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The Fallout Games; Act III
Topic Started: Mar 12 2012, 06:02 PM (34,761 Views)
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[District: Small House]

The moment Shimera giggled, Musashi and Sama both went into high alert hearing the sound. Musashi pulled a dagger out from under his sleeve – sadly he could not smuggle a sword up his shirt or he would have – and Sama had a gun.

Guns were rare in District. It was illegal to own one if you weren’t a Peacekeeper, and the penalty for being caught with one was immediate execution. It was all part of the Enclave’s plan to make sure the rebellion would never happen again.

“Whose there!?” Sama demanded.
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-District: Small House-

A noise outside...a giggle.

Cess's face would have paled if he wasn't already near white. He knew that giggle. It was very familiar to him.

But how did she...when...

Cess slapped his forehead, suppressing a groan. She must have floated. He knew where the cameras were, so he had already avoided them instinctively, not needing to look up. And he was so use to Shimera being around, he just didn't notice her following.

“Ummm...guys...I know who that is...” Cess said, though he looked worried. He stepped outside, phasing through the door, looking around.

“...Darn it Shimera...” Cess frowned, “I know you're there...”

-New Vegas: Lucky 38-

“Unfortunately yes, someone else does have it...and I'm not sure where they currently are,” Mr. House answered, “About two decades ago I hired another capable individual to bring me the Chip. He apparently decided that I shouldn't have it, and ran off. Last I heard of him, he ran for Legion territory, though I calculate a 95% chance the man was not part of the Legion.”

Mr. House's gaze would have focused hard on Cole had he had one now, “This will be dangerous. Doing this will require traveling through Legion territory. I admit, it's one of the reasons I chose you. The Legion idolize power and skill, which you have and are known for. I can't say for certain it'll mean they'll let you pass unheeded. You still have a chance to say no. But if you say no now, you will not have an opportunity for this again...”

-Tribute's Train-

“It wasn't that lonely...I lived in an orphanage with a bunch of other kids...” Aiden said, frowning, “But no one really hung out with me...”

Because she kept accidentally starting fires.

Then Apollo appeared, and Aiden smiled towards the man.

“Hello Mr. Apollo!” Aiden said, clapping her hands together, “Shipper and I thought we'd work together to win! Doesn't that sound like a great idea?”



“Well they're not going to know the contents exactly, just that it's a love letter,” Hammah said, trying to make Kxs feel better, “Only Jimi's going to know the exact words after all...”
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[District: Small House]

“… Cess… you let someone follow you?” Sama sighed, rubbing the back of his neck. “Boooooy just be glad Nanami isn’t here.”

Musashi nodded… and shuddered. Both Sama and Musashi put their weapons away.

[New Vegas: Outside the Lucky 38]

A black woman in her twenties was sitting on the steps of the Lucky 38, with her back to the wall and her eyes closed. She had a smirk on her lips, and she seemed to be waiting for Cole to reappear.

Her name was Nix. She was a local in Vegas, and everyone knew her – and knew not to mess with her. Nix was somewhat of a trouble maker, but had enough reputation that the gangs in town left her alone. She was dangerous, and everyone knew it.


Down the street, mingling with the crowd was another young woman. Her name was Kuo, and she worked for the NCR, though she was not in a uniform. She, too, was waiting for Cole… she had heard about someone going into the Lucky 38, and the NCR wanted to know who.


Oh, and twenty or so Omertas were waiting too. The Boss had ‘requested’ Cole’s presence, and if the Omerta Boss wanted to see someone, he would.
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"Oi! Nice to meet ya, Mr. Apollo. My name's Nathaniel Shipper." He beamed happily, looking to Aiden and blushing. "Uh, yeah, what she said."

Apollo chuckles. "I'm glad I'm working with more youthful tributes. You see, people know me as the youngest victor...which appears to be quite the feat. This is my first time, so hopefully I can help you guys win. First thing's first..."

He looks up. "So you plan on working together. That has its advantages and disadvantages. First of all, there can be only ONE victor."

Shipper swallowed hard. No..that couldn't be.

Apollo didn't exactly want to tell them there was one game where there ended up being two victors. Not on-board a train, anyway. "Then there's the constant fear of your partner backstabbing you. But! You two already seem pretty thick. SO here's the advantages."

"Working in groups has proven to be the greatest approach in any situation. More skills, more specialization, more strength. Not to mention, it can get lonely playing the games by yourself. So I'm glad you two are sticking together. Any questions on this?"

New Vegas: Lucky 38

Cole didn't seem unnerved at all. "I accept your job." He smiles. "Provided the reward's good. Sneaking around Legion land is dangerous as hell. And I'm not looking forward to being crucified."

