Session Start: Thu Dec 11 21:44:17 2003
Session Ident: #taw
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<DeathStar> Session 135: Crystal Exodus Part XI - Pairing Up
<DeathStar> Location: McCabe's Office
<DeathStar> Time Chart: 30 mins later
* DeathStar sits in a chair, resting.
* Snipe leans against a wall.
* Ire stands there, with Ayn and Pope on either side of him.
<Dahok> How's Firebird doing?
<DeathStar> Drake: *is in there now* I don't care what you did for my ship, the Alliance still wants Janus in control of this planet.
* Junior looks among the people.
<Junior> Quite the crowd.
<DeathStar> Ayn: He'll be okay.
* Slasher looks at Drake
<Slasher> Denied.
<Slasher> As the Leader of this Planet, I say otherwise.
<Ariel`> *shakes her head* From what I've seen, I trust even Slasher more than Janus.
* Sardis lookd to Drake.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *sits off to the side*
<Bobo-The-Alien> But what of McCabe?
<Katrina`> Sir, our ship isn't even space worthy. You can't leave unless they repair it.
<Bobo-The-Alien> NRP: Stark... :P
<DeathStar> McCabe: Yes, what of me, ... President? What is to be MY fate?
* Slasher turns to McCabe
<DeathStar> Ayn: *seems to be discussing something with Pope*
<Slasher> We've all been pawns before, you did what you thought was right.
<Bobo-The-Alien> Boh.
* Slasher walks over to him and places his hand on his shoulder
<Slasher> NRP: SLasheR> And thats why I'm going to have to kill you now...JUDO CHOP!
<DeathStar> Drake: *turns to Katrina* I don't care. The Alliance isn't going to overlook this so easily.
<Snipe> ...I have a suggestion, Captain Drake. *steps forward* It's something you should all know.
<Slasher> I want your help again in fulfilling my dream.
* Silouette glances at Snipe, but says nothing.
<DeathStar> McCabe: ... *looks at Slasher, then nods, as if unsure*
<Snipe> There's something you all need to know. *raises his voice*
<Slasher> We'll do it right this time McCabe.
* DeathStar turns to look at Slasher.
<DeathStar> NRP: Er, Snipe.
<Dias> Speak a little louder you pansy.
* Junior looks to Snipe.
<Snipe> There's a terrible threat to this galaxy and it's coming very soon.
* Ire focuses on Snipe.
* Slasher focuses his attention on Snipe
* Katrina` looks at Snipe
<Silouette> .....more melodrama?
<Junior> What is it?
<Snipe> We don't know much about them. Hell, we probably know more than anyone else, but it's obvious. Slasher, while you were gone, I've been looking into the race known as the Motenks. They've left relics all over the galaxy thousands and thousands of years old. Some can even raise the dead.
<Snipe> These Motenks... They're what the Aquarius encountered with the Bots. I'm positive they were the ones who took out the Bot Homeworld. Which means they must be back. Also, I'm willing to bet it was a Motenk ship that shot down the Aquarius.
<DeathStar> ...
<Ariel`> ...you have GOT to be kidding me.
<DeathStar> Drake: That thing that shot us one time? That's a Motenk?
<Slasher> He's not kidding Ariel.
<Junior> So you're saying... we're going to be going up against more of what Death Star was before he came to his senses?
<Slasher> Drake, do you grab any video of their ship?
<Snipe> Basically, Junior. Only they won't be using him as a vessel. These will be the real deal.
<Slasher> What Death Star was and what the Motenks are, are two different things.
<DeathStar> Drake: no...they blindsided us.
<Junior> How are we supposed to handle something of that calibur?
<Sardis> It's no feat to stop the bots. *holds his axe*
<Dias> A two year could've stopped those bots Sardis.
<Snipe> We need to put together a fighting force to stop them. That's where you all come in. If we don't stop them before they gather speed, then they'll roll over everyone. *turns to Drake* If we can repair the Aquarius, we could desperately use it to search them out and find out how to stop them. However, since the Alliance probably isn't happy, they might not like you doing it.
* Dahok scratches his head
<Sardis> That's what I said.
<Ire> ....
