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The Academy: Mission Control

Some other things came up this evening so I will be posting the scene move tomorrow afternoon!

The Academy: Mission Control

Reykjavik Airport

The tarmac outside Reykjavik, Iceland was cold with a brilliant sun overhead. Colin knew they had a word for days like this as he had seen it on a YouTube video once. Gluggaveður was the word and it fit the situation perfectly. From the inside while going through customs Devin saw through the window the wonderfully light Icelandic countryside. It was easy to see as the airport was basically in its own part of the island removed from most everything including their capital city.

The flight that he had been on needed to take a pit stop to refuel. The travel from Vancouver had been somewhat dull due to the lack of human interaction. Unknown to him his ticket wasn't for an economy seat to London, but in fact a private plane that was taking him straight to Oxford. The stop in Iceland was planned, but his requirement to go through customs was not. It was fine for him as he had everything he needed, but what did feel weird was that every time he spoke to someone new they asked him the same question "Are you the only one traveling on this plane?"

His answer was as civil as their repeating of the question. "No."

In Transit

Finally after what felt like an hour, but was really only 20 minutes he and the flight was released to take off. The bright Iceland sun was still above as they took off at 4 AM. The rest of the flight was as mundane as the first half. When the final clearance to land was given Colin secretly thanked God as he was starting to get stir-crazy in the small metal tube. As soon as the doors to the plan hit the tarmac he was out and made his way out of the small airport. His small duffel bag was in one hand with his other holding his phone.

Five clicks later he was in an Uber taking him to the requested address. The ride seemed to twist and turn, but he kept a close eye on the map and asked the driver a question or two so as to keep things focused on what he wanted them to. He knew he was nervous as it would have been better for him to remain silent and simply study the map so as to be able to navigate around himself. Still not every day you can say you are starting the rest of your life...

Shoe Box

When the drivers cell phone announced that they had arrived at the destination Colin thanked him and got out of the car. Standing next to the sidewalk he looked down at his phone to confirm and then over at the three people standing in front of the address. As the car pulled up he noticed the one of them had seemingly only just arrived and started to talk to the others. Oblivious to them and simply saying "Excuse me" he walked right past them and up to the large black building and saw that there was a doorbell. 'Home looks inviting.' he thought as he then rang the doorbell and then glanced back at the three before turning back to the door.

Slow Burn Romantic Adventure (MxF)

Hider

Let's play bump HORSE.

Fresh Prince Shake... Into a kick flip... and finish with gold medal worthy hops.

Here we go!



Excellent Start!



Good FORM!



AND HE STICKS THE LANDING WELL DONE!

Meme Isekai Interest Check 2.0

I find myself interested in this as well. I would be interested in playing a character with some interest in hiking and camping and becomes a sort of scout for the team and cartographer almost (maybe back on earth he had an affiliation for language as well.)

Just spit balling at this point.

Slow Burn Romantic Adventure (MxF)

Hello Role Play PEEPS!

I am in the mood for a nice long 1x1 role play or two

I am wondering if there is anyone out there looking to maybe get some creative words going and see if we can't make something happen. I don't need the role play to be smut or extend into any sort of explicit scenes (I am not against it, but I want to make sure people know that isn't my sole aim.)

I am more than happy to hear plot ideas or answer any questions you might have. Everything from Slice of Life to grand adventures are fine with me for the most part. I don't often find myself into the more dark / horror type of role plays.

The Academy: Mission Control

Alright gang the IC is up! Please note that this first post will have you getting your character from the airport to Oxford, England (Specifically the team dorms as listed in the OOC extra details post).

At this time no one is allowed to take the same mode of transportation so I will be assigning them now. This has been done in a random but not random order. You can guess how for extra points!

Bus from airport to Oxford. This is assigned to Jesse Conners.@vertigh0st
Car from airport to Oxford. This is assigned to Cairo Lalatovic.@Infernal Flame
Helicopter from airport to Oxford. This is assigned to Madeleine Lau. @Hitman
Plane Directly to Oxford. This is assigned to Colin Sheehan. @World Traveler
Train from London to Oxford. This is assigned to Lucy Watterson.@sassy1085

Upon arrival you will be in front of the black building with nothing of obvious note. Feel free to have a character or two ring the doorbell, but until everyone has arrived (posted) nothing will happen.

