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[moon_in_her_hair]

[She's still trying to determine whether this is wise, but the offer had been a saving grace for her. She wanted anything that could remove her from the mountains and the horrors of war. This may not be what her father intended for her with her life, but this life was her choice.

That at least would comfort at night.]

My name is Alice Munro and I am new to this ship. [Ship. That in itself would take time to grow used to. It wasn't like the ship that brought her to the colonies at all.]

Those that are wardens, if you would be so kind to offer me advice perhaps on those here assembled? I know why I am here, but I would like to be made aware of what I am in store for. I do not want to be caught unawares. Not again.

[She hesitates before addressing the inmates.]

Those that are imprisoned, if you also have any information about the ship itself, I should be grateful.

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[withtheoldbreed]

Since November, ma'am. Not that long compared to some of the other people here.

[moon_in_her_hair]

No, I haven't been anywhere save for my room. I needed a bit of time to accustom myself. [And to let everything absorb. The quiet helped.]

You are right, that is helpful. [It's that sort of advice that makes her feel better about the job ahead.]

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[whatthewrackspurt]

Not if you want it done right. Or if you brainwash your inmate, but I think the Admiral watches for that sort of thing.

That's exciting, isn't it? It's my first time out in space as well. You can see the stars much better from up here because the nargles aren't clouding the atmosphere.

[moon_in_her_hair]

Maybe it isn't about the length, but what you do with the time? [She's feeling a bit more on even ground just talking to someone.] Do you like it here?

[mercurialize]

Well, when you're ready I'll show you around, if you'd like.

I'm Kyle, by the way. Kyle Blackson.

[chaotica]

I'm very unpleasant to work with, you'll want to assist Morgana or Merlin.

[moon_in_her_hair]

I- I would like that, very much. Thank you.

It is nice to meet you. Your advice is very good, Mr. Blackson. It is admirable that you stayed to help others in turn.

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[moon_in_her_hair]

Nargles? Is that a creature found where you are from?

[The idea of seeing the stars closer is comforting. It makes this place a little less frightening.] I haven't looked out at the stars yet. I only have seen my room.

[moon_in_her_hair]

Anyone, so long as I am able to be of some use.

[mercurialize]

Sure. Just say the word.

Pleasure's mine. And please, just Kyle.

In all honesty, I left at first, couple months. I only got back today, in fact.

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[whatthewrackspurt]

Yes, but it's likely they could be found where you come from, too. They're invisible, you know.

You should. It'll make you feel better, if you're feeling overwhelmed.

[withtheoldbreed]

It's better than where I was. [But, well, that's not hard to accomplish.] I do a lot of reading, and try to help out my inmate.

[voluntaryapnea]

Oh. Well, it all depends on your inmate, really.

What kind of environment are you used to? If you don't mind my asking.

[chaotica]

I'm sure you can be. You'll be given a bit of training in the development of medicine since your time. ...oh, I suppose I'll be doing that. But experience and calm around the injured and ill is something that cannot be taught.

[warisart]

[Others are addressing her other points, so Ben chooses one less obvious, one that he finds no less interesting for all of that. He is young, early 20s, with the timeless signature of the military pressed into every aspect of him from his crisp diction, to his neutral expression, to the straight lines of his posture.]

My name is Ben. I am a graduated inmate currently serving as warden myself, one of three kitchen supervisors, and tending to the music room.

By what or whom were you caught unawares primarily, ma'am?

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[strangehistorian]

[A woman's voice, squeaky but cheerful.]

Hello, Alice! Welcome to the Barge!

My name is Chromie, I work in the library here. I actually have a pamphlet for newcomers like you!

[moon_in_her_hair]

You are a new arrival as well? You are fortunate to have experience in this place at least.

[She felt at a stark disadvantage in that.]

I don't have anything else for the day. Would you be able to show me about in an hour or so?

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[moon_in_her_hair]

Invisible? What do they do?

[She is feeling overwhelmed and rattled. The advice is extremely good. Sometimes just standing and looking about was enough to give perspective.]

I think I will. Is there a particular spot that is best?

[moon_in_her_hair]

[She can relate to that and finds herself nodding.]

It is already better than where I was too. Where are you from?

[moon_in_her_hair]

[Death, destruction, fear, pain.]

It was the colonies in the Americas. New York, specifically.

[moon_in_her_hair]

Yes, I remember. It was particularly important to learn that skill while under siege. The patients were already rattled and we needed to help keep them calm.

[moon_in_her_hair]

[She shrinks back, her eyes becoming haunted again. There was fear in her expression, but slowly detaching itself from her manner. She was calm, even in the face of her fright.

How does she even begin to describe what happened or where she came from?]

The Huron...they killed everyone... The leader, Magua, he... he destroyed everything...

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[moon_in_her_hair]

That would be very helpful! Should I visit the library?

[chaotica]

You've done war medicine.

[withtheoldbreed]

Mobile, Alabama. But I was with the 1st Marine Division on Peleliu before I got here.

[... He's assuming most of that doesn't mean much to you, given what you've said to Cambridge.]

It's an island in the Pacific.