YOU ARE NOT EXPECTED TO RETURN.

A blog for: Celine Gasper, Ringo Haruhi, Martis Bourne, Mae Ledger, Clay Verlice and Alexandria Falkner

[expendables-and-experimentals]

MASTERPOST

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➤ last update: 7 Oct (Added Z-111, Kronos and ?-???, Lethe as characters)

CHARACTERS

➤ LORE POST

Z-71: “Butterfly”, Celine Gasper

➤ Goes by she/her

Z-597: “Little Blue”, Ringo Haruhi

➤ Goes by she/her

Z-87: “Peacock”, Martis Bourne

➤ Goes by he/him

Z-912: “Wailer”, Mae Ledger

➤ Goes by they/them or she/her

Z-278: “The Taxidermist”

➤ Goes by they/them

Z-119-R: “Caller”

➤ Goes by he/him

Z-119-C: “Receiver”

➤ Goes by she/her

Z-111: “Kronos”

➤ Goes by he/him and they/them

Expendable: Clay Verlice

➤ Goes by he/they

Expendable: Alexandria Falkner

➤ Goes by she/her

?-???: “Lethe”

➤ Goes by she/her and they/them (and is the sona, say hi /lh)

REFERENCES

( WARNING FOR MUTILATION )

➤ Left to Right: Ringo, Celine, Martis, Alexandria, Mae, Receiver, Caller

Made with Picrew

➤ Alexandria and Clay

CONTENT WARNINGS

➤ GENERAL

Includes, but may not be limited to: mentions of death, experimentation, violence, torture, gore.

➤ SPECIFIC

Alexandria: cannibalism, serial killings Mae: implied spousal abuse Celine: disfigurement Martis: implied alcoholism

RULES

➤ Hi, you can call the mun over here lethe, fifi or eulogy. I go by she/they. (likes and follows will be from @/eucharist-eulogy)

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➤ There are several headcanons made within this blog. I am no wikipedia, just a person making a story

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ACHIEVEMENTS CORNER: 0/15

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

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624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

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Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

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Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

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Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

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Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

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Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

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Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

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“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[exrp624-calisto]

Names? So there were other people here besides expendables and the experiments she's seen? This was actually a pretty shocking revelation to her. She looked at Ringo with her head tilted to the side.

"Martis and Celiene? Are they like you? I haven't seen anyone here besides other expendables and that friend of mine.. And you now."

Charlie was naturally curious about anything she hadn't seen down here. She had assumed she'd seen it all, but that didn't end well for her.

"The expendables I've run into vary heavily.. Some are loners, others like to travel in groups.. Some are selfish and others too nice. They all have a goal in common, though. I wonder if one of them, or multiple, maybe, will reach it?"

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”Well, they can talk, just like me. They don’t have the same… features as me, but they’re friendly!”

Ringo gently scratched her head, awkwardly chuckling. It seemed that this was shocking to the other, and Ringo could understand why. Most of the creatures here were just the wordless, mindless creatures that most expendables had to deal with.

“Ahh, the expendables… they’re quite different, yeah. I don’t know what they need to do, but I hope they’ll be alright..?”

Ringo shrugged quietly, chuckling awkwardly at the thought. Maybe she doesn’t know many expendables…

[exrp624-calisto]

She seemed a bit surprised at Ringo's words. Had no one told her why Urbanshade was sending them down here? Was it possible that not everyone (or everything) knew why this was happening? It'd be a bit startling to have a bunch of strangers funneled into your home(?) to look for something.. Even if this wasn't exactly a home.

"Urbanshade is sending expendables down here to obtain a crystal. It powers the entire blacksite. The higher ups are promising whoever gets it their freedom, money, and a clear criminal record.."

She sighed quietly as she mourned what could've been for her. It would've been nice, but.. Considering she'd been down here for some time now and no one has managed, she figured it may be impossible at this point.

"My 'friend' says that obtaining the crystal isn't for everyone's best benefit, though, so maybe it's good I didn't manage, yeah?"

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“… Huh, that’s a lotta rewards for getting a crystal back… it must be in an older area, cos I’ve never seen it…”

Ringo scratched her head a little more, trying to think about it. No power… no lights? The weird garden served as oxygen at least, but would it be that bad? Well, that’s assuming that Urbanshade doesn’t touch the area.

Urbanshade probably wouldn’t let this place stay. Whatever this crystal is, it could be the one thing saving the people stuck here from doom.

“O-Oh, haha, yeah… It must be very complicated… Plus, who knows what would happen after?”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie seems to zone out for a moment. Knowing now that there are people here besides Painter and Sebastian (and herself, if she counts), she feels a bit less bad about failing.

"The area is apparently really far ahead. Talking like.. over another 50 rooms. It really seems impossible."

The note falls as she continues pondering. She's seen a lot more since she originally got here. Things that no one should have ever seen. She would imagine that Urbanshade wouldn't want the mere thought of this place getting out, but she isn't going to tell Ringo that, of course. Wouldn't be good for either of them.

