Video Post || 002 || A Request for Help

[the_head_librarian]

Forgive me, everyone, it is time to call upon you for aid.

[The Librarian looks tired, his eyes darker and not truly focusing on anything in particular. His brow furrows as he bows his head in silent apology to add to his greeting.]

The commotion from our storybook friends has caused doors to be opened and not be closed as tightly as they should. After tasting a bit of freedom to roam, the curiosity is not sated. Now… it seems a few of these characters have escaped from their books and slipped through the cracks into other worlds they do not belong in.

[Turning his head, he taps the side of the screen and visual images of the creatures from Wonderland pop up on the screen next to the image of Wiltshire, England.] It seems that the citizens of Wonderland have made their way into the country of England and where many stories of these creatures have certainly been around for many centuries, the reality of their existence is not so easy to explain.

[The picture changes and images of beautiful silver white horses with horns slide across the screen before another image of the town of Tombstone comes into focus beside it.] Unicorns are a mythical creature that only exist in some worlds, in stories for others… and not at all for some. They are magical creatures, very intelligent… but they should not be in this historical town. I fear that the people are not ready for such a thing and both the people and the animals are in danger of each other.

[The pictures disappear and another comes up of various animals that look like drawn pictures flick across the screen. Soon the images of Yellowstone National park flick up and tile beside it.] There is a children’s story, some may be familiar with… of animals going through life and the trials of growing up. However the trials of the story are not the same as those in reality. They are not for this place and need to go back to their home. After all, a deer, rabbit and skunk are not commonly seen together, nor are they seen talking.

[All the pictures clear as he returns to the video feed.] This is no easy task I ask of you, but these fictional creatures need to be brought back. And more important, they cannot be seen by the inhabitants of the worlds they are entering. I have been masking their presence… the Wonderland creatures are no more than teenagers having a party in an ill chosen spot… The unicorns appear as no more than horses to the people of Tombstone… and the animals from the children’s story look to be real and not as you see them in the picture.

Doing this… takes a great deal of energy and I will not be able to help you further. However, I have sent information to each of you as you will be split into teams and sent through the doors. The Non-Fiction Librarian will guide you. He will lead you through the worlds in his care as best he can. Use your bookmarks to look up information. I have sent the list of teams to each of you…. Please proceed to the doors, prepare yourself…

[The Librarian frowns, his expression almost sad.] Please be safe. There are things that can and will hurt you if you are not careful. I will do all I can from here to keep you safe.

[Texts pop up on the different bookmark feeds with a list of teams as well as the locations that they will find the doors.]

Team 1: Unicorn Stampede
Tony Stark
Steve Rogers
Ecthelion
Glorfindel
Barry Allen
Felicity Smoak
Tauriel
Bucky Barnes
Team 2: Protest the Mad Tea Party
Fili
Elrohir
Bruce Banner
Natasha Romanoff
Kili
Howard P. Lovecraft
Elladan
Clara Oswald
Team 3: Bambi Squad
Owen Grady
Magnus Bane
Grant Ward
Kara Palamas
Alec Lightwood
Sebastian Carter Hokori-Anderson
Hermoine Grainger

Comments

[queenofbooks]

[Hermione sighs in almost resignation. It isn't like she hasn't been through this before. ]

Perhaps it would be best to coordinate before going hunting for Bambi. Plans are a good thing.

[the_head_librarian]

[He nods to her just slightly.]

It would be wise to coordinate with your team before going.

[audio]

[facemyenemys]

That's a good idea. To coordinate. Have you ever caught animals before?

[audio]

[ingrantitude]

I can teach you all how to set no-kill snares.

[give_me_a_museum]

Unicorns....oh boy. I really hope we can gather them up before someone shoots one. That would get weird.

[audio]

[overcomebywinter]

If they look like horses to those around them there should be no reason to shoot them. It's more a matter of wrangling wild horses before locals do.

[LOOK! He's taking part in a conversation. Who else is surprised? I am.]

[audio]

[likeagerbil]

[Steve makes sure that his surprise at hearing Bucky isn't obvious in his voice.]

