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[lingeringhope]

[Hope's voice is clear and clipped.]

If you would like to leave a message, you may do so here. I can't promise to respond. I have many demands on my time, and this sort of thing is far down the list. Still, if you would like to, you may.

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voice. pretend i did this shortly after mello's network post on the 10th.

[torrefied]

Hope. I'm told you provide the phones that people are given when they first show up - can you add something to all the new ones that go out?

voice!

[lingeringhope]

I can, yes. Do you have something you believe should be added?

text

[murderpotato]

how much for a fuckin leg

text

[lingeringhope]

What happened to your original leg?

video - backdated to 23rd?

[purpleknee]

[The call is coming...from inside the house! The house in question being made entirely of useless books. It's actually impressive and clearly took Warrick a while.]

Excuse me, I need something to read. Something that isn't total garbage, I mean.

[he needs something else, too, but he's not asking for that, so.]

video

[lingeringhope]

I gave people books they desired not long after the Door opened. No one seemed grateful. Ask around and you might find one or two in the city still.

voice;

[hasitsthorns]

[ It still feels strange, asking for things. Rose doesn't feel deserving of them. Rose doesn't feel deserving of the time and energy it might require Hope to give her what she wants. He might not be able to do it at all, which wouldn't really change much.

But she has to try. She has to... Well, she has to hope that he can do this. ]

So, uhm. I'm not... really sure how this works, but.

I lost my hand in Haven. The world I was in before this. Well. It was punishment, for stealing someone's 'time.' I don't... know if you can do anything about it, but. I miss playing guitar. A lot. I'd love to be able to again, if possible.

If not, it's totally okay! I get it. It's kind of a long shot asking so no hard feelings or anything, y'know. Just, uh, let me know what the price is and I'll pay it.

voice;

[lingeringhope]

I am capable of doing that, yes. Did the hand you lost look and work the same as the one you currently have?

voice, backdated to shortly after the zombie event

[unknowable]

Hi. Um, I heard you were making deals to... to get things back.

voice

[lingeringhope]

I am, as always. Is there something you need?

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[dedikated]

We even?

( you know, the whole "she (semi-subconsciously) tried to kill you, you actually managed to kill her" thing? )

| voice.

[lingeringhope]

What do you mean?

[Woosh, right over his head.]

[wormintheglass]

Hope, Hope! There are bees here. Real bees! What would it take to make sure they could breed? They'll need a Queen and at least one drone, but that would only take some minor alterations to the ones already here.

I know you can do it. What can I do to persuade you?

[lingeringhope]

That would be possible, but it would not be easy, particularly if it's meant to be permanent. Also, they would be unlikely to survive for long.

video

[avephoenix]

[Despite the fact that she's doing this via video, Faith is actually in Hope's temple when she attempts this.]

Hiya, Hope! [She gives a wave of her hand, grinning.] People sure are tough on you, aren't they. That's why I'm here! Want to say thanks for bringin' Kate back, and for keepin' us all alive and whatnot.

[There's a brief pause wherein Faith looks around at the temple before her gaze settles on the camera again.] So, how you been?

video

[lingeringhope]

You're welcome.

[He's not used to gratitude, and so finds it inherently suspicious.]

I have been working hard, as usual.

[purpleknee]

Fine. What would you want for something like a heart?

[lingeringhope]

It seems that your heart may work differently than the usual human organ. Would you explain how it works and what it does for you? Then I'll know how difficult it would be to replace.

text

[sciencelizard]

[Dear god she has no idea how to do this. She did, though, go to Hope's temple to send it, just, y'know, in case.]

uhm hello mr.hope sir
i heard if you need something you can't find or make you're supposed to ask for it so uhm
when all the items were showing up my laptop did but
i tried to make an adapter but uhm
ive got no idea how the power system here works lmao
im pretty good at building stuff so uhm some info on the power system would be great or
just the adapter i guess if thats easier
im probably supposed to trade you something or????
im sorry im still kind of new idk how this works

... this probably makes no sense im so sorry

text

[lingeringhope]

You need something that allows your technology to get power from our system? That should be possible. I could make it for you, I believe, though I would need some information about your 'laptop'.

[lingeringhope]

I am not fond of creating these electronic parts for you.

