Session Start: Tue Jul 11 19:52:16 2006
Session Ident: #pax-season6session9TeamDarien
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<DeathStar> Stardate: 10-584.1.30
<DeathStar> Location: The House
<DeathStar> 6* It's morning, and it's time for another beautiful day on the job. Or so Darien's message says.
* Xanatos`Durran steps downstair, fully dressed and ready to go.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis is already out in the van, it would seem, sitting in shotgun. Her hair, cut shorter now so it's just a little past her shoulders, looks better than the bushy mess she had going on for a while.
* Setsuna` has fallen asleep on the backseat of the van, while waiting for the others.
* Xanatos`Durran steps outside and moves to get in the drivers seat. "Mornin.' He says to Erevis.
<DeathStar> <Erevis> Hello. 6She says in greeting, her face having fulled healed by now.
<Xanatos`Durran> Feeling better?
<DeathStar> <Erevis> Yes. 6She notes, as if asked that question a lot lately.
<Xanatos`Durran> Good. *he smirks, then honks the horn for Setsuna*
<DeathStar> <Erevis> We are all here. 6She notes.
<Setsuna`> "...just drive."
* Xanatos`Durran arches a brow. Then drives towards HQ.
<DeathStar> 6* They arrive at the HQ in record time, pulling up in the parking garage.
* Xanatos`Durran puts it in park and then gets out, moving towards the entrance.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis steps out after Durran, calmly moving along.
* Cassandra`Arakawa has joined #pax-season6session9TeamDarien
* Xanatos`Durran steps into the main breifing room, waiting on Darien.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> NRP: Update me?
<DeathStar> 6* Darien is already there as they walk inside. He's currently talking with Chip.
<Xanatos`Durran> nRP: Just got to the HQ, you're with us.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> We're here, sir.
<DeathStar> 6* Darien glances up as they all arrive. "Very good. Sorry to wake you all so early, but I have some interesting news."
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Interesting news?
<DeathStar> <Darien> Guess who Janus managed to catch after you all left your little auction.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Adam?
<Setsuna`> "If it's not, I'd be surprised. They practically apprehended him while we were present."
<DeathStar> <Darien> Exactly. And they've been holding him for three days off the record. 6He notes, clicking his tongue. "And they aren't sharing any information. Adam's neck-deep in V.I. activities, too."
<Cassandra`Arakawa> I hope they take him apart...
<Xanatos`Durran> I'd much rather do it.
<Setsuna`> "We should celebrate."
<DeathStar> <Darien> Anyway, I've been going over records and what not, and I think I found a place Adam use to hang out. 6He brings up the information on the screen. It seems to be some casino/club. "I want us to find out if we can learn more about Adam here. Maybe find out what he was doing before Janus got him."
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Find out why his brains aren't splattered across some jungle moon right now...
<Setsuna`> "Some... what?"
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis glances at Cassandra.
* Xanatos`Durran lets out a whistle. He knows the story.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Last place I saw him before he reappeared. Mission during the Ridarium War. Really messy.
<DeathStar> <Darien> Anyway, perhaps you can learn more about his activities. 6He repeats before it becomes a flashback scene.
<Xanatos`Durran> Any catchy disguises?
<Cassandra`Arakawa> NRP: Screen starts getting wavy... <Darien> NONE OF THAT!
<DeathStar> 6* Darien motions toward the changing room. "Pick what you think will fit you in this type of dive."
<DeathStar> NRP: LOL
* Xanatos`Durran moves into the changing room eagerly.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Do we have any visuals of the place and the typical clientele?
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis doesn't seem to be inclined to dress up, so she stays there.
<DeathStar> <Darien> If people like Adam can go in there, I imagine that the typical clientele is your low-level thugs.
<DeathStar> <Darien> But no, we don't have much on this place at this time. It's a rather blind mission.
* Cassandra`Arakawa nods.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> XAN, KEEP A LOW PROFILE YOU ATTENTION WHORE!
<Xanatos`Durran> *Xan's sigh can be heard from the dressing room*
<DeathStar> 6* The spinning Darien Team logo can be seen, indicating time has passed.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> NRP: Dum dum duh!
* Xanatos`Durran sits in the pilots seat, clad in the standard casino attire. Opting for a "dignified" thug approach. His hair is slicked back and hihs patch is oddly on the left eye this time. He also has a very neatly trimmed goatee.
* Setsuna` is dressed in jeans, a leather jacket... it isn't much different from her regular appearance, but she's not particularly memorable
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis looks exaclty the same, except she's wearing she's wearing a lovely white dress outfit to indicate she's there to have a good time.
* Cassandra`Arakawa sporting red hair, alterations to her facial features, and a strapless black number but off at the thigh.
<Setsuna`> "Looking hot, Cass."
<DeathStar> 6* Darien whistles over the comm.
<DeathStar> <Darien> I've already fed the location into your computer, Xan. Just head out when ready
* Xanatos`Durran has already started the shuttle up and was lifting off whennever Darien made the comment. "Do we get any cash to spend on this mission?"
<DeathStar> <Darien> Already on the shuttle. 6He notes over the comm.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Just your typical blackjack table groupie. *heads out*
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP: Heads out/
<Setsuna`> "Don't go wasting it."
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Wasting it?
<DeathStar> 6* As Xanatos flies the shuttle out, he's headed toward a city called 'Mega City', sounding like it's named from some 80's action movie.
<Setsuna`> "Xanatos and the cash."
<Xanatos`Durran> I hope I win at least once. *he says, pulling the shuttle in for a landing*
* Cassandra`Arakawa rolls her eyes.
<Xanatos`Durran> My name for the rest of this mission, will be Sergio. *he says with a laugh, obviously enjoying the dress-up part of these missions*
<Setsuna`> "Sure thing, Sergei."
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis eyes Xanatos oddly.
<Xanatos`Durran> Oh Sergei sounds even better!
<Cassandra`Arakawa> This is going to be embarassing...
* Setsuna` pauses, "Well... I agree on both those points."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> ... Sergei?
* Xanatos`Durran looks between them. "Have I let you down yet?"
* Xanatos`Durran nods his head to Erevis. "Keeping a low profile."
<Cassandra`Arakawa> I am Monet...but you don't know me.
<Setsuna`> "Him, or all of us?"
<Cassandra`Arakawa> All of you.
* Setsuna` shrugs, "Fair enough."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> Very well. 6She notes to Cassandra.
* Xanatos`Durran just shrugs. "Then get off my damn shuttle." He says, landing and opening the ramp.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> We go in seperate. IF you can attach yourself to another patron going in, all the better. Spread out, ears and eyes open.
<Xanatos`Durran> You mean I can't stay with Revie? *he glances at Erevis*
<Cassandra`Arakawa> IF Adam has confederates still in there, they may have a description of a couple with your builds.
<DeathStar> <Erevis> ... Revie?
<Xanatos`Durran> Your new name. *he winks at her*
* Setsuna` pauses, "I could tag with her. She should have someone with her, and I don't have a prior history with this Adam guy."
<Xanatos`Durran> Oh ok. I'll keep in touch. *he leaves them inn the shuttle*
* Cassandra`Arakawa nods.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis turns to look at Setsuna. "Shall we...go?" 6she asks, moving for the casino.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Go on ahead. I'll be along after a while.
* Setsuna` nods, "After you, creepy Revie."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> 'Creepy Revie'?
* Setsuna` nods. "Well, you're Revie. And you're creepy." She pats Erevis, "With all of that freaky mind stuff you always do."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> ... I will keep that in mind. 6She notes as they enter the casino. It would appear to be your typical establishment, except it has an air of ... bad in it.
* Xanatos`Durran is already at a table, mingling. He was well stocked on cash, taking some before he left.
* Cassandra`Arakawa comes out and looks for a sucker....errrr...a date.
* Setsuna` glances around, taking in the sights.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis glances around, clearly unsure of what she should do in this place.
* Setsuna` puts an arm around Erevis, and leads her towards the poker tables. When she has an opertunity, she whispers, "Cheating is frowned upon here. Even if you just win enough to expect you of it, they might very well kill you."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> I see. So the purpose is to lose just enough?
* Setsuna` smiles, "Unless you want attention."
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis considers this, then nods.
<DeathStar> 6* An exclusive looking table of men playing poker can be seen off to the corner, in a VIP section of the casino
* Xanatos`Durran has been winning pretty steady, boasting about how rich he is.
