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Reach for the Stars; But don't forget your towel.
Topic Started: Sep 10 2008, 09:37 PM (187,744 Views)
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Desty's smirk couldn't grow wider. This was HIS area of expertise. HIS field. And he knew every nook and cranny of the craft. So it was no surprise that he just noddd to Crystal's comment and continued to explain.

"Usually, controls are a genuine concern. However, these mecha are a little... Different from most. The pilot seat only has a few manual control levers, most of them simply having one on each side as grips. However, the true beauty comes in the fact that they are only as hard to control as you make them to be. The mecha directly translate neurological signals and biol-electrical pulses into actual motions. As long as you tell the mecha to go right, it will go right. This simplifies difficult controlling styles, and allows for a much wider and quicker range of motion. But perhaps the most important feature of this sort of control is its aiding effect on your mind faculties. While interlinked with the Archetype's subconscious, you are much less vulnerable to any sort of external mental assault, and your thoughts undergo a constant "shielding" process that can sometimes increase focus or aid in processing a complex tactical plan. The Archetypes are attuned to the pilots themselves, and will feel just like a part of themselves that they have long missed. At least that's what Jagan said about the system on the Andromeda."

He just chuckled, spreading his hands widely.

"As long as you know what you want to do, the mecha will run like a dream."

He gave a smirk towards Ethan and Kanna, their comments in no way ribbing him at all. Instead, he just gave them that Desty-Nova-Thinks-You-Said-Something-Stupid look, and simply ignored the comments, letting them slide in one ear and out the other, more focusing on the pilots and the giant robots.

"These mecha also have quite a few security options built in. The material they are made of is interlaced with an explosive compound that is triggered with a specific energy pulse, making all parts of the machine into effective explosives. This feature only activates it a part of a limb or a limb itself is detached from the main body. Armor chipping is not included in this effect. The pilot's cabin is surrounded with 8 full pods of nanites, each with a quarter-tonne of solid material as backup to work with. As long as the pilot's cabin is returned intact, the machines will reconstruct themselves within a period of 24 hours, given the materials needed. The nanites also form an effective DCS system, and even offer limited battleground patch-jobs to the pilots themselves. It's nothing compared to actual medical treatments, but it suffices until end of combat. All of the mecha are capable of open space operation, atmospheric operation, are all hyperspace-capable and equipped with hyperdrives, and all have enough structural integrity to enter or exit planet atmosphere without any damage. The life support systems are as extensive as I could make them and each mech has a storage of enough oxygen to last months. Each one has the standard detection, DSSS, ECM, ECCM, battlefield control and quick-detection systems, along with monitors for spatial fluctuations for incoming and outgoing jumps. Taking you by surprise will be next to impossible. Each mecha can switch sight type from normal photo-receptor feed to heat, sound, tectile, lifesign, motion and even spatial distortion sights."

He let out a breath, finally having finished the long explanation, and grinned massively.

"There are, of course, more options for you to find and use, and they are included in the simulation mode each mecha is equipped with, the simulation acting in the same way as a standalone combat simulator you are probably quite familiar with. Other than that, feel free to get inside and see how things work! The mecha were built for combat, so don't expect the most comfortable or luxurious seating, but I made sure to make them well enough so as not to cause unnecessary joint or back aches after piloting."

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Azmuth's Firefly

When KOS-MOS gave her consent, chaos dove into his pouch, taking out that same toolbox that he used previously. A pen-like tool and a small scanner were out immediately as he ran a full body scan, wrinkling his nose at the amount of red that showed up on the screen. He had some work to do.

“… chaos, why are you so intent on helping me?”

chaos stopped, blinking a few times at her, looking rather owlish... And smiled, a small and surprisingly gentle smile.

"Because no one ever needs a reason to help someone. I do it because I want to. Because you are a friend of mine, one that understands me much better than most. And I do it because helping people brings a glow, a happiness that no other action has provided me with yet."

He then continued to work, slowly returning the more important power circuits to semi-effectiveness, making sure that all contacts were sealed off so there was no short-circuiting. He didn't want her damaged most of all, and her power core was in a fragile state after the body's general destruction.

Luckily, he had the tools.

