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VoidTrecker Express Mods ([personal profile] voidtreckermods) wrote in [community profile] middleofsomewhere2020-07-09 04:39 am

Deep Dweller: Start

After the dreams some of the voidtreckers report on day Four of Grasshopper those that have been on the train for a little while will be expecting what comes the next day. Their SCA's glow with the colour of the void and a holographic image will appear.

Preparations and Arrival

As promised the dressing carriage is opened for optional extras. There are flight suits, similar to those they wore into space but without the helmets. There are instead hard hats and some basic climbing gear as well as bags to put supplies in. There are even a few red tents if any of those planning on tackling red's mission want to grab one, they hold six people in two inner compartments and are relatively easy to put up and take down.

They have a few hours of preparation before the announcement comes. Soon approaching system #789327772. Planet Terra. Drop order: Orange, Red, Blue, Purple. Orange to doors. Leaving the void in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one. A sharp jerk, a judder and the view from the window changes from the void to dark cloudy skies and very red sand.

They land smoothly, and indeed it seems they have landed on train tracks. A few moments later they pull up outside a huge metal and glass building.

Orange Team

Arrival

Jumping down from the train they will find themselves outside large metal gates. Noticable is the spotlights that shine even in the day time, reflecting oddly off the red sand. It is hot and dry outside, a slight breeze sending red dust rolling around their feet.

The gates aren't locked. There is no lock though they will notice devices that are probably security cameras. The doors are glass and inside is light and airy. They enter into a large lobby, a large circular desk in the centre and a glass walled waiting room to the side.

It is empty. No people at all. All the lights are on. Time to explore.

Exploration

Going up two floors and down five the lab is large and full of all manner of interesting things. Scientific equipment, monitoring stations measuring chemical levels in the air, temperature, water levels. Where to even start is a good question. The lights remain on, which might be annoying at night.

Red Team

Arrivals

Red team to doors. The train continues travelling along the train tracks, looking out the windows they will see endless rolling red sand. Factories rising up from the ground, dotted across the landscape. As the train gets close the air outside seems hazier, through the fumes. They may even see in the distance, strange silver floating orbs.

Eventually it pulls up at a station. Just a raised block really, but easy enough for red team to disembark.

The land stretches out around them. Train tracks criss cross the surface but apart from that there don't seem to be any boundaries. No fences, roads or sign posts.

It won't take them long to find the first orbs, strange silvery spheres and seem almost liquid, until they are not.

Night Time

It grows dark quickly after sunset here, which might take them by surprise. Taking them more by surprise however may be the scraping, scuttling noises in the dark. Skittering close. There is no light out here on the surface, they are far away from the research facility that Orange found themselves in.

If anyone manages to catch a glimpse they will see grey, long limmbed creatures. They shy away from light but anyone in the dark is likely to be attacked. They fight with claws and teeth.

When the sun rises they are gone.

Blue Team

Arrival

Blue team to doors. The train continues across the landscape, passing more orbs, just floating there silently. It stops at the entrance of a cave.

The cave slopes downwards into darkness and soon turns into small tunnels. They don't need to go far when they meet the first ground of Gry. A group of young Gry, practising with spears in an wider section of cave.

Despite being very surprised at the sudden visitors no weapons are pointed at the voidtreckers, instead they are met with curiosity. They are soon led further into the tunnels and soon come to the living areas.

The Gry lead simple lives but they are all pretty fascinated to see their visitors and will allow them to look around their home and answer any questions they have.

Night Time

Most of the Gry sleep in a large communal sleeping area and the Voidtreckers are welcome to join them, though the Gry won't be insulted if they choose to seek out a more private area.

If the Voidtreckers awake in fear in the night, after strange dreams they will find they are not alone. Many of the Gry have awoken too and will reassure the Voidtreckers, tell them it is an honour to communicate with The Burrower.

Purple

Arrival

Purple team to doors. The train continues on the tracks and soon enters a tunnel itself. It's a bit of a bumpy trip, this train was clearly not made for warren systems but after some uneasy twists and turns they pull to a stop.

They are at a train station, not that it's easy to see because it is pitch black. But it is clear there are people around, some looking very confused at the very odd train.

