Anime Let's play SMA!

[abnaxus]

Also what's their blood group.

 

[RK47]

Hm. Gonna escort diplomat I think.
I really don't like involving a bunch of little girls into the squeamish business of killing diplomats.

 

[Azira]

Good thinking.

 

[WhiskeyWolf]

Good thinking.

Even better dicking difficulty wise.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

No. You're crazy. Like hell I'm gonna let you murder a bunch of diplomats. Even if what you say is true about the Alliance joining the war, I still won't do it.

Were it just me, I'd take all the sins to hell myself. But that's not what Sunrider is. It's not just me pulling the trigger. I have two pilots here with bright futures, and a loyal assistant who'd rather shoot me dead than watch me be lead astray. I won't let you have blood on their hands!

Captain...

You're a naive fool! Just like the rest!

And what makes you worthy of pulling the trigger, Icari? What's your stake in this shit? Cold, hard credits?

Tsch... Whatever. Once you find out that I'm telling the truth, you'll be back here begging for help. Just you wait!

The only thing I'm begging you is for you to get naked and chained! I'm done here. Keep her comfortable.

Hmph. I'll do my best.

Who the hell that bitch thinks she is?

Oh, Chigara.. it's alright. I was preoccupied.

I see. Is it about the prisoner?

Kinda. Chigara, what's your take on her?

Umm... I'm not very good with making decisions, so I think you'd be much better suited to thinking about it than I am. Eh-heh. Whatever the captain decides. I'm sure it'll be the right decision.

Thanks for the vote of confidence, Chigara.

Any time, Captain.

Yes.. she'll have a bright future. And open a nice bakery. Oh, look who's here. The Space Justice Warrior...Asaga!

Not much. I just need your opinion on something.

Was it about the diplomats?

Kinda.

Well, we're gonna rescue those diplomats, aren't we? And beat up the PACT Fleet, of course!

Close. But we're going to EXTRACT the diplomats and ESCAPE from the invasion fleet.

Meh, technicalities. Don't worry, don't worry! Just leave it to me and mah Black Jack! We'll stop the invasion in no time.

Oi. I'm being serious here.

Hmm?

You are my pilot. And I'm responsible for you. So be careful out there and don't anything reckless, okay?

Of course, Captain!

Y'know... that prisoner, Icari. She said if we let PACT capture the diplomats, that'll get the Solar Alliance into the war quicker to help us out. What do you think?

No, no, no, Cap'n! You can't do that! Innocents will die! You gotta stand for what's right! We're gonna win this fight the hard way, but the right way!

But we're just one ship, kiddo. We'll need help. And the Alliance is as big as they get.

Ahh, don't be so down, Captain! You got me and Black Jack! Together, we can do anything!

I'll... keep that in mind. Thanks.

Let's see now... I better check out on Ava before I head back to my quarters.

She's getting comfortable. About what she said...

I know. I spoke with the two girls about it as well. Icari's got a point. Sparking an Alliance-PACT war is the best move we can make at the moment.

I admit, the only power in the galaxy capable of stopping PACT is the Alliance. But can we trust the mercenary's words? I hope you're not blinded by what happened at Cera...

So you don't disagree with her?

... True. Alliance intervention is the only hope we have at liberating Cera. It'll take a huge fleet to achieve that, and only the Alliance can muster that kind of power.

And all it costs are a few dead diplomats.

Captain, I do not trust the mercenary, but I don't disagree with what you're saying.

Cause you like me, right?

Hmph. I see we've finally reached the end of our serious discussion. Let's move on.

So, what's our next step?

I've made contact with the Alliance diplomats. They're going to attempt to make an escape soon.

Good. Get them on board Sunrider and we can make our move.

Actually, they've arranged to escape on the civilian liner Agamemnon. We'll be providing escort in case things get hairy.

A civilian liner? What the hell?

They told me international law prohibits them from coming aboard a foreign military vessel.

Bullshit. Something's amiss. Keep me posted, Ava.

Yes. Sir.

Time for a stop at Chigara's Labs. I got a feeling we're going to need guns and lots of guns.
Kinetics would be a good choice to intercept any stray ryders while offering a serious bang for buck against cap ships - if it hits.

Getting the accuracy up should pay off handsomely for both Sunrider and Black Jack.
It's a pity I can't convince Icari to join us. Could use another ryder in formation.
Ah well, can't win all the time...

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

I guess I have time for Skyrim before the next warp. Let's see what mods I got installed.

Everything looks fine. I hope it doesn't crash. Well. Here goes-

Hello again, Captain. Unfortunately, it looks like you'll have to upgrade your security system, since it was too easy for me to crack.

Oh sh- SECURITY! TO MY QUARTERS! NOW!

Don't bother, Steve. I've already disabled all outbound comms in this room.

What do you want, Icari? Anal? BDSM? I can call Ava here and have a 3-way if you like.

Chill it, perv. I'm not here to slit your throat, I just want to talk.

Cool. Doing it in the dark is fine. Leaves more to the imagination.

I never imagined that I'd find myself onboard a Cera vessel. It must be hard being the only ship left.

I don't disagree, but now I have three sweet girls onboard and this beautiful merc with me.

Tell me... How many people died at Cera that day?

Too many. We... weren't ready for an attack of that magnitude. When they fired at Cera City, - it must've been millions.

None of your business.

She looks young. You don't seem like a father though. So I'm thinking... your sister?

Yeah the raccoon is my sister. And the girl is my waifu. And they're both deaaaaaaaaaaad. Back off, bitch. The Codex can't have her and neither will you!

