Cooling Off Period -CLEAN UP!

Operators In Equestria - Cooling Off Period


Thrill-Collins

>Collins visibly tenses up, his brow dropping, his eyes narrowing.
"I didn't ask to be here. None of us did. My last orders in my world was to defend my base against a force that was destroying us. I never doubted anything. I stood, and I fought. And then I fell."
>Collins exhales, slowly reaching for the mango on the counter, eyes locked firmly and coldly on Twisted Wing.

"I should have died back in my world. At least then I'd have done so knowing that I'd stayed loyal to my purpose, to my men, to myself. Loyalty to the very end. The truest kind of death for a soldier."
>The mercenary holds a cold stare towards the general. His right hand closes in a vice-grip around the discarded mango.

"Celestia denied me that death. And now I'm in her world, serving her country, her ideals and being her deterrent. I've read this script before - I fucking KNOW how it's gonna turn out. I've been betrayed once by a country. I've fought in a war that didn't need to happen. I've had friends die next to me. And after all was said and done, my country and my people - turned their backs on ME and every soldier who'd died out there. I placed my loyalty in the wrong thing. I was robbed of my
purpose. Never again."

>By now, the mango is slowly crumbling to mush in Collins' hand.

"If this world called for us, then it's also calling out for conflict. Doesn't matter if it's now or later. We're gonna fight because we're needed. Equestria can place its loyalty - and its money, in our services. We'll stay loyal to ourselves. Right up until the very end. I've died once fighting for I believe in. I'll gladly do it again."

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Kraut Space Wizard

The funny thing is, a lot of us never wanted to be soldier or warriors or what have you, I had only planned on bagging a job in the fields of electrical engineering, namely computer-integrated manufacturing, until the worst reign of tyranny ever witnessed by my country began. The reign of King O'nigger. I was forced into fighting back with no backup, and little resources, but rednecks always find a way to make or get what they need.

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi

>>14488061
>The General continues spinning the pear about, eyes locked with the MSF.
"...."
>She was, tactfully, considering the entirety of your life. You were pretty sure that the pegasus knew exactly what your intent and meaning is.
"That's the problem. Even soldiers don't deserve that kind of death. Loyalty is a quality that must be treasured. I know that well."
>Sighing, the General reaches down to grab the pear, chewing on it morosely. Her eyes take sight of the mango dripping to the floor, expression softening.
"Denied? From what Clemency has told me, most of you were going to die rather... painful deaths."
>Reaching her head back to be scratched by one wing, she considers his details.
"No, you don't know how it'll turn out. You're too new. Since you traded with me, allow me to share something valuable."
>Several blades gleam in the dawn's light, combing through one side of her mane, she yawns.
"Mmf. You're all right in my book, but you're going about it the wrong way."
>Scratching stops, turning her head back to face the MSF, wing extending to point directly at him.
"You are not expendable. None of you are. Anypony says that? I'm going to turn them into chopped liver and feed it to a warg!"
>Her voice comes out as a hiss, eyes narrowing into pinpricks. It doesn't seem like you've insulted her though.

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi

>>14488239
>Gaze orienting on Kraut, the General snorts.
"You don't have to be. If you're going to take losses, why bother with contracts and war? You have your buildings now. Any conflicts now open are likely to kill one of your people each time!"
>Picking up her hoof, she slams it violently onto the bar, piercing eyes glancing from Kraut to Thrill.
"Do you understand? This world isn't yours, why try to play it as if it is? I understand defending yourselves, but almost taking the Sun Tyrant down?"
>She slaps her mangled wing against the bar, blades crunching into it.
"Somepony or some being has noticed that! They may even target you, and I'm only here for one reason. Same with Sox. She likes her new name and company. She's free. You're free. Who or what is forcing you to continue?"
>You find yourself resisting the urge to tell her about the green mask.

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh.

>>14488549

>The commotion wakes me
>Notice Claren is still sawing logs
>Get up as slowly as I can as to not disturb her
>Place the blanket back over her
>2cute5me yo
>Walk to Kraut Trill and Twisted are
>Hear her last line
"Because our mission dictates we do."
"The only people who need a reason to fight. Are those who fight for a living"
"I fight to finish the mission"
>Sitting down I light a cigarette

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0

>>14488665
>A paper airplane blazes out of nowhere and pokes McSister on the back of the head
>On it is a crude drawing of a certain biped engaging in acts of coitus against a certain quadruped, the acts occurring being of dubious consent, among other things
>There is also:
"When will u fak whorse"

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Kraut Space Wizard

>>14488549
Because I have nothing left but these men, my family is either dead or unrecognizable, my education is worthless here, the soldier business sucked, but I can't bring myself to leave these men. They may be some of the most ornery people to ever exist, people that are more than willing to shoot each other over someone doing something he didn't like, but they are the closest thing I have to friends and family, and I would sooner be personally sent to hell by my old world's tyrant than let someone die because I left him.
>Rant over
>Take bite of fish
I am not a soldier, just someone protecting my "family"


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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh.

>>14488752

>I have no marker and I must make funny comment
>Simply use my knife to carve a crude "SOON"
>Think of dem amber eyes
>Smoke cigarette while listening to Kraut rant

"The girl and boy are bound by a kiss,
But there's never a bond, old friend like this:
We have drunk from the same canteen."

"I said that the first night I was here, and it's still true."

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Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw

>I wake up, and am ambling over in my groggy state to the buffet car.
>Briefly greets everyone in the room, then goes to find food.
>After looking through the cabinets and such, decides on a mug of cider and some nice crunchy chips.
>The chips are, also, a pony version of our food.
>Loosely based on Doritos.
>Fuckin score.
>Sits down, removes gas mask and begins the feasting.

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2

>Still in Operator Car
>Still playing Solitaire
>Frustrated as fuck
>Hear commotion in Buffet Car
>Fuck Solitaire
>Goes into Buffet Car
>Sees argument
>Tries to stay out of it and find food

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi

>>14488665
>The General turns her head to regard you carefully.
"Then, what is your mission, because I'm lost here."

>>14488752
>Hollow should check his mask.. and his pouches.

>>14488832
>Twisted listens silently for a minute after you finish speaking. Her expression sours considerably.
"So.. your entire platoon is lost. Literally lost. And you have no idea what's happening where you all came from."
>Shaking her wings out, Twisted carefully manipulates the blades under her primaries and settles them in, folding her wings back, muzzle creasing into a deep set scowl.
"I begin to understand. You are not here of your own will. The Sun Tyrant brought you here to complete a favor, and now it's own."
>Her eyes shift mid sentence.
"I was gonna try and execute her if she snapped, but that didn't happen. She'll calm in a week or so. That doesn't change facts."
>Trotting out from behind the bar, she shifts her damaged wing, uncertainty playing across her face.
"Your new family is going to need protection, and I'm one pony. I am not about to jump into new conflicts, already paid that price. Make friends. Choose wisely.."

>>14489058
>Turning her head up, the General's expression shifts, changing into a smile before rummaging through the bar. Finding a bottle of wine, she grabs it and sets it on the counter, tapping her hoof to get your attention.

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Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy

>>14488244
>Collins suddenly realizes his hand is damp. He hadn't even noticed how he'd crushed the mango. His features ease up.

"...God, I'm getting too worked up over this, aren't I? Y'see, the man I used to serve back home - he was kinda a legend of the battlefield. He knew what we'd been through, because he'd been there himself. He took us in, trained us, taught us. He gave us new life, when no-one else bothered. I only thought it was just to pledge that life to him until death itself came calling for it."

>A deep, tension-loosing breath blows out from Collins' chest. His eyes have lost the intensity from a few moments back.

