Welcome Committee

[sumarusfinest]

There's been so many fresh faces to the Nexus recently, and more than a few of them have been children. Questions about finding a way home, about trying to decide if they want to go home. People wondering what to do now...

There are a few tables set out this morning in the Plaza in front of a small cafe loaded with several caraffes of coffee, breakfast pastries from more than a few different worlds and cultures, and a large pan of eggs and sausage kept warm over a chafing dish. On either end of the table are disposable plates, cups, and cutlery as well as a few welcome pamphlets in a small container. Along the front of the tables is a hand made banner.

"Meet and Greet"

Manning the tables is Katsuya Suou, red apron on and a cup of coffee in hand. He looks far too cheerful for how early in the morning it is.

"Right then, is anyone hungry? Have any questions about the nexus?"


((OOC: Feel free to mingle and threadjump in this thread. I'm trying to get people who have yet to meet to interact, so do not feel obligated to only reply to me!))

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[bigimpin]

"Wine! And lots of wine! Do make sure everyone here for this great feast of yours has a fresh wine glass, and I will be sure to..." Tyrion removes a coin purse from around his belt, and he tosses it Katsuya with a joyful smile planted on his face. "Pay for their share."

He feels very much like celebrating the change of pace his life has taken. And he wants to make sure the help here is given what he feels they deserve.

Life for Tyrion is as good as it gets. "And I do have to wonder where the hog is." But he won't turn down the plump sausages and cakes.

[bestdadinamestris]

"A man after my own heart," Hughes says with a chuckle at Jack's first comment. "Best breakfast I've had in my life, and that means a lot having had so many different breakfasts here in the Nexus." That may have to do with the intelligence officer's fondness of sweets, but not all pastries are sweet, so that counts for something right?

He raises his own coffee mug in a 'cheers' motion to Jack and then makes a move to sit down, if that's allowed. "As for traveling through portals, I've only done so with permission, but I'm certain if you looked hard enough, you could find portals that haven't been discovered by people on the worlds they connect to that you could slip through - if you're feeling adventurous. Can't say for sure, though, since I've never taken the time to try."

After another sip of coffee, he remembers himself and offers a hand to his new acquaintance. "Maes Hughes, by the way. Nice to meet you."

[bestdadinamestris]

"For something you had a hand in? Always."

Hughes smiles at Katsuya as he walks in and over to his friends. He's been meaning to come see this place, so he's glad for the chance to make it in. "This place is really nice. I'm glad you were able to start it up." He takes an appreciative look around before turning back to Katsuya. "Need any help this morning?"

[barre_none]

Giving Hughes a bright smile, she finishes a mouthful of apple with a shrug. "I've got no reason not to be. How're you?"

She hasn't seen him since they met in the studio, so she's eager to know how he is and what he's been up to.

[barre_none]

Her first instinct is to comment on how it's maybe a little early for wine, but she keeps it to herself. He looks like he's in a good mood, possibly celebrating - it could be worse.

"Someone's in a generous mood."

Grace remembers meeting him briefly after she'd just arrived, but she didn't remember getting his name.

[lessthan_loveless]

Um.

"Yeah..ah. No?"

She loves animals, really she does - but this is her breakfast and she's fresh out of breadcrumbs. At least that's what she's assuming the bird wants.

[bigimpin]

He is in an excellent mood, things are going as well as they can back home, and Tyrion thinks he deserves a well-deserved break. And he reaches a hand out for a pork sausage, and he goes to bite the top off with glee. "Why would I not be? And I've got quite the reputation when it comes to bringing life to a big feast like this."

"And I do have a reputation to uphold where I have none."

And Tyrion doesn't quite remember her name even if he does recall her face. "And I don't recall your name, My Lady." He says, with sausage still in hand and he takes another bite.

[chiron_survivor]

"Oh, sorry. It's a term for things you might come across in the Nexus that are cursed. They can turn you into an animal, or change your personality. It's like a bad magic spell. They usually wear off after a couple of days." She sets down her plate and coffee before pulling out a chair for herself, pleasantly surprised that Grace is joining her. "They call it a LOL because supposedly other people will laugh out loud about it, but they don't sound very funny to me."

[chiron_survivor]

"Thank you," Adia says, grateful but also a little embarrassed by the amount of food on her plate. "I haven't taken too much, have I? This is very generous of you."

Finding herself a seat, she sets down her plate and napkin. She looks up at Katsuya and hesitantly asks, "Have you been in the Nexus long? May I ask you something about it?"

[rekindledtitan]

It's good that he's fast, because Blaze looks like she was about to just head straight out again. Finding Hughes in her way brings her to a quick halt, however, not to risk bumping him with that cup of hot liquid. She almost looks surprised, which is a bit foolish considering she must have noticed her friend's presence as soon as she came in the door.

"Morning, Hughes. Guess you're hard at work already, huh?" She glances at Ghost. "We're doing fine. Can't say we've had much to report lately. Another day, another fight, you know? Good work, but nothing special."

"Well, and we've been reconsidering some ideas for our future," Ghost adds quietly.

[iwasforgiven]

With a mouthful of cheese Danish or something that resembles and tastes like a cheese Danish crammed into his mouth, Jack motions with a free hand for Maes to take a seat. And he makes it quick to swallow, and wash down tasty alien treat. "Good to see I'm not the only one here with good taste." And with that, he raises his coffee cup up in the air with a gorgeous smile planted on his face.