First I get to be a soldier. Now a cowboy. All my childhood dreams coming true.

We'll have to be careful to make sure no one thinks we're horse thieves.

Re: [audio]

[give_me_a_museum]

Right, right. I forget sometimes what the Librarian can do. I'm not used to whole magic thing.

[ingrantitude]

[An assignment.

Ward frowns.]

Can they talk to us like they did in the movie?

...In the book?

[the_head_librarian]

Yes. They can talk. It is imperative you do not let them talk to the locals... though hopefully they will not do this.

[Video]

[theraptorsquad]

...The idea of having to deal with talking cartoon animals just made this a whole hell of a lot worse.

[audio]

[facemyenemys]

Are you sure you're going to be okay hiding those creatures while we try to hunt them down. It's a lot of us going through portals at the same time while you keep track and mask the animals.

[What, concern? yes, a little bit.]

Re: [audio]

[ingrantitude]

[His first thought. He can set traps, no snares, no...]

I can set no-kill snares but if they can talk or y'know, it's anything like Disney we could convince them right?

Re: [audio]

[the_head_librarian]

[One could almost hear the small smile on his face when he answers.]

I will persevere. I promise you this. I have faith that you and the others will be up for this task. The Cat will help me keep watch over you. I may not actively speak with you, but I will keep watch.

[video]

[braveheart_clara]

I'm... a little new to this, but I have to say, this is pretty amazing! I've even beet through Wiltshire! England is basically my back yard, so I might be able to help a bit with this one.

As someone else said, it might be best to coordinate before we go in. And it looks like we're looking for a bunch of mad people. Any thoughts on this?

Hi, I'm Clara, by the way.

Re: [video]

[the_head_librarian]

I am truly sorry that you must arrive at such a trying time.

[He nods his head in greeting, though he still looks infinitely tired.]

I wish you the best in this endeavor and hope that we will speak again upon your return.

Re: [video]

[elrohir_elrondion]

It is a pleasure to meet you, Lady Clara.

[He smiles just slightly in greeting, but then he frowns in thought.]

I am not sure... who are these... Wonderland creatures are. But are they really 'mad' as you say?

[video]

[huntingorcs]

[ Here's a face identical to another ]

Good meeting, Lady Clara! Ah, but that is good to know that we will have someone who knows the area to help! But I fear I know nothing of madness of this sort.

Re: [video]

[cthulhu_ficcer]

[Have a somewhat lantern-jawed gent in a slightly out-dated suit, peering into the bookmark.]

It is a pleasure to meet you, Miss Clara. I am Mister Howard P. Lovecraft.

You are not alone in being new to these strange new endeavours, but you seem like a lively and bright young lady, ready to arise to a challenge.

I hope you wouldn't mind a travelling companion: I have long desired to visit England's storied shores, and if the journey should involve the taming of mad creatures, so much the better.

[video]

[runestone_promise]

[After a few tries, a dwarf appears on the screen, smiling brightly at Clara.]

Good day, Lady Clara. Kili at your service.

[Not quite since the strange bookmark projected images somehow but they would be traveling together so it seemed the right thing to say.]

[Video]

[alec_lightwood]

When we leave the Library do any magical abilities we have return?

Re: [Video]

[the_head_librarian]

All of your powers and abilities will be returned. Please... be careful. Some powers are too much for the realities you are entering. Be responsible if you will.

[He smiles vaguely.] I'm sure Mr. Bane will be pleased... don't let him get carried away, please.

[audio]

[facemyenemys]

[She tilted her head about this one... though stayed with Audio]

You have magical abilities?

[Private]

[theraptorsquad]

You look like shit.

[And he's not at all pleased about it.]

Re: [Private]

[the_head_librarian]

[He was about to greet the other, but the blunt words caused him to suddenly laugh. The sound is no more energetic than he himself.]

I have no choice. If I don't hold up the illusion... what I will have to do will do far more damage to me than this.

[He gives him a quiet smile.] I'm sorry I will not be much help this time.