<DeathStar> 6* Attention is slowly being drawn toward Durran
* Setsuna` idly moves towards that table, as if not noticing it's VIP
<DeathStar> 6* Some offical looking thugs, standing around the table as if to protect it's interests, eye Setsuna as she approaches.
<DeathStar> 6* Meanwhile, Cassandra has managed to find a well-dressed, slicked back gent who appears to be heading for the casino.
<Xanatos`Durran> Ya' gents could never dream of my skill. *he says to his table* Managed to get most of my money, gamblin muh arse off. *he chuckles*
* Cassandra`Arakawa hangs on the man's arm...playing the eyecandy role...
<Setsuna`> "Geez... what's this? Intimidating off players?"
<DeathStar> <Man> I'm afraid the stakes are too big here for you, ma'am. 6The thug says. Meanwhile, some thugs have begun to approach Xanatos.
* Setsuna` considers, "What's the minimum?"
* Xanatos`Durran moves to look at the approaching thugs. "Problem, gents?"
<DeathStar> <Thug> We'd like you to come with us. 6He tells XAnatos. Meanwhile, Cassandra's date leads her to the VIP table, where he's easily welcomed.
<DeathStar> 6* The other thug, eyeing Setsuna. "More than you can afford."
* Xanatos`Durran nods. "Right then." He takes his chips and stands, moving behind them.
* Cassandra`Arakawa hangs on to the man's arm like another one of the bimbos.
* Setsuna` just rolls her eyes, and glances to Erevis
<DeathStar> <Erevis> He does not seem to think you are of the proper stock. 6She notes loudly.
<DeathStar> 6* The thugs begin the long walk approach with Xanatos.
<DeathStar> <Thug> I did not mean.... 6He begins to say to Erevis when someone at the table speaks up. <Man> Let her play. We'll be glad to take her money.
* Xanatos`Durran moves with the men, his eye moves about.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis motions toward Setsuna to sit.
* Setsuna` moves to take a seat, "It's nice to see some people here do have some manners and sense."
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis moves over to stand next to Setsuna, almost acting like her bimbo.
<DeathStar> 6* Xanatos is brought up just as everyone is being dealt in. The men look up. <Man> And this is the lucky winner at table 8.
<Xanatos`Durran> Luck's got nuthin to do wit' it boys. *he says with a cocky grin*
* Setsuna` rolls her eyes some, and glances to 'Revie'.
<DeathStar> 6 *Erevis completely ignores Xanatos, as if he were just some whelp waiting to be picked clean
<DeathStar> <Man> Oh yeah? How about cheating? 6He asks Durran.
<Xanatos`Durran> Hmph, if I were cheatin I'd have more than this bit o' change. *
<Xanatos`Durran> nRP: -*
<DeathStar> <Man> I'll decide that. Sit down and deal in. 6He commands.
<Xanatos`Durran> Right-o. *he says with ease as he slides into the seat and gets in on the game*
<DeathStar> 6* The game is started and the cards dealt. Everyone at the table seems to be watching the other most carefully.
* Xanatos`Durran seems to be very relaxed. Calling to keep the game going.
<DeathStar> 6* The game continues for a while, with people winning and losing occassionally. Soon, everyone seems to be in a comfortable rhythm.
* Cassandra`Arakawa just sticks around for luck.
<DeathStar> <Darien on Comm> It's nice to see you guys so easily make friends with the criminal element.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis is still with Setsuna, for her luck.
* Setsuna` seems to be playing almost casually. Not taking any big chances, not going for any big wins. Just trying to build up a little cash for the late game. It's just warming up still.
* Xanatos`Durran has his money for luck, playing slightly defensive. "Oi, this is a good game." He says after a moment.
<DeathStar> 6* The others just grunt at Durran
* Xanatos`Durran moves his eye around the table, noting how serious they have gotten. He smirks, folding out of this particular hand.
<DeathStar> 6* One of the men finally get a call. He excuses himself from the game, moving to step into a private room.
* Xanatos`Durran watches the man leave. His fake eye gets work, trying to get a picture of the man through the wall, to at least read his lips.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> I'm feeling like diamonds today...
* Setsuna` gives a small gesture to Erevis
<DeathStar> NRP: Durran can read lips!?
<Xanatos`Durran> NRP:He can sure as hell try. :S
<DeathStar> <Man with Cassandra> Yeah, baby? 6He smirks at her.
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis, leaning on Setsuna very slightly, appears to be glancing at the room.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Just a diamond necklace, earrings, and a smile...
<Setsuna`> "Well, maybe we should raise the stakes a little this round." *trying to keep the table's attention on her*
<DeathStar> <Man> Oh? 6He asks, glancing at Setsuna. Even Cassandra's boy toy is distracted.
<Setsuna`> "We've been beating around the bush a while now, haven't we?" *pushs a couple large chips to the pot*
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Mmmmm-hmmm...sounds like paradise to me.
<Xanatos`Durran> Oi, this lass has style. I like it. *he calls*
<DeathStar> 6* The others on the table call, even Cassandra's boytoy.
<DeathStar> 6* The man steps out of the office and rejoins the game quietly. Erevis runs a hand through her hair, as if she's done.
* Xanatos`Durran scowls as he loses the hand.
<DeathStar> 6* Cassandra's boytoy loses also.
<DeathStar> 6* Finally, it seems the main gangsta at the table loses - to Setsuna. All eyes turn to her.
* Xanatos`Durran remains silent for a change.
<DeathStar> 6* The guy finally stands up. "I think this game is over for you." 6He notes grimly to Setsuna. Erevis shoots him an annoyed, overprotective look.
* Xanatos`Durran looks at the man curiously.
* Setsuna` claims her chips, "One good hand, and everyone goes sour. You want to cash me out over that?"
<DeathStar> <Man> I don't trust you, see? 6He notes, showing his teeth to her.
* Setsuna` shrugs, "Fine. I'll bow out. I came here for some fun, not trouble." She stands, picking up the chips. "Not the way to get any recommendations from me though."
<DeathStar> <Erevis> We'll remember this treatment. 6She notes sourly to the man, moving off with Setsuna
<Cassandra`Arakawa> No diamonds tonight?
* Xanatos`Durran arches a brow as the scene unfolds. He remains silent.
<DeathStar> 6* The table settles down and the man flashes Cassandra a smile. "I'll tell you what, this game is getting too rich for my bloody. Lets get you some of those diamonds and go back to my room." 6He stands up, cashing out himself
<DeathStar> 6* Erevis glances at Setsuna as they leave. "He was in contact with Adam. It would appear Adam is inside Janus working to retrieve something."
* Setsuna` nods, "That's big news. Would have been worth loosing over." She counts the winnings, "...I think we can afford that party now."
* Xanatos`Durran plays another hand, losing a chunk of his money. "Oi vey, looks like my skill just isn't enouugh for you gents. I'll stickto the chump tables." He cashses out and moves to leave.
* Cassandra`Arakawa giggles emptyheadedly.
<DeathStar> 6* The man leads Arakawa away.
<DeathStar> <Erevis> We should return to the shuttle. 6She says, still hovering around Setsuna, giving people looks if they begin to move toward Setsuna to bother her.
* Xanatos`Durran slides outside and moves past them, heading for the shuttle.
<Setsuna`> "Well... I have a distraction in mind if nessisary." *Vacates*
<DeathStar> 6* And so, the team reunites at the shuttle - unless Cassandra really wants the diamonds.
<DeathStar> 6* Darien on shuttle comm. "So Adam is searching for something inside Janus."
* Cassandra`Arakawa manages to seperate from the man...heads back for the shuttle...
<Xanatos`Durran> That's what we gathered. He must not be too captive if he can get in touch with that man.
<Setsuna`> <comm> "That explains a bit, really."
<DeathStar> <Darien on comm> Which leaves the question - do we warn Janus?
<Cassandra`Arakawa> That was close...geeze... *steps on the shuttle*
* Xanatos`Durran shrugs. "Would they warn us?"
<DeathStar> <Darien on Comm> Probably not.
<Xanatos`Durran> Then fuck em. *he says, closing the ramp and lifting the shuttle off*
<DeathStar> <Erevis> Would it not be more dangerous for V.I. to get whatever item Adam is looking for?
<Cassandra`Arakawa> If we time and word our warning the right way...we can control the reaction to an extent.
