http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cExMJ2pVk-sThe year is 1646 Federal. August.In the airfields of Gelena you inhale the morning dew of the grass. Shitstains and veterans alike join each other side to side, both parties question where they have just been reassigned. Is there a war ?Did the Voss finally invade the shores while we weren't looking ? Did Aeon decide that we were filthmongers for copying our tech ? What about those fictional sand people... the radio doesnt talk about them at all. But it seems they're real enough to warrant a Vosskon war.Honestly, you probably enlisted to pay off for your schooling. Or like everyone else liked the smell of men , grass and sweat. You pray for a different nightmare.Maybe Gym class.No definitely death.This situation seems a bit surreal.But here you are, the loud screaming assholes of these highspeed planes, roaring terrifying reality in your ears from 100 yards away. You try to make out what your officer is about to say. You think he's your officer. He's being awfully loud. Or is it the woman next to him, taking notes...
>>19474192QM.Koko reporting
ALRIGHT YOU MAGGOTS, GET IN LINE!WELCOME TO CLOVIS! YOU MAY BE HERE FOR A SHITLOAD OF REASONS, BUT FUCKALL, I HOPE TO THE ALMIGHTY THAT YOU'RE READY!FIRST THINGS FIRST—GET YOUR SHIT TOGETHER! PICK A NAME, PICK A CLASS, , PICK A BACKGROUND, PICK A TRIP. THEN, PICK OUT YOUR GEAR--AFTER TRAINING, YOU GET 200 CLOVES TO SPEND HOWEVER YOU LIKE. FORMAT YOUR NAMETAG AS FOLLOWS:[VOZ]-B1-MG3-P2 PVT. NUMNUTZ #TRIPGOESHERENOW FALL IN!
Here's your equipements list, well part of it anyways if you want the ExodusEagle armory may buy for you the equipement you wish to buy if you don't have the money. Note that your pay will be docked to pay for it.
>>19474402And the rest of it... if you wish to submit standard loadout, we may ask our furnisher to sell them their items in bulk, netting you a discount should it be approved by our CO.
"All I'm saying is, I think you're making a big deal about nothing."'Clovis takes smuggling very seriously Miss Konnair.'"It was a /coffee maker/"The fiery red head glares across the table at the official looking man, his uniform bearing the mark of the Clovis military.'Yes, one not meant for sale or distribution /outside/ Clovis borders.'"C'moooon" Isabelle Konnair mews, clasping her hands together in front of her in mock-begging, the handcuff chain rattling, "I bought that here fair and square-"'Actually you didn't, you shoplifted it, along with some other items, -and these are all things you tried to smuggle out as well-. Examples include expensive lingerie you attempted to smuggle by wearing-'"I still claim that was sexual harassment..."'-a live animal, a rare breed of ferret I believe-"I found that in the wild..."'-among numerous other items that I won't bother listing. Add on to this resisting arrest and a few other miscellaneous charges, and we got enough to lock you up for a very long time.'"..."'I see you have nothing smart to say about that. Now, from what we've managed to dig up on you, you're apparently the 'adopted blood-related sister, maybe' of one Major 'Iceheart' Konnair, of the Vosskon Royal Guard. Though it looks like they'll have a new CO soon maybe, shame about what happened at Kolstec right?'The man glances up from her file, trying to judge her reaction, but she just sits there, a neutral expression on her face.
>>19474426We also have a small selection of mech, they are rather costly thus the Exodus Eagle armory may pay it up front for you as long as you pay it back.
You're all wondering what you're doing on an airfield in the middle of the goddamn year so I won't mince words. All of you standing here today have either been handpicked or you somehow got word of this little outfit. Let me tell you, all those rumors are true. What rumors you ask ? Well shit,son. why dont you tell me? The Voss are out fucking about in the desert plundering some mystic sandgold, the Aeon are out having a ball with some demonic civil war so I'm pretty damn sure that if we were one ocean, and half a fuck away, this is gonna be something like your problem. It was once, you know. Im sure you all know where you came from.... "
>Reporting in.You damn well sure I been a part of this before. I rather not be part of it again, but I happen to like my peace secure.!Long Distance Running-Ablative Armor-Rations-Grenades x1 each
>>19474519It seems the CO is late sir, if you don't mind I'll be doing his duties until he comes back
Reporting for duty! Got a shiny new rifle to test out, too!>Training: 100>Ragnyll Aspect: 100>R5 rifle: 75>Ablative Armor: 20>Extra Clip: 5
>>19474570>>19474584Get your codename right soldiers. [Lastname+animal containing the first letter of your name]
>>19474564" Do so, Brief them about the drop happening tonight... or rather the Morning in the Valknyres" A wild hush of erupted from the lines as the name of the region was dropped.Valknyres. Bloody black valley Valknyres. " And inform the boys of their rights... you know. To refuse "
Aud spun in her chair idly, tossing a ball up and down while she waited for the mission briefing."Hey, Vis." Silence. "Vis!" Nothing. She sighed and rolled over to where he was sitting, eyes unblinking scanning images that she didn't recognize."Yes?" He said quietly just as she was about to smack him."Whatcha lookin' at?" He quietly shuffled the papers away and turned to face her, his eyes scanning her like one his maps."Everything." Aud raised an eyebrow."Well... good luck with that." She rolled back to her desk and turned on her comm. "AV is good to go.">Voss (+150)>Echo Training (-100)>Radio Hack training (-200)
Can't believe I forgot to put in my full name!
>>19474634Failing a second time mean I shoose you fucking codename, you are now CottonmouthKoala deal with it.
>>19474662Sorry about that. Still a bit too used to Ragnyll designations...
Our mission today is securing a VIP in a remote province, there is a high chance of Voss trying to take over the area. This should be most of it any questions?
(1st time I've ever been on for/played Iron Hearts. I'll give it a try.)"Reporting for duty, sir. I'm fairly new, but believe you me... they'll never see me coming.">Loadout:Training - 100R3 Rifle w/Silencer and 3 extra mags - 45P2 w/Silencer and 5 extra mags - 35Ablative Armor - 20
>>19474774(whoops, forgot trip.)
>>19474758What sort of resistance are we expecting? What about weather conditions? Is command paying for the extraction or is that part of our budget as well?
Bastards at recruiting misheard my accent! Blasted ID cards are ruined!
>>19474802I really hope not. Gas is so damn expensive these days...
OmgomgomgomgIFinallyHadMyLoansApprovedForMyGiantRobot!*begins hyperventilating* Calm d-down Cilantro...just finishing waxing and shining your sexy machine of death.....>800 Jockey + 200 Worth of Upgrades>Take : Early Bird Grant>Take : G.I. Fund1300 - 1000 = 300 leftover Clovis
>>19474758"What are our routes in and out of the province? Is our VIP heavily guarded?"
>>19474758"Also, and more importantly, are we cleared for pre-emptive strikes on Voss targets should they present themselves? I'm assuming they're hostile..."
The man in the back of the congregation checks his watch. His dark shades remaining still as his hair catches most of the backburn of jets." Alright people we got nary a few minutes left. Pack your things, buy your shit. Our ride will land for no more than 10 minutes. And be on its way to site X. Where we will collect our Mr. Johnson do we any questions, My name is Thompsons Gazelle and I will brief you all during the flight "
Current Roster![SRPT][A]-R5 Pvt.KozakCottonmouth[NRT] A-R3-P2 Pvt. Luke "Ghost" White[OUT] D1 -2P1k3 LakkanVulture[Con]-D2-R3-H3 Pvt. KonnairFerret[met]E.LasnaudJackal[vos]E.Aud&Vis[Aon]-J-P/G- Pvt.CilantroDragonYou boys better get your Operator names up! LastnameAnimalname, and your animal name shares a letter with the the first letter of your first name! What's your actual first name? I couldn't care less! That goes for you too, Ghost!
