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[zenchatter]

Greetings.

[Zenyatta's calm voice floats through the MID and the omnic monk seems to be in the observation deck, if his backdrop of stars is any indication. As he speaks he radiates a warmth and a sense of peace that few ever accomplish. He arrival here, as unexpected as it was, did nothing to shake his inner calm, and he adjusts to how things are extremely quickly. Indeed, he's even looking forward to see what new experiences this ship can bring him.]

I am Tekhartha Zenyatta, though you may all refer to me as Zenyatta. To answer some questions before you ask them: I am an omnic from Earth and a former member of the Shambali, though I am not certain if that means anything. If not, then I will be happy to answer any questions you may have for me. It is an absolute pleasure to meet you all, and I hope we will get to know each other better in the future.

If anyone cares to join me on the Observation Deck for some meditation, I would gladly welcome the company. Also, I wish to inquire about the jobs, as I do not believe the one that was given to me best suits my abilities.

Thank you for your time, and may you find peace within the Iris.

[Meaning just because he's a robot doesn't mean he knows a thing about programming. His job as a MID Technician is going to be very unsuccessful at this rate.]

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[justice_from_above]

[Pharah hasn't actually met any of the Shambali, but she's certainly heard of them. She arrives on the Observation deck, wearing her civilian uniform. She's still suffering from a lack of sleep and it was getting a bit much wearing her full Raptora kit around every day. She's still under the odd transformation that's effected so many of the crew, her skin a brilliant blue flecked with gold.]

[She announces herself with a polite clearing of her throat,] Zenyatta? My name is Pharah, I'm with Helix Securities International. At least, I am when I am at home. It is good to meet another from our world.

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[zenchatter]

[If Pharah's unusual appearance bothers Zenyatta, he doesn't show it. He instead inclines his head at her in greeting.]

It is wonderful to meet you Pharah. I believe I have heard of Helix Securities, though I have never encountered them on my travels. How long have you been here? Perhaps you can tell me a thing or two about our new home.

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[justice_from_above]

[Pharah gives him a dry chuckle.] It is not exactly an easy answer, somewhere between three months and a year and three months. But, I have been here long enough to know where most things are. What would you like to know in particular?

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[ventifact]

what job were you assigned?

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[zenchatter]

A MID Technician. I am, unfortunately, not very skilled at programming or the like. However, I am always willing to try my best.

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[mylawn]

Shambali, huh.

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[zenchatter]

Ah, if you have heard of them, then you must be from my own world.

How wonderful!

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[fallensparrow]

[When Genji sees Zenyatta's face on the network, he doesn't bother with responding to the post; he immediately makes his way to the Observation Deck to greet his master in person. It's not long before Genji shows up, the cheer in his voice clear behind his faceplate.]

Master! [And, of course, he makes sure to offer the omnic a bow.] I had not expected you would arrive here as well. It's good to see you.

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[zenchatter]

And you, Genji. It seems that we truly walk in harmony, my student. Even if that path leads us to a massive spaceship drifting through another universe.

[At least Zenyatta seems to find this somewhat amusing. He bows his head to Genji and gestures to the spot beside him so they could both sit while contemplating the mysteries of the universe. Or, at least, admire how pretty the stars are.]

It is good to see you here. Just having you close by puts my soul at ease.

[taselikeabee]

'Within the Iris?'

[zenchatter]

The Iris is in all of us. It is enlightenment that we omnics possess souls and the understanding that we, humans and omnics, are all one and the same.

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[wallride]

Woah-- woah! Shambali?! I never thought I'd ever get to meet any of you guys!

[even if zenyatta identifies as former.]

My name's Lúcio, man, and I'm sure this is gonna sound weird but it's great to see an omnic from the same planet!

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[zenchatter]

Ah, I do believe I recognize you. There are many places in the world where I have gone where I have heard your music played with great enthusiasm.

It is an honour to meet you, Lúcio.

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[knaval]

Like. AI? Human-made AI?

[ggggggggggggross.]

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[zenchatter]

[Zenyatta has encountered this outlook before and is always prepared to encounter it again. If only he knew exactly what Riptide was.]

I am, yes. Though I do not feel as though there is anything artificial about my own intelligence .

[aerospacecommander]

I'm not sure what it is, but there is clearly something wrong with you.

[zenchatter]

That is a matter of perspective, as is all things in life.

[Zenyatta doesn't seem the least bit ruffled by Starscream's blatant rudeness.]

And you are something I have never seen before. How interesting!

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[soldiergenes]

[ For most of these new arrival messages Snake listens, takes note of anything interesting, and then moves on. He doesn't have the time or the energy to try and explain the situation to each newcomer, although he does find it interesting that the Ingress is apparently active again. He'll have to go look into that sooner rather than later.

Still, this robotic being with its strangely soothing voice had said a familiar word: omnic. It's one that Snake has only come across here, which means that this Zenyatta must come from a specific world.

He'd welcomed questions, so here goes. Snake opens up a video call, watching Zenyatta carefully as he speaks. ] Do you know someone named Angela Zeigler? [ Angela had said she'd come to trust the omnics despite the war, but Snake just wants to be sure. ]

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[zenchatter]

I can say with absolute certainty that I have heard that name before.

[He says, pleasantly surprised that the name would have come up here of all places.]

However, I do not know her in person. Which is too bad because she sounds like a lovely woman.

[foodsofmypeople]

[An android talking about meditation? Now that caught Kaidan's attention. Given he spent a lot of time on the observation deck in his own form of meditation, it was inevitable that he would run across him sooner rather than later.]

What sort of meditation do you partake in? I am interested, and am often on the observation deck.

[zenchatter]

If you wish to come to me, I can talk you through a meditation exercise.

[He says peacefully, welcoming his potential meditation partner with open arms.]

I am told that they are very relaxing and help clear troubled minds.

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[patchricide]

You would not be the first. In fact, quite a few of us who just arrived seem dubious about these newly appointed roles.

Perhaps some of us can trade positions? What job were you assigned?

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[zenchatter]

I am a MID Technician.

A deeply humorous position for me if you knew how little I know about programming.

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[lostsymmetry]

[While the reply comes in on video, the incoming feed just shows a static image.]

If you're looking to change jobs, you'll need to file your request with the captains. But if it's a scheduling issue, I can lend a hand.

Well, metaphorically.

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[zenchatter]

Ah, thank you friend. I will consider it if I find the job too ill suited to my talents.

[It's possible he'll keep at it anyway and try to do some basic programming, but you never know.]