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[exvampirate]

[ For a moment all that's heard is some grunting and probably a few obscene curses. He's still trying to figure the phone out, but that's because he's not familiar with it. Technology isn't Benny's strong suit in the slightest. He had a flip phone when him and Dean were talking, but he ditched that a long time ago. Getting anything fancier never really appealed to Benny. No need. This thing wasn't what he wanted to be shackled to at all.

Suddenly a fuzzy beard appears in frame and it's clearly speckled with spots of gray. There are a few more grunts as Benny finally arrives at the conclusion that this isn't just your run of the mill phone. Then again the only phones he's familiar with are the flip ones. This one's in a whole different league and dammit if it's not pissing him off.

He clears his throat quickly and finally becomes a little more visible on the screen. When he found this damn thing in his pocket he didn't know what to expect, but maybe he could get a hold of someone who could help him out. ] I don't think this damned thing is even workin', but if anyone's out there I could sure use a nudge in the right direction. A state would greatly appreciated. This house don't look too comfortin' and I'm itchin' to get the hell outta dodge.

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[righteously]

[...Benny?!

Jesus Christ, this place is just pulling everyone through, isn't it? First his mom, now this? God damn, but he's glad to see the son of a bitch, glad to know he made it out of Purgatory too, even though Dean (as his ride) got a little misplaced along the way.

He pops on screen real quick, doesn't bother with introductions.]

You sit tight, okay? I'm comin'.

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[exvampirate]

[ There's a scruffy faced bastard who's looking mighty familiar on his screen. He's not even sure what to do really, but the fact that he's here is good right? Maybe he got pulled outta Purgatory and dropped here for a reason. Maybe this was Dean's doing. He was dedicated and hard headed that way. A real stupid sonuvabitch, but Benny always did like that about him. He'd walk right through fire for that fluffy winged angel friend. Maybe he had done the same for Benny.

He exhales softly and smiles as big as he can. It's damn good to see him. His last memory of Dean wasn't exactly peaceful. Getting your head chopped off kind of ruined a moment even for Benny. ] Brother, it's real good to see you. I ain't goin' nowhere I can promise you that.

[ There's a short pause as Benny tilts his head. ] Sam get back to you alright? I pointed him in the right direction.

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[righteously]

[Sorry to say it, but Benny's got too much faith in him. If Dean could read minds, it'd be heartbreaking. Don't get him wrong- if there was a single damn thing he could do to get Benny outta purgatory and here with him, he'd have done it in a heartbeat. The fact that he fell through to here's purely coincidence, though. Happenstance. Even if he thought he could, he'd have no idea how to go about getting Benny pulled in.

But goddamn is he glad Benny's here. He can't help the way he grins back a little.]

Good to see you, too, Benny.

[He takes the stairs two at a time as he descends them, but that fullow up question has him pausing.]

Sam?

[Benny never met Sam. He frowns.]

Hang on a sec. I'll be right there.

[Before Benny can answer, the device gets switched off.

A minute later, he's down the steps exiting the mansion. It's not hard to spot Benny, not when he spent a year searching for the fuzzy bastard's frame through trees and blood and dirt.

He doesn't hesitate as he strides forward, throws his arms around Benny's shoulders in a tight hug.

He missed you, you cuddly bastard.]

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[runningfromhell]

No getting out of dodge in this place. You're well and truly stuck. Might as well kick back and enjoy the show.

[ After having herself a little break from greeting anyone in this place, she decides to hop back on the Welcome Train. It's Benny's lucky day that he's the first one she decides to break it to. ]

Most people want the bar. Fifth floor, owned by one half of the Wonder Twins.

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[exvampirate]

[ He's not sure if he'd consider this day his luckiest one yet. Not that long ago he was knee deep in Purgatory playing tango with a few less than happy vampire boys. Real nasty bastards too, but they weren't here. Least he sure hoped they weren't here. They could be lurkin' around the grounds or something. Who knew.

Her lack of optimism isn't exactly something he's unfamiliar with. He's not exactly the type to look on the bright side either. Maybe it's just programmed into him or something. She's talking about a bar though and it's owners. He's a little curious. ] Wonder Twins? I s'pose to know them?

