WEEK TWO - Trial

[al2955]

the pygmalion. . . ONLINE CAPTAIN'S LOG: WEEK (2)

saturday TRIAL DAY ONE (38) survivors At 9 AM, a klaxon alarm begins blaring in every area of the ship. The alarm will continue to go off until everyone has gathered in the conference room. Should anyone be running late or avoiding the trial for whatever reason, a robot guide will appear wherever they are and gently but firmly escort them into the room. Once all the living players are present, the conference room doors will lock shut; anyone who wishes to leave for whatever reason will need to ask AL-2955 or one of the robots. Anyone leaving for non-investigative purposes, such as bathroom breaks, will be accompanied by a robot escort. The large round table in the center of the conference room has been set up to help the trial run as smoothly as possible. Three holographic screens hover above the center hollow of the table, visible from every angle. The first screen displays the pictures and profiles of the suspects and victim; the second displays the autopsy report; the third displays a blank word processor. Each of the chairs comes equipped with a virtual keyboard which can be used to type information directly into the third screen, such as theories and updated information; they can also be set into privacy mode, which will transfer whatever notes someone writes directly into their datapad instead of on screen. There's also a tablet function for those who wish to draw charts or pictures on screen. The keyboards will detect the DNA of whoever's using them and record who's typed what - simply press an area of text and the name of whoever wrote it will pop up. The area to the right of the table has been temporarily sectioned off with a glass partition and sliding door for hygienic issues. Inside, the victim's body has been laid out on a metal autopsy table, covered by a plastic sheet. Above it is a holographic screen that displays a close-up color photograph of the body when it was found. A hand sanitizer dispenser has been considerately attached to the wall nearby for anyone getting up close and personal to the body. To the left of the conference table is a display case. Any evidence found during the investigation will be carefully collected by the robots at some point the previous day and placed here before the trial starts. Beneath each piece of evidence is a small tablet where players can type up information, such as a short description or where it was found. There are also empty areas left over for any evidence that may be found during the trial. The shelf at the very bottom of the case has been reserved for an extra rulebook in case anyone needs it. Food will be served throughout the day by the robots, who will take individual orders whenever you're feeling hungry. The trial will end at 9:00 PM, at which point all players will have been expected to cast their vote.

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Host

[al2955]

[Once all the players have gathered in the conference room, the statue in the alcove in the back of the room chimes gently. Holographic water begins pouring out of the jug the statue is carrying, forming the shimmering image of a vaguely feminine figure made out of liquid.]

Greetings, participants. As always, thank you for participating in this week's trial. By now, you should all be familiar with how the proceedings will go. Should you need anything, simply request it of one of the robots.

Additionally, I must remind everyone that voting is mandatory. I was lenient on those who abstained last trial, as I understand that organic minds often require time to process information and have very limited memory capacity. However, there will be no more free passes from here on out. Should anyone abstain from a vote again, they will be terminated with extreme prejudice.

I am present at all times during this period. You may ask me anything.

Good luck.

[The holographic image will remain throughout the trial. You're free to ask her whatever you want, though whether she'll answer is a different question entirely.]

[jackhole]

Hey, Ass Lice. You made a mistake.

[ he's got a BONE TO PICK, lady. ]

[al2955]

Please address me using the proper title, Rhys. I believe that the majority vote for my new designation was 'Alice'.

[toprotecttheworld]

Just think of it as an affectionate nickname, Anal Lice.

[jessie is pg, she can't say ass]

Because you did make a mistake! There's no way Elizabeth would murder anyone!

[isodope]

[He shakes his head.]

Shouldn't rush to assumptions just because you like someone.

[toprotecttheworld]

And you shouldn't assume I care what someone I've never spoken to before has to say. Elizabeth is innocent!

[jackhole]

[ ugh ]

Okay, Alice. You made a mistake. Fiona didn't do anything so, uh, get her off the suspect list? Put someone else up.

[hatslinger]

Knock it off, Rhys. I can handle it myself.

[ god just let her be a suspect rhys she's a big girl!! (the oldest one too.. she's gently sobbing on the inside) ]

[al2955]

Very well, Rhys. I shall put someone else up as you requested.

[blondophile]

Am I correct in assuming an obvious bias in which almost all of our suspects are young ladies? This is concerning.

[al2955]

That would be inaccurate, Carta Issue. According to my files, 30 years is considered as middle-aged among humans.

[blondophile]

I would advise you to not mention that particular assumption around human women, in particular.

[antietam]

Excuse me. Is it possible to see a log of who checked out the tablets on Thursday and Friday? Since their handprints are kept. [ Look he's gotta try. ]

[al2955]

All tablets have a record on them listing the last person to check them out.

[tacklefordwhimsy]

Oh! Then let's find out who checked out the tablet Dave found in the Office!

[A possible lead, that is great!]

[deformity]

[ Okay, THIS TIME FOR SURE. Allen is so determined to do something for the deceased. ]

Excuse me, Alice? After the trial, may I have Becket's dogtags?

[al2955]

Provided you do not commit any indecent acts with them, that can be accommodated.

[deformity]

I won't, promise!

[ Have a blinding beam. ]

Thank you, miss.

[chiseler]

Hey, Alice. You take requests from us don't you? Think we can maybe get a record of what's made its way on this ship at people's request? [Look it doesn't hurt to ask.]

[al2955]

That is within my parameters, though that information is irrelevant to this week's trial.

[breakshot]

I have a request.

We'd like to examine the footprints left at the scene of the crime. Would it be possible for you to provide us a pair of shoes that matches the ones left behind?

[al2955]

I cannot. You will need to find a matching pair on your own.

[breakshot]

So even just a similar pair is out of the question? Are you serious.

[ ugh. he's on his way to being an angry camper again, as evident by the twitching and the ever-growing incensed tone in his voice. ]

Ugh. All right, fine. Next question: can you at least tell us the specifications of both the universal access card and the cloaking device? How many times can they be used? While we're at it, how long can they be used for? Is answering any of those within your parameters?

[al2955]

You have plenty of shoes available to you at your leisure.

Yes, answering those questions would be within my parameter. [and then silence. that is what you asked her, after all.]

Re: Host

[tacklefordwhimsy]

Excuse me! Alice! Would you tell us when did you give the culprit the tool they chose to aid in Raleigh's murder?

[She is asking in her most cheerful and 'I'm not planning anything' voice. You wouldn't deny an answer to Shelley, riiiiight?]