>>19474794Switch to codename White[animal with a l in it]>>19474802We're not sure about anything we may face a Colonel or a General or even worse both. As for money we get paid for exctracting the VIP and every voss killed should they show up. You'll get paid after the mission if you're still alive>>19474848You can choose aerial insertion or by land. Extraction can only be done via truck.>>19474850Yes voss are hostile and yes you can drop bombs on them.
>>19474848Our VIP is picky with his aide. And it shows. He is severely undermanned and is down to his last scraps of resources. But rest assured that the pay is good. Our Mr. Johnson will give you many per Vosskon head you collect today. Tell me, are you down with shooting a few soldiers of terror ? Or is it just strictly business ? Whatever the answer get on the plane. Flights are lighter if you don't bring your feelings with you "
>>19474873Yes sir! Won't get mixed up again!
>>19474446The man continues. 'Anyway, some Clovis higher-ups are interested to see if you can show the same promise as her. So, instead of sending you to a dark cell for a while, you're being recruited.'"Recruited?!? Don't I get a say in this?"A grin spreads across the man's face. 'Yes, you do actually, either you join willingly as a Voss, or we slap a bomb collar around your neck and you fight as a convict. So what's it gonna be?'An hour later, she's at an airfield, trying to pay attention to the shouts of her Commanding Officer, as well as the scary looking woman next to him, both of them with the ability to detonate the collar around her neck at any time."Ah shit, what did I just get into..."Loadout:Delta training: 100Armor: 40R3, and 5 extra clips each: 90H3, 2 extra rockets each: 70Sniper training: FreeTaking Ace Bond
"Tags adjusted appropriately."
Roster:[SRPT][A]-R5 Pvt.KozakCottonmouth[NRT] A-R3-P2 Pvt. WhiteLeopard[OUT] D1 -2P1k3 LakkanVulture[Con]-D2-R3-H3 Pvt. KonnairSquirrel[met]E.LasnaudJackal[vos]E.RefordKite[Aon]-J-P/G- Pvt.CilantroDragonAlright boys, you got some extra training options, and I want to know if you got it in ya. Best I'm expecting from you lot is some throw-down fancypants crap in melee, but I bet most of ya'll already spent that money on guns!
300100-training150-R425050 remain
>>19474959Vis quietly tapped Aud on the shoulder and gestured to the tags they'd just been issued."Ahah... Close enough, right?"Vis shook his head and pointed at them, clearly frustrated."They're wrong."
[SRPT][A]-R5 Pvt.KozakCottonmouth[NRT] A-R3-P2 Pvt. WhiteLeopard[NRT][B-R4]CavanaughCrow[OUT] D1 -2P1k3 LakkanVulture[Con]-D2-R3-H3 Pvt. KonnairSquirrel[met]E.LasnaudJackal[vos]E.RedfordKite[Aon]-J-P/G- Pvt.CilantroDragonI got it Redford, I got it. You dirty heathen warmon- I mean.Welcome aboard, Crow! Good to have some muscle aboard.
" To reiterate we will be dropped in an isolated borderland of voss. Called R- River. Initial intel tells us that our Mr. Johnson will be in one of those buildings. We are also assured that if he is not, he will be seeking higher ground for easier extraction. Lakkan Vulture, until your current CO recovers from his mechanical accident, I want you to act as field 2nd. Lieutenant and ensure that the package is safe. Know also that once this is accomplished. Enemy contact is inevitable, and another sub contract for stopping them has just been approved; 500 Cloves upon success. It's not necessary to fullfill but if its well within your abilities. Take it. " The tarmac melts under the ripples of heat and wind as a Big Bird Jumbo-1 Touches down like some unworldly sky whale. " Well everyone, get right inside. If you need any questions, your officer-in-acting will brief you during the flight " "VUlture, you're gonna have to think on your feet for this one. " >>>>> The Flight has Begun. Those in the roster will be deployed on the first drop. New Recruits will queu up subsequent flyby missions when necessary.[E's job. Ensure that new recruits be briefed for the drop]
>They won't know what hit em!Loadout- Training -100R5 -75 All ammo is APP2- free from being Alpha with silencer so -25K1 -5Ablative Armor -20Helmet -10Victory Lights -58 extra AP shells -40
"Ghost" quietly nods, does one last quick check on his equipment, grabs 2 packs of Victory Lights, and steps into the Big Bird.[All right. Get in, get the guy, and get out. Easy. I hope.]
Never easy against the Voss. They have a habit of making things ugly. Conflicts, lands, people? You name it.
> Preview Image of the Mission Site.
Reporting in.Sniper TrainingAblative ArmorHelmetVictory lights
rolled 6 = 6>>19475210Vis pours over the intel hungrily, then whispers something to Aud, who speaks up."We know Voss forces are in the area, do we have any intel on which direction they are likely to be coming from?">Aud attempts to listen in for Voss radio chatter before the drop.
>>19475244oops, forgot trip.
>>19475257You're D3 now
>>19475273Tag fixed.
Alright ladies, Alphas are dropping into the river to approach the buildings from the South, the remainder of us will approach from the NW hill. Expect Vosskon forces primarily in the East, but possibly from all angles, so watch your six. Get the package, get out, kill any Voss in your way.Osprey, stand by for paradrop. You'll see combat soon enough.
I've seen this game go on before, and always wanted to join in. Thing is, this is damn confusing. Is there a begginers guide for this somewhere?
http://1d4chan.org/wiki/Iron_HeartsSpecifically the "Joining in on the War" section
rolled 4 = 4>>19475362"You want to check the Soldier's Handbook"(go to 1d4chan, search ironhearts, there's a guide there. If you have questions you can ask in the thread, but we're easier to reach via IRC at #skirmishquest)
>>19475328"Yes, sir. I won't let you down."[Well, Ghost, here you go. Your first mission for Clovis. Don't fuck this up,] he thinks to himself as he secures his equipment.
>>19475328"Parachute ready, sir. Get me a good LZ."
You all need to be ready to move the instant we drop. Have a plan and accomplish it! We'll be moving to secure the buildings in the center and North East, in order to find our target. We'll then clear a vector for his escape and retreat ourselves after he is secure.
Drop Success, get situated and familiarized with yourself and your surroundings.Alphas have camo face and are deployed on the southern reach, deltas are deployed in pairs and have tactical vests. etc...Jockeys have also reported a successful drop... stand by for sitrep. The sun is about to come up, which will be the perfect time for you to strike.
Alright, tag corrections with the given situation. I am now [D3]. Osprey, you are now [D2].
>>19475743Tag changed. Ready for action.
Tag updated, I'm [A2]. Standing by for orders.
Damn it all, forgot numbers on the posted roster. Ain't used to this bureaucratic work.[SRPT][A1]-R5 Pvt.KozakCottonmouth[NRT] A2-R3-P2 Pvt. WhiteLeopard[OUT] A3-R5-P2-K1 Pvt. LoadstonePython[NRT][B1-R4]CavanaughCrow[Con]-D1-R3-H3 Pvt. KonnairSquirrel[NRT]-D2-R5-P1 Pvt. Sikorski Osprey[OUT] D3 -2P1k3 LakkanVulture[met]E1.LasnaudJackal[vos]E2.RedfordKite[Aon]-J1-P/G- Pvt.CilantroDragon
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n9PCXVZto18" This is your mission operator Thompsons Gazelle speaking to you from the big bird. It looks like our borderlands contract has been met. Operation: Morning Bird is go. Voss Forces have come in from the East, the rainshadow on your position is the enemy's FOG. Operate within the darkness, Eagles. And bring back our quarry.Make no mistakes.. . . . Action Phase is posting...
