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"Hm. You're not very flaky, but you are bright. And probably ethically sourced," Explorer attempts to joke.

Hi! :D

I'm Mica! Have you seen any cool rocks recently?

@geologist-osha

Explorer blinks, surprised someone came up to her. "Ah, hello. I've seen a few. None that I have on me, I'm afraid. Why do you ask?" They ask, politely.

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Explorer looks at the now soaking wet Vaporeon in front of them, mildly confused. "... Huh. Alright then?"

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"Ah, alright. I'll have to leave soon, but... Is there anything you'd like to do in the meantime?"

A normal-looking human approaches and signs a greeting.

Hello, you look like you're new around here.

Explorer looks surprised at the use of sign language, but responds in kind by using it. 'Hello. I'm not new. I just don't usually wander this close to the surface.'

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Explorer takes the out as quickly as she can, nodding enthusiastically. "Of course, I apologize for intruding. Have a. Good day."

Explorer slowly backs away, keeping their eyes on Utur the entire time.

*Utur is... well, idly watering the flower garden near their house. It's peaceful, quiet. They're just... vibing, really. Calm. Definitely not expecting anyone to interact with them, accidentally or otherwise* - oshagroundskeeper

Explorer is exploring the grounds of OSHA, looking around as though they're baffled at how normal this area is. They don't seem to notice Utur, yet.

Something about them feels... off to Utur.

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Explorer nods along, keeping track of the information with interest.

They chuckle slightly at his last statement, lips upturning in a half-smile. "That makes sense. What's mica like? -The rock, I mean," they quickly elaborate. "Or you- how are you?"

Hi! :D

I'm Mica! Have you seen any cool rocks recently?

@geologist-osha

Explorer blinks, surprised someone came up to her. "Ah, hello. I've seen a few. None that I have on me, I'm afraid. Why do you ask?" They ask, politely.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #geologist-osha

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"... I do. Like strawberries. I'm thankful for this gift," Explorer carefully says- they're not entirely sure what rules beings like Utur go off of, but she's going to use the same set she does when they interact with Fae.

A flicker of a smile shows on Explorer's face as Utur says the second bit, but they stifle it and glance up at them- she doesn't want them to think that they're being mocked.

*Utur is... well, idly watering the flower garden near their house. It's peaceful, quiet. They're just... vibing, really. Calm. Definitely not expecting anyone to interact with them, accidentally or otherwise* - oshagroundskeeper

Explorer is exploring the grounds of OSHA, looking around as though they're baffled at how normal this area is. They don't seem to notice Utur, yet.

Something about them feels... off to Utur.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #oshagroundskeeper

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Explorer considers the conditions Jax gave her. "I don't know a lot about innate magic, I'm afraid. I don't know a lot of people this close to the surface, and nobody who deals with innate magic versus relic-granted magic..." They trail off, still thinking.

Well, hey, you look more approachable than most of whatever the fuck everyone else seems to be. I'm Jax, nice to meet you

@two-halves-dragon

Explorer blinks at Jax, dipping their head in greeting. "I'm... glad I seem approachable? I'm Explorer, it's nice to meet you as well."

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"Makes sense," Explorer says, rolling their shoulders. "Do you want to go back, or stay here for a while?"

A normal-looking human approaches and signs a greeting.

Hello, you look like you're new around here.

Explorer looks surprised at the use of sign language, but responds in kind by using it. 'Hello. I'm not new. I just don't usually wander this close to the surface.'

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #myriad-forms

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Explorer hums in agreement, keeping an eye on the area around them and Mica. "It can definitely be challenging to find your bearings."

"That makes sense. What's your favorite kind of stone, out of curiosity?"

Hi! :D

I'm Mica! Have you seen any cool rocks recently?

@geologist-osha

Explorer blinks, surprised someone came up to her. "Ah, hello. I've seen a few. None that I have on me, I'm afraid. Why do you ask?" They ask, politely.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #geologist-osha

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Explorer huffs good-naturedly, following along with em. "Yeah, yeah. I didn't really consider the basement, I try not to go there if I can help it." They shake their head, looking a tad haunted.

