hello? where are we?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)03:35 No. 213502 ID: f80af7
File 128039970275.png - (30.67KB , 512x512 , 002.png )

>>213501
Inside me, your new host.

Initializing senses link... filtering all but sound and vision. You may see and hear through me now, anything else will require my permission.

... who are you?

>>213503
This.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)03:57 No. 213509 ID: f80af7
File 12804010486.png - (6.30KB , 512x512 , 003.png )

Synchronizing... done.

I'm Riel, or actually ║╝riel•¬. I misplaced a pointer a while ago and it kind of messed up the place in memory where my name was, thus the junk data. I'll have to deal with this for now, until I find any data on myself around the place.

I'm an AI, female, full personality, embodied and trained for extended combat purposes.
Compiled at h19:20d1Em0AyA5B standard time.

I found you in a spherical omni-capacitor carried by your companions. You must've finally run out of power after all these centuries, that's why the amnesia and recent collapse. You're lucky I didn't eliminate them right away, as the blue haired one stopped me in time to prove they're not Zein spies or explorers. They said you were broken, though you were only exhausted. There was no other way of preserving you than transfer into myself. About two weeks have passed since your collapse.

>>213509
>AI, female

Brace yourself.

>>213509
Our companions, how are they?

hmmm.... was a spherical omni-capacitor a common thing at the time of our creation or are we a rarity?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)04:46 No. 213527 ID: f80af7
File 128040395991.png - (3.04KB , 256x256 , 004.png )

>>213512
They warned me of your serious lack of decency. I cut off most senses and raised my security, so don't try anything funny.

>>213518
Such a material was a rarity even at the time of my creation, and I'm about 600 years old. It's not uncommon to find an omni stone, but it's really a different thing to find a charged one. They're like capacitor stones, but running on raw energy. The means to recharge one are yet unknown.

>>213513
The flame-red and her friend are resting at human quarters, the cat wizard and cobalt gunslinger are rummaging through data archives, and the half-elohe priestess is exploring the citadel. They said that the 'kid' returned to his home in Zein. Also, you might not know some of them.
Oh, and you're at Arkeile, known as the "outcast citadel". Or what's left of it. The place I'm bound to guard for eternity, to atone for my terrible mistake that led to the destruction of this magnificent community.

>>213527
Okay, that's co-YOU'RE A ROBOT

Ah, memory's coming back. I remember now.

Asgeria. Kanes. Zariene. And Denn.

The capacitor, it was a small blue crystal orb, right?

huh, looks like they did alright without us nagging them all the time.

also, it's only a few in here that get really perverted, most of us are pretty chill.

>>213533
To be honest I'm more impressed about a humanoid robot fully capable (probably) of Turing Test capability AND an appaerently awesome power source as well as incredibly good maintenance.

Put simply, Riel, you're awesome.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)05:21 No. 213536 ID: f80af7
File 128040605956.png - (12.66KB , 512x512 , 005.png )

>>213530
>>213534
I already said, I'm embodied and capable of feelings. The latter has been a curse on me though, yet it keeps me going.

There's nobody named Denn in the group. You must mean the kid that left them.

well then, guess not much left but go talk to the rest of the group. unless you want to do something?

>>213536
Well, if we're really and truly stuck in your head, at least you'll have company on this eternal vigil of yours, eh?

Either way, I wouldn't mind talking to our friends again, if that's alright.

Oh man I have no idea what's going on any more. I think I'll just chill until it all comes back.

A cat wizard, a gunslinger and a priestess? looks like we've missed a lot.

Can we get some info on them? Or at least a picture?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)20:48 No. 213764 ID: f80af7
File 128046172368.png - (26.69KB , 512x512 , 006.png )

Wait a minute, I'll connect to the security system so you can see how everyone's doing.

Switching to Area 3, Room 054, Zariene and Asg... oh my. Intercepting the feed, I don't think they'd appreciate you seeing this. Let's switch to someone else, shall we.

Oh. Well, that's nice. Okay how about we check on Kanes first. Can we talk to him?

Teehee :3c. well i guess we can come back to them alter.

>>213764
Descrambling feed...
HA! Ok, lets leave those two love birds alone.

>>213770
what? we have no descrambling tech, don't confuse her about our capabilities

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)21:14 No. 213774 ID: f80af7
File 128046329569.png - (17.30KB , 512x512 , 007.png )

"...so, as I thought, we weren't the first to inhabit neither Adhan, nor Terra. And to think we already managed to destroy one world and are about to repeat it here... if the elohe people are this advanced, why don't they stop us...? Oh hell, where did Pheriel go again? Probably to his winged object of obsession... oh well, not my problem."

huh. wonder what he is going on about.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)21:29 No. 213780 ID: f80af7
File 128046418313.png - (17.34KB , 512x512 , 008.png )

"Whoa! Who's... wait, I recognize this clusterfuck of echoing voices. Why hello there."

Oops. Looks like I accidentally you into the intercom.

that's fine. wanted to talk to him anyway.

hey kanes, looks like the transfer went smoothly. glad to be back. is annoying we can't recharge though. bet that super flash we did in the fight was the last straw. if we knew this would happen we wouldn't have done it.
glad you guys managed to get here without us though.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/29(Thu)21:51 No. 213783 ID: f80af7
File 12804654719.png - (5.05KB , 512x512 , 009.png )

"Oh, don't you think it was easy to crash a fucking airship, and walk through miles of desert, and then jungle. No wonder no one who found this place was even remotely able to put any resistance to lady Riel or think about leaving.

If you are there, noble construct - I thank you yet again for all the help. Could you gather everyone at the shrine when the sun sets? We need to think of what to do, and introduce you to our cause."

okay, sounds like a plan man.

