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[made-of-science.livejournal.com]

[Vitalia is attempting to keep several small potted plants away from a small party of the new robotic overlords (some of whom are carrying the shards of ex-potted plants). This is fairly difficult with only one arm available.]

Oh dear... These automatons certainly do make a nuisance of themselves, don't they? I've lost several specimens to them now! I shan't begrudge anyone their efforts at progress, but I do wish their creator would be a bit more responsible with them. Honestly!

I've overheard some of you saying you could reason with them... Might I request a bit of assistance from you? I'm afraid I've met with no success in my attempts at discourse.

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[restlessdevil.livejournal.com]

I haven't directly dealt with these constructs yet. I find it's best to just try to avoid them.

What's so special about... um, what did you say those were? "Specimens?"

[lovelikelight.livejournal.com]

I'd be happy to help you.

The robots don't understand our language, but they respond to nonverbal cues. They learn from example, not words.

[mylife-foryours.livejournal.com]

What assistance would you need?

[manymasked]

Well, "reason" isn't quite the right word. They're like small children or animals; they react more to actions and tone of voice than to what you're actually saying. But yes, they can be taught not to do things.

[urbanwonderland.livejournal.com]

Reeve appears, a little disheveled and concerned, but together. In the background, several dozen robots are visible performing household tasks.
Things have been a bit busy on my end-- but I see you're rather overwhelmed yourself! I'm sure someone will be around to lend you a hand soon-- there are plenty of people helping out. She smiles.
Pardon me for sound so exhilarated by crisis! I just enjoy a good team effort.

Word of advice? Put your plants out of reach and "help" the robots sweep up. Let them see you repairing some of the damage they've done. Let me know if that's any help!