The Legonater Posted August 29, 2021 Posted August 29, 2021 11 hours ago, Kintobor said: Zaria trusted the steward's word. She decided not to push the steward too much on any particular topic, not wanting to start a scene. She turned to Soren, speaking quietly. "You would not happen to have any ideas on us moving into engineering, would you?" Soren squinted, not fully tracking. To do what, exactly?
Kintobor Posted August 29, 2021 Posted August 29, 2021 (edited) 6 minutes ago, The Legonater said: Soren squinted, not fully tracking. To do what, exactly? "To find that drone." Zaria replies. "If the steward is unaware of such a device then it is not part of the train's general functions. If it is slipping under doors, and moving up through the train, then it is moving into engineering or the engine cab, and I do not like the outcome of either option. When I was alone in the economy car I saw a large light, like a searchlight hit the windows. I think something is tailing the train." Edited August 29, 2021 by Kintobor
The Legonater Posted August 29, 2021 Posted August 29, 2021 1 minute ago, Kintobor said: "To find that drone." Zaria replies. "If the steward is unaware of such a device then it is not part of the train's general functions. If it is slipping under doors, and moving up through the train, then it is moving into engineering or the engine cab, and I do not like the outcome of either option. When I was alone in the economy car I saw a large light, like a searchlight hit the windows. I think something is tailing the train." Damn. This party's getting a little crowded for my tastes. 'You think other folks are after this power source? The pilot mused for a moment. I'm not about leaving a job half-finished. Let's go to engineering, see if we can't find anything.
Kintobor Posted August 29, 2021 Posted August 29, 2021 3 minutes ago, The Legonater said: Damn. This party's getting a little crowded for my tastes. 'You think other folks are after this power source? The pilot mused for a moment. I'm not about leaving a job half-finished. Let's go to engineering, see if we can't find anything. "If our tickets were stolen at Parous, it is possible it was made in an attempt to keep us off the train. ...Agreed. If that cube goes missing this train will be scoured top to bottom and they will catch onto our actions by the authorities at Con'Stop. We will have an impossible task on our hands should such an event happen." Zaria follows Soren into engineering.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 6 hours ago, Kintobor said: "If our tickets were stolen at Parous, it is possible it was made in an attempt to keep us off the train. ...Agreed. If that cube goes missing this train will be scoured top to bottom and they will catch onto our actions by the authorities at Con'Stop. We will have an impossible task on our hands should such an event happen." Zaria follows Soren into engineering. Zaria and Soren move through the Business car, but still find the door to Engineering locked, a placard overhead reading "Employees Only".
Kintobor Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 "I figured as much." Zaria comments, furrowing her brow. Even as a child, locks always eluded her, impeding her travels. "You wouldn't happen to have anything to make this door open, would you, Soren?"
The Legonater Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 9 minutes ago, Kintobor said: "I figured as much." Zaria comments, furrowing her brow. Even as a child, locks always eluded her, impeding her travels. "You wouldn't happen to have anything to make this door open, would you, Soren?" Nothing particularly legal. We might be able to get the steward from the economy car to give us a hand, but I reckon we're already stretching his good graces a little thin. Soren feels at the gun against his hip, wondering if there truly were no better ways around this. The cars were soundproof, after alll...Soren glances around the cabin, checking if anyone was cognisant of them.
Classic_Spaceman Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 (edited) On 8/27/2021 at 9:09 AM, Waterbrick Down said: Abam remains unconscious. Yelana opens the case with some difficulty, the lock being even more scratched and dented in the process. "<Deactivate Cloak Matrix.>" "<CLOAK MATRIX DEACTIVATED.>" Yelana opened the case, removing the Radiation Gauntlet and placing it on her hand. "<Integrate - File under 'Radiation Armour'.>" "<INTEGRATING. . . >" Black lines wound themselves around the gauntlet from Yelana's arm, as red metal and silver circuitry spread across her suit. Small plates of black armour shifted around in a dizzying cascade, before her suit returned to normal. "<Activate Radiation Armour.>" The red lines on Yelana's armour glowed brightly for a moment, then subsided. Yelana smirked. "<RADIATION ARMOUR ACTIVE.>" Yelana closed the briefcase almost entirely, leaving it unlocked and the lid slightly ajar. Glancing down at the damaged lock, then up at Abam, Yelana picked up the case and carefully slid it onto a shelf behind Abam. Before replacing the backpack into the cargo bin, Yelana retrieved the bottle of white out, ensured that the lid was secure, then placed it into a pocket on the side of her belt. Tucking the pens into another pocket, Yelana stood back up and turned to Abam. "You should've made a deal." Yelana opened the baggage car's door and stepped into the Economy car, closing and locking the door as she did. OoC: Spoiler Stats updated. 👍 Edited August 30, 2021 by Classic_Spaceman
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 1 hour ago, The Legonater said: Nothing particularly legal. We might be able to get the steward from the economy car to give us a hand, but I reckon we're already stretching his good graces a little thin. Soren feels at the gun against his hip, wondering if there truly were no better ways around this. The cars were soundproof, after alll...Soren glances around the cabin, checking if anyone was cognisant of them. Of the Business Class passengers, the Undead seems asleep, the Elf and Amourai are in conversation, and the O'Kor'uk seems to be watching out the window. The latter three at seem to at least know they are there.