What's the matter, captain? Did I hit a soft spot?

You don't know me. Or her. Or my entire family!

I know what's it like to lose a family... Listen to me, Captain. PACT killed my entire family years ago, I swore to get revenge and I'm finally so close.

(This is the closest I'll ever get the opposite sex, I guess.)

We can work together, Steve. You and me. Let's bring the Alliance into this war and stop PACT. I'll even work under you as a pilot if you're going after PACT.

Why should I trust you?

How about I let you in a little secret, Captain?

Sure. Just don't tell me you were actually a guy named James.

Still trying to play the jester, Steve? Do you know who hired me to take out those diplomats? It was Admiral Grey himself.

Bullshit. Count Dooku would never side with the Separatists. Why would he hire us to protect them then?

Get with the program, captain. Everyone in the Alliance military knows that war is inevitable. You can save those men in suits now... and with each passing day, PACT will conquer one planet after another. Millions more will lose their lives. Until PACT finally runs out of neutral planets to conquer and turns to Alliance space.

And with the resources in Neutral Rim exploited, PACT will get stronger and have an edge over Alliance Military.

See, that wasn't so hard, was it, Steve? Now think of the alternative - what if those diplomats die now?

Tsk. I don't know. I'm stupid.

Let a few be sacrificed and you'll save the lives of millions. Admiral Grey understands this. That is why he hired me to ensure those diplomats never make it out of Verstra space.

(God, she smells like honey. And rape.)

Icari. Stop this. I don't think I can fully understand your quest for vengeance - but killing innocents just to get back my homeworld is a line I'd never cross. You said I fear for my sister, but what would my family think if their eldest son murders a few innocents in cold blood? Hell, I never even told them of my obssession with games or anime!

How sweet. I can't believe a perv like you had it in you. Now Steve, cut the bullshit. We both know that we have to act now - before it's too late! It's time to take off that fedora and be a man!

I'd be a lesser man if I stood by watching two kindred spirits and a good friend murder innocents under my command. Go ahead, Icari. Take your best shot. I ate a lot of KFC. The fats will protect me.

DIE YOU TURBODWEEB!

Tch! Next time!

Are you alright?!

Aside from needing a change of pants...Yeah.

I ran up here as soon as I realize-

No time for that! We gotta find Icari! She's going to kill the diplomats! Let's go to the bridge!

All pilots, this is your Captain speaking: scramble and pursue the Phoenix!

E-eh?

What's going on down here?!

What was it? Bloodbowl?

Yeah! My humies are sooo close to touchdown against Chigara's Orks!!

You're fucked, kiddo. Cyanide has no save-games for multiplayer.

Awww shucks!

PEOPLE, PLEASE WE HAVE AN EMERGENCY NOW!

Yikes! Let's go Chigara before Ava gets madder!

It was their break time.

Cheer up, it's just one ryder. Chigara can disable Icari's machine and bring her back. No problems.

I'm afraid you spoke too soon, Captain.

Shit. Red alert! All hands, resume battle stations!

Confirmed! It's the PACT invasion force!

All pilots, change of plans. Focus on defending the diplomats. Watch out for Icari. She'll be back.

Aye, Captain!

Ava, get Sunrider alongside Agamemnon. A civvie transport won't last long without cover.

Aye, Captain. We are being hailed.

Put her through.

Sunrider, it looks like the PACT's fleet going to make our escape more complicated. Good to have you on our side.

The pleasure is all mine. Stay close and let us do the fighting. Warp as soon as we leave Versta's gravity well.

Is the big ship going to protect us?

Uh... Agamemnon, why is there a little girl on the comms?

I'm sorry, but with the PACT invasion fleet approaching we couldn't just leave the children behind!

....so that's why you wouldn't board the Sunrider to make your escape.

Sorry.

How many?

S-six hundred in all. It was the only way to get them off the planet before PACT arrived!

Acknowledged. All ryders, did you copy that transmission?

We copy, Captain! Don't worry, we'll keep those children safe!

We'll protect them with our lives.

So Chigara can make that kind of face after all. All ryders, you are cleared for launch!

Captain...the battle is about to start.

I love you too, Ava.

Raising shield. Fire control online.

It's time for a new theme song.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Well. This is it. Justice. If we fail here, 600 children died for daring to escape the tragedies of war.

Captain, don't you find it strange that the diplomats are carrying 600 children with them? Can't they have them transported in a separate ship?

Too late for that. We'll just have to deal with the cards given. Ante up. Agamemnon - Power up your engines and prepare to fall in formation.

Agamemnon copies. We're over-loaded and slow. We're counting on you, Sunrider.

Four PACT ryders closing in and two Cruisers further away. Orders, Captain?

Our targeting accuracy is poor at this range, even with lasers. But so are theirs. Chigara, render targeting assistance to the Sunrider.

Yes, Captain!

Ava move us closer and fire Trinity Barrage.

We've moved into position! Target locked! Fire!

Chigara, use your remaining energy to disable one of the ryder's flak guns.

Orders complete, Captain!

Heeey! What about me?!

Blackjack, fire your layzors. It's a long shot but-

I should not have doubted you.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

PACT ryders are moving into firing positions. So are the Cruisers. They've begun firing!

Piece of cake!

Don't get too cocky, kid!

Told you so!

Minor damage to Black Jack's hull. An enemy ryder is closing in, fast!

Ah, the Fargo maneuver. Asaga! Assault Barrage!

Taste the barrage of Justice!