Be Advised, it looks we've spotted some millitia elements in this town. Echoes, see if hooking up with them is possible. And see if we can find our tall dark handsome gentleman, Mr. Johnson.I'll be looking into some things myself, my Adjutent will take over from here..ACTION PHASE-http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsXx_hjEg8s
"This is Aud to all Re-election crews: I count 4 Voss officers, and two enemy snipers. Be advised."
>run 6E
rolled 5, 7, 9, 3, 8, 4, 7, 1 = 44>Deploy from SE corner inside forest>Fire 4 double-shots at the snipers nearby (8 dice, rating 6 base, range 3+)>Move West into enemy fog, go prone
>>19476173>cross reference-Royal units on the field-high concentration of armorwho's commanding?>contact militia for info on the VIP
>run 7 east, go prone in cover on the riverside.Loadout:Ablative Armor6 extra R3 clips each2 extra H3 rockets eachSniper trainingAce Bond Active
>>19476202!Long Distance Running-Ablative Armor-Rations-Grenades x1 each
>Run 3NE, 5E
>Double Move>Move E/NE/NE/NE Until reaching the blue house under fog of war.Piston Ammo [*][*][*][*]
rolled 4 = 4We'll going to try sniping the copter. Hopefully this'll send chaos through their ranks.>go prone>snipe the center copter pilot outhelmet, ablative armor, victory lights
>>19476173>Stealthrun 8 hexes E into the trees.>Attempt to make contact with militia.-Ablative Armor-1 Extra Clip
>run 5E, 1 SE"Can you give me a location on those snipers? I'll see if I can take 'em out, soften things up for everyone else."
>>19476224Ah yeah, !sniper trainingso I have 20 range plus plus.
>>19476232>Loadout:KnifeR3 Rifle w/Silencer and 3 extra magsP2 w/SilencerAblative Armor
PHASE END.
Awaiting deployment, whenever you need something dead.>Training: 100>R5 rifle(X2): 150>Extra Clip(X5): 50Somewhere west- northwest would be perfect
>attempt to contact militia and find the whereabouts of Mr. Johnson>attempt to listen in on Voss radio chatter.(repost, I rolled a 7 and a 9)
>>19476232"Leopard, your targets are approximately 15 units east of your position, 2 units north. Keep your eyes peeled."
>>19476188Crow, please change your tag to B1 -R4; this is for your safety and the sanity of the logistics department.
Intel has just come in on the Enemy Commander:It looks like a new officer by the name of Lt. Arthurius Vosskon of Cerberus. His familial connections with the Von Voss line seems to have gained him some favor in his officer Career which is questionably.... new... "
ALright, ready to deploy. My armor is oiled up and rarin to go!
>>19476560>>19476205"... Hello who is this ? Are you the force that dropped from the sky earlier this morning ? ... I see, so that dark skinned man is probably the reason the Voss are here.. listen, this guy... he's a kksssssssssssshhhhhhh " Combat Interference has set in....
Alright all of you, priority targets are enemy armor. Deltas with Re-elections, shoot down choppers whenever you get the chance. Dragon, get ready to engage those tanks. And watch those wolf-riders, they look... dangerous.
(Kinda forgot this)>Sniper training: Free
>>19476397>>19476597"Roger that. I'll be careful."
Deltas&Jockeys: I see light tanks and choppers. Bring them down.Re-election Crews: Officers means reinforcements. Dead officers means no chain of command. Make it so.All Units: Do NOT underestimate the damage dealing potential of those men on wolves. Stick to the fog whenever possible.
ENEMY PHASE.SHOTS FIRED. WE ARE NOW ENGAGED.GO AT EM, EAGLES ! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-d4iWLfDGpA
>>19476975"Good shot on the chopper, looks like it's down. Kill confirm on enemy snipers.All Units be advised, we have located the VIP. Priority is now to prevent the Voss forces from proceeding to the VIP's location. Use the sniper-fire as a line in the sand. Do NOT let them cross that line without suffering irrecoverable losses.Stand by for further instruction."
Fucking hell why do these threads always on when I have to go to work!
>>19477010A2: Move NE, overwatch north of the VIP's assumed location.A1: Move into the building East of you, utilize the local militia. Minimize friendly casualties while causing as much havoc as possible.A3: Move ESE to try to get sight on southernmost tank.D1: Rocket Northernmost tankB1: Move SE with all haste, overwatch the choke point south of the militia-held buildingJ's: Same as BravosD2&4: Eliminate Duocopters if possible, then officers. If you can engage both, do so.You have your orders, unless the battlefield changes significantly complete them. Aud out."
" Just now .... was that lightning ?? Who the hell could have shot that !?!??! " " SIR. ITS. THE. ENEMY "" Tasha. Calm. The. Feth. Down. "" But it's strange dont you think ? That is no fringe rifleman's handiworkd.... "" You're right... all forces, we're meeting opposition we have yet to face, GO FORTH. FOR VOSS "" FOR THE CUTE EMPEROR ! GO DOGS, SCOUR THIS FILTHY LAND OF THESE INGRATEFUL REBELS. "
>>19477227...are you me?
NO MERCY FOR THOSE THAT HARBOR THE ENEMY. CLEANSE THIS PLACE. >ACTION PHASE ! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wbq4Sg-EYIcx2
rolled 6, 3 = 9>>19477381>Crossreference-combat static-enemy is doing itCould we replicate this and prevent their reinforcements?>Crossreference-Voss presence in a border town-VIP thereIs there any strategic importance to Retard Ravine?
rolled 6, 9, 1, 5, 10, 10, 7, 6 = 54>Move 3NW>Double-fire all guns at Ritters to NW!Long Distance Running-All Manuals have 2 bullets left in clip-Ablative Armor-Rations-Grenades 1x each
rolled 8, 9 = 17>>19477381One bullet, one kill.>still prone>fire at N front duocopter, heavy round (then magazine is empty)>my other dude fire at the bastard with the radiomen, destroy round (1 more shot left in mag)!sniper training (free)helmet, ablative armor, victory light
rolled 4, 8, 8 = 20>Move 2E 1 SE>Fire HandCannon at little tank to the right between the 2 buildings.Piston Ammo [*][*][*][*]Cannon Ammo [*][*][*][*][*][]
rolled 9 = 9>Move 1E, 1SE, 1E>Go Prone>Fire at the Ritters, rating 10 base Called Shot: Headshot!>ReloadLoadoutR5 - 10 AP BulletsP2- with SilencerK1 Ablative Armor Helmet Victory Lightsx1
>1 South>3 East> Go Prone> Fire 1 at the top most copter> Fire 2 at top most officerOutlaw +1 HitSniperr5 1: 0/1 r 7r5 1: 0/1 r 7
rolled 3 = 3>Go prone>Fire AP round at the duocopter to the E.>Order milita to move S and fire all available shots at the Ritters.-Ablative armor-1 Extra Clip
"Negative, they're approaching far too close to the VIP! I'm moving in to extract!">run 7E, 1 N>Loadout: K1 KnifeR3 Rifle w/ Silencer (3/3, 4r)P2 Pistol w/ Silencer (4/4)Ablative Armor>Bonuses:+1 Range (NRT)+1 Pistol/Rifle Ammo (NRT)+1 Health (Ablative Armor)
rolled 3, 4 = 7>crawl 2 East>fire 1 H3 Launch round on the tank East>fire 1 H3 Launch round in the middle of that group of dogs, officer, and rocket troops."T-They're killing civilians!"Loadout:Ablative Armor6 / 6 extra R3 clips2 / 2 extra H3 rocketsSniper trainingAce Bond Active
rolled 4 = 4>Botting J2:>Move max distance ESE>Overwatch East-------------------------------------->Hack enemy radio, shout "OH GOD THEY'RE BEHIND U---AGUAHSDAGGAGH!">Call in an incendiary air strike starting from the ritters and headed north over the officer in the house.
rolled 7, 1, 1 = 9>move 3E>single-shot fire 3x at officer group due east, priority officer>[NRT] bonus to range + elevation
Phase End.