>>213783
Wait. Airship? Oh no, I think we lost quite a lot of memory. Last thing we can remember is talking to you at night right after we picked up Denn.

>>213783

I wish I coulda been there. Airships are one of my specialties...

I guess we were running on our last legs, charge wise. I wonder how much energy that shining trick burned?

Okay man, we were out for quite a while. Care to fill us in on the details?

>>213788

I think he was referring to his stolen jet.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/30(Fri)23:22 No. 214124 ID: f80af7
File 128055737767.png - (5.74KB , 512x512 , 010.png )

"No, one that we hijacked while escaping. They shot us down in the middle of the desert..."

The intercom suddenly dies. An alarm starts.

Shit, trespassers. Most likely followed your group here.
I gotta prepare and intercept them - NOW. All communications will be down while the alert's up, due to the noise sent out to kill any contact with the outside world.

I should be getting ready for the fight. I was told you were a good combat advisor, so I'll let you lead me in this battle to see how much of it is true. I don't expect a strong force out here, so it should be safe enough.

okay, but you will need to give us a rundown of what you are capable of, what weapons and such are available, etc.

i will say that shutting down internal communications due to an outside threat is very backwards. it renders it nearly impossible to coordinate a good defense.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)00:12 No. 214145 ID: f80af7
File 128056034947.png - (3.82KB , 1024x272 , 011.png )

I installed this measure myself when this place was abandoned. I don't need a radio since I'm working alone, and it keeps them from calling backup or revealing my position. This system is automated to trigger if any radio traffic is detected near the noise beacons hidden around, so it easily filters occasional lone travelers and refugees from Zeinian military scum.

About my combat prowess, let me see... I'm a bit rusty from guarding this place, so it may take time to reach my full potential.

Allocate six abilities. Some of them have certain prerequisites. Some abilities can be stacked when leveled more than once. The result will be a compromise between the most reasonable suggestions.

Battle Mode
Passive.
Enables melee combat.
Cannot be upgraded.

Forcefield
Active (3% Energy), Instant
Shields Riel from a part of physical damage for the next attack. Improves with each level.
Maximum level: 3

Channel
Passive.
Enables casting of energy and magic skills. Each level cuts the time required for any skill.
Maximum level: 3

Combo
Passive.
Adds a 50% chance to strike again in melee. Number of maximum additional strikes adds with level.
Maximum level: 10
Required: Battle Mode

Aim
Active (No Energy), Instant
Doubles your ranged hit rate for a certain enemy. Does not stack, can target one at a time only.
Cannot be upgraded.
Required: Battle Mode

Dash
Active (1% Energy), Instant
Lets you move quickly to any area on the ground in sight, as long as there's nothing in the way.
Cannot be upgraded.
Required: Forcefield

Repel
Active (4% Energy), Instant
Pushes away all enemies in range.
Cannot be upgraded.
Required: Forcefield

Regenerate
Active (5% Energy), 1 turn
Slightly heals, and regenerates all body parts' condition a little. Amplifies with each level.
Maximum level: 3
Required: Channeling

Battle Mode
Combo
Aim
Forcefield
Dash
Channel

seems like a solid loadout.

>>214145
>6 abilities

Battle mode
Forcefield
Dash
Channel
Regenerate
Combo

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)02:02 No. 214165 ID: f80af7
File 128056692098.png - (2.13KB , 224x304 , 012.png )

Going with the second suggestion seeing as choosing Channeling alone is a waste of a point if you know no spells and choose no skills that require it.

Next, select your preferred weapon type. Allocate 10 points.

>>214165

Small blades 7
Large blades 10
Channeling 8

All others leave as is.

RIP AND TEAR!

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)02:16 No. 214170 ID: f80af7
File 128056776481.png - (1.14KB , 386x32 , 013.png )

Trolls need lots of things to troll to make their sad small lives complete.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)02:46 No. 214171 ID: f80af7
File 128056958899.png - (9.63KB , 1024x1024 , 014.png )

Is this okay?
(Will accept some changes, if they're better)

nope, looks good. let's go kick some asses. if on the way out you run into any of the group then allow them to assist you.

Note: this is a solo quest, different than ZP. If anyone assists you, you won't be able to control them.

I would take 2 points out of the Bare Hands category, allocating them to Small Guns or Heavy Guns so Riel has a ranged option. Sometimes it's just too dangerous to rush into melee, for example if the enemy has set down mines or if they're laying down suppressive fire.

Would the use of heavy weapons going to interfere with Riel's melee capabilities? If so then go with the smaller weapons.

>>214171
Those weapon types are not what we asked for.

I might take that point out of Dash and put it into Combo.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)04:27 No. 214183 ID: f80af7
File 128057562124.png - (9.65KB , 1024x1024 , 015.png )

I only now noticed Shot's samefaggotry. Removing points from bare hands because of that.

Last call.

>I only now noticed Shot's samefaggotry.

wut

I was commenting on my loadout

what

hang on, we still have 2 votes for dash and only one vote for 2 combo. or am i missing something?

I said I'll be choosing a compromise of the best suggestions instead of vote calculation. Perhaps you don't need dash as much at the moment.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)06:27 No. 214197 ID: f80af7
File 128058285010.png - (950B , 128x128 , 016.png )

[i]Balance note: In return for lack of weapon bonuses, every 10 levels of hand-to-hand combat give you additional 4% combo chance when fighting barehanded. Does not stack over 70%.[i]
so you don't whine that combo or hand to hand combat is useless

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)06:56 No. 214202 ID: f80af7
File 128058460613.png - (87.60KB , 1024x1024 , 017.png )

I believe we're ready to get it over with, as this is getting too long. Initial rolls aren't as much a difference anyway.

Auto-check

>>214202

Combo Mastery! Go for it!

