answer to Stark's same question is there out in full view. You're just trying to wheedle details.]

I pay it little mind.

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[worldofourown]

[ Is that wrong? ]

Yet you seem to have quite a store of details about it.

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[valentineluke]

Well, I have been here for some time.

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[worldofourown]

So stop being coy and share.

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[valentineluke]

I have, for the most part.

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[worldofourown]

But not everything.

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[valentineluke]

Barrier around the clock - satisfied?

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[worldofourown]

Now you're just stating the obvious.

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[valentineluke]

No one's stopping you from making discoveries on your own.

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[worldofourown]

Fortunately it doesn't sustain anything beyond my idle curiosity.