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[Clara woke up badly. She hadn't even meant to fall asleep when she had, but when she did wake up, it was... bad. really bad. She couldn't breath and that scared her, badly. Leaving her room she tried to chill out, came to sit on the front steps of the main hall of the library, leaning back to stare at the stars above.]

[She had intended to talk on her bookmark when she and Casey were exploring, but she got interrupted. So here, now, she brings it up. Not video. No. Not like this. Voice only.]

Hello fellow Library assistants. Not that we're really assistants or anything like that, but we're all here assisting in cleaning the place up, right? Right. Okay. A few things is all. One... the Market place is great. Renaissance and old and amazing. I've seen things from that era before and I just... I'm always in awe of it. Everything is dark and gray and depressing and yet strangely beautiful.

Just some warnings though, and I don't know how these translate over into the Library or if they do at all, but if I have it right this era is one to be careful of. While exploring I noticed there is a good amount of Plague Doctors doing some work. They seem to just be that, real plague doctors, so that's good, but not.

It means we need to be careful while there. Or... I think we do? The Black Death was pretty bad in that era. For anyone who doesn't know it, it's a plague that hit Europe and Asia, of Earth, and was devastating. Carried around by rats at first, fleas on them, actually. It was spread around pretty easy there for a while. Taking over kingdoms. It's... gross. A bacteria, I believe, or virus, I can't remember. I'm sure there is a book on it here.

Okay, so my POINT is, if you go in, take care. Come back and clean up. I'm sure things in the Market should be fine, but I'd double check clothing if you buy any, and food.

Oh, gosh, history lesson over. My apologies. With that I am also curious, has anyone else noticed the things from the dark seem to come closer? What do you think is causing that? Is there something we can do to clean it up and push that back again? Also... cold spots.

Tell me I'm not the only one noticing this.

[She doesn't mention the dreams. She's still trying to get over her own. It was bad and her heart had been racing. She had never wanted the Doctor here more than now.]

[So Clara sits here, holding her bookmark and talking to who ever, staring at the stars above and wondering if the Doctor is out there somewhere. Anyone who wants to come sit with her, or talk, she might actually just stay here for a while. So please, come talk if you want.]

dulcet_cellist

[Deciding a mass introduction would less painful and awkward the video begins a little unfocused and shaky at first. Yes. He's really that nervous.]

"Um....hi-Hello. My name is Sebastian Carter Hokori-Anderson."

[He really shouldn't have shared his full name he decides suddenly, covering the video image with his hand for a moment. Deep breath and a bit of an adjustment before the video stabilizes again.]

"I'm sort of n-new here. I've been here for a short while. I mean before the Bambi Squad...But I didn't really... I mean I was there. In Yosemite. And here in the Library before...."

[He's not even face to face with anyone so why is this so difficult? Sebastian can feel the signs of an anxiety attack building and tries one last time before cutting off the video.]

"I thought I would introduce myself."

[He can't imagine what else he could possibly say so he immediately ends the video.]

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

ingrantitude

[Ward isn't making himself known without good reason. His device is on and there's a grim sort of looking man. He's been sticking close to Kara and thinking about what Tony said. He's got a book under his hands and he sits.]

So we're in a library. I was wondering. What's your favorite book?

I found a couple of mine. You know, when I was a kid. [He nods at them] Treasure island for one. Jim Hawkins was always kind of my hero when I was a kid.

[He reaches for another] I've got 100 years of solitude too. And the Giver.

I'd really like to read them but I don't want to open them and accidentally unleash Long John Silver or anything like that. Is there...a way to turn them off?

queenofbooks

[Hermione's face appears on the screen, once the bookmark as come alive. she is looking very serious, and curious at the same time.]

Greetings, My name, is Hermione Granger, and as you can see I am not a clock. That was very interesting, and I learned something I didn't know, so thank you Library.

Well, this might come across as strange, but do people have jobs here. I am used to being busy, so I was just curious.

huntingorcs

[ A pair of bright grey eyes fills the screen and then they pull back to a face that some in the Library will find very familiar. Identical even. ] Well! This is a strange thing indeed - Elrohir, if this is some prank of yours, I must insist you show me how it is done! Also, my brother, if you are not nearby I will be most upset with you for dumping me and leaving me with only this strange device!