* Xanatos`Durran glances at Erevis. "Revie has a point." He sighs.
<Setsuna`> "Could just flat out tell them 'Adam let you capture him so he can use you.'"
<DeathStar> <Darien on Comm> It's something we'll have to consider. Right now, you guys just get home.
<Xanatos`Durran> On the way boss.
<Cassandra`Arakawa> Let's move.
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Tue Jul 11 22:42:04 2006

Session Start: Tue Jul 11 19:52:19 2006
Session Ident: #pax-season6session9TeamDragoon
* Now talking in #pax-season6session9TeamDragoon
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* #pax-season6session9TeamDragoon is being logged
<DeathStar> Stardate: 10-584.1.30
<DeathStar> Location: In Route to Igo
<Dias> <Shiva> *sits at the helm once again, a terminal present infront of her, numbers and names of things on it*
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru sits back, providing background music until required
<DeathStar> 6* According to Shiva's data, it seems the Erusia planet is nearing the brink of civil war, as the conflict between the two races on it reaches critical levels.
* Ariel is in a much different temperment than the previous trips. Instead of calmly reading, she seems to be on edge. Anxious to arrive.
* Dias is running through the hallways of the ship, his hands dangling behind him and to his side.
<DeathStar> 6* Zephyr lays on her back on the floor next to Ariel. "What's wrong, Ariel?" 6she asks, picking up on the mood
* Ariel snaps out of it a moment, and shakes her head. "It's... nothing, Zephyr."
<DeathStar> <Zephyr> Are you sure?
* Ariel nods, "I am just... unsettled."
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru looks a little relieved hearing that, but does not speak
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> I feel like we're running a maze like a rat. 6She speaks up.
<Ariel> "Not the comparison I would have made... but prehaps not so far off."
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "I think 'trail of breadcrumbs' is a better metaphor..."
* Dias trips and comes past the Dragoons.
<DeathStar> 6* Zephyr watches Dias trip and fall past them.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Are you hurt?"
* Dias roll's to a stop against a wall upside down. He opens his eyes and looks at everyone a startled look on his face for a second, he then giggles and falls over*
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "... apparently not."
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> I think he is mentally unbalanced.
* Dias pushes himself up and stands. 1"I'm fine."
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "No more so than yesterday."
<Ariel> "I do not believe that would be enough to make him trip." *smirks some*
* Dias looks at Cheryl tilting his head. 1"What you mean?"
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru rolls her eyes a little
<DeathStar> 6* The ship exits hyperspace into the system, which is rather deserted of life, according to their charts. It would appear to be a planet of little importance.
<Dias> <Shiva> We're heres boys and girls."
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Any information on the planet?"
<DeathStar> 6* Zephyr gets into a sitting position, glancing out at the desolate and practically humanoidless planet. However, scans would indicate it's full of natural life and animals.
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru takes a look herself
<Dias> It's a Erusia planet that's currently in civil war.
<Dias> NRP: GAH Shiva.
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru sighs a little at the last bit. "Oh wonderful, more senseless death."
<DeathStar> NRP: Uh, actually no
<DeathStar> NRP: I just mentioned that Shiva would have data that ERUSIA itself was on brink of civil war.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> NRP: Okay, no need for my line then
<Dias> NRP: On, brink...close enough.
<DeathStar> NRP: This planet has nothing to do with Erusia.
<Dias> NRP: oohh....I guess I read it wrong.
<DeathStar> NRP: *punches Dias in the face*
<Dias> <Shiva> *sighs, rubbing her head* I mean there's not that much about this planet...
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> So .... what now? 6She asks, asking the obvious.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Nothing noteworthy apart from the fact that we're here, then?"
<Dias> <Shiva> Hope they left an answering machine. *she turns to her comm specialist* Anything coming from the planet?
<Ariel> "...we could check the planetary database, and hope they have information on the two we are looking for." She pauses, "Or else...we might need to look for our antagonists instead."
<DeathStar> <Comm Specialist> No, ma'am. No signs of any civilization down there.
<Dias> <Shiva> Scan the planet for any strange anomalies.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> NRP: AHHHH STAR TREK
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> NRP: Wait, that's spacial anomolies
<DeathStar> 6* They began to scan the planet.
<Ariel> NRP: ...baren planet? Whoops. Scratch my last bit
<DeathStar> <Comm Specialist> It would appear there is some sort of beacon down on the planet.
<Ariel> NRP: *starts to sing o/` Life-forms~. You precious little Life~Forms~... o/`
<Ariel> "...any sign of any other ships in the vacinity?"
<DeathStar> <Scanner Specialist> No, ma'am. But there's a lot of asteroids and what not in the system to hide a ship. There appears to be nothing on the planet, however.
<Dias> <Shiva> Perhaps a dead end?
<Ariel> "We should go investiage, in any case."
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "As long as we're not interrupted.."
<Dias> <Shiva> The asteriouds?
<DeathStar> NRP: ... there's a beacon on the planet, Dias.
<Dias> NRP: Gah, I skipped that part.
<Dias> <NRPL Err...Missed it.
<DeathStar> NRP: You know what? You're fired. Get out.
<Ariel> /me heads to the shuttle
<Dias> <Shiva> *rubs her head* Let us goto the shuttle.
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl immediately follows Ariel. Zephyr hops up and hurries after them.
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru follows Cheryl at about the same time as Zephyr
* Dias runs after the group.
* Dias walks afterthem.
<DeathStar> NRP: He runs, then walks!
<Dias> NRP: BAKA! *hangs his head*
<Dias> <Shiva> *walks after them*
<DeathStar> 6* As the witless heroes board the shuttle, they begin the journey toward the planet.
<DeathStar> 6* As they near the planet, they would find it is a rather cold, rigid planet, despite supporting forms of life. It would appear it's rather icy.
<Dias> <Shiva> ...Apparently you're people enjoyed the cold weather.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Better that than overheating, in any case."
<Ariel> "Climatisation as much as anything else. I find the cool weather most comfortable as well."
<DeathStar> <Zephyr> It's still hard to move in. 6She notes.
<Dias> Hate cold...
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "If I'd known, I'd have gotten you a coat."
<DeathStar> 6* The shuttle, as it flies in tracing the beacon, begins to move across the snowy terrain
* Ariel keeps an eye out for... well, anything
<DeathStar> 6* As they begin to near the location of the beacon, they would find a mountain approaching ahead. It would appear the beacon is somewhere inside the mountain.
<Dias> <Shiva> Another mountain...
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> They appear to like mountains.
<Ariel> "...yes."
<DeathStar> 6* As the shuttle comes near the mountain, it would appear they would have to land and travel on foot to find a way inside
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Deja vu."
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> I suspect an ambush.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "You too?"
<Dias> <Shiva> It would be the perfect opportunity.
* Ariel steps out as soon as the shuttle lands, starting in the direction of the beacon. She's more concerned about getting there as soon as possible, than traps
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Ariel, please be careful."
<Dias> <Shiva> *steps upfrom the pilots seat and makes her way off the shuttle*
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl moves out after her, with Zephyr pulling in the rear
* Dias hops out of the shuttle and sinks in some snow.
<DeathStar> 6* As they approach the mountain, it would seem a single cave can be seen
* Ariel glances back, "Cheryl, keep an eye out." She makes a beeline to the cave.
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl nods, moving after Ariel carefully.
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru sticks close
* Dias hops through the snow after them, his hand picking up snow and squishingi t.
<DeathStar> 6* Zephyr sloshes through the snow as they approach the cave
<DeathStar> 6* Once Ariel arrive, she would see into the darkness of the cave. It would appear she can't see more than 5 feet into it
* Ariel pauses. She forms her blade in one hand, seeing if it could help dispell the darkness.
<Dias> NRP: *it only gets sucked into the darkness, which happens to be a black hole*
<DeathStar> 6* It gives her a bit of light. It seems the cave stretches further in, and that she will have to go inside to find out it's secrets. Cheryl and Zephyr, meanwhile, have caught up.
* Ariel starts inside slowly
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru follows Ariel, considering summoning her scythe
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl and Zephyr move in after her. The cave is dark, but with Ariel's light, they begin to navigate inside very slowly.
* Dias hops in after, Shiva behind him.,
<Ariel> "...if anyone has a better light..."
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl glances at Shiva.