He looks up to House. "I do have a question though. More like a need for advice. Like you said, those Monsters like power. You want me to infiltrate them and sneak through? I fear trying to muscle my way through will end up with me dead and you..chip outta luck." Smirks at his own pun.
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Shimera gave up. She was noticed and now she had to show herself. She stood up and went toward the door. "Um, may I come in?" she asked the people inside. "I'm Cess' friend."


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"I know that, but the public knowing about the letter I wrote...It's uncomforting," KxS said quietly. She wasn't sure if Hammah understood, but she decided not to make a big deal out of it. All she knew was that the love letter could save her life in some way.
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-District: Small House-

Cess blushed, rubbing the back of his head.

“Heh...I guess I'm just so use to her presence I didn't realize she was following me...” Cess said to Musashi and Sama, “Guys, this is Shimera. She's my, well...girlfriend...”

He gave the two a sheepish grin, thinking that of anyone in the rebellion, these two would probably understand the best.

“She's...well...from the Capitol...” he added, deciding it was best to be upfront with that. “Shimera, these are...some of my friends.”

He didn't want to give out their names. While he trusted Shimera completely, he didn't think they would.

-New Vegas: Lucky 38-

Inside

“I will leave it up to you to decide how to best navigate the Legion territory,” Mr. House said, “I expect results, McGrath. The only thing I don't want you to do is to reveal the Chip. Find the man who took it, and you will find the chip.”

House seemed to not have noticed the bad pun, instead Victor rolled forward, producing a picture of a bald, middle aged Asian man, who was smiling and flashing a victory sign. The photo had been taken by a security camera.

“He'd be older by now. I suppose it's even possible he's died of old age by now, but then that will be a lead you will need to follow up on if that's the case. When you enter Legion territory I won't be able to contact you very easily, so I leave things to your digression,” House continued, “His name is unimportant...no one calls him that. He's simply known as 'Old Man' or 'Sensei' depending. Now then unless you have something else you need to talk about, I would like you start.”

Outside

Lounging on the steps as well waiting for Cole was a man named Zeke. Cole's best friend and rather rotund for a world like they lived in, Zeke was always there for Cole, and vice versa.

He ignored Nix, instead sipping a bottle of beer, watching several drunk visitors to the casinos.

“Man, I wish we could hit up those casinos. Hit the big time! Though I suppose meeting Mr. House himself means a lot too...” Zeke said, mostly to himself.

-Tribute's Train-

Just one victor? Aiden frowned, but shrugged it off. She'd just let Shipper win, and then he'd share with her, she was certain. He seemed really nice and friendly.

She didn't realize all the losers had to die, that they couldn't just 'give up.'

“Ummm...do you know where we'll be fighting?” Aiden asked. He wouldn't since the arena was kept in the dark to everyone but a handful of people, being revealed when the Games started. “And what should we do for our interview?”



Hammah gave Kxs a short smile, nodding his head, “Just think, when all this is over, you and Jimi can run off and get married and all that, right?”

He was grinning now, trying to cheer Kxs up, though this would most likely embarrass her as well.
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New Vegas: Lucky 38

Cole nodded. "I'll get your chip, don't worry. I work with efficiency. Your package is guaranteed."

He smiles and nods. "I suppose you don't have any more words. So I'll be on my way. Rest assured, Mr. House." He takes a stroll out to the elevator. He stepped on and thought things through. So he HAD found a job. But it wasn't a simple delivery mission..not this time. Not just a delivery..no, this was an opportunity! As he stepped outside of the 38, he was overwhelmed with the amount of people.

His bestfriend was standing there. That's right, Zeke was in New Vegas. Maybe he could recruit him for help. Zeke knew a lot, after all. Two women, each seem fixated on different things...a group of well dressed men..and a group of various gamblers, soldiers, and scavengers, as well as an Elvis Impersonator or two, who had gathered, whispering about the Lucky 38..and how Cole was the first man in there for the longest time.

Well, well, well. Where to begin?

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"Nope." He chuckles. "It isn't that simple. If it was, I could help you guys ten-fold. I'll be revealed to the arena the same time as you. But I will review the various, possible terrains in the near future."

Apollo chuckles. "How should you go about the interviews? Easy. You need to look good, you need to speak confidently. Now, in the past, people have put on acts."

He thinks. "Some have acted out as allies. Comedy, intelligence, claims of strength, cutesy..people want to be entertained. And they're going to give money and things to people they like or think will win. You two are going at it together and plan to work the games together. Among other choices, you can play up your strengths..looked into it, you're both manipulators of elements. That can make a big difference. You can tell stories of your childhood. Talk about things you'll miss, try to garner sympathy. Act like a couple. People just love when romance is involved in the games." He was referring to Nanami and her love, of course. The two went in and came out together, but at a great expense.