* Silouette smirks at the irony of Snipe's proposal
* Dias laughs
<DeathStar> Drake: I refuse to turn my back on the Alliance
<Katrina`> Captain! IF what they're saying is true, we could be of help to them.
<Ariel`> *shakes her head* I really have to talk some sense into Sera... If that's possible.
<Slasher> Drake, they were willing to sacrifice your men just to put some company in power of a planet.
<DeathStar> Drake: ...
<Ire> I don't know about the rest, but I refuse.
<Dias> The Alliance has lost it's real meaning ever since Vanguard has taken over.
<Snipe> What? What do you mean Ire?
<Junior> I have no goals of making an enemy of the Alliance.
<Ire> The Earth is now being held the power of three groups. Someone has to stop the Fourth Reich and Janus. I'm staying here on Earth to do that.
<Junior> I'm afraid I can't get involved in this, not now.
<DeathStar> Pope: I'm going to stick with Ire. I have pay payback with the 5th Column.
* Snipe sighs, then nods
<Slasher> Do as you wish Jr., but if we can't stop them now, then who's to say the Motenks won't continue on their way, and over your new planet.
<Silouette> ......
<Dahok> I'm going to have to stick with Ire too...I have unfinished business here.
<Junior> Then we'll deal with them at that time.
<Slasher> You won't be able to.
<Snipe> You're right, Ire. Some of us need to free Earth.
* Junior looks to Slasher for a moment.
<DeathStar> Drake: ... Alright, I agree to lend my ship to hunt out the Motenks. *says suddenly*
<Junior> That's why your group is going to stop them, or are you already entertaining thoughts of failure?
<Ariel`> Eh? What changed your mind?
<DeathStar> Drake: Yes. *says curtly*
<Slasher> We need all the help we can get Jr., someone with your potential may help turn the tide.
<DeathStar> Drake: *looks at Ariel* I have my reasons.
* Sardis looks to Drake. "I will do as my commander orders."
<Snipe> Great. Thank you, Captain Drake. I'm...going to go with Drake. To learn what I can about the Motenks.
<Slasher> And I always think of back-up plans.
* Dias looks to Eve
<DeathStar> Eve: Dias, I need to stay on Earth, with the kids.
<Dias> What do you want to do dear?
<DeathStar> Eve: But if you want to go with Snipe, I understand.
* Dias nods
<Junior> Slasher, I'm not the fighter my father was. I've been lucky up until now.
* Katrina` looks to Ariel
<Katrina`> Mom, I'm going to go back with the Aquarius, too.
* Katrina` looks at DS
<Katrina`> Is that okay?
<Slasher> Stop denieing who you are.
<DeathStar> ...It's fine. *smiles*
<Ariel`> *nods with a smile* I had always assumed you would.
<DeathStar> Ayn: *looks up* I'm afraid I'm not going to join either group. I'm sorry. But after all this, there's things I want to do.
<Stark> Warren, seeing as your mission is completed...
<Stark> I have to inquire: What would you have me do at this time?
* Ire turns to Stark
* Dahok turns to Stark
<Snipe> Ariel, would you like to come with us?
<Dahok> GAH! How the hell do you keep doing that?
<Ire> It is your choice Stark. I'm going to stop the Fourth Reich and Janus. My path might not be yours.
<Stark> ... I've been here the entire time. I even spoke up earlier.
<Dias> ...*slides upto Eve* I don't want to leave you again...
<Stark> And you, John McCormick, what would you have me do?
<DeathStar> Eve: *holds Dias* It's only for a while.
* Dias rests his head against her forehead
<Ariel`> *hesitates* Back in action? It's been quite a while since I've roamed around trying to save the universe..
<Dias> I know...but...
<Snipe> Well, we could use you, Stark, but I don't know if space would be your thing.
* Ire turns to Ayn
<Ire> I guess this goodbye.
<Stark> There is very little left for me here.
<DeathStar> Ayn: Goodbye, Warren. *nods and walks out*
<Slasher> McCabe, I've got plans for you...You lead an entire region...are you ready to leave an entire planet?
<Snipe> Then why don't you come with us?
<DeathStar> McCabe: *looks at Slasher* What are you talking about?
<DeathStar> Eve: I don't want you to go, either.
* Silouette speaks absently, a mere whisper. "...I wonder if she ever forgave..."