"... Perhaps there is another reason, too. I was supposed to help you stay safe, and you come back damaged beyond whatever kind of repair I can offer. I know it is presumptuous of me to think that I could have possibly helped against an enemy like T-Elos, and perhaps it was a good thing I distracted such a powerful opponent on the outside of that fortress... But I still feel bad about it. But the only thing I can do now is apologize for not being there and try to help you recover as much as I can until we find someone who can use the plans on this disc to repair you."
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~ Desty Nova, Karmatron Theory

Let them Label me! Let them swear and curse at me as I tug humanity like a bucking bull into the darkness of the unknown, revealing its secrets to the sane and driving them MAD! In ages long past, I shall be looked upon as a tyrant and a savior! As a savant and as a fool! My work shall advance humanity long past its time, throw it into the unknown future and force it to grow strong or FALL! Years from now, when I will inevitably be removed, my work shall continue to progress, because these things cannot be denied! Governments will publicly criticize my work, but privately conduct research that advances it! I shall imprint myself into the annals of history, among the stars that shine as brightly as Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, Benjamin Franklin, Dmitri Mendeleev, Nikola Tesla, and countless others! My work will shine as brightly as any star, and I AM ITS CREATOR!!!
~ Desty Nova, Morality


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Rica took note of Kanna’s disapproval of the mechs, and he shrugged his shoulders.

“No worries, darling. I don’t think any of us will need any of those. I don’t plan on taking on any starships anytime soon.”

[…]

Sama grinned at Crystal, but suddenly the bunny growled at him and he gulped, stepping back. That rabbit was scary…

When Nova started to explain about the controls, he gave a grin. “Well that does sound easy!”

[Azmuth’s Firefly]

"Huh? Oh, nothing! I just thought it might have been someone important!"

Jordan groaned and leaned back against the wall, suddenly wondering why he even bothered to come check on her. Molly did not seem to realize she was stabbing him in the face with her words.

“… Oh, uh, yeah…” Jordan was at a blank. Then he remembered his purpose for coming. “… You given any thought to where we’re going next?”

[…]

KOS-MOS listened as chaos spoke, seemingly hanging on his every word. It was difficult for her to comprehend his way of thinking… he did not need a reason to help? It sounded so… unusual.

She had no reason for anything. She had not known her creation, and when she learned the truth she was horrified by it. Now she was without any seeming purpose, aside from a loose promise to help the Plumbers…

"Because no one ever needs a reason to help someone.

“… Thank you, chaos. You do not need to feel bad about what happened to me. I shall be repaired… maybe then we can help people together.”
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Didymus nodded.

"I'd like you to screen the prisoners again, if you would. At least, the one you did screen. Ask her if she ever overheard anything. It's not much to go on, but it may be one of the only leads we have in this affair."

Brig

"Didn't mean that, princess?" the guard pushed. "So you mean that as long as we only look at the actions you yourself would point out, you're innocent?"

"Hey, easy man. Knock it off." another guard said.

"What? You wanna listen to this girl prattle on about how pure and innocent she is, and how wrong we are to hold her? I say we call her out, if that's what it takes to shut her up."

“… Hey, guard. Hold on. Mind coming over here?”

"Dude, don't do it. He's probably got some cyber-back-up we didn't cover or something that he's gonna use on you."

The guard who had been taunting/calling Rinoa out shook his head.

"Ah, what can he do? You guys can still just blast him if he tries anything, right?"

The other guards shook their heads, as the one Cyborg addressed walked over.

"Well? What is it?" he asked.
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"Good" was all Kanna had to say....She REALLY didn't like them.

On the other hand Crystal loved the concept, especially regarding it's control as Nova explained it. She really wanted to take the thing for a test run, especially to try out it's long range attacks.

Of course she needed to see the others do it first. She had never driven the equivalent to a giant robot before.

Azmuth’s Firefly

Eva wasn't aware that her words were practically killing Jordan, so instead of rephrasing what she had said before she just answered his question.

"I guess we're going wherever the Firefly is taking us...But I did decide that today we NEED to make contact with each. My dad and Rick haven't heard from us in awhile and they're probably freaking out."
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“They're weapons...Weapons are useless,” Ethan snorted, “It's because of weapons all of this has happened to us. If we could figure out how to deal without them, things would probably be a better place.”

Ethan did not like weapons. He felt people should use their own abilities. He believed this before he got super strength, mind you.

