Kintobor Posted August 5, 2021 Posted August 5, 2021 3 minutes ago, The Legonater said: 'Kay, but our dwarven friend looks pretty skittish. I'm 'fraid he might bolt off if we don't keep an eye on him. Soren absently scratched at his chin. I recognize the virtue of exploring what we have to work with, I'm just worried 'bout our mission. That's a broad-scope problem, though - I'll leave the intricate plans to you. What do you reckon is best? Zaria turned to look back at the dwarf, thinking on the issue. "I am the most athletic person out of the three of us, no insult intended. If our friend tries to run, I will follow him. You two investigate the car, your skills are better suited to the task. Is there any issue between the two of you with this plan?"
Waterbrick Down Posted August 7, 2021 Author Posted August 7, 2021 MM Note: Keeping things moving. Soren passes through the Dining Car and finds himself in the Business Class Seating Car.
The Legonater Posted August 9, 2021 Posted August 9, 2021 Soren stands at the entrance to the car for a while, unsure where to go, before stepping towards the waitress. Say, have you seen any Quarm in this area recently? I had a friend I was supposed to meet.
Kintobor Posted August 11, 2021 Posted August 11, 2021 Zaria leans back as she watches Soren leave the car, quickly turning her attention to the dwarf. If he stood up to make a run for it, she'd know.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 16, 2021 Author Posted August 16, 2021 On 8/9/2021 at 5:38 PM, The Legonater said: Soren stands at the entrance to the car for a while, unsure where to go, before stepping towards the waitress. Say, have you seen any Quarm in this area recently? I had a friend I was supposed to meet. "Well I just handed a menu to M. Tolouse a few minutes back so they might be in the dining car. As for M. Billings, I believe the lavatory is currently their abode. They complained of an upset spliver due to motion sickness earlier."
Waterbrick Down Posted August 16, 2021 Author Posted August 16, 2021 On 8/11/2021 at 2:39 AM, Kintobor said: Zaria leans back as she watches Soren leave the car, quickly turning her attention to the dwarf. If he stood up to make a run for it, she'd know. Zaria Perception Check (DC 1, 3) - (1, 3, 5) 1 Success As Zaria settles in to her seat she watches as the Dwarf relaxes in his chair and then shuts his eyes, sleeping. Outside the window the elf notes a brief flash of sunlight reflecting into the cabin before it disappears.
Kintobor Posted August 16, 2021 Posted August 16, 2021 5 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: Zaria Perception Check (DC 1, 3) - (1, 3, 5) 1 Success As Zaria settles in to her seat she watches as the Dwarf relaxes in his chair and then shuts his eyes, sleeping. Outside the window the elf notes a brief flash of sunlight reflecting into the cabin before it disappears. Zaria looks around the cabin, looking for some kind of indicator for the current time. OOC: Basically, is it normal for the sun to be out right now?
Waterbrick Down Posted August 16, 2021 Author Posted August 16, 2021 Zaria spots a chronosphere keeping time above the cabin door. Although not intimately acquainted with Oquim's planetary rotation she did recall them leaving the station at close to dusk and would not have expected any daylight at this time.
Kintobor Posted August 16, 2021 Posted August 16, 2021 Zaria furrowed her brow in concern. "Excuse me, Bleoberis." Zaria waves down the attendant. "Is it normal for the sun to be out at this time? I noticed a flash of light reflecting off the window that seemed a little too bright to be the lighting in here." She points to where she saw the bright light reflect off the window.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 16, 2021 Author Posted August 16, 2021 "It is not, though Oquim's atmosphere is quite cloudy so even if was high noon, I doubt you'd get much except a filtered glow."