>>19477418Bah, I messed up my tag. Its supposed to be A1.
rolled 8, 7 = 15>>19477416 (blah forgot this, sorry new here ^^;) >Ap rounds
here and ready for deployUpon walking onto the battlefield the scent of blood looms in the air. The screams of my comrades aid me to rush to their aid with the help my pistol, knife, and caned spam. I won't be stopped!doning my Helmet with the BIG RED CROSS and my bag of healing cans of spamUpgrades:Ablahve ArmorHelmet
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2PDVHMmo8FUBLOOD AND GUTS, PEOPLE. KEEP THOSE OFFICER HEADS ROLLING ! >ENEMY PHASEterror at 30
Vis begins counting down on his fingers with a wicked grin.
"Hey, civilians! Hurry up and get the hell outta here, quick fast! Rooftop sniper lady, fall back!"
" Th- These aren't any damned Aeon mechs I know- It's the Cloves ! What are the Cloves doing here ? Get me on the horn with their CO Don't they know they'll risk starting a war ! " " THIS IS LT. ARTHURIUS OF CEREBRUS COMPANY By Attacking on Valknyre lands you are risking grounds for A VOSS WAR DECLARATION DO YOU COPY !? " " Thiiiiis is ThompsonsGazelle and I do thank you for flying with us today. As you can see we're just a bunch of trained criminals on the run. I sure hope you don't try going to war over a few dead voss, less than a dozen men, and those poor civilians you killed for thinking they were rebels now would you ? Thought so "*click*" THAT BASTARD HE JUST- "
"Leopard, get the VIP and get outta there. Rest of you, we're taking out the rest of those damn officers. If you feel up to it after that, maybe we can fight the rest of the army too. Seems like just the right weather for it."
Vis's last finger drops.
Enemy has 4 Terror,http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w9ezAi6LNqAx2ALRIGHT EAGLES WE FOUND OUR MR. JOHNSON, We've arranged an aerial pickup to the west , AND NO CLOSER. IF YOU MISS THIS DEADLINE , YOU WILL HAVE TO HOOF IT CROSS COUNTRY ! YOU have 2 turns ! HOOF IT OR FIGHT IT !
rolled 2, 2, 9, 6, 8, 3, 8, 3, 5, 3, 6, 5 = 60>Fire at the 2 tanks east. Try to not kill the kid crying in the middle.>Run away 3WPiston Ammo [*][*][*][*]Cannon Ammo [*][][][][][]
rolled 7, 1, 8, 1 = 17>>19478111>Call down NOW 50 pounderon the Axemen group toward the 3 LT
rolled 9, 10, 2, 3 = 24>Pop the nearest battle tank's hatch, toss two grenades in (2 dice)>Hijack that battle tank (1 dice)>Shoot nearby battle tanks (1 dice)"I'LL BUY YOU SOME TIME! GET GOING!"
rolled 1 = 1>Fire on the Single Unit in the House North of the Ritters Base 10 minus 2 for range>Reload>Stand From Prone>Move 4 WestLoadoutR5 - 10 AP BulletsP2- with SilencerK1 Ablative Armor Helmet Victory Lightsx1
rolled 10, 6, 5, 6 = 27>>19478140"Get that plane off the tarmac and close enough to provide fire support NOW!"
rolled 5, 8 = 13>FIRESTORM.>jack enemy comms, blare Clovis national anthem>Call in 50 pounders from the scoutsknif in the tower NW
rolled 7, 4 = 11>move 1E 5S>use free bayonet attack to skewer dog
>bot Whiteleopard"Come with me Johnson... and guest. Extraction is west, we need to move, NOW."
>Load AP round.>Stay prone and fire AP round at the nearest light tank to the E.>Move 4 hexes W into the house.>Also order nearby militia to fire at nearest targets and retreat W.-Ablative armor.-1 Extra Clip
>>19478179>max move with Johnson&company West
rolled 8 = 8>>19478181forgot roll.
>>19478150I'd actually like to hijack a different tank not the one with live explosives in it
>Nile reloaded.
Phase End.Look at that lightshow.Alright everyone , get ready to dust off All the Officers of Voss are dead, that means the bastards are gonna lay low till more of 'em come if at all. Take the remaining 6 Civilians with you and secure their retreat , it looks like the fun police are gonna be crashing the show any moment now so give yerself a pat on the back and get the fuck out "
rolled 3, 4, 8, 1 = 16>rolling for 50 pounders
"Excellent work men. Pack up, hoof it west and prepare for extraction. If you don't make the plane we'll try to arrange for a bus to come and get you. ...Eventually."Aud pulls off her headset and sets it down with a heavy exhale."Go team." She and Vis high-fived and kicked back."So, uh... any idea how much we're getting for bounty on that airstrike?" Vis nodded. "Worth it?" He paused for a moment, contemplating."Definitely."
BDA photographs are looking sharp, Good job everyone looks like the Voss have retreated...Now lets do a bit of crunch+500c for securing the border for our freedom loving fringe folk+10c for every Vosskon head that is either exploded or on fire in this image.+3000c for the safe retrieval of our VIPAnd of course, a generous tip from the Colonel, who wishes you the best, 1,000c.Alright, now let's see what our Mr. Johnson has to say....
Most men Lakkan had known in the past would be terrified when they found themselves at the front of a Vosskon tank platoon.Clovis expected better of its soldiers.But he didn't think too much of this, as he and his companion gleefully traipsed through the wilderness in their stolen behemoth, making a roundabout path back to the Clovis staging area.
>>19478473Vis tapped Aud's shoulder and gestured to a camera feed from on-board their overwatch plane. She leaned over to see a Voss tank booking it through a deserted valley heading towards their air-base, the Clovis Flag crudely emblazed on the tank, and a pair of dark-skinned men in cowboy hats whooping and cheering."Found them."
>>19478469Time to for the pay 40 cloves for every action phase you participated in, botting or missing a phase is ground to pay docking for that round. (if you took a GI fund you get 32 cloves)
>>19478527So, assuming that my action for the third phase was skipped, that's 80 cloves for me.
Ohohohoh also it seems there was a bit of clerical error with the 50 pounder bombs....200 ! Cloves instead of 20 ! ahehwow had I known that I'd be buying baybombs with my steak dinners aheheheeh. Well I'll foot the bill this time but here's the real actual price for them.>really it was that expensive all along !
>>19478527I'm liking the money, but can you get this damn tank off my hands already, Quartermaster? I do not enjoy it. At all.
>>19478601Well I know some buyer that are ready to pay big for Voss tech, I can offer you a 90/10 deal, you'd get 270 cloves out of it
>>19478620This is how you get the big money, ladies and gents. Get dosh by grand theft auto. I'll take that deal!>390 cloves in personal fund
> Good Night for now folks, it would seem that plot time will wait tomorrow !
