opnet [OpNet] Hi and stuff

[Dorothy Roberts]

So, I kinda already said hi, but I don't want to be rude and take all the attention away from the other new nova, so I'll just answer everybody here.

Hi!

Dr. Troll: I'm not sure, really. I mean, I'm really strong even when I'm not nine feet tall and hairy, but I've only got a few weeks of experience to go on. Oh, and my sense of smell is, like, totally distracting me now. I can smell what all of the neighbors are cooking for dinner, I know when Bran (my dog) has been taken out for a walk recently just by the way he smells, and all kinds of other stuff. I guess that's what you mean, right? (PS: I almost called you Mr. Dr. Troll. )

Mr. Wakinyan: I'd love to go flying with you! But I don't think my dad would go for it. He says you've got 'control issues'. I think you're just a romantic, and you're in the wrong place at the wrong time a lot.

Sean: You keep up like that and you'll start sounding like my dad! Mr. Wakinyan's not such a bad guy. People just don't like him 'cause he don't look human anymore, and that's a horrible reason not to like someone!

[z-Sean McCline]

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Mr. Wakinyan: I'd love to go flying with you! But I don't think my dad would go for it. He says you've got 'control issues'. I think you're just a romantic, and you're in the wrong place at the wrong time a lot.

Dorothy... the reason I warned you away from him was the control issues. Hell, it's the reason I back-tracked on myself and suggested Ms. Rice. I have control issues, though not as bad as Wakinyan.

Trust me, I only spoke out of concern - I think that what I said may have ticked off Wakinyan, and he can beat me up unless I get really, really lucky.

So freakin' sue me if I didn't want to see you get hurt.

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Sean: You keep up like that and you'll start sounding like my dad! Mr. Wakinyan's not such a bad guy. People just don't like him 'cause he don't look human anymore, and that's a horrible reason not to like someone!

First, I sound like no man's dad.

Second, see above to see why I warned you away from him. I don't care what he looks like - I have been closefriends with weirder-looking people than him.

Third - be your father's daughter and do some research on people before you tell them that they're misunderstood romantics. Speak to the people that know them best - Wakinyan has a wife or mistress of some sort, not than she's ever in public. Talk to her. Talk to the lady that he gutted and almost killed in October. Talk to April Rice and Sandcaster. Find out about people before you decide why you like them.

And fourth - just be safe and smart, ok?

[David 'Dr. Troll' Smith]

Dorothy Roberts: (PS: I almost called you Mr. Dr. Troll.

:Sigh: When did I become old enough that people call me "Mr"? Eruption didn't do it so it must have been marriage.

Dorothy Roberts: Dr. Troll: I'm not sure, really. I mean, I'm really strong even when I'm not nine feet tall and hairy, but I've only got a few weeks of experience to go on. Oh, and my sense of smell is, like, totally distracting me now. I can smell what all of the neighbors are cooking for dinner, I know when Bran (my dog) has been taken out for a walk recently just by the way he smells, and all kinds of other stuff. I guess that's what you mean, right? )

Yes, that’s a good example. It sounds like you really are a single form shifter, meaning that’s just a power for you. Or you’re a nova even when you aren’t a werewolf. The classic example of the other type is SuperBeast. He can lose his beast (so to speak) but doing so strips him of everything else as well.

Only a few weeks? Do you still have the headaches?

[Wakinyan]

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Originally posted by Sean 'Chaos' McCline:
Dorothy... the reason I warned you away from him was the control issues. Hell, it's the reason I back-tracked on myself and suggested Ms. Rice. I have control issues, though not as bad as Wakinyan.

Trust me, I only spoke out of concern - I think that what I said may have ticked off Wakinyan, and he can beat me up unless I get really, really lucky.

Nah. Not planning on beating you up. You are right to some to degree. I do have control issues. Does that mean I cannot ever behave? Not at all. I have the utmost respect for Ms. Sandcaster and April and both of them can tell you I have never done anything inappropiate to them. Can I say I wouldn't with Dorothy? Well all I can say is I will try my best.