The Legonater Posted August 16, 2021 Posted August 16, 2021 19 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Well I just handed a menu to M. Tolouse a few minutes back so they might be in the dining car. As for M. Billings, I believe the lavatory is currently their abode. They complained of an upset spliver due to motion sickness earlier." Thanks for the help, ma'am. Soren glances around the cabin for a moment more, before heading forward to the next car.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 16, 2021 Author Posted August 16, 2021 25 minutes ago, The Legonater said: Thanks for the help, ma'am. Soren glances around the cabin for a moment more, before heading forward to the next car. Soren goes to investigate the next car, but finds the door locked and only accessible by a key card. "Sir, that's Engineering. Authorized personal only." Returning back the way he came, Soren finds himself in the Dining Car. A delightful concoction of smells greet Soren as he enters the car. A Quarm and Amourai are currently seated eating, while a Quo'Ri is busy preparing plate after plate in his limited kitchen space. A O'Kor'uk squeezes past with a tray of food and beverages. "Excuse me, pardon me. Just flag me down if you want to order something, otherwise feel free to talk to the chef."
The Legonater Posted August 16, 2021 Posted August 16, 2021 A little frazzled and turned around, Soren reaches for a seat next to the Quarm. 'Easy to get lost in a place like this, the pilot mentions. Say, do you have a manu I could look at?
Kintobor Posted August 16, 2021 Posted August 16, 2021 1 hour ago, Waterbrick Down said: "It is not, though Oquim's atmosphere is quite cloudy so even if was high noon, I doubt you'd get much except a filtered glow." Concerned, Zaria looked out the window to see if she could get a better view of what was outside. "Is there any kind of industry or factories along the route? The light was quite large, like a searchlight, almost." Zaria recalls to the attendant, trying to deduce what she saw could possibly be.
Waterbrick Down Posted August 17, 2021 Author Posted August 17, 2021 4 hours ago, The Legonater said: A little frazzled and turned around, Soren reaches for a seat next to the Quarm. 'Easy to get lost in a place like this, the pilot mentions. Say, do you have a manu I could look at? The Quarm responded in a somewhat muffled tone almost as if the voice was being strained through several layers of cotton wool. "I hadn't noticed, it's a very... linear layout. Here." The M-Tek uniformed Quarm slides a mechanical tentacle with a menu over to Soren. Quote Boreal Express Eatery Trikkle on Rye - 5 Credits Roast Valyian Marsh Hawk - 10 Credits (Criblets removed +3 Credits) Stuffed Covo'Covo Grouper - 20 Credits Popcorn - 1 Credit 4 hours ago, Kintobor said: Concerned, Zaria looked out the window to see if she could get a better view of what was outside. "Is there any kind of industry or factories along the route? The light was quite large, like a searchlight, almost." Zaria recalls to the attendant, trying to deduce what she saw could possibly be. "At this point in the journey, we're pretty removed from any of the industrial centers. Mostly gas vats at this distance, not really the scenic part of the route. Now the canyons, those are a sight to behold...The light sounds puzzling, perhaps some sort of astrological phenomenon? I can make a note with engineering if you'd like."
Kintobor Posted August 17, 2021 Posted August 17, 2021 2 minutes ago, Waterbrick Down said: "At this point in the journey, we're pretty removed from any of the industrial centers. Mostly gas vats at this distance, not really the scenic part of the route. Now the canyons, those are a sight to behold...The light sounds puzzling, perhaps some sort of astrological phenomenon? I can make a note with engineering if you'd like." Zaria nods, exhaling. "I imagine the canyons are. Perhaps I'm merely being on edge after that fight with the stowaway. It wouldn't hurt to make a note, anyways. Thank you." Zaria wasn't sure if what she'd seen was nothing of interest or not, but decided to sit on this information for the time being. "What's the layout of the train, like? I know the baggage car is over there, but what's in the other direction, if you don't mind me asking?"
The Legonater Posted August 17, 2021 Posted August 17, 2021 2 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: The Quarm responded in a somewhat muffled tone almost as if the voice was being strained through several layers of cotton wool. "I hadn't noticed, it's a very... linear layout. Here." The M-Tek uniformed Quarm slides a mechanical tentacle with a menu over to Soren. To be honest, that's part of what's so confusing. Some days I feel more used to maneuvering in three dimensions. Soren takes a mental note of the Quarm's uniform. That's both their leads tagged. He tried to catch Yelana's eye, assuming she followed him, in hopes to communicate with Zaria that they had both targets tailed. Turning back to the menu, he balks at some of the prices, instinctively checking his account. There... seemed to be even less credits there than he anticipated. How did that...? Fighting the uncertainty creeping at the edge of his brain, Soren flagged down the O'Kor'uk. Just popcorn, please, he ordered, then turned back to the Quarm. So what brings you here on the Boreal Express?
