A mysterious radio broadcast, impossible to trace, has disturbed the airwaves with the presence of the supposed Jigsaw Killer. At times the prose of the speaker seems to alternate, suggesting multiple participants in the production of the messages.
Some believe the volatile broadcast to be a sick joke.
Others believe it to be a social experiment. Perhaps a police set up intended to draw out the true culprit from their covers that have offered them solace for the entirety of the Jigsaw Case.
Yet when these online messages align so well with traps before they transpire, and the cruel mindset behind the crimes, it becomes all too apparent to some how real it is.
Will you tune in?
[The Jigsaw Murders]
The Jigsaw Killer is the moniker assigned to the anonymous culprit that has ended the lives of victims in the most gruesome manners possible. Each victim is one who the Jigsaw Killer believes has taken life for granted, and seeks to change that through testing the victims will to live through macabre and malignant machines, designed to maim and torture.
Instructed by a voice recording of a disguised voice, or a video tape of a small puppet with ruby, spiral painted cheeks, dull black hair, and a tailored suit, participants of these “games” are forced into life or death situations unimaginable to the untainted mind. Those who fail are left with a small article of surface layer flesh missing from some point on the body, in the shape of a jigsaw puzzle piece.
Who has the will to survive? What will be left of them after their rebirth?
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JIGSAW.
"Most people are so ungrateful to be alive. But not you. Not anymore."
John Kramer lost the gift of life when he developed cancer. Surviving a suicide attempt cemented his belief that all life is sacred, and to act negligently is a disrespect to that honor. Even when grieving his wife’s miscarriage and the decay of their relationship, he still holds steadfast in his violent beliefs.
John is responsible for the engineering of the machinery that is the harbinger of suffering within every trap.
He has taken many apprentices under his wing that he believes require guidance, but have the potential to carry on his work when his life has burnt out.
[John speaks in purple text.]
Apprentices.
Amanda Young.
“Fix me, motherfucker!”
A troubled young woman with a sympathetic heart beneath the layers of fear, desperation, depression, and loneliness that her life has built for her. She was put into a trap by John Kramer, which she survived, and since believes she has been rehabilitated by the near death experience to value her life completely. Taken aback by this change, and given a purpose and somewhere to belong by John Kramer, she will do anything to earn his approval. The concept of life means everything to her, but her emotions cloud her judgement.
[Amanda speaks in red text.]
Mark Hoffman.
“Right now, you’re feeling helpless.”
A detective who has lived a life ravaged by strife and loss, he has clutched onto everything he has ever had with a deathly hold. That, however, did not save his sister from being murdered. He framed the Jigsaw Killer for the murder of his sister's killer, resulting in his eventual recruitment by John Kramer.
He is controlling, with a firm belief in justice. He and Amanda often conflict due to his ruthless treatment of victims.
[Mark speaks in blue text.]
Logan Nelson.
“I speak for the dead.”
A fool who had aimlessly wandered through life. Even after his recruitment from a simple mistake, he is fruitlessly trailing behind John as he attempts to make something of himself. He grasps onto a purpose with a righteous vengeance, perhaps more for his own hollowness than anything else.
[Logan speaks in pink text.]
Lawrence Gordon.
"You are not a victim of this game, you're a part of it!"
A surviving victim from a game of two, Lawrence Gordon was recruited following the conclusion of his game. He is a doctor and a frequent visitor at Jigsaw victim group therapy. He is bound to his apprentice work out of a feeling of responsibility and a desperate attempt to rationalize the trauma he underwent throughout his test. Using his medical knowledge, he assists John Kramer when necessary.
[Lawrence speaks in orange text.]
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Currently (July-present) in ACT ONE
The test of Lawrence Gordon and Adam Stanheight has concluded and several games have taken place since then. Tensions are building within the police department. Amanda awaits her opportunity to prove herself, while Hoffman's resentment grows as he can only question why John chose her as his successor and not him.
[CLASSIFIED POLICE REPORT]
“Reports of multiple individuals cloaked in black fabrics and pig masks have come from the few surviving Jigsaw victims, as well as seen in CCTV and security camera footage. It is unclear whether these individuals are apprentices to the Jigsaw Killer or are blackmailed into their positions …”
[END OF POLICE REPORT]
[CLASSIFIED POLICE INTERVIEW]
Interview with Amanda Young, surviving victim of the Jigsaw Killer, taking part in what has since been referred to as the “reverse Bear Trap” game.
“He... helped me.”
[END OF POLICE INTERVIEW]
[PRESS STATEMENT FROM POLICE DEPARTMENT]
“Investigation on the Jigsaw Killer is ongoing, having been halted by repeated casualties on our force in the past, with utmost respect to the fallen. Reinforcements have been made and additional forces are pending. We urge you to have trust in our department, and exert as much caution as possible—“
Any of you guys know how to tell if a piercing is irritated, infected, or activity rejecting out of my face? 😐
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[Despite the fact that the broadcast did not include video, Lawrence found himself shaking his head like a disappointed teacher. He held the bridge of his nose with thinly veiled frustration.]