Two barrage was sufficient to nail the Ryder.

Fire your missiles!

This is gonna be a blast!

Target hit, enemy hull at 48%!

Unleash flak.

Captain, our targetfinder failed to sufficiently damage the target!

No matter. Switch target and fire Hell Dart Pod-01 on a new target.

Aye, aye, sir. Firing Hell Dart!

Enemy ryder destroyed!

We've still got enough energy for another assault barrage?

Yes, Captain!

Make it so!

All enemy ryders have been destroyed!

Too easy. Chigara, Disable the closest Cruiser!

Hacking complete!

Hold position and stick close to Agamemnon.

 

[WhiskeyWolf]

Captain Steve, those are Cruisers, not Destroyers.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Alright, just two more destroyers to go and we're home free.

Alert! Incoming warp signatures!

Fuck!

Sensors picked up three Light Ryders and two Heavies inbound! The Cruisers are forming up behind them!

Chigara! Disable the furthest Cruiser!

Yes, Captain!

Good! Black Jack, Agamemnon - Form on the Sunrider. We are advancing!

For Great Justice!

Uhhh... we copy.

Captain, is this wise?

We don't have time to waste. Take a little risk. Once the two Cruisers lock their main gun on us, they'll tear our hull apart.

Incoming Laser Barrage!

The Sunrider has sustained moderate damage!

The Black Jack has been hit as well! Captain, they're unloading everything at us!

At least they're not hitting the transport!

Huh, where are those missiles heading?

I'm ready for it!

Thank you for the flak cover, friends!

Captain, I'm getting hit over here!

Hold on, Asaga! Do it for the children!

Captain for some reason the Heavies are firing their missiles at me - and it's not doing too much damage!

Good. Keep attracting their attention! Ava! Give me 30% Thrust Forward!

Aye, Captain! But we'll be in range of the Cruisers' Main Guns!

Not for long! Activate the Vanguard Cannon!

Aye, Captain! Vanguard Cannon commencing! Synchonizing Trinity Barrage with the Cannon in 3-2-1!

Witness my Sword of Justice. Fire!

Multiple hits. Two Cruisers hulls are near critical. One ryder destroyed!

Finish it off with a Pulse barrage!

One Cruiser threat eliminated! We have depleted our Energy Reserves!

Not yet! Asaga! Assault Barrage!

Yeaaaaah pew pew pew pew pew!

Yahoo! Cruiser's down! I got enough Energy for two more bursts, Cap'n!

Don't stop firing then!

Justice, served!

Threats updated. No Cruiser remain. One Light Ryder and two Heavies.

I love it when a plan comes together.

 

[RK47]

Captain Steve, those are Cruisers, not Destroyers.

They're Destroyed. :D Fixed, Thanks.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Captain! The Heavies have switched to Beam weapons! Our shields are disabled!

Bear with it. She can take it!

Incoming missiles!

I'm reading fire on Deck 3! Hull at 50%!

Aaah!

Hey, you okay?

Watch those hands, Captain!

Ava. I promise. We'll be fine.

I believe in you. Just do what you have to do!

Yeah, gotcha.

Oh no! Alert! Two Cruisers and one Missile Frigates have jumped in!

Well, that's just swell. Chigara! Disable one of the Cruisers!

Yes, Sir!

The Sunrider's Hull is at 40%. Captain. It's been an honor.

Too early for that. Activate the Repair Drones. Get this ship back in shape, on the double.

Drones are online.

Asaga! Tear those bastards to pieces!

Yes, Mon Kapitan!

Ava, arm Torpedoes. Target: PACT Cruiser.

Torpedo launched! Tracking!

It's a hit!

Flak Barrage!

Their hull is going critical!

Yeah, burn you bastards. Burn. Agamemnon! Resume course!

Uh- if you say so, Captain.

COME AT ME BRO!

We're hit, but the hull is holding!

Where are those missiles going?

It's coming here! The Sunrider!

Good!

Come on! Is that all you've got!?

Captain! Incoming warp signature! It's .. It's the Phoenix!

Shit. Not now!

And if I don't, a million more will die as PACT conquers planet after planet!

You don't even know if letting everyone die now will prevent that!

You're naive! War cannot be won without sacrifice! The righteous like you are just blind to reality!

You're crazy!

Icari. Don't do anything you'll regret.

Shut up. I'll stop PACT. At all cost!

Captain, the Phoenix is right at the edge of the sector. The Agamemnon might be in danger if it maintains its current course.

Your concern is duly noted, Commander.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Captain, we're so close. Let's not drop the ball.

Affirmative. Launch final torpedo. Target: Cruiser.

Direct hit. Critical hull integrity.

Asaga! Finish it!

Down you go!

Icari, I don't know what PACT did to you, but the children in the shuttle are innocent!

Trying to bluff me? You coward!

Why would I lie?!

Shut up. I'm sick and tired of wannabe heroes like you! Fuck you and your code of honor!

Chigara! Disable the Phoenix and never let it move an inch!

Yes, Captain. I will not fail you!

Fuck you, little shit!

I don't want to hurt you!

Why do you care?!

Ava! Fire the Savior Gun at the Heavy!

A wise choice, Captain. 95% Accuracy. Saviors: Away!

I'll show you the meaning of Justice!

Hnnnnghhh! Move you piece of junk! Moveeee!

It's useless, Icari! Let the shuttle go!

Never! You PACT fools! Fire at the Shuttle!

See that? Even the PACT soldiers are better than you! The soldiers whom you hate so much do not attack at helpless targets!