Waterbrick Down Posted August 17, 2021 Author Posted August 17, 2021 11 hours ago, Kintobor said: Zaria nods, exhaling. "I imagine the canyons are. Perhaps I'm merely being on edge after that fight with the stowaway. It wouldn't hurt to make a note, anyways. Thank you." Zaria wasn't sure if what she'd seen was nothing of interest or not, but decided to sit on this information for the time being. "What's the layout of the train, like? I know the baggage car is over there, but what's in the other direction, if you don't mind me asking?" "Well you've got your Engine at the front, followed by Engineering which houses the fuel generator, after that is Business Class Seating, followed by the Dining Car, then Economy Seating, Baggage, and finally the crew's quarters." 8 hours ago, The Legonater said: To be honest, that's part of what's so confusing. Some days I feel more used to maneuvering in three dimensions. Soren takes a mental note of the Quarm's uniform. That's both their leads tagged. He tried to catch Yelana's eye, assuming she followed him, in hopes to communicate with Zaria that they had both targets tailed. Turning back to the menu, he balks at some of the prices, instinctively checking his account. There... seemed to be even less credits there than he anticipated. How did that...? Fighting the uncertainty creeping at the edge of his brain, Soren flagged down the O'Kor'uk. Just popcorn, please, he ordered, then turned back to the Quarm. "Sure thing, sir. Do you want that with Famonian Butter?" 8 hours ago, The Legonater said: So what brings you here on the Boreal Express? "Business for M-Tek. I've got a project planning meeting in Parous. Yourself?"
The Legonater Posted August 17, 2021 Posted August 17, 2021 6 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Sure thing, sir. Do you want that with Famonian Butter?" Uh, sure. Why not? 6 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Business for M-Tek. I've got a project planning meeting in Parous. Yourself?" I also have business for M-Tek, thought Soren. He considered his options carefully. I'm just a humble pilot. I heard there'd be work at the end of this train, so I hopped aboard. He gave an imperceptible smirk. Technically, nothing he'd said had been a lie. What kind of project are you planning? Or is that sort of thing a secret?
Waterbrick Down Posted August 17, 2021 Author Posted August 17, 2021 "That's an expensive fare for just a chance of employment." "Here you go sir... and the gloves." The O'Kor'Uk hands Soren a gleaming box of steaming popped kernels and a pair of latex gloves on account of the amount of butter. Famonian Buttered Popcorn: (Consumable) +1 Success to next Performance Check "Careful, too much of that and you'll plug an artery. Infrastructure, new developments, keep your eyes on the streaming channels, I'm sure you'll see a press release in a few days. It's going to be big."
Kintobor Posted August 17, 2021 Posted August 17, 2021 8 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Well you've got your Engine at the front, followed by Engineering which houses the fuel generator, after that is Business Class Seating, followed by the Dining Car, then Economy Seating, Baggage, and finally the crew's quarters." "I see. Thank you for this knowledge." Zaria nods. She waits for Bloeberis to step away before watching the dwarf again, this time looking to see where he left the briefcase he had.