Dash might lead to something like Charge, let's dig into that next.

>>214204
???
Don't jump the gun. Let's see how things work out before we plan for the next level.

>>214202
Ok, looks good, so
==>

Stat rolling is already done, I'm afraid.

All systems operational. We are clear for liftoff, over.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)08:46 No. 214213 ID: f80af7
File 128059119430.png - (8.84KB , 256x256 , 018.png )

Riel runs through the bridge connecting the citadel in the middle of the lake to the outpost on land. The sun is setting slowly behind the horizon.

I have an intense feeling of deja vu... Just like 500 years ago. I wonder if those dogs learned something new during all this time.

I feel alive again.

>>214213
ALRIGHT

Quick question: You're humanoid in appearance, but will poisons, tranquilizers, and the like have the same effect on you?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)10:18 No. 214235 ID: f80af7
File 128059672442.png - (14.34KB , 512x512 , 019.png )

My energy and chemical circulation system does use water, but you cannot poison me as there are no cells to be damaged or regulated by chemicals. What hits me bad could be a strong EMP wave, or interference strong enough to affect my senses.

But I... I look 100% human besides a few details. I think it'll take time for them to realize who they're dealing with, and it'll be too late then.

I can hear their footsteps. Three, maybe four. They're closing in, I must hurry. I wouldn't want to have to fight them all on the bridge.

why not? a narrow passage would make you, a lone unit, have an advantage as you do not need to fight around your allies. regardless, you seem to have a plan at the moment so i'll see what you got.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)10:45 No. 214241 ID: f80af7
File 128059835429.png - (14.72KB , 512x512 , 020.png )

Looks like I'm just in time. No troops yet.

Entering Battle Mode.
Riel's face is covered by a mask sliding in from the sides.

Where are you, my jackals? Lost in the wild? Time to feed you some whoop-ass.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)10:52 No. 214245 ID: f80af7
File 128059876033.png - (14.48KB , 256x256 , 021.png )

I'd better prepare. Anything I should do before battle?

hmmm... lean up against a wall and hide slightly so you get the drop on them.

Get on high ground. Then you'll literally get the drop on them.

Can you activate your forcefield in preparation of any attacks or is the forcefield a more active type that costs energy to maintain over time?

Check to see which squares offer the best defensive bonuses.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/07/31(Sat)23:35 No. 214439 ID: f80af7
File 128064451476.png - (64.45KB , 512x512 , 023.png )

Riel climbs to higher ground.

Forcefield activated. (-1 Energy)

Shhh... they're right below, but don't seem to be coming out. Perhaps they smell a trap.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)00:00 No. 214455 ID: f80af7
File 128064600033.png - (148.32KB , 512x512 , 024.png )

There. One's out, probably scouting.

What should I do with this poor fool?

Hm, that's a machine gun he's got there... You're likely to get damaged during this battle.

I'd say... jump down right next to him and use him as a human shield, stealing his gun to shoot the others with.

i say stay still a bit and keep watching. if he doesn't notice you then he will signal the others to come forward as well. if he does notice you then go with the plan the other guy said.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)00:41 No. 214478 ID: f80af7
File 128064848053.png - (182.48KB , 512x512 , 025.png )

>>214474
Too late.

Riel jumps down on the soldier catching him off-guard and disarms him.

Riel:
"It isn't too nice to break into someone's place without an invitation, didn't you know?"

"It's a... it's a demon...! Run for your..."

around the corner, to your right!

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)01:10 No. 214485 ID: f80af7
File 128065021548.png - (160.46KB , 512x512 , 026.png )

Oh to hell with it. Why am I using those coward tactics anyway, let's just finish this quick, shall we?

Riel decapitates her hostage, killing him instantly.

Great, looks like there's only two of them. I wouldn't have patience for more, I'm sure.

The second soldier fires at Riel, dealing 8 damage to her right arm (-10%). Her forcefield is neutralized.

"W-what! How come you're still...!"

What now? Should I just cut him to pieces or play with that idiot a little?

well that tactic was assuming that several were around and having another layer of armor would be useful. but if it's only these guys it was pointless. take him out quick. these are grunts and have no value alive.

Speed is the name of the game. The faster you finish things, the less time they have to (ha!) damage you. Have you considered psychological warfare? Heads on stakes, that sort of thing, messages to stay away?

>>214485
Coward tactics? Well excuse me. I assumed you didn't want to get shot. I guess if you don't mind taking hits we can do this through brute force.

Don't assume this is the last one. However, I am in favor of interrogating him, just to find out how many more there are.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)21:21 No. 214715 ID: f80af7
File 128072287918.png - (90.09KB , 512x512 , 027.png )

Which body part should Riel aim at?

Head: 71%/~29
Body: 95%/~20
L.Arm: 100%/~22
R.Arm: 100%/~25
Legs: 90%/~27

let's go with the arms. after disarming him (haha) then you can demand if other troops are around.

>>214715
R. Arm.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)21:39 No. 214722 ID: f80af7
File 128072395936.png - (154.92KB , 512x512 , 029.png )

...
That was an accident, I swear.

>>214722

Well, uh, Good job!

Defeat the rest of them, so that the enemy will think twice before sending another search party.

Leave one alive, and send him back bruised, bloody, and horrifically frightened. We can make sure that no one ever bothers you again.

Well. Uh.

Are we bothering you?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/01(Sun)21:54 No. 214725 ID: f80af7
File 128072487050.png - (155.18KB , 512x512 , 030.png )

The rest? I'm surprised anyone actually reached this far. The traps probably got half of them before anyone tipped off the noise beacons.

>>214725
Might be good to check around anyway.

maybe you can find a maimed but still living one to interrogate.

Get a head from one of them and play kickball with it.

