[Do you need something built? Fixed? Improved? A great idea you absolutely MUST see realized? You have come to the right place. Or you would have, if circumstances were better.

Things are different now. Viktor is splitting his time between the workshop and Libertas, but if you time it right, you might be able to catch him—he’s not especially in the mood for visitors. Where he was, generally speaking, always open to a pitch, a verbal description, or even a napkin drawing, he now seems more haggard (which, for him, is impressive), the usual organized chaos of the workshop replaced with what materials and tools for relief efforts in Libertas. He might explain, if you ask nicely. He might be too busy talking to the cat that hangs around the space.]

I’m sorry—we’re closed right now.

[As time passes, he becomes a bit more agreeable, ready to take on personal projects now that the military more-or-less has things under control. He enjoys the idea of having something to do (or a distraction, maybe) more than he wants cold hard cash or favors (though those are nice, too), perking up at the sound of anyone knocking at the door or inviting themselves inside.]

Do you have something for me?

[He’s a bit terse (no time to waste, after all), whether you know him or not. Probably he doesn’t even get up to meet you at the door (the crutch leaned against the worktable next to him, perhaps, an indication as to why that’s the case), but he’s attentive all the same.]

[Though Viktor has always made a point of lingering around the academies, attending lectures and auditing classes, it’s only recently that he seems to be frequenting the Grand Academy of Science with greater purpose. Observant individuals might draw the correct conclusion that he works (or at least studies) there now.

Viktor, generally speaking, moves with purpose, and this is no exception—so good luck stopping him as he crosses the quad. You might be better off waiting until he's settled on a bench, pouring over various textbooks and notes.

Or, perhaps you corner him within the Academy itself, ducking out of a workspace. In here, he’s less likely to stop and talk, though of course that’s not indicative of anything shady going on. Everything’s all legitimate—nothing under the table happening at all, thanks.]