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Stargazer: Hey, team, everyone ready to keep watch for that pushy jerk today?

JazzyPlum: I’m looking, but the description wasn’t too helpful.

SquidHead: Yeah, everyone has on an alien T-shirt.

FarfromHome: The target may have changed clothing as well.

Stargazer: I’ll try looking for the gray ponytail.

Jeneticist: There are even more people today, perfect for hiding…or lurking. ????

FarfromHome: I’m heading to a panel. I will advise if I see him. If I recognize him.

JazzyPlum: If you spot him, use the code word: “Meteor” ??

Jeneticist: Why do we need a code word? We’re already using chat so we don’t get overheard.

SquidHead: That’s half the fun. Making a game of it takes my mind off the fact that something bad could happen.

SquidHead: If anyone wants souvenirs, I’m passing by the merch booth.

Jeneticist: Your treat? I’d could use a new coffee mug. Something with a cosmic theme?

Stargazer: If there’s a “I survived Space Con” shirt, I need it after this adventure. ??

SquidHead: Consider it done. Over and out.

Jeneticist: Uh, we just saw someone in a trench coat and hat. In this weather. Odd vibe. I couldn’t see his hair.

Stargazer: Location? ??

Seeker: We’re near the retro gaming section.

Jeneticist: We’re ducking into a cosplay workshop.

FarfromHome: I dislike bearing bad tidings, but I have some experience in surveillance. He is definitely following you two. I am keeping my distance, remaining watchful.

JazzyPlum: Meteor! ?? You were supposed to use the code word, Jen.

Jeneticist: I never agreed to that.

Stargazer: Aw, now Jen’s the fun sponge.

FarfromHome: I feel vaguely as if I should try to reclaim my title. Unsure as to why.

[one hour later]

Jeneticist: That was a good panel. I learned a lot.

Seeker: I hope that’s the end.

SquidHead: It’s extremely fucked up. He’s stalking you!

Stargazer: Anyone got eyes on him?

FarfromHome: I suggest a change in strategy. Use the crowd to your advantage.

Jeneticist: There’s a photo-op rush at the celebrity signing tent. We’re heading over there.

JazzyPlum: I’ll meet you there.

SquidHead: On my way also.

FarfromHome: Lost visual on the stalker.

JazzyPlum: Stay sharp. Looping around to come from the other side.

Seeker: Jen’s with me. Jaz too. I’m well enough. Let’s regroup.

Jeneticist: No sign of him. We might’ve lost him in the shuffle.

SquidHead: Meet up at the model rocket kit workshop? It’s about to start. ????

Stargazer: Sounds good. On my way. And fingers crossed he doesn’t have a love for model rockets. ??

JazzyPlum: Putting my phone away. Hope we can just enjoy the con for a bit.