For the leg parts alone, I would require you to bring hope to five people.

voice;

[feelslikeimspilling]

[ It's taken a lot for Will to actually get over his skepticism about the Gods here, so actually taking the leap and contacted one of you, is a big deal for the non-believer. He's even wandered all the way out to Hope's Temple to do this too.

Will is a twitchy, nervous man, he clears his throat anxiously before he talks. ]

I've never had belief for your kind, and I'm sure as hell you don't believe in mine either... But I'm here, before you, with an open mind and willingness to change my opinion.

[ A pause. God, he feels so stupid. ]

You've provided sustenance for us to live off, however when I was dragged through your door, my friend Winston was dragged in too... He's a canine and half of the food here I don't find to be suitable for him.

[ A deep breath. ]

I've come to offer tribute in exchange for a few opportunities to better the quality of life of my four legged friend... If you could see it fit to provide a few fish, normal fish, freshwater or salt I'm not fussed which... Just something to catch for my dog to eat... Er, the odd deer too, any game animal actually. I'm not going to eat them myself if that's what you're thinking...

[ He's being honest, Will would rather go hungry if it meant Winston could eat well again. While he's at it, he might as well try.. ]

Perhaps a small patch to grow some vegetables for him too, put them in your temple or protect them with magic, I don't care, so long as there is something fresh and healthy for him to eat.

[ Here comes the hard part. ]

I'm not a very hopeful man, I er mean, I was... I have been... But I'm willing to make whatever deal you need to ensure the quality of life for my friend is secured by what he's eating... Amen?

voice;

[lingeringhope]

[Humans are so weird.]

There are some fish in the lake. I believe they are edible. Sorrow has also provided us with an orchard, which should supply vegetables as well. Are these things insufficient for what your... dog needs?

[Text]

[save_theworld]

What do you call a book that's about the brain?

[Guess who.]

[Text]

[lingeringhope]

[Oh, it's you again.]

I don't know. What do you call it?

[ voice ]

[lingeringhope]

Not immediately. I can't tell which are the originals and which the copies. Physically, they are the same.

action; backdated to before the temples were destroyed...

[hasitsthorns]

[ Hope is first in her rounds to serenade the gods. It's a way of saying 'thank you,' actually, but also just... Something she wanted to do. So here she is at his temple, hanging out with guitar in hand.

He gets a song that isn't inherently hopeful, actually, but it is to her. So after doing the precursory checks of her guitar, she gets to strumming and singing right after. ]

I found a note with your name and a picture of us even though it was framed and covered in dust. It’s the map in my mind that sends me on my way. They say it’s never too late to stop being afraid and there is no one else here. So why should I wait? And in the blink of an eye the past begins to fade.

So have you ever been caught in a sea of despair? And your moment of truth is the day that you say “I’m not scared." Put your hands in the air if you hear me out there. I’ve been looking for you day and night, shine a light in the dark, let me see where you are ‘cause I’m not gonna leave you behind!

[lingeringhope]

[Though he does not appear, he appreciates the thought behind her actions. Rather than the usual subtle feeling of hope that accompanies any trip into Hope's temple, she will instead feel a strong, steady feeling of hope and calm happiness that will remain for a couple hours after leaving.]

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[unfollowing]

[Inspired by a conversation with Glacius, Emily comes to figuratively knock on Hope's door.]

can you make it snow? just a little, maybe in one place? i know you just revived a ton of people and had your temple attacked, but you're the one who heals people, so i figured i'd ask

it's for a friend

[lingeringhope]

Why?

text;

[hasitsthorns]

Hooooppppeee
Friend. Buddy. Pal.

What's your favorite color?
I need to know for. Reasons.
( ´ ∀ ` )

text;

[lingeringhope]

What possible reason could there be for that?

video

[fracturedbeauty]

Hope-chan, I have a favour I would like to ask of you. Perhaps you could help me with it?

video

[lingeringhope]

That would depend on what it is.

text

[somuchlove]

[Chara put off on contacting the Gods, namely because the Double's event had put quite the dent in both the temples - which would probably be a priority for the Gods to fix - and into Chara themself. But now that things seemed to have calmed down somewhat...]

Good afternoon Hope.

If I may have a moment of your time, I would like to request something small to be repaired.

