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Universal Union ~ Neutral
Yeah they took over the planet, waged what might have been the shortest war in history? But lets be honest, what the hell were we doing with it after the fighting and those damn storms tore it apart? They could've probably destroyed the planet for all we know, and yet here they are, putting up with our bullshit and letting us live our lives out. It may be in a closely monitored city, but you know what.. It's home now, and I don't intend on finding another new one anytime soon.
Civil Protection ~ Resent
I can understand the choice, hell I even respect it in a way. Giving yourself, your life and very being to protect others from harms way.. It takes a special kind of courage. I know the bad rep some get for their actions, or the actions of their fellow officers, and I admit I've been guilty of judging them for that myself.. But I've seen some real kindness come from behind those masks of theirs and I won't forget it.
Please, just stay away from me.. I know the rumors, more machine than man. Cold and heartless.
Citizens ~ Neutral
Mixed bag of friendly faces and assholes. Between the new arrivals and the highest tier loyalists, you'll never know what kind of personality you'll come across as the day goes on, no matter what city you're in.
You bastards are the reason I lost my parents, damn near might have lost my brother and sister too if you weren't stopped. I know not all of you are terrible human beings, some of you are decent people just trying to do what you think is right.. But it seems all you take interest in are your own selfish ends. Please just stay the fuck away.
I need to stop regarding these people as monsters.. Sure, some of them have caused me great pain in the past, but I can't bring that into the future.. It has no place, and these people have done nothing wrong to me.. In fact, they've opened my eyes to things I never really considered. I don't trust them entirely, and there's plenty I'm kept in the dark about, but I will discover the truth eventually.
Josi ~ Cherished
I knew from the start there was something different about you. You were nothing but kind to me, helped me more than anyone else could've.. in more ways than one. I just hope I can see you again one day. In the meantime, here's hoping I can make you proud by turning this old place around for the better.
Rhett ~ Friend
You'd always come by the shop just to talk with me or keep me company, and on occasion, stop me from falling asleep on a slow day. I think at one point we could have been more, but someone else came along. Irregardless, you've shown me you care enough to stick around anyway. I'm lucky to have you and I'm glad you're still here.
Jason ~ Trusted
You cause trouble in little ways, I know it's unintentional.. I don't mind though because you do them for the right reasons most of the time. You're almost as enthusiastic about the business as I am, it seems, and I don't think I could have found a better choice. You're reliable, and you pick up on things it takes me far longer to see. In friendship and business. I'd never tell you this, god forbid I inflate the ego, but I'm glad to have you around to help me.. just like a real partner in crime.
Please Jason.. I need to know I can trust you, that you and the others aren't trying to take advantage of me. Just fall in line, so we don't cross it.
'Duck' ~ Trusted
You came and spoke with me at Fabu's grave. You gave me the talk I needed to have with him so long ago, and you helped me accept my choice. I hope I can at least do right to honor him with this chance you're giving me.
I'll always have doubts about my place in this life, but I trust you.. You saved me from Andre and have been nothing but kind to me.. I owe you.
Lilo ~ Mixed
An excellent cook, and a good employee. I don't see you often but I enjoy talking with you while you're around, and don't worry.. Your secret is safe with me.
Devi ~ Friend
An old friend from Keith's bar. Now she owns her own place in indigent, from what I hear. We still talk from time to time, but you questioned whether I had made up my mind and taken a side.. I wish I had a real answer for you.. But the truth is I despise the idea of having to make that choice, and I know soon enough It'll come back to bite me.
You and I talked for awhile when I was cleaning up in the ration center. We spoke and had dinner together, I enjoyed it.
Wonderful girl.. Works at McBernard's, among other responsibilities in the city. We talked about life, vented frustrations and even joked around, and I think we'll become good friends in time.
Bernie ~ Friend
A wonderful man, and a good partner in business. We've worked together from time to time, be it workshift or between us shop owners. He's very kind, and as wise as they come in my opinion. He mentioned getting accepted into some council, said he could help make a difference. I wish him the best of luck.
Always good seeing you, even if it's just in passing to say hi, check how things have been.. Or even just a wave here and there. You seem to be doing well, I wish the best for you.
Carter / 'Ace' ~ Friend
He's a good drinking buddy, maybe even the best. I always hoped I wouldn't cause him issues, having him partake in my bad habits while on the job.
Victor ~ Friend
He's a good guy, helped me big time fixing that gas leak in the shop awhile back. I still owe him one, being honest I owe him more for pushing me to move forward with the shop. He's not the only one..
Moiselle ~ Mixed
You were honest with me about Kirin's orders to kill me, and your refusal.
You gave me hope by telling me you had people that could save my family. I really hope you aren't just feeding me a lie I want to hear.