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Originally posted by Sean 'Chaos' McCline:
First, I sound like no man's dad.

Second, see above to see why I warned you away from him. I don't care what he looks like - I have been closefriends with weirder-looking people than him.

Third - be your father's daughter and do some research on people before you tell them that they're misunderstood romantics. Speak to the people that know them best - Wakinyan has a wife or mistress of some sort, not than she's ever in public. Talk to her. Talk to the lady that he gutted and almost killed in October. Talk to April Rice and Sandcaster. Find out about people before you decide why you like them.

And fourth - just be safe and smart, ok?

Sorry Sean you do sound like a father as much as you hate to admit it. Dorothy is not Thoughtwave or Carver so every situation is unique.

Dorothy my offer stands. If your father says no then I respect that. If he trusts we can meet I respect that as well. I will be in Chicago to meet with Alchemist later this week or the next so maybe we can meet then.

[z-Sean McCline]

Wakinyan: Heh, I started to duke it out with you some more, but I'm not gonna ruin Dorothy's thread. Maybe I am a father - at least I'm not a loose cannon who has had situations before. If you wanna keep fighting, PM me.

Dorothy: Welcome to the boards. I'll see ya around, and keep in touch, ok? Sorry about being a jackass above - it comes naturally to a smart-ass run-away kid who's growing up too late.

[Wakinyan]

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Originally posted by Sean 'Chaos' McCline:
Wakinyan: Heh, I started to duke it out with you some more, but I'm not gonna ruin Dorothy's thread. Maybe I am a father - at least I'm not a loose cannon who has had situations before. If you wanna keep fighting, PM me.

I didn't really think we where fighting. I just merely observed that a Terat party boy who has had about as much tail as Apep suddenly get's responsible and cautious. Seriously I have to wonder what happened? What changed?

[Dorothy Roberts]

Dr. Troll: Nope, haven't had any headaches since the first week or so. Dad said it was because I only had one 'In-star', or something like that. I really should look that up. He never explains himself unless you ask, and when you ask, he always goes on and on. It's usually easier just to look things up.

Wakinyan: Dad said maybe. Usually that means no, but I'll keep bugging him about it.

Sean: "First, I sound like no man's dad."

You're so in denial it's cute. Read what you posted and say that again, I dare you. It's nice that you're looking out for me, though. I understand, I do the same thing for my brother.

But don't worry too much. I have done my homework when it comes to Mr. Wakinyan. Most of the papers out there are completely biased against inhuman novas, but if you look around, you can figure out what's really going on. And he's not so bad as everyone keeps saying. If he was, he'd be in jail now, wouldn't he?

[Singularity]

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Originally posted by Wakinyan:
I just merely observed that a Terat party boy who has had about as much tail as Apep suddenly get's responsible and cautious. Seriously I have to wonder what happened? What changed?

I must say it's rather interesting to watch this play out on the sidelines instead of being in the middle of it...

[z-Sean McCline]

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Sean: "First, I sound like no man's dad."
You're so in denial it's cute. Read what you posted and say that again, I dare you. It's nice that you're looking out for me, though. I understand, I do the same thing for my brother.

I already admitted it, Dorothy. Fine, I'm becoming a fuddy-duddy who sits at home and crochets booties for his baby. I am a father, as much as I sometimes don't feel like I should be.

Sorry if I seem overprotective. First time I met you, you were crying and I couldn't help you. That does things to a man's head.

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
But don't worry too much. I have done my homework when it comes to Mr. Wakinyan. Most of the papers out there are completely biased against inhuman novas, but if you look around, you can figure out what's really going on. And he's not so bad as everyone keeps saying. If he was, he'd be in jail now, wouldn't he?

No, he wouldn't be in jail now. The legal system exists to give everyone a fair chance, but sometimes, if fails. You do know that some of the charges weren't pressed, right? The woman who he almost killed never pressed charges. In fact, she never even offered a comment to the press.

