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Aug 22, 2023 11:29:36 GMT -6
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Returning from an ad break at the top of the hour, the camera pans to the news channel's anchorwoman. "Good evening. This is Deborah Dancer with your Channel Ten News Update." Xavier's Under Construction"It has been two months since the Battle at the Xavier's Sister School and the destruction of the at-times controversial Mansion. Despite vocal opposition and anti-mutant rhetoric from some politicians in power, Congress was able to approve resources for the rebuilding of the School. Prominent S.U.P.E.R. leaders testified and came out in support of a governmental fund to support communities affected by 'supernatural events,' and these testimonies made it clear that the mutant community should not be excluded from this support." The scene shifted to the Mansion, still a ways from its former glory, but deep into the process of rebuilding. "A spokesperson for Xavier's Sister School has confirmed that residential wings of the Mansion are available for those ready and willing to return to their found home. Other wings are still under construction, but they are glad to take the first steps back to normalcy. They also thanked Haven, a local advocacy organization, for their aid in this trying time." Welldrinker TrialsReturning to Deborah's desk, an image of a court proceeding popped into the corner of the screen. "In related news, the Welldrinker Trials (as they've come to be known) are well underway. The focus has been on the trials of 'The Supremes,' former leaders of the cult that infiltrated New York in recent years. Popular fringe-evangelist leader Agatha Payne is claiming in her case that she is a victim of religious discrimination. Conversely, the head of the cult has been tight-lipped amidst his proceedings. Manfred Müller, Real Estate Mogul and notable contributor to many political campaigns over the years, has cast a heavy shadow on his company and all those associated with him. "Two former Supremes have testified against the remaining leaders for their actions in February and leading up to the attack. Aoife Ainsley and (The Lady in Red) took part in the defense of the Mansion, earning special consideration for plea deals in exchange for their testimonies against Müller and Payne." The State of Magic"Finally, we at Channel Ten wanted to reflect on the most notable fallout from the events of the Lunar New Year: Magic. While skeptics still dominate many circles, researchers have confirmed that people across the globe have been developing powers in record numbers—notably without testing positive for an X-Gene. Reports suggest this magical boom will continue as those affected by the mysterious cascade of energy continue to manifest powers, or "snap" across the world. "There has been a call for regulation of those being declared as 'Mystics,' while others are calling for infrastructure and organizations to help those transitioning into the experience. S.U.P.E.R. Spokeswoman, Sabine Sang advises that the situation is currently delicate; as with mutants, the mystic population is controversial and vulnerable in their modest numbers. Everyone is understandably concerned by the potential for another group like The Welldrinker Cult to take power, but the world will still be much safer with mystics having the systems in place necessary to help them responsibly handle their new gifts. "No comment was made on the structure of such an organization or those involved, but Channel Ten has heard reports of a group being referred to as 'The Veil' reaching out to those experiencing sudden magical phenomena. As always, we will report on the situation as more details come to light. "For Channel Ten, I'm Deborah Dancer. Stay safe and stay informed."
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