Shipper's cheeks lit up. "Gee...I dunno...seems like a lot of work. Aiden, what do you think?" He turns to her.
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[New Vegas]

As soon as Cole stepped out of the Lucky 38, Nix was about to walk over and introduce herself (since no one EVER went into the Lucky 38, so he caught her attention), but instead a group of Omertas rushed over to Cole.

“You,” The lead Omerta said easily, pointing at him. “We work for the Omertas. Our boss has requested your presence, immediately, at the penthouse of the Gomorrah. This is a rare opportunity… I suggest you take it.”

That was the nice way of saying “come with us or we’ll hurt you”.

[District: Small House]

Sama sighed and rubbed the back of his neck.

“You can’t just bring your girlfriend to secret rebel bases! I’m pretty sure that’s against the rules.”

Technically, it’s not.

Musashi, however, understood and grinned to Cess. “Aw… doing stupid things for girls. Right on, bro. But um… Shimera… you’re from the Capitol…?”

That could be a problem.
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The Capitol: Holding Area

The red-haired man grinned, bringing one hand up, fingers curled in a fist, while the other grabbed the same arm's bicep, looking for all the world like some construction worker about to get "constructive" all over the site.

The fact that he looked as determined as he was amused didn't help matters much.

"Alright then! Let's get cooking! So, old man, before we get rough in our loincloths, any particular advice you can impart on a newbie fighter? Or should we get right down to business and knock out a few teeth? Either way works for me, I learn better when doing stuff anyways!"

He shrugged.

"Truth to say... I want to WIN this thing. I want to show Gallic that there are people out there that can and WILL stand up to his pansy ass, hose that will fight him until their dying breath, those that just WON'T. GIVE. UP. And then either escape, or if that doesn't happen, wait until he tries to fulfill his own promise... And wait for him. And If I have to go out with a bang, I'll simply take him apart with me. So, old man, give me some lessons. Teach me, so I can take some revenge not only on my own behalf, but for those who cannot do so for themselves. Hell, I'll even take YOUR hope and YOUR despair... And punch Gallic SO HARD that his teeth will be flying into the next century!"
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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!!!
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-New Vegas: Lucky 38-

“Hey there brother! Heard you got to talk to Mr. House,” Zeke said, seeing Cole leave, holding up his beer towards the electro-kinetic, “Got a new job? Need any help from the Zeke-meister?”

Then several Omertas showed up, Zeke frowning at them, glancing back towards Cole. Zeke didn't like the look of them...

But then again he would love to see the Gommorah. From everything he heard it seemed like a fun place.

-Tribute's Train-

Aiden paused. Romance? A couple?

It seemed these Games would be heavy on romance. Gallic would be displeased.

Aiden was quiet for a moment. She glanced towards Shipper then stepped forward, suddenly giving him a quick kiss. She didn't think much of it, it was just a kiss. She simply wanted to see if she could pull it off.

“Like that?” Aiden wondered, not knowing the effect it might have on Shipper.

-District: Safe House-

“I didn't bring her here, she just followed me...” Cess said, shaking his head, blushing now, “And yes, she's from the Capitol...but she's not like a lot of the others. She doesn't like the Games, for one...”

He glanced towards Shimera, giving the girl a smile, then turned back to Musashi and Sama.

“I wouldn't have brought her here on purpose...I didn't want her in danger...”

-The Capitol: Holding Area-

Pibb was quiet, staring down at Lavan. He frowned at Lavan's words.

“...Winning will not be easy,” Pibb said, after a moment, “If you are the kind of person who finds killing children easy and something you will do without remorse to get to Gallic, then I can not help you.

“That's what I need to impress on you. You may talk big, of taking on Gallic and winning for all the evil he has caused...You will be fighting teenagers. Some of them barely understand their own powers, some of them will be scared. They will have families, loved ones back home they want to get to. Can you do this, Strudel?”

Pibb stared with his dark red eyes, right at Lavan, “It may very well come down to you and a pour soul, there because of a cruel prank fate played on them. What will you do then? Will you simply strike them down to continue your own path of revenge?”
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Lavan shook his head.

"Nah. I never said that I would be killing people. That I would be murdering anyone. And that I wouldn't have a way out of anything. No, I'm not that cruel. But I WILL find a way to win without having to kill them. I WILL find a way to stop Gallic. I don't know how. Not yet. I'll have to be there to see it all, to feel it all and to plan something."

