first shot → video → day 103

[sagittae]

[ It's fairly early when Allison poses her question to the network. Not obnoxiously so, just a little earlier than most would expect a teenager to be up of her own accord. She's already been for a run and there's a little evidence to show as much. She's just a little puffed, breathing returning to it's normal rate, and the clothes she's scavenged from the house aren't an ideal fit, but they're still closer to gym gear than the dress she'd arrived in (thanks scientists). Her hair is piled up in a loose bun on the top of her head, cheeks still just a little flushed, and she's only just at the door. She really should go inside and get herself sorted first, but network etiquette 101 is escaping her right now - and besides, the question is important.

There's a friendly smile at least, and for a moment she just eyes the feed a little, unsure of how to start. Finally it comes with a light clear of her throat and a sheepish look at the device on her wrist. ]

So I really hope this thing is working, or I'm going to look like an idiot. [ She laughs, a little awkward, and moves to sit down on the porch. The video jerks in response to the movement, but settles again once she does. ] I just have a quick question, nothing too taxing I promise.

[ She glances away for a second, a little stuck for how to pose the question without sounding like she's up to something, but finally just decides to bite the bullet. Everyone needs to defend themselves, right? That sea monster sure proved that. ]

I'm looking for a bow. Mine got...left behind, I guess, and I'd just- I'd feel a lot more comfortable if I had one. If anyone knows where there might be something like that around town or...God, even if you know how to make one, I'd really appreciate the pointers.

[ She pauses again, all awkward awkward Allison, and she's about to add something else.

Unfortunately at that point, the feed cuts out. Or perhaps fortunately, for the people listening. At that rate, they were going to be there all day. ]

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[intelligently]

People hunt.

[ Surprisingly, perhaps, Lydia is also up. Sure, she's always gotten up early for her strict beauty regime (okay, it's not that excessive) but this is different. This is 'Lydia Martin did not exactly sleep last night' extreme.

There's a tiredness in her voice, and definitely in her face which is why the video isn't on. She looks terrible, more afraid, worried and freaked out than anything, and it all leaks into her words. She's not certain (even though she knows people hunt) and she doesn't know how to ask for help ]

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[sagittae]

[ She would be happy about that response - if they're hunting then they must be something around here for her to work with, right? - except for the part where Lydia sounds far from okay. And with that scream yesterday morning...well, to say Allison isn't on High Martin Alert would be highly stupid. ]

That's good to know. [ She makes the comment half heartedly, distracted, and adds in a softer voice complete with a warm - if worried - smile. ] Hey...Lyd. You okay?

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[hung_garian]

You look like an idiot anyway.

[Well, hey, he can't be nice to everyone.

Or even anyone.]

And bows are easy. You get a bit of ribbon, you make two bunny ears, Bugs runs around the tree and jumps in the pit - or possibly the trap - and hey presto, you're all done. I think that's about as easy as I can make it, but if you need any of the big words explained, I'm happy to help.

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[sagittae]

[ Well, if that isn't charming. Allison is just going to ignore the first part of that response and focus on the - well, the equally frustrating and condescending second half. There's a moment of zen breathing, and then she fiddles around until she's replying to him with a smile on her face, completely forced but still there at least. ]

Sorry, you must have misunderstood. [ Or intentionally missed her point, but that's neither here nor there. ] I'm an archer. I don't want to get rusty just because I've been kidnapped for a social experiment in God knows where.

[ ....Something like that, anyway. ]

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[lightgunhustler]

I'm assuming you mean for archery, right?

[Jo quirks a knowing smile at the girl on the other end of the feed. She hadn't clarified, but given the context, it's safe to assume. She's already looking bright-eyed and wide awake, having been an early riser ever since she was a kid. A necessity, when you helped run the family business.]

I can help you make one, if we get the materials. Might be able to make due with some fishing line for a bowstring if we're creative. There's plenty of that around. Shaping the arc shouldn't be too hard.

I wouldn't mind having one around, myself. I used to shoot.

[Now it's all shotguns for her, but she'll never forget the bow and arrow set her dad gave her when she was still in pigtails. Spent hours out back, shooting at targets, with every intention of growing up to follow in his footsteps.]

