> Interviewer

Roxy: R

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> Tonight, right on schedule, I’m your favorite host, Johnny Rocket, with the only locally broadcasted late night show, the Midnight Hour, coming to you live from Stardust Crossing. Storm is rolling in so be careful out there if you're out and about tonight. Why not settle in and join us for another interview with a special guest. Go ahead and say hello.

R: ‘sup.

> Would you like to introduce yourself?

R: Uh… sure, I guess. Hello, uh, radio people. You can call me Roxy.

> You look a little tired, would you like a cup of coffee?

R: … yeah. Thanks.

> Someone, pour our guest a cup. Oh, and remember to press your mute button when you sip, miss Roxy.

R: Got it… I think.

> Now, let's get to know you a little better. What do you do for work?

R: I’m a full time college student.

> I see, no part tine work?

R: No, I’m coasting by on a scholarship and I’d like to keep it that way for as long as possible… oh, thanks.

> Let me know if you need more sugar or creme.

R: I drink it black anyway.

> Fair enough. What are you studying?

R: …

> Sorry to interrupt, but you're still muted.

R: Oops, my bad. *sigh* I’m studying Conservation. I wanna be a park ranger, or… somethin’ like that.

> Really, I wouldn't have clocked that.

R: I get that a lot. *bumps microphone* *loud sipping noise*

> Uh, miss?

R: Oops.

> No worries, as long as none of our listeners are on headphones.

R: Dad used to take me out in the mountains all the time. I kinda like it out there, especially after the rain when the forest gets all foggy. I don't like work… but it might not be so bad if it's out there.

> I can understand that. I enjoy talking to people and you can see how that worked out for me. *laughs*

R: Calling it a passion might be too much. I don't really get fired up about anything.

> Nothing wrong with a cool head. It might be a benefit out in the wild. Nature can be beautiful but it can also be dangerous.

R: That's true. That's why you always gotta be packin’ heat.

> Responsibly, of course.

R: … sure. *loud sip that abruptly cuts off*

> Have you ever run into anything dangerous in the woods?

R: If I’m doing it right, I am the most dangerous thing in the woods, heh. There's a few critters that regret running into me, I’ll tell ya that. Just, uh, stay clear of the west side by the narrow valley.

> Any reason why?

R: Because I am never the worst thing in those particular woods. *loud sip*. Sorry.

> Don't sweat it.

R: …

> You're muted again.

R: Dammit. *sigh* I’m not cut out for all this tech stuff. *rustling*

> What's something about yourself that you wish more people understood?

R: Huh, that's a bit of a toughie. *clicking* I think people see my face and assume I’m mad or teed off ‘bout somethin'. But its just my face man, I dunno what to tell ya. See these chompers? *mouth noises* *clicking* They think a smile is gonna be prettier?

> Those are impressive teeth.

R: I can bite the head clean off a rat. I’ve done it before.

> That's… an actual live rat?

R: Yeah?

> Is that a normal occurrence for you?

R: No, but, uh… Sometimes when I’m hungry I get twitchy. And if I see something scurrying by, then… I can't help it. A girl's gotta eat.

> *nervous laugh* I suppose so. What do you normally eat?

R: Whatever’s on sale, usually. I’m not picky unless it's veggies.

> Rats are okay, but no carrots or broccoli?

R: Nah. Doesn't agree with me.

> I suppose everyone has their preferences.

R: *scratching sound* Is it dry in here to you?

> It seems fine to me.

R: My tails gettin’ itchy. Might want to consider a humidifier.

> I’ll see if we can budget one for next time, but I’ll try to wrap things up if you're getting uncomfortable.

R: It's fine for now. But if you need recommendations just let me know. Heck, I probably have some oldies layin’ around somewhere.

> No worries, I’m sure we’ll manage. Now, we have a lot of viewers who get curious about our unique residents, would you mind a few call in questions?

R: Fire away.

> Is it true that you have venom?

R: Yeah. These mandibles are toxic. It makes huntin’ easy, but kissin’ kinda… risky. I don't think it's lethal, but I don't wanna test that, you know?

> Understandable. How sensitive are your antennae? Are there scents you don't like?

R: Eh, it depends. I don't like perfume much, or any strong chemical smells for that matter. But they're pretty flexible. *rustling sound* See? Sometimes I fold them back into my hair. Touch isn't an issue. I can pick out certain things though, like sweat or blood pretty easily.

> I see. Thanks for the info. Hopefully my cologne isn't an issue.

R: Nah, spice or musk is fine.

> Anything else you want to say while you're on the air?

R: Uh… I guess just to stay safe out there. The wild can hurt you, but you can also hurt it. It's a relationship built on mutual respect. People can be the same way, you know.

> Well, I won't try to top that. Thanks for joining us tonight.