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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)
sos_pilot: by <user name=noimpulsecontrol> (in llama land)

[personal profile] sos_pilot 2020-07-29 06:51 pm (UTC)(link)
"Fish are incredibly boring." Della says suddenly, with all the hatred she can muster. "That should be the saying! Fish in the mud!"
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[personal profile] wyvernmaster 2020-07-29 07:07 pm (UTC)(link)
"... Multi-Bear?" Gerome looked at her confused. Of course he had never heard of such a creature, but it didn't sound the least bit appealing.
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[personal profile] longforgottenpromise 2020-07-29 07:20 pm (UTC)(link)
"Ah." He doesn't understand the words 'Eve' or 'Servamp' but he can understand the concept. They were bound together and their bond was one where Maru fought for Madoka.

"It is good that you are together here."
sunbloom: (That's excellent!)

[personal profile] sunbloom 2020-07-30 12:09 am (UTC)(link)
Despite herself, Itsuki chuckles. "I'm not sure that rolls off the tongue as easily, but maybe it'll catch on. As long as we don't end up on a world of sentient fish."
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[personal profile] achickenformylove 2020-07-30 01:37 am (UTC)(link)
"He is. He takes after his uncle, but he knows how to show kindness to others."

Get the feeling he doesn't like the uncle? If you guessed that, you would be right.

"Nearly every sect trains their disciples at least in those two arts. Members of the gentry also practice finer arts and learn to ride horses. Some, like my sect, also train all disciples music since that is our specialty. People are generally appreciative of the assistance. Those without golden cores have little they can do aside from put up talismans and stay inside their property after dark."

If he had known there was a question, WangJi would have clarified about rogue cultivators.
laurefindil: (Smile)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:19 am (UTC)(link)
He shook his head. "Lembas keeps forever, and you only need a bite or two to fill you up, unless you are secretly a Hobbit," he said with a wink. "I started baking at night after the last group of new passengers so I would have enough, just in case. Hungry people can be a danger to themselves and others." Plus, he enjoys the baking and doing things for his friends and Team mates.

"I hope it is to your taste. If it is not, feel free to trade or give it away. I will not be offended," Glorfindel assured her.
laurefindil: (Smile)

Wrap?

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:23 am (UTC)(link)
Glorfindel nodded. If people said they would be fine, he believed them, until and unless they proved themselves wrong.

"If you need anything else, feel free to ask. I brought a little extra food, just in case, as well," he said with a grin.
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[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:26 am (UTC)(link)
"Absolutely," Glorfindel said with a firm nod. He waited for Ichigo to get started using a combination of the SCA's location beacons, the 3D map, and his own powers to keep tabs on the other as he headed forward.

[ooc: thread or handwave?]
laurefindil: (Smile)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:32 am (UTC)(link)
"Is that what you would prefer for missions?" Glorfindel asked. "I ask because I don't sleep as much as a human, so I have more spare time on my hands." He grinned at that. "If you have any special requests, you need only ask."
laurefindil: (Smile)

Wrap?

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:34 am (UTC)(link)
"I hope that is the case and they did not end up in the Laboratories that blew up," Glorfindel said.

"If you hear anything, please let us know. We'll also keep you informed," he said with a smile.
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[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:42 am (UTC)(link)
"But isn't a deep red glow hotter?" Glorfindel asked with an arched brow and a covering grin.

So secret that Tolkien didn't dare write about it!

Where would the best place to explore that... "But never toss a Dwarf," Glorfindel warned. "I heard from Legolas that they get very testy. And you are rather tall, should I make it two Hobbits in a grey cloak?"

"You never know what a monster's weakness is. Could be their sweet tooth," he said nodding wisely. "Then, there you are, covered in slightly sweetened monster goo. Very sad."

Glorfindel grinned back. "Deal!"

"I don't know! You never told me!" Now the look was pure innocent, though the wicked grin lurked.
laurefindil: (Smile)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:47 am (UTC)(link)
"I prefer to be prepared, since the Train briefing did not get specific. Here," he handed over a small packet. "It's Lembas, a journeybread that Elves eat whenever we travel. It's quite filling, very nutritional, and can boost the spirit as well as the body. That should be enough for a week."

He watched Red offload. Next would be Blue, then finally them.
laurefindil: (Green)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:52 am (UTC)(link)
"We can talk about it more after the mission. Maybe, if the Valar are willing, I may bring a friend or two along as well, if you don't mind?" Glorfindel was certain that, no matter how satisfying the peace, there were other elves who would start to yearn for a little adventure, as well.