[Video]

[sagittae]

Assuming right. [ Allison quirks a half smile of her own, a little less 'bright and sunny disposition' and a little more of a genuine, if a little wry. She's grateful though, seriously. It's nice to have a helpful and not antagonistic response - looking at you Gabriel. ]

You think so? I never got around to learning how to make one - I know it's not rocket science, but the help would be appreciated. [ More than Jo probably realises and a lot more than Allison is willing to let on. She feels naked without a bow available to her here, and getting that back would be a huge step in making her feel more comfortable here. There are people she needs to be able to protect, after all. ]

You did? Competitive or more casually?

[Action] (If that's okay!)

[animator]

[Anita, on the other hand, is not quite as much of a morning person as Allison seems to be. There's some indistinct grumbling going on under her breath as she ambles out of her room, rubbing at one eye with the heel of her hand with every intention of shuffling towards their kitchen when she hears Allison's voice from outside. She takes a detour, heading over to peek out through the window before opening the door itself, stifling a yawn as she folds her arms and leans against the doorframe wearing nothing more than an oversized teeshirt. Given her height, however, it might as well be a dress.]

You're up bright and early. Everything okay?

[Action] of course!

[sagittae]

[ Her head jerks around at the sound of a voice, and she smiles vaguely as she gets up from her place on the porch way. It's a little strange to be sharing a house with someone other than her dad, let alone a near stranger, but everything about this place is strange. This ranks pretty low on the grand scheme of things in terms of weirdness, and besides - the more eyes the better. ]

Sorry, did I wake you? [ The time isn't anything unusual for Allison, she's been running at this time for quite a while now, but it hadn't actually occurred to her that it might be a problem for someone else living with her. She gives Anita a quick apologetic smile, rubbing a hand over the back of her neck. ] Just thought I'd make use of this thing, ask a couple of questions.

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[venatical]

[ Dean has one, but it's not really his. It was Kenzi's, and when she disappeared, Dean took it and has been using it here and there, but he prefers guns and knives to shooting the thing. It's not going to be easy to convince him to part with it unless he gets to know the person a little, honestly, and even if that might seem silly... no, it isn't silly at all. It was Kenzi's. Dean holds onto his memories where he can. ]

Please tell me you know how to work one of those things, and you're not just looking for a way to pass the time. You can shoot your eye out, you know. Or someone else's eye.

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[sagittae]

[ She can appreciate the sentiment, which is why beyond a briefly raised eyebrow she doesn't take all that much offence to Dean's response. After all, she wouldn't want someone running around with a weapon and without proper training either. Allison gives a wry smile, shaking her head before she responds. ]

Scout's honour. I...know my way around a bow and arrow, trust me. [ Not that her word means all that much here and she knows it, so after a brief moment of thought she adds. ] This is...kind of what I did back home. If you need a demonstration before handing weapons over, I won't hold it against you.

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[greatatboats]

[ That is one way to get the attention of Clint Barton. Bows and arrows man. You might as well have taken your top off, Allison. Clint is basically all ears and eyes now. He's so excited he's practically shaking. A lot of the folks here are all about guns and he's not exactly packing that heat now. He's just as good with a gun as with a bow, but he prefers the control he gets with a bow. It's better.

He flips his video on and holds up the bow by his bed. Next is the quiver he has full of arrows from home and the ones he's made since being here. ] I can help. Can give you pointers too. Names Clint.

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[sagittae]

[ There's certainly one way for Clint to become close to the most important person who's responded to this little request, and that is showing that bow and quiver full of arrows. Like a moth to a flame, Allison barely even hesitates before she responds. She's kind of grinning a little too, though at least she's trying to suppress it. Don't want to come off too eager, right? ]

Clint? I'm Allison. I'd...well. [ She gives a little sheepish laugh, shrugging her shoulders. ] I'd just about sell my left kidney for some of those pointers.

[ Because really, she knows a serious set up when she sees one, and Clint's gear isn't some 'shooting range on the weekend' type. That's professional. ]

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[plagiary]

Feeling like a little Robin Hood drama? [ The man in the feed smiles at her, but it's a little too amused. ] Unfortunately none of the members of our little group are particularly flush. There's no real reason to rob any of us.