Hi! :D

I'm Mica! Have you seen any cool rocks recently?

@geologist-osha

Explorer blinks, surprised someone came up to her. "Ah, hello. I've seen a few. None that I have on me, I'm afraid. Why do you ask?" They ask, politely.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #geologist-osha

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Explorer lets out a snort at the second statement. "What one would consider OSHA and not just a place connected to OSHA is at least 40% cave."

Hi! :D

I'm Mica! Have you seen any cool rocks recently?

@geologist-osha

Explorer blinks, surprised someone came up to her. "Ah, hello. I've seen a few. None that I have on me, I'm afraid. Why do you ask?" They ask, politely.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #geologist-osha

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Explorer blinks owlishly as Utur speaks, completely baffled.

"I. I'm fine with jam?" They ask, rolling their shoulders and trying to ground themself. They slowly walk towards Utur and gingerly take the jar of jam.

"... What, flavor is it?" she asks, unsure. They should leave, right? That's what they did last time, but at the same time, there's just. Something about being near Utur that steadies them, in a way they can't explain.

*Utur is... well, idly watering the flower garden near their house. It's peaceful, quiet. They're just... vibing, really. Calm. Definitely not expecting anyone to interact with them, accidentally or otherwise* - oshagroundskeeper

Explorer is exploring the grounds of OSHA, looking around as though they're baffled at how normal this area is. They don't seem to notice Utur, yet.

Something about them feels... off to Utur.

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #groundskeeperosha

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"Maybe. I prefer not to go near people in groups," Explorer admits.

A normal-looking human approaches and signs a greeting.

Hello, you look like you're new around here.

Explorer looks surprised at the use of sign language, but responds in kind by using it. 'Hello. I'm not new. I just don't usually wander this close to the surface.'

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #myriad-forms

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Explorer nods, idly sheathing and unsheathing her claws. "That's fair enough. I have a way to get around, but it's not really something I can share. Is there anywhere specific you're trying to go right now?"

Well, hey, you look more approachable than most of whatever the fuck everyone else seems to be. I'm Jax, nice to meet you

@two-halves-dragon

Explorer blinks at Jax, dipping their head in greeting. "I'm... glad I seem approachable? I'm Explorer, it's nice to meet you as well."

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Explorer takes a breath and puts on their most reassuring voice. "It's alright, it's not your fault. What do you remember?"

"Explorer," the stranger echoes upon being told their nickname.

She smiles, wearily. She's a tall, thin woman, with skin so pale it's almost gray. Her silver hair is long and matted. She pulls ragged clothes around herself, her voice rough as she speaks.

"My name is..." She frowns, distress sparking in her eyes. "Ah. I-I can't remember. I'm sorry to bother, but... could you perhaps guide me to a doctor, if there is one nearby? Or a place to rest."

- @horrorosha

Explorer looks concerned for the woman's health. "It's perfectly fine. Here, we're not too far from the clinic- I can take you."

She begins to lead the way, stepping a bit slower than usual so that the woman won't have to strain to keep up.

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"That's fair. Well, this is OSHA- it's a multidimensional hellhole that seems to attract the supernatural. It's almost always non-linear, and that gets more noticeable the deeper into it you go."

Well, hey, you look more approachable than most of whatever the fuck everyone else seems to be. I'm Jax, nice to meet you

@two-halves-dragon

Explorer blinks at Jax, dipping their head in greeting. "I'm... glad I seem approachable? I'm Explorer, it's nice to meet you as well."

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #two-halves-dragon

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Explorer shrugs. "I've only ever seen one or two people here, so I'm not sure. I'd assume so, though."

A normal-looking human approaches and signs a greeting.

Hello, you look like you're new around here.

Explorer looks surprised at the use of sign language, but responds in kind by using it. 'Hello. I'm not new. I just don't usually wander this close to the surface.'

#shimmering like smoke | explorer #weary eyes | rp #myriad-forms