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sixthiterationtexts2018-11-26 05:37 pm
cryptoherpetology) wrote in sixthiterationtexts2018-11-26 05:37 pm
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Video. UN: A. Price. Subject: Introductions (OTA/@Everyone)
[There's some awkward fumbling with the camera at first- it's clear he has no history as a prominent YouTuber, as his selfie angle isn't beauty-vlogger flattering, but it clearly shows his face at a comfortable distance. He's in the casual clothing he got the night of the feast- which, really, is Old Navy Mannequin level bland, so it's not worth describing in detail- instead of his usual scrubs. ]
Uh, right, so, thanks to Peter, we know this function exists now. Given that we're a small community, and we're likely about to be facing some harsh weather conditions, that we're going to have to get to know our neighbors real fast.
Given that I was raised on a small survivalist compound by a very paranoid family, this honestly goes against every single thing I was raised to do in a crisis, but given the reason for the family paranoia doesn't exist here, I'm willing to take this risk for the sake of, you know, survival.
Yeah, I know that sounds dramatic, but being able to put not only names to faces, but stories, impressions and skills means we'll know who to call on when we need- or really even just want something.
So, as weird as this feels to announce to an entire world, small population not withstanding- my name is Alexander Price. Alex is fine. I'm a herpetologist- which means I'm a zoologist specializing in reptiles and amphibians- snakes, frogs, lizards- you get the picture.
[Thank Wynonna for his thought to actually explain what herpetologist means, and why he doesn't bother saying it at all when the high school and college art students come by to sketch the animals.]
I'm also a cryptozoologist. My family has, for several generations now, made it our business to conserve and protect species not recognized as "real" by mainstream science. Some members of my family are of species not recognized as real. I know this is far from the strangest thing anyone here has heard.
And speaking of cryptozoology, this is Boudica.
[He holds up the small peahen kitten- dilute calico fur in predominently blue-grey, with mottled patches of cream and white fading to grey feathers.]
Boo for short. She's already killed and dismembered several mice and left them on my bed, so I figured the name of a warrior queen was only fitting. And, honestly, I'd argue she's more interesting than I am. Several of her yet-unnamed siblings will be available for adoption in a week or two. There's a bit of a fungal infection in some of their feathers that the spring water seems to be clearing up, but I want to be sure it gone before I send them off.
[Yeah, he's holding the kitten with his bare hands. This is him at his chillest. It's taking all of his chill to say this stuff out loud.]
Don't worry Tony, Elton's got a clear bill of health.
Right. So. I guess... that's probably enough for a start. Let's start to get to know each other. And if you want to know anything else about me, uh, ask me anything, I guess. I can't promise I'll answer, but I give zoo tours to small children, I'm used to strange questions.
Uh, right, so, thanks to Peter, we know this function exists now. Given that we're a small community, and we're likely about to be facing some harsh weather conditions, that we're going to have to get to know our neighbors real fast.
Given that I was raised on a small survivalist compound by a very paranoid family, this honestly goes against every single thing I was raised to do in a crisis, but given the reason for the family paranoia doesn't exist here, I'm willing to take this risk for the sake of, you know, survival.
Yeah, I know that sounds dramatic, but being able to put not only names to faces, but stories, impressions and skills means we'll know who to call on when we need- or really even just want something.
So, as weird as this feels to announce to an entire world, small population not withstanding- my name is Alexander Price. Alex is fine. I'm a herpetologist- which means I'm a zoologist specializing in reptiles and amphibians- snakes, frogs, lizards- you get the picture.
[Thank Wynonna for his thought to actually explain what herpetologist means, and why he doesn't bother saying it at all when the high school and college art students come by to sketch the animals.]
I'm also a cryptozoologist. My family has, for several generations now, made it our business to conserve and protect species not recognized as "real" by mainstream science. Some members of my family are of species not recognized as real. I know this is far from the strangest thing anyone here has heard.
And speaking of cryptozoology, this is Boudica.
[He holds up the small peahen kitten- dilute calico fur in predominently blue-grey, with mottled patches of cream and white fading to grey feathers.]
Boo for short. She's already killed and dismembered several mice and left them on my bed, so I figured the name of a warrior queen was only fitting. And, honestly, I'd argue she's more interesting than I am. Several of her yet-unnamed siblings will be available for adoption in a week or two. There's a bit of a fungal infection in some of their feathers that the spring water seems to be clearing up, but I want to be sure it gone before I send them off.
[Yeah, he's holding the kitten with his bare hands. This is him at his chillest. It's taking all of his chill to say this stuff out loud.]
Don't worry Tony, Elton's got a clear bill of health.
Right. So. I guess... that's probably enough for a start. Let's start to get to know each other. And if you want to know anything else about me, uh, ask me anything, I guess. I can't promise I'll answer, but I give zoo tours to small children, I'm used to strange questions.
Video un; Kat
She's so cute! I'd love to take one off your hands.
[Or two... Kat is living alone and it's a little lonely though she isn't sure that she'll be able to keep track of more than one. She's never had a pet before.]
switching to audio responses because he can't hold the camera up and tend to the beasts
Audio!
If I have trouble I'm sure I could ask you for help.
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no subject
[There is a pause and her voice wavers slightly.]
Do you need help? Caring for these creatures? I don't know a lot but I'd like to help if I can.
un: Phryne; text