Chapter 63; Video/Filtered Video from the Homestuck Cast

[tentacletrainer]

Three years ago today I was kicked out of my mother's house into a frozen wasteland, expected to travel on my own with nothing but the most annoying animal to keep me company.

[There's an almost listless sigh to accompany the narrative. The screen is taken up by the sight of the ocean in the late afternoon. If the voice wasn't a give away, it likely isn't hard to guess who is broadcasting this.]

I'm really grateful that whatever brings people here decided to bring me. These have been the best three years of my life, I'm fairly certain. The friends I've made, the relationships I've formed, the bonds with the Pokemon I've acquired...all my adventures and the memories I've made.

I want to sincerely thank everyone here for having me. And tell you all that I'm glad you're here with me, even if we haven't met. Because I'm sure our paths will cross eventually.

[Filter to the Homestucks]

It's been forever since I've done a filter like this. I just wanted you all to know how happy I am to have you guys here with me. Partly because I truly value your companionship, and partly because I'm just...glad you're out of the shit that our life was back home. Thank you for being my friend.

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[gardentrainer]

I didn't really mind what was happening back at home. I was about to meet everyone and we were gonna finally beat the session. [Ever the optimist.] I'm glad I can see everyone though. I missed being able to talk to you and Dave! It was nice on the battleship, but it was a little sad that I didn't have my friends.

You don't have to say thank you! I'm happy to be your friend.

I'm happy everyone else is happy!

[tentacletrainer]

As long as you were enjoying yourself. I for one do not miss the meteor in the slightest.

[gardentrainer]

I'm glad to be off the battleship. It got a little boring with the same people. I mean I loved it, but I really missed you and Dave!

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[timelymaid]

I'm happy to be here, too!

[ She...didn't entirely mind the last bits of her life (and was determined that staying alive would be a Thing) but it would be a lie to say Aradia didn't like being somewhere outside of time, to a degree. It's...interesting, even if it was unsettling once upon a time.

Johto (and Kanto) are peaceful in their way, and she can do whatever she likes. No one dictates that. ]

And to have all of you here. I'm still sorry I never really bothered to speak to any of you back during the game.

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[tentacletrainer]

We're speaking now, right? I think that matters more to me, personally.

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[timelymaid]

You're right!! That is rather more important than the past. I'm glad the present versions of ourselves speak!

[ Speaking of which. ]

What were you and John going to do after your cruise...? I'm over in Pewter again.

[ SHE'S NEVER LEAVING PEWTER. ]

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[tentacletrainer]

[Aradia...Aradia you need to leave Pewter eventually...]

As am I, and we'll be traveling to Mt. Moon! Why am I not surprised to hear that. Do you think you'll be settling down there? It sort of sounds like you are already leaving there, after all.

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[timelymaid]

[ VICIOUS LIES. She can stay here forever. Except on holidays when she will consent to come back to Ecruteak. PEWTER LIFE. ]

Well, maybe! I do have enough to buy a house, now that I think of it. I still have to finish the rest of my badges in Kanto, but...

[ ...but she has no one to kick her into gear here and make her leave Pewter, where she is so content to just go on fossil hunts every day or to the museum or what have you. ]

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[tentacletrainer]

[Oh Aradia.]

You still haven't finished that? With all the time you spend in Pewter?

[She chuckles, shaking her head a little.]

Though I guess I can't talk. I do have a badge I still need to get. I don't suppose you'd mind if we dropped in to visit then, would you?

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[lieutenantantichrist]

The thing about you kids is I can never figure out when you're being sarcastic.

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[tentacletrainer]

[Rose laughs, smiling warmly at his comment.]

You'll get used to it. Where do you think I am being sarcastic?

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[lieutenantantichrist]

[Steve's ears prick up when she hears a girl's laugh. The little Snubbull climbs up and hangs over Blake's shoulder to wave hello.

Blake's gotten pretty good at ignoring that.]

The part where you're happy to be here.

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[tentacletrainer]

I'm not sure if that's because it's unbelievable or not, but I assure you that I really am happy to be here. My homeworld isn't the best place to live in my opinion so...

[She happily waves back.]

Hello there!

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[lieutenantantichrist]

Hell. Whose is? If there's anybody who came here from the planet of sunshine and lollipops, I haven't met 'em yet.

[Steve yaps, excited at the attention. Blake winces.]

You gotta do that right in my damn ear?

[She yaps once again for yes.]

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[tentacletrainer]

Fair enough. Still, my happiness is genuine. As is the fact that I am grateful to have met you and have you as my guardian.

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[kringlefuck]

_{[ yooo, look who is on video today! ]}

Aw, that's awfully nice of you to mention, Miss Rose!
I do hope you and I can have some invigorating chatter again.

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[tentacletrainer]

[It's so good to see you, Jake. Actually see you.]

I am merely speaking the truth, and I would enjoy that very much. How are you settling in, Jake? How is traveling around? And how have you been?

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[kringlefuck]

It's been top-notch traveling with my friends, I dare say.
And the fact I've been able to meet plenty of new people. It's intimidating to talk to them all, but everybody has been very nice!

Though.. I do sort of miss my island— but, haha, deary me. I was missing my island before I got here.

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[tentacletrainer]

Hmm...You know, I bet you would like Cinnabar Island. And don't be intimidated, Jake. I'm sure everyone will love you. Or already do, for those who have met you!

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[kringlefuck]

_{[ oh an island! You've piqued his interest. ]}

What's it like? Other than the fact it's an island?

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[ghostytrainer]

[John has been there for most of Rose's recording, standing a ways behind her with a stupid grin on his face while he waits for her to finish before approaching.]

And here you call me a sap.

[For real, Rose, you're not allowed to call him cheesy, corny, sappy, or any other such variation after that. He needs some wine to go with all the cheese you just gave him.]

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[tentacletrainer]

I never said I was not one myself.

[She's plenty allowed to call him all of those things. Because he's allowed to call her such things in return.]

Besides, that is all completely true. And there is nothing wrong with admitting it. I don't think there's a single place I could be that I'd be happier.

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[ghostytrainer]

Touché on all counts.

[John chuckles, wrapping an arm around Rose's waist and pulling her close.]

And for the record, I am truly happy to have you here with me too.

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[tentacletrainer]

[An arm of her own goes around his shoulders and she kisses his temple.]

Good. I'm glad to hear that. I'd be a little upset if you weren't, to be honest!

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[ghostytrainer]

Hehe. So what's on the agenda for today?

[Lightbulb.]

Oh, right! And here's to another year. [He leans up and presses a kiss to her cheek. Since, you know, he just said like two weeks ago that they were going to do this. Again.]

[For the third time.]