Andre Jackson~ Deceased
I heard you deserted from that conscript army.. But I also hear that you're alive, I think? I'm sure you had your reasons, and I won't judge you for them. I hope you and that girl of yours are doing ok wherever you both are.
You really are alive, I'm so glad to see you again.
Carter ~ Hated
I'm trying to give you the benefit of the doubt, but it's hard when all you do is give me half truths and bullshit. I'm getting tired of it and I won't stand for it too much longer.
I see you trying, at least it seems like it. Maybe I was wrong about you?I'm glad we had a chance to clear the air, knowing there's no bad blood between us. But you don't have faith that I belong here.. Maybe I don't, but it's too late to turn back now. My decision is made, and I refuse to go back knowing that I can help make a difference.
The newest addition to the management in the Workers Union. She's friendly, really gets things done.
Owns The Pint, next to J&N. I haven't put a thumb down on where we stand, perhaps time will tell.
Charis Ferret ~ Deceased
One of the only supervisors of the CWU I actually know or see on a regular basis, you seem nice from our conversations.
I hear the nasty rumors.. People hate you, but there is always another side to these stories that I don't think gets heard. Maybe..
I don't know much about you.. Anything, I don't know anything about you. But you know me, and I see you around from time to time.
You seemed threatening when we first met, kind of how I imagined you anti-citizens would look.. I was scared, but when I watched you in that moment as you held Daphne.. How you felt, or at least how it showed, seeing her like that. It spoke louder than words, and I understand.
No, Fabu.. You were right when you said we don't know each other very well, but I'd like to. You're very kind, and all of that shit with the 'darkness' and what they did to you, it's not right.. None of it is, and I'm just glad you survived that nightmare. I enjoyed our 'hunt' for food when we went to McBernard's, as well as the snowman we all built by the ration center, it's been so long since I felt that kind of joy.
Xie 'Cid' ~ Friend
You let me pick your brain and ask you questions, you also hang around and help the boring days go by faster. You're still stuck in this 'nightmare', or what it's called.. and there's nothing I can really do to help you.. I'm sorry.
You hate humans, I can understand the feeling. But you also said you don't mind me, so I won't stop trying to change your mind about us, we aren't all bad. I enjoyed talking to you, and I hope we can speak again soon.
I hired you, brought you into J&N and from the first step inside the door you've been nothing but helpful. Thank you so much, Cangh Chaa'. I don't care what others say about my choice in bringing you on nor their thoughts of you and your kin, they don't have to like it..
Karagh'Vu ~ Neutral
You told me your name because you said your kin spoke well of me, that I earned it? That means a lot to me, I appreciate that and I hope we can speak again soon. Maybe you can answer my questions?
'Four' ~ Friend
You came to me after she left, tried to comfort me.. I don't know who you are, though you claim to be my friend. I think you visit the shop from time to time, though it's hard to tell. Thank you.
I know it's not often, but I recognize when it's you.. At least I do from time to time. How you act when you come in and chat, when you use my name. I sometimes wonder if we'll ever get to know each other beyond what we've heard of one another from others, maybe someday I can know your name and we can share a drink. I'm sure she would've liked for us to become friends after her departure. You told me I could call you 'four', you also asked me for a favor to help with that gift idea.. though I don't know where to even begin with that. I'll do my best!
You brought me flowers, bought me wine and spoke such sweet words to me.. I look forward to seeing you again soon, maybe we can talk more.
I don't know what happened to you, whether you lost interest.. Or if you died. I suppose it is best to just forget about you.
'?' ~ Neutral
That night after we brought Fabu to the clinic, you told me the truth. About what they do to your families, about how they use the vortigaunts. That's scary shit and I don't know how to process that. As much as I wanted to dig and pry, I know well enough to stay as far from that as possible.
'?' ~ Neutral
You have the same red markings as the other one. You returned my book, and you seem to treat me with respect.. Thank you.
'?' ~ Hated
You and your partner stopped me in the ration center. I don't care that you accused me, threatened me or even stalked me and whispered those vile comments to me.. But you crossed a line when you threatened my family. Stay the fuck away from me.
Slendy ~ Neutral
You scare the absolute hell out of me, damn headcrab.. But fine, I'll admit it. You are fucking adorable.
Clover ~
Such a beautiful bird, she seems to enjoy resting in the shop.. and the customers don't seem to mind her, least I hope not.
Yeah they took over the planet, waged what might have been the shortest war in history? But lets be honest, what the hell were we doing with it after the fighting and those damn storms tore it apart? They could've probably destroyed the planet for all we know, and yet here they are, putting up with our bullshit and letting us live our lives out. It may be in a closely monitored city, but you know what.. It's home now, and I don't intend on finding another new one anytime soon.