Classic_Spaceman Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 OoC: Spoiler FYI, I am waiting to see if anything happens in the Economy car, before I have Yelana catch up with the rest of the party.
Kintobor Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 (edited) Zaria frowns, annoyed at the amount of eyes on her and Soren. "Blast. We are not going to be able to get in without causing a scene." The wheels in Zaria's head turned until finally an idea popped into her head. "What I am about to do is either going to be incredibly successful or make me look incredibly foolish. I have only had to use this invocation on a few select occasions, but we all must journey down the path's we take with our heads held high, and conviction in our hearts." Zaria was about to commit one of the most sacred of acts, a decision the faithful of Varuth do not take lightly. She approaches the stewardess, swelling with determination. "Stewardess. I would like to make a complaint. Immediately. With whom do I direct my dismay towards regarding the lighting situation on this train?" Edited August 30, 2021 by Kintobor
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 7 hours ago, Classic_Spaceman said: OoC: Reveal hidden contents FYI, I am waiting to see if anything happens in the Economy car, before I have Yelana catch up with the rest of the party. Yelana notes her companions still missing, but the car is quiet. The Thudaal and Celestial are both reading, the Dwarf is still snoozing, and the Human seems to be playing a game on his holopad. 7 hours ago, Kintobor said: Zaria frowns, annoyed at the amount of eyes on her and Soren. "Blast. We are not going to be able to get in without causing a scene." The wheels in Zaria's head turned until finally an idea popped into her head. "What I am about to do is either going to be incredibly successful or make me look incredibly foolish. I have only had to use this invocation on a few select occasions, but we all must journey down the path's we take with our heads held high, and conviction in our hearts." Zaria was about to commit one of the most sacred of acts, a decision the faithful of Varuth do not take lightly. She approaches the stewardess, swelling with determination. "Stewardess. I would like to make a complaint. Immediately. With whom do I direct my dismay towards regarding the lighting situation on this train?" "I'm sorry Mam, lighting? If you'd like we can dim the lights back in your car."
Kintobor Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 (edited) 1 hour ago, Waterbrick Down said: "I'm sorry Mam, lighting? If you'd like we can dim the lights back in your car." Zaria shook her head. "No no, there was a flash, with the intensity of a setting sun, like a searchlight, that struck me while resting in my car. I was informed someone in engineering would know more, and I wish to speak to them about it as soon as possible." Zaria crossed her arms, waiting for the steward's response. Edited August 30, 2021 by Kintobor
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 17 minutes ago, Kintobor said: Zaria shook her head. "No no, there was a flash, with the intensity of a setting sun, like a searchlight, that struck me while resting in my car. I was informed someone in engineering would know more, and I wish to speak to them about it as soon as possible." Zaria crossed her arms, waiting for the steward's response. Zaria Persuasion Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (1, 3, 1) 0 Successes "Mam, if you'll return to your seats, I can certainly have someone from Engineering step out when they've got a minute to speak with you about the matter."