[oncefairytale]

Believe it or not you're in Wonderland now. Stuck here for the foreseeable future, or so I'm told.

[exvampirate]

Wonderland? As in Alice in Wonderland? That Wonderland, darlin'? [ He's all kinds of confused now. None of this even made a lick of sense to Benny. ] You been drinkin'?

[lowkeyangel]

[Clearly, sarcasm is the best way to greet someone.]

Depends on what you think of as a comfort. If it's a big creepy house that likes to play mindgames, ding ding ding! You're in luck.

[exvampirate]

That certainly ain't my idea of comfort I'll tell you that much. [ He's not at all familiar with this man's face, but he looks pretty human. Then again Benny is the first to understand that appearances can be deceiving. ] Houses playin' mindgames huh? How's that work?

[vlad_dracul]

[Dracula, of course, recognizes one of his own kind. He doesn't recognize this one. It's even odds, if the new vampire has heard of Dracula or not.]

Welcome. I am Matthew Maule.

[If he's familiar with Dracula, he might recognize that name, his latest alias.]

[exvampirate]

[ Benny is not at all familiar with this guy. The oldest vampire he was familiar with was the Old Man. He was Benny's maker and for a long time he was God in his eyes. He was God in everyone's eyes. He did that on purpose though. Still he didn't have a clue who this man was.

He nods slowly as he does another quick scan of the outside surrounding area. He's just trying to keep on the lookout for anything. ] I'm Benny. This your house, friend?

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[tryingitall]

State of constant confusion, I'm afraid. As far as I can tell this is an alternate reality, or possibly a pocket dimension, if that means anything to you.

I'm aware the mansion isn't cheerful from the outside, but it's probably still your best bet. Welcome to Wonderland. We're all stuck here.

[exvampirate]

Pocket dimension. Right. [ All of this sounded like a bunch of gibberish to Benny. Pocket dimensions and alternate realities. Far as he was concerned that stuff didn't exist. The basics in his world were Hell, Heaven, Purgatory and Earth. He probably should be a little more open to the existence of another reality, but it just sounds silly.

Benny's well versed in lying to get what he wants. It's no stretch of the imagination to think others would be too. Especially over these phone things. It's only when they get up close and personal that they stop lying to him. Benny's very convincing. ] That's pretty damn optimistic. [ Oh yes. Sarcasm. ] And I thought I was doom and gloom.

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[bossily]

Oh, it's working.

[Hi there. Have a grin and a wave. See, there's someone right here that can hear and see you.]

I'm working on finding a way out. The thing is, it's not going so well.

[A pause, and she frowns.]

Or really going anywhere at all, actually. Just in circles.

[exvampirate]

[ Cheery wasn't exactly something Benny was expecting to see. So far everyone he's come into contact with has just sort of said he shouldn't expect to find a way out and that's been the end of it. This one seems to think she has some sort of plan and he's gotta admire the tenacity in this girl.

Benny swallows hard and forces a smile. He's not about to let her lose that desire to get out. Dean was determined to get them out of Purgatory and he made it happen. Maybe she was just the same way. ] Circles never hurt nobody. Just means you're more prepared.

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[nascensibility]

We're not in any particular state you'd recognise,

[she volunteers with a slight grimace; after all this time, the one thing Evelyn really hates telling people is they they won't be getting home any time soon.]

If you're familiar with Lewis Carroll, this is...rather a more fantastical place than America.

[She's assuming he's from across the pond, at any rate, given his voice and the inquiry about states.]

[exvampirate]

[ Judging by her accent it seems they've completely left the states behind. Maybe he was overseas. It wouldn't be the first time Benny spent time over in this part of the world. Not for very long though. If they did happen to wander out that far then the Old Man wasted no time in wrangling back in to where he could control them.

He's familiar with the whole concept, but that don't mean Benny's gonna suddenly start believing it though. He's having a helluva time accepting the fact that he's not in Purgatory anymore. ] So this ain't Purgatory?

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[lightgunhustler]

I had my reservations about the house, too, but it's a hell of a lot better than staying outside.

[Who knows what's out there in the woods. There was that recent werewolf incident...]