Have you seen what he did to her? Find those pictures - they're enlightening. Sure opened my eyes. Ask your father about Carver - she was healed by the Knights, which means your father did the work. Ask him what Wakinyan did to her.

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Orinally posted by Singularity:
I must say it's rather interesting to watch this play out on the sidelines instead of being in the middle of it...

And what's that supposed to mean?

[Wakinyan]

Wow Chaos you sure do have it out for me don't you. So much for the One Race and all that jazz eh? It's fine though play hero or daddy. Whatever it is you are looking to do. Come try and beat me up, show me the error of my ways whatever.

Would I like to meet Dorothy sure. She sounds like a great young lady. I respect her father immensely and believe it or not I do try to behave sometimes.

[z-Sean McCline]

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Originally posted by Wakinyan:
Wow Chaos you sure do have it out for me don't you. So much for the One Race and all that jazz eh? It's fine though play hero or daddy. Whatever it is you are looking to do. Come try and beat me up, show me the error of my ways whatever.

Hey, grumpy, all I'm trying to do is warn a friend. If you don't like that I have ammunition to use, I suggest you stop making it.

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Originally posted by Wakinyan:
Would I like to meet Dorothy sure. She sounds like a great young lady. I respect her father immensely and believe it or not I do try to behave sometimes.

Sure, you behave yourself in court. I've seen the same thing with anyone in the hot seat. You want me to believe that you can behave yourself?

Then prove it. Do it.

But don't think that I'm gonna nod and say, "What a pretty new leaf he's turning over," just because you say you are... which come to think of it, you really haven't said anything like that, have you? Just a lot of, this is the way you are and that sometimes you try to behave. Very interesting.

[Wakinyan]

I finished denying what I am a long time ago. No one has to be my friend. I try to be social and it doesn't always work. Sometimes it doesn't work and is an utter disaster but I do not stop trying.

[Singularity]

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Originally posted by Sean 'Chaos' McCline:
And what's that supposed to mean?

To put it mildly, I had a change of heart in my life and I was once in your shoes...

[Nightfall]

Child, may I offer some advice?

Stay away from strange males and watch your... booty, I believe Americans say, around them. Wakinyan has had 'issues' with women before.

[Wakinyan]

Well Dorothy all I can say at this point is it is you and your father's call. Either way I will be seeing Alchemist within the week.

I guess we are not in Kansas anymore and I am surely not Toto little werewolf.

[Stormwarden]

Greetings, Daughter of Alchemist. I look forward to being able to do stuff with you. I am new to Chicago and do not know many people. I can also take you out flying with me, if you like.

[Neil Preston]

Hey, Ms. Roberts. Being the offspring of an already established nova can be tough, but we can make it. Next time I am in Chicago, maybe we can meet, if its okay with your Dad.

[Slattern]

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Originally posted by Irini Mikhailova:
Child, may I offer some advice?

Stay away from strange males and watch your... booty...

How utterly boring.

[Nightfall]

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Originally posted by Slattern:

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Originally posted by Irini Mikhailova:
Child, may I offer some advice?

Stay away from strange males and watch your... booty...

How utterly boring.

Hey, until she is legal age, nyet?

It is not good to start too young. Trust me, I know.

[David 'Dr. Troll' Smith]

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Dorothy Roberts: Dr. Troll: Nope, haven't had any headaches since the first week or so. Dad said it was because I only had one 'In-star', or something like that. I really should look that up. He never explains himself unless you ask, and when you ask, he always goes on and on. It's usually easier just to look things up.

It means you node didn't grow enough to deform the rest of your brain. Bigger nodes tend to be associated with bigger post-eruption headaches... although not always.

Personally I had headaches up to my eruption and then they halted like turning off a light switch.

On the subject of advice;
1) Most, but not all of the time, listen to your Dad, he's a smart man.
2) Knowing the difference between most and all is going to be hard.