Staring Cash: 25$Mission pay: 120$Current Funds: 145$LoadoutR5 - 9 AP BulletsP2- with SilencerK1Ablative ArmorHelmetVictory Lightsx1
"How many you selling ?""At most I can probably afford selling 50 daybreakers along with 100 shells."" I.. I think we can only buy 25.... but the ammo should stay where it is... How much you want for them ? ""hmmm the whole is worth 265 cloves but since we'll probably deal with each other again from more ammo I'll sell it to you for 240."" Ah ! s- sure ! ..be wonderful.""It's a pleasure dealing with you, so do you think you have anything of value I could sell back in clovis?"" mmmm our town just burned down so I can't say we have much... only information. Aren't you curious about the guy you just picked up ? ""Well yes, make it worth my time and I'm adding 50 shells for free."" I see... Us fringe folk don't fight in much wars, but when there are wars, they happen to come to us... deserters, bandits, they're just tired soldiers and tired people who don't want to mess with this fighting. I used to work in a backwater station and now it got swallowed up by sand. What I do know about working in that station, was that it contained these war winnings from a Colonel Thane. Artifacts they were but last I heard they got swiped you see, by a Kashirn unit. I hear the woman leading that unit had something to do with your Mr. Johnson showing up. Didn't mean to pry... but that child is awful aloof for someone who's been on the ground.. don't you think ?""Well I didn't have the chance to talk to the child myself but yes it does seem so."
>>19482323" High Chances you could get in contact with that woman through your contact. I bet they'd be willing to spare a few artifacts. But I'm no Kashirn emissary, I just look at sand, you see. And you know what I learned from looking at all that sand ? ""That it's never a good news?"" We're all the same. You and I, and this dead mountain of sand that's known eternity. Just thought I'd throw what bit of know how I got from working the border patrol for 5 years.""Hahaha, that was well worth my time consider your 50 extra shells will be there when the weapons are delivered. So, we are all grain of sand pushed foward by eternity wind forming dunes one day and disapearing the other... don't mind if I prefer this metaphor."" The metaphor can do whatever it wants. It's sand after all.".For all your artifact needs pass by LasnaudJackal...
Current Money = 300cPayment = 96cTotal Money = 396c
>Start: 300c>Voss: +150c>Echo: -100c>Hack Training: -200c>Bombing run: -20c>Missions success: 120c-------------------------------------Total: 250c
>Mission Pay: $80>Current Funds: $180>Loadout:K1 KnifeR3 Rifle w/ Silencer (3/3, 4r)P2 Pistol w/ Silencer (4/4)Ablative Armor>Bonuses:+1 Range (NRT)+1 Pistol/Rifle Ammo (NRT)+1 Health (Ablative Armor)
" Greeeeeeeetings everyone, I am Mr. Johnson- or rather His Translator, Salazar. We have employed the help of honorable ThompsonsGazelle to help us in our time of need. "
>>19482701" On Behalf of my people. I thank ye. Warriors of Wind "
" While it is your job to rescue people from the horrible Voss wars, and take them to your country to live peacefully. I would like to request perhaps another destination. And I will be willing to compensate Thompson's people happily for your troubles. As well as perhpaps, any and all future trips this will cause you. You are in our honorable debt. Will you accept ? "
>>19482787>Response for Ranking Officers only.> Others are free to comment.
"Hey, I'm all for repeat business, but something about this seems a bit shady, even by our standards. I've got a bad feeling we're gonna be in over our heads on this one..."
>>19482831As long as you can assure that the unit will not go in the red I see no reason to oppose this. If you have anyone interested in Clovis weaponry I could probably sell them some in exchange for some kind of compensation.
That seems kinda quick to ask...And am I the only one who expected the translator/johnson roles to be reversed?
"Well, what is the alternate destination?"
Aud weaves her fingers together and frowns in thought."How about we hear the offer before we make any decisions one way or the other?"
>>19482787"Depends a bit on the destination. Plenty worth it to help a fellow refugee from this war, but you know how the higher ups get about fuel costs. Where you looking, somewhere back in the homelands or something?"
>>19482787Luke thinks on it a bit. "Well, where exactly did you have in mind? And why was Voss after you, anyway?"
>>19482870Not to be a party pooper sir, but if me and the rest of the unit could have a look at that artifact list while you all handle the money and mission business, it would give us something to do.
>>19483247Do you know how many artifact there is out there? From minor ones that just heat your tea to epic ones that call monsters from the abyss. Tell me what you're looking for and your price range and I'll see what I can get you. Also don't expect me to find you a new motor for your mech, kashir isn't good with technology.
>>19483307Honestly I feel as if I could use more mobility...Something to close gaps faster or increase my defensive capacities. The Jockey is an extremely fine machine, better then most I'd say, but it's speed in wide open spaces isn't top notch...That's all that comes to mind right now on short notice thinking.
>>19483502I also forgot to say that anything between 100 to 400c is within my price range. But if you have anything you think I might find interesting at a higher price I can keep that in mind.
>>19483513Hmmm the only things I founds areBox of Beetles: +/- 1000 cloves put beetles in it for a day and a night and they will dig for a physic bending tunnel that allow instantaneous travel the digging take some time though and you must see where the tunnel ends.Eye of Shiva: +/-2100 cloves, has the power to slow time around the user and other miscellaneous shenanigans relating to time. The price tag is because it's so stylish.I'll see if I can find anything cheaper but don't get your hope up.
" I see. I wish to go to the World's Fair. It will be in a land called Aeon, no ? I wish also to take my family there, a crazy uncle, and my white haired servant, besieged in the land of death. Once together, we will tell the world of our grand story so that strength and spirit will return to our people" "Tell me Mr. Thompson. Can you do it ? "
>>19483502Going to have to agree with Cilantro here, it does need a bit of a boost in mobility.
..." Well. That's a Tall Order. " " Alright, Eagles, do realize that if we pull something like this , we'd have to go off the books. Kashir could possibly be a recognized nation and that means the whole shape of the world will change.. Voss will have a hell of a harder time claiming their kills as theirs and they might even be struck out of the Aeon peace pact. Now that Kashir will be consigned as a participant of the World Summit, the economy would have to see a big share of their wealth as well... " " Tell me kid, we're not ones to pry into our Mr. Johnsons but if you're gonna make us bend backwards like this, who are you exactly "
I am the Thousandth heir of Kashir,Princess Shezaradyune Seena Salazar And if you make us a nation, we will be the first to deign ourselves to open our inexhaustible trade routes to your steel birds. Is this not a worthwhile prospect for only a handful of men ? "
>>19484367All those economic possibility...
*CLENCH*
>>19484367Luke whistles. "Looks like shit just got real."
"Hm? So the royals have finally given up on their fight against the Voss eh? Y'know I'm Kashir too, but there's a reason I didn't stick around... Look, I'd rather not get political about it but Kashir started to fall behind in a few ways; just tell me you're going to consider some changes and I'll get the boss to let us go and take you, or I'll take you without him."
"G-Guys? Commander, Quartermaster? I don't think this is a good idea. Voss is hundreds of times more powerful then what we just fought, we shouldn't piss them off anymore...">>19485663"And uh sir, when you got a second can I speak to you in private? I think it's important..."
>>19485663A change ? Sure. From now on I promise to recognize the seventh day of the week. I will also propose there be an 8th day called Fun-Day. I will promise also to share my mingi-cake with 10 children everytime I have one. By that calculation I would have fed 100 starving children everyday. Is that a good start ?
Y-yeah I'd kinda l-like to not go back to Aeon....*cough* But if I'm forced too...