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru summons, and activates her scythe, using the blade as a lantern
<Dias> <Shiva> *meet's Cheryl's eyes*
<Dias> So dark...
<DeathStar> 6* Finally, they enter what appears to be a large cavern. Up ahead is the beacon, flashing in the dark.
<Dias> OOooh pretty.
* Ariel signals Cheryl to keep an eye out, and moves towards the beacon
<DeathStar> 6 *Cheryl pauses, glancing around to keep on guard. Zephyr mvoes with Ariel
<DeathStar> 6* As Ariel moves to the beacon, she would find a box next to it - the lock appears to be broken open, and the box empty.
* Ariel sighs, and examines the box. They were too late, again.
<DeathStar> <Zephyr> ... it's empty.
<Dias> <Shiva> It looks like a dead end...Unless the box itself is a clue.
<DeathStar> <Voice> I'm afraid not, ladies.
<DeathStar> 6* Cheryl lifts his energy whip, activating it to reveal Avalon, blocking their exit from the cave.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "I figured you'd be here..."
* Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru sounds more tired than worried, as if Avalon was a mere bother
<Ariel> "Where are the contents of this box?"
<DeathStar> <Avalon> I have the contents of the box at this time. 6He notes. "However, I am willing to give you a fair chance to retrieve them."
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> How about I just kill you now and take them?
<Ariel> "Fair chance?"
<DeathStar> <Avalon> I will give you the location to a planet. There, my team will meet ... your team. And if you win, you can get the contents of the box.
<Ariel> "And is your word even worth trusting?"
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "Is everything a game to you?"
<DeathStar> <Avalon> Here's your alternative. I leave and you never find the box. I'm giving you all a fair chance here.
* Ariel glances to Cheryl, then to Avalon, "Where do you propose."
<DeathStar> <Avalon> A neutral planet. 6He tosses out a datapad toward Ariel. "We will fight at this location." 6He turns to go.
<Dias> BYE! *waves at Avalon as he walks off*
* Ariel takes the datapad, making no move to stop Avalon
<Dias> <Shiva> *smacks Dias across the head*
<Dias> *Grabs the back of his head in pain and looks at Shiva making a mean look at her*
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> We should take him prisoner and make him tell us where the box is at.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "And if he doesn't?"
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> I'll make him. 6She says darkly.
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "..."
<DeathStar> NRP: *Ariel gives her approval and Cheryl beats up Avalon*
<Ariel> "...it's too risky. Even if I approved of the action, it might cause us to loose our opertunity."
* Ariel pauses, "...if they do not keep their end, then you are free to attempt it."
<Dragoon_Alpha_Hotaru> "I'm with Ariel. On both accounts."
<DeathStar> <Cheryl> Very well. 6She relents as Avalon is gone.
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Tue Jul 11 22:16:13 2006

Session Start: Tue Jul 11 19:52:23 2006
Session Ident: #pax-season6session9TeamErusian
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<DeathStar> Stadate: 10-584.1.30
<DeathStar> Location: In Route to Erusia
* Jason is now known as Rylon
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<DeathStar> NRP: Genius
<`Cole> NRP: I don't think he knows what the is doing.
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<DeathStar> 6* Warren remains aloof and quiet on the ship as they near the Erusian planet.
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* `Cole is walking about, no real place to be right now.
<Rylon> 2Rylon stood on the bridge, his arms crossed. He looked like he was dreading coming back..
* Alicia is now known as Red_Fox
* Red_Fox sits on the bridge, eyeing Rylon. "Something up?"
<Rylon> 14"No, why?"
<DeathStar> 6* Warren shifts his weight as the countdown nears 0 for exiting hyperspace.
<Red_Fox> "You seem on edge."
* `Cole steps onto the bridge, he glances around at them.
<Rylon> 14"Of course..."
<DeathStar> 6* Awkward silence as they all stand there, it appears.
<`Cole> POW! *he bellows, attempting to break the silence*
<Red_Fox> "... right."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren eyes Cole.
<Rylon> 14"...pow?"
* `Cole holds up two thumbs. "Breaking the silence, chief."
<DeathStar> 6* The cruiser exits hyperspace and the pilot begins to move them into a docking position
<DeathStar> 6* As the cruiser docks and locks them in, Warren glances at the others. "Well, Rylon, what now?" 6he asks, deferring command to him since Arhn hasn't bothered to show up since they last saw her 3 days ago
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<Rylon> 14"We'll need to report to our friendly Lombardia with our finds"
<`Cole> Why?
<Red_Fox> "Lets not mention Cole's attempt."
<Rylon> 14"..because he's the one who gave us the mission"
<DeathStar> <Warren> Very well. 6He turns and begins to head for the hanger.
<`Cole> Can I stay on the ship? I don't like that guy.
<Arhn> NRP: Locations?
<Red_Fox> NRP: Bridge
<`Cole> NRP: Bridge and hangar it seems.
<Rylon> 14"Sure"
* Rylon moves after Warren.
<`Cole> If you need me. You know how to reach me.
* Arhn was on her way to the bridge when the others leave said bridge right in her path.
* `Cole slides over to the empty captains chair and takes a seat, stretching back.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren glances at Arhn once, before moving for the hanger still
<Arhn> Did I miss something?
* Red_Fox glances to Cole, then Arhn as she leaves the bridge
<Red_Fox> "We're going to report. That's all."
* Red_Fox then continues
<Arhn> Ah, of course. *turns to follow them*
* `Cole stretches out in the seat. Liking the comfortable-ness to it.
<Rylon> 14"After we report, we'll need to go to the council"
<DeathStar> 6* Warren steps into Rylon's shuttle, getting into his co-pilot seat.
* Rylon slips into the polots seat, whistling that light tune again. He begins to bring up multiple systems, readying it for take off.
<Arhn> Only council members can be in the council chamber when assembled...even I cannot enter at this point... *boards the shuttle*
* Red_Fox steps on board
<Rylon> 14"But we can still get you an audience with them"
<Arhn> As I said, even I cnanot get in to see them.
<Red_Fox> "Great... so we need to wait for an appointment...?"
<Rylon> 14"Their worlds are on the brink of civil collapse, they'll make time if they know what's good for them" 2He said bitterly, and took off toward Lombardias residence.
<Arhn> The council does not see non-members. That is that.
<Rylon> 14"Thanks for not trying, much appreciated" 2He rolled his eyes, as if hating every minute he stays on this planet. None of it sat well inside of it, and no one even tried to stop it.
<Red_Fox> "So what do we do? Wait outside?"
* Red_Fox sounds... unhappy about the limitation
<Rylon> 14"We wait until the Myhr finally have enough and kiss our asses goodbye when they dome us"
<Arhn> Assuming that Lombardia is a council member...we wait for him to tell us. It is all steeped in a certain amount of...mysticism.
<Red_Fox> "Great... mysticism is going to help us deal with the Black Angel SOOOOO well..."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren remains quiet and out of this conversation.
<Rylon> 14"Might be good to start praying, we need a miracle at this point"
<Red_Fox> "I guess it's nothing urgent right now, though."
<Red_Fox> "... it's not urgent, right?"
<Arhn> We can act ourselves if we can get access to the Progenitor space platform.
<Rylon> 14"Well we are a few minutes from his estate, put on your formal hats boys and girls"
<Red_Fox> "Of course."
<DeathStar> 6* Minutes pass, to help speed up Ry's flight.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren steps out as the shuttle lands, glancing around the rich and luxurious Lombardia estate.
* Arhn steps off of the shuttle.
* Red_Fox steps out after Warren, glancing around too
* Rylon gets up, heading out last.
<DeathStar> 6* They are greeted with a security team, probably to protect Lombardia. When they see Arhn, they immediately motion for her to follow them.
* Arhn nods and proceeds forward/
* Red_Fox stands ready to follow, if Arhn is not supposed to go alone
<DeathStar> 6* They are led inside the estate, all of them, until they come across Lombardia, who has stepped out to greet them in the waiting hall.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Arhnya, it is good to see you again. 6He notes. He seems more worn out than normal, probably with the entire conflict brewing.
* Rylon steps up behind them, arms crossing.
<Arhn> Does something trouble you?
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia glances at Red Fox, strangely, then back at Arhn. "Perhaps we should speak in my room. Alone" 6He motions to his study, turning and walking inside.
* Red_Fox does not look surprised
<Arhn> Of course...