Pick up one of their guns and make sure it's in perfect working order. Scout a bit more to see if there are any more soldiers and then head back to where you can keep an eye on the bridge

Hooray for V.A.T.S!

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)03:16 No. 215092 ID: f80af7
File 128083057468.png - (96.33KB , 256x256 , 031.png )

You get 2x Assault Rifle
I'd take their weapons anyway. I keep an armory of things looted from any soldiers, in case should any group of rebels want to take refuge here, and perhaps get some means to defend themselves. The enemies of Zein are my friends, so I can't deny them help.

It's time to go back. There's something I have to do, that your appearance has postponed a bit. I can't wait any longer.

Get to it, then, beautiful.

>>215092
Okay, sure. What is it?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)03:45 No. 215110 ID: f80af7
File 128083232794.png - (12.30KB , 512x512 , 032.png )

Actually, fuck. I forgot I was to meet with your friends.

Well, I guess my work can wait a LITTLE longer. And I hate thinking about it so don't remind me any more. Please.

>>215110
Okay. Hey, what do you do for fun around here anyway?

>>215111
Yeah, what do you do for fun? Or do you just... fall asleep?

okay sure. call everyone to the common room or something.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)04:32 No. 215129 ID: f80af7
File 128083515023.png - (113.47KB , 512x512 , 033.png )

>>215111
...
>>215114
I only defrag when I need to.


Riel
"Have I kept you waiting?"

????
"Not really."

>>215129
Staying awake, alone, for extended periods of time is unhealthy, even if you can access whatevertheheck modulates your sanity.

But enough of that. Let's see our old friends! Especially the redhead! I really miss her. And the blonde. Heck, I care about all of them. But I'm rambling.

>>215129
Maybe we can think of some stuff for you to do while you're idle. What kinds of things do you like to do, even if you think it's not 'fun'? You seem like a nice person, and I want to make sure you're happy.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)07:38 No. 215155 ID: f80af7
File 128084632448.png - (131.80KB , 512x512 , 034.png )

The gunslinger Kanes, half-elohe cleric Ilya, catboy wizard Pheriel, and the two embarassingly obvious lovebirds.
I'm really curious what this crew has done to piss off Zein so much. Perhaps it is something I may help out with, which would at last let me atone for my unforgivable error.

>>215144
Just piss off. You're not helping at all.

WOAH SORRY! didn't know it was a touchy subject.

>>215155
Riel, it's normal for us to want our hosts to be happy. We're sorry for binging it up. You can just... turn us off until combat happens, if you want.

Can we talk to Kanes, first? We want to hear what he plans to do after this and possibly give him some parting advice.

Tell them the voices say hi. It'll confuse the new ones.

What was that mistake in the past? You said you're guarding this place, Arkeile, to make up for it.

If Zein had any part in it then this does seem like a very good chance to get in on some sweet long-awaited vengeance.

>>215160
Don't ask her that.

>>215160
Actually...

Even if she wasn't atoning, she wouldn't have another option. If she leaves, bad people will gewt access to tech that will only be used to hurt or maim innocents, or something like that. So even if she 'got over' that thing she did, she cannot leave. I was about to say, she should try to stop living in the past and do something that has a discernable effect now, but... She already is. The most we can do for her is advise her. We aren't psychologists, and even if we were, she isn't asking for it, which means, it's not our issue. Only if it actually effects her job, or if she asks for our help, should we intrude on the issue of what she did. Otherwise, she'll just get mad at us for butting into her own business. How she mourns is up to her.

>>215155
Huh, she's got wings. Could you tell us more about the Elohe?

>>215155

Kanes told us what he discovered that resulted in him initially fleeing and being pursued by Zein. He figured that to prevent an outrageous tragedy he would need outside help. The story, though, is rightfully his to tell. Ask and I'm sure he'll share.

He's more than just a gunslinger, too. That one is a skilled inventor, a genuine prodigy with computer systems and programming, though all his expertise is in early computer systems. If you let him play with the systems here, expect him to get the hang of them very quickly. And unlike most inventors, he was wise enough to recognize when the political situation at home became dangerous for the entire world.

The two lovebirds were dragged into Kanes' flight by chance, when they took pity on Kanes and helped him recover from an air crash that by rights no one should have survived. He was well out of Zein by that point, but its agents still pursued him, and they were able to turn the lovebirds local warlords against them too.

I suppose the story is similar for the wizard and cleric, though I've never met them.

We postulated that the Elohe were genetically modified sapient beings based on the human template and designed with an eye toward longevity, navigating low-gravity or centripetal reference frame environments, and maintaining reproductive compatibility with humans. Was this correct, or would suggesting such a thing to the cleric be an insult?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)10:46 No. 215198 ID: f80af7
File 128085757726.png - (102.15KB , 256x256 , 035.png )

Kanes
"Well, it's time we actually told you..."

Riel
"No need, the orb informed me. What's the situation?"

Kanes
"A war is about to break out, a very unfair one. Zein is going to attack northern lands, they want to seize the secrets of magic, and then with its use conquer the rest of the world, or even try and go back on Terra. The possibilities of disaster are endless."

Riel
"The enemies of Zein are my friends. Is there anything you plan?"

Ilya
"Yes, the best bet would be to warn my home, White Citadel. While we are capable of formidable resistance, we knew nothing. I was sent out to scout who's approaching the place, and got seized along with the group here. They are good people and I support their cause whole-heartedly. However, time is of the essence so I'll ask straight: are there any functional Titans docked in this settlement?"

Riel
"Only mine is ready to roll, others will need minor maintenance to be fully operational. I suppose you want to use them to cross the ocean? I warn you that only that one will be able to scale this distance without refueling."

Ilya
"It is enough."