>>19485981"Ha! What else you got to live for, convict, other than money? You aren't going to pay off your debt by taking the safe jobs. Besides, if sentimentality is your sort of thing, you get to help shape the world, a whole new nation which you helped to make. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, you wouldn't want to throw that sort of adventure away would you? You only live once, don't want to waste in on being so scared to do anything you hide at home?"Oh, and sure we can talk. What's on your mind?>>19485990"Aw hell, you don't need to go that crazy with it. You just need to let me know you're looking out for the normal people. After all, they're going to be the ones fighting your wars for you when the Voss come knocking again. Anyways, I'll go talk to the big guy and see if I can get him to show up and help out."
>>19486078The red haired girl pulls him aside, until they are out of earshot of anyone."So, I heard you got paid a mighty sum for that stolen tank right? You /drove/ it out of there right? You wouldn't want anyone finding out you lied and falsified your background records right? You see where I'm getting at right?"She puts on an innocent grin, with just a small hint of slyness.
But for Aeon...if we could get our hands on a Rook or Knight spec, hell even some parts would be good. We could have significant advantages with our already good armor designs...As for the Kashir...if they could stop with those heretic DeathGod rituals and sacrifices...
>>19486120"And I'd like you not to forget you've got a collar on your neck that I happen to hold one of the kill switches for. Just ought to let you know. If you really wanted to survive long enough to pay off your debt, you'd keep your mouth shut about any such allegations."The officer's smile is equally coy.
>>19486157Isabelle's smile quickly turns into a frown. "I'm... not even supposed to fucking be here. I got a fucking /bomb/ around my damn neck, and they didn't even have the decency to make it out of something comfortable that isn't metal. I can't even sleep I'm shivering because of how cold it is..."She covers her eyes with one hand, and starts shifting around anxiously. "Just... I can't believe I'm even asking for this... I'll forget about your fuckup, if you can convince our dear Miss Quartermaster to get rid of this thing, maybe just.. ah god, make it a shock collar instead, or at least have it made out of leather or something... Please?"
>>19486323"Maybe if you'd just asked for it out right, I'd consider it. The way you went about this only proves you need that collar. You can't be trusted unless you're kept in line, that much you've just made apparent to me. And I've seen your files, you've got a background of deviant behavior throughout your life, and no corrective method seems to stick. Maybe with this experience you'll stop trying to con your way forward in life and earn it instead."
>>19486401The girl's hands ball into fists. "Deviant behavior? Did you even fucking read any further than that? I lived on the damn streets! Every single fucking day was a fight to survive." She is fighting back tears at this point. "And you, you have the gall to say I'm irredeemable? You don't even give me a damn chance, not even one request, just like everyone else."
“Sir, I'm not sure whether or not you should be up on your feet right now--”“I don't need your approval, corpsman! War has begun and I have missed the opening shots! If I am not to take that as an insult, I don't know what I /should/ take that as!” The man had somehow gotten his old robes on, avoided the eyes of the medicae, and was nearly through the building and to the command building when a passing nurse noted that he was out of his bed.“Your stiches--!”“They'll heal on their own!” The man barreled his way past the medicae, proceeding to make his way through to the Command Tent. The man's face was locked into an enraged grimace. “Disgraceful,” he muttered, passing by an unwary aide. “First day as an Officer and me and my mech are incapacitated before we even get out onto the field.” His eyes screwed shut from the indignity of having to watch the deployment trucks roll out from base behind a windowpane in Medical.Unfortunately, it was only a thousand times worse that should get to see the trucks come back, their occupants filled with euphoria and fervor, that the battle--/his/ battle—had been won, their objectives accomplished. 'Without me,' he reminded himself.He was angry. He had been looking forward to command; the glory, the excitement, thee cstacy of conducting the soundtrack of war—it was something he had imagined since his days in training under Templar Caestus. He had not fulfilled his duty as a commanding officer. Commanding Officer. The words tore at his soul like talons against flesh. He had had high hopes. He felt disgraced.He was a dangerous man when seeking penance.
Luke smiled at Salazar. "Well, aren't you ambitious! It depends on what the higher-ups say, but if you need anything, ask for Gh-" He stopped himself - "Ghost" was a nickname from an old time, an old place, an old memory. The last battle marked a new beginning for Luke White."Ask for 'Spectre.'" With that, he left to get some rest and a bite to eat.
Griffin affixes his rank patch to his uniform."Why are we even using code names when we use our REAL names in them? Doesn't that somewhat defeat the purpose?Eh, either way I'm here for the money."
>>19486401>>19486521What is this? Dissension? Alexander's Light, I am away on medical leave, my mech falls apart, and you people are already at each other's throats. Konnair, Lakkan, explain yourselves!>>19485990And you! I will need to discuss things with you as well--when you are free, of course.
>Ace Bond (700) +300>-100 for aspect>-100 for G attachment> -800 for Jockey mech> Balance: 0
>>19486834" Ah you must be the Commanding officer ! That fierce look of indignance, those holy robes made of mystic fibers, and those comfortable slippers. What is it that you request, honorable robed warrior ? "
>>19487028So you are the contact my unit picked up? It is good to finally meet you. I am sorry that I could not make myself known during the battle--mechanical problems; they don't make the mech suits here as well as the Rooks are made back in the homeland.I have heard that you wished to go visit the World's Fair being hosted in Aeon, and in return for this the Kashir will open trade with Clovis. The clincher to the deal is that your family is to be with you when you visit. Would I be correct to assume that we are the ones who will have to locate and make sure you and your family are reunited safely?
>>19487106" That is Correct. I have an Uncle who is fighting in the holy cities, and will likely fight to his death. A half sister who is said to be captured by the Voss and I hear also my silver haired servant has as well. I have many other servants, and many other family but at the moment, tracking them all will be difficult and we have to make it to Aeon in time for the World's Fair. If the task of finding them all is impossible then myself and my servant will attend the World's Fair on our own. There are many Kashirn who are vehemently against what we are about to do , My Father included, but it is what will save us from extinction as a people. Our Aeon-long rule of the heavens cannot be a hidden matter any longer, when there is the rest of the world below our feet "
>>19487340" Well that seems like the long and short of it... can we swing something like that and not risk a war breaking out with 3-4 nations ? Or is this a job for the Eagles, Plaid. "
could you clarify the +1 small arm of the alphas?also, how much can my trooper carry? as much as i can afford?
>>19487506+1 small arms in that slot means they get one free. Also in regards to the trip:[A1-Primary/Offhand-Sidearm ]KakaKoalaA1 is the unit designation.After the first dash, Primary and held weapons are listed. These weapons are useable right away even in overwatch.Weapons in the Sidearm can be switched to on your turn and is readily available for use in the same turn, if drawn, they are useable in over-watch. Now let's look at the Item bar:-Extra Mags x3-Pistol mags x2-Grenades! Steath Training: Grass Camo! Language Training: AeoniThings marked in dashes are equipment related to your weapons like ammo. These can be accessed with a reload action.Throwables like knives or grenades will likely find their way here. At which point, they can never be used for overwatch if they are in your backpack. However taking them out and using them can be done in the same action.
initial funds: 200$after equipment purchases: 70$mission attendance: +80$current total: 170$The tall man and the moustached man that is the Osprey unit rests at the mess hall."That was some mission, eh." the moustached man said."Yep.""We took out two choppers, but just one casualty from our company!""Darn dog.""You said it. Anyways, I still find it incredible that we share the same last name. What are the chances two people named Sikorski would get into the Clovis military, and assigned the same team?""Lots.""Ain't you a man of few words. Anyways, what are you making there?"the tall man takes a break from his woodcarving, flipping his carving knife into its own built-in scabbard."Stuff."
