Canary Code

The Canary Code is a set of phrases, signals, and rules.

Pre-determined keywords translate into approaching danger, [exam], or [exam]. [rules of behavior, fight club-esque]

In October 2112, [unk] uses the Canary Code to signal [unk]

Creators

 * Frostbite
 * Iridium
 * Jet
 * Red Lotus
 * Samson
 * Were

Short Story
“Canary Code” is also a short story by Jackie Kessler and Caitlin Kittredge. It was published in September 2009 on unboundworlds.com. The narrative is split between Samson and Frostbite's point of view.

Synopsis
"Canary Code" takes place during Jet and Iridium's third year at the Academy. During a study session in the library, partners Samson and Were, Red Lotus and Frostbite, and Jet and Iridium are sharing a table. Were makes several failed attempts at a joke before Frostbite warns the group of Hornblower's approach. Frostbite makes an ice ball small enough to not set off the power alarms and passes it off to Were. Were throws the ice ball at the back of Hornblower's head. Hornblower turns around and the group pretend to be innocently studying. Unconvinced, Hornblower picks Frostbite up by the back of the neck and shakes him, spitting anger.

The rest of the group spring into action, verbally harassing Hornblower. Frostbite forms a slick layer of ice under Hornblower's feet and trips him up. Now released, Frostbite prepares for Hornblower to retaliate with a sonic scream. Samson gets there first, clocking Hornblower on the jaw. Frostbite finishes the fight by icing Hornblower's mouth shut, preventing his power use. Red Lotus threatens Hornblower for good measure.

Frostbite leaves the library with Iridium while Jet stays with Samson.