thisavrou_log | ( february event log )

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( february event log )

Who: Everyone
When: February 16th and on
Where: Throughout the Moira
What: After an exhausting month and a half, the crew tries to relax.
Warnings: Please label accordingly!

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"Sometimes, the thing that brings us together also pulls us apart. "

The beginning of the month was a whirlwind of confusion—for both seasoned and new members of the crew. Link’d Inc’s unsavory methods for obtaining information were revealed, the company’s front runner was murdered and planted on the ship, and with the help of Benjamin Link, the crew was able to free the kidnapped children and unlock the ship so that the Moira could get as far away as possible. It was a mess, but after the refugees were taken to a nearby by planet to start over, things have finally begun to settle down. The ship also has more crew than it’s ever had, and that can only mean one thing: more work. An unfortunate side effect of having so many bodies in one place, everyone is being asked to contribute; the captains implore everyone to chip in and do their share. Clean up after yourselves, don’t miss your shifts, and give fellow crew members a hand with their tasks if they can’t get them done on time.

☄ SPACEWALK ( 02.16 - 02.23 )
Eventually, Manasseh comes to the crew with a training opportunity. The captains are well aware that not everyone on board have learned essential skills for surviving and working in space. To remedy that, she has offered to take a week to train groups in the skill of performing space walks on the hull. Those who already have experience are welcomed as assistant instructors. Those willing will learn how to safely don a spacesuit and secure oxygen lines and tethers—for both themselves and others. All skills that will come in handy in case there is a need for emergency repairs, or if the crew encounters a low-atmosphere environment they wish to explore. Mysteriously, there is also a promise of something interesting on the horizon for those willing to learn.

☄ TREATS N' SWEETS ( 02.16 - EVENING )
As a way of extending an olive branch to the crew, the captains have cleared out the kitchen and mess hall early in the afternoon. Later that evening, the crew is asked to come down - via their MIDs - as the captains have a surprise for them. The tables are lined with finger foods, sandwiches, pretzels and chips, but the table in the very back is where the captains are lingering. They’ve made desserts for the crew, but they aren’t just any typical sweet concoction. They are each unique, and there are small, hand-written signs in front of each:

•JUST RELAX: Mint chocolate chip ice cream scooped out into bowls and is the most sweet of the three. The first bite does little to the person eating it, but each subsequent taste results in an increasingly relaxed state. The more that is consumed, the more mellow the person becomes.
•BE HONEST: A delicate concoction of science and the culinary arts, this dessert is refreshing and semi-sweet. The fruity flavors burst in your mouth, loosening your tongue, and result in a brief period of honesty. The reactions vary from person to person—anywhere from being more blunt than normal to answering any question that is asked without a filter. The effects wear off after an hour.
•YOU'RE SWEET: A selection of small chocolate cheesecakes offer something rich and decadent to enjoy. Each one brings something a little different in terms of flavor, the taste lingering for some time after you’re done. Some make you feel indulgent, some make you feel romantic; this makes you feel both. Those that sample this dessert will feel lighter, happier, and more likely to indulge in romantic endeavors. The effects last for only one night, dissipating after a good night’s sleep. Those that do not require sleep will suffer the effects for two days.

☄ LANTERNS IN THE BLACK ( 02.23 )
The day starts out differently than most. The captains send a message saying that everyone has been granted light duty for the day, and once they finish their necessary chores, they are given the remainder of it to themselves. Around midday, an announcement will be made. The pilgrim fleet of Librae Prime will be performing their yearly Celebration of Life. They are on their way to a system decades away, and each year, they celebrate the lives gained and lost within their ranks by releasing a multitude of brightly colored lanterns out into space. The Pilgrims make a habit of inviting ships within range to participate as it is a joyful event for them.

The entire crew is welcome to watch from the observation deck, the lights dimmed so the view can be properly appreciated, but those members of the crew who have participated in the space walk lessons or have previous experience have a special opportunity all their own. Manasseh invites them to the airlock with a supply of flying lanterns and an offer to put their new-found skills to use by releasing the Moira’s own lanterns. The morning after the flight of the lanterns a special surprise will await everyone in their mailboxes. A small lantern sits waiting for each member of the crew. It casts a soft light comparable to a simple nightlight and will hover in a stationary position when activated.

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[It's not like Billy tends to slack off on anything he's told to do, usually. But cleaning up? Even his mom had trouble getting him to clean his room, much less all of this...

So admittedly, Billy's doing a half-hearted attempt at best-- and when he sees someone similarly disinterested and distracted, he decides they've got a pretty good idea.

He's all about reasons to slack off today.]

Break time, huh?

