[When the change hit, Ryudamon was relieved at first. For almost an hour, anyway. Ishimaru didn't say a word- and he was completely conscious, with other people around, without a book in his hands! It was peaceful, yes, but it didn't take long for the silence to become eerie, downright disturbing when he wouldn't answer when spoken to.

Time to take drastic measures. The screen switches on to show a distanced view of Ishimaru glaring directly into it, sitting on his bed. Ryudamon steps in from the side, gesturing at him.]

Everyone, this is my partner, Ishimaru. He's not like this. Something happened, I think. He's doing nothing. I mean, I thought he'd have to take a break from training and studying and everything sometime, but... look.

[He turns and waves.] Hey, good morning. [A pause.] Two plus two is five?  [Still nothing. He faces the screen again with a tired look. It takes him a while to admit defeat, so they've been through this numerous times.]

What do I do about him? I don't know what to do.

[Finally, Ishimaru opens his mouth and responds in a quiet, flat tone.]

No shit, Sherlock.

[Today is Hibiki's first actual broadcast on the network, seeing as how the last one made from this number was by his Floramon. He has his hood up, although not quite covering his eyes the way it sometimes does. The rabbit ears are visible, though. He's sitting on a couch with Floramon sitting next to him, sipping something out of a mug.]

Flora says this network is for other chosen children only, so, hello! My name is Hibiki Kuze. Please treat me kindly.

[He nods his head politely, and Floramon rolls her eyes.]

You don't have to be so formal, master. Aren't you asking them to help you shop for women's clothing?

[Hibiki frowns at her.]

It's not women's clothing.

Yes, yes, it's just 'a more popular aesthetic with girls', whatever you say, Hibiki.

[Hibiki frowns at his partner for another moment before turning back to the camera.]

What she means to say is that I'm into street fashion, and I was wondering if anyone knows any good stores that are still open? I know this is Tokyo, but I've been having trouble finding anything. Let me know.

[He leans forward to turn off the camera.]

[ The feed opens to Kazu looking a little awkward. Like he looks like he's excited to ask something but at the same time he also feels like it's a stupid question and he should totally just bail out now before he embarrasses himself. Luckily Psychemon has got this covered. ]

Kazu wants to know if anyone around here knows how to skate too and if you wanna go skating with him sometime!

Psyche I was just gonna- urg. Well, yeah, any skaters around here? And you know, I mean even if you don't I can show you how if you're interested or something. I found a shop that sells normal inlines and stuff at the mall too so...

What he means is he's lonely and he wants to skate with his friends again instead of just alone!

You're really no help at all Psyche...

[ He sighs and fiddles with his cap. ]

But uh, yeah! If you're interested or something just give me a call... or I'll be at the mall this afternoon anyways.. there are some nice rails and stuff outside...

[ He trails off a little awkwardly before shaking his head and flipping the D-Terminal off. ]

[Well, being more powerless than what he's been for a while sucks tremendously. Not like that's visible by looking at the transmission! The screen shows a teenage boy, perhaps a little skinny and pale for his years, a miniature fox in his arms and a smile upon his lips. Obviously, his partner, being nocturnal and all, is just about tuckered out from all of the excitement of her first day. It's sort of endearing actually. Perhaps the only reason he's carrying her along back to the apartment block he's been situated, perhaps not.]

...Say. What do all of you do for entertainment here? Other than saving the (digital) world, of course. Call me curious. Also, if a place to eat can be recommended, It'd be much appreciated since I'm pretty new at all this.

private video call to RISE KUJIKAWA

[Except it's not actually private at all because he forgot to set the filter WHOOPS.

He's smirking up a storm as he holds up his right arm, which is currently in a sling. He almost looks proud about it (and maybe he kinda is).]

Hey, babe, looks like I got sent to the hospital anyway. I'm back at my place now, but if you're still up for it, you could come by later. I'd love to see you in that nurse outfit... and I could really use some good ole fashioned tender loving care right now.

actual private text to KALDUR'AHM

Looks like Rob's gone, too. Guess it's just you and me now.

[The video shoots on suddenly, showing what appears to be a very upset woman. Judging by how the feed bobs up and down and the even more obvious moving scenery, it looks like she's walking around the city while she glares into that feed.

This can only go well.]

Okay, I wanna know who the fraggin' genius was who--

Hey! That is not what we said we were using the D-Terminal for!

[She's cut off by a child-like voice, its friendly tone a huge contrast in comparison to her much more stern one.]

You have to be nice. Here, I'll teach you how! Lemme see that.

You better not--

[But it's too late, the device is snatched from her hands and put in front of a much more happier face. The big, blue eyes of Tapirmon seem to sparkle with delight as he addresses everyone in the city.]

Hi everybody! I'm Tapirmon!

[Seriously, he sounds like he's five.]

My, um, partner needs help. Help with being...um, I know the word... "organic".

[He beams at his ability to remember Arcee's plight. That is, her struggles with suddenly being human. There's no easy way to say it, she's not really sure what to do. ...And it's not like small tapir monsters can help her out.]

Just so we're clear, this thing is not my partner.

[Might as well throw that in. Anyone want it? She can't seem to shake it it.]

T-This is so much to take in, isn't it?

[In the apartment of F2 004, there is a young lady in a fancy outfit sitting in the living room. She is looking a bit worried and confused, but she's trying her best to stay as calm as she can. In her lap, there is Dorumon, which is really a purple fuzzy dragon with a fox tail, as she is fiddling with the D-Terminal.]

Elizabeth, you started a video feed.

Oh! I did? I can talk to other people with this, right? Like a telephone?

Something like that, but you can see the people you are talking to rather than just hearing their voice. Only if they also started a video.

I see. Should we introduce ourselves to everyone?

If you want.

Okay! Hello, everyone! I'm Elizabeth, as my... "partner" mentioned already. This is Dorumon! He's a little strange, but he's a little cute, isn't he?

[Well, that got a small growl out of him. If she wasn't his partner, he would've lash out a bite or something.]

Calling me "cute" is unnecessary!

Well, I think you are cute! Some of the others that I have seen are cuter though, but it's okay! Also, Dorumon, is it possible that I can use this to contact home?

Pretty sure your world doesn't have a D-Terminal, so no.

It's not my fault everything is so... advanced here! I'm really not used to it yet! [She pouts a little while Dorumon just sighs.]

You have so much to learn if you want to get back home.

Well... As to everyone else, I hope we can all get along while we are here! It's important to make connections, as some say.

[ The feed opens to a very determined looking Psychemon.  Because you see his partner is in trouble! And he's decided he need to find some help. ]

Hi! My partner Kazu needs medical attention.  Is there anyone around who knows first-

PSYCHEMON!  What are you doing?!

[ The sound of frantic foot steps can be heard and a few seconds later part of Kazu's legs can be seen on the screen. ]

You fell in the river so I'm getting you medical assistance.

I'm just wet, not hurt!

But you were flailing around like crazy...

That's... before I realized I could stand up in it.

[ Dammit.  Kazu had counted his lucky stars that no one had been around to see that particular wipeout (he momentarily forgot that he couldn't quite clear distances that far for the moment).  He knew Psychemon probably meant well.. but geez.  With a sigh he gently pried his D-Terminal from Psychemon's paws.  Now that his face is visible on the screen he clearly is quite wet. ]

Look, sorry.  I'm okay really.

[ Ahahaha... this was awkward.  Should he keep talking? Should he just disconnect here. ]

So uh, hey.  How's everyone getting along and stuff?

[ God he was just so lame sometimes. ]