"Though I am sorry you feel the need to recruit help, because that means your world is not at peace, correct?" he asked.
laurefindil: (Smile)

Wrap?

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:55 am (UTC)(link)
Glorfindel reached out and ruffled the other's hair, then petted it back down. "You do that. You probably should get going, I think your team disembarks next. Unless you and she decided to go with Purple this time?"
laurefindil: (Smile)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 03:57 am (UTC)(link)
"Absolutely," Glorfindel said. "There are Nerdanel, her husband Feanor, their son Curufin, and their nephew Fingon. And me," he said with a grin. "Are there others from your world?"
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[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 04:04 am (UTC)(link)
Glorfindel shook his head, his hair bobbing a little as it was bound up by the gold bangles, to keep it contained on the mission. "I do beg your pardon. The second is the right option for ME," he stressed, putting a hand to his chest. "But you are allowed to make your own decisions here. Though if someone you trusts, like your older self, or Mr Stark, offers an opinion, you can make the choice they recommend, of course."

"I was just thinking that, for a young lady like yourself with a finely developed sense of curiosity, knowing you can go along for now, and at any time, change your mind and come back to the Train, might be appealing and, help with the immediate issue," he said.
laurefindil: (Smile)

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 04:13 am (UTC)(link)
"Perhaps you just need to find someone you trust then to help you. Someone who isn't likely to be hurt if you wake up violent. There are several of us like that on the Train," he pointed out.

"But, for now, if you like," Glorfindel took a look around, "I can make sure this area stay clear for a couple of hours, if you'd like to take a nap. No one near means no one to get hurt."
laurefindil: (Green)

Wrap? Or will he suddenly need to stop being four people?

[personal profile] laurefindil 2020-07-30 04:15 am (UTC)(link)
Glorfindel's look did not subside, but he nodded in agreement. "Please do."
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[personal profile] wisdominshadows 2020-07-30 04:23 am (UTC)(link)
"Nothing yet," she tells him, keeping her frustration to a minimum. Or at least trying.

"It's almost as though it flits away, every time I try to reach out."
Edited 2020-07-30 04:24 (UTC)
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[personal profile] wisdominshadows 2020-07-30 04:46 am (UTC)(link)
"They are," she agrees, trying to hide her frustration.

"They have the look of quicksilver, and are just as good at shying away from examination."
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[personal profile] strawberryprotector 2020-07-30 04:56 am (UTC)(link)
[ooc: We could thread it or wrap it?]
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[personal profile] strawberryprotector 2020-07-30 04:58 am (UTC)(link)
Ichigo shook his head at that. "Nope, just me. Though that might be a good thing. Most of the people I know are pretty...violent."
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[personal profile] strawberryprotector 2020-07-30 05:11 am (UTC)(link)
"I can tell you the whole story over some food, even."
madcuriosity: (It's all so complicated)

[personal profile] madcuriosity 2020-07-30 05:49 am (UTC)(link)
"My apologies as well, sir," she felt bad. "I don't know what the right option is for me. I've never been in situations like this before. This place... this train, why pick people who have never done things like this before?"

She blushed at his mention of her curiosity. "I suppose I just... have to figure it out when everything happens. Is it bad to not have a plan?"
adregem: (when is his thinking cap off?)

[personal profile] adregem 2020-07-30 06:06 am (UTC)(link)
"The more the merrier, I say. I'm sure you keep good company. I trust you won't bring in elves who're afraid of a little elbow grease?" Because hey, while the citizenship in his kingdom is technically an easy affair, they are smaller than other nations. There's still a lot of work to be done, and everyone has to pitch in! But Roland has a feeling this won't deter Glorfindel, or anyone else he associates himself with. There's an easy sort of faith he grants to Glorfindel, and it's a feeling Roland doesn't try to hide or fight.

"...Well, it's getting there. Maybe with a little extra help, we'll finally be able to give Evan a kingdom where everyone can live happily ever after." That wasn't a lie. With almost all the major nations signed under their Declaration of Interdependence, the rest of the world didn't seem as daunting. But his own world, the one where he was taken from -

- no, Glorfindel didn't need to know the sorry state of affairs in his actual birthplace.
Edited 2020-07-30 06:06 (UTC)