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03: [Video, and I apologize for him]

[Hello, Prospero! This is a very disapproving and irritated Edgeworth with a display shelf full of various polearms behind him.]

In light of the results of a certain recent expedition, the general quality of the armaments I've observed among those who favor those that aren't firearms, and the length of the case thus far, I've been forced to conclude that either your collective observational skills could be reproduced by someone wearing headphones and a blindfold or your collective problem-solving skills are on par with those of cartoon villains.

As it seems that I must do your work for you, I spent today seeking out an arms dealer. As it only took me this long to discover this "Felix's Finds" which serves as the closest thing available, I would imagine that it would take someone unused to investigation roughly a week. Given that the kidnappings began in late June and no small number of us contend with murderous beings of an improbable nature on a regular basis, that the existence of this collector's shop isn't common knowledge begs explanation -- even should that explanation prove to further undermine my faith in humanity.

I unfortunately feel it necessary to clarify that he cannot afford to be open about his efforts to cater to our needs, and that his understanding of the situation is limited at best. As such, discretion is necessary in our dealings with him.

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I brought a weapon with me. I brought two, actually. In case I lost one.

[OH HEY IT'S THAT KID WHO STARTED THIS WHOLE MESS.]

What were you thinking?! Did the ability of everyone present to defend themselves even cross your mind, or did you believe that numbers alone would provide safety?!

Actually, I didn't think that many people would want to come.

[He grins.]

But everyone seemed to be pretty excited about it.

Did... did the idea of perhaps taking applications and testing the asserted qualifications of all comers not occur to you given that you were specifically going to a dangerous place and had your choice of who to bring?

[He chuckles a little. This guy sounds like Rose.]

Wouldn't it be weird to do that? Most of the people who came along were older than me.

[Seriously, could kids make adults fill out applications or take tests? Wasn't it usually the other way around?]

[Not too different a color, even! Just redder and darker.]

My adoptive sister became a prosecutor in Germany at roughly your age. To merely interview applicants for a job would be far less unusual.

Wow, you can get a job like that when you're only thirteen? I didn't even think that was possible!

[He wonders now if Rose is secretly a licensed psychiatrist.... She certainly acts like one.]

Your sister must be a genius!

While she is quite intelligent, if it weren't for her father's reputation and influence, it might not have been possible for her to take up the bar at such an age. Her single-mindedness can also be cited as a contributing factor.

However, the point I was attempting to make is that your age is no excuse for failing to perform the far simpler task of making sure that those not qualified for such a dangerous expedition were kept out of it.

But... do I really have the right to decide what other people can and can't handle?

If you intend to lead others into risky situations, it is your responsibility to ensure that the risks are minimized.

hehehe

[Sheepish laugh.]

Honestly, I was originally planning to go in alone. But then I thought maybe someone else might be curious about what's down there. We have to explore that place eventually, right?

I didn't think so many people would want to come though....

Alone?! And you only...

...Egbert, was it not? Are you out of your mind?! Delusions of invincibility only lead one into disaster! Furthermore, while quick wits and snap decisions can serve one well on the tactical level, strategy is a matter of planning, prediction, and discretion!

[Edgeworth finally takes a breath, calms down, and clears his throat.] ...My point being that you should have taken the time to learn more before storming the castle, as it were. For example, many Shadows roam the streets during the Dark Hour; you could have taken the time to see how strong they were before launching yourself into a den of stronger ones still.

[Wow. This guy sounds a LOT like Rose. What with all the logic and stuff. But he also seems pretty upset, and John finally has the sense to look apologetic.]

Soo..... you're saying I should practice against the shadows outside the dungeon first? And not drag other people into it?

Sure, I can do that. I mean, I really wasn't trying to cause trouble, honest.

[He just hadn't thought anyone would care...]

[Edgeworth seems mollified now, at least.]

To go entirely alone into a situation even as dangerous as battling Shadows in the streets would be inadvisable. After all, should you come to harm, someone should be there to assist you. For the purpose of practice, one assistant should suffice, preferably one who has already manifested a Persona and is capable of defending themselves.

I hope that you've learned from this experience.

So I should find a partner.....

[Hmmm, there's a few people he could ask.]

So what level do you think we need to reach before we hit the dungeon again?

Once the Shadows outside of the dungeon pose little threat to your team outside of an ambush or similarly advantageous situation and each of you is capable of summoning your Persona, yours and another similarly strong team could go on a joint scouting mission to assess the strength of what's in the dungeon. Once your intelligence-gathering is complete, you could then formulate a larger assault team based on your assessment of how strong the Shadows within are and what assortment of skills would be necessary to deal with the threat they entail.

Slow and steady, huh? That's not really the way I'm used to doing things, but I guess taking the slow road might be safer.

Indeed. The intervening time should allow the efforts to organize combat training to bear fruit as well.

Combat training? You're gonna teach people how to fight?

What?!

Erm, no, I haven't any combat skills at all; if anything, I may become a student should it prove necessary. However, my effort to bring this shop to others' attention has set in motion efforts by others to organize lessons.

Oh....

I guess that's a pretty good idea. I kind of had to teach myself how to fight. I figured it out pretty quick, but my friend Dave had learned from his Bro, and he's way better than me.

What forced you to make such a fateful decision?

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Re: [Video] Really. I stalk your threads so very much. ^____^;

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