<DeathStar> 6* Warren stands there, his arms crossed, looking at Fox, then at Arhn and Lombardia.
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia steps into the room, closing the door after Arhn walks in. It would appear there's someone else in the room - a human, wearing an Earth military uniform.
<Arhn> ..what is going on here?
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> It would appear you have a criminal in your group, Arhnya. 6He sits down at his desk as the human steps forward.
<DeathStar> <Man> I'm David Fury, ma'am, with the EarthGov military. It would appear that a woman in your group, Stella Akai, is an agent working for a terrorist organization called V.I.
<Arhn> So you say.
<Rylon> NRP: Vietcong, shit!
<DeathStar> 6* David Fury just gives her a grim smile. "In any case, I've come to take her into Earth custody."
<Red_Fox> NRP: Do I see/hear this?
<DeathStar> NRP: Nope.
<Arhn> The Ascendancy has not negotiated any extradition treaties with Earth.
<DeathStar> <David Fury> And so you're going to protect this ... criminal? 6He notes.
<Arhn> I am going to wait until I see something rather endangering morale.
<DeathStar> 6* Fury holds up documents. "I have all the proof right here. The fact is, Arhnya, you do not hold a position of authority to hold Akai. Lombardia has ensured me you would be cooperative."
<Arhn> Let me see it.
<DeathStar> 6* Fury hands over the documentation.
* Arhn looks through the documentation.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren looks at Fox and Rylon. "I do not like this."
<Rylon> 14"Get the feeling too?"
<Arhn> The evidence is so perfect that it looks intentionally sanitized. No investigation is this perfect and by the book.
<Red_Fox> "Something's wrong."
<DeathStar> <Fury> So you're saying this evidence is false because it's too airtight? I would think the Erusian government would prefer airtight before we came in here demanding criminals. 6He notes. Lombardia remains silent.
<Arhn> You have already given us little reason to trust you.
<Rylon> 14"So lets bust in guns blazing" 2He says with a bit of cheerful sarcasm
<DeathStar> <Fury> If what I give you is not enough to convince you, I will merely have to add that in my report about how uncooperative the Erusian government is about criminals.
<Red_Fox> "Probably not that kind of wrong... but I wonder what's so confidential."
<DeathStar> <Warren> The way Lombardia lookd at you would indicate something foreboding.
<Rylon> 14"...Fox..did you neglect to tell us something?"
<Arhn> We have issues of our ownh to deal with. And she remains necessary for our goals.
<Red_Fox> "Like what? I'm pretty open with my life."
<Rylon> 14"Did you kill the Earth President maybe?"
<Red_Fox> "I doubt it has anything to do with my dislike of Ja-WHAT!?
<Red_Fox> "
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Are you sure you need one human to run your investigation, Arhnya? 6He speaks up finally.
<DeathStar> <Warren> I have not heard reports about Cran being dead.
<Rylon> 14"Just a thought"
<Red_Fox> "I don't like him, but I'm not crazy enough to do something like that."
<Arhn> I deem her necessary.
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia sighs gravely. "If Arhnya needs Stella Akai, then I'm afraid there is nothing the Erusian government can do to help you."
<DeathStar> 6* Fury nods, eyeing Arhn dangerously. "I'm sure Earth will be displeased to hear this." 6He steps out of the study without another word, passing those in the hallway.
* Rylon eyes Fury, then glances over at Warren and Fox with a raised brow.
<Arhn> Earth's opinion is not exactly valued on the galactic stage right now, Lombardia.
* Red_Fox just looks confused by all this
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> It might become important in the future, Arhnya. Especially if our people enter a civil war.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren watches the human man pass by. "A human?"
<Arhn> If a civil war breaks out, our civilization is over anyway.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Not everyone is willing to simply roll over if the Meyr start a war.
<Arhn> And if they do start a war, what are we to do then? Unleash more ancient weapons on the galaxy?
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Of course not. 6He stands up. "But we can't afford to simply let them bring the Erusian civilization to it's knees."
<DeathStar> 6* Warren frowns. "I'm going to follow him. You two stay here with Arhn." 6He walks out after Fury.
<Rylon> 14"Very well"
<Red_Fox> "Alright."
<Arhn> We do not have the manpower to oppose them on any battlefield. We have no fleets...all we have are a handful of ancient Progenitor-built warships that our ancestors crewed and are good foor little more than museum pieces since we don't have any power broadcasters or capactity to repair the technology!
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia folds his hands together. "We are aware of our limiations, Arhnya."
<Arhn> ...then what are you planning?
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> I'm not at liberty to discuss that right now, Arhnya.
<DeathStar> 6* Ry gets a datapad beep - it seems someone sent him a message.
<Arhn> ...and why not?
* Rylon glances down, opening the message.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Matters of the council cannot be discussed at this time. 6He notes.
* Rylon sighs glancing up. 14"Things are just getting worse and worse, listen..think you can hold the fort for a while?"
<Arhn> I was once a council member...
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia takes a deep breath. "Yes - and you will be again, I promise. But right now I must follow protocol and I am not at liberty to discuss the council's plans."
<Arhn> I see...
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Did you have something you wished to bring to my attention? 6He asks her. "Any advancement on the search for Black Angel?"
<DeathStar> NRP: *Fox is left alone to protect Arhn*
<Rylon> 2He moves off down the hallway, dissappearing.
<Arhn> Yes...we believe we have projected its course.
* Red_Fox waits, wondering where everyone's going.. and looks at her datapad
<DeathStar> 6* Her datapad is empty of messages.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> What is it?
* Arhn holds out a datapad, detailing the three potential courses...
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia notes it grimly. "I see two of them are suspected Tsivrixsh planets."
<Arhn> And the Tsivrixsh have already begun a pursuit.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Do you think they will use this as leverage for another war?
<Arhn> I am uncertain...they may even believe that they can somehow control it.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> Absurd. 6He notes. "They are more foolish than even I thought."
<Arhn> Of that, I am aware. They crave power...even if it is an uncontrollable power.
<DeathStar> <Lombardia> I am still trying to get you access to the space platform. For now, I suggest staying here with your companions.
<Arhn> Very well then...
<DeathStar> 6* Lombardia nods to her. "I will go speak with the council immediately." 6He exits.
* Arhn steps out of Lombardia's study...
<DeathStar> 6* Arhn would find only Fox remaining.
<Arhn> Where did everyone go?
<Red_Fox> "Investigating.."
<Arhn> Investigating what?
<Red_Fox> "Warren went to follow the EarthGov guy, Rylon disappeared shortly after."
<Arhn> I see...we are to stay here in Lombardia's home in the meantime...
<DeathStar> 6* Warren returns, his mood no better.
<DeathStar> <Warren> What did that man want, Arhn?
<Red_Fox> "I'm wondering the same thing."
<Arhn> He claimed that Red was a terrorist and wanted us to hand her over.
<DeathStar> 6* Warren glances at Fox.
<Red_Fox> "... what?"
* Red_Fox just seems in a state of shock
<Arhn> His documented evidence was perfect...too perfect.
<DeathStar> <Warren> .... the fact someone would come this far out for you is rather disturbing. 6He notes, clearly not believing the terrorist bi.
<Arhn> Anyway, I convinced Lombardia that I still needed you...
<Red_Fox> "I... can't see why they'd want me at all..."
<Red_Fox> NRP: <Rest of TAW> Neither can we!
<Red_Fox> NRP: PAX even
<DeathStar> <Warren> It would appear someone at Earth has their eye on you in either event, Akai.
<Red_Fox> "Apparently."
<DeathStar> <Warren> We'll have to becareful now. 6He notes, glancing at them both. "This is getting too complicated, too fast."
<Arhn> Quite...
<Red_Fox> "It's almost like they're trying to stop our investigations.."
<DeathStar> <Warren> Who on Earth would want that, though?
<Red_Fox> "I don't know.."
<DeathStar> Session Ends with forboding music

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<DeathStar> 6* As Rylon arrives in the downtown Meyr area, he would feel a sense of deja vu
* Rylon figures he knows what this is about, and glances around.
<DeathStar> 6* Suddenly, a figure wearing a white cloak and hood steps out. "Rylon K'Oskay...." 6he says in a deep rumble, two red eyes appearing from the darkness of the hood.
<Rylon> /me glares at the figure. 14"..you are no Myhr..you're.." 