Open your eyes, sister!

Shut up! You don't know anything about me!

Chigara! Maintain hack on the Phoenix!

Yes, Captain!

Damn it! Why?! WHY!!?! Why weren't you there?!

...Asaga. Take out that heavy.

With pleasure!

Did you see our Justice, Icari?! Shining brightly in spaceeeee!

Ava! Hell Dart Pod-02. Target: Missile Frigate.

Finish it with Pulse Barrage.

All PACT units neutralized.

Icari. It's over. Agamemnon, proceed. You're in the clear.

Roger that. Big thanks, Sunrider. The kids are cheering for you throughout the fight.

...haha, is that so? I'm.. uh- ... ha. Happy to hear that.

Captain. You're crying...

Hahahah. Am I? Now. It's strange.

Don't think you've won yet, TURBODWEEB!

STOP!!!

It's USELESS! Your energy bank is depleted, Icari!

It's over. Icari, please. That's enough.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

HAH! You think you've won? The only thing you'll accomplish today is allow PACT to win this war! And I'll never allow that! With these very hands... I'll rid the galaxy of PACT! For everyone that they've murdered!

Stop!

Oh no! She has activated her reserve energy banks! I can't stop her!

I'm going to get closer!

Too late!

Icari, I'm sorry.

Huh?

I'm sorry I wasn't there to save your loved ones.

S-shut up!

Activate your target magnifier. You should be able to see those terrified faces on the view-port windows.

Yo-you're not lying?

You must've cried for help back then, but no one came. The same fate those kids were about to share, had I agreed to your proposal.

W-what do you want with me, asshole?

I can't bring back your family. No one can. Not even those children in the shuttle. Not even the Alliance Military. But I can make you a promise now: join us, and everyone in the Sunrider will protect you from harm.

This is Sunrider. Phoenix, you have permission to dock.

Because I care. Lah.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

High-five, kiddo!

I'm glad the mission went well.

You did good too, Chigara.

Thank you, Captain.

But I guess I was wrong in wanting to shoot those kids, just to get even with PACT.

So PACT took your family...how?

We were just explorers. But they still came onboard, demanding navigation charts that we knew nothing about. When we couldn't give them what they wanted, they shot mom between the eyes. I managed to get to the escape pod before they blasted the ship... drifted for five days until I was rescued by an Alliance patrol. No one else made it out alive.

I'm sorry.

You don't have to apologize, Turbodweeb! The PACT... they all deserve to die for what they did. I've spent my whole life trying to avenge them, and I won't stop now.

And I'm not saying you should, but killing innocents is not the way to do it. You won't be any better than PACT if you did that.

I know...

My offer still stands: the Sunrider is happy to welcome you as part of its crew member. We'll fight PACT together, but we won't play by their rules. It'll be a hard mission, and we might all die trying, but I'd rather be dead than forget about what we're trying to protect.

Ava's still cold to me. And these two kids are too young. Who knows, I might have better luck with you.

Shut up before I change my mind, you shitslurper.

...

Hmph. We'll take you in, but that plugsuit has to come off sometime...

No deal, but I'll join anyway and play by your rules. Let's take PACT down.

Don't think this means I won't have my eyes on you. You might have won over the Captain, but the instant you cause any trouble, I'll be throwing you in the brig.

Preferably with no clothes on this time.

Oy, Cap'n! Is this a good idea? She already tried to slit your throat once...

It took place in a dark room, Asaga. Adults try to fuck each other in the dark all the time.

Oh, my.

Hmph. Fine, an extra wing-mate isn't so bad, as long as she's aiming at PACT.

Don't worry. I swear, I'll win your trust. We'll fight together from now on.

Come here and gimme a hug, honey bee!

Not in a million years, Turbodweeb.

I'll still lock my doors when I sleep, just in case.

That won't do you any good, kiddo. She hacked my quarters, remember?

Hahah, I'm happy to welcome Icari into the team... Eh-heh. Let's get along well from now on, Alright? No more fighting...

All right! Now that's over, let's grab some food! I'm hungry!

Sounds good, how about KFC?

Unbelievable...

Hahahha! Only if you're buying! C'mon Chigara! The Captain's treating!

Mmmmm, ten piece is $19.00... So that's two for each of us. C'mon, Icari - I'm buying. Ava? I'll eat your share if you're not interested.

No. I'm afraid I'll pass.

Icari? Friends don't let friends eat six piece chickens at once lah!

Even with the clouds of war looming in the distance, tonight they still had something to celebrate lah.

Finger lickin' good.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

How unexpected.

Hm? What is?

I didn't know you were into tea.

No, no, don't get the wrong idea. I didn't buy it myself. It's a little going away gift from family for my commission and Mom always said tea is good to remove the fats from the body.

Hmm.. *takes a whiff of the tea*

It's not drugged, Ava.

You sure know how to say the wrong things.

Eh?

Never mind, it's been awhile since we could talk like this.

Mmmmm. Reminds me of old times, when we used to play cards in the student council room.

I'm surprised you even remember. It's been so many years since then.

*takes a sip from his cup* (How can I forget those legs and tight-fitting black uniform?) Mmmmmmmmmm....

Snap out of it, Steve.

Oh. Ah! I was nostalgic see?! Seeing you again after so long. You haven't really changed much since those days. (...those cherry red-eyes. I can feel her gaze burning through my perverted stares.)

Well, things are different now, Captain.

I told you to drop the 'Captain'.

Back then, you were the one following me.

