text, un: bowtiesaresupercool

[mmiab]

Hello, everyone.

[ a little wave from a man who's smiling happily enough - a bit subdued, perhaps, but that's to be expected given the subject matter. ]

It's been a tough month, eh? I just wanted to say a huge well done to those of you who fought for a cure - it's extraordinary that you were able to create one in the time you did from entirely foreign components. I'm glad that our hosts are recognising the effort.

Everyone else, well done to you, too. Whatever you were doing, this has been a stressful situation and you made it out the other side, and that's worth a pat on the back if you ask me.

[ patron... ising??? it doesn't look like he's trying to be, voice soft and warm and earnest. what's visible of the background seems to be cool, stark metal: a glimpse of a glass window bathed in a glow of light coming from within. the ship. stasis chamber. ]

Off the back of that, if anyone fancies, I'll be offering free hugs for the rest of the month. Courtesy of me, while stocks last. Just give me a ring, I'll come and find you.

—Yeah, that's it. ... See you, then.

[ and, with a tiny salute, he's out. ]

Comments

video; un: eproghuefgdzptrrw

[vorrutyer]

Ooh, I'd like one.

1/2 (not here)

[mmiab]

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[mmiab]

Well, luckily for you, you're my first customer.

video | un: princess.mipha

[fisherwife]

[She's not sure how to respond for a long moment; there's something still a little...sad about him.] Thank you for your kind words. I'm glad I was able to help find a cure, for everyone's sake.

[A pause and she adds gently:] Are you offering hugs because you're in need of one as well?

[mmiab]

—Ah. [ ah. a... laugh. ] Am I that transparent? Oops.

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[priorly]

You should come back down. Free hugs are a thing just now.

[mmiab]

Really? And here I thought I being original.

video (id: blacksquadron)

[xwings]

I think we could all use a few hugs.

[ to celebrate. or because of the losses they've suffered, personally and collectively. poe recognises that spot on the station. ]

[mmiab]

I'm glad you agree. [ there's an unspoken thanks in there, left hanging in the nod he gives, an extra quirk to his smile. ] Nothing a good hug can't fix, at least while it's happening.

voice » un: killjoy

[motivation]

And what's a hug supposed to do?

[ almost a genuine question, even if it's sardonically drawled. ]

[mmiab]

What's a hug supposed to do? What can't a hug do is the better question. Answer of course being that there are a lot of things a hug can't do, but what they can do is give you a little lift. Safe things, hugs. A bit of comfort.

text | un: stormsend

[bruxisms]

DO YOU TAKE US FOR CHILDREN? WHAT GOOD CAN A HUG DO?

[ forgive the capslock. it is just how he types. he really isn't that angry. more... confused as to the inane request. ]

[mmiab]

NO I DO NOT TAKE YOU FOR CHILDREN (UNLESS YOU ARE A CHILD IN WHICH CASE YES I DO.) A HUG CAN DO A LOT OF GOOD ESPECIALLY IF YOU ARE FEELING DOWN AND IN NEED OF SUPPORT

[ you're welcome, capslocker, he's got u ]

voice | un: carter

[revlon]

[ Her tone is polite, but tempered with just a touch of warmth. It's the fact that she can pinpoint him being with the pods. ]

Some of us were taught not to accept hugs from strangers, you know.

voice

[mmiab]

Probably wise, good parenting that. Doesn't mean you can't, of course, if you're a good judge of character.

video | un: BishopRunout

[poolhall_killer]

[He doesn't expect to find such a warm post on their network. It kind of makes the former assassin smile.]

Your offer is much appreciated, but I must ask, were you charging for hugs before?

[That's not what he meant, Venom...]

[mmiab]

Maybe. Could've done, anyway, mine are very good.

text, un: clubroughly

[cacoethical]

do you usually charge for hugs or are you trying to ask for one without looking like youre asking for one???????? if the latter let me know how that goes may add it to my own repertoire 🤔🤔🤔🤔

actually if the former still let me know how that goes could use the money

[mmiab]

this is a very sad text

do you need a hug?

text; un: ironborn

[reek]

How is that meant to help anything?

[ He's literally not been hugged in years....hahaha....ha... ]

[mmiab]

What, a hug? 2 - 30 seconds of companionship and comfort can do a world of wonders

VIDEO | un: diana

[wondie]

What a considerate gesture. I believe there are quite a few that may benefit from a gift of affection. You are a courteous soul.

If I spot you around Wyver, I will certainly take you up on your offer.

[mmiab]

Oh, it's nothing. Just a little public service.

I'll keep an eye out for you, then, Diana. Putting your name on my to hug list.

[ nothing quite like throwing a username out into the world with total confidence because it's probably your name ]

voice | UN: Inquisitor

[heraldsdawn]

[ Tough is putting it mildly honestly. Emotionally draining feels more like the correct term here.

Still, he can't help but let out a chuckle to the offer of a hug. ]

I think I'll pass but you're offer is noted. Still, joke or not I'm sure there are a few who could use such a thing.

So long as there is no dark intent behind it.

[mmiab]

Ah yes, ill-intended hugs. I've had a conversation in knife hugs already today, so I can understand the concern. But no, entirely innocent, I promise you.

video | un: m.murdock

[ghettobatman]

I think some kind of comfort food would go over better.

But yeah, I'd say we're all in need of a hug or five.

[it's kind of charming, though]

[mmiab]

Or seven. Or ten.

But that's not a bad plan either, actually. Unfortunately I'm not much of a cook. [ both a lie and Not A Lie. ]

text, un: Yousoro★

[ayes]

awwww thats really nice of you!
I bet there are a ton of people who could really use it

[mmiab]

So do i. been a bit of a rough one and there's nothing a good hug can't fix

[ at least for the duration of the hug ]

text / un: chocobro

[punshots]

so wait a second
you're just offering free hugs?
for any reason at all?


dude
that's super cool of you!
a little weird
but super cool!

[mmiab]

yes!! any reason at all, anywhen, anywhere

That's it, that's my tag line
you've summed me up perfectly

audio, un: Linneus

[inaurare]

Free hugs...?

[that has him amused, a little hint of mirth carrying through in his voice]

I wasn't aware they were something usually charged-for...

[mmiab]

Depends where you come from, I suppose. And how good the hugs are.

un: KISS

[kissintime]

dude no offense but
just OFFERING to hug like any rando?
super fucking weird
ur not a freak or anything right??

[mmiab]

None taken!!
Depends who you ask and what your definition is really