"I don't know what Urbanshade would do with or to this place afterward if someone were to get the crystal, but I imagine once they get what they want, they wouldn't bother doing much else. It's not like anyone could find this place randomly."

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”Yeah… and then there’s the old area… this place is huge.”

Ringo looked at the other. Seemed like she was in a state of deep thought, not that she wouldn’t be if she were in her shoes. All this… she couldn’t have imagined it back then. It was so utterly ridiculous and unbelievable, that even now she sometimes questions what she’s seeing.

“I don’t know what they’ll do… and maybe i-it’s better that the e-expendables can’t get the crystal, maybe… but I don’t know…”

She nervously rubbed her tentacles together, as if thinking to herself. She was thinking to herself, it seemed.

“Maybe they could stay here, like you are right now? At least no one dies in that way..?”

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Charlie nods, while also seeming rather out of it. Come to think of it, she hadn't really wondered what would happen if one of the others did get the crystal. What would happen to this place? "I wonder sometimes if there's places that I haven't seen.. Even beyond the last area I saw. I don't know if I want to see them." She looks at Ringo. She can't help but feel a bit.. Guilty? Not even for her own attempt, but anyone else's. While sure anyone would be crazy to not accept the deal.. Does anyone consider the other people down here? "I don't think it's that simple, unfortunately. But I do know that.. benefactor of mine is doing everything he can to figure out how to get out of here. I have no idea when.. Or if.. That will happen."

Before she sends this note, she flips it over and writes on the back. "But it's nice to have something to look forward to, hold on to.."

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The crystal… Every expendable wanted their hands on it. She didn’t know much about it, but it was important. So important that expendables risked life and limb. What was this crystal even?

“The last area? Is it that old area? I don’t know much about it… but it seems pretty old…”

Ringo looked up at her tentatively, then began looking around. This was a rather safe place, no wonder no one’s gotten the chance to see Charlie. She then took the next note, looking at it quietly, before flipping it to see the small extra notes.

“Your benefactor must be truly kind… I-I hope I could meet him one day…”

Something nice to hold onto… every little bit was worth holding onto, at least.

[exrp624-calisto]

Old? Is it? By the condition of this entire place everything seem old. But since the crystal does power the whole place it would make sense that it would be here the longest. "It makes sense that it would be here the longest I suppose. But I haven't been here all that long, so I don't know as much as those who have been here longer." She passes that one, and another one after. "And my benefactor.. He is, in his own way i suppose. Everyone has their motives though. He's a bit rough around the edges, but being down here will do that to you, I suppose." She thinks for a moment. "How long have you been here? I know that my benefactor has been here.. A long time. But I haven't met anyone like him yet."

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“I’ve only gone there a few handful of times… It’s really dark and old and awful music plays everywhere… It’s spacious but its so uncomfortable to be in anyways for me, much less an expendable…”

Ringo scratches the top of her head, thinking more about this crystal. It was no nice place, where it was housed in. It also didn’t feel really secure. Then again, it must be a disaster to get the crystal out of its chamber, considering it powers the entire Blacksite.

”I understand… I hope your benefactor’s alright…”

This benefactor of hers seemed to be somewhat amicable, reasonable but not someone you could push around. Just like her too? A monster? Which one..?

“How long? Uh… I haven’t counted… it’s been really long, though… Most of my friends are pretty reclusive, they might not be looking around as much as me…”

[eucharist-eulogy]

Guess who forgot she has exams in a week

uh yes. serious post here besties. did i totally revise for this? yeah. but my parents would probably disown me if i got a bad grade so uh. i wont be active here for about 9 days until 13 nov. Same with discord but just in general. i won’t be around and if you see me around please yell at me to study. thanks

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

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624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

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Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

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Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

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Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

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Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

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Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

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Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

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“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[exrp624-calisto]

Names? So there were other people here besides expendables and the experiments she's seen? This was actually a pretty shocking revelation to her. She looked at Ringo with her head tilted to the side.

"Martis and Celiene? Are they like you? I haven't seen anyone here besides other expendables and that friend of mine.. And you now."

Charlie was naturally curious about anything she hadn't seen down here. She had assumed she'd seen it all, but that didn't end well for her.

"The expendables I've run into vary heavily.. Some are loners, others like to travel in groups.. Some are selfish and others too nice. They all have a goal in common, though. I wonder if one of them, or multiple, maybe, will reach it?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Well, they can talk, just like me. They don’t have the same… features as me, but they’re friendly!”

Ringo gently scratched her head, awkwardly chuckling. It seemed that this was shocking to the other, and Ringo could understand why. Most of the creatures here were just the wordless, mindless creatures that most expendables had to deal with.

“Ahh, the expendables… they’re quite different, yeah. I don’t know what they need to do, but I hope they’ll be alright..?”