(How could I not? That view when climbing the stairs from behind...)

I- uh... I guess I just wanted to see you in action.

Hm?

You know... you're always in motion. (Walking in hot sun...carrying her stuffies.) Getting things done. (Troubleshooting her PC...) I guess I was a bit in awe. (When she bends over to pick up her dropped pen.) Maybe I wanted to watch you... (closely) and learn from the best. (looking girl in the class.)

It's strange, hearing you say that now.

Say, do you ever think about what it'd be like if you sat on the captain's chair instead?

... No. I'm your first officer. There's nothing more to it than that.

Ava...

I'll execute your orders, Captain. That's all there to is.

(Can't get through to her. Or am I just glad that we meet again?) Ava, I-

Hahah.

What? What's so funny? (Shit, did she catch on?)

Look at me. We're in the middle of a war, and here I am reminiscing about high school.

What's wrong with that?

You know, I thought the problems I had back then were insurmountable. And now, here we are, a single ship against the entire PACT Empire.

Yeah, I know right? Oh well, back then - our problems seemed as big as the PACT Empire itself.

You're too kind. Considering our situation, I wonder if it's time for you to drop your optimism and start making the hard calls.

What do you mean?

We're not in high school any more, Steve. It's a war out there.

Are you talkin about those kids in Agamemnon?

Compassion may mean death on the battlefield. As captain, you'll have to put all of us in danger. You can't let your personal feelings interfere with what needs to be done.

Funny. I thought it was due to my feelings that made sure I keep all of you safe. Think about it, I wouldn't want Asaga, Chigara, or Icari to come to harm. Especially yo-

All right. It's your ship. It's just something to keep in mind, that's all.

(Damn it, so close.)

I guess we'll just have to move on from those days. It's not like we can ever go back now.

(...but we're here. Together. Amirite?) Ava. PACT will pay for what they've done.

To tell you the truth, I 'd rather not think about it. All the people we've lost. All the memories destroyed.

(What about us?) ...

I'm sorry. Pretty much the whole crew's lost someone close to them.

We'll stop them, Ava. So that what happened on Cera will never happen again.

Understood, Sir. I'll be right behind you every step of the way.

Say, speaking of crew. What do you think of our new arrivals?

A motley bunch, I'll give you that. Asaga's been stirring up every sort of trouble you could imagine. I caught her gambling with the crew just the other day.

Wow. I guess, you've dealt with her?

Right. I've restricted her to eating rations for the next week.

Harsh. Wouldn't that affect her combat performance?

Hmph. She'll learn discipline. Eventually.

What about that wunder-kid, Chigara?

Things have been going much better with her. I must say I'm impressed. She really turned Sunrider's engineering around.

Yeah, I've seen the stuff she could do in the labs. We're lucky to have her. What about Icari? Any problems so far?

Better than I thought she would. She's been helping us fix the bugs in our security systems. Maybe I was wrong about her.

Th-that's good to hear, Ava. *yawn*

Tired?

After a day like that and a belly full of KFC? You bet.

Cut down on that filth already. I thought you went for tuna-wraps? What happened?

(Without you - I couldn't do it.) I... can't find any tuna in space. Hey, we should have these talks more often. At least the tea set's put to good use.

Aye. Perhaps we shall. Thank you for the tea. Have a good rest...Steve.

You too, Ava.

 

[abnaxus]

Compassion may mean death on the battlefield. As captain, you'll have to put all of us in danger. You can't let your personal feelings interfere with what needs to be done.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Mmmmm. That was a good sleep. Guess it's okay to take it easy for a bit. Maybe grab something to eat at the Mess Hall...

Hey, kiddo. How's stuff?

Well... I'm glad we managed to save those kids, but I'm not sure about keeping that mercenary.

But she has bigger breasts than you...

Eh.. I'm not so sure about having a person like that on our team. Nobody should fire at civilians.

She had her reasons. But we stopped her this time. And who knows, maybe she changed for good? It's not always so black and white, Asaga.

Well, whatever her reasons were, shooting at kids is just too far.

Mmm. I wouldn't shoot you either. In more ways than one. You're just a kid.

Pfft. Of course! We're the good guys, Captain! Anyone willing to stoop down to that level's no better than PACT!

Yeah, fuck those child molesters.

Anyways, I guess it's not all bad since she is a good pilot and all. But still, just because we're on the same team doesn't mean we have to be friends.

Fair enough.

By the way, Cap'n. Did you find out what happened to those kids?

They're under Alliance protection. Versta's been annexed by PACT, so it's the best place for the kids right now. They'll be well taken care of, I assure you. Too much publicity after that rescue. They weren't meant to be with those diplomats.

Right. I heard Ava chewed you up recently. What happened?

Well, first I tried to hook up my Game Master to the holovision in the longue. But she said I was contaminating the ship's electronics.

Yeah, you shouldn't do that. Some games may have a root-kit installed. Looks like a harmless thin-client at first, but I sure as hell don't want any game company to be able to ping a military vessel.

Blah blah blah. Whatever, Captain. And then, I tried to play some Duel Creatures with Chigara in the crew quarter... But Ava comes in again and said no card games. Bleh...

Mmmm. You're on a military ship now. Knowing Ava, she prefers to run a tight ship. I'll try to talk to her, maybe get her to ease up a bit. Until then, try to stay out of trouble, kiddo.

Understood, Captain.

Hmm. I guess I better check on the other girls...oops. Sorry.

Ehheh... that must be the third that's happened.

Wow. You're keeping count on that? I guess you're really focused on your work, huh?