>>19487340>>19487408"We're not exactly a force structured against open warfare, and I do not think that a 4-way battle royale would bode well for any nation involved. However," Plaid said crossing his arms, "we will see what we can do about reuniting you with your uncle, half-sister, and your servant."I suppose we can start with you half-sister and your servant. What were their names? Do you know the whereabouts of the Voss unit that took them? Do you know where they were seen last?"
>>19486521Isabelle glances at the arriving Commander, this conversation was definitely over. "Fine, just think about what I said Vulture, if not, I can always just go straight to the Quartermaster herself. Perhaps she'll be a bit more merciful."
"Like I said, this sounds shady." Kozak mumbled to nobody in particular, still not having taken off his balaclava despite not being on duty. "Even us folks in Ragnyll have heard about the Voss/Kashir war, and the dark rumors that came with it. Scuttlebutt is that both sides are dabbling in necromancy..."Kozak sighs and shifts around uncomfortably."Now, I'm not saying I necessarily believe in those rumors, but are these really the kind of people we want to be messing with? I mean, at least the Aeons are predictable..."
so it all depends on the amount of cloves we have? so if we had enough cloves could a single player run several units? like an alpha and a bravo unit? how would that affect origin? does the player's origin apply to all of the troops under his command?
>>19488190Let's talk about platooning:Don't do it. > Literally, this is up for debate in the chat room.
Welp, this was either a horrible idea liable to get her killed, or a great one that is such a longshot it's practically in the next country. She had stood outside the Echo's door for minutes, working up the courage before finally rapping her knuckles on it three times in quick succession."Pardon me, Miss Lasnaud, Quartermaster lady? It's me, Konnair, the Vosskon Convict. May I trouble you for a moment of your time please?"
>>19487863Let's see, my half sister was a Starstress by the name of Rai, she had sworn her involvement with the royal line to become a Stargazing priestess... however my father had twisted her tale into that of a Deathgod sacrifice.... Another thing is my servant has silver hair, which is rare for our kind to have. She does not have a name, but I have given her one. Maria. Last I have heard, they have made contact with the initial voss attackers that had set foot on our holy lands. And my servant was caught during her many trips to the Earthly villages... It is evident that they were within Voss.. or are dead...
>>19488942"You may enter."A tall woman with long white hair is hunched looking and making corrections on what seems to be accounting documents."Ah Pvt.Konnair, I have your ammo refills and rations for you and your partner, I know you won't be able to afford them for a while but don't worry as soon as your debt to society is paid you'll be able to afford those."
>>19489029What little confidence Isabelle had quickly dissipates as she actually comes face to face with Lasnaud. The thought of the woman having the means to simply kill her at any time lingers in the the back of her head the entire conversation."Ah yes, that is actually what I wished to speak to you about. I realize it is not my place to even consider asking this, but are there /any/ alternative means to this thing," she says quietly, nervously fingering the large metal collar around her neck. "It's cold, it's tight, I can't wear collared shirts anymore, and it has a freaking bomb in it, which isn't just a danger to me, but to the rest of the unit if they happen to be in the vicinity when it goes off. And heaven forbid it detonates when we are in the transport plane, or if the enemy somehow cracks the frequency."She lets her hands fall back down to her sides, standing at attention, "Might I suggest an alternative in the form of a simple shock collar. Such a thing would be more than enough to subdue me in the preposterous chance I require it. And well, if it's out of the question, and this is just wishful thinking, but at least can the thing be made out of something more comfortable and smaller? Ma'am?"
>>19489306Koko sighs at the request."Whoever told you they could detonate you at the push of a button lied to you, the explosive in the collar require a code to be sent to it, so even if the enemy somehow managed to find the frequency required to send info to the shaped explosive in your collar they wouldn't even know it unless the code was sent and we both know what that mean. As for removing the collar I don't have the code, nor does anyone in the unit, it will be sent to use once you paid your debts. Also don't try to thinker with it too much if you don't want to end up in a pink mist. It's hard to clean. You're dismissed Pvt.Konnair."
>>19489320The red head glances down at her feet, disheartened. "Very well Ma'am, I understand, I guess.""I just have one last piece of business. I no longer require the use of my Ruger R3 rifles and it's ammunition, and I understand you are the go-to person to sell equipment, like you did with 2nd Lieutenant Lakkan and the tank he /somehow/ managed to pilot despite being of outlaw background. I have two R3 rifles, as well as twelve magazines of ammunition, which I purchased for a total of 100 cloves, but I guess you want a fee deducted from that?"
>>19488976The early Voss offensives? I remember reading the newspaper clippings about the fighting--radio broadcasts, too, by that devil in a dress the Voss use as a propaganda mouthpiece. Terrible, fierce combat--and at the tip of the spear, the Voss Royal Guard. No doubt, your sister and servant are either dead, rotting in prison, or are working with the Voss--to what end, I have no idea, but it can be safe to assume that nothing good can come from these Vosskon projects.What about your uncle? You said he was in the holy cities? And who would you prefer us to acquire first?
>>19489408"The units will buy them back for you, I can really only sell collection items to full price in the homeland. Have a nice day Pvt.Konnair."
>>19489414I would ask you, what's wise. Both the Holy cities and the Voss /royal guard/ as it were would be met with dangerous resistance from one side or the other. But if we should gain more insight on the situation, then I would say the Holy cities would be easier to maneuver into, and retrieving my uncle first would allow us the ability to come up with a plan to infiltrate the Voss, and find the rest of my relatives "
>>19489435"Ah, right, then I shall be delighted to acquire foreign equipment for you to sell. Thank you for your time Ma'am. I hope we can have a pleasurable relationship-, business relationship as well." She gives an untrained salute, spins on her heels, and exits the room. As soon as the door shuts behind her she collapses back against the wall, relief flooding through her. "She's not so bad..."'Any luck?'Isabelle glances in the direction the voice originated from, finding herself looking up at her squadmate, a large, dark skinned woman, her black hair cropped short. "I'm afraid not, but she seems nice enough, I don't think we'll have to worry about her."Her partner grunts in reply, 'You should speak with Commander Plaid next, see if he has the means to replace our collars.'"Not until after the next mission, I want to prove myself to the higher-ups first. And I hope you aren't too attached to your Ruger rifle...">Sell two R3s and twelve rifle magazines.>Purchase one H3 rocket>Current cloves: 70 + whatever I get for selling said items.>Also, requesting clarification on the Ace Bond, as I have received conflicting information on it. Do I get the 700 right away, and it is paid off after I achieve 10 kills? Or do I need to achieve 10 kills in order to receive the 700?
"Heh, looks like we missed the party." A short, brown haired guy stood in front of the briefing room, his almost comically oversized Aviator Googles dangling wildly around his neck."Dont look so disapointed, Mike. Loosing the fuel purchase forms one day before our first mission... I am really amazed that you even managed to find your head this morning."Thusly chastised by his coworker, the Femto pilot responded in kind."O come on, i already apologized like, 7 times in a row now, didnt I?""And i am pissed we didnt get to put our names on the payroll this time.""Hah, we'll have another chance. Take it easy. And Money isn't everything, right?""... What are you doing in Clovis again?""Hey, i just like flying, and the Clovis airforce has some of the BEST aircrafts a pilot could wish for.""Whatever, lets just report to the CO that we are ready to go, ok?"> 200 Starting money, 700 Ace Bounds, 300 Early Bird grants, 1200 Total>-Femto 800,>-10 Bombs 100>-P1 20, might need it>!Ragnyllian Squirrel Aspect 100,> 180 Cloves left>Hope thats right. Correct me when not.
