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[You know, it's not everyday that you get a calm, handsome blond man with a winning smile on your screens. Then again, it's not every day that you wake up in a new world sans memories, save for your first name.

But anyway, despite being lost, he doesn't seem to be panicked at first glance. Indeed, he even seems somewhat relaxed, though there's a tension in his body that isn't readily apparent at a glance.]

Pleased to meet you. My name, from what little I can remember, is Barnaby. I'd appreciate it if anyone can direct me towards where I'm supposed to stay, as I seem to be lost.

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[Meanwhile, he wanders around, checking out his surroundings and committing notable locations to memory (oh, irony). There's time to work on his memory problems and figure out the place where he's supposed to stay later, right now he needs to get a feel for this unfamiliar new place--Sirocco, apparently.

Feel free to bump into him, as he'll be too distracted to actually notice you until it's too late.]

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Oh, I can try to help. Where are you?

Thank you for your help. I'm at the park right now, where should we meet?

Oh, you're at the park? That's right across the street from the apartment building where we're all staying. See if you can find --

[The sound of a car alarm going off obscures the name of the street to the viewers.]

It's across that street from the park.

Again, thank you, I appreciate your help. I'll meet you there.

[And so he walks on over, committing the path from the park to the apartment building to memory. It's an hour or so before he sees the Ermis Suites, having gone slowly in order to better familiarize himself with the path.]

[Shirou is standing out in front of the Ermis Suites. He appears to be waving, so that Barnaby may spot him more quickly.]

[And he does, noticing the young man waving in front of the building. He walks on over, putting on his best smile.]

Thank you very much, again. You already know my name, but I'm afraid I don't have the pleasure of knowing who helped me.

No problem. And it's Shirou. Shirou Emiya.

[It's the first time he's referred to himself as such here, and he's not totally sure, since it's just the name of the man who adopted him. But something about it feels natural.]

It's nice to meet you, Shirou.

[He looks up at the Ermis Suites.]

So this is where we're staying? I have to admit, I expected a little more out of it.

It's nice to meet you, too.

It's not much, but it's comfortable enough. I guess they didn't want to spend too much money since there's no way of telling for sure just how many people are going to show up here. I mean, they're giving us a monthly stipend and free shelter. It could be worse, right?

True.

[Monthly stipend, free shelter...]

Are there any jobs around?

Yeah, there are all sorts of jobs. Just look in the want ads in the newspaper and you'll find dozens.

*Did you say bump into? Because that's totally what Kotetsu just did now. Welp.*

Yeow! Sorry, didn't see you there.

[Ow!]

That's fine, I'm all right. Be more careful next time, though, old man.

[...wait, old man? Why did he even call him that?]

*What. WHAT. What the HELL.*

O-old man?! The hell kind of a thing is that to call a guy right when you meet him?! Do I look like I've got gray hair?!

It just slipped out, actually, though you do seem like one.

[Even sans memories, apparently he can still troll when he feels like it.]

Oh. OH. So you just go and call someone the first insulting thing that comes to mind, huh?! What the hell kind of attitude is that?! I mean, what if I thought you looked like... like...

*He's not sure WHY this pops into his head, but it does.*

...like a BUNNY, or something?! You think it's a great idea to just say, "Oh, hi there little bunny" right off the bat?!

*Let's ignore the irony here.*

[Twitch. Why does that sound so familiar...]

I don't, but you're a special case.

[No, he won't explain why.]

Oh, so now I'm SPECIAL, huh? I feel real honored to get such a WONDERFUL name applied to me! You know what? I'm gonna give you something special too! You're gonna be "Lil' Bunny" now! How do you like THAT, huh?!

*Kotetsu is clearly only as old as his shoe size.*

My name is not Bunny, it's Barnaby!

[...how did that one fly out of his mouth...]

*Ohhhhh, that is a glorious reaction.*

Bunny, Barnaby, same difference. Just remember, you started it with the "Old Man" crap!

[Palom is always too distracted to notice anyone. Laughing as he runs down the street, he'll keep his gaze on the little toy car that's zipping along beside him. Batteries were neat.

Palom will run into Barnaby's leg as the toy car zips between his feet.]

Augh! Owww....

Wha--

[He stumbles backward somewhat with a cry, then quickly composes himself again.]

[Palom rubs at his face a little.]

Hey! My car!

[Has smashed into a wall. Palom's face falls.]

...You broke it!

I didn't. However, I will pay for it.

[...somehow.]

[Ignoring rationality is something little kids are expert at. Palom's face continues to fall.]

That's the first toy I ever had! I traded all my candy for it!

[Yuri's fond of strolling in the park, when not at work or studying. Now he's cutting through it on his way home from the law firm where he's been working. He's a bit preoccupied himself; he has a number of things on his mind. When he bumps into Barnaby accidentally (or maybe it's Barnaby who bumps into him), he drops some of the papers he's carrying.] Ah, excuse me.

[Oof, that hurt.]

I apologize, I didn't see you.

Oh, that's quite all right. Merely an accident. [He bends to pick up the fallen papers.] No harm done.

[Keith-- well, just Keith, officer in training, is walking his beat. Which today happens to be in the vicinity of the park. Oh, he thinks you're lost, and that you're going to walk right into him. Which you do. But he catches you, so it's not really much of a bump. Officer Keith smiles.]

Hello, are you lost? I'm Officer-- Keith. Can I help you?

[Well, that was unexpected.]

Ah, yes. I can't find my way to the apartment where I'm supposed to stay. [Actually he's...just walking around to familiarize himself with the place.]

I'm sure I can help-- but I don't know your name.

Do you have neighbors, or any friends who live nearby to your apartment?

I'm Barnaby. And, as far as I know, no. I've only just arrived.

It's nice to meet you, Barnaby. [A manly handshake is offered.]

Most people I've met here who aren't native to the city are like me and don't remember very much about themselves-- it sounds like you're one of us.

Hey, you probably live in my building! That's great, I'll be able to help you for sure.
[Keith smiles broadly, looking every inch the friendly officer of the law that he is.]

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so so late! if you're over it, no sweat. [action]

KEITH. PFFFFT. NEVER LATE.

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