3rd Freedom Ring | Visual

[hamburgerhero]

[Compared to his last network announcement America looks much healthier and far happier. He's sitting in his apartment as he speaks over the video feed. His pet goldfish are in a fish bowl behind him.]

I want to send out a thank you to everyone who supported me during my time in the hospital. I was released after recovery and questioning on a good note though it seems the reason for my collapse had nothing to do with Saeng Seong. I have been assured that Canada and the others were returned home safely. AHAHAHA! [Eye twitch. Yeah he still has his suspicions.]

[He clears his throat.] But on to another topic that I feel needs addressing...

Tell me I'm not the only one here who noticed that the closest thing they have to burgers in this world are sad pieces of flavored tofu between pieces of bread. All the beef you ever see is served as steak- hey I love my T-bone but really there are no true American hamburgers here.

I intend to change that! [He puffs out his chest.]

Starting today I'll be looking into locations and suppliers to start a gourmet burger joint here in the city. For all my fellow Americans, I hope to provide you with a little taste of home, and for the rest of you a taste of awesome!

Eventually I'll need employees, and I'm extending an invitation first to my fellow visitors to consider working for me. If you're interested let me know what your experience and skills are.

I'm sure this burger joint will be a great opportunity for us to meet the locals and find out more about them and their city. [This is followed by a very obvious wink wink nudge nudge.]

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[video]

[littlewhitelies]

"I-I'm sorry you were so sick!"

[Oh, does she feel awful for being so wrapped up in her own Halloween plans; someone can expect to find a vase full of flowers outside their doorstep once this call is over.

And while she's not exactly an American, M'gann is technically a temporary citizen of the United States (while dodging all the red tape, as well) and has acquired a definite taste for the foods there. So when she gets that apology out, she's right back to being bright eyed and eager.]

"That sounds like a great idea! I like the food here, but I haven't had hot dogs or hamburgers in a really long time...I could probably try making them, at least? Mostly I've cooked using an oven, instead of a grill, though. Open heat sources like that are...Kind of difficult, sometimes."

[video]

[hamburgerhero]

[He gives her a grin and tugs on the front of his bomber jacket.]

Don't worry about me I feel way better now! Though I bet I'll feel even more great with a hamburger in my hand!

It's nice to hear you've enjoyed good American barbecue during your time on Earth. If you're serious about wanting to learn, I'll be setting up a grill to do some experimental cooking to figure out the restaurant's menu in the near future. You're welcome to come give it a try for yourself.

[Video]

[blazeoflife]

[What was the guy talking about, with 'Canada' going home? Wasn't Canada a country?

Oh well, whatever. Burgers!]

Heey, that sounds awesome, man! I'd totally love to get some burgers around here!

[He'll just ignore the wink wink and nudge nudge for now, though Junpei has been keeping his ear low to the ground.]

[Video]

[hamburgerhero]

You sir, have good taste!

It'll take a while to make all the arrangements, not to mention I'll have to make some ingredient substitutions with this world's vegetables, but I'll get it up and running as soon as I can!

Do you eat burgers often back home? [It occurs to him he ought to take note of who besides himself knows that true hamburger taste the best.]

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[brainiest]

[ Hermione smiles, looking a little amused, before she crosses her arms and replies. ]

You must be America.

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[hamburgerhero]

Yep that's me!

What gave it away? The old air force pilot's jacket? [He tugs on the leather bomber jacket he's wearing.] My good taste in hamburgers? My American patriotism?

[video]

[reassigned]

Oh, you were in the hospital? You poor thing- you didn't get hurt, did you?

[Cupid's expression is as worried as they come, fingertips pressed together in front of her face and brows knit worriedly.]

--and that's pretty ambitious for someone who just got over being ill. Don't you think you should take a little time to recover before jumping into something like that?

[video]

[hamburgerhero]

It was more of an illness than an injury. I collapsed and was out for a while but I'm okay. Probably just me picking up on a rough patch for the citizens or government back home. Don't worry. [He gives her a reassuring nod.]

And I don't feel weak right now- I've got a tooooon of energy! Plus nothing can power me up like a good American burger! You could say this restaurant will benefit the community but also my health. [Or you know. Give you diabetes.]

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[4balls]

...

[ Compared to their more serious conversations from before, the question that arises in Josuke's mind as he's listening to all of this is a very, very different one. ]

Is there something wrong with tofu? [ Just.. making sure.. ]

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[hamburgerhero]

There is when people start to consider a tofu burger a true burger! Real burgers have real meat on them- beef!

[video]

[unionjackoff]

... [no]

This is not something you should be worrying about!

[video]

[hamburgerhero]

[He saw this coming. Grumpy old men just don't understand these things.]

Yes it is. I'm bringing a little piece of America to a place where it's needed most.

[ichoosefight]

I fully endorse this plan. Got any jobs that don't involve grease?

[hamburgerhero]

Great! If you want to avoid the grease there's always the hostess position or waiting tables isn't that greasy as long as you don't spill things. This'll be a sit down restaurant- a step up the fancy scale from the golden arches. Much as I love those golden arches. They're like a gateway to happiness.

[video]

[dontthesunlookgoodtoday]

[aw hell that explains the slightly off-kilter taste]

I knew something was off with them. Anything the rest of us can do to help? Like taste testing afternoons?

[also wow you are really not subtle are you]

[video]

[hamburgerhero]

Yeah I actually will need a few taste testers to help me decide on the menu and ingredients. I have to do some experimenting with the local vegetables to get that correct taste. You want in?

[No no he is not subtle he's FREAKIN' AMERICA.]

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[ribbow]

[ Is it going to be like McDonalds? Tell her it's going to be like McDonalds! ]

Where will you get the meat for non-tofu burgers?

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[hamburgerhero]

[Even better than McDonalds. Just wait and see.]

Well there's some steak and chicken in the city- I've seen it on menus and eaten it myself and it tasted legit. I'll track down the people who supply other restaurants.

Though it is surprising they have that much meat now that you mention it. Where the heck are the animals raised around here? Must not be too close to the apartments or we'd smell it.

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[beforetights]

[Cu Chulainn scratches his head, trying to make sense of that long broadcast.]

...Sir Alfred? What's a hamburger?

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[hamburgerhero]

You don't know what a hamburger is? [Okay this is the boy who didn't know what a whale is.]

It's a delicious dish that's a trademark of my nation. I'll have to cook one up for you Bro! You've got to taste it for yourself to truly know it. It's amazing.

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[loveswaffles]

They're just burgers.

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[hamburgerhero]

Just burgers?! Just burgers?! [Oh no Raven what have you said?]

This is the food of America, and Saeng Seong has been serving sad unworthy sandwiches and carelessly giving them the same label as that far greater dish! I'm gonna show them what real burgers are like!

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[feetarestrange]

What's so special about a... burger?

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[hamburgerhero]

Only that the hamburger is the best tasting thing ever aside from dessert.

If that isn't special, what is?

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[drank_the_milk]

I've got waitressing experience!

[And a nice juicy burger sounds really good right now.]

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[hamburgerhero]

Yeah! I like that enthusiasm Yuna. Definitely putting you on the list of potential employees.

So I must ask: how familiar are you with the amazing taste of hamburgers?

[miniacreofland]

I suppose I might be able to help, Mr. America.

[hamburgerhero]

Wonderful! You and me Mini-Nevada- let's show 'em all what great American hamburgers are like! [You're totally a part of my country still.]