Kintobor Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 (edited) OOC: Oof, that roll sucks. Zaria tapped her foot, looking down the car to see if anyone was watching the exchange between her and the steward. She raised her voice slightly after a sigh, hoping to draw some eyes her way and away from Soren. "Very well. I was hoping to speak to someone sooner rather than later regarding this incident, but if you can assure me that I will have the opportunity to speak to someone regarding the lighting in the economy car I would appreciate it. I will ask that you at least inform someone in engineering as soon as possible about this. First our tickets were stolen and now faulty lighting in the economy car: personally I must say that I am somewhat disappointed in the service aboard your train, as much as it pains me to say. I do not enjoy informing my social circle of a bad trip, especially one advertised as luxuriously as yours." Edited August 30, 2021 by Kintobor
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 Zaria Performance Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (2, 5, 1) 1 Successes While failing to convince the steward of the immediacy of her problem, Zaria does manage to get most of the attention on herself and off of Soren. "As I said, Mam, we'll get a note to them. If you'd like I can provide some complementary sunglasses in your car."
The Legonater Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 Damnit, Soren thought, watching Zaria make a scene. They didn't have anything resembling a plan, and any movement at this point could become disastrous. The engineer didn't appear to be stepping out, which would have given Soren a chance to sneak in. And it didn't look like time was a factor on their side. He would have to do something now. His hand was still on his gun. Shooting the lock would attract a lot of undue attention, but maybe, if he was lucky... Soren flips the gun around and tries to quietly break the lock with the butt of the weapon.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 19 minutes ago, The Legonater said: Damnit, Soren thought, watching Zaria make a scene. They didn't have anything resembling a plan, and any movement at this point could become disastrous. The engineer didn't appear to be stepping out, which would have given Soren a chance to sneak in. And it didn't look like time was a factor on their side. He would have to do something now. His hand was still on his gun. Shooting the lock would attract a lot of undue attention, but maybe, if he was lucky... Soren flips the gun around and tries to quietly break the lock with the butt of the weapon. MM Note: You know, hacking is a thing. Soren Stealth Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (1, 5, 5) 2 Successes Soren Athletics Proficiency Check (DC 1, 3) - (6, 5, 5) 3 Successes Soren positions himself in front of the Engineering Door keypad. With an inconspicuous shift he slams the butt of his gun down on the door handle with enough force to bust through the lock. Slipping through the gangway connection, he finds himself with two Engineers in a heated argument. "...and then what do you think is going to happen? We're already nearly at 200% normal operating velocity." "She'll do find. Whatcha think I've been doing this entire time, just sitting on my paws there?" "I... um hello there?" The female human turns to Soren.
The Legonater Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 3 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: MM Note: You know, hacking is a thing. In my mind, Soren would prefer the direct approach - but forgot that he does literally have a hacking chip and Entropic Mending for this exact sort of scenario. 4 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "I... um hello there?" The female human turns to Soren. Uh, hey. Minor emergency here. There's been a lot of screwy things going on with this train and I'd like some answers. I heard you were the folks to talk to. Would y'all happen to know anything about passing blinding lights, a drone shifting down the length of the train, or the thrusters that appear to have touched down on our roof?
Kintobor Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 1 hour ago, Waterbrick Down said: Zaria Performance Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (2, 5, 1) 1 Successes While failing to convince the steward of the immediacy of her problem, Zaria does manage to get most of the attention on herself and off of Soren. "As I said, Mam, we'll get a note to them. If you'd like I can provide some complementary sunglasses in your car." "Complimentary sunglasses?" Zaria notes Soren make his way into the engineering car, realizing it's time to wrap up her moment in the spotlight. "Very well, but I find this to be quite out of the ordinary. Is lighting normally enough of an issue on this train to warrant handing out complimentary sunglasses?" Zaria inquired.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 6 minutes ago, The Legonater said: In my mind, Soren would prefer the direct approach - but forgot that he does literally have a hacking chip and Entropic Mending for this exact sort of scenario. Uh, hey. Minor emergency here. There's been a lot of screwy things going on with this train and I'd like some answers. I heard you were the folks to talk to. Would y'all happen to know anything about passing blinding lights, a drone shifting down the length of the train, or the thrusters that appear to have touched down on our roof? "I'm sorry, who are you?" "Hold a gosh darn minute there, Marta, he saw the lights too and I was just sayin' we're losing velocity, even though we were boosting at 200% from the onset. Wait, what's this about a drone there?" 4 minutes ago, Kintobor said: "Complimentary sunglasses?" Zaria notes Soren make his way into the engineering car, realizing it's time to wrap up her moment in the spotlight. "Very well, but I find this to be quite out of the ordinary. Is lighting normally enough of an issue on this train to warrant handing out complimentary sunglasses?" Zaria inquired. "Never, but I'm sure we can make an exception, Mam."