* Rylon glares at the figure. 14"..you are no Myhr..you're.." 2His eyes narrow.
<DeathStar> 6* A blue hand reaches up and pulls off the hood. Xevil stands there. <Xevil> Hello, Ry.
<Rylon> 14"I had a feeling you survived"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> You guessed quite correctly.
<Rylon> 14"So what brings you here?"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> I've come to seek you out, Rylon. We have much to discuss since our last meeting.
<Rylon> 14"Just what is it we could possibly discuss? Last I checked..we arn't exactly on the best of terms
<DeathStar> <Xevil> You beat me, Rylon. My honor demands that I either battle you to the death again, or that I resolve the taste of defeat by helping you. I've decided on the latter.
<Rylon> 14"Help me?..so it appears you know"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Yes. You ideals have always been quite open.
<Rylon> 14"I've never made it a point to hide what kind of person I am, if I am suspicious because of it..all the more reason"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> You risk a bloody civil war. And even if you do win, there's a good chance the other governments will not recognize a new leadership. It's hard to move the wheels of diplomacy.
<Rylon> 14"I have..thought about that"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Thus, I have a proposition for you.
<Rylon> 14"That is?"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> The Tsivrixsh government is willing to recognize a new government under the Meyr. We will form an alliance with you and aid you in this civil war of yours once it begins.
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Once we recognize you, other races will have little choice but to do the same.
<Rylon> 2He pulled a hand up to his chin, as if in thought. But it seemed they would be shunned otherwise. 14"An alliance..do I look forward to those hidden strings also?"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> We would wish somethings for ourselves as well. It would be foolish to offer so much without asking for something in return.
<Rylon> 14"And that?"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Access into your space, as much as you may have access into our space. There are certain planets of yours we are interested in investigating - with your own Erusian presence of course. And finally, we have reason to believe there is a hidden ancient platform the Yloi have that we wish access to as well. We will consent, of course, to having Erusian influence with us as we look at it.
<Rylon> 14"I see, well..I might as well ask..why are you so interested with this matter?"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> The past is very interesting to the Tsivrixsh government at this time.
<Rylon> 14"Come now Xevil, you need to be little more open about your attentions, your interested in the ancients.."
<DeathStar> <Xevil> I'm afraid at this time - no. 6His red eyes peer at Rylon, as if looking into his mind. "As much as this alliance will be benefitial for us both, I will not discuss more until later."
<DeathStar> NRP: *Xevil walks off as Ry stands there*
* Rylon simply smiles toward him. 14"I am no fool Xevil, you know very well I have little access to most of the ancient technology..which I want to see for myself..you approach me with this deal..knowing very well of our past relationship...forgive me for feeling this might be a deal with the devil. This is of coruse assuming a civil conflict will happen"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> You'll never gain your freedom without one and you know it, Rylon. It will be Erusian versus Erusian.
<Rylon> 14"There is one hope that might succeed..if it doesn't..then I am very well going to see it until the very end."
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Very well. But you do realize Black Angel will come between you and your freedom. Once Black Angel hits a Tsivrixsh colony, the Tsivrixsh government will declare war at the loss of life. And in return, your government will use the war as an excuse to get the meyr in line. All the while claiming they were "looking into the matter".
<Rylon> 14"I never said I disagree with your deal, I assume you will give us full access to your findings? In the event the solution fauls, I will agree to your alliance proposal..under the lines that the Tsi will be a little more open with their intentions in the future. I cannot cooperate with people who act just like the Yloi"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> And how long before your solution plays out? I am not remaining on this planet for long.
<Rylon> 14"A day, assuming Arhn cooperates with appealing to the council..if not, then I will simply go ahead with my other plans"
<DeathStar> <Xevil> Very well. I can wait a day. 6He agrees, pulling the hood back over his head.
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Tue Jul 11 22:33:49 2006 Session Close: Tue Jul 11 22:29:44 2006

Session Start: Tue Jul 11 19:52:12 2006
Session Ident: #pax-season6session9TeamJanus
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* Dias is now known as Chad`Winters
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<DeathStar> Stardate: 10-584.1.30
<DeathStar> Location: Kane/Sera at Sera's Apartment
<Seraphna> ((I thin we need a que here))
<Chad`Winters> NRP: Says who?
<`Kane> NRP: Sorry. I had to talk to my dad about college.
<DeathStar> 6* Cough. 3 days since Sera asked for her and Kane to be transferred has passed. And today is the day the job transfer goes into effect, as Kane would find out
* `Kane wakes up with a stretching yawn. He moves over to his console and turns it on, while moving over to get dressed.
<DeathStar> 6* Kane would find an offical mail from Janus, detailing the change of assignment that's going into effect.
* `Kane slides to a stop and opens it, narrowing his eyes.
* Seraphna is still rolling over in bed, yawning
* `Kane slams his fist on the desk, very loudly.
* Seraphna blinks and sits up, looking around
* `Kane moves his head to look at Sera. His eyes are narrowed and his brow his furrowed. It is clear he is angry.
* Seraphna looks at him confused, squeaking, "S-Something wrong Kane?"
<`Kane> I just recieved my reassignment papers. I didn't file for reassignment!
<Seraphna> "I asked Spade to let us in... I thought he'd talked to you..."
<`Kane> I'm the Head Engineer, Sera! The first thing i've ever accomplished in my life! You except me to want to get up and go somewhere else where i'll lose everything!?
<Seraphna> ...The first thing?
<`Kane> In terms of a job! You didn't even talk to me abaout this!
<Seraphna> I talked to you about it before I asked him remember?
<`Kane> No you did not! You said you wanted to fight and I clearly said that we shouldn't.
<Seraphna> You said to take it slow and be careful in training...
<Seraphna> You know I can't just stop fighting... you of all people should know that...
* Seraphna speaks quietly, a bit timidly
<`Kane> I didn't say to file for a reassignment and then decide that I should go too!? So you can't stop fighting..fine. But you could've waited for me to finish my project. Now I wont even get to finish it, and whoever he puts in there will get all the credit. I've worked so hard and because you assume that i'll do whatever you ask, you count me in!
<Seraphna> A-And you know I can't do it without you...
* Seraphna gets up, starting to dress wordlessly
* `Kane begins to make coffee, his face is read and his arms are tremblign lightly.
* Seraphna fizes her shoes, not even looking at him, getting ready to go somewhere.
<`Kane> Running away from the problem? *he narrows his eyes to look a Sera*
<Seraphna> "Going to Spade's office to tell him to call it off."
* Seraphna looks up at him with clouded eyes
* `Kane shakes his head. "Too late now." He says with obvious disdain.
<Seraphna> "Never too late for a Cran."
<Seraphna> "But I cannot live with you in anger at me... I w-will try to keep myself together... t-till the project is done."
<`Kane> You rely too much on your name. You stay here. I'll be talking to Spade today. *with that he moves towards the door, already dressed*
* Seraphna sits, automatically, much like she once responded when she was on PAX station. Like a machine.
* `Kane doesn't even look back as he storms out of the room, the door closing behind him.
* Seraphna simply sits and waits, lost in her own emotions, her long hidden loss of self control breaking down
<DeathStar> Location: Janus Base
<DeathStar> 6* As Kane pulls into the base, toward the location given to him in his memo, he would arrive outside a building far from the one he currently worked at
* `Kane steps out of his cheap used car that he had to buy, he steps up to the entrance of the base, and steps inside.
<DeathStar> 6* A guard stops Kane outside the entrance. "Identification?"
* `Kane holds out his id card. "Lt. Christopher Kane. I was reassigned here."
<DeathStar> 6* The guard takes the ID card, running it through is datapad. It comes up clean, so the guard turns to get some items. He hands over to Kane a newer card.
* `Kane glances down at it, suprised by the new card.
<DeathStar> <Guard> Just go on in. I've alerted Spade you're here.
* `Kane nods and steps inside.
<DeathStar> 6* Kane steps into what appears to be a normal building, but without any security gates. A door is seen on the back wall, with a card slot.
* `Kane moves over to the door and enters his card into it.
<`Kane> NRP: the card slot.
<DeathStar> 6* The door opens and he would find himself in a long hallway, full of doors. William Spade is already there, as if predicting he would arrive.
* `Kane steps inside. "Spade."
<DeathStar> <Spade> Kane. I see you are ... alone. 6He notes.