"...But he's not here now. Maybe he's still alive out there, maybe he isn't. Maybe I'm the only one still left. His last disciple. I'm not sure if that means continuing his legacy, or starting one of my own, with my new comrades. I mean, we're essentially dead in our own worlds, but this isn't heaven. Maybe what we're looking for is something outside of that."

>Collins looks down, wiping his hand on his trouser leg.

"Y'know, you're right - we're too new in this world. We really don't know the full picture. But when we do, we want to do it on our terms. Not as tools, not as deterrents, but as free men."

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2

>>14489109
>Notices tapping
"Hey Twisted. Everything all right? I heard that argument."

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh.

>>14489109

>To Twisted
>Takes another drag
"I don't know yet"
"I was given a kind of key"
>Taps rifle
"To a door I haven found yet. When I find what I am to do here. I will finish my mission."
>sighs
"But I have to keep fighting if I am to find that door. That mission."

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)14:42
Replies: >>14489633

>>14489109
>Hollow was lazing about on one of the benches, when suddenly a thought occurred to him
>He lazily sits upright, making sure nobody is looking directly at him, and takes off his mask to look at it, and also checking his pouches

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)14:50
Replies: >>14489633

>>14489109

>From the shadows a jihad emerges
>Sneaking behind the general whispering

"Allah akbar..."

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Kraut Space Wizard 11/11/13(Mon)14:55
Replies: >>14489633

>>14489109
Not platoon, if I could have raised a platoon during the great happening I would have had a chance, instead, I had to deal with complacent feudal servant's who refused to fight. Not that I mind, this "tyrant" is stoppable without bloodshed, and opportunities for learning new things are amazing, I mean, MAGIC! That's something that only dreamed about where I come from. There was nothing left for me in that world, and little for me in this world, the biggest thing this world offers is
the promise of thriving from my own work, which is the greatest part of living.

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)14:59
Replies: >>14489703 >>14489733 >>14489770 >>14489825 >>14489895 >>14490298

>>14489257
>The General slides the small bottle of wine in Clemency's direction, a smirk plastered across her muzzle.
"Yep, just getting the story out of these two."
>Reaching back under the bar, she frowns, sticks her head down, and comes up with an apple and a banana, setting them next to the bottle.

>>14489256
>Head turning back to Thrill, the General flattens her ears in concentration, eyes narrowed.
"You are. I insulted you originally because you were acting like this was your world."
>Leaning onto the bar, she settles her chin on her hooves.
"Quite an inspiring leader. That means something. You were a soldier, now you're not. Think about it this way, you were trained to be good. Now you can be better."
>She shrugs with her wings, serrated black blades rattling.
"If you want, I'll teach you this world's conflicts since that on-.. you don't have a tactician, and I'm reluctant to do so. But later."
>She sighs, reaching up with a blade to scratch behind her ear.

>>>14489321
>One eye lazily rolls to McSister.
"The mission isn't everything. All you here have lost somepony, that's easy to see. Don't lose sight of them first."
>Her eye shifts to your weapon, curiosity tinging.

 >>14489333
 >From nowhere comes a burst of inspiration: the pegasi raider had drawn a beautiful cursive #67 on Hollow's mask, and stuffed a small bottle of wine with a couple pieces of fruit in his pouches. You should probably not ask the gods of this world for aid again...

>>14489474
>One wing extends and opens fully, displaying serrated blades to Filth. The General sighs.
"Not again... just keep your distance. Once you hit Las Pegasus you can do whatever you want. But it's the roughest place in Equestria."

>>14489573
>The dark blue pegasus sets her head on the bar again lazily.
"You... hmm. So my world is that much more different. Then let me make it clear, this is a new world for you all."

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)15:03

>>14489633
>A smirk on his face, Hollow quickly works on scrubbing his mask clean, before placing it on his face again
>Today is not the day for rage
>Heaving himself up, Hollow stomps out onto the flatbed, each footstep sounding heavy and tired

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)15:05
Replies: >>14490101

>>14489633

>raises an eyebrow at Twisted Wing

"What? no. I just wanted to say sorry. We can be durka's right? Right, infidelsan?"

>Lets out a nervous smile

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)15:07
Replies: >>14490101

>>14489633
>To Twisted Wing
"Really now? They may be thick but they're good people in the end. Just some of us has different reasons to go through."
>Takes a sip of the wine

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)15:10
Replies: >>14489968 >>14490101

>>14489633
"An old comrade of mine gave me this rifle. He said to "finish my mission". I didn't find it in my old life."
>Pauses for a little bit
"So I will look for it in this one."
"Perhaps I was sent here to finish something"
>Unslings weapon
"But enough about the past. Whats done is done."
>Places it on the table
"You want to know how our weapons work?"

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Kraut Space Wizard 11/11/13(Mon)15:14
Replies: >>14490101

>>14489633
>To Twisted Wing
I plan on taking full advantage of the opportunities here. My time in this platoon will be considered required military service for immigrants like what used to be done in my old country. Speaking of my old world, why don't you check out how the wild ride works, since I didn't get much opportunity to show it off earlier


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Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)15:19

>>14489825
>Sees Sister plopping his weapon on the table.
>Reminded of state of MG3 strapped to back
>Decides its a nice idea to clean his weapon.
>Puts gas mask on again, plops his MG3 on the table, takes out gun kit and begins to clean.
>Speaks toward sister and the General:
"If you're interested in his stuff, you might as well check mine out. Different set-ups and such."

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SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)15:21
Replies: >>14490101 >>14490184

>>14488244
>>14488549
>>14488665
>having been leaning back in my bench, eyes closed, hat tipped low
>slowly nodding as the conversation went on
"Nous avons quelques-uns, nous avons quelques-uns, nous joyeuse bande de frères."
>sigh at Twisted Wing
"These men, that I have been pulled here to serve with. For what ever reason have become my adopted brothers. Men at arms, with a common goal."
>another deep sigh
"You say we would have died painful deaths, thats probably true. But at least many of them died serving what they believed in. Me? I guess I would have died at a busy intersection because some jackass in an F-2500 didn't understand what a red light meant."
>>14488752
>>14488897
>Not seeing the letter
>but the reaction and "SOON" reply
>I surmise what was implied
>chuckle
>>14489109
>solemn features run through my face again
"Choices need to be thought out thoroughly. Sometimes you don't have that time, and it is regrettable. And you have to live with the decisions you make."
>>14489256
>continuing with the straight face, but with an ease lightly showing I agree with Collins
"Yes my friend, free. But we have to make the right decisions, and follow them through to remain free. Freedom isn't free, what irony."

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)15:29
Replies: >>14490232 >>14490301 >>14490306 >>14490353 >>14490381 >>14490532

>>14489733
>The General lifts her wing for a moment, considers, and tips her head around to eye Filth carefully before folding her wing back into position.
"Don't know what that first word is, but the second.. you'd best not use it. It sounded very insulting the first time you said it. If you mean friends, we'll see. I'm reluctant to go back home for now."
>She snorts neutrally.

>>14489770
>Twisted mutters softly to Clemency. wings rubbing her sides.
"They seem to be. I think they're mostly in shock, and I'm not the pony to deal with it."

 >>14489825
>Setting her head back on the bar, she lets out a long yawn, snapping her teeth against each other at the end.
>To McSister
"That doesn't sound right. I don't think he was telling you to finish his mission."
>One blade jolts up from her wing to scratch at her nearly destroyed mane.
"Think he was telling you to make your own."
>Quirking her eyes, she considers.
"Nah. We have something similar, but they're pretty useless. Each race has their own weaponry, and then we have unicorns. You'd be surprised how far an earth pony can hurl a spear anyways."