Yes, I suppose whenever I'm working on something, I tend to lose awareness on everything else. Was there something you needed, Captain? Further upgrades perhaps?

Not much. Just checking out on you. How are you doing ever since you've moved in?

The Sunrider's a wonderful vessel. I don't think I've ever been on a ship this advanced in my life. In fact, I was just running some energy conversion models the other day and I can say that the Sunrdier's core drive is on one of the most efficient in the galaxy.

...oh dear. (This must be how I sounded when describing my Blood Bowl plays to my friends.)

Since the Sunrider's powered through Atomic Fusion, we don't have to worry about radiation management. Now, I think if I were to upgrade the fuel feeder with...

(Yeah, I guess they were just humoring me when they said 'Wow' on that -1 Long Pass Completion.) I see.

O-oh! I'm sorry, I didn't mean to bore you with all these techno babble. Er, I mean, y-you must be busy, so, erm... Uhhh... What were we talking about again?

Calm down. I was just asking how you were doing.

O-oh! Everything's fine, Captain. First Officer Ava is a big help when I moved in. I even managed to improve the research lab here in engineering too.

Yeah, she's really glad that you're on board this ship. You're a rare talent, Chigara. So no problems so far? Not even with Icari joining us?

I see you've spoken to Asaga. Mmm... So long as Icari's going to be working with us, I don't see a big problem. I haven't really spoken with her much since, but I think she sincerely regrets what she did. Hopefully, we can work together to stop PACT.

You're such a sunflower, Chigara. I'll talk to you rather. Keep up the good work.

Good bye, Captain.

And finally...

I see you've removed that awful plug suit finally. See? You look better out of it.

Ahahha, fine. How are you doing so far?

I'm satisfied with my current accommodation. It's much better than what I'm used to. Thanks for your concern.

Tell me about your merc contracts. What was it like?

Well. Don't think I was just some goon for hire. I only took out PACT targets. Blew up a couple of refueling stations here and there. Sank a few crippled cruisers. Even impersonated a low level PACT Veniczar once.

Veniczar? You? How'd you pull it off?

Nothing an 80 pound latex suit wouldn't solve.

Wow. So, how'd it go?

Well, it was a slave sale bust. The Alliance hired me to stop a transaction between a dealer and PACT. They've been buying slaves to press into their military service. This was going to be the biggest sale ever. Nearly 200 adults. The Alliance got involved when the slavers tried to sell one of their own.

So you impersonated the Veniczar and paid the pirates off before setting the slaves free?

Tsch. If only if it were that simple. You see, the cheapskates at the Alliance were only interested to free their own citizen. Something about not wanting to fund piracy.

Makes sense.

Anyways, that was all irrelevant, since it was a double-cross and they were planning to kill the Veniczar after they got the money.

Wow, how'd you survive that?

Got grazed by a couple shots, melted right through the disguise. Meh, easier to move anyway.

I bet. And that's when you make your escape, right?

Well, I swapped places with the real Veniczar just as she arrived. Haha, you should have seen the look on her face as the pirates grabbed her. Meanwhile, I managed to hack into the slavers captivity programs and set all the slaves loose. It was total chaos. Finally, the pirates opened fire on PACT's star liner, spacing everyone on board.

Whoa, what about the slaves?

Beats me. I managed to get the Alliance citizen out of there though, and in the end, that's all that mattered to my clients.

That's pretty crazy. Wish I was there to watch that it unfold.

And that's what I loved about mercenary work. It's my life or theirs. No time to stop and get philosophical on minor details. It was risky work, but I loved the excitement. Kept my mind off other things. What about you, Captain?

Uh... I play Video Games. Do you RPG?

Meh. Once a Turbodweeb, always a Turbodweeb.

Hmph. I see the Phoenix has light armaments. Light and fast. Why swords though?

In the ancient times, they said the invention of gunpowder ended the age of swordplay. Well, the creation of personal shielding's brought it back. Now people can emit shields that can deflect small arms, but they've neglected combat evasions as a result. They rarely know what to do when I draw my sword and get up close and personal on them.

Have you ever killed someone with your sword?

Couple of PACT soldiers and pirates. Bunch of pussies hiding behind personal shields.

Now I know why your plug suit reminds me of a movie I once saw. What was it... Thrill Bill? The one with the actor found hanged naked in a hotel?

Err...whatever. My point is, it gets the job done. I can still remember most of their faces. It definitely makes you think about what you're doing more than pressing a button and firing a rocket at an enemy space ship. They were armed enemies. It was either their lives or mine.

Right. How's your ryder doing?

Well, your science girl hacked it pretty good the last time around. Thankfully, she fixed most of the damage. She's really something. I tried everything but couldn't bypass her lockdowns. I've never seen someone as talented as her.

She's one of the best, Bee. We're lucky to have her on our team.

Good thing we're on the same side now. You know, I didn't think a perv like you can respect your crew like that. Tsch, I guess there's something good about you after all.

Does this mean we have something between us now?

Wh-what?!

What's wrong?

I didn't join this crew because I liked you, asshole!

Uh... thanks. I guess.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Ryuvia?

One of the oldest nations in the galaxy, with a history going back for over 10,000 years. In fact some historians say that Ryuvia might even have been the birthplace of humanity.

That's quite a claim. Put them on screen. Maybe I'll get to rescue Princesses this time.

Heeeeeeey. Your Majesty! (Crispy as fuck.)

Uh, Your Highness. I am First Officer Ava Crescentia, and this man beside me is Captain Steve of the Starship Sunrider.