<`Kane> I'd like to talk to you. *he says quickly*
<DeathStar> 6* Spade motions to an office with his name, opening the door and stepping inside.
* `Kane steps inside.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade motions for him to close the door as he sits down behind his desk.
* `Kane close the door and then sits down in one of the chairs. "I didn't ask to me reassigned."
<DeathStar> <Spade> The way Sera spoke, I had assumed it was mutual. Her thoughts pretty much indicated it, as well.
<`Kane> She didn't ask me. She assumed. And her thoughts indicated it because she believed it. I didn't ask to be reassigned. *he repeats*
<DeathStar> 6* Spade leans back in his seat. "The transfer orders have already gone through."
<`Kane> I know. It is too late. *he nods* But I came to discuss something with you. My project, what will happen to it?
<DeathStar> <Spade> I've reassigned it to another team. 6He notes. "I gave them all your notes and schedule plans to match."
* `Kane frowns. "Could I request that if they have any problems that they could contact me?"
<DeathStar> <Spade> Of course. Also... 6He raises a hand, as if reading something off of him. "You will be getting full credit for the work and idea."
* `Kane arches a brow. "I...thank you Spade." he hangs his head and sighs.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade leans back in his seat. "Anything else on your mind?"
* `Kane shakes his head. "Nothing you can help me with. If it'll be alright with you...I'll...go get Sera now."
<DeathStar> <Spade> Very well.
* `Kane nods his head, then steps out and moves out of the building. He gets into his car and pulls out, driving back towards the house. He pulls up his comm and messages Sera. "Get ready, i'm stopping by to pick you up."
* `Kane slides up outside of the building and honks the horn once.
<Seraphna> *There is no repsonse
* `Kane taps his hand on the steering wheel impatiently, honking again.
<Seraphna> *Nothing, not even any movement inside the apartment
* `Kane shuts his car off and steps inside, moving toward their apartment. He steps into it.
* Seraphna is still sitting where he left her, half dressed, eyes clouded, if it wasn't for her shallow breathing, he could think her dead, her datapad beeping with his message, she hasn't moved.
* `Kane slides over to her and kneels down. "Sera." he says softly.
* Seraphna doesn't seem to respond, her eyes not moving at all, she barely blinks
* `Kane lays his hand onto her hand. "Sera. Come back to me."
* Seraphna is tense, as if ready to strike at any moment, but still, unresponsive
<`Kane> Sera. *he repeats* Don't let it control you.
* Seraphna still fails to respond, could she have fallen completely under this time?
* `Kane sighs. "If you don't snap out of it, then all our work will be for nothing."
* Seraphna stays still, unresponsive still, though a tear falls down her cheek
* `Kane pulls her into his embrace, then kisses her gently. "If you don't wake up. You'll never get to experience our love again."
* Seraphna blinks her eyes rapidly and starts to cry, "S-Sorry I'm sorry..."
* `Kane just holds her. "It's ok. Just take it easy and calm down. It'll be alrighht."
* Seraphna whimpers and clings to him, crying more, "I th-thought... I'm sorry I-I ruined... sorry..."
<`Kane> It's ok Sera. *he says softly* I got it all taken care of.
<Seraphna> "Y-You did...? Th-That's good! I-I'm sorry..." *she wavers between hppiness and shame*
* `Kane shakes his head. "It's fine. Just talk to me next time. Be sure of what I'm feeling too. Not what you think i'm feeling." He stands now. "Get ready, we need to get back to work."
<Seraphna> "A-Alright..."
* Seraphna gets up and goes to wash her face and get ready.
<`Kane> I'll be waiting on you. Don't be long. *he steps for the door*
* Seraphna nods, "Okies..."
* Seraphna steps out, dressed casually as she steps out, her Omega flight jacket on, looking like nothign had every happened after properly cleaned up.
* `Kane waits till Sera gets in before driving back toward the base he just came from.
* Seraphna lays her head on his shoulder as he drives, "Ironic that you're the only qualified pilot for both me and the car..." *she tries to make a joke, smiling weakly*
<Chad`Winters> NRP: Cuz we all pilot cars.
* `Kane just smirks at her joke. Moving around a corner.
<Seraphna> NRP: Quite, actually, unless you failed english.
<Chad`Winters> NRP: I drive a car, not pilot it.
<`Kane> NRP: Hush you two.
* `Kane slides to a stop outside of the building and steps out, moving over to the entrance.
<Seraphna> NRP: 1. One who guides or directs a course of action for others. 2. The part of a tool, device, or machine that leads or guides the whole. 3. tr.v. To steer or control the course of.
<Chad`Winters> NRP: Shut the hell up.
<DeathStar> 6* The guard doesn't stop Kane, but does stop Sera. Recognizing her, he hands over her new ID card.
* `Kane steps inside and opens the door opposite the room with his keycard, waiting on Sera.
* Seraphna follows after him

Session Start: Tue Jul 11 20:32:02 2006
Session Ident: #pax-season6session9subJanus
* Now talking in #pax-season6session9subJanus
* Chad`Winters has joined #pax-season6session9subJanus
<DeathStar> 6* After holding Adam for three days, and finding no hidden devices in his body to explain his teleporting ability, the Janus interrogators have found every method of torture/persusion ineffective against Adam. Currently, Chad is looking in on Adam's room through a glass window, the white hair man smirking at Chad as if he knows someone is watching him
* Chad`Winters crosses his arms, staring back through the glass window meeting his gaze.
<DeathStar> 6* Adam whistles a tune, apparantly having a grand ol' time.
* Chad`Winters clicks his tongue as he stands there studying him, trying to read him.
<DeathStar> 6* Adam yawns after a while, bored it seems.
<Chad`Winters> Why are you here...*he mutter's to himself as he thinks*
* Chad`Winters runs his hands through his hair and turns to leave the room.
* Chad`Winters opens the door and steps outside, he reaches up and scratches his face
<DeathStar> 6* Chad would find himself in another room, full of other workers and black op agents. They seem to pay little attention to him, doing their own work
<DeathStar> 6* Spade appears a moment later, dusting his hands off as if he just finished some unsightly business.
<Chad`Winters> So you going to tell me what Eve was working on yet?
<DeathStar> 6* Spade reaches into his coat and pulls out a folder, tossing it down on Chad's desk.
* Chad`Winters walks over to his desk and picks the folder up, opening it.
<DeathStar> 6* It's information regarding Eve's activities. It seems she was researching some black substance retrieved from an unspecified location.
<DeathStar> <Spade> It should sound familiar.
<Chad`Winters> ...The moon that Xevil and Kio fought on..
<DeathStar> <Spade> A different location, actually.
<DeathStar> <Spade> For this one. 6He motions,.
* Chad`Winters quirks his head looking at Spade.
<DeathStar> <Spade> This sample was retrieved from another location than the one your PAX team found Xevil at.
* Chad`Winters glances back at the room Adam's in.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Ah. A good line of thought. 6He notes.
<Chad`Winters> It's the most obvious target.
<DeathStar> <Spade> I would agree.
<Chad`Winters> Then that mean's we're being played.
<DeathStar> <Spade> If our line of thinking is correct, yes.
<Chad`Winters> Then we should just kill him now and start a new.
<DeathStar> <Spade> And possiblely kill our only lead to Eve. 6He notes. But you're right, he's too much of a risk." 6He pulls out his gun.
<Chad`Winters> Unless...*he tisks* No...That'd be too dangerous.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade begins to head for the prison cells, apparantly having no qualms about killing a potiential threat.
* Chad`Winters turns following behind Spade. apprently not going to stop him.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade steps out of sight.
* Chad`Winters picks up his pace and enters the room that Adam's detained in.
<DeathStar> 6* Adam has a smoking hole in his chest as Spade stands there, checking his charge.
* Chad`Winters eyes Adam a slight confused look on his face.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Yes? 6He asks.
<Chad`Winters> If he could teleport...Then why didn't he...
<DeathStar> 6* Spade aims the gun at Adam's head this time, firing again and knocking him back in his chair and onto the floor
<DeathStar> <Spade> Dampeners in the room. He couldn't leave.
<Chad`Winters> Anyway we can access what's left of his memory banks?
<DeathStar> <Spade> He has a brain. So no.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade checks the charge again, as if annoyed. He aims it at Adam again, who must still be alive.