[He snorts, grinning down at the MID.]

Break suggests I ever started.

[He tears his eyes away from the screen, gives the guy a blinding smile. He puts his finger to his lips, clearly asking not to be ratted out.]

I've found if you look busy enough with something else, someone usually gets to it for you.

Oh my god...

[That's-- actually pretty smart. He gives a laugh.]

I'll make a deal with you. I won't go tell anybody if you'll let me in on the whole 'pretending to be busy' thing because... seriously. The clean up is dragging on forever.

Take on a student? Shit man, and here everyone thought I'd amount to nothing.

[He pats the ground next to him.]

Sit, join me. Class is in session. Name's Peter, but you can call me Mr. Maximoff.

[He hopes his expression doesn't go too weird at that, but it's sort of like he got slapped in the face with something he'd had no way of anticipating.

Maximoff or Peter may not be unusual names by themselves, but... combined and with the hair?

Crap.]

Billy Kaplan. [He manages a grin that he hopes looks natural as he settles in next to him.] And you'll find I'm actually not a terrible student when it's something I want to learn.

Billy? Nice, right. [He starts to hold his hand out to shake but pauses and frowns.] Actually, I think Wanda mentioned something about a Billy. You know Wanda?

Yeah? [He kinda doesn't want to spill the she's my alternative universe mom thing on.... what might be his universe uncle.] What'd she say? I hope it was good things.

[He rubs his temple, trying to remember everything from that particular conversation. There was so much going on that he can't recall everything said about Billy, but one detail sticks out.] Just who you were. But she's not really the type to talk bad about family. So, I wouldn't worry.

Oh, so she told you-- [Probably not that he was her son, sort of, right?] Yeah, you're right.

Did she tell you anything else?

Not much else. We were kind of busy talking about other stuff.

[Sorting out those twin issues.] Guess she figured I'd have to run into you eventually.

Other stuff? Like, how she has a brother called Pietro?

[It's negative sly on the poking front, but he just wants to know if Peter knows he's sort of his... really young uncle.

Multiple universes, man. It's crazy]

It's not that big of a ship, it's true.

Yeah. Pietro. Another me. Weird, huh?

[And now he looks a little uncomfortable, picking at his pant leg. He's still not sure how to process that part.]

Ugh, right? I took me like, five minutes to look around this thing. And so much stuff is closed up. Rude.

Well, not as weird as seeing my mom practically my age.

[Or his uncle for that matter...]

Five whole minutes, huh? I don't know, that seems like a pretty long time for a speedster.

Yeah, that takes the cake. Are you, like, taking it okay? I'd be freaked out if my mom were here and my age. One thing seeing them young in pictures but I wouldn't want to deal with seeing her that wild. Not that Wanda is wild.

Figure of speech, kid. 'sides, what do you know about speedsters? [He's asking genuinely. He still hasn't talked to Wanda much about Pietro's powers.] You have a lot of experience with this other me?

It's really weird. But I guess I'm getting used to it? She's more like a sister here, I think. I mean, if I had a sister... It's just weird seeing her so new to everything. Wanda Maximoff, the Scarlet Witch, is one of the most powerful mutants, an established hero.

[And okay, Billy's favorite superhero, even before he knew about the whole mother thing.]

My twin's a speedster. [He gives a lighter look, playful.] Everyone knows you if they know superheroes, but... yeah. One time, he even kidnapped me.

Wait. Hold up. Mutant. She's a mutant in your world? [He doesn't know what to do with that. His sister to be just like him. It puts a little smile on his face, something that feels a little too good to be true.] And she's like, out about it?

Twins? Dude, Wanda left out so much stuff. So I got a nephew who's like some mini-me. That's actually pretty cool. [His eyebrows knit, confused.] But what's this about other me kidnapping you? And a superhero? Come on, no way.

Yeah, she's a mutant. Just like me. We have the same powers, more or less. [He shrugs.] The mind trick Wanda pulls here though, that's not something she really does back home.

Well, my twin isn't here... I don't think she's met him yet. But total mini-you. [Oh god, if he does show up though...] It was a complicated situation. We were both looking for Wanda, so it wasn't for some evil plot. Plus, I can teleport myself practically anywhere, kinda hard to actually kidnap.

[He shifts a bit towards Peter, giving a nod.] Uh, yeah. Dude, you were on one of the first superhero teams out there. Quicksilver, by the way. Cool name, right?

I can't even imagine. Been the only person in the family who was-[He cuts off, chuckles.] Not that I'd want to change Wanda at home, cause she's awesome.

[It's just something to think about. A world where he was little less alone with his power. One where he wouldn't have to wait 17 years to meet another mutant.]