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[sagittae]

Yeah? Guess I better find another way of giving to the poor then. [ The humour is actually appreciated - at least, when it's joking and not just condescending comments like some of the other residents of the little town - and Allison can't help but return the slightly amused smile. ] Nothing quite so interesting as that, no. I don't look good in green.

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[aucella]

[Did someone say bow?]

I could help you make one if you like...

I have a compound bow but I've learned how to do upkeep on handmade ones.

[Granted it was a forced crash course but she still managed to make things work.]

If you like, I could trade you my compound for something of equal value until you can manage to make your own or I could help you make one before you'd need to use another one.

[Yeah she's...anxious to be helpful.]

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[sagittae]

You have a compound bow?

[ Oh God, let her love you, seriously. A handmade something or other is one thing, she'll take it over nothing in a heartbeat, but she's well aware that it won't be the same. Nothing can compare to professional craftmanship, and even if she's more of a recurve kind of girl - she won't look a gift horse in the mouth. ]

I don't have any weaponry with me. [ Well, one, but she's keeping that to herself for now. Who would suspect the seventeen year old of carrying a knife? ] I was looking to hunt, I can give you some of anything I catch?

[ Help, Allison isn't used to bartering. ]

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[bostonhowler]

[The werewolf answers, not knowing who she is. Derek, tell her.]

There's a few books in the library about making them. Unless someone else has them.

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[sagittae]

[ Don't listen to Derek's nasty, nasty tales Brigid. She's changed! ]

The library, huh? [ She actually smiles a little at that, nodding quickly. ] Didn't even think to check. Thank you, ...?

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[justrunsasaloon]

You manage to make a couple, I'll take one off your hands.

[She hasn't got time to make one. Stupid things to do.]

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[sagittae]

Yeah? [ And she's all for that considering she's actually found someone who can show her a few things, but she hesitates for a second. It's hardly what she's used to, but there's a marked lack of currency around here. It's not ideal, but she has to work with something, and right about now that's all she has. ]

...What can you give me in return?

[ Ugh. It feels underhanded and wrong just saying it, but needs must. Allison can hunt, once she gets her hands on that bow, but beyond that she's out of luck. She's clueless when it comes to anything touching on farming, but people have to be getting food around here somehow, right? ]

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[happytobleed]

I might be able to help you make one.

[ He understands the theory behind it and he has more strength than any humans, so it shouldn't be difficult. ]

What do you need it for?

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[sagittae]

Practice. [ Protection.

She'll leave that one unsaid though, for now. At least until she's tested the waters a little, got a feel for the kind of people she's here with. ]

I used to compete, I don't want to get rusty.

[ Which would be an embarrassing set of priorities honestly, if Allison wasn't holding her cards so close to the chest. ]

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[packpapa]

[ He doesn't intend to respond, at first, because it's Allison, of course it is, and he's still not quite over the whole thing where she shot at him and his pack. ]

Even if I knew where to find one, I'm not sure I'd exactly be in a hurry to tell you.

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[sagittae]

[ To be fair, if she knew he didn't remember anything since her coming back to Beacon Hills after the summer she'd probably be a little more sympathetic. Actually, a lot more, but as it is she just gives him a flat look. ]

I get it, okay? You're still mad, that's fine. [ She drags her teeth over her lip lightly, looking away for a moment before sighing. ] But I think we can both agree that everyone around here is going to be better off if I'm armed.

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[intraining]

Last I checked, you just had to tie one. You know - bunny rabbit through the hole?

[ yeah okay, charlie's trying really hard to make a funny here. cheesy grin and all. though it drops after a second because she was never really good at that kinda thing. ]

Sorry. I don't have one, though. Legolas would be so disappointed with me. Can you shoot one?

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[sagittae]

[ If Allison had a drum set she'd rim shot just for that. As it is she doesn't though, and has to settle for a raised eyebrow and an incredulous look, followed by a small chuckle.

...Okay so it's a little funny, if cheesy as hell. That's okay, she's hardly turning down cheesy right now. She's not turning down anything that can lighten her mood a little. ]

Yeah, I guess. [ Guess meaning 'near flawlessly', of course. ] I don't suppose you know how to use one too?