[The Locket is still broken. Hopefully it's not considered too much.]

text

[lingeringhope]

What is it that you want fixed?

Voice;

[kingslight]

[Despite urging Noctis to go in his stead to seekout "Hope" and pledge his allegiance, Regis decides to do so as he originally planned. He doesn't trust these alleged deities and he trusts them even less with his son. This is why the old king decides to submit himself to their divine will if only to assist in aiding the others return back to Eos.

So after a brief moment of hesitance on his part, Regis finally speaks. Forgive the old man for his sense of formality here. He's unaccustomed how to address a deity and his anxiety is getting the best of him. Nevertheless when he speaks, Regis actually doesn't give away his nervousness at all. He sounds assured and confident like a king should.]

Hearken unto me, God of Hope. I wish to speak you regarding matters that effect us both but first allow me to stand on ceremony and introduce myself. [He pauses for a brief moment before finding his nerve again.]

I am Regis Lucis Caelum the One-Hundred and Thirteenth of my name, the Former King of Lucis, King of Light and Guardian of the Crystal. I have forged pacts with deities in times past but this will be the first time I've met one of your kind.

[Deities who take the form of mortals? Quite the oddity in Regis' book. Nothing like the Six he knows well.]

At your earliest convenience, I would like to speak with you.

Voice;

[lingeringhope]

[He doesn't have to wait particularly long for a response. Hope tends to keep a close eye on these things, as he's probably the god with the most direct responsibility for the lives of the humans there.]

This is also the first time I have met anyone with those titles. What is it that you want to speak about?

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[avephoenix]

It's hope itself that motivates Faith to make the trek to Hope's temple, an unlit candle in her hands. She seatched the shops for a good few days to find a candle she thought would be suitable, finally settling on one shaped like a slice of veggie pizza (judging by the colors and shapes of the wax). Pizza makes her think of nights in with her friends, so she would say that counts as hopeful, because her friends help her feel like anything's possible.

So she comes in slowly, a bit hesitantly, as if she's expecting to get pushed out by magic or something. (She wouldn't blame him if he did that to her, it's cool.) She places the unlit candle on his altar and gives a look around at the space she'd woken up in a month ago. It looks so much better now.

"Sorry," she says, a shaky smile on her face. Then she pinches the wick and lights it with her fire.

Faith watches the flame flicker, like it can carry her apology further than her voice ever could. After about a minute, if there's no response -- and she's not sure if she should expect one -- she nods and leaves.

[lingeringhope]

While Hope does not appear, and there is no obvious response otherwise, Faith will feel a distinct strengthening of the aura of the temple - that is, the feeling of hope that comes from within it affects her more strongly until she leaves. It's perhaps the closest thing to accepting her apology that Hope is willing to do.

14th March | action

[manofmettle]

[So he's heard from a couple of sources on the kind of person Hope is. But it's always best for him to hear and see for himself, right?

Danse stops at the entranceway, his shadow stretching across the threshold and deep into the temple. This will be the third god he's speaking with; here's hoping (hah!) it goes as well, if not better, than his meeting with Tranquility.

It still feels ridiculous to call out to the four walls though.]

Hope. My name is Danse. I arrived a month ago. If you have the time to spare, I'd like to ask you a few questions.

14th March | action

[lingeringhope]

[Hope doesn't appear immediately, but he does appear. He looks like he'd rather be doing something else - or maybe like he should be doing something else, but has allowed himself to be called away.]

Ask whatever you want. I can't promise to answer.

[edibles]

Uh, hi. I don't know how to do this but I'd like to ask a favour.

[lingeringhope]

What is it that you want?

May 3 | Text

[unitas]

I need paints. [ And she would go to her usual deity of choice but he's still got recovering to do, she bets. ]

[lingeringhope]

Very well. Tell me of the most hopeful time in your life, in detail, and I will give you a small set.

[64th]

I need a favor. I want a computer, but it'll mostly be for Chris. He'll get the most use out of it, and then I can ask him for a favor. He has some instructions on how they work that we can give you. What do you want in exchange?

[lingeringhope]

I know very little about computers, but no doubt I can make something that will perform the tasks he wishes, so long as they aren't too complex. However, it won't be easy. I will need you to inspire hope in six different people.