[ The bright smile hides the very real concern - Where is his brother? And more importantly, where on Arda is he? ] Estel? This isn't one of yours, I don't think - far too elaborate. And definitely not yours, Leafling!

...Erestor? Glorfindel? .... Ada?

kittened

[The bookmark activates, only the patron who it belongs to has no idea that it has flipped on. The perky blonde is sitting at a desk, a giant book in front her. She has a pencil in her hand, and can be seen tapping a pen against the desk. The pencil was tapping in a rhythm, and she could be heard singing this song, even though there was no music playing.]

Mm, yeah
I used to think maybe you loved me, now, baby, I'm sure
And I just can't wait till the day when you knock on my door
Now every time I go for the mailbox, gotta hold myself down
'Cause I just can't wait till you write me you're coming around

Now I'm walking on sunshine, whoa
I'm walking on sunshine, whoa
I'm walking on sunshine, whoa
And don't it feel good
Hey, all right now
And don't it feel good
Hey, yeah

[She spun her chair around, and only then did she notice the com device being on. She blushed instantly....]

I did it again didn't I? One of these days, my awesome skill set will translate into a filter for my mouth right? Right.... Anyway, I'm Felicity..... Felicity Smoak, and I have to say that Sleeping Beauty is one of my Favs, but Ariel is the boss though.

wearebothangry

[Bruce's bookmark turns on finally revealing his human face to the other patrons. He smiles slightly.]

I don't think I formally introduced myself. I'm Bruce Banner. Scientist, Avenger and Hulk. I'm enjoying meeting all the other patrons and I'm very glad to be fur less again. So hello.

cthulhu_ficcer

[The bookmark flickers to life, showing a short, slender man in a brown suit jacket of a somewhat outdated style, settled down in an upholstered chair in a corner of one reading room, his head leaning back on one of the wings, his grey fedora tilted over his face. He might stir, turning toward the device and tilting his hat back, revealing his lean, lantern-jawed face.]

Ha... I must have dozed off, the completion of the search that endured for thirty years must have taken more out of me than I thought. [And then he looks around him, blinking in surprise and disorientation.] Wait now... this isn't my lodgings, and it isn't the library of the Omnyati Brotherhood, either. Where is this place and how did I come here? [Baffled and a bit suspicious now...]

queenofbooks

[Hermione wakes up holding something resembling a bookmark in her hand. Her senses are immediately on alert however, and she sits up suddenly clutching the bookmark in her hand. The only thing she saw when she woke up was books so many Books. Hermione was in love. She flipped the bookmark over and it flickered to life. A rumpled, but smartly dressed young woman with long brown hair. She is wearing a touch of make-up but it looks very natural. ]

Well. This is most certainly not what I was expecting to do today. In fact, I was expected to be in the Americas today meeting with the Minster of Magic. [She looks slightly perturbed at the sudden change in plan. She was one that was all about plans, and schedules. ]

I suppose though, there are worse places to be. In fact this is exactly the place I would have chosen. [She looks absolutely delighted at this. ]

My name is Hermione Granger, and can someone please tell me why I am surrounded by books? Better yet, why do I feel like giving everyone my opinion?

kittened

[when the screen flickers to life, a shortish, stylishly dressed Blonde examining the bookmark that was suddenly and very mysteriously in her hand.[

Oh, My.... This is so cool! This looks like a tablet, not as good as mine of course, but with a little work on the inside it could be. [Yes, it might be considered arrogant, but anyone who knew Felicity would know that she is the farthest thing from the truth.]

I don't think I've seen so many real books in one place in my entire life. I love books, but I will admit that I Haven't had that much of an opportunity to really dive into a good book in a very long time. With a the.... things [that's right. there is a pause, because she rarely betrays a friend.

[She looks intently into the camera as if searching for someone or something]

You should really know that I really hate mysteries. They really need to be solved. I should not look like this.... But tell me where is Aurora? [She looks confused as to why she even asked that]

[Say hello to Prince Phillip]

give_me_a_museum

[Barry's bookmark camera turns out as he looks annoyed at a long needle he's holding in his left hand.]

