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GIG Forever livid from Where I want to be Since: Feb, 2010
Forever livid
#101: Sep 30th 2016 at 5:48:50 PM

D'Angelo nodded. "'Bout eight years as a test pilot. Not much for combat, but you learn to do extremely stupid stuff and not die from it." He looked down at Kaylid, but looked a little nervous now. "How 'bout you Kaylid? You been in the seat for long?"

edited 30th Sep '16 5:51:41 PM by GIG

darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#102: Sep 30th 2016 at 6:24:08 PM

ARMOR Docks

"Extremely stupid stuff and not die from it huh, funny..." Kaylid took a second while still walking to come up with some idea of how to respond to that question. He wasn't intent on lying or anything just, with him only out of the hospital and fully recovered for a short time, it was still a pretty fresh topic and what was said resonated with something he had been told.

Eventually he just shakes his head. "Not really. I just fixed them with my Uncle, so other than short test runs I wasn't really allowed to much." He responded initially with clearly with more to say, taking a moment and looking straight up at D'Angelo as he continued his expression turning from conflicted to a bit of a pained yet determined look.
"Well till a few months ago, Veranas got attacked by Pirates. They didn't care who was in the way, they just shot everything up! So I took my Uncles prototype and fought back... So I got some combat experience firsthand, even if I got told the same thing you just said as a result."

edited 30th Sep '16 6:27:13 PM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
ZenithBloodedge The Phantom Thief Since: Feb, 2015
The Phantom Thief
#103: Sep 30th 2016 at 7:22:47 PM

ARMOR Docks

The man, upon hearing the announcement, stops and starts scanning the area, looking for the "store". Quickly giving up, he notices the small group exiting the docks. Deciding it would be best to follow them, he does just that.

The measure of a man is not his courage, but rather the size of his gun.
Mistfader Since: Aug, 2016
#104: Oct 1st 2016 at 1:23:17 AM

ARMOR Docks

The drone didn't break 'eye contact'. "Request. Describe and summarise the individual that designed the prototype mechanised warfare unit." It accidentally hit the wall, bouncing off and spinning out of control for a moment before re-stabilising its positioning.

darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#105: Oct 1st 2016 at 2:49:29 AM

ARMOR Docks

Kaylid turns his head slightly to look towards Hannibal, waiting for him to regain his bearings. The determined look breaking, a pained expression on his face. "My Uncle was the colonies lead engineer. He pretty much raised me since Mom was always on business... Before I graduated high school I was working with him, making new mining Mechs and fix colony equipment..He could make nearly nearly anything..." He explains,sadly reminiscing, perhaps or nearly tearing up but he wipes it away on his shirt sleeve.

"The pirates got to him..." He finishes, his eye contact with the two broken as he fidgets slightly with his hands and just looks at the ground as the group walks.

edited 1st Oct '16 2:51:23 AM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
GIG Forever livid from Where I want to be Since: Feb, 2010
Forever livid
#106: Oct 1st 2016 at 4:28:04 AM

There was the rub. D'Angelo had been hoping that Kaylid was a some kind of simulator savant or something, but finding out that the kid had fallen into the whole mess pulled at him. Not to mention his loss on top of that, that all D'Angelo could do was place his hand on the kid's shoulder in some semblance of comfort.

"Might not be too much from a guy you just met, but sorry about your uncle." He gave a small smile in an effort to cheer Kaylid up. "For what it's worth, you fighting back, doing what it took to survive with little training? That's some guts there, and I think you're gonna go far here."

darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#107: Oct 1st 2016 at 4:47:56 AM

ARMOR Docks

Kaylid paused as a hand was put on his shoulder and rubbing his face again before looking up at D'Angelo with a attempted strong look, that seems to become more genuine and determined as he speaks. "Thanks, I-I uh... I had to. I couldn't let them do that to everyone. That's why I came here. I want to be able to stop this stuff from happening to anyone!" His naive enthusiasm empowering him on despite it all.

edited 1st Oct '16 4:54:23 AM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
TheRealWren Omega Overlord. Or superjwren329. Either or. from I...honestly have no idea. Since: Jan, 2011
Omega Overlord. Or superjwren329. Either or.
#108: Oct 1st 2016 at 5:08:05 AM

Docks.

Realizing that others had simply spoken up and done his work for him, Doc quietly glanced to the side. One of those girls on the shuttle was looking uneasy while others reassured her. And with the stuck up jerk look being slightly quiet, he exhaled.

"Well, in either case...we're all here for the same reason, it seems. So unless heavy...er, what's the terms, ah, strings, unless strings were pulled...there isn't really any, well, logically, reason, to think we're higher than each other. That...boasting, would be better served after...I assume preliminary tests." The young quietly nodded, trying to keep things sort of calm...although that would probably only drive others to be more determined...

Of course, when the mention of implantation was mentioned, Ren felt slightly pale.