<Stark> Then I shall. *holds up his staff* I, after all, exist to make sure things are done right.
* Ire looks at Sil
<Ire> What will you do?
* Snipe smiles at Stark
<Snipe> Glad to have you.
* Snipe looks at DS, who has been quiet
* Silouette considers a moment.
<Snipe> What of you, DS?
* DeathStar stands
<DeathStar> I...will not be joining either side. I'm sorry. *walks out himself*
* Junior crosses his arms, leaning against the wall.
<Dias> I'll keep close contact with you love...
<Katrina`> Dad...? *watches him go*
* Slasher walks over to McCabe and begins conversing
<DeathStar> Eve: I know you will.
<Silouette> .....if we're facing Janus, then I'm obligated to join.
<Ire> I'm glad.
<Dias> Tell the kids, dad's saving the universe again...
<DeathStar> Eve: I will.
<Junior> I will be heading to the Alliance.
<Ariel`> He's been through worse than I can imagine... I don't think he's ready to take action yet.
<Snipe> ...I guess you're right.
* Ire looks at Junior
<Junior> I still have my mission to carry out.
* Slasher turns to watch DS walk out and he nods to McCabe, running out after DS
<Ire> If the Alliance wants me out of the way, I don't think my going with you would be wise.
* DeathStar stands in the hallway
* Dias wraps his arms around Eve's waste, pulling her close
* Slasher slows down to a walking pace and walks upto DS
* Junior nods slowly.
<DeathStar> McCabe: I will have crews get to work on the Aquarius. However, it will be a few months before it'll be ready. Until then, I advise you all to rest on Earth.
<Snipe> Sounds good. Give us a few months to supply for the search.
<Junior> Either way, my ride is waiting on me. If anyone has any parting words for me...
<Dahok> You're going to need real food and supplies...not fake stuff.
* Slasher steps up beside DS
<Silouette> ...don't get yourself killed.
* Ire nods at Junior, then turns away. His face seems vaguely disappointed.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *glances at the Alt team* You know, with all the fighting, it'll be months before 5th Column or Janus is ready to move again. It'll give you time to prepare, also.
* Dahok looks down at the green tattoo on his wrist
* Junior looks at him.
<Junior> Are you sure you don't wanna come?
* Ire looks at McCabe, then at Junior
<Dahok> Or atleast strike while they're licking their wounds.
<Ire> McCabe: We're overextended, too, Dahok. We can't strike them right now.
<Dahok> Stalemates suck...
<Ire> It seems it'll be a few months before I can do anything here. *pauses*
<Silouette> ...we need to know our enemy first.
* DeathStar turns to Slasher.
* Katrina` hugs Ariel
* Slasher looks over at him
<Katrina`> It seems we have a few months together to catch up.
<Junior> You're welcome to come anyway... Maybe you could serve as a diplomat for Earth.
* Ire raises his eyebrow
<Ire> Me?
<Junior> Well, certainly not Dahok, I'll tell you.
* Ire nods
* Dahok looks at Jr.
<Ariel`> I'm afraid I don't have many stories for you this time. Though, from the sounds of it, I have enough to hear from you.
<Ire> I'll go with you. But only for a few months.
* Junior nods.
* Junior grabs his Jacket.
* Ire turns to Silouette.
<Ire> Keep things calm while I'm gone.
* Silouette nods.
<Silouette> ...I'll do my best.
<Dahok> NRP: It's almost like Snipe and Garland all over again...cept' a lot less bickering.
<Junior> My ship is near the Altros's location. So that's where we need to head when we're ready.
<Dahok> Who's going to lead us now?
* Snipe stands there
* Junior looks to Snipe.
<Junior> ... Any words of wisdom, prophet?
<Dahok> And dont' say me...
<Snipe> Well, Dahok, with a few months for everyone to do what they want...I suggest a nice vacation.
* Snipe turns to Junior, smiling.
<Dahok> Guess I could return home for a while..
<Snipe> Good luck with your mission.
<Dahok> If they don't kill me, that is.
* Junior nods.
* Junior looks to Eve.
<Katrina`> GM: *outside, snow begins to drop*
* Dias goes in for the kiss
<Katrina`> Eve: *kisses Dias*
<Junior> I hope I've earned your trust by now.