Kanes
"I'd like to mention one more thing... before I left those scoundrels, there was a word about a location far to the north that isn't the Citadel. They called it a 'beacon' and planned on moving the Palace there. You see, the imperial palace is in fact a gigantic air fortress that wouldn't have any problems moving there. Can we know what is there of such importance that they might take the effort of moving the heart of the empire there?"

Ilya
"Why haven't you told us that earlier!? This is the crash site of the second Ark, whose inhabitants were the ancestors of northern land's people. If they got there... there would be no need to fight. With their sheer numbers, and artifacts of our technology to reverse-engineer... we would be doomed. They could even find... no, even you can't know. So cannot them."

Kanes
"...
I volunteer to take a Titan and go warn them."

Riel
"That's dangerous... but as I've heard, this isn't the first time you're going to try that. I'll get Judgment ready tomorrow then. Please, make sure to return it to me in one piece."

Zariene
"Miss Riel, what happened to the Orb, and what can be done? It was, while annoying, a valuable advisor. It wouldn't be all right to leave it like that after what we went through."

Pheriel
"I'm also interested. After all, the very purpose of me being here is my research of the fabled 'psyche orb', which probably is the trinket in question."

Kanes
"Are you sure it's the only reason?"

Pheriel chuckles.
Pheriel
"Oh, shut up."

Riel
"The Orb is made of a material called an omnicapacitor stone, omni for short. It is a rare version of a capstone which runs on raw energy, of no element nor manifest - except its faint blue glow. The means to recharge one besides channeling from one into another are unknown, and charged ones are very rare. Nano-sized shards are used to power computer systems' basic functions, and larger crystals are formed into cores of artificial beings such as me."

Technically I'm using up my heart out at double rate by keeping you here, but I don't want them to know. They'd feel bad asking me to keep you, but I want to help.

Asgeria
"Kanes... do you remember when I told you what capstones are? You said they're mining for such things... perhaps they found omni stones as well among the others?"

Kanes
"I don't know of any stones that my team did... wait. I think I may have seen that blue glow before."

Riel
"That means?"

Kanes
"The steering system of the flying fortress. We were told to include a blue crystal, at the power nodes. It essentially works to cut down the energy output of the capstones, as it works as a semi-conductor that doesn't heat up. We didn't find a way to channel energy out of it."

Riel
"So... they have a nicely sized, charged omnistone?"

Kanes
"Yes."

Riel
"And removing it would..."

Kanes
"Destroy the fortress from energy overload. The capstones would pop open, the engines would burn and the fortress fall."

Riel
"Is there any minor aircraft stationed in the fortress?"

Kanes
"There is... I know what you're thinking, but this is suicide."

Riel
"So is your plan, I know what I'm doing. Attention, everyone!"

AHAHAHAHAHAYESSSSS

Riel, you finally have a damn good reason to leave! Even if it's for a little while! Hahahahahahah! Most excellent! Us back in our little orb, the biggest god damn flying thing crashing, and you get to take a little feild trip, all in one little go.

Yes, there's a lot of risk, but hey! You only live once!

>>215198
Oh, this is going to be awesome.

Say, uh... you mentioned that you have a similar power supply to us. How long is yours going to last?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)11:59 No. 215225 ID: f80af7
File 12808619693.png - (4.57KB , 512x512 , 036.png )

>>215203
Estimating it to be 400 years from now, as there's no one to mine for them and recharge me. If I manage to seize that crystal however, I could easily extend it by thousands of years.

>>215165
In ancient terran they were called 'angels' and remained in records of their early contact, though mangled by manipulation and translation errors.

>>215166
No. They're completely different, though elohe helped early humans because of the similiarities and potential - thus the mistake for being a creator's underlings instead.

>>215201
There's more to it than just that.

Riel
"Three days. That's how much should all this take. Kanes will immediately go and warn White Citadel. Ilya, Zariene, Pheriel and Asgeria will stay here and take my watch job for those three days, the armory is at your disposal. I'm going on most likely a suicide mission. But I have to, there's no changing mind right now."

Pheriel
"No objections here. We will handle this place for you."

Kanes
"I'll do what I promised."

Riel
"If I don't come back... destroy this place. Burn it to the ground. Or stay here, it'll provide safety for some time even if the scoundrels win. Anything to keep it from falling into the wrong hands.

Oh, and... don't go into Storage D. Don't ask, just please stay away from there. It's locked anyway."

Ilya
"Understood."

>>215225
If there's more, let us know, unless part of the plan is to keep us in the dark. Communication is important!

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)12:26 No. 215229 ID: f80af7
File 128086357312.png - (131.32KB , 512x512 , 037.png )

>>215228
You'll see anyway. There's no way I can limit your perception besides shutting you down, despite the fact I'd rather have you stay out of this.

Riel
"Now if you excuse me. I have some work and preparations to do."

>>215229
>I'd rather have you stay out of this.

But tactical advisoring is our jobthinger! It's what we do! You're mean. :c

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)13:21 No. 215245 ID: f80af7
File 128086686960.png - (95.92KB , 512x512 , 038.png )

What I am going to do now requires none of your assistance, and is none of your business. Yet I have to let you see.

>>215245
May I ask what's in Storage D? Or is that where we're going now?

>>215245
Yes, well, you don't gotta be mean about it.

And we are capable of being 'turned off'. You can just depower us, briefly, right?

Don't worry, we can occasionally keep secrets.

>>215256

She can't just "depower" us, since we're running on the same core she is.

Riel, could another android body be built for us? Hypothetically, anyway.

i suppose it may be small comfort but we can't actually tell anyone so it is a safe secret.