Samuel, meanwhile, walked over to Nova.

“Excuse me, you said something about a woman named Levina contacting you? Can I see the recording, if you have it?” he asked. Samuel was very nervous.



“Kanna's with the others, looking at giant robots. And I think Nova told Samuel something about a girl named...Levina...” Erin answered.

Galv froze, clutching Melanie's hand tightly. He remembered his father telling him about his mother, yesterday...her name...

“Are you sure?!” Galv suddenly yelled, eyes wide and moving forward, “That name?”

Erin blinked, looking a little startled, “Ummm...not entirely. It was a bit hard to tell...”

Galv turned to Melanie, “Come on, we have to find them!”

-Azmuth's Firefly-

Ben/Spider-Monkey ducked the sword, and shot more web at Rex!

“I don't know what kind of Yeerk tech you have, but you can't beat the Omnitrix!” Ben/Spider-Monkey declared.



Jenny watched chaos and KOS-MOS, then paused, looking at a panel.

“Hmmm...seems like something's happening...Did Ben free Albedo?” Jenny wondered, looking at the panel, “I'll be back!”

She hurried out the medical center, and hurried for the hallways.
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Melanie had never heard that name before...But apparently Galv had, as he was now two seconds from rushing off out the door, Melanie right behind him if he decided to.

"What is it?! Who is she!?" She asked, sensing the urgency from the boy.
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((Yes, I missed this completely. X_X Sorry!))

Cyborg looked at the guard and glared, but he remained professional.

“… I’m part machine. It is a known fact that Yeerks cannot control inorganic species. Therefore, it is impossible for me to be under the control of one.”

He pressed a button on his arm and out popped a laminated ID card, which he handed to the guard. It was his ID card as a Republic operative, working under the prevue of General Caraway.

“… I need to speak with Caraway. Immediately.”

[NL Apocalypse]

“Useless? You’re an idiot.” Rica shook his head. “Weapons are useless? No. Weapons are tools, nothing more and nothing less. In the hands of an idiot or a power hungry lunatic, they are the worst thing ever. When used to protect those who cannot protect themselves and to defend those you love… they are invaluable.”


Sama, meanwhile, was admiring the robots. He then turned to Crystal, Sonic, Asuka and Rei.

“Asuka, Rei, you two – and Jagan – need to report back to the Crusader. Tell Didymus that your new mechs are approved for battle and that Jagan is there as a attachment to Philanthropy, and I’m sending him to help.”

Didymus would be thrilled, I’m sure. Still, Sama did not realize his old friend was currently paranoid, nor did he know about Mustang being corrupt.

“Crystal, Sonic… we don’t have any current orders. If you want to test our these new mechs, we could join with the Fleet for the upcoming battle against the Metarex… or we could go find our own adventure.”

He still wanted to find Burke…

[…]

When Galv freaked out, Felix blinked and followed behind him.

[Azmuth’s Firefly]

Jordan nodded a bit, rubbing his neck.

“Yeah… we should call your dad and Rick… in fact… Molly, you think maybe we should head back to Earth?”

He frowned. “I know, I know… but Molly, this situation we’re in is way over our head. We don’t even have the Arrow with us… I don’t know that I can protect you from this stuff, Molly…”

[…]

Rex raised an eyebrow as Ben tried to shot web at him. He cut it down with his sword and jumped back.

“YEERK tech? Oh you must be out of your mind, kid! The Yerks WISH they had what I’ve got!”
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Jagan watched as the entire procession either denied Professor Nova's skill or praised him. It appears that, as usual, Desty Nova's own abilities were as controversial as the man himself, and Jagan was mildly curious.

After all, it is not every day that someone denies the usefulness of a giant machine of destruction.

But it was not Kanna and Ethan and Rica that interested Jagan. The PILOTS of the mecha currently being observed were the subject of Jagan's observations.

Asuka Langley-Soryu seemed the most apprehensive, though he could understand why. The EVA units had a certain bad reputation behind them, and these mecha were built with similar core archetypes. Nonetheless, when Nova explained the machines a little further, she seemed to relax and start looking over the machine with the hawk-eye of a skilled pilot. At the moment, she was not as impulsive as Professor Nova has built the mecha to be, but that was to be expected.

