the Doctor | 004 | Day 67 | Video

[nevermindtherunning]

[The video clicks on and there's the Doctor, brainy specs in place, sitting in the kitchen of his house. Behind him was the kitchen table, but not useable as various disassembled toasters, radios, and even an oven could be seen on the floor. Parts were everywhere and had looked like a tornado had blown through.

Stacked to one side of the wall were some books, next to his hand was his notebook, full with stuffed papers in it. He looks stern, quiet, serious, perhaps brewing an oncoming storm?]

It's been four days since this curse-thing has been over. I haven't seen Sharon... or Natasha, [There's a pause, because sad enough as it is, he wasn't entirely sure that was her name.] There's significantly less traffic around town, which leads me to guess others are missing too.

This may seem ridiculous that I'm saying this, but don't travel alone, don't be alone, [Ignore the fact that he was currently.], let others know if you're going somewhere. Use the buddy-system if you have to.

[There's a pause as he looks away, licking his lips.] I've been doing research, as most of you are aware, and after running the calculations 3-4 times, my evidence is conclusive. If this is Earth, which I'm not for certain if it is yet or not, I must admit... We're in the northern hemisphere, judging by the weather patterns and the sun's movements in the sky. The winds... Westerlies, marking us at about 30-60 degrees latitude. Of course, this is all based off of if we're on Earth.

This leads me to my next hypothesis, which a couple of you have already thrown out there - bravo! Good for you! - I think we're in a pocket universe. Time doesn't flow linear, it never had, it's all... wibbly-wobbly, of course, but the star charts aren't quite right, which doesn't make sense at all if this is, in fact, Earth. I said Northern hemisphere, but if you look up at the sky, the charts don't match that correctly. It's a blend... I can't locate us due to that. And with so many people coming from other worlds, universes, alternative timelines, it's making this all rather strange. I know very few species capable of this feat, which... [He trails off, not wanting to think who has this kind of power and technology they possess. Enough to rival his own TARDIS, that is for sure.]

There's a chance I can get us out, but it'll take time. If there's any tools, scraps lying about, unused appliances, radios... I'd like to have those, please.



[Private to Fortescue]
You said you wanted to help? Find me all the tools you can.

[Private to Mina]
If you don't mind, may I take your kitchen appliances? Not to be blunt, but it isn't like you need them. But keep the kettle... I like making tea there when I visit you. I'll give you a hot plate.

Comments

[nevermindtherunning]

No, no, I don't discredit that thought! Just... well, it doesn't feel like an alternative reality. I still think more along the lines of a pocket universe. Tighter control, much easier in one.

Well, if we ever do manage to get out of here, you'll have to introduce us! What's your name?

[hexappeal]

My, my! A man of science going by feelings! How strange! [She's just messing around. Probably, anyway.]

I'd be happy to! I'm Zatanna; what is it you like to be called?

[nevermindtherunning]

Ohhh I have lots of feelings! Well, I've been told that... Or politely reminded by Donna. [And by polite it mostly was by either slapping him or a snippy comment.]

I'm the Doctor!

[hexappeal]

So you forget you have them from time-to-time? [That's what she's taking away from this.]

A pleasure to meet you, Doc. [You can hear the grin in her voice.]

[nevermindtherunning]

Oh, nah. They're there all the time, but I just don't choose for it to get in the way of what needs to be done.

[There's a pause.] That's not entirely true either. Bugger.

[hexappeal]

Even the best artist can have a shaky hand sometimes. It's nothing to be ashamed of.

[nevermindtherunning]

[He wasn't so sure about that. If his feelings weren't an issue, perhaps he wouldn't be so broken up with ruining the lives of his friends or even putting them in such danger anyways. But now wasn't the time nor place to bring that up.]

Mm, I suppose so. [A sharp inhale of breath.] Anyhow, I don't suppose you have anything you're not currently using or willing to give up, do you?

[hexappeal]

[Maybe another time. She's pretty receptive to this sort of thing.]

I haven't been here long enough to really amass a collection of such things. And I'm afraid that I have no technology on my person. But if you ask nicely, I'll give you my bow tie for a bit.

[nevermindtherunning]

[That earned a raised eyebrow and a laugh.] Well, if my tie turns up missing or ruined, I'll take you up on that offer.

[He wasn't sure if he was ready for that sort of style change, despite the roughed-up nature of his suit.]

the reference to eleven was actually completely unintentional

[hexappeal]

It's a nice one, too. Very expensive, very dapper, even.

Keep me in mind.

hahaha, riiight :p It made me laugh regardless

[nevermindtherunning]

I sure will Miss Zantanna! Most definitely.

it's either that or the top hat and it's too nice to share :<

[hexappeal]

Just Zatanna is fine.

Zee, if you play your cards right.

Sharing is caring, though!

[nevermindtherunning]

Ah, well, I am good at cards... [He really shouldn't be increasing his ego. Most definitely shouldn't.]

she was home schooled, she never learned how.

[hexappeal]

You got a deck lying around? Because I'd like to challenge that. [When she says that, there may be the distinct feeling that he's getting in over his head... but that might just be the wind, right?]

[nevermindtherunning]

[He looks around himself.] Hmmmm... I think I have one. I'm pretty sure there would be one somewhere.

I'll find one for us and then we'll see who is victor!

[hexappeal]

I'll be waiting with bated breath, then.

I hope it's a kitschy pack. [She seems completely not threatened by this.]