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museicalmarty) wrote2009-06-06 06:43 pm
museicalmarty) wrote2009-06-06 06:43 pm
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E-Mail Message: Marty to Doc
To: julesverneflux@nexus.com
From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Hey Doc!
Found myself with some free time, so I scooted over to the Nexus and found out how to work that "e-mail" stuff you told me about. This internet thing looks completely awesome. I can't wait for Hill Valley to catch up.
I'm doing all right back home. I'm living in the back of the Darkness Falls bar -- the owner, Roger, gives me a room and meals in exchange for me helping out around the place. It's not a bad gig, I guess. Still really miss home, but -- I still have no idea what to do. I've asked some of the Changeling customers, and half of them never even knew their fetches. The others say that -- confronting them didn't work too well. And the last thing I want is anybody getting hurt. . . .
I guess I can't complain overall. I've got a roof over my head and food provided, which was more than I had when I first arrived. I just -- really miss my old life. And my guitar. I gotta see about getting some money, buying a new one. . . .
Anyway, how are things in Chicago? Still crazy?
Marty
From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Hey Doc!
Found myself with some free time, so I scooted over to the Nexus and found out how to work that "e-mail" stuff you told me about. This internet thing looks completely awesome. I can't wait for Hill Valley to catch up.
I'm doing all right back home. I'm living in the back of the Darkness Falls bar -- the owner, Roger, gives me a room and meals in exchange for me helping out around the place. It's not a bad gig, I guess. Still really miss home, but -- I still have no idea what to do. I've asked some of the Changeling customers, and half of them never even knew their fetches. The others say that -- confronting them didn't work too well. And the last thing I want is anybody getting hurt. . . .
I guess I can't complain overall. I've got a roof over my head and food provided, which was more than I had when I first arrived. I just -- really miss my old life. And my guitar. I gotta see about getting some money, buying a new one. . . .
Anyway, how are things in Chicago? Still crazy?
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Hi Marty!
Isn't it though? The concept's been around for a while, but it appears the 90s really refined it for general use. I've grown to like it quite a lot, even though I don't get much chance to go on computers. I agree, our homeworld does need to catch up sooner rather than later.
I'm glad you're safe and okay at the moment. Though I know it must be tough, what with that other you and other me running around. I'm sure you'll figure something out, though. Keep me posted of all future developments, all right?
Crazier than usual, I'm afraid. The CLF had a protest march a couple of days ago. It turned into a major riot, and there were quite a few serious injuries. Trust me, I don't think you want to know the details. (Not that I know all of them -- I only heard this on the news.)
I've been keeping to the basement for the most part, though I've taken to sneaking into the lobby for fresh air every once in a while. It keeps me from feeling like the walls are closing in on me. Still attempting work on my time machine -- I've been raiding every spare nook and cranny I can for parts. It's very slow going, though -- the time circuit display panel prototype is barely started. I can't wait until these people are dealt with and I can go back to buying things from actual hardware stores.
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Really? When did you first hear about? At home, I mean, not in the Alternate Reality of Doom.
Yeah, I will. I did watch them some more last week. Other me and other you are -- well, I hate to say it, but Andrew and Carlos did a pretty good job. They act like us. Which I suppose is a good thing, since I've heard some fetches go cuckoo and start killing people. I'll take Mr. Normal here any day.
Riot?! Sheesh, these guys are mental! And I'm sorry you're stuck in a basement again. That must really suck, especially if your projects aren't going well. I'll keep my fingers crossed these idiots get stopped soon.
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Actually, I think it was shortly before I was captured. The military was using it. Can't tell you about the evolution from there, honestly.
I see. Here's hoping other me and other you stay normal. I'd hate to think our friends and families were stuck with defective versions of ourselves.
"Mental" is an understatement. We're all hoping that someone gives them what's coming to them. And thanks -- I suppose it's not SO bad. The basement is huge, and I've lived here for a year now. . . . But then again, before I could freely go outside. These days. . .it's not the basement so much as being STUCK in one, I guess. But I'm holding up. Which is good, because if I wasn't, my newfound weather powers would probably be going haywire.
On a more pleasant subject, your birthday's coming up soon. Want to meet in the Nexus and find some cake?
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Weird.
Yeah, though I guess in a way they've already GOT defective versions of us. So long as they don't start killing anybody, though, I think I can handle it.