>Claren wakes up in the Engineer's car, a half-snore still ringing. She leaps up, ears swiveling, and trots to the door of the flatbed. Spotting no one there, she heads into the Operator's car. Mostly asleep she realizes, reclaiming her helmet and stuffing it back on her head. The Day Guard tiphooves carefully through, and quietly enters the buffet car, catching the last bit of dialogues.

>>14489895
>To Kraut
"Hmmm.. it's similar enough to a train, except smaller. Your technological levels must be quite a bit higher. And, not really. I prefer my own weapons."
>She grins in amusement, showing no offense. Despite your urging, she seems to be disinterested in mechanical or technological applications.

>>14489992
>Glancing about to Sapper, the General warily keeps an eye pinned on him, and the other on Thrill.
"Those deaths didn't happen though."
>She seems to shuffle through moods quicker than the other ponies you know of.
"You all have new lives, new chances. But I'm NOT in the position to tell you what to do with them. Horseapples, I left the Night Guard and they want to hunt me down and kill me. The second I try to go back and talk to Luna, there will be a thousand or so there to interdict."
>She stomps a hoof down on the bar in anger.
"You have a chance now. I've already killed something that made me vomit for Clemency. You ARE free to do what you want, but it seems like this is the ending to some bad comedy and I don't particularly like it!"
>The General opens her wings to shake them out, blades rattling. Her muzzle peels back angrily.

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Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)15:40
Replies: >>14490604

>>14490101
>Nods solemnly
>MG is nice and clean, and a well oiled machine.
>Puts weapon back together.
>CH-CHACK
>Grim smile.
>Notices Claren entering the car.
"Mornin' commander."

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Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy 11/11/13(Mon)15:43
Replies: >>14490604

>>14489633

>Collins sighs at Twisted, looking tired.
"Yeah, everything's still up in the air and we've only just put our feet on the ground. There's a lot of things out there that refuse to make sense to us. For now, I'll hold on to the title of 'soldier'. I owe him that much. Until I become something better."

>Collins grabs another mango from the fruit bowl, to save for later.

"I appreciate the offer. It'd be nice to learn about this world. And to learn about combat from you - when you're ready, of course."

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)15:43

>>14490101
>Hollow had somehow managed to avoid being seen by Claren, despite his size
>Going to lean against the railing of the flatbed, Hollow watches the landscape, bored, but still enjoying the scenery

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)15:44
Replies: >>14490353 >>14490428 >>14490604

>>14490101

>Takes a seat beside Twisted Wing, but keeps a short distance
"Yes, durka. I meant friends"

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SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)15:47
Replies: >>14490604

>>14490101
>>14490184
>nod again
"You are correct, I spoke out of terms. They were spared death, given an extension per se."
>remove cap, ruffle hair
"We all were when you really think on it."
>little appalled by her angry display
"We are new to this world, this place. Really not much of a lay of the land, most of what we have seen has been from these god forsaken train windows."
>replace cap
>>14490306
>sigh at Filth
"He is a bit out there but he means well, please forgive his earlier.... 'compulsive action'"
>return to subject
"Would you mind giving us a little more about here?"

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)15:48
Replies: >>14490604

>>14490101
>Jeff crosses his arms as the general talks to McSister. His SAW leans against the seat.
"So, what are the other races like? Are their weapons as various? I've heard of griffons. Can't imagine them doing anything more than divebombing and using their claws."

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)15:49
Replies: >>14490604

>>14490184
>Pops the dust cover off the receiver
>Pushing the mainspring forward I slide it out of its housing
>Next the bolt carrier group
>Sees Claren walk in
"I am doing precisely what I want to do. If I didn't want to be here I wouldn't."
"I'm in good company with good food and good drinks. What more can a man want?"
>FUCKING BAFFLES

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)15:51
Replies: >>14490604

>>14490184
>More wine drinking
>Done with bottle passes it back to Twisted
"It might be looking like that but when we get the lay of this new land, well, we can make it work. You still ok?"

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Bill 11/11/13(Mon)15:51
Replies: >>14490450

>>14490306
>A red eyed Bill opens the buffet/storage car door and stumbles over to the fruit bowl, stuffing all manners of fruit into his mouth, occasionally stopping for a drink from his canteen


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Kraut Space Wizard 11/11/13(Mon)15:56

>>14490101
>To Twisted Wing
Alright, some people just aren't interested in cars I guess...

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)16:01
Replies: >>14490738 >>14490757 >>14490830 >>14490871 >>14490897 >>14490956 >>14490977 >>14491097

>>14490232
>The Day Guard quietly regards Dante for a moment, eyes glancing him up and down. She nods, satisfied with her inspection.

Claren seems to be regarding the Operators as a military group still.
"Good morning."

>>14490298
>The General calms considerably, folding her wings back without rancor. She sighs and shakes her head.
"Just.. consider my advice carefully. I don't know what's going to happen next, but this world's dangers are far too many to even list."
>Her wings settle, folded tightly.
"Perhaps after today, I will teach what I can."
>Her eyes light up slightly at the prospect of tutoring someone.

 >>14490306
>Shifting about, her head swings to regard Filth with one steely eye.
"Then, I accept. But keep yourself together."
>She waves a wing slightly.

>>14490353
>The General regards Collins with a curious look.
"Indeed. Don't spoil this chance."
>Her head sets on the bar again, ears perking.
"Hmmm. Tomorrow, you and the soldier, then, I will teach what I can. And you had best be willing to learn!"
>Her muzzle quirks back in a large, somewhat goofy grin.

>>14490381
>The General mutters.
"All races have some weapons. Spears, swords. Gryphons have claws and beaks. They also like to drop rocks or heavy things. There's.. about fifty others."

>>14490394
>Twisted turns her attention back to McSister, eyes glinting as she recognizes frustration, then turning to the Day Guard. Her expression shifts, souring slightly. Her eye turns back to you.
"I understand. Just be careful. There are more dangers here than I could explain in ten years. You have already met, well, the hyfalgryph."

>>14490422
>Reaching under the bar once more, she snags another bottle and sets it on the bar, glancing at it. She pops off the cap with her teeth and sniffs.
"Pure water. Mmm."
>Her head turns up, smiling slightly at Clemency.
"Yes. Just so long as they keep their.. whatever to themselves. They look like rat tails."

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)16:09
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
>Raises an eyebrow at Twisted
>scoffs

"What's that suppose to mean?"
>pauses
"Thanks"

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Kraut Space Wizard 11/11/13(Mon)16:10 UTC-8 No.14490757
Replies: >>14490868 >>14491185

>>14490604
Screw it, pass me some whiskey please, it feels like good time for drinking

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Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy 11/11/13(Mon)16:15
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
"Thanks."
>Collins pauses for a beat, face breaking into a slight smile at the General.
"The name's Collins, by the way. Probably should have said it sooner, but the first time we met...things happened. Got off on the wrong foot- or hoof, or something. Sorry about that."

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Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)16:17

>>14490757
>Looks at Kraut.
"I don't have any whiskey on me, but there is hard cider over there. I HIGHLY suggest it."

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)16:17
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
>Jeff's eyes widen but only for a second.
"Fifty, huh. That's... both interesting and horrifying. I don't know about the rest of you, but I like to know my enemy as much as I possibly can. Maybe we can go in depth more at some point in time, or point me to some references."

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)16:18
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
>Sarcastically laugh at Twisted
"Ha ha. But really I think most of us knows when to keep to themselves around you when we first met you. You said something about teaching us some stuff. We would appreciate it."