To begin, if the piercing with administered using an unclean or unprofessional tool, it may result in infection. You know, the kind of tool that a person that lacks in a particular... financial freedom, would have to use.
[His temper was becoming very apparent.]
Finnigan.
[He stated her name scoldingly, having become familiar with her financial situation.]
This includes but is not limited to needles, safety pins, or any tool that hasn't been properly disinfected prior or you cannot verify as having been sanitized. Even if one says they've sanitized a tool, you cannot trust them at their word!
[His out bust was followed by a sigh that escaped him.]
Infection and rejection have similar symptoms, including redness and heat. However, if the points of entry are swelling and the skin around the piercing is degrading, then it is most likely rejecting. If it is producing pus, crusting, or causing chills, then it may be an infection. Regardless of whichever it is, seek medical help if the pain is noticed.
[His lecture lapsed as he recalled Finn's financial limitations.]
Some at home treatments are possible... if it's rejecting, remove the jewelry, disinfect the wound frequently, and allow time to heal. If it's an infection, do not remove the jewelry as to not confine the bacteria into the wound. Disinfect it frequently, at least twice a day.
[He paused.]
Or don't. It appears to me this is your own fault, so maybe just let the wounds worsen so you'll think twice before doing something so stupid next time.
Would this... thing be considered an admission of guilt?
- ☕️
Your disrespect isn't lost on me but I hardly find your statement worth feeling insulted by.
[John's tone is heavy with disaproval.]
Labels and identities have been assigned by conspiracy. They're the subject of a filtered, diluted reality, projected onto we who speak here. There is no proof or evidence to who is believed to be speaking. It's a matter of personal interpretation.
Hoffman what are your thoughts on Steven?
What are your thoughts on him and Amanda being together?
dose love disgust you? lwky I'm a fan.
Steven.
[Hoffman repeated the name with annoyance painting his voice.]
I'm tired of him and I'm hardly around the bum. He's always trying to impress John. Makes him look desperate.
[Hoffman spoke as if he wasn't incredibly guilty of the same behavior.]
[Deciding to focus on the other portion of the question, Hoffman hesitated to reply.]
[Although Hoffman disliked Amanda, he still hated the concept of her being put in any situation similar to that of Angelina. Being taken advantage of by someone who was supposed to care about them. A small, vulnerable part of him that still writhed underneath the layers of decay within his heart was glad that Steven and Amanda found each other. They offered comfort to one another in their mutually damaged nature.]
[Of course, he refused to voice that in any manner.]
They're both obnoxious. He and Amanda deserve each other. If them being around each other means they're around me less, then fine. As long as they do their part...
[He sighed as he recalled how the two tended to get distracted when together, at least from Hoffmans perspective.]
An unlikely request.
So to answer your question, love doesn't "disgust" me. I treat them the way I do because they are useless bastards who should've rotted in prison.
[Hoffman ultimately looked down on them, as if he was somehow better than them despite having his own vices in the past.]
"'Cause it's nine in the afternoon
And your eyes are the size of the moon
You could 'cause you can, so you do
We're feeling so good, just the way that we do
When it's nine in the afternoon"
[Excerpt from Nine In The Afternoon by Panic! At The Disco]
[Hoffman answered quickly with little consideration.]
Absolutely not, I'm not a fucking loser. I have a job.
[He didn't elaborate any further, despite being known for wasting his time in equally as unproductive ways in the past.]
[Logan, despite Hoffmans harsh response, decided to provide an answer of his own.]
I play Minecraft with my daughter sometimes, when I'm not busy. She said she wanted a new online game for her birthday in a few months, too. But the game seemed a bit violent for her age, right?
[Hoffman rolled his eyes at him and neglected to reply.]
Can you make a trap where everyone has to be nice to me and say nice things about me
[Whenever Hoffman was bothered by one of the submitted questions, he hardly took a moment to consider if they were worth answering before instead taking the opportunity to insult the speaker instead.]
You're pathetic.
[He spat, finding that the most important statement to make first.]
You've completely misunderstood what the goal of a trap is. It's not some arbitrary show of force. It's a lesson.
Your need for, what--
[He paused as he had to recall what the ask suggested.]
Petty validation exposes your lack of actual worth.
I've helped him with an errand or two myself. It just makes it incredibly hard when my leg barely works.
And for the record I do frequent the soup kitchen, appreciate the suggestion though
- 🐷
(Ooc: you're back!!)
Tch-- sounds like a whole other trap having to do that on your own. It's my personal suggestion that we make the idiot run the errands instead. Or maybe that's above his intelligence level?
[Amanda was well aware of her pettiness but was more than pleased to take any opportunity to insult Hoffman.]
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PREVIOUS, NEXT
(ooc: LOL YES!!! I am so glad to be. I just got busy for a bit.)
How would you describe the act of finding someone and kidnapping them?
Also Amanda that guy is back from last time.
