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The Brothers of Forculus
Herald Kevin Massey
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Rita Mordio Massey::THE PEOPLE'S MEDIA:: - Rita Vlogs
"Hey there! Thank you for spending a little of your day with me. Another big thank-you to Veyra Voss for being there when I needed it most. Today's special chat is a little more serious than burgers and pop music, so get comfy. There's something on my mind."
WHAT TO ENJOY
- Monday plans with Zelda at Ruophaco Administration Center.
- My honest thoughts on the Onslaught Arena.
"I've been trying to find a cheerful way to talk about the King's new arena. I can't. Every time I see those grand plans, I remember Tarydium.
I was part of Operation Tarydium. I saw a tunnel ten kilometres long, dug in secret beneath a moon's ice. It was enormous. But what stays with me is the condition of the people we helped rescue.
Twenty thousand men, women and children. They had been abducted during the chaos of the Thargoid War and forced into a death game. I remember how exhausted and frightened they looked. Seeing children among them is something I still struggle to talk about.
So when people tell me how exciting Onslaught sounds, please understand why I need a moment. Those people are the first thing I think of.
Yes, I know the new arena will use telepresence robots. I know the spectators will have a powerful shield protecting them. I'm glad people can play without putting their own bodies in the fighting. That matters. I still want to know why this became the King's next priority.
Since Varkus Delray stole the Prismatic Palace from Duke Corwin Ryan, our rightful leader, there always seems to be another extravagant thing he simply must have. This time it's a giant arena. Everyone else is expected to sort out the cost because His Majesty got excited.
I keep thinking about the owners whose businesses were demolished, and the people who worked there. They deserve answers about compensation, suitable jobs and somewhere to rebuild. Future ticket sales won't pay their bills today.
And then there's Evermore. The civil war is still happening. King Delray keeps pushing to eradicate Evermore Nation, and people have to live with the consequences of that. I can't watch him spend so eagerly on his own entertainment without wondering how much suffering he could help end if he showed the same enthusiasm for peace.
I love games. You know I do! I'd love to see families enjoying themselves somewhere safe. I also want a leader who takes an interrupted livelihood or a frightened child as seriously as his next grand project.
During Tarydium, we helped bring people home. I wish their stories had inspired this much enthusiasm for looking after them.
When Zelda and I visit Ruophaco Administration Center on Monday afternoon, I want to ask how the people affected by this development are being supported. New shops sound lovely. I want to know whether the people who lost their old ones can afford to be there.
Thank you for listening, sweethearts. Please be kind to each other in the comments. I know this is difficult, especially for anyone who has lived through something like it. Sending you all a little love. See you Monday."