Civil Protection ~ Resent
Lately you've all been nothing but awful to me.. Harassment, stalking, and threats. I've lost faith in what you stand for.
Transhuman Arm (OVERWATCH) ~ Hated, Feared.Please, just stay away from me.. I know the rumors, more machine than man. Cold and heartless.
Citizens ~ Neutral
Mixed bag of friendly faces and assholes. Between the new arrivals and the highest tier loyalists, you'll never know what kind of personality you'll come across as the day goes on, no matter what city you're in.
Resistance ~ RespectedI would have never imagined they'd be such a big part of my life.. I owe some of these people a debt I'll never be able to repay.
~Personal~Josi ~ Cherished
The hard truth I find myself facing is that I don't know if you're ever coming back.. I feel like I'll never see you again. But that's ok. I have our memories, no matter how big or small. I will keep them with me, along with my promise, and maybe someday we'll share just one more drink and I'll catch you up on everything you've missed. I have to admit to the anger I held, the sorrow I was blinded by when I got the news that you left without saying goodbye.. As well as the broken word of your supposed return. But I understand, I know these things happen and they aren't always our faults. I don't blame you, nor does it hurt anymore.. I forgive you, and if nothing else, know that you'll always have a place in my heart. I love you.
Rhett ~ Friend
I knew some day you'd leave too, though I still have hope you'll come back. In the past, I could rely on you to be honest with me no matter what.. I could really use your advice right now.
Jason ~ Trusted
You've been a true friend to me, and your looking out for me has never gone unnoticed. I'm sorry I often don't have faith in you.
'Duck' ~ Trusted
You came and spoke with me at Fabu's grave. You gave me the talk I needed to have with him so long ago, and you helped me accept my choice. I hope I can at least do right to honor him with this chance you're giving me.
I'll always have doubts about my place in this life, but I trust you.. You saved me from Andre and have been nothing but kind to me.. I owe you.
Lilo ~ Mixed
Where the hell did you go? Why are you acting like this? I thought we were friends and yet here you are, acting like I'm suddenly a fucking burden to you.
Devi ~ Friend
I haven't seen you in some time, I wonder how you've been. I hope you're doing ok, Devi.
'Vee' ~ MixedI understand my choices have put us in a bad spot, I'm sorry. Maybe it's for the best, I refuse to bring you down with me for something you didn't want. I hope you can forgive me.
Lucila 'Lucy' ~ FriendWonderful girl.. Works at McBernard's, among other responsibilities in the city. We talked about life, vented frustrations and even joked around, and I think we'll become good friends in time.
Bernie ~ Friend
I'm sorry to see you leave the storefront for the big office in the nexus, but I know you're moving up in the world. You're bound for greater things and I wish you the best of luck.
I wonder if you'd understand the choice I've made? If the time ever came for us to meet again, maybe I'll ask.
Chris ~ FriendAlways good seeing you, even if it's just in passing to say hi, check how things have been.. Or even just a wave here and there. You seem to be doing well, I wish the best for you.
Carter / 'Ace' ~ Friend
Where did you go? I haven't seen you since that first day I brought you on to work at the shop. I hope you're alright.
Victor ~ Friend
He's a good guy, helped me big time fixing that gas leak in the shop awhile back. I still owe him one, being honest I owe him more for pushing me to move forward with the shop. He's not the only one..
Moiselle ~ Mixed
You were honest with me about Kirin's orders to kill me, and your refusal.
You gave me hope by telling me you had people that could save my family. I really hope you aren't just feeding me a lie I want to hear.
Andre Jackson~ Deceased
You've changed, or maybe I was just blind to who you really were. I wish things could have ended differently, but you held me hostage and constantly threatened me. Rest in peace.
Carter ~ Hated
You son of a bitch. You told them my name? I hope I never see your face again.
Alisha ~ FriendVery kind girl, Vice director of the CWU now and a good friend.
George ~ NeutralOwns The Pint, next to J&N. I haven't put a thumb down on where we stand, perhaps time will tell.
Charis Ferret ~ Deceased
I'm not sure what happened, only that I heard you got killed.
Helix ~ NeutralI never see you around anymore, I wonder what happened?
Clear-Sky ~ MixedYou've helped me a bit, even talked with me on occasion. I still don't know much about you, only that I've been told to be careful with you.
Fabu ~ Never ForgottenI visited your grave.. I'm so sorry, Fabu. I wish I could've seen you one last time, told you about your fellow kin that I've met and given you my help like I should have when we first spoke. I hope you rest easier, knowing you've set me on this path, that I'm no longer clouded by the doubt I once had. Your fight is over, my friend.
Xie 'Cid' ~ Friend
You were freed! I was so worried that you disappeared, I'm glad to see you're safe my friend.