Ringo shrugged quietly, chuckling awkwardly at the thought. Maybe she doesn’t know many expendables…

[exrp624-calisto]

She seemed a bit surprised at Ringo's words. Had no one told her why Urbanshade was sending them down here? Was it possible that not everyone (or everything) knew why this was happening? It'd be a bit startling to have a bunch of strangers funneled into your home(?) to look for something.. Even if this wasn't exactly a home.

"Urbanshade is sending expendables down here to obtain a crystal. It powers the entire blacksite. The higher ups are promising whoever gets it their freedom, money, and a clear criminal record.."

She sighed quietly as she mourned what could've been for her. It would've been nice, but.. Considering she'd been down here for some time now and no one has managed, she figured it may be impossible at this point.

"My 'friend' says that obtaining the crystal isn't for everyone's best benefit, though, so maybe it's good I didn't manage, yeah?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“… Huh, that’s a lotta rewards for getting a crystal back… it must be in an older area, cos I’ve never seen it…”

Ringo scratched her head a little more, trying to think about it. No power… no lights? The weird garden served as oxygen at least, but would it be that bad? Well, that’s assuming that Urbanshade doesn’t touch the area.

Urbanshade probably wouldn’t let this place stay. Whatever this crystal is, it could be the one thing saving the people stuck here from doom.

“O-Oh, haha, yeah… It must be very complicated… Plus, who knows what would happen after?”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie seems to zone out for a moment. Knowing now that there are people here besides Painter and Sebastian (and herself, if she counts), she feels a bit less bad about failing.

"The area is apparently really far ahead. Talking like.. over another 50 rooms. It really seems impossible."

The note falls as she continues pondering. She's seen a lot more since she originally got here. Things that no one should have ever seen. She would imagine that Urbanshade wouldn't want the mere thought of this place getting out, but she isn't going to tell Ringo that, of course. Wouldn't be good for either of them.

"I don't know what Urbanshade would do with or to this place afterward if someone were to get the crystal, but I imagine once they get what they want, they wouldn't bother doing much else. It's not like anyone could find this place randomly."

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Yeah… and then there’s the old area… this place is huge.”

Ringo looked at the other. Seemed like she was in a state of deep thought, not that she wouldn’t be if she were in her shoes. All this… she couldn’t have imagined it back then. It was so utterly ridiculous and unbelievable, that even now she sometimes questions what she’s seeing.

“I don’t know what they’ll do… and maybe i-it’s better that the e-expendables can’t get the crystal, maybe… but I don’t know…”

She nervously rubbed her tentacles together, as if thinking to herself. She was thinking to herself, it seemed.

“Maybe they could stay here, like you are right now? At least no one dies in that way..?”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie nods, while also seeming rather out of it. Come to think of it, she hadn't really wondered what would happen if one of the others did get the crystal. What would happen to this place? "I wonder sometimes if there's places that I haven't seen.. Even beyond the last area I saw. I don't know if I want to see them." She looks at Ringo. She can't help but feel a bit.. Guilty? Not even for her own attempt, but anyone else's. While sure anyone would be crazy to not accept the deal.. Does anyone consider the other people down here? "I don't think it's that simple, unfortunately. But I do know that.. benefactor of mine is doing everything he can to figure out how to get out of here. I have no idea when.. Or if.. That will happen."

Before she sends this note, she flips it over and writes on the back. "But it's nice to have something to look forward to, hold on to.."

[expendables-and-experimentals]

The crystal… Every expendable wanted their hands on it. She didn’t know much about it, but it was important. So important that expendables risked life and limb. What was this crystal even?

“The last area? Is it that old area? I don’t know much about it… but it seems pretty old…”

Ringo looked up at her tentatively, then began looking around. This was a rather safe place, no wonder no one’s gotten the chance to see Charlie. She then took the next note, looking at it quietly, before flipping it to see the small extra notes.

“Your benefactor must be truly kind… I-I hope I could meet him one day…”

Something nice to hold onto… every little bit was worth holding onto, at least.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Update again

hihi, ik i just added taxidermist, caller, receiver and kronos but i think it would be better to move em to another blog, or maybe give them their own blogs, because they might not match the tone of this blog. their blogs will be linked if/when i make em

— lethe

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[exrp624-calisto]

Names? So there were other people here besides expendables and the experiments she's seen? This was actually a pretty shocking revelation to her. She looked at Ringo with her head tilted to the side.

"Martis and Celiene? Are they like you? I haven't seen anyone here besides other expendables and that friend of mine.. And you now."

Charlie was naturally curious about anything she hadn't seen down here. She had assumed she'd seen it all, but that didn't end well for her.

"The expendables I've run into vary heavily.. Some are loners, others like to travel in groups.. Some are selfish and others too nice. They all have a goal in common, though. I wonder if one of them, or multiple, maybe, will reach it?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Well, they can talk, just like me. They don’t have the same… features as me, but they’re friendly!”

Ringo gently scratched her head, awkwardly chuckling. It seemed that this was shocking to the other, and Ringo could understand why. Most of the creatures here were just the wordless, mindless creatures that most expendables had to deal with.