Not many could disgrace Nova by behaving badly in his presence.

Ayanami Rei, however... She seemed much more curious, though whether it was Jagan's misobservation or truth was anyone's guess. From what he was seeing, the machine definitely fit the pilot in the case of the blue-haired girl. Stoic and somewhat blank, much similar to his own usual appearance...

He would have to observe further to make any sort of logical deduction.

The most exuberant were Sama and Crystal, which were already discussing training in piloting the machines. This was where he decided to step in.

"The mecha are complete and will fit into any standard service clamp used in UTR hangars. You are free to start piloting them at any time, and we could easily begin the test drive as soon as you wish."

Desty grinned at the boy, silently proud of Jagan's snag of the initiative.

"Feel free to take them at any time, yes. The Hangar bay is directly connected to the Launch rail, and they are ready for combat. They have already undergone maximum stress testing along with everything else, and have proven to be perfectly solid. I don't doubt that they would pass any inspection."

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chaos nodded happily, and reconnected one of the wires, resulting in the startup of one of the safety features on the energy core, solidifying its continued activity.

"You're welcome, KOS-MOS. I am just glad that you are still alive... And awake. Not knowing whether your friend is ever going to wake up or not... That is perhaps one of the harshest tests any of us ever have to take. I am glad I can still speak to you."

He looked up, his smile sheepish again.

"I'm being a bit of a fool again, aren't I? I know that you are not destroyed so easily and that you're mechanical. But... I still can't help but worry, you know? Beside the fact that you are made of metal, you are as real as anyone I have ever spoken to. I cannot look at you like I would look at a machine. Anyone can see that you are as alive as any human."

He dove back to work, again skirting around the semi-warped power core to see if he could stabilize anything else amongst the destroyed pieces.
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~ Desty Nova, Karmatron Theory

Let them Label me! Let them swear and curse at me as I tug humanity like a bucking bull into the darkness of the unknown, revealing its secrets to the sane and driving them MAD! In ages long past, I shall be looked upon as a tyrant and a savior! As a savant and as a fool! My work shall advance humanity long past its time, throw it into the unknown future and force it to grow strong or FALL! Years from now, when I will inevitably be removed, my work shall continue to progress, because these things cannot be denied! Governments will publicly criticize my work, but privately conduct research that advances it! I shall imprint myself into the annals of history, among the stars that shine as brightly as Albert Einstein, Isaac Newton, Benjamin Franklin, Dmitri Mendeleev, Nikola Tesla, and countless others! My work will shine as brightly as any star, and I AM ITS CREATOR!!!
~ Desty Nova, Morality


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Ethan shook his head towards Rica.

“No. A weapon is something to hurt someone else. A tool is something that benefits people. A hammer can be used as a weapon, but it's true function is a tool. A mech like these can only be used for destruction and fighting,” Ethan responded.

“Excuse me, Nova?” Samuel asked, approaching Nova, “You said something about a woman named Levina contacting you...can you tell me more? This is really important...”


Sonic, meanwhile, looked up towards Sama.

“I wouldn't mind kicking butt. It's up to you. Metarex or otherwise, long as it's bad guys,” Sonic said.



“That name...Levina...Samuel...my dad...” Galv corrected himself, as he ran down the hallways, holding Melanie's hand, “He said...that was her name...the name of my mother...”

Aiden followed Felix, who was following Galv and Melanie.

-Azmuth's Firefly-

“...Wait, what?” Ben/Spider-Monkey said. He paused, then pressed his Omnitrix, returning to his human form. He held up his Omnitrix, and a green light played over Rex.

“No foreign DNA detected,” the Omnitrix said.

“So you're not infected!” Ben said, “Wait...who are and what are you doing here then? Are you an enemy of the Plumbers?”
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Didymus approached the entrance to the brig.

"Look, lieutenant. Again, if you would, could you screen the prisoners again for any trace of Mustang's activities or dealings with Burke? If indeed he's planning something for this battle, any information we can get could be vital."

He stepped into the brig just as Cyborg made his request.

The guard laughed.

"Ah! Sir! You're just in time! Look at this!"

Didymus regarded the ID card.

"...wow. You're kidding me." he said. "Fine, fine, get a communicator or something at get Brigadier Caraway on the line."