Jack is in his zone here and he offers a hand out to Mae to shake. "Captain Jack Harkness. And it is nice to meet you, Maes Hughes. And as you can see, I'm one of those adventurous types. And I might just try looking for some of these undiscovered portals. Either for a chance to explore somewhere new, or it might prove helpful in the future." He starts to sound thoughtful at the idea of finding portals for those who need the help.

"The one problem with my own is I came here with someone, and he got a little light in the feet and decided to leave for a bit. He was saying something about finding the perfect costume for a Halloween Party."

[drehnifusbahi]

Sorry Rosco; they do things a little bit differently in Tamriel.

"I don't live here, no; I just visit from time to time. When I'm here..." He shrugs. "I try to help, if someone needs it."

[courtofmurk]

Well! The bird jerks its head back, tilts it at him with an outraged squawk.

"Insolence! Mortal impudence! No crow would stoop so low!" The bird sets to preening his ruffled feathers, declaiming loftily as he does. "Know that you address one of the Blackfeather Court, featherless, kin to the Mistress of Shadows! You would be wise to guard your tongue!"

Yes. This will definitely put the mortal in his place.

[thegodofmischief]

And there is a cheeky archangel who is going to try and sneak Rosco's hat from off his head. Gabriel has a pocketful of sweets, and he is looking for a little mischief. Harmless mischief, but mischief all the same. And here's hoping he can get away with the sheriff's hat.

[courtofmurk]

Sorry, Esther, he's definitely got eyes on that sausage.

"No? No? All who enter our domain owe tribute!" The Knave better hope Katsuya doesn't hear him call this his domain. "You are warned: do not cross the Court, mortal."

[drehnifusbahi]

He starts, but doesn't quite jump - he's still drowsy, and not as alert as he should be.

But he's a quick recovery at least, and smiles when he spots her, raising his coffee mug as if in a toast.

"I could say the same to you."

[drehnifusbahi]

He doesn't take offense. It's not as if this situation is exactly new, though usually it's Lydia laughing at him, or Serana.

So when he turns to face her he just offers a sheepish smile and says, "No, not really," before taking a sip of his coffee.

[zombots]

Besides Jensen, there is only one other person here that he remembers and it is the girl who's reading a book. And with a handful of a delicious breakfast, Vaclav is going to join her.

But he's not going to be rude about it as he tilts his head to the side to see what she's reading. "...Mind if I?"

[wreckandrule]

The problem with not being people is Bulkhead can't fit inside of the cafe, so he is just going to be hanging outside to meet some new friends. The oversized robot doesn't exactly eat so he just is going to hang there with his head cocked to the side so he can peer inside and his backside sitting down in the street.

"I wonder if all of the buildings here are made for human sized people? Or are there places where a bot of my stature can wander besides the great outdoors."

[rogueinladysclothing]

Esther may only be 'timid' when it comes to people, but Amelia still intends to be cognizant of that. No need to scare someone off by being too forward or loud.

"Thanks." As she settles in with her pastry and mug of tea, she offers another smile to the girl. This cozy little cafe is a good place to settle in to read for a while. "Interesting book?" she asks, honestly curious. "Might I ask what it's about?"

[brother_alone]

Josh had been hanging out at the front with Ice Bear for a while, but now that he's got himself a bubbly drink and a plate full of food he's going to find an empty seat a bit out of the way so he can watch all of this going on.

It's not that he's anti-social or anything, but he's a little bit nervous around folks these days. Best to stay over here and out of the way.

[rogueinladysclothing]

The rather forward suggestion earns the newcomer an arched eyebrow. He's not exactly wrong, given the freely offered wine and other alcohols, but that doesn't mean Amelia's jumping up to get some for herself. She still much prefers tea to anything other drinks available.

"Mistress," she corrects without thinking. "A baron's daughter doesn't garner another title." Tyrion gets a wry smile with the small explanation. Even if she can't go home again, that part of her past will always be with her, though she wonders how she might have been mistaken for a lady in the the obviously rogue-ish outfit. There may be gold embroidery down the seams of her forest green linen shirt and pants, but the beaten up leather corset and boots certainly speak of her not being very high born. "As for the wine, I'm afraid I don't usually imbibe, and especially not with breakfast. Is that common, where you're from?"

He'll note that she's not stopping him from sitting down and enjoying his breakfast. As introverted as she can be, Amelia doesn't mind the chance to be more social with the more colorful characters the Nexus has to offer, especially ones who appear to be from worlds more like hers than others.

[rogueinladysclothing]

Curiosity gets the better of her and she arches an eyebrow at Van as he sips his coffee. "What brings you out so early then? Couldn't sleep? Or just routine?"

Once he's filled a plate for himself, she'll motion for him to sit down at the table she's occupied. No need for him to try and eat while standing and attempting to drink his coffee.

[rosco_coltrane]

"Well, you could help me by becoming a deputy," Rosco suggests hopefully. "I'll have to talk to Stratos, but maybe we can make arrangements for folks that are here regular like, but still living someplace else. I've only got one person lined up for deputy so far."

[rosco_coltrane]

Rosco whirls around in shock, his mouth forming a comical "O."

"Hey, now!" Rosco protests. "That's my hat. What're you up to?"