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)16:22
Replies: >>14491185


>>14490604
>Borin' as shit out here
>Hollow stamps through the train, entering the buffet car
>Quickly scribbling a note, and airplanifying it, he chucks it at Twisted before crashing down into a chair and sticking  a straw into his flask and through the hole of his mask, sipping
>No hangovers today pls
"So tell us General, are you a total dyke or what?"


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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)16:23
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
>To Twisted WIng
"The same goes to you. The world I came from was fundamentally damaged by a group of imbeciles thinking they were smart."
>pulls out a bolt
"Local space time anomalies that defied all laws of nature and physics"
>Grabs an apple
"There was one in particular that I always dreaded. It was a gravitational anomaly called a Vortex. If you got sucked into its core by stepping into the area of its affect."
>Crushes the apple in his fist.
"It would crush you. into a small little ball."
>Sweeps the apple pieces away.
>Eats the large chunks
"But enough sad crap"
>Spins toward Claren
"Sleep well? I slept like a rock."

>>
SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)16:31
Replies: >>14491185

>>14490604
"Thanks, I'll be waiting.."
>just as a paper airplane crashes into Twisted's forehead
>I take two steps back towards the wall away from her
>glancing in the direction of which the airplane came

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)16:37
Replies: >>14491236 >>14491257 >>14491280 >>14491314 >>14491331 >>14491374 >>14491423 >>14491430 >>14491451 >>14491466

>>14491470

>>14490738
 >The General glances back, eyes settling on Filth calmly. You think she's offering a chance for neutrality.
"Any more attempts like the.. first time, and I won't be so lenient. Giving too many chances is the first hoof in the ground. Just don't.. try that again."

>>14490757
>Ducking back behind the bar, Kraut can hear bottles moving. The pegasus pops up, teeth gripping a red bottle. She sets it down.
"Hard cider from Ponyville. Pretty refreshing. Dunno what this whistlekey thing is you keep saying."

>>14490830
>Tapping her dark blue hooves on the bar, Twisted nods in agreement with Collins.
"Most species have a minimum amount of tact. It does seem best that I explain those when I have time otherwise."

>>14490871
>Wiggling ears back and forth, the General coughs at Jeff.
"You know three, four races really. There are crystal ponies, gryphons, zebras, warg and their varg cousins.. a host of others. Tomorrow though."

>>14490897
>Closing her eyes, she snorts, still wary of dealing with the Operators.
>To Clemency
"Just as long as people remember it. There are certain modicums of respect and tact that we use here."

>>14491097
>To Sapper
"Not to worry, I'll be tea-..."

>>14490956
>Glancing at the paper, the General's expression turns from amused to... blank. Her wings unfold slightly as she regards the question, then glances up, pupils dilating into pinpricks.
"What business is it of yours!? Are you a damned MORON or do you just like invading others' privacy!?"
Basic Intimidate - Critical

>>14490977
>Huffing, the General turns to you and settles back down again, mane shaking with quiet rage.
"Hmmm. I've heard of weird things like that, but never seen 'em. Unicorns can cause such, but I don't like hanging around the casters."


>Claren, trotting in place quietly, slips towards McSister, illusion taking place as her dusty gold coat becomes a brilliant white, eyes turning back to the Royal Guard blue.
"Indeed, I did."
>Her voice is soft, eyes flicking between all the motion and activity.

>>
Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)16:41
Replies: >>14491502

>>14491185
>Attention is grabbed by angry pony.
"Great, we just can't seem to get along, can we?"
>Looks at Hollow.
"Run bro, run."

>>
Kraut Space Wizard 11/11/13(Mon)16:42

>>14491185
Alright, I'll give this junk a try
>swig teim

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)16:43
Replies: >>14491502


>>14491185
>raises hands at Twisted
"What attempt? I don't know what you are talking about"
"I would never do such a thing"

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)16:46
Replies: >>14491502

>>14491185
"One step forward, two steps back..."
>Glance at Hollow, giving an expression of 'you dun goofed now'
"Ok, calm down. Hollow being stupid at the moment, not remembering "tact"."
>Roll for calm down
Major success

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)16:47
Replies: >>14491502


>>14491185
>Woo mama, we mad now
>Hollow leaps to his feet, his GTFO senses ringing
>But not before he writes another note
>He slaps it down and dashes back out to the flatbed
"Don't hate the playa, hate the game"
"Also don't hate the D, because Clemency wants ur cooch"
"Also please don't hurt me, im sorry"

>>
Scribbles !quhOzR1Ess 11/11/13(Mon)16:50
Replies: >>14491406 >>14491423 >>14491431 >>14491485

>>14491185
>The rumble of the train slowly pulls me into the waking world
>Stumble out of my bunk, Perform Holy Trinity
>Shit, Shower, Shave.
>Hear screaming from the front of the train, investigate
>Walk in and see an angry Twisted, Kraut chugging hard cider, Operators milling about
>Walk over and sit down near Sapper and Twisted
"Someone mind giving me an update? Where are we off to now?"


>>
SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)16:53
Replies: >>14491442 >>14491502

>>14491374
"Friend I would not sit there at this moment in time..."
>>14491185
>carrying on the line of thought
>I try and calm her down, seeing she's on edge
"Now I know he can be blunt, he can't help it he doesn't really read people well, again apologies."
>waving hand in a slow down gesture

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Bill !!o6/TUxnhUv2 11/11/13(Mon)16:53 UTC-8 No.144914300

>>14491185
>Bill winces and raises a head up to his forehead massaging his temples, with a very dirty look at Twisted Bill leaves the car back into the storage cars, spitting out a red colored glob of 4 or 5 cherry pits into a garbage can near the door

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David Droyberg !f1vueXiQRw 11/11/13(Mon)16:53

>>14491374
>Fall out of the bed on the train
>My yamuka falls off
>Shitgoy
>Get flashbacks to the shoah
>Get on my radio
"Shekel, this is David, can you come in?"

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)16:55
Replies: >>14491502

>>14491185
>Pulls Claren in close next to him
"Good to hear."
"Best snooze I've had for a while. We might have to make a habit out of it."
>Watches her spell kick in.
>It must activate when all her armor is on her.
"Can that spell of yours imitate camo like mine?"
>Sees hollow going insane
"We might want to consider relocating soon"

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Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy 11/11/13(Mon)16:56
Replies: >>14491500 >>14491575

>>14491185
>Collins shifts closer to Twisted, ready to restrain her if needed.
"He's not worth it, ok? Really, really not worth it."

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)16:56
Replies: >>14491575

>>14491185
>LONT wakes up from his fiesta from all the talking and commotion
>he gets up and stretches and walks to the bar, the epitome of conversation
>he grabs a bright red delicious looking apple from the counter intent on eating it
>he looks to his side at Twisted, then the apple, then back to her
"*YAWN*...Hey there twisted, want this apple, ill get something else for myself."

>>
Stitches 11/11/13(Mon)16:57
Replies: >>14491571 >>14491726

>>14491374
>hop out of the bed on the train
>look down at watch to realize I'm a bit late
>pick up my gear and rush off the train
"oh shit, I'm late I'm late I'm late!"

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)16:58
Replies: >>14491684 >>14491737 >>14491746

>>14491236
>The General turns on you, eyes glinting.
"Not unless someone's insulting or asks the wrong damned question."
>She points her hoof at Hollow.
"I will MINCE him if he keeps this up."
>You should probably pay attention to how you speak..

>>14491280
>Twisted turns her attention back to Filth, sighing heavily.
"Our.. 'first', meeting. That may work with others. It does not work with most. Choose your actions wisely."
>She unfolds her wing and waves it, showing no hostility meant.