I have heard of your deeds in the Neutral Rim, and I believe you may be of help.

How can we assist, Your Highness?

There is a treasure known to our people which we seek to retrieve from Nomodorn Corridor. Perform well, and we shall bestow you with great riches.

Umm...what do you seek?

The Crown Jewel of Ryuvia.

A lost trinket? A royal heirloom perhaps?

The Kingdom of Ryuvia holds many secrets, Captain. You have our request. I shall be waiting. That is all. Return to Ryuvia once you've retrieved the Crown Jewel.

That's it? Seriously? This is very vague. Ava, anything you can assist with?

Well, this might shed some light on the matter. Rumors on the streets of Ryuvia is that the princess has been missing.

Jackpot! But what does the Crown Jewel has to do with that?

I've pulled a few data archives on Ryuvian treasures and I came across this...

The Lost Technology Catalogue? Do we even have time for this freelance assignment? We're in the middle of a war, remember?

Captain, according to this book, the Crown Jewel isn't a treasure of some sort, but rather a technological artifact which can pin-point the location of royal blood across astronomical distances.

Ah, so they want this artifact to find the missing Ryuvian Princess. How very convenient.

It would seem so.

I'm not too familiar with King Jaylor and the Ryuvians. Can you shed some light on them?

They were formerly a vast military empire, powered by superior technology. But their glory could not last forever, legend speaks of a vast calamity that shook the core of the Ryuvian Empire which triggered its ultimate collapse.

Let me guess: succession issues?

Seems like it. Heirs would compete to become the next in line to succeed the current ruler. Many impostors would stake claim on the throne as well, leading to further chaos.

So you're saying this artifact was created to determine the legitimacy of claimants?

I cannot be certain, but that seems to be the case. Many scientists have tried to study and reverse-engineer Ryuvian's Lost Technologies. Not many have succeeded.

Lost Technology, eh? How advanced are they really?

Let's just say the rest of the galaxy is still trying to play catch up with Ancient Ryuvian's level of sophistication. They say successfully acquiring a piece of the Lost Technology could dramatically tip the scales of power in the galaxy.

Hmmm... suppose we get one and hand it over to Chigara...

You're thinking too far ahead, Captain. Let's just focus on recovering the Crown Jewel first.

Right you are. Set course to the Nomodorn Corridor and engage Warp Drive.

Warp successful, Captain.

Sigh, any idea where to start? I'm not really into this 'treasuring hunting in space' thing.

The nearest planet in this sector is the neutral world of Tautenia. It's what a we call a dark planet, or a world where technology has fallen to pre-warp era levels.

How dark is dark?

Machete gang rapes, widespread pollution, poverty, civil unrest, and prolonged warfare on the surface. It's nothing to worry about, they have nothing that could even scratch Sunrider's armor.

Right. But look out for trouble. I want to be prepared for anything.

Aye, sir. Scanning...wait! Scanners are picking something! Pirates!

Told ya so! Red Alert! Scramble the Ryders!

We're all ready for action, Captain!

I'm reading a distress beacon.

You said Tautenian are pre-warp, didn't you?

Correct. It's an Alliance-registered ship. Civilian, designation "Mochi." Possibly a transport vessel being targeted by the pirates.

Looks like this just turned into a rescue mission. Patch me through to our pilots.

Done.

Asaga, it's a rescue mission. Pirates are targeting a civilian transport.

Understood, Captain! We'll keep those civilians safe!

Captain. I recommend we do not send the Ryders too far ahead. It might leave us vulnerable to ambushes.

Hmmm...

 

[Azira]

You're going to like the next part.

 

[Nevill]

Protect them civvies!

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Ah, Guybrush Threepwood. I see you're still skimping on the milk.

Y-you..you've interfered with my plans for the last time! KILL HIM!

Captain to all ryders, break formation and head straight towards the transport. Don't let Cossette destroy it!

Roger that, Captain! Let's go, guys!

This is the Phoenix, set me loose!

I'll back you up, Asaga!

Ava. Sitrep on Sunrider's upgrades.

Kinetic software and hardware package installed and ready to fire. Energy reactor output increased by 20%. Torpedo Bay 01 and 02 loaded. All system green. She's ready, Sir.

Onward. Towards a World Where No One Gets Mad, even If You Suddenly Ram Your Dick Into The Pussy of a Girl You Fancy.

 

[Shadenuat]

Aaaaand my favorite character joins the party

uh, tactically. tactically favorite unit, I meant.
uh.

 

[abnaxus]

Push her out of the airlock.

 

[RK47]

Spoiler

Looks like today's not your day, Porkchops.

Tsch! Beaten by an azn! This mockery will not stand! Mark my words... you will regret crossing me, Captain!

This isn't over, Steve! Not by a long shot!

Yeah, yeah. Later, Guybrush!

The remaining enemy units are pulling back.

Awesome. Ryders, return to base. Shall we welcome our new friend, Ava?

Hmph. You're looking forward to it, aren't you?

Of course. How'd I look, Ava? *brushes his hair*

Let's move.

Hey, welcome aboard the Sunrider. I'm Captain Steve and this here is Ava, my First Officer.

Ooooahhhh....

Uh..are you okay?

Ugh... And so another bizarre being washes up on our hangar.

Jeez, manners, Ava.

Oh my, eh-heh. You're cuter in person that you looked on the monitor. And azn, too.

(Something's wrong. I never have this sort of effect on women. Is this girl on drugs or something?)