Teleport, huh? Is that your thing? Been mistaken for one of those a few times, myself. You said like Wanda, so what else can you do? If you don't mind talking about it.

I guess? I've never thought about code names before. Not the superhero type. I'm a little surprised any me is.

What's Wanda like? Your Wanda, I mean.

[It's interesting to pick out the differences, that's all.]

It's one of my things. So's electrokinesis. I can focus it into lightning... [He shrugs his shoulders.] Magic. Spells, and there are a lot of them. I can conjure things out of nothing... clothes, constructs.

[He knows it probably sounds insane thought.]

So, what type are you, Peter?

Younger. Human. No powers or anything, just a normal teenage girl. Smart though, a lot more than me. Less of a hassle on Mom too. She's not the one causing trouble. Fights with our little sister all the time, says the baby gets into all of her stuff.

[He shrugs, smile small.]

That all sounds pretty wild. Almost unbelievable. I might need a little demonstration, you know?

[Show off for the uncle, please.]

Depends on who you ask. Just definitely not the hero type. I'm not out there stopping crime or saving lives.

Are you sure they just haven't shown up? I didn't know I had any powers until I was almost sixteen... then I got in a less sibling-sort of fight...

[He arches a brow. The fact that he's growing up with potentially both sisters is... kind of a new one too.] She sounds nice either way... well, most. Baby siblings tend to bring that out in people.

[Billy has a couple of his own after all.

And oh no. Billy isn't above showing off for his uncle, or anyone if they ask. He's been a little more confident in his magic again after all.]

Anything you've ever wanted? Some t-shirt or jacket or... well, anything?

[Please don't say something dorky like a leather jacket...]

My version of you... he's not a bad guy, but he's definitely done some not very hero-type things. Most people think he's a jerk too, even if he's a hero.

[Well, okay. Pretty much everyone thinks that, but...]

First off, almost 16? How old are you? Please tell me you're not older than me.

[It's bad enough his younger twin is suddenly much older. He's not sure if he can take the uncle role seriously if Billy's older too.]

17 here and I've had mine awhile. We're twins, I'm sure if we were both going to have powers we would have gotten them at the same time. [He runs a hand through his hair.] Not like some of it didn't show up at birth anyway.

Yeah? That sounds like experience talking. Dude, are you going to tell me Wanda has a bunch more kids out there?

[Peter barks out a laugh, shaking his head.]

Other than everything? Does it just have to be clothes? Cause this place took my headphones and I'm dying to listen to my tapes.

[He quiets as he listens about this other him, face turning thoughtful.]

Maybe the jerk thing is universal. Most people think I'm a pain in the ass. When you say un-hero things, what are we talking about? Petty stuff like stealing or big things? I kind of want to know what legacy I'm working with here.

18. [Yes. He's older and wiser. He gets to hold that over Peter, right?] At least the white hair is kinda unique?

[Although not great for fitting in, he imagines... and not fitting in isn't pretty sometimes. A lot of the time, really.

He lets out a laugh and shakes his head.]

That one is a long, complicated story... But no, just me and my brother. We were raised apart though, due to... some reasons. My other mother, she has two other sons.

[Don't let him get into the story of his dads, Peter, seriously.]

I can do headphones, sure. I think, anyway.

[But-- when Peter asks that, he goes thoughtful for a minute.]

Do you know Magneto? Your-- father. You didn't know that part at the time, but you joined him. You started off as a villain before you switched to the heroic side.

[He slaps his hands over his ears, groaning.] I'm going to pretend I didn't hear that. This is like a bad soap opera plot.

[He lowers his hands, snorts. Billy would be right. The hair had never helped.] Oh yeah. Very unique.

[He'd like to get him started. Social cues? What are those?]

Wanda didn't raise you? Did she raise your brother? What, did she leave your dad and you went with him?

[Oh and then they're going to talk about his father. Awkward.]

Well, that's one thing me and this other me have in common. Not knowing. But geez, don't hold back. Tell me what I did to be villainous. [He pauses, curling into himself uncomfortably.] I'm not, like, some kind of murderer or something?

Sorry?

[Their lives really are like a bad soap opera sometimes though. But honestly, it's better bad soap opera than bad horror movie or something, right?]

Things... they get better for mutants. Promise. [Not perfect, no, but better.]

Not really? How my twin and I were born... it's complicated. If you want the whole story, I can kind of try to explain it, but you'll probably think I'm insane.

[He holds his hands up.] Sorry, but maybe knowing can help you out in the long run? [He shakes his head at the question.] Hey, I wouldn't call a murderer a superhero, right? And even when you've made mistakes... you've had your reasons.

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