>>215256

Do try to be understanding, she's been here by herself for ages with only the occasional idiot/explorer/despoiler to kill. Even the best of us would be curt to a schizophrenic program that's time-sharing our own core, and cutting our running time in half to boot.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/03(Tue)23:43 No. 215413 ID: f80af7
File 128090421636.png - (107.01KB , 256x256 , 039.png )

I'd have to kill you to shut you down for longer than a while.

The door of Storage D slams shut behind Riel.

>>215413
I see.

So what's in here?

 

bgm

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)00:10 No. 215417 ID: f80af7
File 128090582847.png - (133.81KB , 512x512 , 040.png )

...

i see. that is indeed something no one would be comfortable with showing others.

>>215417
Let me take a wild stab in the dark here... this was the mistake? The one you're 'atoning' for?

Explain or not. Your prerogative.

Guys, shut up. Try to show some respect, this is obviously important to her.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)00:34 No. 215424 ID: f80af7
File 128090728975.png - (133.87KB , 512x512 , 041.png )

M-my creator... She... it's my fault. I'm trying to restore her with a body alike to mine. Need a heart.
I won't lie to you. I initially wanted to steal you and make one out of you, but you were empty. So I absorbed you in hopes of you knowing where I might find more omni. But your memory was mangled beyond use.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)00:38 No. 215425 ID: f80af7
File 128090752281.png - (133.99KB , 512x512 , 042.png )

It's been too long... Forgive me. I will save you, master. I finally can.

I miss you so much.

...and you, orb - please, help me out and I might as well recharge that trinket host of yours. I owe your friends at least that.

She's in stasis, but have you copied her mind yet?

if anything we are romantics, can't resist helping people.

>>215425
Of course we will help you! You only needed to tell us. Once this is said and done, this battleship thing, we will do everything we can to save your creator.

>>215429

The flying fortress mission will give her the parts she needs to bring the beloved mother back. Reil will need our help on the mission.

Even as capable as Riel is, the guns blazing approach will be very risky. When we're done with preparations we should speak with Kanes and get more information about the flying fortress. Even a sketchy map would be nice. He helped make the thing, after all.

>>215430
Then this is even easier than I thought.

Yeah, getting a map would be mosdef useful.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)02:29 No. 215440 ID: f80af7
File 128091416973.png - (133.98KB , 512x512 , 043.png )

"Mother" isn't the right word here. I was created by many people. She was responsible only for the programming, yet she disobeyed her orders and made me compassionate and included loopholes around direct orders. Giving me feelings, and completely free will - which battle droids get installed only when they retire. There was no feeling of posession over me involved in it.

There's no time for asking about things, and you seem to be forgetting humans need regular rest unlike me. I need to equip myself and head out right now. But first...

But first?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)02:47 No. 215447 ID: f80af7
File 128091526969.png - (15.63KB , 512x512 , 044.png )

Three days. That's how long it'll take for Dr. Leile to safely, gradually wake up - which will take all energy from the near-empty shard installed in her. I must come back with a charged stone and unload it in the exact second that one burns out.

so... why did you start it now instead of after you already got the stone? just feel it would be safer is all.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/04(Wed)04:54 No. 215490 ID: f80af7
File 128092289681.png - (145.96KB , 512x512 , 045.png )

I want to conserve time. Sitting ducks here for three days after the action won't be too wise, neither too safe for Leile. The very fact that I'm going there is compromising this place as an asylum, and will provoke retaliation.

hmmm, can't argue with that. okay then, let's hit it.

Yep now it's do or die. Total commitment. We're on Riel standard time +1 and it's action o' clock!

It is interesting that that system is using a timer based on the ancient Terra method of time keeper. I suppose this technology came directly from there on one of the arks.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)14:34 No. 217802 ID: f80af7
File 128164884881.png - (122.92KB , 512x512 , 046.png )

Wait just a minute...
My equipment is almost falling apart after all these years. I should take a moment to forge myself some fresh gear. There's no shortage of materials on this pile of ruin either.
Don't worry, I work faster than humans so it'll be a matter of minutes.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)14:45 No. 217806 ID: f80af7
File 128164951310.png - (96.98KB , 512x512 , 047.png )

Create starting weapon.

Emphasizing strength will add a one-time bonus to its power.
Emphasizing material will create better opportunities for upgrade/combine in the future.
Emphasizing accuracy will increase hit chance.
Emphasizing range will change the weapon subtype to one more suitable, and increase its maximum effective range. (example: large gun would yield a sniper rifle, blade would make a segment whip and so on)
I promise it's the last preparation before the real thing.

>>217806
>upgrade Large blade's range

>>217809
Also, you miiiiiight want to erase all this crazy writing on the walls before she wakes up.

Just a little unnerving.

>Emphasizing material will create better opportunities for upgrade/combine in the future.
This is THE long term solution, a delay in power now for a greater boon later.

>>217812
The problem is that there's not a chance to upgrade between here and flying fortress full of very dangerous things that will kill us.

>>217814
Is that so? We really don't know what kind of upgrades we're dealing with here though, how accessible and easy they might be.

Hey Riel, is enhanced materials likely to be useful anytime soon or what?

material, accuracy, large blade.

Large blade, material.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)18:58 No. 217878 ID: f80af7
File 128166469824.png - (109.90KB , 512x512 , 048.png )

Successfully forged.

awesome. let's go cut off some heads with it, everyone knows cutting off heads is a prime method of adding power to a blade.

That is one sweet blade.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)19:10 No. 217882 ID: f80af7
File 128166542371.png - (569.21KB , 1024x1024 , 049.png )

auto-check

A little explaination on channeling, since nobody tried it in battle:
Chanelling magic requires a catalyst of a certain spell, with power regulated by its level. The energy burned is 5%*level casted. Effect depends on the level and on Channeling skill.
An exception from the energy rule is the omni catalyst. It burns HP instead, at a rate of 40*level but is more powerful than others and doesn't have an element.

