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lucetilogs2012-02-20 10:25 pm
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Mission # 2 - Desert Survey
Who: Daisy, Haruhi Suzumiya, Mega Man, Cho Hakkai, Aether, Amelia, Ginia, and Saber
What: MISSION # 2 - Desert Survey
When: February 21st to 25th
Where: Unexplored Desert Region
Summary: An eight-man team has been selected to explore a desert regions on the outskirts of controlled Malnosso and cultist territory.
Eight Luceti volunteers arrive on the outskirts of the desert at approximately nine in the morning. Starting out at a security outpost, the place look antiquated compared to usual Malnosso technology. Dusty and quiet, the place seemed lax on security. However the overworked and ragged looking scientist that met them informed them that it would be unwise to try and escape. A new kind of 'Shift Tracking Satellite' had recently been launched. It possessed the ability to pinpoint marked individuals with artificial Shifts. "In the desert," he added coldly. "That would be very, very bad."
They were provided with a map of the outskirts of the area and the instructions on how they hoped to have it filled in. Mega Man in particular was outfitted with electronic equipment that could be tracked by the satellite. "Why can't the satellite track it?" the supplier asked out loud, before anyone else could. "Something about this place futzes with the photographs. All we get is static." The device, at least, would give them an idea of where they were compared to where they started. As long as they didn't lose it, they shouldn't get lost. "After all," the supplier added grimly. "All you've got out there is the sun."
Supplied to them were two jeeps, both of which looked like they had seen better days. Extra gas cans were provided for them, as well as ample water and food. They were cautioned that they would need to ration it and to make sure that wild animals didn't find their way into it at night. Other supplies, such as tents, desert-appropriate clothing, medical supplies, cooking gear, and so on were also included in the rear of the jeeps. They were finally instructed to return to this spot before the twenty-fifth was over. The scientist, finally returning to see them off, warned them that they did not want to be caught out in the desert once the Natural Shifts returned.
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- No notable destinations will be found within the first day, though if they remain on a consistent path, they may reach a canyon like area, which will require them finding a way across.
- The first night will be jarring. The sky will be completely black, save for the Moon itself. There is not a single star, nor any indication of cloud cover suggesting that they might be veiled. At best, they might spot the faint light of the satellite mentioned before.
- At night, some solitary Shift Hunters might come across them. These vicious beasts are difficult to kill and absolutely vicious. The only way to kill them is to behead them. They stink of burnt, rotting flesh.
- A sandstorm will blow through during the second day, lasting roughly thirty minutes. They'll need to find a way to wait it out.
- They have the option of finding one of three locations during the time span:
1. TO THE NORTH - A clear open horizon awaits the north, the path is seemingly easy, but the sandy terrain may prove difficult for the vehicles.
WHAT'S THERE? The ruins of a lost temple. It is long abandoned and half buried by now, but they will come across symbols that are cultist in origin. The writing is not in their usual metaphorical language and provides some insight into their past.
2. TO THE EAST - Requires crossing a rocky canyon, which may limit how far they can survey. It will take an estimated extra six hours just to find a crossing.
WHAT'S THERE? A Malnosso fortress set up roughly fifty years ago. It's buried in the sand, but the inside remains mostly untouched. Inside the fortress includes notes collected about the region, discussion of Natural Shifts, and some insight on the development and limitations of the droids.
3. TO THE SOUTH - Following along the canyon on a rocky terrain is an easy bet, but the ground is unstable and often narrow, making the trip dangerous.
WHAT'S THERE? A cultist camp, located roughly fifty miles out of their usual territory. There's no use reasoning with them and the only option is to either try to avoid their notice or just fight them off. There is roughly two dozen among their numbers, with two Elites and one Shifter among that number. There's not any information to be found, but they do have hostages waiting to be sacrificed.
If your character is on the mission, vote for a direction that the party will ultimately reach using that character's journal. Remember, they have no IC way of knowing what they'll find! It's more a matter of what sort of path they would choose for themselves. Only the eight characters in this log may vote. Once an option has been picked, I'll reveal what they discover.
EDIT: IT'S RIGHT HERE
(ooc: You can continue to use this post to plot and discuss anything you need to!)
