P.8

PHO Technical Assistance

Subject: Name Change Approved

Graham at PHO informs Space_Squid that her name change request is approved, citing her account’s good standing and agreement to a probationary status.

Subject: Re: Abusive Content

Space_Squid reports an influx of abusive messages, even before signing back on. Graham investigates, linking the issue to an external article that led to targeted harassment. Three solutions are offered: continuous reporting, starting a new account, or granting PHO staff access to private messages for direct action.

Subject: Re: re: re: Privacy Concerns

Space_Squid opts against granting access, citing the need for private, sensitive communications, and commits to reporting abusive users.

PHO Boards

♦ Private Message from AnonymousEDT103:

A user sends a hostile message to Space_Squid, who reports them.

♦ Topic: [Article] Weld to Warden

Ball-Chan posts an article questioning Weld’s leadership and trustworthiness. It details his journey from a celebrated Boston Ward to the leader of the Irregulars, a team of monstrous capes. It highlights his silence on key events and his absence during crucial battles against Scion. The article concludes by questioning his suitability for his new role in the Wardens.

Wytchmlj comments on the widespread silence surrounding past events, calling Weld an “asshole” for not speaking out.

Capricorn (Hero) defends Weld, citing his positive history and the need to consider motivations.

Tdren argues that silence is unacceptable, emphasizing the need for answers in a world facing broken powers and lacking authority.

FFlash accuses Capricorn of bias, pointing to his own unexplained disappearance.

AtoLo lists the existential threats facing Gimel, including the loss of billions, a tyrant ruler on a nearby Earth, constant war on another, and the emergence of broken powers. They stress the need for answers and unity.

Yipper warns against a “rabid mob” mentality, suggesting that the widespread silence might be justified.

Space_Squid draws a parallel between the struggles of monstrous capes and the broader human experience after Scion’s attack. She emphasizes resilience and the shared struggle for answers.

♦ Topic: help

Casey_F08 describes his transformation into a monstrous cape, frozen and covered in mold, with the ability to control his deceased father’s body. He seeks help and support from the online community.

Engel offers encouragement, emphasizing the transformative power of trauma and the possibility of recovery.

Space_Squid shares her own experience, assuring Casey that his fears are valid but that happiness and connection are still possible.

Fishie (Board Admin) locks the thread, linking to an article about Casey and adding him to the names thread.

♦ Private Message from Whippersnap:

Whippersnap confronts Space_Squid about her name change and past actions, accusing her of not being a true ally.

Space_Squid explains her reasons for the name change and confirms she won’t be returning to their community.

Whippersnap expresses anger over her perceived betrayal.

Space_Squid reveals she killed the one responsible for their suffering, taking justice into her own hands.

Subject: Account Deletion Request

Space_Squid asks Graham about deleting her account and starting fresh.

Group Chat: Cap, Mangled_Wings, Weird_Insect, of5, Heart_Shaped_Pupil

Cap expresses frustration.

of5 says it’s the way it is, the person is tough.

Heart_Shaped_Pupil logs in as “S!”

Mangled_Wings greets her.

Kraken_in_a_Jar enters, gives Heart_Shaped_Pupil a hug.

Weird_Insect explains they’re using short-form names.

Kraken_in_a_Jar mentions her new keyboard and recent travels.

Cap asks about Weld.

Kraken_in_a_Jar says he’s good but busy with his new position.

Cap mentions the world is about to shift.

Weird_Insect says they have work to do first.

of5 reveals someone put a hit out on him.

Kraken_in_a_Jar talks about her 5-day trip with Weld.

Cap says he’ll try to top her boat trip.

Weird_Insect confirms no major decisions were made in her absence.

Heart_Shaped_Pupil says she wouldn’t have let them, calling Kraken_in_a_Jar one of her favorite people.

Mangled_Wings talks about strength in numbers.

Kraken_in_a_Jar says it’s strength in difference, highlighting their diverse perspectives and commonalities.

Weird_Insect makes a lame joke about T&A.

of5 says it’s been weird without her.

Kraken_in_a_Jar emphasizes balance and the qualities they want to represent.

Heart_Shaped_Pupil suggests she be the leader and give speeches.

Kraken_in_a_Jar declines leadership but will think about speeches. She mentions finding another, not a “knob” like her current one.

Weird_Insect jokingly warns everyone not to say “another knob.”

Heart_Shaped_Pupil does it anyway.

Kraken_in_a_Jar says she’ll see them online or at the next meeting.

Mangled_Wings confirms, “Soon.”