Once the last of those going on the mission leave the train it speeds off into the darkness.

The Terran's are large and tower over most of the voidtreckers but they are friendly enough, if a little confused, once it is explained that they are here to help. They will be led over towards the collapsed section of city.

There is a lot of activity. People digging at rubble, others using their sheer size and strength to hold up beams. There is an array of rescue equipment and a group of official-looking Terran's holding large devices that are comparable to a tablet-computer and discussing solutions.

There is plenty to do to help, smaller rubble to clear, injured people to tend to. Worried Terran's to calm and reassure. Those brave enough can volunteer to use their smaller size to help get supplies through to those trapped and those with any scientific know how, great strength or magic can put their skills to good use.

Rest Time

Throughout the day people are rescued and other parts of the tunnels stabilised. There is more work to be done but the Terran's seem to be working in shifts and they will encourage their surprise allies to rest as well. They will offer to host them.

They live in large groups and will happily invite the voidtreckers into their homes. They will be curious about the voidtreckers but will also answer questions. Telling them about the strange storm and the collapse of the tunnels. They are urged to sleep early and the next day it will be back to work.

(OOC: Information is here)
adregem: (look let me apologize.)

[personal profile] adregem 2020-07-13 02:03 pm (UTC)(link)
As soon as they reach the site itself, with Terrans hustling to get people out of the crash site, it becomes painfully obvious that they'll need to jump into action right away. Roland stops abruptly and turns to Kitty, one hand gesturing to himself.

"What about someone like me? Would you be able to take me with you when you phase? A buddy system might help you work faster and safer."
voidtreckernpcs: (gry)

[personal profile] voidtreckernpcs 2020-07-13 02:21 pm (UTC)(link)
Yeah. People. [ Guess what Gry translates to! Kaseri is going good work, the Gry soon calms from her social anxiety. ]

Oh, you get your own visions? I guess it doesn't really make sense to say yours aren't complicated... I'm dreaming about scary things too, so-- [ She hits what's probably a site refresh shortcut for the tenth time, and perks up at a response.

...

And then wilts. ]
Ugh, it's those stupid Terran trolls again.
adregem: (chin up kid.)

[personal profile] adregem 2020-07-13 02:26 pm (UTC)(link)
He isn't really sure how the Terrans are looking at them, but whatever doubts they may have cast on this group of Voidtreckers, Roland watches as Inigo expertly smiles his way through the careful intrigue. The boy was warm and inviting in all aspects, and he was already a witness to that spirit himself when he was first brought on the platform. So he crosses his arms with a quiet expression, happy to let Inigo take the lead on getting relevant information.

As soon as all was said and done, Roland fell back into stride with Inigo, with a bunch of Terrans leading them further down an intricate system of tunnels that looked vaguely like a railway system underground. It seems as though they were still a little ways away, so he turns to Inigo for conversation while they still had the downtime.

"I'm impressed. You're always so friendly, even with strangers." Roland affirms kindly. "It's a good skill to have in life, knowing how to talk to people."
luckydragonsfoot: (nyh-)

[personal profile] luckydragonsfoot 2020-07-13 02:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Yeah- they're uh...not really common where I'm from though. Th' only other person I know who did get 'm only got 'm because 'f a magic object even!

Hones'ly 'f it wasn' f'r th' fact that I'm used t' some kinda dream going on, I'd probably 've wondered what th' hell jus' happened, [he admits.]

They're not always scary at least- but normally when they are, somethin' importan's comin' up so-

[He cuts off as his new friend wilts, and winces.] Geeze. In'ernet's th' in'ernet wherever it is huh...guess that figures, [Katsuya huffs.] I'd ask 'f it's at leas' somethin' y' can laugh at, but we ain' 'xactly talkin' about anythin' that's a laughin' matter.

[He'd sure be ready to deck someone if they tried saying it was a laughing matter at least.]
adregem: (i've got it under control believe it or)

[personal profile] adregem 2020-07-13 02:34 pm (UTC)(link)
Roland nods. "Another time, then. I'm sure it's quite a tale." For now, they had a mission to accomplish. He offers his hand to shake, and introduces himself right back. "Pleasure's mine. Roland Crane."