"I suppose if that's basic procedure...no time to waste then, the sooner it's done, the better."

Hope you weren't expecting anything witty here. Maybe some day.
Mistfader Since: Aug, 2016
#109: Oct 2nd 2016 at 2:04:53 AM

ARMOR Docks - Man, These Docks are Huge

The drone buzzed. "Statistically speaking, your individual contribution is unlikely to vary crime rates on a civilisation scale by any significant amount. Recommendation: Focus on building a policing force on a large scale."

edited 2nd Oct '16 2:22:43 AM by Mistfader

darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#110: Oct 2nd 2016 at 7:16:15 PM

ARMOR.. Fine on the way to the Store?

Kaylid seems a little annoyed at what Hannibal said, sparking up a little hot blooded. "I know I cant change everything by myself. Those organisations still need pilots though! Normal forces cant deal with pirates landing with Mechs!" He responds, fist clenched.

"Like what do you expect me to do! Its not like I can suddenly make the police bigger! I can still make a difference though, even if its just one place at a time!" He continues passionate and annoyed, burning with quite a bit of conviction.

edited 2nd Oct '16 7:20:16 PM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
UndyingPhoenix Since: Feb, 2015 Relationship Status: You cannot grasp the true form
#111: Oct 3rd 2016 at 11:41:13 AM

Docks

When Cheshire put her arm around Maya, the girl immediately froze, stiffening up with. Deep inside, the demon roared in rage and anger at the physical contact. Maya immediately jumps forwards, hugging herself tightly as she mentally pushed herself away from the thought of breaking the other girl's arm and going on a rampage.

No, no, no, no, no, no, no, no, NO! DON'T DO IT! DON'T!

BREAK HER ARMS DAMMIT! BREAK THEM!

Her whole body shakes as it battles with itself on what it wants to do.

Sergey_Smirnov Trans Terminus Homo from Everywhere and Nowhere (With a german accent) Since: Aug, 2015 Relationship Status: Consider his love an honor
Trans Terminus Homo
#112: Oct 3rd 2016 at 11:45:09 AM

ARMOR, Store

Sylvester seemed to be one of the first here... not really all that bad though, he'd probably get more than enough opportunities to get to know the other students. He watched to his AI companion, as always feeling reassured by her presence.

"One may feel fear in the face of danger so long as one banishes fear when danger actually arrives"
TroyandHawk The Blinder from Back Home. Since: Jul, 2012 Relationship Status: 700 wives and 300 concubines
The Blinder
#113: Oct 3rd 2016 at 1:38:56 PM

LOKE MAYA AND CHESHIRE

Loke frowned, before pulling Cheshire back and stepping between them. She was bigger, so in theory, she could at least make a better shield than Cheshire. "Are you okay Maya?" She asked quietly, even though the answer was clear-she wasn't. Loke sighed as she approached Maya, trying to look her in the eye.

"Maya-you're okay. No one is going to hurt you, alright?" She didn't reach out to touch the other girl, just watched her.

Good to be back
thestonedog78 Princess Warlock from from deep space Since: Oct, 2012 Relationship Status: I'm just a poor boy, nobody loves me
Princess Warlock
#114: Oct 3rd 2016 at 2:33:21 PM

"Ouch"

Cheshire watch in a state of pure confusion. She didn't get what happened with Maya but Loke seemed to have a idea and was taking care of it.

"Yeah! You ok, Maya?", She said as she peered around Loke.

They can't for the life of them understand why nobody liked being ruled by a group of manic depressive demigods - 4chan
guyshane Combat mode, engage Since: Jan, 2012 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
Combat mode, engage
#115: Oct 3rd 2016 at 3:28:42 PM

Elaine got tired of looking back before Zae and the rich kid who had apparently become lost in thought. She turned towards the wolfgirl. "So...anyway. Before I bumped into you, I was going to go hunt down the cafeteria. In-flight meals aren't really a thing when you're military. Wanna come with? Two sets of eyes are better than one and all that jazz?"

-dramatic music ensues-
GIG Forever livid from Where I want to be Since: Feb, 2010
Forever livid
#116: Oct 3rd 2016 at 3:35:12 PM

"Hey hey hey Kaylid, simmer down a bit," D' Angelo interrupted. The combination of being young and being worked up sent him into damage control, and it didn't help there there seemed to be another incident flaring up nearby. It maybe overstepping his bounds in some eyes, but considering Kaylid's age, D'Angelo wanted to make sure he didn't get looked down on by the older people. Honestly, he wasn't too sure why he was getting so invested in these two. Then again, kids and robots tend to be less likely to throw you out the airlock when you're not looking.

"Hannibal didn't mean anything negative by it, just stating facts and figures and that kind of thing. Besides, it's a bit early for that kinda picture. Let's just make it through ARMOR, and by then you might have a better idea for how it will go down."