“Ahh, the expendables… they’re quite different, yeah. I don’t know what they need to do, but I hope they’ll be alright..?”

Ringo shrugged quietly, chuckling awkwardly at the thought. Maybe she doesn’t know many expendables…

[exrp624-calisto]

She seemed a bit surprised at Ringo's words. Had no one told her why Urbanshade was sending them down here? Was it possible that not everyone (or everything) knew why this was happening? It'd be a bit startling to have a bunch of strangers funneled into your home(?) to look for something.. Even if this wasn't exactly a home.

"Urbanshade is sending expendables down here to obtain a crystal. It powers the entire blacksite. The higher ups are promising whoever gets it their freedom, money, and a clear criminal record.."

She sighed quietly as she mourned what could've been for her. It would've been nice, but.. Considering she'd been down here for some time now and no one has managed, she figured it may be impossible at this point.

"My 'friend' says that obtaining the crystal isn't for everyone's best benefit, though, so maybe it's good I didn't manage, yeah?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“… Huh, that’s a lotta rewards for getting a crystal back… it must be in an older area, cos I’ve never seen it…”

Ringo scratched her head a little more, trying to think about it. No power… no lights? The weird garden served as oxygen at least, but would it be that bad? Well, that’s assuming that Urbanshade doesn’t touch the area.

Urbanshade probably wouldn’t let this place stay. Whatever this crystal is, it could be the one thing saving the people stuck here from doom.

“O-Oh, haha, yeah… It must be very complicated… Plus, who knows what would happen after?”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie seems to zone out for a moment. Knowing now that there are people here besides Painter and Sebastian (and herself, if she counts), she feels a bit less bad about failing.

"The area is apparently really far ahead. Talking like.. over another 50 rooms. It really seems impossible."

The note falls as she continues pondering. She's seen a lot more since she originally got here. Things that no one should have ever seen. She would imagine that Urbanshade wouldn't want the mere thought of this place getting out, but she isn't going to tell Ringo that, of course. Wouldn't be good for either of them.

"I don't know what Urbanshade would do with or to this place afterward if someone were to get the crystal, but I imagine once they get what they want, they wouldn't bother doing much else. It's not like anyone could find this place randomly."

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Yeah… and then there’s the old area… this place is huge.”

Ringo looked at the other. Seemed like she was in a state of deep thought, not that she wouldn’t be if she were in her shoes. All this… she couldn’t have imagined it back then. It was so utterly ridiculous and unbelievable, that even now she sometimes questions what she’s seeing.

“I don’t know what they’ll do… and maybe i-it’s better that the e-expendables can’t get the crystal, maybe… but I don’t know…”

She nervously rubbed her tentacles together, as if thinking to herself. She was thinking to herself, it seemed.

“Maybe they could stay here, like you are right now? At least no one dies in that way..?”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Hey. Hey. Have you all paid your taxes

… Seems like most of the crew’s alright with it, after all, most of them didn’t really have taxes to pay…

”…Hey.”

ACHIEVEMENT EARNED! : Oh yes!

”You better run.” Make Clay draw out his gun.

“…We don’t need to talk about that, okay?”

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[exrp624-calisto]

Names? So there were other people here besides expendables and the experiments she's seen? This was actually a pretty shocking revelation to her. She looked at Ringo with her head tilted to the side.

"Martis and Celiene? Are they like you? I haven't seen anyone here besides other expendables and that friend of mine.. And you now."

Charlie was naturally curious about anything she hadn't seen down here. She had assumed she'd seen it all, but that didn't end well for her.

"The expendables I've run into vary heavily.. Some are loners, others like to travel in groups.. Some are selfish and others too nice. They all have a goal in common, though. I wonder if one of them, or multiple, maybe, will reach it?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Well, they can talk, just like me. They don’t have the same… features as me, but they’re friendly!”

Ringo gently scratched her head, awkwardly chuckling. It seemed that this was shocking to the other, and Ringo could understand why. Most of the creatures here were just the wordless, mindless creatures that most expendables had to deal with.

“Ahh, the expendables… they’re quite different, yeah. I don’t know what they need to do, but I hope they’ll be alright..?”

Ringo shrugged quietly, chuckling awkwardly at the thought. Maybe she doesn’t know many expendables…

[exrp624-calisto]

She seemed a bit surprised at Ringo's words. Had no one told her why Urbanshade was sending them down here? Was it possible that not everyone (or everything) knew why this was happening? It'd be a bit startling to have a bunch of strangers funneled into your home(?) to look for something.. Even if this wasn't exactly a home.

"Urbanshade is sending expendables down here to obtain a crystal. It powers the entire blacksite. The higher ups are promising whoever gets it their freedom, money, and a clear criminal record.."

She sighed quietly as she mourned what could've been for her. It would've been nice, but.. Considering she'd been down here for some time now and no one has managed, she figured it may be impossible at this point.