* Dias pulls back
<Katrina`> Eve: *looks at Junior* I hope you'll think about coming back.
<Dias> ...*turns to Jr.* Mind not interuppting the moment!
<Dias> Geeze, someone people's kids...I swear!
<DeathStar> Yes, Slasher?
<Bobo-The-Alien> *pauses* We all do what we have to do.
<Bobo-The-Alien> NRP: Gah. :P
* Ariel` shakes her head
* Junior heads for the door.
<Slasher> Are you going to seek the road to redemption?
* Ire follows Junior
* DeathStar looks at his hands
<DeathStar> I don't know.
* Slasher looks down at his hands too
<Slasher> These hands...they're staind with the blood of countless people...some innocent, some guilty.
* Junior glances to Ire, walking down the hallway.
<Junior> I suppose this is your vacation, this time.
<Slasher> Do you know why I've kept going Star?
<Ire> ...I suppose it is.
* DeathStar shrugs
* Junior looks at him for a moment.
<Slasher> I keep going, because I hope that every time I do something for the better, that these stains will finally be washed away.
<DeathStar> ...
<DeathStar> McCabe: *coughs behind Slasher*
<Slasher> ......McCabe's behind me isn't he.
<DeathStar> Yes.
* Junior walks by DS and company, he turns his gaze to DS for a moment.
* DeathStar looks up, watching Junior.
<Slasher> ...*turns around*
<DeathStar> McCabe: With your house having burned down, you're going to need a place to stay. I have a large mansion built. You and your friends/family can stay there.
* Junior stops, looking at him.
* Slasher smiles
<Slasher> Thank you McCabe.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *nods*
* Slasher turns back around and puts his hand on DS's shoulder
<Junior> And you, what are you going to do?
* Ire glances at his comm as it beeps, then he picks up. A voice recording plays.
<Slasher> Hopefully he'll go to a strip club with me tonight.
<DeathStar> ..... *glances at Slasher, then back at Junior* I don't know.
* Slasher nudges DS
<Junior> ... So come with us.
* DeathStar shakes his head
<Ariel`> *sighs a little, resting against the wall* Even if it's not all the same people... This feels like old times.
<DeathStar> I have to...find out what I need to do. Alone.
* Junior crosses his arms and looks at him.
<Junior> That's where you're wrong.
<Ire> Firebird: Hey, guys. I'm sorry to leave a message like this, but I didn't feel up to face-to-face. I've decided this really isn't what I thought it was...I'm just not cut out for this. I've contacted Professor Diamondback and I'm going to go back to college.
<DeathStar> ... *glances downward*
<Ire> Firebird: Best of luck. FB out.
* Junior holds his gaze on DS.
<Ire> NRP: Oh, yeah, that went to SIl/Dahok, too
<Slasher> Star, before you decide to walk that lonely road...atleast spend a couple days with Katrina...
<DeathStar> ...it is almost Christmas, isn't it?
<Junior> Yes, yes it is.
<Slasher> ...SHIT! I've got X-Mas shopping to get done!
* DeathStar gets a far away look
* Junior approaches DS.
<Slasher> I think you should spend X-Mas with Kat and Ariel...it would mean a lot to them, plus maybe you'll find your answer.
<Junior> You should spend it your family, they've missed you, I'm sure. However if you don't feel you're ready, you're welcome to come with Ire and I, I promise it'd offer insight if you need it.
<DeathStar> I've missed so much of Kat's life...I wish I could just fix everything...*gets a slightly dangerous tone* Make it all right...*loses it* But...all I can do now is be there for her. And Ariel. I'm going to stay...spend some time with them before they go do their thing.
<Silouette> .oO( Great... months to spend, and little to do... I wonder if Vesp U throws good parties this time of year... I could use a strong drink or three... )
* Junior puts his hand on DS's shoulder.
* Dahok looks over at Sil
<Junior> You made the right choice. Be the father you want to be.
<Dahok> So what do you plan on doing for your vacation?
* Junior nods once to him and turns, heading for the elevator.
* Ire follows Junior out.
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*** Junior is now known as Stark
<Snipe> Drake: I'll be on the Aquarius... *walks out*
<Slasher> We should head back, that Tsiv feller's probably trying to put the moves on your daughter.