In a short while, Cyborg would be in contact with him...
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"You're mother is alive?!" Melanie exclaimed, trying to keep up with the boy and talk at the same time. She had thought he was an orphan..Or at least motherless considering the last day or two...

Apparently Galv thought he was motherless too!

[...]

"The mecha are complete and will fit into any standard service clamp used in UTR hangars. You are free to start piloting them at any time, and we could easily begin the test drive as soon as you wish."

"That sounds awesome! I'd love to start as soon as possible!" Crystal exclaimed happily.
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Sama looked to Nova and shook the Professor’s hand. “Thank you, sir. Philanthropy is in your debt. If you ever find yourself in need of our help, do not hesitate to call me.”

He looked to Sonic, and then to Crystal.

“Well, if you’re both ready… why don’t we board the mechs and rendezvous with the Third Fleet? When it comes to fighting the Metarex, I think we’re all on the same page.”

He looked to Jagan. “You’re coming with us, right?”

[…]

Rica shook his head. “A mech can only be used for destruction? Hardly. Mechs are used for construction, land development. They can also be used to defend from hostile invaders. Do you think you could defeat the entire Metarex yourself, Ethan?”

Rica raised an eyebrow. “If I use a mech or a gun to protect someone, it has a good purpose.”

[Azmuth’s Firefly]

Rex paused as Ben stood down. He had turned human again, and he seemed to end his attack. Rex transformed his hands and feet back to normal, but stood a bit away from Ben.

“No, I’m not infected… and something tells me you aren’t either…” Rex paused.

“… Plumbers? … Oh, I’ve heard of them! Is that who you guys are?” Rex laughed and leaned back against the wall.

“Oh MAN! I guess there’s no need to fight then.” Rex shrugged. “Too bad… seemed like that would have been a fun fight.”

He brushed his hand on his jacket and extended it. “Name’s Rex. I think we have some mutual friends.”

[…]

Jordan rubbed his neck.

“Molly… come on, I know you want an adventure, but…”

[TRS Crusader]

Leon nodded. “Of course. I’ll screen and see if any of them know of Burke.”

When Cyborg was given a communicator, he was soon speaking with Caraway. Meanwhile, Rinoa was getting suspicious – and she looked over at Didymus.

“W-What’s going on?”
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“I don't know...” Galv said, slowing down, “Maybe...I just don't have enough information...I barely found out that I have a father...”

He stopped now, turning towards Melanie and hugging her tightly, mostly to try and steady himself.

Galv really hoped that if his mother was alive, she wouldn't be like Kanna.

“I don't know what to do...All of this is new...” Galv sighed.



“...So...” Erin said, blinking. “The kids left...we're the only ones here right now.” She grinned at Jason. “Are we going to follow them or would you like to make out some?”

Erin tended to be pretty blunt about these things...



“You wouldn't need a gun if the other people didn't have one either,” Ethan responded, “But I will admit, sadly, these weapons are needed.”

-Azmuth's Firefly-

Ben paused, then shook Rex's hand.

“You know about some of us? Have you met The Doctor before?” Ben wondered.

-Uninhabited Planet-

A figure in a black cloak walked through the ruins, where The Master had fallen.

He paused, a ring resting by his feet. He bent down and picked it up, inspecting it, then placed it in his cloak.

He had what he needed for, and headed back for his ship...
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“W-What’s going on?”

"Your friend wanted his phone call." he said.

He was extremely tempted to let her know that "her" men were in Republic employ-but decided against it for now.
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Galv stopped suddenly, Melanie bumping into the boy before he turned around to hug her tightly. She was caught slightly off guard but smiled. "I'm happy for you" she told him "I'm sure she'll be wonderful"

[...]

Jason groaned, taking Erin by the arm and sitting her down.

"Erin. We should probably talk"

[...]

Kanna watched the battle of words between Ethan and Rica back and forth for awhile now, not sure which man she sided with. Both made good points, but personally she didn't want to be anywhere near mechas.

[...]


"You ready Shannon?" Crystal asked excitedly. The small bunny merely wrinkled it's nose and glared at Sama's mess of hair.

Azmuth's Firefly

Eva gave a laugh "You know i'm right though. My dad is gonna be more mad if we dont contact him. Especially with you. He likes to blame you for things doesn't he?"

She laughed again
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