Energy regenerates from sunlight(slow) or by draining a capstone.

You can use channeling outside of battle to solve problems impossible to do with physical force.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)19:19 No. 217885 ID: f80af7
File 128166596852.png - (3.14KB , 512x512 , 050.png )

Riel takes the orb out, which then suddenly shimmers with a faint light.

I'm giving it power for three days. It's not a big amount for its temporary purpose as a proxy for your presence - means of remote communication with this place. Your companions will need you here as well to aid in defending this place.

>>217885
Understood.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)19:32 No. 217887 ID: f80af7
File 128166675394.png - (72.71KB , 512x512 , 051.png )

Riel sneaks out of the citadel, through the outpost into the wilderness.

Zein, I am coming. It's been a long 5 centuries. But I'm going to settle the score.

We're behind you all the way!

Hmm, I wonder how we're going to split our attention between the two locations? Will we be able to speak to both at the same time or will we have to choose...?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/12(Thu)20:26 No. 217893 ID: f80af7
File 12816700008.png - (66.92KB , 256x256 , 052.png )

When they need you.

8 hours (that's about 4 in solar) and several miles of wasteland travel later.

02:15:35

Finally.

Okay, you know-it-all-ball. What would be the best way to get into this pile of waste? It has sea access from the other side, and guarded gates from this one. The wall's about 50m high, shitty concrete job.

>>217893
>know-it-all-ball.
Flattery will get you everywhere.

Those are for certain the only two entrances? Never a good idea to take the front door, but the the back door is the most likely risk... Still, that's our best bet so head around there. You could probably find a way over the wall, but you'd be far too visible from most of it. If you see and can sneak to a spot where the wall is damaged or vision is obscured to it, check that out.

Hmmm... how high can you jump?

epic fail, the last autocheck has skills and some values wrong :v

>>217887
Kainesdatass.png

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/14(Sat)17:24 No. 218408 ID: f80af7
File 128183184258.png - (149.13KB , 512x512 , 053.png )

imagefail, repost

>>217902
Not enough. I can't fly.

>>217901
I found something. It's a smaller, old gate. Looks like it's been sealed in a rush.

I don't see anyone around either.

looked fine to me

nice, jam the sword into the gap and cut the hinge and any locking mechanism apart.

>>218408
Kick in door. Look for trouble.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/14(Sat)17:33 No. 218417 ID: f80af7
File 128183242248.png - (84.97KB , 512x512 , 054.png )

A kick was enough, it seems. Well, a kick from me anyways.

oh, looks like i overestimated the door. anyway. should first disable any communication lines. no information flow makes tracking someone down much harder.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/14(Sat)17:44 No. 218425 ID: f80af7
File 128183304569.png - (173.26KB , 512x512 , 055.png )

>>218419
Excellent, I would most certainly wreak havoc in this rathole and make it easier for me to move around, but... how the hell do I know where to look for communication relays? I don't know this place at all. A map would be handy, but the only thing I can do at the moment is memorize the places I've been to.

Bloody hell. What has happened here? It looks like a junkyard, but even more messed up.

what's that glowing thing? and it may be the junkyard.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/14(Sat)17:52 No. 218427 ID: f80af7
File 128183352352.png - (66.34KB , 256x256 , 056.png )

>>218426
Burnt remains of some machinery. A few parts are still warm, they look like if they've been melted with something of moderate precision.

that is worrying. hopefull while accurate it takes time to aim. and maybe it needs to maintain the beam for a while to work. regardless let's not get hit with it.

see any exits from this area?

>>218427
Let's move in and scout the area. That machine thing was probably involved in sealing the door... or maybe there are some crazy machine soldiers stored in here! Won't that be fun?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/14(Sat)18:34 No. 218447 ID: f80af7
File 128183608670.png - (148.38KB , 512x512 , 057.png )

It'd certainly be-

Oh hell. I don't like this. I don't like this at all. No, even I wouldn't bring this one door down.
And this is the only alternative to getting lost in oceans of rubble.

This must be one of the tunnels - they lead to separate sectors, as far as I remember. This must be an unused gate and an abandoned exit tunnel... but I'm more interested in the fact WHAT the flying monkey's last fuck just broke into there, and why?

whoever is charge of this place, probably trying to get ... SOMETHING! who knows, but whatever it is they wanted is probably important, and taking it from them will probably help you do whatever.

>>218447
Now is no time to get distracted. We need all the time we can get...

>>218447
Uh, I can't see the door you're talking about. Well, ignoring visual difficulties... it sounds like your options are a door you can't break down and a sea of rubble. Take a closer look at the door, in that case.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)14:19 No. 219189 ID: f80af7
File 128207997671.png - (57.63KB , 512x512 , 058.png )

There... thick, sturdy metal grating. Something ripped it open effortlessly, clearing an uncertain, yet the only path.

hmm, take it then. was probably a machine built for just the purpose of opening it.

Oh, I understand now. The door was already down and you were commenting that something huge must've broken it.

Very well, let's go in. We can always run away if need be.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)14:40 No. 219195 ID: f80af7
File 128208123973.png - (96.77KB , 512x512 , 059.png )

Riel descends into the darkness.


Here we go again...

>>219195
Once more into the breach! Our enemies quake in fear at our approach.

Okay maybe not, but that's only because they don't know what you're capable of! And also that they don't know you're coming.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)15:12 No. 219202 ID: f80af7
File 128208315147.png - (75.96KB , 512x512 , 060.png )

Sure, whatever.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)15:14 No. 219203 ID: f80af7
File 128208324217.png - (84.48KB , 512x512 , 061.png )

cutscene

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)15:25 No. 219208 ID: f80af7
File 128208390220.gif - (401.98KB , 512x512 , 062.gif )

animated

FFFFFFFFFFFFUUUUUUUUUUUU-

something turned on after you went in. not sure how long after. things like that get time dilated. just be wary of back attacks.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)16:39 No. 219214 ID: f80af7
File 128208836570.png - (70.64KB , 512x512 , 062.png )

>>219210
Don't try to scare me, I'm already alert enough as it is. Besides, you couldn't have sensed something that I didn't.