"My 'friend' says that obtaining the crystal isn't for everyone's best benefit, though, so maybe it's good I didn't manage, yeah?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“… Huh, that’s a lotta rewards for getting a crystal back… it must be in an older area, cos I’ve never seen it…”

Ringo scratched her head a little more, trying to think about it. No power… no lights? The weird garden served as oxygen at least, but would it be that bad? Well, that’s assuming that Urbanshade doesn’t touch the area.

Urbanshade probably wouldn’t let this place stay. Whatever this crystal is, it could be the one thing saving the people stuck here from doom.

“O-Oh, haha, yeah… It must be very complicated… Plus, who knows what would happen after?”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“… Little children don’t belong in a place like this. Why are you here, little girl?”

— Alexandria (expendables-and-experimentals)

“Take a better look at me and take a wild guess~”

Jessica didn’t bother to turn around to look who was talking to here, she’s too busy with playing with her ‘toy’ to care… the toy being a wall dweller that clearly seem terrified of her and trying to escape but can’t due to Jessica’s tentacles holding it in place effortlessly.

@expendables-and-experimentals

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Well, there are two answers, no? You’re either a child of a monster, or a child turned into a monster.”

Alexandria bent down to her height, raising her brow. She didn’t seem to care about the wall dweller in the child’s grasp.

“So… which one are you?”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

Jessica didn’t answer immediately and simply hummed some kind of tone.

The next thing you knew she used her tentacles to pull so hard on the Dweller, tearing it apart in a gressume matter, taking it heads closer to her, her mouth open in a way no normal mouth should and easily eaten the head of the dweller in one bite.

After finally swallowing her meal, she throw away the ramen of the dweller and stand up to look at the person behind her alas, using one of her tentacles to whipe away the blood from her face.

“I know the people here are slow to understand but not THAT slow. I am clearly a void mass creature! Do you even know what that is? I have nerve and will never be a human child!”

She walked towards Alexandria, and looked up at her and smiled a not so friendly smile.

“And who may you be?”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Alexandria simply watched the other consume the wall dweller. Jessica might have even caught the other licking the corner of her lips at the sight.

“Well, it’s best not to assume. Void mass creatures don’t talk so much, after all. Neither do they look so human.”

Alexandria got up once the other walked up to her, smiling in a sleazy manner.

“Alexandria, you can just call me Alex for short.”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Alright then Alex~”

Jessica did notice how the other looked at the corpse of the wall dweller, licking her lips and all~ now she normally would like to share her food with others but something telling her she would like this woman here.

So one of her tenacles once again went to pick up a part of the Dweller and handed it to Alex.

“I already like you so you can have the rest of it, I can tell you just dying to have a bite~”

“Also it is true that not all the void masses are the best when it come to shape shifting but some of us are masters at it, Such as myself~ heheheh say say aren’t I just ADORABLE!”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Alexandria paused, blinking a little and looking at her.

“…Thanks.”

Taking the bloodied chunk of strange flesh, she sunk her teeth into the mass of flesh. it was still a little warm. She listened to the other speak, quietly enjoying her meal. Well, this little kid was quite entertaining at least.

“Hmm, so you can shape shift. Well, I would say your impression of a human girl’s pretty on point… Yeah, you’re quite adorable.”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Thank you!”

Jessica even bother to tell her the actual origin of this form but who needs to know the details anyway?

“Not all my ‘siblings’ are as good as me when it comes to to mimic a human form so I am one of the most skilled~”

After being dormant feeding her own ego, she puts her hands behind her back and asked.

“Now tell me, what horrible crimes have you committed?! I mean you an expandable right? Or did those guys just accuse you of anything even tho you innocent?”

Wouldn’t be the first time they did that after all.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Huh, well, that’s nice.”

Alexandria nodded quietly, as if entertaining a small child showing a grownup their toy.

“…Crimes?” So that was what “expendable” meant. A criminal. It was nice to have some confirmation that the two were indeed interchangeable.

“Ah, yes. I was framed…” Jessica’s words gave her a perfect excuse. “They said I killed a bunch of people, but I didn’t.”

For how unconvincing she sounded, she was rather nonchalant about it. It wasn’t like people being falsely imprisoned was rare.

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Sure sure~”

Jessica could tell that lady probably if not absolutely has some kind of a criminal history by how she didn’t hesitate to bite into the wall dweller, a normal person would simply vomit on the thought!

She would know, she saw it happens so many times more than she likes to admit. Although who is she to try and dig deep into her past? Is not like she’s any better than Alex.

Before proceeding with more questions, she decided to let Alex first finish her meal and once she did she hums while being impressed.

“You enjoyed that wall dweller as it’s your last meal, I thought humans like you hate their taste.”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Really? Well, maybe I’ve been here too long. Tasted one out of curiosity. It’s not half bad, and there isn’t much to eat here anyway, might as well.”

Alexandria definitely knew Jessica knew she was lying. Oh well, not that it could be that bad. At least she got to finish her meal.

“Plus, they make me feel pretty energetic afterwards. Dunno if thats the hunger or the flesh’s doing.”