>>19489414Let me be the first of the armored group to welcome you back commander, we missed you in the first battle and we hope to serve you well in the second.
"Soooo. Let me get this clear. You will, not just let us go for our... Less then legal train robbing business, but you will wipe our criminal records AND all we have to do is kill a bunch of people? Well geez mister. Do we get to go outside occasionally?""No""Can we get any spending money?""Only what we give you?""Can I have my hat back?""Yes""Deal. We'll make sure to play nice around the barracks. Or do we have to stay in our cell when we aren't let out?">Do i get the 200 Cloves at the start because I am a convict?>Is the weapon I pick to be my free weapon type the type I am stuck with or do I get to choose between missions?
>>19489446Well, both targets seem to be equally important to you, young Salazar. You wouldn't happen to know just what we'll be going up against if we took either route, would you?In any case, what do you think, ladies and gents? Shall we rescue the uncle from the siege of the holy cities or liberate the sister and servant from the oppression of the Voss boot?
Forgot my tripcode
>>19493830I'd like to propose that we try and get the uncle back sir. Seems to me like he's in a more dire position while the sister and servant could already be dead for all we know.
>>19493830securing the uncle should be top priority, I'm pretty sure it's the only know variable in all this.>>19489446Can we expect any help from your subjects while in Kashir territory?
>>19493830"If you ask me sir, the holy city will be able to continue holding out for a while if its really that holy and a capital and shit. rumour has it that the Voss Royal Guard suffered heavy losses in some kinda backwater engagement. I say strike whilst the iron is still hot. If we are lucky we can catch em while they are still rebuilding, and take one of the most dangerous vosskon Regiments out before the conflict has even started. And who knows, we might even be able to take a hostage in return?"
>>19490609You don't have that extra 200 starting money, the Early Bird Grant is essentially your free 300 starting cloves.>>19493348Yes, you do have that starting money (considering outfitting funds), and someone will get back to you on the second question.
>>19494724Also Magpie, that means you don't have to spend $100 training a pilot, you're just paying the $800 for your vehicle.
>>19494724In that case I outfit my squad with the 300 Cloves as thus>100 Cloves for Unit Training>Pick S1 as my free weapon type>100 Cloves for 100 Shotgun Shells>70 Cloves for 7 Helmets>30 Cloves for 3 Ration packs"Boss why have we got these cheap shotguns?""On loan from the unit Van Der Graaf. We get the money, we get to go home. So we are gonna have to go cheap so we save more money. Capeche?"
>>19495366Nnnngh, forgot Trip again
I've come to a decision: Salazar, we will make for the Kashir holy cities and save your uncle. If what you've said is true, rescuing him and his men will allow us an edge when we move to rescue your sister and servant. No doubt they will be grateful for the assistance as well.I must ask a few questions, though: Where are the holy cities? Who are we fighting? What enemy types are we going up against--lots of armor? Troops? We need to know what and where we're fighting to gear up appropriately.
>>19496104"Gear up appropriately? What's wrong with having over half of us just taking anti tank rifles again?"
>>19497213It's for the other half of us that don't have giant mechs of anti-tank rifles sweety.
A package is left in front of Quartermaster Lasnaud's quarters, containing a training book, two rifles, and a dozen full magazines, all neatly tucked away. The note on top reads:'Koko, turns out you can sell our equipment fulled price too. Here's that 100 cloves worth of stuff I talked about earlier, take a percentage and get the rest back to me when you can, preferably more than what I'd get selling it myself. I also picked up a gift, hopefully it will come in handy.Pvt. Isabelle Konnair'>Start funds, 770>Purchase 'Comm Hacking' and give to [met]E.LasnaudJackal.>Purchase Grappling training, Helmets and two K4s for self.>Current funds, 540Loadout: H3 with 2 extra rockets each, K4, Helmet, Armor, Grappling and Sniper Training. Ace Bond 5/10 kills.
>>19496104In the skies and in the foothills of high mountains, there exists the many gates that lead to the Heavenly cities. Heaven's Gate which has been taken by the Voss, and now, Redemption's Gate which exists on the other side of Kashir is the backdoor into the holy cities. The path is infested with great monsters, monstrous weather patterns, and ascends terrifying heights into the city of Paradise where he will greet his foes with an army full of warriors that have overcome these obstacles " " But if we fly there, we don't have to do any of that. " " As for compensation I will grant you 30 cloves for every servant rescued , 1000 for my Owl of an Uncle on top of the 10 cloves you may gain for every possible Voss soldier defeated... if they show up "
>>19500930"Monstrous Weather Patterns? Sounds like i don't really wanna get hit by that. I dunno 'bout the Big Birds, but my Femto is a bit ... touchy when it comes to sudden weather changes.""But oh well, the compensation sure is sweet, and flying there will be a challenge too! So i am all for it!">>19494724>>19494747Thanks for the info. Then make my loadout:>700 Ace Bounds, 300 Early Bird grants, 1000 Total>-Femto 800,>-10 Bombs 100>!Ragnyllian Rabbit Aspect 100,> 0 Cloves left"O come on Mike, did you really put ALL our loaned money into bombs?""Sure did, so we make a bigger splash if we meet the enemy!""It didn't occur to you that we might also want to get fed?"
>>19500930Monsters? Like what--gigantic lizards that can eat tanks in one bite? Gigantic serpents that burrow under the ground? It doesn't look like flying in will be a viable options--the only thing we've got that can brave those high winds are Femtos, and I'm not in the mood for trading my mech for a plane, much less giving the entire unit fliers. Is there a way we can signal your uncle ahead of time that we are friendly, possibly sending us some troop support as we make our way up to the Gate? I would suggest you come along with us for his assurances, but I would rather not jeopardize your safety.
Well, not meaning to rain on your monster parade here but we're capable of completely circumventing that if it is a flying island...So what's it gonna be , knock on their front door and hope they let us in ? Or Insert ourselves from the sky and hope for a bag and grab ? Your lives, your choice. Either way, it'll look like we got the Kashirn old guard , or monsters to deal with if not the Voss, this time around "
>eight hundred cloves for the Jockey>one hundred cloves for the "G" attachment>one hundred cloves for the "T" attachment>total cost is one thousand cloves>Early Bird Grant confers three hundred cloves>Ace Bond confers seven hundred cloves>total cost of one thousand cloves met; ten confirmed kills owed
>>19501685Going through the monsters all the way to the front gate might be seen as a trial by fire to those Kashir at the gate. Fight through the monsters, they see we're worthy enough for them to welcome us in. If we fly in, however, I guess we can use the Big Bird transport planes to get us in nice and close. Then we can extract Salazar's uncle and fly off, simple as that. No matter which route we take, still leaves us the problem of identifying ourselves as friendlies to a group of war-crazed veterans sitting on the gate. Salazar--is there any way you know of that we could pull that off? I'd rather not get shot at when we get up to where his troops can see us.
>>19501685I say we go in through the back. No use in pissing off the Voss more than we already have. Plus, if the Kashir holed up here turn out to be hostile, at least we'll end up only having to fight one army rather than two.
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>>19501685"I'd really hate to have to fly in those strange weather formations on that path thingy, and 'sides, isnt Salazar the Kashir heir? I'd say curbstomping their old guard wouldnt be that great for public relations if you catch my drift... Can't we just radio em that we're incoming and then fly in? I mean, it must be worth somethin that we're working for their princess. Only thing we'd have to deal with would be the Voss airforce, and though their VTOL capabilities are kinda impressive they're no match for our speed. We could just, dunno, fly around them?"