He looked down at a hand that he clenched at some point, looking surprisingly blank for all of his previous cheerfulness. That blank expression was suddenly replaced by a snarl of fury that would make even a saint's hair stand on end.

"And I will find Gallic, String him up onto a flagpole by his own internals, and then use him as a mop to clean the remains of his Enclave off the walls. THAT is what I will do."

His snarl turned into a smirk as he looked up at Pibb.

"THAT I will promise. I will not kill any of the contestants of the game, not by my own deliberation. I will not falter and will stand until the end with my head tall. I WILL win this game. And I WILL find Gallic... And destroy his Enclave. Everything I did up till now leads to that end. So, Pibb. Will you help me with my ambition? Will you help YOURSELF?"
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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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KxS made a quiet chuckle. "Married? Sure he and I are of age, but..." she couldn't finish her sentence. She was so flustered that she couldn't think up of an argument.

She had to face it, what argument was there? They obviously liked each other a lot and young as they were, they both were of legal marrying age. She started daydreaming of making it out of the games and Jimi proposing to her all romantic and stuff.

That kept her quiet for a while, but she seemed content--even though she was in a daze.



District: Small House

Shimera gave the boys a smile. "It's nice to meet you! I was curious and started following you, Cess, I'm sorry that I didn't say anything!"

“I wouldn't have brought her here on purpose...I didn't want her in danger...”

The blonde girl laughed. "And why not? Danger is fun and adventurous! Oh! Which brings me to a teeeeeeeeny tiny question I want to ask you."

On cue, she put on the sweetest puppy-face she ever had. "May I join the Rebellion? Pweeeaaasseee?"
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He opened his mouth to talk to Zeke...until the thugs arrived. Man oh man, more job offers already? He clearly underestimated his own popularity.

"If it's a request for a job, tell 'em I booked up already." He replied. He simply wanted to know WHY they wanted him. He heard some shady things about Gomorrah. Of course, this also caused a ripple in the crowd of New Vegas people. Not only had he entered the Lucky 38, Mr. House gave him a job.

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Shipper blushed heavily, swooning a bit. Oh man, his first kiss! Distracted now, he fell silent.

Apollo chuckled. "Yes, exactly like that. If you're going to play the part of a couple, you need to make it seem like you're very much in love. That you would just as soon die for him as he would for you. This will get you more than a few supporters as well as contributors. And it will give me more supplies to dole out to you two."

He leaned forward. "This all sounds good in theory. But trust me right here and now, the Enclave doesn't care much for the romantic aspect of the games. You go in there, acting like a couple, they'll do everything in their power to make sure one of you dies during the game. It's all for the sake of entertainment." He was lying a bit, of course. Romance was frowned upon, true. But the way they dispatched couples varied quite a bit...and it was definitely a risk.

"So, you guys want to take on that view? If so, we need to start planning now."
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[District: Small House]

Musashi’s eye twitched at Shimera. She was not too unusual… a lot of people had the notion that danger could be fun. Actually, Musashi agreed that it WAS fun, but he had seen many friends die, and he had many scars from his own adventures.

When she asked to join the rebellion, Sama frowned.

“You realize that joining the rebellion means you’ll be a criminal? If you get caught, it’s a fate worse than the Hunger Games…” Sama wanted to make sure she was sure about this.

[New Vegas Strip]

The Omerta who seemed to be in charge of the group adjusted his tie and he frowned a little to Cole.

“I don’t think you understand, pal… if the boss wants to see you, then YOU want to see the boss. He’s a man who can make your life pretty sweet if you please him, and he can end it if you piss him off.”
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Once again there was a pause to place in applause before Ceasar gave a grin and cleared his throat a bit.

"Very good very good! So another question!" he said, leaning in as if asking something touchy "You and your partner look like great competitors, any chance of an alliance in bloom?"

The world would explode if Shinji and Kimi were to work together.

[...]

Melanie couldn't help but to look at Rica, frowning a bit. The man, as well as everyone else in the room, seemed so keen on keeping her alive...Not she AND Galv. She was starting to feel as if she missed some kind of important conversation.

“Besides...a long time ago my dad volunteered in your mom's place for the Games. I guess it's something like a family obligation.”


"You shouldn't feel obligated to me...You barely know me" Melanie said with a sigh, rubbing at some of the glitter on her cheeks. "None of you do...Why do you want me to live so much!?"

Melanie was starting to get nervous.

Spork Residence

"You protected your sister didn't you? Maybe not from the games but from everything else" Colette said with a smile, leaning in taking a sniff of the tea she was now brewing. "I hope mom likes this...She's acting funny.
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