Uh..so what were you doing out here alone?

I was just delivering some medical supplies to a clinic on Tautenia when I was stopped by those pirates. I imagine I would have been killed had you not arrived in time.

(Judging from the size of those knockers and pupils, she'd gladly take a few torpedo hits before going down on all fours. And I'm not talking about her Ryder, either.) I..uh. See. Well, you're safe now.

Looks like I'm in your debt now, Captain.

So... Medical Supplies, huh? But you don't exactly look like a freighter pilot. (But I bet she handled a few joysticks before...)

Ohnoes, I'm a doctor. Hee-hee.

I see. (Mmm-hmm. I should get my blood pressure checked.) And you pilot your own Ryder too?

Eh-heh, you tend to pick up strange skills when you've stayed in the Neutral Rim too long.

Ah. I see. Sorry about the loss of your freighter, but we can drop you off at Tautenia to conclude your business.

Ohnoes, Captain! I couldn't possibly leave without first repaying my debt! Eh-eh...not to mention it'd be a shame to leave an azn like you behind...

(Kinda want, but kinda scared.) Uh. Did you say something?

Oh, nothing, Captain! Say... I don't suppose you need a doctor on board this ship?

Well... actually we do! Our sickbay's been closed ever since we've left port without a doctor!

Ka-Ching! Dr. Trillo is at your service, Captain! Aren't you just so happy to meet me?

Wow... what a good luck, eh Ava? We finally have a doctor for our ship.

I suppose this decision is irreversible?

U-uwah... Chigara, I think you've met quite a formidable rival here...

Now what are you two kids up to?

No-nothing, Captain!

Run along now.

Later...

Yes, oh, omnipresent authority figure?

I've done some research into our new 'doctor.' We have a problem.

Uh, like what kind of problem?

There are no records of her medical license on the Alliance Medical's Association database.

Well... maybe she's licensed outside of the Alliance?

Possibly. Still, I've checked through all the non-Alliance medical circles too and she's nowhere to be found.

Weeeeird. Any traces of her cargo at all? See if her medical supply story checks out?

The pirates blasted any traces of them to dust, Captain.

Well, keep up the search, Ava. I don't really want to take risk on the crew's health.

Captain, why don't you ask her?

Hm. I suppose I could do that...

Really?

Yeah, really.

Steve...

What? C'mon. It's probably nothing. It's not like she's gonna inject me with Ebola or anything. I'll be right back after clearing this up with Claude.

Later at the Sickbay...

O-oh! Captain... I-it's nothing... I was just here for my medical exam...

Oh, hopefully the doc found nothing wrong with you. You'll never know what you'll pick up with all the people and goods which come and go from the ship.

O-oh...yes.. I was c-checked...

Everything okay?

I should go now. G-good bye!

(What happened? Bah, Chigara gonna Chigara. Probably nothing.) Hey, Doc!

Eh? What for?

It's time for your medical exam!

...Oh yeah. Yeah. I have a high blood pressure. Maybe a simple blood test would do nicely.

Well then, unbutton your shirt and lie down on the bed, Captain.

...Fine. (Goddamn this place's cold. Fuck. My nipples are hard. Jesus.) Hey doc, I'm rea-

Hurk. (What's up with this woman?)

Ooo-h my. Naughty naughty... Hueheheheh~

(The fuck is she doing? Holy shit.) Ahn~ (Did she just pulle- Holy fuck she just did it again!) Hey! There's no need to feel up my breast for lumps, Doc! What's wrong with you?!

N-nothing, Captain. Absolutely nothing!

(Yeah, right.)

OK. (Shit. I'm hard.)

Oooooh....

(The fuck you staring at?)

Yeah. I did. I remembered this part. One moment. (Just lower it a bit, let her feel it up a bit and done. Won't take long. C'mon.)

Now, now, Captain. Don't be shy. I'm jujst a trained professional doing her job.

OK. There. Everything okay, doc?

Ufuufufufufufu...let me-

(....OK. Her fingers are on my dick... but calm down, Steve. It's just a med-exam. It's just a med-exam. It's just a med-exam. It's just a med-exam. It's just a-A..AAAH) AhhhHHH.. OH MY GOD WHAT ARE YOU DOING?!

WITH YOUR BARE HANDS?! (OH GOD, SHIT SHIT SHIT. MY HANDS. MY HANDS MY HANDS OF THE RAPIST. MY BODY OF THE VICTIM. NO, I CAN'T MOVE)

Relax Captain, and let it happen. I'll be sure to catch them...

CLAAAAAAAAUDE

AVAAAA?! THIS ISN'T WHAT YOU - H-HURK! (OHMAGAWD I JUST GOT NTR-ED BY OWN CREW?! CONCENTRATE!)

CAPTAIN, I FOUND IT!

W-WHAT?!

This little skeever isn't a doctor at all! Look! Her license is suspended due to malpr-

W-WHAT?! HNNNGHHH! (Too good. HOLY SHIT. NTR IS AWESOME OOoH AHHH OOOOHAHAHAHAHAH HOLY FUCK)

(SHIT SHIT SHIT IT'S TOO LATE. I'M LOSING IT HAHAHAHAH OH GOD IM SORRY AVA) F-FIRE VANGUARDS!

STOP ! DR. TRILLO YOU ARE UNDER ARREST!

STOP HER HANDS STOP HER HANDS GODDAMIT!

GOOD LORD. STEVE!?

OH SHIT OH SHIT- NOT LIKE THIS- NOT LIKE THIS

*THUD*