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meadowlark2019-02-12 10:48 am
saviorexe) wrote in meadowlark2019-02-12 10:48 am
@markus.manfred
As some of you may already know, discussion has been taking place in regards to moving to a new safehouse; I understand that this isn’t a small endeavor, yet it’s something that should be seriously considered in the wake of all that’s happened. And while losing a multitude of Morningstar contacts is a detriment in its own right, it makes sense to view this as a new opportunity for the displaced. To become autonomous, self-sufficient, and able to move in whatever direction we deem as best for ourselves and those who would join us in the future. To finally be able to rely on our chosen initiatives, instead of depending on the generosity of an outside group with their own causes, objectives, and priorities to tend to.
This wouldn’t be a complete severance from Morningstar. Gaby, El, and a few others will still be willing to assist us when they can, and what previous resources left behind in the city will be available for us to use. It would be more akin to a partnership, with the understanding to give aid to the other when reasonably needed. Quid pro quo.
I’m not here to make these decisions for us, only to open the floor to discussion and to provide information so we can decide if and how we want to proceed. El’s given us a shortlist of unoccupied sites that are best suited for setting up a new safehouse. I’ve summarized them very briefly.
[Each location comes coupled with an address to denote where in the city it’s located, for those who may be interested in checking out each site in person.]
All of these locations have an underground space which would house the core of the safehouse. What exists above is not only a front, but will have to act as a means of financially sustaining ourselves to keep supplies stocked, facilities running, and to afford basic upkeep. Which means that we’d be running a business on top of everything else, and should consider which will be the most viable as venture; which also means that we’ll need capital to get started, several people willing to devote their time and energy to this project, and reliable individuals who can work as actual employees once things are up and running.
Needless to say, I’m willing to commit the time and effort necessary to see it through to the end. But this is a large project that won’t get off the ground unless we compile resources and ideas together — and the earlier, the better.
[Please discuss!!]
((OOC; This is an open post for everyone to discuss matters about the future safehouse! Markus won’t necessarily be responding to each tag-in.))
This wouldn’t be a complete severance from Morningstar. Gaby, El, and a few others will still be willing to assist us when they can, and what previous resources left behind in the city will be available for us to use. It would be more akin to a partnership, with the understanding to give aid to the other when reasonably needed. Quid pro quo.
I’m not here to make these decisions for us, only to open the floor to discussion and to provide information so we can decide if and how we want to proceed. El’s given us a shortlist of unoccupied sites that are best suited for setting up a new safehouse. I’ve summarized them very briefly.
[Each location comes coupled with an address to denote where in the city it’s located, for those who may be interested in checking out each site in person.]
SPORTS BAR — Long abandoned and located near the sports stadium. The amount of foot traffic in this area means that it’d be easy enough to come and go without issue, and without turning too many heads. But this comes with the expected downsides of somewhere busy — more people means more variables, more eyes, more chances to be compromised if we’re not careful. HOVERBIKE SHOP — A more isolated site in a run-down neighborhood. Here, it would be easier to escape scrutiny as an individual coming and going. A larger group of the same faces might have more difficulty, and would have to fabricate a very convincing reason to do so. There are also the nearby squatters to account for, who would likely be reasonably curious about us no matter how we proceed. COFFEE SHOP — Located in the financial district. Several business have tried to start up here over the years, but none have stuck. Considerations would include: history dictating that this is a difficult location to keep running financially, a higher-profile spot but with vacillating foot traffic reliant on normal workday hours, and if the many neighboring businesses would be a concern.
All of these locations have an underground space which would house the core of the safehouse. What exists above is not only a front, but will have to act as a means of financially sustaining ourselves to keep supplies stocked, facilities running, and to afford basic upkeep. Which means that we’d be running a business on top of everything else, and should consider which will be the most viable as venture; which also means that we’ll need capital to get started, several people willing to devote their time and energy to this project, and reliable individuals who can work as actual employees once things are up and running.
Needless to say, I’m willing to commit the time and effort necessary to see it through to the end. But this is a large project that won’t get off the ground unless we compile resources and ideas together — and the earlier, the better.
[Please discuss!!]
((OOC; This is an open post for everyone to discuss matters about the future safehouse! Markus won’t necessarily be responding to each tag-in.))
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[ which is where the issue lies. do they have enough engineers to make a garage viable while still allowing those staff enough time to actually work real jobs and afford to live without hurting their profit margins so much as to push them under?
he's not convinced. ]
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Do you think that'll be a big concern?
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They'll be able to set you up with something relevant to your expertise so you should at least be able to jump into a decent job, but I'd recommend making fast friends so you can share a place.
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But is it really that easy to get a job? We'll get an ID and a job, just like that?
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[ he's not the person to ask about... jobs... in general. nobody look at his employment status. but - ]
Given your particular experience and the nature of this world, you should be fine.
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I don't know, everyone keeps saying there was some big A.I. uprising that has everyone spooked. Do you know any more about that?
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Getting a job in my field would definitely get me more answers. You're right about that.
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Have you met many people who share an interest or experience in your field here? There are a few people around who'll have better answers than I do.
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So far, just a couple. But I won't say no to any referrals!
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[ point being that however related they are, absolutely nothing of value seems to be all he has to offer on this particular question, much as he'd like to be more useful.
also, brief interlude while he checks to make sure if the people he'd recommend are amongst the people she's spoken to— ah. ]
Looks like you're in touch with my recommendations, Leo Fitz and Markus. I'll keep an eye out for anyone else.
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Okay, thanks!
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yikes @ me. ]
Sorry. Not my field either.
[ haha... that was a joke, does it count ]
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Honestly, not really mine, either. Thanks for the info!
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Anytime.