>>14491314
"The next time someone tries to... do anything..."
>She mutters, seemingly absorbed. Her eyes pick up to watch the mute smash a letter down. She grumbles angrily.

>>14491331
>Turning her attention back, she checks the paper on the bar counter, glancing up as Hollow runs. She chortles for a moment, then stops, glancing at the paper for about a minute.
"What's a player, and what game is he talking about? If he means irritating me the-"
>Her eyes widen greatly.
"I'm.. going..to... MURDER.. HIM. In a minute. Maybe."
>She chortles, the dark creases of her eyes narrowing, thoughts whirling about her head.

>>14491423
>Jerking her head up, the General eyes you carefully.
"While that may be, others would have taken offense and killed him already."
>She stamps her hoof on the counter again, the blades in her wings slipping back and forth under the primaries, snickering.

>>14491451
>Claren leans against you carefully. You remember how heavy ponies are, considering their armor.
"It was nice to sleep without worrying about waking others up."
>Her voice is somewhat reserved.
"Well, no. It can only perform one illusion. It ensures that nopony knows whom we are once we are off duty."
>She glances straight at the floor, seemingly glum.
"Not that I may ever return to duty now, after last night."
>1/2

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)17:03
Replies: >>14491642 >>14491646 >>14491653 >>14491675 >>14491677 >>14491684 >>14491719 >>14491748 >>14491797

>>14491466
>The General snaps her head above the bar, eyes suddenly turning piercing as she regards the truth in your words. She nods slightly, muzzle pulling back into an angry smile.
"Control him before -I- do. I did not become a General by holding hooves or letting discipline slip."
>It slips your mind that she once commanded an entire Night Guard army. You might want to ask about that later, and carefully.
"Besides, I know all you are capable of. Your weapons are..."
>She leans down on the bar counter, wings raised above her.
"Very weak in comparison."
>You're left remembering a shot to her head that seemed to do little.

>>14491470
>At last, a friendly face. Twisted sets her head down on the bar, sighing.
"Yes, please. I think I've had plen-"


>In the Operator's car, a shimmering of green appears. The Warden arrives, glancing about the car, expression curious, yet glassy eyed and blank. It seems to sigh silently, tapping a hoof on the carpet.

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)17:06
Replies: >>14491826

>>14491575
"Come on, Twisted. He's not worth it. Look at him, he's obviously trying to rile you up."

>he then turns to the sound of the recently appeared Warden.
"Oh, hello friend. We meet again. What are you doing here?"

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)17:07
Replies: >>14491826

>>14491575
>Hollow sees the flash out of the corner of his fleeing eye
>He screeches to a halt, and turns around, going back to the buffet car door, peeking inside...but not GOING inside

>>
Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)17:07 UTC-8 No.14491653

    >>14491575
    >Reminded once again of how weak we are compared to the ponies.
    >Even their lighter races outperform us heavily.
    >Deep sigh.
    >Sees shimmering and accompanying pony-like species.
    "What the fu-"

>>
Kraut Space Wizard !!788XNtDZhr8 11/11/13(Mon)17:08 UTC-8 No.14491675

    >>14491575
    holy holes! new kind of pone!
    >lean in reeal close
    you came in at a great time, now watch hollow get his shit slapped

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)17:08 UTC-8 No.14491677
Replies: >>14491826

    >>14491575
    >lont back hair stand on end for some reason, putting him on slight tension
    "You can help yourself to the others as well."
    >said with a sincere smile, while turning to claren
    "You too, he he."
    >lont says with a chuckle

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SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)17:09 UTC-8 No.14491684
Replies: >>14491826

    >>14491502
    "I know, he would have been drawn and quartered in a lot of places"
    >Light grin
    >glad shes calming down
    >>14491575
    >when green flashes behind me
    >what the hell?
    >turn to see the ever ominous look of a changleing
    "Well this isn't expected."
    >see Hollow outside car, fist pumping

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)17:11 UTC-8 No.14491719
Replies: >>14491826

    >>14491575
    "Remember that discipline Twisted, don't let him strike your nerve."
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

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David Droyberg !f1vueXiQRw 11/11/13(Mon)17:12 UTC-8 No.14491726
Replies: >>14491770

    >>14491485
    "What the heck are you doing goy?"
    >snatch up my yamuka, put it on my head
    "You should go back asleep
    >Reach to my walkie talkie again
    "Hello? Shekels? Respond?"

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)17:12 UTC-8 No.14491737
Replies: >>14491826

    >>14491502

    >Smirks

    "Still don't know what you're talking about. Anyway thanks for the understanding."

    >Shrugs sarcastically
    >walks away laughing after noticing a flash from the operator cart.

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Scribbles !quhOzR1Ess 11/11/13(Mon)17:13 UTC-8 No.14491746
Replies: >>14491826

    >>14491502
    >Glance up at Twisted
    "You know he is only trying to get you riled up. He's not really..."
    >A flash of green inturrupts my thought, Glance over at the new arrival suspiciously.

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)17:13 UTC-8 No.14491748
Replies: >>14491826 >>14491972 >>14492271

    >>14491575

    "I have a feeling that we will be need ing your expertise in the next few hours"
    "Coming with Claren?"

    [1d6]
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

    >points at Hollow , Filth, Sapper, and Clemancy
    "On me."
    "Lets go."

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Stitches !SSBXELxF0o 11/11/13(Mon)17:15 UTC-8 No.14491770
Replies: >>14491790 >>14491808

    >>14491726
    I'm wondering that myself, I was supposed to be back in the states and I woke up here, hence why I panicked.
    >sit's back down on my bunk
    I'll try not to bother you and your...uh... "sheckles"

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Anonymous 11/11/13(Mon)17:16 UTC-8 No.14491790

    >>14491770
    "The states? You mean the United States of Jerusalem?"
    >I cock my head in confusion

>>
Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy 11/11/13(Mon)17:16 UTC-8 No.14491797

    >>14491575

    "He's usually not like this. Usually."

    >Collins' attention is pulled to a flash of green light from the Operator car.

>>
Stitches !SSBXELxF0o 11/11/13(Mon)17:18
Replies: >>14491825

>>14491770
Uh...no. I mean the united states of America, Jerusalem isn't around anymore
>gives a suspicious look
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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)17:19
Replies: >>14491935 >>14491967 >>14491972 >>14491989 >>14491990 >>14492007 >>14492013 >>14492048 >>14492271

>>14491642
>The General turns to you, sighing.
"Very well. But I will teach him tact, lest somepony shred him before I do. I would not like that."

>>14491646
>Scowling at you, Twisted rattles the blades in her wings.

>>14491677
"Perhaps later."
>Her damaged wing indicates the Operator's car.
"Only Changelings teleport like that."
>Her voice turns droll. She doesn't seem to care about it.

>>14491684
"Hmf. Best keep him out of my reach then."

>>14491719
>The General mutters quietly to you.
"My own discipline is not in question."
>Her head jerks at Hollow.
"Respect is earned, not given."
>The pegasi's eyes unfocus, regarding you carefully. She speaks in a low, husky tone.
"I appreciate your candor, Warrior."
>She gives you a sly smile of acknowledgement. You've impressed her.

>>14491737
>Glancing after the one with the towel on his head, she shakes her mane out. She still didn't understand him.

>>14491746
"Hmfff. Well. So long as he gets it."

>>14491748
>Claren briefly considers your offer, frowning in concentration. Her eyes seem a bit dim.
"I.. have only fought Changelings. I have not negotiated. They may not recognize me as neutral, unless you can assure them."