* DeathStar nods absently, then goes back in
<Silouette> .....honestly, I think I'm going to find some place to drown myself.
* Slasher trots after DS
<Snipe> Well, I'm going to rest and check a few things out. I'll see you all later. *nods, then walks out
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* Dias walks off with Eve
<Bobo-The-Alien> Boh.
* Bobo-The-Alien looks around and looks down.
* Katrina` pats Bobo on the head
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* Bobo-The-Alien looks up to Katrina.
<Bobo-The-Alien> Boh...?
<Dahok> Doesn't sound fun.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *stands in front of his broken window, looking at the snow*
* Slasher walks by Kat, patting her on the head
* Sardis walks over to McCabe.
* Katrina` smiles at Slasher.
<Silouette> ....niether does not doing so at the moment.
<Sardis> So... this is Earth.
<Dahok> You are strange.
<DeathStar> McCabe: Hmm? Yes, yes this is Earth. First time here?
* Slasher stops and turns back to Kat
<Sardis> Once before, but it was in the waste lands.
<Slasher> My you've grown Katrina...
<DeathStar> McCabe: *nods absently, then looks at Sardis* Do you have a place to stay?
* Katrina` smiles
<Katrina`> Thank you
<Silouette> .....it's not smart, but... *shrugs*
* DeathStar stands in the corner, thinking
* Slasher pinches her cheek
<Sardis> Not untill the Aquarius is repaired, no...
<DeathStar> McCabe: I have enough room at my mansion. You might as well come. I'm sure the Death Star girl will be there.
<Slasher> *whispers* I think daddy needs a hug. *winks to her*
* Sardis quirks his brow at McCabe.
<Sardis> Thank you.
* Katrina` nods and walks over to Ds. She begins to talk his head off.
<Slasher> *walks back over to McCabe*
<Ariel`> So how have the years been treating you, Slasher?
* DeathStar looks at Kat, slightly bewildered.
* Slasher stops
<Slasher> Well, quite boring actually..I was put in cryogenic stasis for a while...God was that boring.
<Ariel`> ..aren't you, by definition, unconscious for that?
<Slasher> *puts his hand to the side of his mouth, he then looks side to side* I thought you were...but, for some reason I wasn't. I could literally live every minute of those years I was asleep.
<Ariel`> And you still retained your san-er... Forget that.
<Slasher> Hehehee...everyone thinks I'm a little insane because I keep talking like it wasn't a split moment.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *glances at Sardis again, who is still at the window with him*
<Ariel`> Slasher, you've ALWAYS been insane. As long as I've known you atleast.
<Slasher> NRP: <McCabe>: *He's got such a fine asss!
<Slasher> I prefer eccentric.
<Ariel`> Ah, but it's not as accurate.
* Slasher crosses his arms
<Sardis> ... I like it here. *looks at the snow*
<Slasher> I said eccentric....
<DeathStar> McCabe: Is there snow on your world?
<Sardis> No, there isn't.
<DeathStar> McCabe: *nods* Then I can imagine the joy you feel.
<Slasher> NRP: McCabe: Or sheer horror at such strange things.
* Sardis looks up at the sky. "What's Christmas?"
<DeathStar> McCabe: *pauses, glancing at Sardis, then walks over and flips off the light to the entire office* Lets go home, everyone.
* Slasher puts his arm around Ariel's shoulder
<Ariel`> ...
<Slasher> Cheryl' be happy to see ya.
* Sardis quirks his brow.
* Sardis follows McCabe.
* Ariel` nods, and sighs softly. "It will be nice to have the family together."
<Slasher> Think we'll have a normal X-mas for once?
* DeathStar looks at Ariel, then puts an arm around Kat
<DeathStar> Lets go.
* Silouette takes her jacket, and heads out in the intentions of finding a bar.
<Ariel`> With this group? How can you say what is normal?
<Slasher> Hehehee...Let's go. *removes his arm from her shoulder and walks forward*
* Dahok stands up and walks out
<DeathStar> GM: *with that, the group exits the office. The dark room is now alone, with the snow falling in the background
*** Sardis has quit IRC (Quit: magister mundi sum.)
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Thu Dec 11 22:48:30 2003