[Tommy Tomorrow]

This is why I come here. The nova experience. Seriously. Look at all the viewpoints represented and consider the unusual nature of the information exchanged.

This is why I come here.

Oh and hi, Dorothy.

[Dorothy Roberts]

Hello, Mr. Micro. I'm not sure how unusual this is. Actually, it mostly sounds a lot like the 'discussions' between mom and dad over whether I'm old enough to go to the mall by myself.

Hello, Ms. Mikhailova. I'll keep your advice in mind. I wasn't planning on doing anything more with Mr. Wakinyan than meeting him, though.

Ms. Stormwarden, I'd love to meet you too. I hear you can change shapes like I do, but you're better at it. Dad hasn't let me stop by the office yet. He keeps saying things like, "When I'm sure it won't explode". I can't tell if that's a joke or not.

Mr. Preston, I've heard about you! You're that wandering healer, right? Sure, I'd love to meet you! I don't think dad will have a problem with that either. He says you're the only 'real superhero' he knows.

Hi, Mr. Alden. I didn't really get much chance to talk when you stopped by our place. Thanks for helping with Mike...even if I miss him. Is he doing OK? Have you heard from him? I haven't heard a peep since he left...

[Tommy Tomorrow]

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Hello, Mr. Micro.

Please, just call me Tommy.

It wasn't your situation per se, Dorothy. Rather its some of what is discussed in passing around your situation. Things like novas being gutted but still being around to talk about it. Two novas with a history of violent interactions talking about fighting then getting beers: the last time one of them had a problem it resulted in major property damage. This too is part of the nova experience though not necessarily a pretty part of it. Sometimes I wonder how strange the future will be when it includes beings that can deal out and withstand damage that will obliterate baseline lives and structures unfortunate enough to be in the mere vicinity.

Oh, and a "dangerous" nova crocheting booties for his baby. That's an interesting mental image too.

[z-Sean McCline]

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Originally posted by Tommy Micro:
Oh, and a "dangerous" nova crocheting booties for his baby. That's an interesting mental image too.

What can I say? I live my life as an amusing lesson for others.

That's right young 'uns - watch your ways or you'll be an old fart before you turn 30, just like Chaos.

[Neil Preston]

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Mr. Preston, I've heard about you! You're that wandering healer, right? Sure, I'd love to meet you!

Yep, that's me, the wandering healer . I'll drop a line by WCK when I arrive.

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
I don't think dad will have a problem with that either. He says you're the only 'real superhero' he knows.

Wow ... that's really nice of him.

[Singularity]

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Originally posted by Dorothy Roberts:
Hi, Mr. Alden. I didn't really get much chance to talk when you stopped by our place. Thanks for helping with Mike...even if I miss him. Is he doing OK? Have you heard from him? I haven't heard a peep since he left...

Don't worry, Dorothy, we'll have plenty of time to talk in the future; both Regan and I like visiting with your father.

And Mike is in good hands, albeit rather busy.

[Slattern]

Well, Dorothy, has anyone showed you around for a night on the town as a nova yet? If not, would you be interested? I can show you a time you shan't soon forget.

[Wakinyan]

And people are scared of me getting a hold of her.

[Warren Verona]

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Originally posted by Slattern:
Well, Dorothy, has anyone showed you around for a night on the town as a nova yet? If not, would you be interested? I can show you a time you shan't soon forget.

Heh, if Dorothy as to be in bed early, it's been awhile since I had night out with good company, good food, and nice bub.

Besides, is there a paticular we're supposed to be living? If so, someone tell me cuz I sure didn't get the memo.

[Lemmy Chillmeister]

Man, with all the cock dueling here you'd think you fuckers have never seen a tight, young, piece-of-tail before.

Get a grip.

Hi, Dot. Welcome aboard.

[Sakurako Hino]

Wow, I really have been too busy. Our new friend has gone completely under my radar.

My apologies for the late welcome, Dorothy. But it is given none the less.

[Edward]

Welcome Miss Roberts. Always lovely to see a new face.