Cangh Chaa' ~ TrustedYou're one of my closest friends, I think. You shared that drawing with me, you called it a mark? I appreciate it, and I'll be more careful not to lose it again. I enjoy the books you write, the stories are different than what I'm use too, but they're well written. I'll see if I can find a way to return the favor of your kindness.
Karagh'Vu ~ Neutral
You told me your name because you said your kin spoke well of me, that I earned it? That means a lot to me, I appreciate that and I hope we can speak again soon. Maybe you can answer my questions?
'Four' ~ Friend
I hope you'd understand why I had to leave.. I'm glad she introduced us, in a way, as I considered you a friend for the time we were able to talk. You always asked me how I was doing and kept an eye on me. I never did get to learn your real name, of course I understood why I couldn't.. I hope you're alright, and I wish you only the best.
'Romeo' ~ GoneI don't know what happened to you, whether you lost interest.. Or if you died. I suppose it is best to just forget about you.
'?' ~ Neutral
That night after we brought Fabu to the clinic, you told me the truth. About what they do to your families, about how they use the vortigaunts. That's scary shit and I don't know how to process that. As much as I wanted to dig and pry, I know well enough to stay as far from that as possible.
'?' ~ Neutral
You have the same red markings as the other one. You returned my book, and you seem to treat me with respect.. Thank you.
'?' ~ Hated
You and your partner stopped me in the ration center. I don't care that you accused me, threatened me or even stalked me and whispered those vile comments to me.. But you crossed a line when you threatened my family. Stay the fuck away from me.
Slendy ~ Neutral
You scare the absolute hell out of me, damn headcrab.. But fine, I'll admit it. You are fucking adorable.
Clover ~
Such a beautiful bird, she seems to enjoy resting in the shop.. and the customers don't seem to mind her, least I hope not.

I remember the warm summer days, the sun high in the sky without a cloud in sight as the breeze ran through your hair. Me and Sofia always enjoyed the long walk home after an even longer day.. Or the bonfires with the old gang, kicking back at night with a drink after a rough week. But nothing came close to all the time we spent at the old harbor. That was our spot.. It was the most serene place we had for ourselves. We could stare off across the crashing waves and seemingly endless ocean for hours, watching those old ships and fishing boats go by. Such a beautiful sight, the ships and the sea in that perfect moment.. The golden hour. It's hard to believe that was so long ago, and yet I remember it like it was yesterday. Old memories come and go as they bring tears to my eyes, realizing how stuck I am in the present. I can't keep dwelling on the past, or I risk destroying my future.. If I even have one to look forward to. In time I suppose I'll know what lies ahead of me, but for now I take my first steps in my new home. City 24, Geneva.
When I first arrived in this city, I expected nothing but suffering just like the last one.. or three. The worst part of it all is the constant feeling of trying to get settled, only to be shoved on a train and sent to god knows where next. I tell myself it's only temporary.. that soon enough they'll keep me in one city, that I won't have to pack up and go a month later. I keep hoping that with each transfer they'll take me back to my family, though I know it won't happen, that would be too fortunate. I look around this place, expecting to run into the same kinds of arrogant crowds, and yet I find myself surrounded for the most part by good people. Yeah.. there are a few odd balls and plenty of assholes, but at the end of the day I know I won't have to keep my head down and fend for myself. I've even been lucky enough to get a job and make real friends! I can afford to survive thanks to the help of those around me. The longer I stay here, the more people I meet.. Good people. Even if it's only been a short while, I have something I've wanted.. No, it's exactly what I've needed since all this began. A sense of normal, a feeling that I'm no longer alone.. that I won't spiral and have no one to turn to. I still miss my family, my friends from before.. I hope they're all safe, wherever they are. But for now, I just need to make sure I don't ruin it for myself and make good on the fresh start I've been given. In time, I'll repay the favors and debts of those who've given me their kindness and when things in this world are better, maybe I'll get to see my loved ones again.
Lately though, I've been having the same nightmares over and over every night, nightmares about that last month we spent trying to flee the States. The constant search for missing civilians caught in the chaos of the storms, the fear that at any moment the fighting could continue and more blood would be shed. I don't think any of us were the same after we left with the last batch of refugees pushing off the coast for safe harbor elsewhere. It hit me and griffin hard, though I think it hit Sofia the hardest.. Losing mom and dad around the same time, it was rough, but it took her weeks just to stop crying. Griffin stayed quiet for awhile.. but he rallied, at least it seemed like it. He carried on with his tough guy persona while he tried to keep her company and calm her down. It took me awhile just to process it had happened, just one thing piling on to another and after awhile, it all hit me at once. It doesn't keep me up at night anymore, at least not as much as it once did.. But I can only take one step at a time.
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