>The Warden makes it's way calmly to the buffet table, short, cracked horn lighting up green to open the door. It steps through and stops, puzzled by so many Operators. It turns it's glassy eyed stare to Claren, whom seems ill at ease. It makes a barely perceptible nod, and stares straight at Hollow and McSister.


>>
Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)17:25
Replies: >>14492060

>>14491826
>Hollow meanders over to the changeling Warden, eyeing Twisted while he moves, before crouching infront of the Warden and staring him the eyes...

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)17:27
Replies: >>14491992 >>14492060

>>14491826
>lont sees the Changeling enter the buffet cabin
>now he KNOWS his comrades talked to them and one Changeling being here isn't the sign of bad omens
>BUT ITS A BIG FUCKING BUG!
>lont wears a poker-face and slowly, ever so slowly backs away from the Changeling, even though it just entered and wasn't even near him
>roll so the HUGE FUCKING BUG doesn't even notice

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)17:27
Replies: >>14492060

>>14491826
"I aim to please General."
>>14491748
"Seems I have to go to another op. Take care."

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Thrill-Collins !!6IKBAl8YLmy 11/11/13(Mon)17:28 UTC-8 No.14491989
Replies: >>14492197

>>14491826
>Collins swivels his head towards the arrival of the changeling. He isn't really sure how the new few moments are going to unfold with the ponies on board.

"Hello there, warden. This is an....interesting time to pay us a visit."

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)17:28 UTC-8 No.14491990
Replies: >>14492060

>>14491826

>Kneel down to her level
"We have gone there before and they are on good terms with us. They are actually looking to secure a lasting peace with  your princesses, and you being with us might serve as a sign of solidarity"
>Ruffle her hair a bit
"Besides I sure would feel a lot safer with a big bad Day Guard Commander with us."
    >lol 2cute5me

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)17:29
Replies: >>14492060 >>14492271

>>14491826

>Walks towards the buffet table
>Sees hollow staring very closely at the warder
>jesus christ hollow
"Hollowsan, 67 staph~"
>turns to the warden
"Hello, what's going on?"

>>
Scribbles !quhOzR1Ess 11/11/13(Mon)17:29
Replies: >>14492060

>>14491826
>The presence of the strange, bug-like Changeling puts me on edge
>CREEPY BUG THING
>NOPE NOPE
>Roll for remaining unnoticed

>>
Dante "Doc Feelgood" Gambacci !Mh6lhXFLsw 11/11/13(Mon)17:32

>>14491826
>After noticing everyone's reactions, I decide to adopt a cautious atmosphere.
>Not letting down my guard though.

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)17:32 UTC-8 No.14492060
Replies: >>14492130 >>14492134 >>14492177 >>14492193 >>14492197 >>14492271 >>14492279 >>14492338

>>14491935
>The General gives you a steely glance, unwavering. She slowly wags a blade up and down.

>The Warden stares at you, unblinking. It nods in acknowledgement, and quirks his head, studying your mask. It reaches up with a hoof slowly, and taps gingerly.

>>14491967
>The Warden doesn't even respond to your presence, instead interested in Hollow.

>>14491972
>Twisted Wing bristles her wings, stretching.
"Then, well, go. I'm fine with Changelings."
>She sets her head on the bar heavily, closing her eyes. She seemed a bit bored.

>>14491990
>Claren's eyes dim once more.
"A.. peace treaty? After the attack and massa-"
>She stops, biting her cheek.
"No. That is the past. If they mean solidarity, then I.."
>Her ears twitch, seemingly unconvinced.
"I do not know. Perhaps the raider, or the General? I-I am not w-well versed in.. speaking to others."
>Her head hangs slightly, eyes lowering to the floor.

>>14492007
>The Warden turns from Hollow to you. It's armored muzzle opens slightly in what you take to be a smile, the over-sized fangs on either side glinting faintly. It performs a deep bow in acknowledgement, then taps the carpet twice. It seems to be waiting for the Operators to decide.

>>14492013
>An ear flicks towards you, and returns back to Filth. It seems to disregard you.

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)17:37
Replies: >>14492379

>>14492060
>lont turn his attention away from mr.nightmare full at the door and decides to see to twisted
>see seems a bit bored
"Hey twisted, you were a general right? What was it like commanding an army?"

>>
Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)17:37

>>14492060
>Jeff lifts up his LMG from the seat and slings it over his shoulder.
"I believe he wants us to go with him."

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)17:40
Replies: >>14492271 >>14492379

>>14492060
>points back at Pointy Wings
"I don't think bringing her on a diplomatic mission with Hollow is a very good idea. And that spastic raider is even worse."
>puts a hand on her "shoulder?"
"We... I need you on this op because your a little bit more calm and collected than the other two. Plus like I said earlier. It would be a great sign of solidarity to see a Commander of the Day Guard present at peace talks"
"If it does come down to talking to them, just imagine you're painting. Your words like careful brushstrokes. Slowly compiling something that will last for a very long time."

>>
Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)17:41
Replies: >>14492379

>>14492060
>Joins group around Warden
"Well, where we headed now?"
>Sees this 'Changeling' everyone is talking about
>Looks kinda like an insect
"Let's follow I guess..."

>>
Scribbles !quhOzR1Ess 11/11/13(Mon)17:41
Replies: >>14492379

>>14491989
>>14492060
>It saw me
>It definitely saw me
>Look over to Thrill
"Who is this Bug, man? What's he here for?"
>Glance at the changeling
>Shudder

>>
SapperJ !!UpcfNairCwQ 11/11/13(Mon)17:45
Replies: >>14492379

>>14491748
>nod solemnly
>then a grin beams across my face
"Nah Sir, actually."
>thumb over shoulder
"Take Jeff, he could use the run."
>>14491826
"And I will try, he can be a handful."
>>14492007
>I can't contain a laugh at Filth's nonchalant attitude

>>14492060
"I think you can do it just fine Claren. Just don't let ol' Sister there push you into anything, if you catch my drift."
>slight wink with a smile

>>14492177
"Just remember how bad it was when Chrysalis was pulled into the conversation at Canterlot."
>two finger salute
"Aside from that, you boys be careful, come back safely yeah? I know you can handle it."
>turn around head towards the Operator car
"Sox if your hiding around here I've hidden 4 apples, 3 bananas, and 5 pears through the train."
>hand over shoulder wave as I exit the car.

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)17:46
Replies: >>14492304 >>14492379

>>14492060
>Kawaii
>After apparently..."communicating" with the Warden, Hollow nods and gives it a pat on the head, than staring over at Claren, scribbling a note
"General Lesbo over there is a hothead, and we aren't on the best terms, and Sox is a spaz, besides you seem like you've got talking skills."

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)17:49
Replies: >>14492379

>>14492060
>returns the bow to the Warden with a nod and a smile
"Are you here on behalf of the queen?"

>>
PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)17:51
Replies: >>14492486 >>14492503 >>14492520 >>14492568 >>14492570

>http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GyUwg2fBg3k [Embed]

>>14492130
>Twisted glances in your direction, eyeing the Warden carefully.
"Chaotic at best of times, exhilarating in combat. Having a thousand Night Guard behind me was.. an incredible feeling. Although.. last year. Mmm. It was fun."
>She smiles, wings shaking in fond memory.

>>14492177
>The Day Guard sighs, reaching up with a hoof to brush at her cheek.
"Very well."
>She doesn't flinch as you touch her front shoulder, leaning back slightly, one eye meeting yours.
"I will.. try. Yet I do feel somewhat concerned."
>Your compliment makes her eyes turn slightly brighter.
"That.. helps. Thank you."