He taps his earbuds, already in place. "Do you have a pair of these from the music car? If you do, I can help you connect it wirelessly to your SCA so you can communicate faster. Won't do video though, but that's fine."
iamnotgod: Webmind projecting a smile. The robot is wearing an orange hoodie. (A smile!)

[personal profile] iamnotgod 2020-07-13 02:37 pm (UTC)(link)
"You are going with Blue Team, then?" Webmind surmised.

"Then you will be meeting a new species, among other things. Treat them with respect much as you would any of those here, and you should fare well."

Assuming they weren't secretly the hostiles!
unfavorableinstigation: Nita working with a Kernel (Wizardry Is Kid Stuff)

Hmm. Wrapping this one, maybe?

[personal profile] unfavorableinstigation 2020-07-13 02:42 pm (UTC)(link)
Nita looks briefly curious about the Gry's hand-gesture, but if she's not looking to volunteer the information then learning more can wait until tomorrow.

"Exactly," she says.

"But for now... is there anything else you want to talk about? That will make getting back to sleep easier, I mean."
alchemists: (heavy books)

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[personal profile] alchemists 2020-07-13 03:38 pm (UTC)(link)
It took a bit of time for Elfnein to arrive but she's here and ready to help move things.

"Hello?"
alchemists: (console)

Re: Asked!

[personal profile] alchemists 2020-07-13 03:39 pm (UTC)(link)
"Ok, I'll set my timer to thirty seconds, is there anything else we need to make sure of?"
alchemists: (look I'm useful)

[personal profile] alchemists 2020-07-13 03:41 pm (UTC)(link)
The rope and harnesses are for climbing, you have to make sure there's different points while climbing that get stakes and other supports so you don't fall right away.
iamnotgod: Webmind projecting a smile. The robot is wearing an orange hoodie. (A smile!)

Re: Asked!

[personal profile] iamnotgod 2020-07-13 03:45 pm (UTC)(link)
"That we can barricade and-or flee these rooms quickly, though we can put that need down as secondary," Webmind remarks.

"My timer is set. Beginning countdown on your mark, Elfnein."
enthunder: (think ☇ or ignore)

[personal profile] enthunder 2020-07-13 03:55 pm (UTC)(link)
Given that her own injuries are likewise just torn fabric at this point, she gets it. Or, nods like she does, anyway. Ugh. It makes her want to offer to do some healing, but ...she knows when she's beat. And when she's not necessary, even. What a nice feeling.

"Didn't realise just how good it'd be to have more medics," she admits, after making a mildly concerned but ultimately incomprehensible noise at his arm. "Going out alone would've been real stupid if it'd been last mission's team."
kumoko: (determination!!)

<3

[personal profile] kumoko 2020-07-13 04:14 pm (UTC)(link)
For all of the noise the spider was making, she's only actually managed to move that one desk. Which, she thinks, is an achievement, given that it's a desk for giants!! Still to go is the chair - also sized for a Terran - and a large, empty shelving unit. The contents of the shelves are in a jumbled mess in one corner.

She found it like that, okay?

Okay. Look, the important thing is the door just visible behind the shelves.

"Welcome!" Is the tablet chirp that Elfnein receives. "Chair next?"
happyends: (when i look back)

[personal profile] happyends 2020-07-13 04:19 pm (UTC)(link)
"Darkness..?" Madoka seems to need a slight moment to take in the information, still sluggish, but then nods. "I.. there was fire. Just fire everywhere.. It was burning everything."

She rubs her arms a little, looking uneasy even as she talks about it. If it had just been a normal nightmare, that would have been one thing. But if they're all having bad dreams, then it feels weirdly prophetic. And Madoka sure doesn't like that when all the dreams are nightmares.

"Do you think it's a sign of something bad, Mami-san..?"
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[personal profile] kumoko 2020-07-13 04:23 pm (UTC)(link)
[ Luckily they're talking via text, so SXT-2 doesn't hear the god-awful screeching of a huge desk being dragged across the floor.