Has anyone else been having pointy things show up everywhere? I feel like I can't put my hand down anywhere without running into a needle or a pint. The singing I can put up with but the pointy stuff is dangerous..

[He backs up slightly and tosses the needle off camera. Unfortunately this throws Barry off balance and he tries to use a bit of his speed to slow down which has the opposite effect. The resulting crash off screen sounds worse then it is...at least Barry is pretty sure it isn't bad.]

I meant to do that.

batofprey

[Okay, she totally felt as though she came off as a giant nerd around the Head Librarian, but that was okay. She usually tended to come off as kind of nerdy anyway. Even in Burnside, though everyone around her was all kinds of fiercely intelligent, Barbara had those moments where she felt like she was just a little bit out of place. Here, though, in the library? She was completely at home.

Even if the place was all kinds of bonkers.

She hadn't opened any books yet, mostly to heed what the Head Librarian had said about them not being what they seemed to be.

She looks down at the gold, stylized bat in her hand. It so closely resembles the emblem emblazoned across her chest and smiles. Even the Library knows how the Batfamily likes their accessories. After a moment, Barbara sets it to broadcast. She checks to make sure that her cowl is still on - of course it is - before speaking.]

So. How's everyone doing? In terms of acclimating? Anyone had any interesting adventures with any books yet? Because there's a few that look interesting, but I'm not sure what would happen if I open them. I'm kind of expecting the books on animals to...act like animals.

If that makes sense.

I'm Batgirl, by the way.

Hi.

harrys_skull

[Sitting on the reception desk is a human skull. Your standard boring human skull with empty eye sockets and made of weathered bone. This skull, however, isn't completely normal. The bone is covered with strange runes that look older than the skull itself. It might be worth it to pick it up to examine them or it might not, the choice is up to you.]

likeagerbil

[Despite the Head Librarian's warnings, Steve had been exploring alone. Not the wisest decision but he didn't want anyone to get hurt while he was trying to get a general idea of the layout of the Library. As he moves deeper into the Fiction area, he notices something that seems a little strange. Telling himself that it's just trick of the light, he continues to move deeper into the stacks. Then the strange motion resolved itself into... Okay, that was weird even by 'aliens' and 'killer robot' standards.

Sliding his bookmark out of his pocket, he sets it to broadcast.]

Does anyone know if there's any wildlife that's native to the Library? I keep seeing weird insects.

[Something strange swoops by and Steve blinks in surprise.]

Or birds? It looked like a bird.

[Kind of.]

And there's a garden somewhere in the stacks.

the_head_librarian

[All bookmarks expand into a screen tablet as the communication goes live.]

Welcome to the Central Library. I know that many of you are confused and do not understand why you are here... so I will briefly greet you and give the answers I can for this point in time.

[The accented tone is even, but most of his face is covered by the dark fabric of his hood. However, he gives pause, allowing his audience to orient themselves.]

What you see around you, is the most extensive and thorough collection you have ever seen... or will ever again. Do not simply see them as books. They are far greater than that. As some of you may have noticed, it has fallen into disrepair and slowly it is dying.

[He lets the word linger a moment, his own voice drifting with a note of sadness.]

You have been brought here, because the Central Library needs your help to survive. Things will never be as they seem here... and you will encounter much strangeness during your stay. Be wary... the deeper you go into the decay, the higher the risk is. I will say no more on this for now. There are rooms to the end of the main hall on either side of the main door. Those smaller doors have some living space to accommodate you until the Library can slowly be revived. The center door... will lead you to a market place should you need food or supply. It is beyond logic or understanding... but you will find you will always have the correct currency when it is needed as the portal will change from time to time.

[Shaking his head, he bows it slowly in a silent thank you.]

Time always reveals itself as it flows. Please believe that you are needed here. Remember... do not harm the books.

the_head_librarian

The Central Library will be opening soon. Please look around and see what it has to offer. I will gladly answer your questions here if you have any.

I do hope you will wish to join us.

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