>>14492193
>The Warden glances about, nodding to you.

>>14492197
>The Warden cranes it's neck to consider you. It turns away.

>>14492271
>Muttering, the General sights and drops behind the bar.
"Forget it, I'm going to sleep..."
>Her wings shake open, revealing their blades. She trots in a circle twice, slumps down to the floor and wraps her wings about, a protected half dome.

>Sapper can hear Sox giggling from somewhere, obviously well hidden.
"Kay!"

>Claren nods at you slightly, turning back to McSister.

>>14492279
>The Day Guard glances at your note, expression souring majorly.
"Even though she MAY be disgraced, she is still a warrior. Do not besmirch her name or I will add yours to my list as well."
>She snorts, stomping the ground. The car shakes. You forget how strong these ponies are..

>>14492338
>The Warden dips it's head, 'smiling' once more. It gestures with it's horn to the center of the cabin, horn glowing slightly. You recognize this as time to leave.

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)17:56 UTC-8 No.14492486
Replies: >>14492705

>>14492379
>Understanding the gesture
>turns around and shouts
"Come on guys move your asses.""
>turns back to the changeling, smiling
"Certainly don't want to be late eh?"

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)17:56 UTC-8 No.14492503
Replies: >>14492566 >>14492705 >>14492951

    >>14492379
    >Adjusts gear to check if everything is there
    >Can't be too sure with Sapper's friend around
    "Let's go everyone."
    >Steps to the center

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)17:57 UTC-8 No.14492520

    >>14492379
    >lont sees the general fall asleep
    "You sleep tight then, maybe you can teach a thing or two later."
    >lont walks away
    >he starts making flask of tea, he turns to the warden and sees it point to the centre of the room
    >*sigh*....Fine, cant be that bad."
    >lont walks to the centre and awaits

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)18:00 UTC-8 No.14492566
Replies: >>14492705

    >>14492503
    >Checks over equipment.
    "All set."
    >Falls in right behind Clemency.

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)18:00 UTC-8 No.14492568
Replies: >>14492705

    >>14492379

    "Right then"
    >Starts off toward the Warden
    "Lets go find out what they want."
    "Oh and don't smack any of them"
    >...
    "Or any changelings"

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)18:00 UTC-8 No.14492570
Replies: >>14492705
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    >>14492379
    >Hollow rolls his eyes under his mask, standing up and stretching, ready to go
    >He scribbles another note and passes it to Claren
    "Sorry for being blunt about things Claren, but that's just the way I am."
    >Grinning under his mask, he scribbles another small note
    "If it makes you feel better, I really don't mean anything against her. Besides, im pretty sure shes bi anyway."
    >Hollow stares at Clemency, the invisible grin under his mask growing ever wider

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David Droyberg !f1vueXiQRw 11/11/13(Mon)18:02 UTC-8 No.14492634

    http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HHgxOXEQaFU [Embed]
    New song for thread

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)18:05 UTC-8 No.14492705
Replies: >>14492775 >>14492868 >>14492903 >>14492909 >>14492931 >>14492975 >>14492997 >>14493076

    >>14492494
    >>14492498
    >The General's eyes snap between both of you as she leaps onto the bar, muzzle pulled back in rage.
    "Dropped?! If you don't want to wake up ten days from now, YOU"
    >Shoving a wing towards David
    "Will find a doctor for him, before I decide to send you outside for a fifty mile run! Is that understood?!"
    >You should probably keep note..

    >>14492486
    >The Warden smiles once more placidly, glassy eyes unblinking.

    >>14492503
    >The Warden makes a head-shaking notion to you. It points at McSister, Hollow, Clemency, Jeff, and Filth, then stomps

slightly.

    >>14492566
    >>14492568
    >The Warden nods at you both, seemingly pleased.

    >>14492570
    >Claren glances at the note, expression shifting from curiosity to downright disgust. Her muzzle wrinkles.
    "You do not ask such things of a General, even disgraced. She may be a competitor, but she is not my enemy. Remember

that."
    >Her actions seem to make you think that ponies protect each other.

    >The Warden, once the five and Claren are assembled, stands in the middle of them, head bowing. A slow, deep bolt of

green overtakes them. The Operators disappear with a crackle of static.

    >They find themselves outside the massive, circular Hive. It is raining gently, light cracks of thunder heard in the

distance. The Warden glances up, stomping a hoof in anger, and peers at the two Vanguards to the massive doors. Once more,

the doors swing open, this time much more quietly. It seems they have made repairs, the Operators notice, as the chains boom.

    >The Vanguards step forwards into a trot, covering the short distance. They turn as one, and about face. It seems they're

your honor escort this time.

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Anonymous 11/11/13(Mon)18:08 UTC-8 No.14492775
Replies: >>14492810 >>14492903 >>14493117 >>14493133 >>14493351

    >>14492705
    "Well...where is the nearest medical station ma'am?"
    >I stand there awkwardly
    "We can't all be klutzes like our friend here"
    >points at the goy
    "I do have some vodka to help the wound heal"

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David Droyberg !f1vueXiQRw 11/11/13(Mon)18:09 UTC-8 No.14492810

    >>14492775

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)18:11 UTC-8 No.14492868
Replies: >>14493117

    >>14492705

    >Takes a look around

    "I see you've made some adjustments around here"

    >Turns to the vanguards and the warden

    "well, lets go"

    >Prays to allah that this doesn't go south like the last meeting

    [1d6][1d6][1d6]

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Stitches !SSBXELxF0o 11/11/13(Mon)18:13 UTC-8 No.14492903
Replies: >>14493117 >>14493133 >>14493351

    >>14492705
    mam with all do respect this man is bullshitting you
    roll for negotiation
    [1d6]
    [1d6]
    >>14492775
    don't touch me

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)18:13 UTC-8 No.14492909
Replies: >>14493117
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    >>14492705
    >Well, crunch time
    >Suddenly seeming decidedly more serious somehow, Hollow glances around, attempting to perceive anything of interest
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)18:13 UTC-8 No.14492931
Replies: >>14493011 >>14493117 >>14493133

    >>14492705
    >lont stands there in the middle of the train cabin
    "Well im not complaining i was left behind, but still, i kinda feel left out...."
    >lonts at the fucking rookies and sighs
    "I still haven't eaten yet..."
    >walks up to twisted
    "At ease general, i take care of these fuck-wits."
    [1d6] speech
    [1d6]
    [1d6] leadership
    [1d6]

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Bill !!o6/TUxnhUv2 11/11/13(Mon)18:15 UTC-8 No.14492951

    >>14492503
    >aroused by the gunshot, Bill cautiously enters the car, his rifle in hand.

    >Although intrigued by the giant bug, the other operators seem to have it handled. Upon noticing Stitches bleeding

everywhere he shoulders his rifle, pulls out his medkit and attempts to fix his leg

    [1d6]
    [1d6] - basic medical

    "Razorback Express strikes again I see, Stitches was it?"

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)18:16 UTC-8 No.14492975
Replies: >>14493117

    >>14492705
    >Jeff notices the improvements.
    "Looks like you've been busy."
    [1d6]Perception
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

    >Continue on through the doors.

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)18:17 UTC-8 No.14492997
Replies: >>14493117

    >>14492705

    >Looks at the hive walls
    >The huge gates are a bit mid-evil but meh. Who am I to judge.
    >Look to Claren next to me
    "Stick by me"
    "And lets see some of that Day Guard stalwartness"
    >Looks to see her giving Hollow evil eyes
    "Don't worry about him. Just give him a few mins and he'll switch to a serious personality."

