That's... a /horrendous/ design flaw, but indeed very advantageous for you, and self-defense /does/ seem warranted against that sort of threat.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Straight up can't comprehend them. They blow up when they try, which is why every toon here's got gags. Just for a little self defense. γ
β DIMM
Is that so? How dull... even /I/ can sense when something is amusing.
( And that's saying something, given how firm he's sounded so far. )
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Nope! And they hate fun. Can't take a single jokeβ that's why your siblings pulling pranks is crazy news!! γ
β DIMM
( Enker nods. )
I assume your robotsβ the βcogsββ they follow none of these practices?
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Got it! Serial number is like surname... shares it with siblings... not true for all robots... γ
β DIMM
Youβ¦ can if you like, but it is not a /firm/ rule. Other robots of my kind see the serial groups differently. Itβs a matter of opinion.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Oh, cool! Can I put that down on the sheet, or is that just you telling me that? γ
β DIMM
Itβs somewhat symbolic. They are listed under the same serial number category as I am; that essentially equates to a surname for us.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Siblings? Huh! Didn't know robots had family... I'm learning so much! γ
γ €γ €γ €He scribbles away.
β DIMM
They mostly come from my more reckless linematesβ er, siblings.
They have a higher sense of humor, as theyβd word it, and less respect for their surroundings.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Wait, robots pulling pranks? I gotta know about this!! γ
β DIMM
Theyβreβ¦ fine, I suppose? Sometimes I see a few /dangerous/ pranks from certain robots I know, but other than that theyβre mostly harmless.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Yeah. I thought that one was worded really clearly, oops. γ
β DIMM
β¦ what?
( He has to reprocess the question on his own before he can formulate a response. )
As in, practical jokes�
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Okay! γ
γ €γ €γ €He does exactly as asked. The slow blink... cats do that when they're happy, he's learned that from Purrview. Is he happy? No, that doesn't make sense. What species slow blinks when annoyed? He can't tell.
γ What are your opinions on goofs, gaffs, japes, and assorted buffoonery? γ
β DIMM
( Slow blink. )
For all intents and purposes, just write down 34.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Oh! Uhm. γ
γ €γ €γ €He looks around.
γ I still don't get it. γ
β DIMM
"Active" would be a more accurate term. I was first activated 34 years ago.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ ..online? γ
β DIMM
Are they, now? Intriguing.
And that is a complicated question, but I have been online for 34 years.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Oh, yeah! Pun names are popular here, it's sorta like good luck. γ
γ €γ €γ €He scribbles down something else.
γ Okay, uhm... how old are you? γ
β DIMM
No, I was just admiring the pun; there are many scientists I know who share that quirk. My apologies, I am not... skilled at conversing.
( Hopefully that was a good enough save, otherwise he /will/ be chewed out if anyone finds out he broke this duck's spirits. )
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ ..is my name weird? γ
γ €γ €γ €He still heard it.
β DIMM
That can't /really/ be your-- hrm. Never mind.
( He remembers a soft, familiar voice always telling him to 'be nice'. )
... It is nice to meet you, doctor.
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Oopβ right, yeah. Doctor Dimm Witt, member of the SILLI team, at your service! γ
β DIMM
Enker.
( He probably should have asked what notes the duck was going to take before agreeing to this. )
Might I ask yours?
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Okay! So, first, what's your name? γ
β DIMM
On second thought, let us save /that/ discussion for later... I am unsure what use you will have by taking notes, but you may do so if you wish.
( His build is already well-documented in other places, so Enker begrudgingly accepted the lack of privacy a long time ago. )
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Oh, cogs are easy. Evil business robots who are trying to take over Toontown and turn it into a capitalist nightmare! You're a little tie-less to even look like one. γ
γ €γ €γ €He taps the clipboard with the back end of his pen, tapping his foot in turn.
γ Toons are... hm, how do I explain that? γ
β DIMM
If I may ask, please explain to me what 'cogs' and 'toons' are. I am assuming you are the latter, but you've only told me what they /aren't./
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ To understand non-toons better! The only people who aren't toons that we come into contact with often are /cogs,/ eugh. But you're too bright to be a cog! γ
β DIMM
( That is: a duck. A duck in a lab coat. Enker blinks several times, then narrows his eyes a bit. )
β¦ what exactly do you need the notes for?
Enker π [perma-hiatus]
γ Gooood morning, everyone! There's lots of non-toons here, do you all mind if I take notes on you? γ
γ €γ €γ €He's holding one of those 12-in-1 color pens and a clipboard...