The Legonater Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 2 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "I'm sorry, who are you?" "Hold a gosh darn minute there, Marta, he saw the lights too and I was just sayin' we're losing velocity, even though we were boosting at 200% from the onset. Wait, what's this about a drone there?" I'm a... concerned traveler. The drone was small, 'looked like it was able to shapeshift or somet'ing like that. 'Not sure what it was doing, but it looked suspicious. Also, you were boosting at 200? Won't that wear our the enginges? What was so important that you were in such a rush?
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 1 minute ago, The Legonater said: I'm a... concerned traveler. "Uh huh, and I'd really like to know how you got in here. Perhaps I should call a steward." 1 minute ago, The Legonater said: The drone was small, 'looked like it was able to shapeshift or somet'ing like that. 'Not sure what it was doing, but it looked suspicious. Soren Perception Proficiency Check (DC 1,3) - (2, 4, 5) 2 Successes Soren doesn't spot the drone, but he does note that the next door, presumably to the Engine, is magnetically sealed off with no space for squeezing underneath. "Haven't seen any drone, but we've been a bit busy since the train got underway." 5 minutes ago, The Legonater said: Also, you were boosting at 200? Won't that wear our the enginges? What was so important that you were in such a rush? Soren Persuasion Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (2, 4, 5) 2 Successes "Aye you're right there, two hundred percent. Shouldn't be any issue though, the Express's hover mounts are cast out of Hydrocobalt, it could survive startravel if needed. No rush there, just trying out a new fuel source."
The Legonater Posted August 30, 2021 Posted August 30, 2021 37 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Uh huh, and I'd really like to know how you got in here. Perhaps I should call a steward." I'm sorry, would you have preferred it if I didn't come to you about an emergency? This seemed like the sort of thing you'd want to know, so I acted fast. Drastic times and measures, and all that. 38 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: Soren doesn't spot the drone, but he does note that the next door, presumably to the Engine, is magnetically sealed off with no space for squeezing underneath. "Haven't seen any drone, but we've been a bit busy since the train got underway." As he grows aware of his surroundings, Soren tries to gain insight on how truthful the engineer is. 40 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Aye you're right there, two hundred percent. Shouldn't be any issue though, the Express's hover mounts are cast out of Hydrocobalt, it could survive startravel if needed. No rush there, just trying out a new fuel source." That's still an awful lot for a stress test, especially with passengers on board. 'Not exactly how I would treat a new pair of wings, but you're the professional here, so what do I know? Yeah, you're using Qavoron crystals, right? How do they stack up against the old guard? Soren settles a little into the conversation, enjoying being able to talk shop with somebody, and hoping the one engineer might stick up for him a little if the human presses any further.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 30, 2021 Author Posted August 30, 2021 12 minutes ago, The Legonater said: I'm sorry, would you have preferred it if I didn't come to you about an emergency? This seemed like the sort of thing you'd want to know, so I acted fast. Drastic times and measures, and all that. "I'm sure if it was an emergency a Steward would have let us know. You still haven't answered any of my questions though which I find concerning..." 12 minutes ago, The Legonater said: As he grows aware of his surroundings, Soren tries to gain insight on how truthful the engineer is. Soren Insight Proficiency Check (DC 1) - (5, 5, 3) 2 Successes The Cricet while excitable does seem to be honest. 12 minutes ago, The Legonater said: That's still an awful lot for a stress test, especially with passengers on board. 'Not exactly how I would treat a new pair of wings, but you're the professional here, so what do I know? Yeah, you're using Qavoron crystals, right? How do they stack up against the old guard? Soren settles a little into the conversation, enjoying being able to talk shop with somebody, and hoping the one engineer might stick up for him a little if the human presses any further. "What are you, some sort of pilot?" "Quavoron's the standard stuff for the propulsion, still requires a power source to get them to excite though. Kind of like an electro-magnet, 'cept in stead of creating a magnetic field, you're creating a gravity field. Much better than your typical combustion or arcane engines, but the radiation from your power source needs a bunch of shielding so it's only suitable for the bigger heavier vehicles." "Erling, really?" At this point a small black shape darts from under the work bench heading back for the door to Business Class.
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