    [1d6]
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

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Kraut Space Wizard !!788XNtDZhr8 11/11/13(Mon)18:18 UTC-8 No.14493011

    >>14492931
    HAHAHAHAHAHA as if anyone can control us, when we want to fight we'll fight

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)18:21 UTC-8 No.14493076
Replies: >>14493117

    >>14492705
    "Well, this is something."

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)18:23 UTC-8 No.14493117
Replies: >>14493158 >>14493170 >>14493207 >>14493237 >>14493238 >>14493256 >>14493313

    >>14492775
    >The dark blue General sighs, serrated blades bristling in the light.
    "Ask one of the Operators. I am no healer."
    >She frowns heavily, scars creasing her muzzle.

    >>14492903
    >Eyeing you, the General snorts.
    "Then someone else can do it."

    >>14492931
    >Turning to LONT, the General considers him carefully.
    "Indeed, please do. I'm tired, and yesterday.."
    >She bites off her words, remembering what happened. Instead of speaking, she leaps off the bar, turning about and

throwing her wings around her. She huffs once and the blades bristle up once more, forming a serrated cone about her.

    >>14492868
    >The Warden nods at you slightly in understanding. He points his horn at the gates. They seem to have been mostly

restored to use.

    >>14492909
    >>14492975

    >The Hive is in much better shape. There are few cracks in it's smooth black and green surface. The Changelings pulling

the gates open look refreshed, ready for work. The Vanguards acting as your escort turn their heads to the Operators slightly

in interest.

    >>14492997
    >The Commander glances up at you, then to the Hive. She seems to relax in the atmosphere, shaking slightly to disperse

the rain as the Operators and Day Guard walk through the gates.
    "They are.. perhaps neutral. Though not perfectly welcoming."
    >One of the massively armored Vanguard's tips it's head to her. She turns her head to regard it silently for a moment.

Considering the atmosphere, she sighs at it's silent urging, and the illusion of a Royal Guard drops. The Vanguard retracts

it's head for a moment in surprise, then peers down to her. It nods.

    >>14493076
    >The Warden glances back as it trots into the entrance of the Hive, giving you a puzzled, blinkless stare. It doesn't

seem to understand.

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Scribbles !quhOzR1Ess 11/11/13(Mon)18:23 UTC-8 No.14493133
Replies: >>14493158 >>14493238

    >>14492931
    >>14492775
    >>14492903
    >Watch as the Op team Disappears in a slash of green light. Mumble to myself something about "bugs" and "2spooky"
    >I can only laugh as a menacing Lonty approaches those two.
    "They have no idea what their in for in Razorback, do they"
    >I sit down at the bar and pour a round of cider for everyone.
    "Well, looks like we're left behind while they get to have all the fun. Who's down for a little R&R?"

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Anonymous 11/11/13(Mon)18:24 UTC-8 No.14493158
Replies: >>14493181 >>14493285

    >>14493117
    "Yeah, thanks ma'am, you are a real life saver."
    >I grab my gun from the ground and reholster it
    >>14493133
    "Hey, are you okay? Sorry about your accident, want me to get you something to drink?"
    >I pull out my vodka bottle

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC 11/11/13(Mon)18:25 UTC-8 No.14493170
Replies: >>14493320

    >>14493117

    >continues to follow the warden into the hive
    >takes a look around to see anything in interest

    [1d6][1d6]

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David Droyberg !f1vueXiQRw 11/11/13(Mon)18:26 UTC-8 No.14493181

    >>14493158

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Hollow Case !!FEMvVzbE8O0 11/11/13(Mon)18:27 UTC-8 No.14493207
Replies: >>14493320
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    >>14493117
    >Hollow follows after the Warden, looking around at everything, but not examining anything in any real detail
    >Although, he does seem to be looking for a certain changeling...
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

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Clemency !f/LjycW0U2 11/11/13(Mon)18:28 UTC-8 No.14493237
Replies: >>14493320

    >>14493117
    >Observes scenery
    >Really looks like everything is made of chitin
    >Interesting quirk of architecture here
    >Roll for perception
    [1d6]

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Stitches !SSBXELxF0o 11/11/13(Mon)18:28 UTC-8 No.14493238

    >>14493117
    >sighs heavily
    "very well then, i think bill is better off ma'am."
    >>14493133
    "sounds like a plan, i need to rest up my leg anyways."
    >hobbles over to bed

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Sgt. Jeff !!g8uMvdJxLC9 11/11/13(Mon)18:29 UTC-8 No.14493256
Replies: >>14493320

    >>14493117
    >Jeff examines the hallway, as well as looking anything else of interest.
    [1d6]
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

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Stitches !SSBXELxF0o 11/11/13(Mon)18:30 UTC-8 No.14493285
Replies: >>14493362

    >>14493158
    "I think you've done enough"
    >I roll over on my bunk, facing the wall

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Mr. McSisterfister !xWBRfzDhh. 11/11/13(Mon)18:32 UTC-8 No.14493313

    >>14493117

    >Watch her drop her spell
    "Might be for the better that you don't wear a disguise in the hive of changelings..."
    >pull flask from belt
    >Take a swig while looking here and there for things that have changed since last I was here

    [1d6]
    [1d6]
    [1d6]

    >Hand the flask down to her
    "Need a drink?"

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PonyStrangler !!jbSTgL8bKDi 11/11/13(Mon)18:32 UTC-8 No.14493320
Replies: >>14493393 >>14493395

    >>14493170
    >The cocoons in the outer sections of the Hive seem to be well tended this time. There are a few small Changelings

stumbling about, larger ones picking up rocks with psychokinesis. They seem intent on becoming productive members.

    >>14493207
    >As you turn about, you notice the Warden regarding Claren with half curiosity, half suspicion looks somewhat familiar.

    >>14493237
    >As you glance up you realize that the chitin forming the outer and inner circles of the hive were collected from dead

Changelings. Even after death their comrades are still watching over them. The 'glue' that seems to be used by the workers

has the same green tinge as the cracked looking joints. It's likely that glue is the blood of their deceased.

    >>14493256
    >There are several covered areas among the outer shell. Larger horned Changelings and massive Vanguards are demonstrating

the proper use of psychokinesis and offensive attacks with their horns and hooves. The younger ones look tired, yet still

enthusiastic.

    >The two Vanguards flanking the Operators step up the pace as they approach the throne room doors.

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The L.O.N.T !e88D3nK6Zk 11/11/13(Mon)18:34 UTC-8 No.14493351

    >>14492903
    >>14492775
    >lont nods to the general in a sign of respect
    "Will do."
    >whirls around on the spot and straightens his beret
    >he shouts like a psycho drill sergeant
    "LISTEN HERE YOU COUPLE OF PIECES OF SHIT! I WILL NOT TOLERATE A BUNCH OF ROOKIES FUCKING AROUND, ESPECIALLY WHEN YOUR

FUCKING WITH EACH OTHER WITH GUNS! I HAVE THE RIGHT IN MIND TO CUT YOU FUCKING OPEN WITH MY MACHETE, TIE YOUR INTESTINES TO

THE BACK OF THE CABOOSE AND KICK YOU OFF THIS FUCKING TRAIN!
    >lont leans into their faces and says in a horrifyingly calm voice
    "I have executed an insubordinate before, and at least HE had some value for the time. Razerback is on thin ice right

now, YOU TWO are on thin ice right now. Watch your step for now on."
Critical Intimidation, partial Speech & Leadership

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Filth !!CpYfdAmLaDC

>>14493320
>To Warden
"Impressive place"

>Begins to get a little nervous as we approach the throne rooms
>allah you little shit, this better work out