I've been having a little look-see through these message boards and I have to say, I really didn't expect so many demons to be around here.

I wonder how many of them are actually doing their job?

[his voice is quiet, his tone still, but despite this, the anger is quite obvious by the way his words tremble slightly. He takes a deep, slightly shuddering breath before he speaks]

I assume that most of you have seen the new information that's come to light. I'm not sure when this started, or exactly why this started, but one thing is inescapably clear: this all needs to stop. All of this. The experiments, the disappearances, the arrests. All of it. And we need to stop it ourselves. I'm sure some of you already know what I'm going to suggest, and some of you might already be ready to suggest it yourselves. Maybe some of you did, before I got here.

We need to stand together. We need to be strong enough and brave enough to weather the storm that's ahead of us. The longer we stand idle, the longer this goes on, and the more people get hurt - and I, for one, am not willing to let this slide. We have to gather together, and I think you all know exactly what I'm talking about.

Oh, I'm angry. I've never done that before, not as this me. I honestly have no idea what I'm going to do now, or what's going to happen. [a shaky laugh emerges]

Anyway, who's with me? We can have meetings and get into group hugs and everything. [despite the lightness of his words, it's clear he's deadly serious about gathering an army, even though he - barely - refrains from saying it]

It has been awhile since we've last spoken, Paixao. I hope you will accept this gift to make up for my absence. Read closely, and think on this knowledge well.


To understand how the heart works, one must comprehend its balance and what happens when that balance is lost. How does it function with an abundance of darkness? Of Light?

How much until it is thrown over the edge, to a point of no return?

Each heart reacts differently - should they not all operate the same? How are we able to understand anything if our subjects are not on the same controlled level? I wonder, is it possible to reshape a person's heart, so that then we will be able to do our testing properly?

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PROJECT F - EXPERIMENT NO. 1
SPECIMEN DESIGNATION: Laharl

PROCEDURE: Injections of darkness, followed by a single injection of pure light.
RESULTS: As a creature of darkness, the subject was able to accept large amounts of darkness, during which he began to take on the physical traits of a common Heartless (glowing eyes, visible and palpable aura of darkness). He reacted poorly to the injection of light, however, and rather forcefully escaped from the laboratory.
CONCLUSIONS: Like accepts like. Creature of darkness may not be able to handle light and vice-versa.
UNANSWERED QUESTIONS: Whether the light acted as a catalyst against darkness injected or against natural darkness.
POSSIBLE FUTURE EXPERIMENTS: Injections either entirely of light or darkness.

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PROJECT E - EXPERIMENT NO. 6
SPECIMEN DESIGNATION: Zidane Tribal

PROCEDURE: Injections of darkness.
RESULTS: Subject entered injured and was revived with potion before injections, which may have affected results. Subject was completely unable to assimilate any darkness and instead gained powers not unlike those of the Heartless.
CONCLUSIONS: Creatures of light do not react well to darkness. Weaker hearts may not stand up to darkness well.
UNANSWERED QUESTIONS: To what extent the injury and potion affected results (if at all), Strength of subject's heart to begin with, Amount of darkness needed to make subject lose his heart completely.
POSSIBLE FUTURE EXPERIMENTS: Further injections of darkness.

[the voice that sounds over the journals sounds casual and almost amused, but there’s a definite, barely restrained annoyance and disdain to it] So this place is called Paixao, is it? I must say, you have a lovely city here. It’s just a shame that I had to visit it against my will. I… hope that you don’t plan on keeping me too long. I’m a busy man, and I’m already a little late for an appointment. I'd hate to keep my guests waiting, and I’d rather not ruin any potential relationship we might have when we've only just met.

I must say, I do like this little device here. The vocal recordings are a nice touch. Though it’s a little strange that a quaint little place like this would have something this advanced when you seem to barely have electricity, don't you think?

Anyway… I hope you people can point me toward the people in charge, as the person at the gate wasn’t the most welcoming when it came to information. I’d like to issue a formal complaint--sooner rather than later.

Just how many of you lot have been having nightmares lately? It seems pretty weird that some of you are having them at the same time. All I can give you is this advice: hold onto your courage, no matter what. Don't lose yourself to the fear. Just hang on and do your best! I know that's not much, but you'd be amazed at what a little determination can do. Take it from me! I'm a dream, myself. [giggle] Courage always vanquishes nightmares where I come from.

Anyway, I'm tired of the scenery, so I think I'm going to investigate a little. Speaking of - hey, Emizel! How about that fresh air I mentioned earlier? Want to get some with me?

Oh, and Mayor? Bite me! ♥

Hello there lovely ladies of Paixao! You know, I bet you all must have been just absolutely miserable sitting around here in this snowfield without anyone to keep you warm… Well don’t you worry your pretty little heads, because the great Zelos Wilder is here to make all your dreams come true♥

Oh. And once this blizzard clears up around here something tells me I’m going to be needing a tour guide. ...It does clear up, right? Tell me you all don't just dig a bunch of holes and live in the snow. Anyway, if anyone would be willing to help a new guy out, feel free to contact me.

