First Challenge - Video

[shorterinperson]

[ When the video turns on, a short haired woman appears on screen. She appears in her late twenties, possibly early thirties, and is focusing very intently on the screen. In fact, her eyes seem to be focused on something apart from the screen, in front or behind it. The truly unusual thing here is that the whole image is obscured by an odd purple glow, almost like a flame. Finally her focus snaps onto the screen itself as she realizes it’s recording, and the flame disappears. A satisfied grin reaches her face, and colors come into focus: fiery red hair and vivid purple eyes. ]

There it goes! And they say you can’t teach an old dog new tricks. This is different from the sort of communication I’m used to, and I’m not sure what all of these buttons are for, but it seems to be working, isn’t it? Who am I speaking to? Admiral? I never did catch your name.

In any case, where is this criminal I’m meant to be ‘redeeming’? I’d like to start right away, if you don’t mind. I believe I mentioned that there may be a war on at home? Well, come on then, where is he?

Comments

[shorterinperson.livejournal.com]

Well, this should be exciting. At least there aren't Stormwings.

...There aren't any Stormwings, are there?

[with_discipline]

I'm unfamiliar with that species.

[shorterinperson.livejournal.com]

Good. Consider yourself lucky.

[with_discipline]

Why?

[shorterinperson.livejournal.com]

They're wretched things, and they only come where they know they'll find death soon.

[with_discipline]

That does indeed sound unpleasant.

[shorterinperson.livejournal.com]

And that's without me mentioning the sharp, steel wings for arms and that awful stench.

[with_discipline]

....Everyone on board this ship has been humanoid. It's doubtful these creatures will be brought aboard.

[shorterinperson.livejournal.com]

I think that's the best news I've heard all day.

[with_discipline]

You're welcome.