un: stanford | voice

[cryptograms]

Greetings, Trench! This is Stanford Pines speaking. Many of you I met in Deerington, and others I only met after arriving in Trench.

For those of you I haven't met: I worked as a researcher of all things paranormal and anomalous in my home dimension, and after I arrived in Deerington I used my experience in that field to research and catalogue the events, creatures, history, and metaphysical inner workings of Deerington, the Dream, and its residents.

Now, I wasn't the only person gathering this information. Several other individuals compiled their own documents on the same subjects and made them available to all of Deerington. Several of the authors vanished, however, and the distribution of their works depended on other Sleepers already having their own copies to share.

Which brings me to a proposal I have for the entire town.

[ There's the brief sound of shuffling paper before Ford continues. ]

Assuming no such other project is underway I'd like to begin keeping a publicly accessible archive of information gathered by Sleepers, particularly as it pertains to the Sleepers as a whole, as well as the nature and history of this dimension.

So, I'm looking both for individuals willing to contribute their own research, as well as any ideas as to where this archive could be housed. We may be able to requisition our own wing within the School of Mutter's Archaic Archives, but it may be preferable to select a more neutral location, outside of the immediate influence of any of the Patron Pthumerians.

[ Ford pauses for a moment, clears his throat, and continues. ]

Thank you all for hearing me out. And if you ever encounter anything especially weird, please don't hesitate to contact me!

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[cryptograms]

[ Oh hell yes, this is exactly the sort of thing he was hoping for. But first: ]

Is this subspace something that could persist even if you're no longer present in Trench?

I had considered eventually creating something similar through the use of Darkblood powers but I had concerns about its sustainability in the event of the original architect vanishing.

[brokebitchmountain]

It is something that persists for millennia back home, even when its creator has long since vanished. I assume it would be the same here but I am unfamiliar with the laws of these lands, though I have no reason to doubt that it would not work should I depart.

[ Though he is also a Darkblood so that might work to his advantage. ]

I am also a Darkblood so I assume it will only enhance the powers I normally wield.

[cryptograms]

Perfect! And I suspect you're right. The belief - or in this case, knowledge - that something will work a certain way should help your Darkblood powers amplify the effect.

How easy is it for others access these spaces? And how easy is it to keep someone out in the event of an emergency?

[brokebitchmountain]

It is easily accessible to all those who know of its presence. A domain may also be linked to a specific object wherein one might access it by unlocking it in a specific manner.

If that is what you wish I may be able to enchant a certain object of your choosing to house the domain itself. It is not an uncommon practice and it works well for keeping it on your person.

[cryptograms]

[ This conversation is getting more and more exciting with each new word. ]

Yes, that should be exactly what I need.

What would you like in exchange for this service? I'm a Darkblood myself and experienced in both magic and technology based constructions, so I'm certain we can work something out.

[brokebitchmountain]

You wish to form a contract then? [ Oh no. He used the 'C' word!! ]

I am still finding my footing in this place, having only just arrived. I need not much in terms of sustenance either, as I am not human.

What exactly are you willing to offer in exchange for my services?