What: MISSION # 2 - Desert Survey
When: February 21st to 25th
Where: Unexplored Desert Region
Summary: An eight-man team has been selected to explore a desert regions on the outskirts of controlled Malnosso and cultist territory.
Eight Luceti volunteers arrive on the outskirts of the desert at approximately nine in the morning. Starting out at a security outpost, the place look antiquated compared to usual Malnosso technology. Dusty and quiet, the place seemed lax on security. However the overworked and ragged looking scientist that met them informed them that it would be unwise to try and escape. A new kind of 'Shift Tracking Satellite' had recently been launched. It possessed the ability to pinpoint marked individuals with artificial Shifts. "In the desert," he added coldly. "That would be very, very bad."
They were provided with a map of the outskirts of the area and the instructions on how they hoped to have it filled in. Mega Man in particular was outfitted with electronic equipment that could be tracked by the satellite. "Why can't the satellite track it?" the supplier asked out loud, before anyone else could. "Something about this place futzes with the photographs. All we get is static." The device, at least, would give them an idea of where they were compared to where they started. As long as they didn't lose it, they shouldn't get lost. "After all," the supplier added grimly. "All you've got out there is the sun."
Supplied to them were two jeeps, both of which looked like they had seen better days. Extra gas cans were provided for them, as well as ample water and food. They were cautioned that they would need to ration it and to make sure that wild animals didn't find their way into it at night. Other supplies, such as tents, desert-appropriate clothing, medical supplies, cooking gear, and so on were also included in the rear of the jeeps. They were finally instructed to return to this spot before the twenty-fifth was over. The scientist, finally returning to see them off, warned them that they did not want to be caught out in the desert once the Natural Shifts returned.
--
- No notable destinations will be found within the first day, though if they remain on a consistent path, they may reach a canyon like area, which will require them finding a way across.
- The first night will be jarring. The sky will be completely black, save for the Moon itself. There is not a single star, nor any indication of cloud cover suggesting that they might be veiled. At best, they might spot the faint light of the satellite mentioned before.
- At night, some solitary Shift Hunters might come across them. These vicious beasts are difficult to kill and absolutely vicious. The only way to kill them is to behead them. They stink of burnt, rotting flesh.
- A sandstorm will blow through during the second day, lasting roughly thirty minutes. They'll need to find a way to wait it out.
- They have the option of finding one of three locations during the time span:
WHAT'S THERE? The ruins of a lost temple. It is long abandoned and half buried by now, but they will come across symbols that are cultist in origin. The writing is not in their usual metaphorical language and provides some insight into their past.
2. TO THE EAST - Requires crossing a rocky canyon, which may limit how far they can survey. It will take an estimated extra six hours just to find a crossing.
WHAT'S THERE? A Malnosso fortress set up roughly fifty years ago. It's buried in the sand, but the inside remains mostly untouched. Inside the fortress includes notes collected about the region, discussion of Natural Shifts, and some insight on the development and limitations of the droids.
WHAT'S THERE? A cultist camp, located roughly fifty miles out of their usual territory. There's no use reasoning with them and the only option is to either try to avoid their notice or just fight them off. There is roughly two dozen among their numbers, with two Elites and one Shifter among that number. There's not any information to be found, but they do have hostages waiting to be sacrificed.
If your character is on the mission, vote for a direction that the party will ultimately reach using that character's journal. Remember, they have no IC way of knowing what they'll find! It's more a matter of what sort of path they would choose for themselves. Only the eight characters in this log may vote. Once an option has been picked, I'll reveal what they discover.
EDIT: IT'S RIGHT HERE
Poll #9595 Where to?
Open to: Registered Users, detailed results viewable to: All, participants: 6
Choose Thy Direction
(ooc: You can continue to use this post to plot and discuss anything you need to!)
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[She glances up at the sky as well, also frowning.] Eerie, isn't it.
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[She laughs quietly and takes another sip of tea, staring off a bit into the desert.]
It's unlikely, but I won't write off projection just yet. Just makes me wonder what might really be out there. That eternal question.
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Every draft had stars. Our barrier has starts. This unexplored area does't. No, it stands to reason everything else was a projection and this one is real.
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Only a thought, Haruhi, not a set opinion. Though it does beg the question of why this place is starless.
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