<Chad`Winters> ...*eyes Spade* He's not dead yet?
<DeathStar> <Spade> His body is made to resist attacks. Much like your Cassandra Arakawa.
* Chad`Winters walks over to step to the side of Adam, looking down at him.
<DeathStar> 6* Adam opens his eyes, sneering. "I'll see you all in hell."
<Chad`Winters> If you just tell us what we want...
<DeathStar> <Adam> Ha ha ha ha. Forget it. You can just kill me.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Very well. 6He presses the gun against Adam's temple. "This shot will remove your head."
<Chad`Winters> Then you'll never get what you came for.
<DeathStar> 6* Adam says nothing, just whistling a tune.
<Chad`Winters> The black substance right...
<DeathStar> 6* Spade pulls the trigger again, removing Adam's head. He steps back, standing there as he looks down at the man. He grabs his comm. as he radios for people to come in and remove the body
* Chad`Winters stares down at the headless body then turns walking out.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade holsters his gun and steps out a moment later
* Chad`Winters sits on the edge of his desk looking down at the folder, reading through it.
<DeathStar> 6* It would seem they were studying what it was composed of and what not. The research gives no indication, since it was interrupted when Eve was kidnapped.
* Chad`Winters glances over at Spade. 1"We have no leads on where the VI are operating out of right?
<DeathStar> <Spade> None.
<Chad`Winters> They've must've seen him as expendable...
<DeathStar> <Spade> Quite. 6He notes, shifting through the various paperwork he has on his desk.
<Chad`Winters> If the black substance is what they were after...maybe we can use it to bait them into moving?
<DeathStar> <Spade> Go on.
<Chad`Winters> Obviously the substance isn't something we want them to get a hold of but perhaps if we had to "Transport" it we could draw someone out to get it.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Highly unlikely they would fall for it. We don't move the substance ever. By all means, we don't acknowledge we have it.
<Chad`Winters> But yet they found out somehow...Otherwise they wouldn't have kidnapped Eve.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Yes. Somehow. 6He agrees.
<Chad`Winters> Then there's an insider....They must've thought that Eve knew how to synthesise the subject.
<DeathStar> <Spade> She is a rare type of genius. It's why she was assigned.
<Chad`Winters> How rare?
<DeathStar> <Spade> Your type of rare. 6He notes.
<Chad`Winters> So then she could be worth more than just for her knowledge of the Black Substance.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Indeed. 6He stops, glancing down at a report
<DeathStar> 6* Spade pauses, as if to note something, but looks up at the camera when he sees Sera and Kane are back. He motions for someone to go get them.
* Chad`Winters looks at Spade. 1"What?"
<DeathStar> <Spade> ... 6He shakes his head, clearly his train of thought gone.
* Chad`Winters scratches his chin. 1"Was Janus ever able to determine the substances purpose?
<DeathStar> <Spade> No.
* Chad`Winters clicks his tongue as he thinks*
Session Close: Tue Jul 11 21:37:05 2006

* `Kane moves in, stepping over to knock on Spade's door.
<DeathStar> 6* No answer.
* `Kane glances around. "Not sure where we should even go." He says, glancing around at the other doors in this hallway.
<Seraphna> "Me either... I was supposed to see him this morning."
<DeathStar> 6* A man walks up. "Hello. Please follow me."
<`Kane> NRP: To who?
<`Kane> NRP: Err. Neverminnd. Wrong room.
* `Kane glances at the man and nods, following him.
* Seraphna looks at Kane, then the man, then follows.
<DeathStar> 6* They enter a room full of desks and agents. Chad and Spade can be seen at one desk, talking.
<Chad`Winters> What bugs me is what Adam was waiting for to make his move, if that's what he was after.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade shakes his head, clearly unsure. "I found it surprising I couldn't get a good reading on his brain. Almost like..." 6He pauses, then leaps up and hurries for the morgue.
<Chad`Winters> ......*sprints after Spade, his hand pulling his gun out instantly*
* `Kane eyes Spade and Chad leaving. He slides his hand into his coat and moves after them quickly.
* Seraphna follows after them quickly, reaching fro her own gun.
<DeathStar> 6* As they enter the morgue, the freshly dead body of Adam can be seen. Spade moves over to his missing head, sticking his finger inside what remains.
* `Kane slows to a stop, eyeing Spade.
* Chad`Winters glances back at Kane and Sera, he turns his attention back on Spade. 1"Explain."
* Seraphna blinks, staring, "What the heck is that?"
<Chad`Winters> It's a body.
<Seraphna> "Who is that?"
<DeathStar> 6* Spade's hand is covered in what appears to be blood. He brings his hand up to mouth, licking it almost grossly. He makes an odd face. "Jam."
<Chad`Winters> ...We need to get to the substance now.
<Seraphna> "...Jam? You mean... Jelly?"
* `Kane watches closely, obviosly wondering how the body got switched under Chad and Spade's care.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade unholsters his gun. "Follow me." 6He begins to lead them out of the morgue.
* Chad`Winters follows behind him. 1"My only question now is, are we leading him to it.
* Seraphna blinks and scratches her head, following, pressing somethign on her gun and it makes a slight noise as it charges, going silent after.
<DeathStar> <Spade> A possibility. If Adam is lose on this complex, he could have teleported inside once his double was captured. He could have been in here for days.
* `Kane just presses his glasses up onto his nose as he moves after them.
* Chad`Winters tisks in anger.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade arrives out side a security check point, using his ID card to get past, then using a code to open a giant vault door.
* Chad`Winters shakes his wrist and holds his gun out towards the vault door.
* `Kane pulls his gun out now, ready to fire if he must.
<DeathStar> 6* As the vault door opens, it appears to be full of security lock boxes. Hundreds of thousands.
* Chad`Winters steps inside the vault and spins around aiming between Kane and Sera.
* Seraphna looks about, her eyes scanning
* `Kane eyes Chad for a moment.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade pulls out a key and moves to a specific lock box, turning and opening it. He pulls it out and opens it, pulling out a vial of black liquid.
* Chad`Winters spins back around and aims his gun towards Spade
<Seraphna> "What's that...?"
<DeathStar> 6* Spade doesn't seem bothered by the fact a gun is aimed at him. He turns to glance around quietly.
<Chad`Winters> Does it look right?
<DeathStar> <Spade> Yes. It's untouched.
<Seraphna> "What is it...?"
* `Kane slides to look around, making sure no one is in the area.
<Chad`Winters> It'll be dangerous to put it back in the same place.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Agreed. 6He pockets the black substance.
<DeathStar> 6* Spade glances at Sera. "This substance cannot be explained so readily. Needless to say, we cannot afford to let it be taken."
<Seraphna> "A-Alright..."
<Chad`Winters> Are there any other rooms that have dampers in them?
<DeathStar> <Spade> We set that room up specifically to hold Adam. So no.
<Chad`Winters> What's our next move then.
<DeathStar> <Spade> If this facility has been compromised, it seems we will actually be transferring this to another after all.
<DeathStar> <Spade> In fact, it would make your bluff all the more real now.
* Chad`Winters walks over to Spade then whispers into his hear.
<DeathStar> <Spade> Chad... 6He motions to Sera and Kane. "You will get these two settled in as nothing has happened."
* `Kane holsters his pistol and waits on Chad.
<Chad`Winters> Understood. *puts his pistol away* We need to show you two your desks.
<`Kane> Lead the way. *he steps out of Chad's way*
* Seraphna scratches her head again and puts her gun away
* Chad`Winters walks past the two and back to the main room.
* Seraphna follows after him
* `Kane follows siletly.
* Chad`Winters steps into the main office and points to two desks, which happen to be on seperate sides of the room. 1"Those two empty desks are yours. You'll find that they have the normal necessary things in them."
<`Kane> What'll we be doing?
<Chad`Winters> Book keeping.
* Seraphna looks between them, "And let me guess, you do teh accounting?"
<Chad`Winters> Well by all means, you'll rarely use the desk except to fill out your mission reports.
<`Kane> Alright. *he moves towards his desk, settling himself in*
* Chad`Winters moves over to his desk and pulls out a piece of paper and begins writing on it.
* Seraphna looks over hr desk and yawns a bit, inspecting it carefully
<DeathStar> 6* And so...the three were reunited again
<DeathStar> Session Ends
Session Close: Tue Jul 11 22:21:25 2006