first channel - [v i d e o]

[missleadingquestions]

So, I guess we're kind of stuck here, huh?

[Maya's sitting in the apartment she was assigned to, cross-legged on the bed.]

It's not so bad. But, uh, I kind of need a favour--

if anyone ever sees a lawyer with spiky hair like this-- [She mimes a mimic of Phoenix's spikes]-- or a little girl with clothes like mine, let me know, okay?

They're basically my bro and sis.

[She moves as if to end the transmission before remembering--]

Oh! Right! I'm Maya Fey.

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[missleadingquestions]

U-urk--

[Well, she...]

I don't... know if I can do it here. I mean, there's not anyone who's dead here, right? Not who anyone knows...

[gingerzippo]

There can't be people here if there aren't any graveyards. People die all the time. What makes this place any different?

Or are you a hack?

[missleadingquestions]

I have to know who I'm channelling or it won't work! I can't just channel a spirit without a focus!

[gingerzippo]

Oh, sure. And I've got a talking chicken infestation in my apartment bathroom. [He's got one arm akimbo, and he's certainly unconvinced.]

Look, sister, you don't need to make up stories to get attention around here. Even so, ghosts might not be the best conversation topic if you're looking for a hug or a handshake. Ever try channeling a teddy bear?

[missleadingquestions]

You're pretty rude, huh?

I'm not lying. I could prove it if my sister was here.

[gingerzippo]

Am I rude, or am I honest? [Raising a finger. There is an important distinction between those two--or at least he thinks so.]

Well, until then, I got no grounds to believe you! I guess we're both gonna have to wait till your sister's kidnapped to this place too.

[missleadingquestions]

Rude! I'm not a liar.

[POUT.]

I don't have to prove it, anyway. I know I'm not lying.

[gingerzippo]

Whatever you say, kiddo. Maybe some people will think it's cute? [Shrug!]

Anyway, good luck finding your sister and your spiky guy.

[missleadingquestions]

[HMPH.]

Thanks, I guess.