[Amanda and Hoffman typically handled most of the kidnapping, depending on who the target was. Both were highly analytical individuals who were capable of blending into crowds as they judged their future victim. Amanda was especially skilled with effectively silencing their targets.]
Kidnapping is difficult and tedious but...
[The part of the process that Amanda most focused on was the aftermath. The fulfilling feeling of completing the job as John had requested.]
Rewarding.
The process itself is harsh.
Nothing is guaranteed. You can spend days trailing someone, memorizing their routine, but what really counts is understanding them. How they'll react, what they will notice and what they won't... Then you just need to gauge when the time is right. By then you'll know exactly what moves they'll try and make.
[She paused and couldn't help but laugh at how helpless even someone as capable as Doctor Gordon once looked when she contributed to their kidnapping.]
Of course, it becomes easier with assistance.
[She offered a sense of appreciation for Steven. Tasks would become easier divided between two, rather than one.]
[Amanda smiled. She was fond of it, and she found the simple topic of discussion to be enjoyable.]
It's one of my favorites. Especially when you mix it with blueberries and strawberries...
[Her statement lapsed.]
I understand what you mentioned before about fresh fruit, though. Too expensive to buy for myself, but when I started helping my mentor with his errands, he requested that produce and he's the one who suggested it to me.
[Amanda was no stranger to poverty, especially at the peak of her addiction. Although she hardly had much empathy for Finn.]
Omg I love cheesecake and pumpkin pie. Smoothies are okay and I don't get the chance to have much fresh fruit anymore, poverty and all that. Burgers are hit or miss
- 🐷
[John hummed a note of affirmation at the mention of Finn's financial circumstances.]
Always make sure to appreciate even the most minuscule of meals. Even the smallest morsel is a gift to be savored.
On that note, know the downtown homeless shelter offers a food kitchen service every Tuesday and Thursday that I am unsure you've considered attending. Lovely folk, there.
[The suggestion did not go without a grain of salt. Their city had a higher homeless population than most, which resulted in such institutions to frequently become overwhelmed by the demand and yet only dwindle in terms of supply.]
5 - Tanner Grayton. Not sure if he even counts because I don't even know if this guy is licensed at all.
4 - Jonathan Crane. The dude is wild. Who does fear experiments on their own students and patients?
3 - D.A Sinclair. I know what he did is technically a conspiracy but I believe it.
2 - Herbert West. He's fun.
1 - You guys, obviously!
[The provided list made Lawrence want to lecture on and on about the integrity of the medical field, but quickly found he'd be quite the hypocrite, and allowed the arguments to die on his tongue. John, however, had no such hesitation.]
An interesting line up of individuals. Medical malpractice is a behavior one typically does not take favorites of the participants of. That being said, ill behaviors can be used for ethical purposes. Yet you've provided very few examples of such.
The slim competition, [John's statement was painted in sarcasm,] you've provided is hardly worthy of comparison to us and our purpose.
Tanner Grayton, the psychopathic home invader that kills without hesitation for a meaningless pursuit is the kind that I despise.
He hardly even does any surgeries, from what I've heard... He just-- stabs chemicals into people like some klutz! Does he even measure his dosages?
[Lawrence's judging complaints that he simply couldn't contain were still heard a distance away from the microphone. He greatly disliked being compared to someone he deemed as irresponsible.]
Jonathan Crane, on the other hand, is a talented individual. He has proved himself as such on several occasions. Yet he wastes that talent away on deductions that bring nothing but hollow struggle. He does not use the power of fear to teach, but to torture. In my eyes, he lacks a necessary direction. Until then, his work is in vain.
Sinclair has been missing since the incident on his college campus. He selected lackluster participants for his work and it was evident when it came time to test the value of said work. No good came from what he's done, as far as we know. He is irrelavent.
Herbert West is a college student who's yet to do much with his education but disturb hospital staff and develop a long list of transfers. Tsk tsk tsk... disappointing.
So, if one were to have a preferred alternative provider of medical procedures, it's very clear that we are nothing but the best. Even if the competition you've provided makes us appear as a diamond among slop.
[Steven. The answer was as easily identifiable as a stain on white cloth. He was nearly the only other agent of their ideology who was affectionate with her. It was embarrassing to have that behavior put on display when she wanted nothing more than for her and her work to be taken seriously.]
Nope. Not me. Never seen this picture in my life. Must be someone else.
[Amanda made a point of ending the broadcast just as quickly as it began.]
[Hoffman only bothered to answer the question because it irritated him.]
What are we, five? What a ridiculously pointless question. You should be ashamed of wasting my time.
There's no significant difference, even if you somehow find yourself consuming those products beyond your 12th birthday.
[Despite his lack of mentioning it, Hoffman had started drinking orange juice after he decided to stay sober for an extended period. Since he had gotten a better grip on his habits, he stopped having to substitute at all. Perhaps he still held a negative association with the drink, or perhaps he was just bothered by what he deemed a useless question. Regardless, he was as bitter as he tended to always be.]