Ah, right. Not like most normal people would hesitate even on the brink of starvation to consume… this humanoid creature.

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Oh yeah there isn’t much food in here, isn’t there?”

Jessica seemed both amused yet confused about the whole thing.

“Isn’t there a lot of can food in here though? Aren’t can food supposed to last for a LONG time?

She for a fact knows there is a whole storage place filled with foods that last for years and surprisingly still in good condition…. Except for the ice cream :(

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Canned food? Er, yes. Not a lot of places to cook it, though. Don’t wanna accidentally light a fire and ignite a leaking gas pipe or the like.”

It seemed to be a very far-fetched distraction

“Freshly killed meat is usually much safer for consumption. Not a lot of time for it to go bad. You can process it to make it last longer, but that’s not exactly easy here.’

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

Is it really that hard for humans to cook their own food? Fitzroy make it seem easy… although Jessica can not deny that, she do enjoy eating human while still being fresh and especially with their bones! Has a nice crunch to it~

“Okay okay~ no need to shower me with facts now. Just say you like the taste of raw flesh!”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”… I don’t necessarily like the taste of raw flesh, it’s just safer to have fresh raw meat than meat that’s been left over.”

Alexandria shrugged, sighing to herself. This was one handful of a kid, indeed…

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[exrp624-calisto]

Names? So there were other people here besides expendables and the experiments she's seen? This was actually a pretty shocking revelation to her. She looked at Ringo with her head tilted to the side.

"Martis and Celiene? Are they like you? I haven't seen anyone here besides other expendables and that friend of mine.. And you now."

Charlie was naturally curious about anything she hadn't seen down here. She had assumed she'd seen it all, but that didn't end well for her.

"The expendables I've run into vary heavily.. Some are loners, others like to travel in groups.. Some are selfish and others too nice. They all have a goal in common, though. I wonder if one of them, or multiple, maybe, will reach it?"

[expendables-and-experimentals]

”Well, they can talk, just like me. They don’t have the same… features as me, but they’re friendly!”

Ringo gently scratched her head, awkwardly chuckling. It seemed that this was shocking to the other, and Ringo could understand why. Most of the creatures here were just the wordless, mindless creatures that most expendables had to deal with.

“Ahh, the expendables… they’re quite different, yeah. I don’t know what they need to do, but I hope they’ll be alright..?”

Ringo shrugged quietly, chuckling awkwardly at the thought. Maybe she doesn’t know many expendables…

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

Charlie hesitated a bit before nodding. She wasn't sure if she should disclose the identity of her benefactor. On one hand, it could bring more business in, but on the other hand.. Well, Sebastian wasn't exactly keeping her around to promote business.

"He is, yeah. He's just left for a while.. He'll return. He always does. I just prefer to stay behind sometimes. It's just easier that way, yeah?"

She honestly does get a tad lonely sometimes. She just doesn't realize it. It's nice to have someone to chat with.

"What about you? Any friends of your own? It's a bit difficult to maintain them down here, but I get the feeling you're good at that."

She's pretty certain, actually. Charlie isn't used to idle chatter, but Ringo makes it easier. She slides the notes down once again.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Easier that way… Well, it does look pretty safe up there… Your benefactor must be a nice guy!”

Ringo clasped her hands together, as if physically embodying wires clicking in her head as she made that small realisation of the other’s helper.

“Well… Martis and Celine are nice, I see them as friends, and I hope they see me as such too— they’re very nice too, just maybe not as friendly… They mean well, I promise!”

Ringo scratched the top of her head for a moment. Was this Charlie’s first time talking to another person in a while? She must be so lonely… She didn’t mind keeping her company, it felt very safe in this room.

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“… Little children don’t belong in a place like this. Why are you here, little girl?”

— Alexandria (expendables-and-experimentals)

“Take a better look at me and take a wild guess~”

Jessica didn’t bother to turn around to look who was talking to here, she’s too busy with playing with her ‘toy’ to care… the toy being a wall dweller that clearly seem terrified of her and trying to escape but can’t due to Jessica’s tentacles holding it in place effortlessly.

@expendables-and-experimentals

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Well, there are two answers, no? You’re either a child of a monster, or a child turned into a monster.”

Alexandria bent down to her height, raising her brow. She didn’t seem to care about the wall dweller in the child’s grasp.

“So… which one are you?”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

Jessica didn’t answer immediately and simply hummed some kind of tone.

The next thing you knew she used her tentacles to pull so hard on the Dweller, tearing it apart in a gressume matter, taking it heads closer to her, her mouth open in a way no normal mouth should and easily eaten the head of the dweller in one bite.

After finally swallowing her meal, she throw away the ramen of the dweller and stand up to look at the person behind her alas, using one of her tentacles to whipe away the blood from her face.

“I know the people here are slow to understand but not THAT slow. I am clearly a void mass creature! Do you even know what that is? I have nerve and will never be a human child!”

