[Open, Major Event] 12 June 2066

[geistnet]

Over the course of the last week, you'll have likely noticed the buzz and excitement that's been building all around Metro Manila -- if you've been around awhile, you know what time of the year it is. If you're new: well, this is an experience you're sure to enjoy.

The festive mood surrounding Philippine Independence Day is hard to miss. Wander around the metropolis and you'll note that the streets are filled with tourists and locals; turn one corner and you'll see parades, turn another and you may be treated to performances set up on strategically placed stages.

As for Falner, the colors of the Philippine flag seem to be everywhere you look: the kids who live or study at the estate are mostly running around with their faces painted. If you wander down towards the Fair Grounds in the South District, there are a couple of booths set up offering anything from body paint and temporary tattoos to local delicacies. West District establishments The King's Rest and Liquidated also have special treats aligned with the theme of the day. There's also talk about the annual street party which will be held over at the Baywalk later this evening, and the younger initiates are abuzz over the yearly light show held over Manila Bay that showcase reenactments of all the major battles all the way up to the Darkest Vigil.

Independence Day is also not all that's being celebrated, because for Keepers of the Vigil and supernatural communities all over the world, today marks the second anniversary of Arcis Fortress City.

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Comments

[interceptive]

I do, actually! Taskforce Valkyrie is the compact that I'd like to join once I've graduated from the ASC Program.

[ Does she look excited? Yep. ]

[bladeweaver]

[Hearing people want to join TFV gives him goosebumps. The good kind. So many good people in there now; Brigade, Josh, Josh's mom, J, all the others...

He extends his hand for shaking.]

Something tells me you're headed for really good things. I hope to see you up there then, Segan. Maybe you'll even be part of my crew.

[Only the best of the best get to be part of Stormwatch oversight ship crews, Miss Brooke. He hopes you're up for the challenge, but honestly? He kinda doesn't doubt that you'll make a name for yourself someday.]

[interceptive]

[ Oh man. ;; ]

It would be a great honor to serve with one of the War Hounds, sir.

[ Or any of the members of the three blades. Or with their kids.

#facehandingbecausesoldierfeelings ]

[bladeweaver]

[He waves an airy hand at that.]

Pshaw, honor would be all mine, kid.

[He then perks up.]

Anyway, gotta run, I think I spotted Josh, work hard, okay? Bye, Segan!

[He then vanishes. Next thing you hear is his voice coming down from the rafters of the Shatterdome.

Third of the War Hounds, indeed.]