Discovered new area: Entry Tunnel
CHECK the status screen for the map of rooms you've been to.

Exits: north

>>219214
If you say so, we won't try to convince you. Just be prepared for an 'I told you so'.

Move forward, keep weapon drawn.

we have extra-sensory powers. can see around corners. and stuff. need a little finagling to do it right but we can.
stand against the door frame and we will try to look in. if for some reason it doesn't work then you peek in. rushing in always is a bad idea.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)17:28 No. 219229 ID: f80af7
File 128209133039.png - (63.72KB , 512x512 , 063.png )

Your perception is no different from mine, I am afraid. I cannot sense any entity unless I'm in the same room.

Oh great. Sentient waste, primitive life forms that evolved just like any life - except that their natural habitat happened to be sewage and scrap. They try to absorb anything that can be turned into energy - and anything that moves. But thankfully, they're slow and fragile.

so you are seeing the back of your head?

anyway. just shank them and then check out that closed and possibly locked door.

Seems like a straightforward battle to me.

(apparently that was not canonically something we saw. We're basically getting a feed via only what Riel senses- which is a lot)

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)18:31 No. 219254 ID: f80af7
File 128209507097.png - (64.57KB , 512x512 , 064.png )

Waste Ooze (left)
Body: 100%/36

Waste Ooze (right)
Body: 100%/36

while i doubt i need to tell you, aim for the cores. and take the one on the right first.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/17(Tue)18:58 No. 219281 ID: f80af7
File 128209671934.png - (88.47KB , 512x512 , 065.png )

There's nothing to aim for actually, damaging their coating to spill them should be enough, like all slimes.

Waste Ooze (right) is destroyed.

I forgot to actually scale/move the background, resulting in bad sprite proportions. Epic fail.

see if you can follow up and smack the other before it tries to eat your leg.

Kill 2nd ooze

Use your superior reach to stay out of its range.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/18(Wed)00:22 No. 219382 ID: f80af7
File 12821161435.png - (103.25KB , 512x512 , 066.png )

>>219298
Using this voice's clever advice, I keep out of range of the ooze. It won't hit me before I can strike again.

Waste Ooze
Body: 100%/36

excellent. slay the bugger and check that closed, maybe locked door. and see if you can guess if it is kick down-able. if it is not then go through the opened door. if it is then lets check it first.

>>219386
Yes, essentially. Kill the slime and move... whichever direction is possible.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/28(Sat)01:42 No. 222885 ID: 03ccbb
File 128298496679.png - (114.10KB , 512x512 , 067.png )

Waste Ooze destroyed.

Slime-thing dispatched. The west door is sealed with some sort of clockwork access system I can't hope to hack, so I'm off through the northern doorway.

Clockwork lock on the west door, you say? Is it a mechanical key, or combination, or something more exotic?

yeah. unless it requires an item to bypass with can crack that thing in relatively no time

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/08/28(Sat)02:16 No. 222900 ID: 03ccbb
File 128298699974.png - (148.11KB , 512x512 , 068.png )

A mechanical lock in shape of a card slot, though so complex it's impossible to pick it. It proves that these tunnels are old, even from before they rediscovered the usage of electricity.

I proceed further into the tunnel. There's a gate here which is most likely an exit to the inner city. I'm not sure how it works, but it seems to be more modern than the previous one.
The tunnel continues east, and is blocked by rubble on the opposite.

check the red panels closer. if they seem to do nothing but glow then let's just go east.

>>222900
I wanna see what's in the rest of this corridor.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/09/19(Sun)03:36 No. 231887 ID: bb385b
File 128489256861.png - (129.23KB , 512x512 , 069.png )

I press a button on one of the panels. It turns green, and one of the two gates shifts aside, however it closes as soon as I let go.

well dang... hmm, try jamming your sword into the ground and lean it's handle against the button, then you push the other one. if that fails to work then head east.

Hmm. Can you just open up the panel and maybe splice some wires to make it always 'pressed'? Or hack it directly?

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/10/04(Mon)09:34 No. 238216 ID: eeeaa3
File 128621009732.png - (3.56KB , 512x512 , 070.png )

Nope, it's electric. All I can do is draining power from it, which would destroy it beyond re-
*ding*

What the fuck. I didn't do that, I swear. And what is this fourth wall you speak of?

uhhhhh, hmmmm..... *click 512x512*

wonder what this does.

raise character quality to maximum

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/10/04(Mon)10:17 No. 238226 ID: eeeaa3
File 128621264251.png - (2.57KB , 256x256 , 071.png )

There. Is that all? I mean, resolution matters in 2D only, as to determine whether should I pixelfag or drawfag.

i don't know, kinda hard to decide what to pick without an example. could you bump your Dis thread or something with examples?

>>238226
Pixel!
320x240, oh how I remember the days... Pixels as big as cats.

I HAVE a disthread?

Yes, and i just bumped it.

>>238232
I bet you don't since EGA/CGA are 320x200 with non-square pixels to get 4:3. 320x240 is a more modern mutation of it.

thatfuckingcat!HLi.T/XeD2 2010/10/04(Mon)10:47 No. 238243 ID: eeeaa3
File 128621443855.png - (1.92KB , 512x512 , 072.png )

You bumped the wrong thread. Choose those fucking image settings in the actual disthread and let's stop shamelessly stealing 1st page without an update.