Classic_Spaceman Posted August 18, 2021 Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) On 8/4/2021 at 12:04 AM, Kintobor said: "You two heard what I heard the attendant say, right?" Zaria said softly, grinning to herself. "The cars are soundproof. Interesting..." "Yeah, I heard it - Don't get any ideas. We're already in headless-guy-tied-up-in-a-soundproof-room territory, and we only just got on the damn train! Let's not make this any weirder." On 8/5/2021 at 6:53 PM, Kintobor said: Zaria turned to look back at the dwarf, thinking on the issue. "I am the most athletic person out of the three of us, no insult intended. If our friend tries to run, I will follow him. You two investigate the car, your skills are better suited to the task. Is there any issue between the two of you with this plan?" "I'll make it work." Edited August 18, 2021 by Classic_Spaceman
Classic_Spaceman Posted August 18, 2021 Posted August 18, 2021 (edited) "<. . . wait - Again, or still? Shit. . . Keep me updated - Fennix out.>" As Yelana makes her way through the Business Class car, she notices the Elf that Zaria mentioned earlier. "Hmmm. . . <Enhance visual and audio.>" "<ENHANCING. . . >" On 8/16/2021 at 5:24 PM, Waterbrick Down said: 19 hours ago, The Legonater said: Soren takes a mental note of the Quarm's uniform. That's both their leads tagged. He tried to catch Yelana's eye, assuming she followed him, in hopes to communicate with Zaria that they had both targets tailed. Turning back to the menu, he balks at some of the prices, instinctively checking his account. There... seemed to be even less credits there than he anticipated. How did that...? Yelana walked into the dining car just as a strange light flashed by. Flicking her eyes around the room, she tried to see if anyone else had noticed, before leaning against the counter beside Soren. "Hey." 3 hours ago, Waterbrick Down said: "Careful, too much of that and you'll plug an artery. Infrastructure, new developments, keep your eyes on the streaming channels, I'm sure you'll see a press release in a few days. It's going to be big." "At least you can get White Knight to mod your chat - If you're not a corp, top-twenty, or have a side-gig that's not ad-friendly, the comments can be a real shitshow." Yelana reached behind Soren to take a piece of popcorn, then tossed it into her mouth - Then found herself barely able to chew! "Ughlp! What the?! That is disgusting! All I can taste is salt, and it's absolutely drowning in grease! Reminds me of that pasta salad. . . "Yelana gagged, then waved toward the O'Kor'uk server. "Do you happen to know where the restroom is? I need to wash my hands." OoC: Spoiler @Waterbrick Down, @Kintobor, @The Legonater: I apologise for not participating much (or at all!) recently - I have had a lot on my mind! 😬 Edited August 18, 2021 by Classic_Spaceman
Waterbrick Down Posted August 18, 2021 Author Posted August 18, 2021 3 hours ago, Kintobor said: "I see. Thank you for this knowledge." Zaria nods. She waits for Bloeberis to step away before watching the dwarf again, this time looking to see where he left the briefcase he had. Zaria notes the briefcase is slid behind the Dwarf's seat. 1 hour ago, Classic_Spaceman said: "<. . . wait - Again, or still? Shit. . . Keep me updated - Fennix out.>" As Yelana makes her way through the Business Class car, she notices the Elf that Zaria mentioned earlier. "Hmmm. . . <Enhance visual and audio.>" "<ENHANCING. . . >" Yelana Perception Check (DC 1) - (4, 2, 3, 2, +1) 2 Successes Yelana recognizes the symbol of the Thaumaturgic Society and notes the Elf seems to be studying a religious holoscroll on Telehanism. 1 hour ago, Classic_Spaceman said: Yelana walked into the dining car just as a strange light flashed by. Flicking her eyes around the room, she tried to see if anyone else had noticed, before leaning against the counter beside Soren. "Hey." No one else in the dining car seems to take note of the bright flash. 1 hour ago, Classic_Spaceman said: "At least you can get White Knight to mod your chat - If you're not a corp, top-twenty, or have a side-gig that's not ad-friendly, the comments can be a real shitshow." Yelana reached behind Soren to take a piece of popcorn, then tossed it into her mouth - Then found herself barely able to chew! "Ughlp! What the?! That is disgusting! All I can taste is salt, and it's absolutely drowning in grease! Reminds me of that pasta salad. . . "Yelana gagged, then waved toward the O'Kor'uk server. "Do you happen to know where the restroom is? I need to wash my hands." "Pfft... that's what the gloves are for, now it'll be on everything." The O'Kor'Uk indicates two washrooms adjoining the dining car. "One on the left is occupied currently. Do you just want a towel?" 1 hour ago, Classic_Spaceman said: OoC: Reveal hidden contents @Waterbrick Down, @Kintobor, @The Legonater: I apologise for not participating much (or at all!) recently - I have had a lot on my mind! 😬 MM Note: No problem and I'm one to talk about going on an unexpected break. Glad you're still with us.
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