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.

[give_me_a_museum]

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

[ingrantitude]

[An assignment.

Ward frowns.]

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

...In the book?

[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.]

[audio]

[facemyenemys]

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

[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.]

[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: [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?

[audio]

[ingrantitude]

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

[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.

[audio]

[overcomebywinter]

[Why does it have to be you that replies to things so fast? He holds back at first, ready to shut down any moment. Then he speaks, carefully]

Do we have to dress differently? If so, don't dress as a horse thief.

[you REALLY cant tell if that is a joke or not...]

[facemyenemys]

No kill is required, yes. But you have a good point. If they talk, maybe they can be convinced to come back. Though if I remember right, they aren't too keen on humans. Hunters shooting mom and all.

[audio]

[likeagerbil]

I probably should. The spangles make it difficult to blend in.

[He's not going to waste an opportunity if Bucky's willing to talk. Or to tease like they had when they were kids.]

There goes my next idea for the uniform. I really did want to dress up like a horse thief.

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.

[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.

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]

[alec_lightwood]

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

[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.

[audio]

[overcomebywinter]

[It wont last for long, Stars and Stripes, so play while you can. He keeps telling himself not to reply, but finds himself opening his mouth to speak when he doesn't really want to.]

It's not a very good idea. [Done. SAY NO MORE. That's it. Don't say anymore. Turn off the device, the little book mark, and go get ready to find some damn horned horses.]

[Of course he had to say...] Black isn't your color. [No, Bucky gets the black hat. Actually, he just meant bad guys dress in black. He did, after all]

[facemyenemys]

['I'm not worried about the rest of us' was the thought she almost said, but instead she simply 'nodded' only to speak a moment later so she was heard at all.]

It just seems like a lot happening all at once. Try to be careful.

[braveheart_clara]

No need to apologize! I think I've been in stranger 'sudden situations' than this. [She said with a smile, as if to assure him that it was okay. This was actually kind of exciting.]

I look forward to it. I just hope I can be of some help.

[braveheart_clara]

And you... [It's a pause that said 'It's a pleasure to meet you but I am pausing to leave you space to fill in your name' kind of pause. A soft smile as she 'asks'.]

[But down to business. She seems to lean forward on... well, where ever she ended up in her wandering.]

Alice's Adventures in Wonderland. Also known as Alice in Wonderland is an novel written by Lewis Carroll in 1865. Ah, Earth time, because I suppose that is a thing here as well. And... ah, how to explain 'mad'. Not really mad as in angry, but there are characters like the Mad Hatter. I believe it was just a term for crazy. A bit unbalanced.

[She paused, frowning a moment as if she just reconsidered all this...] Honestly, having characters running around in my reality might be pretty frightening. Especially if the Queen of Hearts is on the lose...

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.