I don't normally set deadlines, but would it be okay with everyone if we set an expectation of getting their posts up by Thursday? if not that is totally fine. Just wanting to get an idea of my calendar and single out some time to write.

The Academy: Mission Control

Night Before Orientation

Sitting with his back to the view, William Stephenson held a large manilla envelope in his hand. He used his butter knife to open it from the side and wiggled the photos out onto the plate in front of him. Each picture was a snapshot of a person going about their day at an airport it seemed. None were connected or had any specific perspective other than they weren’t looking at the camera. In fact each seemed blissfully unaware of the photograph being taken. Looking at each one carefully and then flipping them to look at the back he saw a multitude of numbers.

It looked through them as if he were reading them. He quietly put them back in the envelope and then set it on fire using a candle. The action seemed to catch no one’s attention as the clamor and chaos of a busy high end restaurant ran around him. A few minutes later he was joined by a woman in her mid 50’s. Her elegant black and white dress matched his suit and tie perfectly with an obvious touch of coordination between them. “You never could stop with the theatrics.” She said after she saw the ashes from the burnt paper on the white table cloth. Her accent was a mix of South African and something else that was hard to hear if you didn’t know her.

“Yes, well, this time it isn’t me who seems to be the ringleader…” Stephenson let this thought linger as the table fell into silence. When he finally continued it was only after he saw no movement in his tablemate to break the silence. “The Academy has been mine to oversee for the past 7 years. I see no reason that the recent incidents should reflect on me.”

The woman seemed to break as she looked down at her purse and then back at the man. “You may see this as an overreaction; however, you would do well to remember that this pet project of yours is not viewed so highly. It took more than a few tense conversations to allow you to continue as overseer.” A phone in her purse started to ring. She gave a polite smile and pulled it out.

“I am needed in Istanbul. I trust you will see things as they are and understand what position you are in.” The woman then stood up gave a curt nod leaving Stephenson just as food was being brought over to the table. He silently watched her left and then accepted his meal while sending her plate back. The rest of the night he was lost in his own thoughts…

In this world you always know what position you are in… even when you’re dead.

The Academy: Mission Control

Currently On Chapter 1 - Campus Orientation

Each Student was given a detailed itinerary laying out their travel arrangements to Oxford, England. As most have arrived in the country via plan they were each assigned a different method of traveling the roughly 1 hour trip from the airport to the university and their new home. When they arrive at the address provided they are simply told to 'await further instructions according to the itinerary.

Persona: The darkest light

Sorry about the shorter post everyone. I suddenly realized there was a fair bit I had to reply to and really wanted to make sure everyone got their response from Devin. Apologies if it wasn't what was needed. Happy to do co-op posts with people should they want more!

Persona: The darkest light

Most of the lockers were locked, but one of the far side ones was slightly open with a jacket poking out. As he walked over he heard Kyoko mention that they shouldn't be here. He was about to ignore her when the women who spoke earlier began to speak about how she was a counselor or something. "Well there you go Kyoko." He said without looking away from the lockers. "We are here under the excellent care of part timer."

Devin then watched and actually turned his head when the part timer seemed to run off into the hallway. He realized they were pressed for time and ditched the ruler and pulled the locker fully open. After a quick search through the jacket and bag he found a small purse and opened it up. "Reko Koichi..." he muttered to himself and then took a picture of the ID.

"Hey Feliz you know who Reko Koichi is?" Devin wasn't interested in small talk and knowing that taking the ID would make him look all the more a suspect he left it in the purse. "Her things are here and seem to be the only ones found in the locker. "Suigin you know her?" Devin then somewhat begrudgingly turned to Kyoko. "What about you?"

He could hear the woman talking to someone in the hallway and figured there was still something they were forgetting, but couldn't find. "There wasn't anything out of sorts in her locker, but if she left for a normal reason she wouldn't forget her purse I am guessing..."

The name was so warm it almost made Devin barf a little. Just setting your kid up for needing anti-depressents with that sunshine of a name. He thought to himself as he looked down at the photo of the picture ID. "The fact that the finger is here means the person isn't worried about leaving evidence. In fact they are more requiring of leaving specific evidence." At this point he was musing but he looked over at Suigin. This may be the most reciprocating of a team effort he had given in the past year in any capacity.