…Right, I guess I might as well ask about this, too. You guys here wouldn’t happen to have seen a cute, blonde little angel; a pink-haired rosebud of a girl; a cool professor-type lady; or a voluptuous she-banshee around here have you? Also a guy who fights with two swords, a big guy in shackles, and a brat kid. Juuust let me know if you catch sight of any of them—particularly those first four.

Citizens of Paixao, I ask that you forgive my absence from our fair city. I have journeyed to these other "worlds" that our Outsiders have spoken of and in my travels I have deemed these unruly worlds as a threat to our existence. Therefore, in an effort to protect Paixao from these dangers, I have come to the decision to once more put restrictions to those who wish to leave the domes. Any who try to exit will be be arrested and face punishment under law.

In addition, on the issue of the recent weather: the matter is being looked into.


Thank you,

Mayor Marcus Praetoris

[a very tired, but cheerful-sounding Doctor sounds off. He sounds older now, more wearied than he did before, but he's making an effort to keep the majority of it out of his voice]

Right, then! Hello, everyone. Sorry I've been out for so long, but somebody decided it would be a good idea to try and blow me up, among other things. And I see it's snowing! Not that I couldn't see it where I was, at least until I was blindfolded, but I love snow! That's brilliant. Only how's it falling beneath the domes? That's something. I might have to poke it with a stick.

Anyway, enough about me. How are you all doing? And Roxas, don't think I've forgotten about you. If you're ready, I can help as soon as I recover.

So... um yeah, kind of a weird question here but, how many of you know what "RosenQueen" is?

No reason, really... just a question. Heh heh...


... and what the heck are those little wimpy penguins exactly?

[God-Locked to Megara, voice]

Meg, Meggles, how you doing? We haven't gotten to talking much lately and I think it's due time that we have a nice little meeting, don't you? No rainchecks.



[God-Locked from Megara; anon, text]

There's a woman in the city named Megara. I remember she was having trouble with someone named Vyers, was it? Is she alright? She doesn't seem to be someone to ask for help, so... I hope someone's kept an eye out for her. There's not much I can do.

[why yes Hades is fishing for naive buddies of Meg]

This is the first time I'm using this technology that you people call "journals".
Indeed, I believe this might prove to be useful. For now I will leave a notice for my master, the soon-to-be Overlord Mao, the most evil Overlord the universe shall know.

Young Master please refrain from staying close to Miss Yorda.
She's worse than a delinquent and a terrible influence
(Trying to keep her at bay 24/7 is getting on my nerves.)
Young Master, always keep in mind that you're an honor student!

As for the rest of you, don't meddle, it's troublesome.

Let it be known that our resident Mid-boss was, in fact, under the influence of a little too much of my special wine and that's why he went around flirting with all you women. His naturally passionate personality lead him to react, uh...uniquely to my vintage. It was mostly not his fault.

So do forgive him, okay? He's an idiot but he doesn't mean to hurt anyone.

[Oh look! Privacy settings. Is Mufasa getting sneakier? (Open to everyone BUT Scar, Zira, Shenzi and Ed.)]

I had hoped I would not have to warn those living in Paixao. But the time has come for you to be aware. I have done what I can in the past where it concerns the hyenas, yet...

[There is clear disappointment in his voice.]

They do no follow the circle of life. Keep close watch over your loved ones.

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All will be well.

[Shenzi scowls at the journal.]

Ok, what the heck is this? And where is everyone? WHY am I here? Where are Ed and Banzai?? Someone had better answer my question or there will be trouble!

[Unless you’re bigger and have really sharp claws, then you’re allowed to take a pass at the answering thing.]

Another question, yeah I still got ‘em: What are all these furless upright creatures all around here? Can I eat ‘em? They don’t look like no animal I’ve ever seen before, and I don’t even know if they can fight back! They don’t have sharp teeth or claws. Weird. I’m real hungry, I think I’ll try to take one down to see how it tastes, I hope it tastes good because there sure are a lot of them.

Consider this a public service announcement. Any woman who's had the lapse of judgement to fall for some guy named Vyers? Don't believe a word that comes out of his mouth. He's a liar and a creep. He preys on the hearts of women and then tries to hide it.

Trust me, girls, we can all do a lot better.

Dearest Paixao, the time has come! The air is about to be filled with the sound of war's beating drum.

No man can make a fool of us and expect to live. What happened to myself is not something we're prepared to forgive. Even if our memories are not quite clear, we assure you this man still has a great deal to fear.

Because it is a war we declare against him and anyone else who dares to stand in our way. This is one debt we insist he has no choice but to pay!

Oh-hohohohoho~!

For those who wish to find peace, prayer or absolution - or merely a place for quiet, you are invited to the chapel of St Ibriel the Dreamer. This is located a little way from O Pastor in the Niflheim district.

All are welcome, but it is requested you leave grievances and violence at the door, and endeavour to keep your voice down once you are inside.

And if you are interested, I have indeed managed to grow a few flowers.

I only have one very important question.

Has anyone seen Odette?

Tsume? Blue? Where are you guys? I heard that there's something killing humans around here.