Oh, yeah, that would be bad, wouldn't it? Jesus, Doc, I hope you get another chance to get out soon.
Uh -- unless it's suddenly changed to early December, no it isn't. (Though I'm still in favor of going to find cake.)
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
And if they do start killing people -- a) tell me, b) do whatever you can to make them stop.
Trust me, Marty, I know that. I inadvertently put a punching bag into a wall a while ago out of stress. Apparently "angry" or "scared" equals "high winds." Since the last thing I want to do is wipe the Conrad off the map with a tornado, I've been doing my best to keep my stress levels low.
. . . Right, you're behind me, aren't you? It's December 1985 there? Because it's June 6th, 2009 here.
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Will do. Roger and Fred will help me with that, I know.
Holy SHIT. You really think
Yeah, stress levels low, Doc. Keep 'em that way. How are your other friends in there doing?
December 6th, 1985 here. It feels a lot longer than just a month. It's weird we're so off. But hey, if it's gonna be my birthday soon for you, I'm up for cake.
Hey, are you in Chicago right now? How are you getting these?
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Good.
Yeah, I actually think I could do that. I've been using the techniques Revan taught me to keep calm, and occasionally I go punch the punching bag some more. Though I'm sure not to accidentally let loose with anything too major. Also, once in a while I create a little thunderstorm in my bathtub -- it really does seem to help.
I -- don't really know. I haven't seen any of them in forever. I really ought find out how Farley and Gladys are at the very least, they live in the same damn hotel.
I see. But yes, cake is always good. Think of this way, you'll get to celebrate your birthday twice a year now.
Yes -- my PINpoint has a messaging function linked to my e-mail. Doesn't yours?
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
. . . Dude, if you can, get some pictures of the minithunderstorm. That sounds really awesome. Glad to hear you're not going out of your mind, either.
Talking to people is good, Doc. Don't hide in your room all the time.
Good point! That would be awesome. And it might make up for not getting to spend Christmas with my family this year.
No, mine just basically takes me here and back. Then again, I've got the really cheap model. Where'd you get yours?
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Heh, I'll try. I should still have that cheap camera I picked up in the hotel gift shop around here somewhere.
Yes, I know. I swear I haven't been hiding in my room. I've talked to people, just not them in particular.
There was a basket full of them when I first arrived in the Nexus, with all sorts of models.
Where are you in the Nexus?
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Seriously, I'd love to see it. Your powers are pretty freaking cool.
Okay then, so long as you aren't turning into a hermit. I hope you catch up with them soon.
Huh, I didn't see one of those. I got mine from a weird vending machine, thanks to Metody. Came in one of those cheap plastic bubbles they use for those quarter toys.
At a computer -- I'm near the sign. Why, you coming over?
Marty
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From: julesverneflux@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
I'll do my best to get a picture. Just have to find the camera. (And they're only cool when they're not soaking me in bed or causing me to punch things through walls.)
Me too. I'll let you know how it goes.
Oh, I see. Nice to Metody to help you out like that.
Yeah, I've got an idea. I'll meet you there in about five minutes.
Doc
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From: wannaberockstar@nexus.com
Subject: RE: Hey, Finally Figured This Out
Point. Here's to keeping that shit under control.
Yeah, Metody's cool. Though he comes from an awfully weird planet.
Okay, see you then.
Marty
"Live-Action"
Re: "Live-Action"
He accepts the PINpoint and does his best to absorb Doc's explanation. "Awesome," he grins once they're all set. "These things are the best. Though what do I do with my old one?" He holds up the little basic PINpoint already strapped to his wrist. He doesn't really want to chuck it.
Re: "Live-Action"
"Keep that as a spare," he says firmly. "Just in case this one decides to malfunction on you. Strap it to one of your belt loops or something." Doc examines Marty's basic model. "I think I might get one of those myself, for backup purposes. I've been meaning to acquire a spare for a while now."
Re: "Live-Action"
"The vending machines were thataway -- Mets got mine for a quarter," Marty says, pointing in the appropriate direction. "And hey, mind sticking around for a bit and showing me how this Google thing works?"
Re: "Live-Action"
"Thanks," Doc says, starting to head in that direction. "And sure, just give me a minute to get my backup. I could use some more time out of the basement." He spends a quarter to get his miniPINpoint, then he and Marty are off to explore the internet in all it's wonderful and terrible glory.