Welcome to Wonderland. I'm sure you've already had a whole bunch of people chime in and tell you about it by now. Hell, we've even got a brochure.

[exvampirate]

I dunno about that. Houses like this ain't all candy canes and rainbows, sweetheart. [ It's important to remember that his nicknames like sweetheart and darlin' are just his way. He isn't aiming to offend in any way. He's been slapped more than a few times because they're taken the wrong way.

There it is again. Wonderland. That just don't sound at all comforting in the slightest. This had to be some sorta joke or something. Nothing about this made sense. ] A brochure? This place must have some sorta mojo to pull me outta where I was.

[freetobe]

There's a pamphlet.

[And this sums up Castiel's contribution. This is as helpful as he gets. No apologies to be had either; his social skills are not only rusty, they've been depleted by the influx of new people, most of whom are either annoying or a substantial threat to himself and/or the Winchesters.

Castiel's patience is running a bit thin.

Also? There is no recognition in hi face at all, should Benny try to spot some. He looks different than the angel who's been in Purgatory - harder, less worn down, and infinitely cleaner. Enjoy.]

[exvampirate]

[ There's a familiar mug that Benny knows. There's less facial hair and dirt, but he knows him. Though he's not sure if Castiel has a clue who Benny is. Then again the recognition could just be absent because it's Cas and his emotions are fairly limited. He's a slightly more angelic version of the terminator is seems. That fluffy little angelic bastard is a sight for sore eyes though.

Benny can help the heavy sigh that escapes him as he tries to make sense of all this crap. ] Feathers, you're lookin' very clean and sparkly these days. I thought Dean couldn't quite yank your ass outta Purgatory. I mean it's real good to see you, but what're you doin' here?

[childofthemoon]

Sorry to disappoint, buddy. We're all trapped here. You want me to get you and show you around? For better or worse, you're gonna have to make yourself at home here for now.

[Ruby shrugs. Truth be told, it all sucks, but what are you gonna do, right? Square your shoulders and move forwards is really the only thing you can do in this place, apparently.]

[exvampirate]

[ Well, hello there. The longer he hangs around this open line on his phone the more people he meets. It's like Christmas, but with people. He's more than intrigued by all these new faces. He's inside by the time Ruby contacts him. Giving away his position isn't smart, but it couldn't hurt to know more than just Dean and Cas. If she tries anything he'll be sure to show her a thing or two.

He smiles and nods just a bit. His eyes go up just to give the decor currently around him a sweep. Nothing too out of the ordinary, but he's aware that things change fast. ] A tour couldn't hurt. You ain't gonna lead me off and try'n kill me are ya? That might hurt my feelings.

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[ofletters]

[ Benny. So many people from their past are showing, and it's honestly a little overwhelming. He smiles, though, as much as he can when the vampire shows over the network. He owes the guy that, and much, much more. ]

Benny. [ He remembers, knows what you did. The sacrifice you made to get them to the end of the line. ] ... It's good to see you, man.

[ "I never got to thank you." But, that'll come later. ]

Hey-- Uh, [ He begins, as something occurs to him, his expression falling slightly. ] ... Dean doesn't know. What you did for us.

[ He'd kept it from his brother, figured it'd cause too much grief. But Sam is appreciative, forever grateful. He'd been wrong about the guy, and he'll be the first to admit it. ]

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[exvampirate]

[ Insides better. Much better. He's still not sure if he feels safe, but he can keep his eyes on a smaller area now that he's retreated into the house. He's hardly looking at the phone when Sam's face appears on his screen. Oh boy that sure did make him feel a lot better. He thought that boy was a goner. It was good to know that he made it out of Purgatory, but less thrilled that he was standing here in this Wonderland place.

He's a little hesitant when Sam expresses something close to joy to seeing Benny again. He never thought he'd see that boy actually be pleased to see his mug. Last conversation they had was back in Purgatory and he wasn't exactly crying over having to leave Benny behind. This was weird.

His brow raises and his head tilts when Sam brings up that Dean doesn't know. How could Dean not know? He was the one who lobbed off Benny's head in that alleyway. ] How's he not know? He cut off my head personally. He forget?