SolusLupus Since: Apr, 2013
#117: Oct 3rd 2016 at 4:03:57 PM

Docks

Zae nodded her head in response before dismissively waving goodbye towards the rich boy. She started walking forward as she put her tablet away, and beckoned for Elaine to follow. She even sniffed the air a bit, trying to pick out the scent of food with her bestial sense of smell.

guyshane Combat mode, engage Since: Jan, 2012 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
Combat mode, engage
#118: Oct 3rd 2016 at 11:02:45 PM

Elaine followed and then stared in confusion at Zae sniffing the air. "Umm...not to be rude. But should we maybe just, check a map first? I'm sure there must be one nearby, right?"

-dramatic music ensues-
TheRealWren Omega Overlord. Or superjwren329. Either or. from I...honestly have no idea. Since: Jan, 2011
Omega Overlord. Or superjwren329. Either or.
#119: Oct 3rd 2016 at 11:03:57 PM

Docks

Politely wishing his fellow students the best of luck with their pursuits...and making a quick mental note of what was going on with...some of their...quirks before curtly turning and leaving for the store.

Store.

Sliding off his head-set and glancing around the room as he finally made it. ...Although at the moment, it seemed only one other person was here. That...Sylvester fellow.

"...Well, er, hello again, sir. I...don't believe I got your name..."

Hope you weren't expecting anything witty here. Maybe some day.
darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#120: Oct 3rd 2016 at 11:55:09 PM

ARMOR Store

"I already know what I want to go do! I-" He started to snap towards D'Angelo then just paused, the words actually sinking in. Though it does take him a few moments as the group is moving for him to recompose himself. Though once he did, he realized how it would look to the others, notably those who hadn't met him and just nods. "Okay, yeah. Sorry Hannibal, yeah lets just get through all of this together for now." Mostly cooling down at this point, even if he was a little agitated still, should be fine given he gets time to cool off..

The group now probably make it into the store to see Sylvester and Ren, though Kaylid hasn't paid them or the other students who might be here much thought yet. "Cool, I did read that right! I-" he congratulates himself getting the map directions right though pauses a bit.

Looking up towards the others besides him.. "We should grab our stuff before too many others get here. It would save us waiting in line." He proposes, clearly trying to think a bit more logically and act a bit more mature.

edited 4th Oct '16 4:57:46 AM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
Mistfader Since: Aug, 2016
#121: Oct 4th 2016 at 3:10:03 AM

ARMOR Store

The drone didn't comment on the small ensuing debate, just listened. However, when they reached the store, it found its voice again. "Query. Would they be installing any necessary communications or HUD equipment on board my central intelligence, or in this drone?" It seemed to be aiming the question at nobody in particular; a habit from years of simulation training.

GIG Forever livid from Where I want to be Since: Feb, 2010
Forever livid
#122: Oct 4th 2016 at 6:44:45 AM

D'Angelo held back a sigh of relief. Considering the emotions at play the incident could have gone worse, but now they were queuing up at the store without much side eyeing that he could notice. "Sounds like a plan," he said, nodding at Kaylid he moved into line.

Hearing Hannibal's question, D'Angelo shrugged. "This big of an organization, with so many hands? They probably got something for just about anyone or thing. Apps, drives, add ons, injectables, wearables, implants, that kinda stuff."

darkdestinysoul Since: Mar, 2015
#123: Oct 4th 2016 at 6:56:32 AM

ARMOR Store

Kaylid nodded to D'Angelo. "Yeah, if I remember right they have a few options. The main thing is a neuralVR device. Just attaches behind your ear I think and communications and other computing stuff transmitted to us through it, but i'm sure they've got other things and something that you could either install or just attach. If not, I can always help you install something." He responds, taking the occasional deep breath, still agitated but trying to act mature in control.
The line was pretty short since not many others were here, probably he at the front very soon.

edited 4th Oct '16 6:58:07 AM by darkdestinysoul

"After time adrift among open stars, along tides of light and through shoals of dust, I will return to where I began."
Sergey_Smirnov Trans Terminus Homo from Everywhere and Nowhere (With a german accent) Since: Aug, 2015 Relationship Status: Consider his love an honor
Trans Terminus Homo
#124: Oct 4th 2016 at 8:07:02 AM

ARMOR, Store

Sylvester turned to see some others arrive, he gave a salute, as he heard the question he looked "Its Sylvester... Sylvester Volkov." After another od he turned, looking who else came. It seemed to be... quite the bunch.

"One may feel fear in the face of danger so long as one banishes fear when danger actually arrives"
PhilosopherStones Anyways Here's Darude Sandstorm from The North (lots of planets have them) (Troper Knight) Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
Anyways Here's Darude Sandstorm
#125: Oct 4th 2016 at 8:36:37 AM

ARMOR, Docks -> Store

Jace furrowed his brow as the mute girl dismissively turned to leave.

Whatever, she's probablyba floosy anyways...

With a huff he follows the group to the Store in silence.

GIVE ME YOUR FACE

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