Are there any alchemists in the city?

There is a stone - well, a couple of stones, really - that I need to destroy, and let's just say normal methods won't work.

I'll provide further details if I can find someone with the knowledge I need.

I have learned a great deal about this land. I never expected to meet humans - much less humans with exceptional powers. [He chuckles lowly.]

Perhaps one of them could rid us of the troublesome shadows. [And by "troublesome shadows" he means the Heartless.] Would anyone be willing to give it a try?

Peter Pan! If you're out there, you better say something! This is your worst prank yet! I was told by a new friend that Hook was here. Ohhh, if you got yourself captured I'm going to be so cross with you! How could you just leave me in this strange place?

Come on, Peter, you have to be out there! Hello? Oh, can anyone tell me if anyone seen my dear Peter Pan?

[Hey everyone, have a bored Hyena.]

C'mooooon this place is boring! Isn't there anything a hyena can do around here That doesn't involve trying to avoid the lions? Also is there a place where we can actually hunt for prey? Killing 'em is half the fun y'know.

All right, all right, I get it! Now whoever it was who decided it would be a good idea to bring me here, I would be very glad if you'd be so kind as to put. Me. Back!

...

[clears his throat]

Ah. Well then. Since it seems I won't be going anywhere anytime soon, I suppose I should introduce myself. Basil of Baker Street's the name, a pleasure to meet all of you. If any of you might have any information that could help me deduce this situation I'd really be quite grateful if you'd produce it for me.

[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.

Demons* got you down? Zombies after your brains? Something you can't immediately identify chasing you down a dark alley? Eldritch horrors turning your sanity into mush? The legions of Hell invading by way of your icebox?

Give me a call, I kill them all.

Cruz Exterminations, monsters a specialty. A free service.

*Does not include Laharl et al. Other restrictions may apply.

There's a new playmate for you kiddies.

[OOC: There may be no replies, depending.]

I was told I should speak with someone named Riku for more information about this place. Anyone know where I can find him?

So... Flonne's acting more than a little crazy, as you probably all noticed.

If anyone sees her, could you let me know? [A frustrated sigh.] She could be practically anywhere at this point.

Meanwhile, let's hope it isn't catching, geez...

This crap is really starting to get old.

Arikado, if you're out there, this wasn't funny the first time and it damn sure isn't funny now. I've had my fill of predestiny and inescapable fortresses that aren't on anyone's map. I'm not playing your little game this time; your dad can roast in the depths of Hell for all I care.

Mina, Julius, Hammer, if you're out there, get in touch with me. If this place is anything like the last one, it'll probably be better if we stick together.

At least nothing here's tried to eat me yet...

[OOC note: Edited about three hours after original posting to include the following.]

Okay, so apparently this isn't quite what I thought it was. If someone out there could tell me what's going on here, I'd appreciate the help. Information on places to stay and eat would also be helpful.

Paixao! How good to speak with you again, it's been awhile, has it not? Everyone keeping busy? Exploring new territories? Looking for lost little girls that they happened to misplace so easily?

Heh.

Boy, you lot are terrible at keepin' track of one another, eh? I means sheesh, you apparently are always complaining about the Organization kidnapping your dearest friends, but I think you just make it simple enough that they can't help otherwise!

Let's see now... who do we have here... Auron, of course. The father figure... Belle, Jecht, NiGHTS, Riku, and a boatload of other people keeping a look-out for - really, an insignificant (though fierce, I admit) - mortal.

You still haven't found her!

Keep trying. Really. It's funny. [he laughs] See? I'm amused. Aren't you all having fun?

The Mayor of Paixao speaking.

Firstly, I would like to welcome all of those who have been in Paixao. The greeting is probably late for many of you but... I hope that you are somewhat enjoying your stay here.

My secretary has informed me that several of you have filed complaints regarding Paixao. Because of the mass number of them, I think it would be much more efficient to answer questions and complains using the Journal Message Boards. Through this post, comment with any questions and/or complaints and I will try to respond to them.