She walked towards Alexandria, and looked up at her and smiled a not so friendly smile.

“And who may you be?”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Alexandria simply watched the other consume the wall dweller. Jessica might have even caught the other licking the corner of her lips at the sight.

“Well, it’s best not to assume. Void mass creatures don’t talk so much, after all. Neither do they look so human.”

Alexandria got up once the other walked up to her, smiling in a sleazy manner.

“Alexandria, you can just call me Alex for short.”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Alright then Alex~”

Jessica did notice how the other looked at the corpse of the wall dweller, licking her lips and all~ now she normally would like to share her food with others but something telling her she would like this woman here.

So one of her tenacles once again went to pick up a part of the Dweller and handed it to Alex.

“I already like you so you can have the rest of it, I can tell you just dying to have a bite~”

“Also it is true that not all the void masses are the best when it come to shape shifting but some of us are masters at it, Such as myself~ heheheh say say aren’t I just ADORABLE!”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Alexandria paused, blinking a little and looking at her.

“…Thanks.”

Taking the bloodied chunk of strange flesh, she sunk her teeth into the mass of flesh. it was still a little warm. She listened to the other speak, quietly enjoying her meal. Well, this little kid was quite entertaining at least.

“Hmm, so you can shape shift. Well, I would say your impression of a human girl’s pretty on point… Yeah, you’re quite adorable.”

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Thank you!”

Jessica even bother to tell her the actual origin of this form but who needs to know the details anyway?

“Not all my ‘siblings’ are as good as me when it comes to to mimic a human form so I am one of the most skilled~”

After being dormant feeding her own ego, she puts her hands behind her back and asked.

“Now tell me, what horrible crimes have you committed?! I mean you an expandable right? Or did those guys just accuse you of anything even tho you innocent?”

Wouldn’t be the first time they did that after all.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Huh, well, that’s nice.”

Alexandria nodded quietly, as if entertaining a small child showing a grownup their toy.

“…Crimes?” So that was what “expendable” meant. A criminal. It was nice to have some confirmation that the two were indeed interchangeable.

“Ah, yes. I was framed…” Jessica’s words gave her a perfect excuse. “They said I killed a bunch of people, but I didn’t.”

For how unconvincing she sounded, she was rather nonchalant about it. It wasn’t like people being falsely imprisoned was rare.

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Sure sure~”

Jessica could tell that lady probably if not absolutely has some kind of a criminal history by how she didn’t hesitate to bite into the wall dweller, a normal person would simply vomit on the thought!

She would know, she saw it happens so many times more than she likes to admit. Although who is she to try and dig deep into her past? Is not like she’s any better than Alex.

Before proceeding with more questions, she decided to let Alex first finish her meal and once she did she hums while being impressed.

“You enjoyed that wall dweller as it’s your last meal, I thought humans like you hate their taste.”

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Really? Well, maybe I’ve been here too long. Tasted one out of curiosity. It’s not half bad, and there isn’t much to eat here anyway, might as well.”

Alexandria definitely knew Jessica knew she was lying. Oh well, not that it could be that bad. At least she got to finish her meal.

“Plus, they make me feel pretty energetic afterwards. Dunno if thats the hunger or the flesh’s doing.”

Ah, right. Not like most normal people would hesitate even on the brink of starvation to consume… this humanoid creature.

[pressure-ask-fitzroy]

“Oh yeah there isn’t much food in here, isn’t there?”

Jessica seemed both amused yet confused about the whole thing.

“Isn’t there a lot of can food in here though? Aren’t can food supposed to last for a LONG time?

She for a fact knows there is a whole storage place filled with foods that last for years and surprisingly still in good condition…. Except for the ice cream :(

[expendables-and-experimentals]

“Canned food? Er, yes. Not a lot of places to cook it, though. Don’t wanna accidentally light a fire and ignite a leaking gas pipe or the like.”

It seemed to be a very far-fetched distraction

“Freshly killed meat is usually much safer for consumption. Not a lot of time for it to go bad. You can process it to make it last longer, but that’s not exactly easy here.’

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

Oh. She was rather high up. Truthfully she did prefer higher spaces. A lot of the creatures down here couldn't climb and she felt safer here. Although she could usually help herself up, that wasn't the case this time.

She took note of Ringo seemingly enjoying reading her notes. She was great full it wasn't too much trouble. "I had some.. Help this time around. Normally, I can grab onto something. A rail or ledge and pull myself up.. Although it takes a lot of work. It's worth it since higher areas are safer."

She passed the note down again. Getting down was the harder part.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around the surroundings of the other. It didn’t seem like there were many ladders or the like to help the other up. Maybe she did have something up there she couldn’t see?

Ringo looked up at the other, almost googly eyed with how big and round her eyes were. She carefully read the next note, blinking with realisation.

“Oh! That’s nice, is your friend still around? In the Blacksite, I mean… I didn’t really notice anyone on the way here…”

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

She figured she would be here for a bit longer since she wanted to chat with Ringo. She went from leaning on the rail to sitting down. She didn't want to push herself too terribly, after all.

