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[sinfullysublime]

I am sure that many of you have noticed the strange effects the mysterious fog is having on everyone... I believe it best to stay inside and, if possible, away from all doors and windows. [ for what sebastian hopes are obvious reasons. ] If you happen to be in Traverse Town or by my Bakery please let me know immediately. I have created something of a safe haven in its basement and there is still plenty of room left. [ looks aside as his tone drops to that of a whisper. ] ...let's hope it leaves as swiftly as it came.

( ooc | ** ammended ** you can reply to the feed as normal, but for the action bit i'd like you to assume that sebastian, or somebody else, has let your character inside and lead them into the basement. NO NEED TO REPLY TO THE INTRO BIT ANYMORE. from there you may do as you please. threadhop and threadjack to your heart's content. feel free to also post new comments ( with headings! ) about what you character is doing or what your character would like to do. think of this like a party log, ...just with the aforementioned tweak. )

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'nest' of books....

[knowledgephilia]

[Hermione wasn't fond of being cooped up but she had a wound to take care of and for now, she had collected some cushions from upstairs and brought them down below for their comfort. She had assorted them in a corner taking her own seat. She was still a little shaken up from the events earlier but reading always eased her mind. Around her, she had taken out the books in her bottomless purse for anyone who wanted read. There were books on magic, books on medicine, on chemistry, biology, anatomy, physics, history of both the muggle world and the human world, and some other random good literature she packed just in case they ever got too bored. She was reading to herself. So peaceful.]

[ukidokiotaku]

[Renge couldn't help but move in slightly, her camcorder at the ready and recording.]

So what are you reading? is it interesting?

[knowledgephilia]

Very. It's a history book. [So what. A new arrival has made her want to read things again. She hasn't looked up from her book.]

[ukidokiotaku]

Will you like to talk about your book to the camera?

[It might make people interested in history, you never know.]

[knowledgephilia]

To the camera? [She finally lifted her head and stared blankly at the camera.] No, I don't think I want to.

[ukidokiotaku]

Why not? you could teach a lot of people who might buy this later.

[You guessed it, shes going to sell this later.]

[quiet_devotion]

[None of them seemed overly fond of the prospect of being trapped down here.. well save for a few. Spying the girl over in her corner, he debated whether or not to disturb her. A few pleasantries shouldn't be too invasive]

It's a relief to see that you're here too Miss Granger. [She looked quite absorbed in those tomes. From his vantage point he was able to read some of the titles..]

You seem to have all the subjects covered as well.

[knowledgephilia]

Oh? [She lifted her gaze to offer him a smile, hiding her injury.]

Yes, would you care for a book? It sure helps beat the time.

[quiet_devotion]

I would prefer if you were always be able to avoid harm.. [But.. that didn't seem like the case here. Despite her attempts to hide it, the scent gave it away] .. have you cared for that wound properly?

Once I'm certain you're all right, perhaps.

[knowledgephilia]

You make me sound very danger prone, I promise you that's not the case.

I'm fine. Honest. Please sit.

[quiet_devotion]

That was not my intent I assure you.

[She was quite dismissive about the whole affair.. whatever had happened to her must have been too painful to discuss.] As long as you're sure, I've been learning that you are not one to be easily dissuaded. [Just like when she was determined give those pastries to him for less than their actual value. He did take a seat near her.]

Which of these tomes is your favorite?

[no_souls_here]

[Ciel had found himself entertained by some of the games.. much to his surprise given his company but he also had a penchant for reading. When he caught sight of the array of subjects he couldn't help but grow intrigued. He tended to read a lot of fiction.. but he wondered if the magic books might hold something more valuable. The history books could give more insight on Hermione's world as well.. what to choose, what to choose.]

Would you mind if I read some of your books? It seems we'll be down here for an extended period of time.

[knowledgephilia]

Of course, go right ahead. [She spoke, licking her fingers to turn the page.]

I brought them down here for that purpose. I have so many from home. Anything in particular you wish to read?

[no_souls_here]

Thank you.

[The selection was making it difficult..] How thoughtful. There are a few subjects I would like to look into. I think I'll start with the history books. [Lets just see how similar the worlds were...]

[knowledgephilia]

I hope there's no consequence in that. [You know. Just like the time turner, you shouldn't know more than you have seen, etc.]

[no_souls_here]

I've already met people from the future, I fail to see what harm there in reading about it. [He smirked slightly and opened the book on muggle history]

[Stopping on a page, he scanned it and quietly commented] I knew his parliamentary career wouldn't last much longer..

[aka_catherine]

[The mound of books did not escape the watchful eyes of Washu.. the books themselves were fascinating but she was more concerned with the way that they had arrived here. How could one bag hold so much..?]

[Slipping up closer she asked]

Now where can I find a lovely purse like that, hmm~?

[knowledgephilia]

It's magic. A quick spell to make it bottomless. I don't think they sell them here.

[aka_catherine]

How long does the spell last? Could you cast it on any bag or must it be a certain material?

[knowledgephilia]

Any bag would work and the spell is permanent.

[true_renaissance_man]

[Mounds and mounds of books situated around a barely visible girl. The hungry mind searching for knowledge! He thought about not saying anything that might disturb her but... he was also of a curious nature so maybe there could be no harm in just interrupting her for a moment.]

You have found yourself a comfortable spot. It must have taken ages to carry all of these books down here.

May I?

[Leonardo asked while indicating one of the books that was the nearest to him. He wanted to see just what kind of books she might have over there.]

[knowledgephilia]

[Instinctively, she clutched the book she was reading to her chest, a hand covering the name on the book. So she was reading up a biography of you, Leonardo. Or trying. You were a very secretive individual. Sue her. She eyed the piles of books and figured telling a renaissance individual that it had all been possible by 'magic' just wouldn't end well. She smiled.]

Please do. I brought them for everyone. I get so frustrated being cooped up for too long. At least one can sore through an entire universe with imagination, right? [She beckoned to the cushions. There's plenty to go around!]

[true_renaissance_man]

[Leonardo took a seat next to Hermione and picked up the closest book. It was written in English of course but it did have many interesting pictures inside!
For now at least she had successfully hidden the book she was reading from him. ]

That is very kind of you. And si, we might not be able to fly like the birds yet but with a little imagination anything is possible!

[Wow, would you look at that castle! A page in the book Leonardo holds reveals a full color image of a glorious looking castle in Spain. ]

This photography thing is truly amazing. I will have to try it for myself some time.

[knowledgephilia]

[She smiled at that.]

For a long time, artists as talented as yourself were the ones who could immortalize visions. The photograph was technically first invented in 1827. And, about flying...

[She moved out of her cushion to grab a book.]

I'm not sure if I should show you, but I think it's something you would appreciate. [She settled right beside him holding on to another book.]

Aviation has reached such high levels of complexity. We've managed to break the sound barrier. Mankind has even traveled to the moon!

[true_renaissance_man]

The moon? Impossibile!

[But then again... ]

There are those ships here that can travel between the worlds. I have not seen one yet, but so many have mentioned them, they must be real. Who would have thought such a thing would even be possible.

[He leaned closer as if discussing some kind of great conspiracy. ]

I have observed the moon many times in the night sky. It is so unlike our Earth, would it be possible to just open the door of your craft and step out? I say this because it does not seem to have the...

[Searching for a word here... ]

...same atmosphere of the Earth.

And flight itself! That has always been a fascination of mine. Were humans actually able to master flight?