[network] @ASolomons; text, morning of 374 [open]

[devoutish]

As we move into the newly discovered area, please be aware that my associates and I are nearby and have many useful items available for trade and in some cases available for free. Many things will be of interest to doctors and explorers especially. Contact privately for more information and to arrange a meet up. Thank you.

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@jemesouviens; text; private

[jmencalisse]

What kind of weapons do you have?

@ASolomons; text; private

[devoutish]

That depends on how creative you are. Proper weapons aren't common here.

[Improvised weapons, on the other hand...]

[jmencalisse]

So I've heard. What I would not give for my gun.

[Having his empty holster as a reminder doesn't help.]

Anything not sharp? To hit with?

[... He doesn't remember the word blunt.]

[devoutish]

Would a bat do?

[jmencalisse]

Depends on the bat.

[He has seen the sorry state some of the wood here is in.]

Is it strong?

[devoutish]

[Alfie sends over a picture of a baseball bat. It looks to be in decent shape - a little ragged, but no rotting.]

[jmencalisse]

[He studies the picture the best he can. It's... well, it's very Norfinbury-ish.]

What do you want for it?

[devoutish]

What have you got?

[jmencalisse]

I can offer you chewing gum or a jumping rope. Have a belt, too. The leather is sturdy and in good shape. Buckle has sharp endings and can make holes.

[devoutish]

I'll trade you the bat for the belt and the rope.

[jmencalisse]

You drive a hard bargain.

Got at least some cigarettes you can throw in?

[devoutish]

The bat, the belt, and one cigarette.

[jmencalisse]

God dammit.

Fine.

[devoutish]

Very good. Where are you, mate?

[jmencalisse]

The bunker. Have to get back inside because it's fucking freezing but I wanted to charge the tablet.

You said you guys are nearby?

[devoutish]

Yes, we'll be arriving at the entrance tonight. Come meet us.

[jmencalisse]

Who's with you?

[devoutish]

Royce Melborne. Do you know him?

[jmencalisse]

Think so. Is he the one who got all pissy at me about getting voted off the island?

[devoutish]

That's the one.

[jmencalisse]

Fine with me.

We had a nice little chat in the dungeon.

[devoutish]

We'll give you a ring when we arrive. The tablets still work in the entrance building, yes?

[jmencalisse]

I think so, yes. I did not pay much attention to it until I realized what is happening to the thing.

[devoutish]

Very good. We'll see you soon, mate.