She clicked her pen absentmindedly as she wrote: "So, you're definitely the friendliest person I've met down here. It's a nice change of pace."

The only other friendly thing in here that wasn't another expendable (even they could be rather aggressive) was Sebastian, and he had motives. She tilted her head as she slid the note near the ledge. She wondered if there were other expiements like Ringo that didn't want to tear her head off.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo noticed the other shifting her body, somewhat confused, but she didn’t mind. Maybe Charlie was getting more comfortable? That’s totally fine with her.

“O-Oh! Well… thanks… I’m glad you think that way.”

Ringo held onto the most recent note, beaming in an almost silly manner. She seemed to appreciate the note very much. Maybe she could make a new friend down here?

“How… Did you get up there? Are you stuck?” Ringo asked after some hesitation, scratching her head a little. It looked pretty high up— or maybe she was just too short— for an expendable to get up there. Or maybe she wasn’t that athletic, that’s possible too.

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

Curious? Charlie wasn't used to holding a conversation casually. (She wasn't against it, but she was rather awkward. Sebastian didn't care for small talk..)

She would be lying if she said she wasn't nosy either. She'd been here for some time and hasn't run into anyone like Ringo before.

She passed another note; "That's alright too. I don't mind a chat if you don't mind some light reading. And thank you.. ^^"

She seemed nice enough, and Charlotte wasn't doing much.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo waited for the other’s next note-response, quietly taking it and reading it, before smiling.

“O-Okay! I’d love to chat, with you, Charlie!”

Ringo beamed at the other, her tentacles waving in an almost happy manner. Charlie must be so lonely up there, and hopefully Ringo would serve as good company!

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.

[exrp624-calisto]

624 blinked at Ringo's words. Hoping to have a name? She had one, of course, but she didn't feel like it was necessary information.. No one had questioned it before now. She tilted her head slightly, and her eyes moved to the side.

She looked down at the paper for a few moments. It wasn't a secret or anything, so.. She turned her head back to the paper and continued to write; "Charlie is also alright.. I don't mind either, truly. It's just a habit I took up when I got down here."

She passed the note down and started to write another one after; "Are you looking for something? Someone?"

Usually, anyone who approached her needed something. (Which was fine. She was guilty of doing the same.) But she was curious as to why Ringo was here too.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked around quietly, before suddenly blinking in surprise when the other made another note.

“Charlie… ah! Your name’s really lovely…”

Ringo was just done with replying when 624, or Charlie. Probably Charlie, sounds better.— gave the next note. Ringo furrowed her brows for a moment, scratching her head.

“Ahh! Nono, not at all! I was just curious, is all…”

Ringo waved her two hands side to side, as if exaggerating her hands shaking to show she didn’t need anything.

[exrp624-calisto]

A short, blonde lady with tentacles poking underneath her scarf notices the other, and waves to her.

“U-Uhm, hi, miss-!”

(expendables-and-experimentals)

624 turns upon hearing the greeting, and when she sees the lady, her eyes widen a bit before she waves back cautiously.

She gets her notebook out and begins to write, peeking over every so often at her: "Hey there.. I haven't seen another experiment talk besides Sebastian.. And Painter if you count him.."

624 slides the paper over to her, attempting to keep some distance.

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo blinked in confusion, watching the other write… Was she ignoring her? Oh, that’s fine, she didn’t mind le- Oh?

Ringo used one of the tentacles to take the slip of paper, reading it before blinking in thought.

“Oh! Y…You’re mute, that makes sense, aha… Nice to meet you, miss.” Ringo felt a little silly for thinking the other was ignoring her so quickly… At least she hadn’t actually left yet.

Ringo waved to her, smiling to the other. “I’m Ringo, what’s your name?”

[exrp624-calisto]

She really should probably try to lead with that.. Perhaps a tag on her of some sort would help. But then again, it's not exactly something that matters to most people. However, she is great full for those who comprehend her unfortunate situation.

She wasn't exactly sure what to make of Ringo yet, but she found herself curious enough to find out. She hadn't often seen any other intelligent experiments.

She flipped to another page and jotted down some more; "I just go by 624.. Ringo is a nice name, though.. It's nice to meet you too."

She slid the note over, this time opting to slide it a bit closer. If Ringo was anything like Sebastian, bending over or reaching too far was a chore. (Although she just thinks Sebastian is lazy..)

[expendables-and-experimentals]

Ringo looked up at the other, eagerly watching her write in her little note. It was quite interesting to see the other write. She gingerly took the other note from her, looking at the paper.

“6…2…4? Oh, I hoped you’d have a name… but if you prefer to be called 624, I’m fine with it-! A-and uh, thanks for the compliment.”

Ringo noticed the other sliding the note closer, carefully taking and being careful not to touch the other with her tentacles. She had to use them, since 624 was too high up for her to reach. Ringo was not blessed with the height some of the others were.