Unluckily, she's doing this in the office right next to reception, so SXT-2 does, in fact, hear the screeching. ]


I'm a bit busy >>>>_<<<<. Give me the short version. [ And, because they're about to get caught in a positive feedback loop, ] I trust you!
blitzcheer: (and i can barely breathe)

[personal profile] blitzcheer 2020-07-13 04:25 pm (UTC)(link)
It was stupid anyway. ...but Tidus isn't going to reiterate his concern about that in the end when he hadn't put as much fight into her going in the first place. Next time he will, since there can be a next time.

"Well, we get more points and we can breathe easier with healing even more. Long as the train's feeling generous." But even his grumbling now is halfhearted; it's been a long night, talking for talking's sake. "What did you find out there? Anything?"
callmegladio: (Default)

[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 04:29 pm (UTC)(link)
"No idea." Gladio replied honestly and gave a small shake of his head. "It's a safe bet though." He would have maybe gone for a more reassuring route, had it been anyone else but Ple Two. And while his tone still remained deep and calming, he was being a lot more honest. He knew she wouldn't appreciate being babied.

"Can you tell me what happened? Some have said they've it was darkness, walls closing in... A feeling of fear? Did you get that?"
callmegladio: (Default)

[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 04:31 pm (UTC)(link)
Glario just laughed. "That's easy. Just knock em down, pin em, tie their hands behind their back, tie their legs, thread the rope through them both and yank it tight." In simple terms of course. And best not to ask HOW Gladio knew how to do that!
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[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 04:32 pm (UTC)(link)
"... You're not telling me you had battle ready bunnies back home, are you?" Please don't ruin his image of cute, fluffy bunnies, Glorfindel! You'll make him so sad.
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[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 04:35 pm (UTC)(link)
Gladio moved his other hand, the light of his SCA had been dimmed by covering it with his sleeve so that he didn't disturb the others, but it allowed for a dim glow that allowed him to see enough in the darkness. He dropped his hand in his lap and smiled when Romeo leaned against his arm like that.

"How do you get your spirits up? Maybe I can help?" He offered, and really hoped after he said it that it didn't mean something like dancing around like a madman.
aluciner: (and the place you need to reach)

[personal profile] aluciner 2020-07-13 04:39 pm (UTC)(link)
As fine as I can be, under the circumstances.

[Okay. Okay, he can be Gansey for a second here and put together some braincells. He cranks the brightness on the flashlight all the fucking way up and keeps it focused on the monster he's dealing with. That is not what his first thought would have been here but it's working? It's working.]

Do you have - [He sweeps the beam of the flashlight up as he turns to ask Scintilla something, catching the monster in the eyes and making it shatter.] What the fuck!
enthunder: (snark ☇ mlia)

[personal profile] enthunder 2020-07-13 04:43 pm (UTC)(link)
"Just more of the same. Red sand, hatches, industrial equipment... and plenty more of these stupid orbs."

Ah, which reminds her. She stops, and indicates back to where she dropped the pipes. "Took apart a machine scaffolds on the way out. Figured we could use 'em... doesn't matter now, I guess."
blitzcheer: (in the endddd)

[personal profile] blitzcheer 2020-07-13 04:50 pm (UTC)(link)
Tidus stops when she does, and then linger where the pipes were left behind. Sure, they might not be any good for now, but-

"Want me to give them to Toby, the bald guy? He seems like he'd know what to do with them."

...which was an assumption on Tidus's part than knowing the guy that well. But, well. Light could correct him.
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[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 05:02 pm (UTC)(link)
Gladio chuckled as he lifted a hand and dropped it it atop Madoka's head.

"You think I'm amazing? I'm flattered. Just know I'm here for you if and when you need me. I'll never be too far away." He promised with an easy smile. He'd already planned to keep an eye on her after all. He just hadn't said anything for fear she might be unhappy at the implication she was too much of a child to look after herself. Gladio was more than confident that she could hold her own. "... I'll back you up when you need me, Princess."
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[personal profile] callmegladio 2020-07-13 05:04 pm (UTC)(link)
"What?" Gladio looked down at his own flight suit and gave the guy a funny look. "Uh, my underclothes are on under these. These are just 'clothes'." Right? He was pretty sure he was right. Unless Wei Wuxian wasn't wearing any actual underclothes and then, he supposed on a technicality, his flight suit could be considered underclothes...