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[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

Blood...shifter...forget about the crab...

 

[treave]

The lack of air resistance is exactly why you need to slow down the package before retrieving it, or else it's just going to smash into the bridge in the lulziest salvage operation of all time. If it doesn't hit the ship, it sails off into the distance. It's not like the Kaguya-hime has a giant net it can deploy to catch the crab in. To catch it properly you need a team of construction mechs with the timing, reflexes and strength to do so without getting run over by the crab. Unfortunately you don't have that. In fact, you'd have to go for some of the uber-experienced asteroid drilling crews to find people who can manipulate their construction mechs well enough for such an operation.

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

That thing isn't the size of a regular frame. Even if you can get it there within minutes, you still need to slow it down and load it into the hangar properly, unless you mean to ram your own ship with a flying crab.

why didn't you mention this
this changes everything, there are no other choices available now

RAM THE BLADE SHIP

I suppose that's an acceptable tactic to delay the enemy. Throw the crab at them and run away.

Only then we're risking them recovering the enemy prototype.

Takes 3-4 minutes for our ships to enter the field.

And after which, we don;t give two shits on a popsicle stick, we're within range of covering fire. He/she/it wants to get to us, he/she/it will have to get through he ships and our rifle to get to us.

The reason why we are running with B is because we think she's powered like us. If she is, then covering fire won't matter because - especially in the field - she can dodge it - except for our own fire, which will become a dozen times less accurate once our powers run out. So we will give a lot more than two shits if our powers run out and she's a match or more than a match for us. Because then, she could kill our ships like she did the other 6.

Now, if she isn't our equal, then we should pick A1, but I digress.

 

[treave]

For all we know, he's seen her in action.

If that is so, it would be prudent to ask. The more info Senya has, the more informed a decision he can make regarding how to attack/defend from this ace.

Yup, Grimrock saw the Scarlet Lightning in action in the Battle of Kamabharata a month and a half ago, when he was stationed at the nearby Sin's Eye. That's where the legend really started. In a red Vizala II, the Scarlet Lightning destroyed three Higashi cruisers and two battleships while also tearing up sixteen fighters trying to pursue the frame at the same time, all in the span of fifteen minutes. There haven't been any ships destroyed since, but maybe this battle will add three to the tally...

Grimrock says that though the frame is faster than a normal Vizala II, he attributes the impressive performance more to the Scarlet Lightning's almost preternatural ability to not be where the bullets or beams are. The enemy ace also seems to have a predilection for close combat, utilizing the frame's speed to get in close and fuck things up.

 

[Bloodshifter]

Actually its thanks to the lack that we can grab it without butthurt. Sending the Crab at a measley 10MPH will ensure that the thing will reach us some way down the line whether its 5 minutes or 1 hour we will receive that package if you match the speed that the Hime is moving it would be come even simpler.

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

crab
fixation

For all we know, he's seen her in action.

If that is so, it would be prudent to ask. The more info Senya has, the more informed a decision he can make regarding how to attack/defend from this ace.

Yup, Grimrock saw the Scarlet Lightning in action in the Battle of Kamabharata a month and a half ago, when he was stationed at the nearby Sin's Eye. That's where the legend really started. In a red Vizala II, the Scarlet Lightning destroyed three Higashi cruisers and two battleships while also tearing up sixteen fighters trying to pursue the frame at the same time, all in the span of fifteen minutes. There haven't been any ships destroyed since, but maybe this battle will add three to the tally...

Grimrock says that though the frame is faster than a normal Vizala II, he attributes the impressive performance more to the Scarlet Lightning's almost preternatural ability to not be where the bullets or beams are. The enemy ace also seems to have a predilection for close combat, utilizing the frame's speed to get in close and fuck things up.

B1B1B1B1B1B1!

 

[treave]

Uh, yeah, if you want it to reach in 5 minutes you better send it out at a fast speed. If you're talking about sending it off to some place where the paths will intersect afterwards... well, you can't predict how long the battle will take and if there will be any delays or speed-ups in the ship's trajectory, since there will be bound to be at least some evasive action on part of the warships.

edit: To be fair I'm pretty sure Senya can replicate that feat if he doesn't need to worry about protecting the mothership and has an army fighting alongside him (though the Scarlet Lightning's kills in the battle were solo kills). How the Scarlet Lightning fares against an actual combat frame remains to be seen.

 

[Baltika9]

Grimrock says that though the frame is faster than a normal Vizala II, he attributes the impressive performance more to the Scarlet Lightning's almost preternatural ability to not be where the bullets or beams are. The enemy ace also seems to have a predilection for close combat, utilizing the frame's speed to get in close and fuck things up.

So, as long as we deny the Vizala II it's close combat superiority, we should be fine; suppressive fire should be able to keep it at a distance; especially since I am confident he/she/it will be chasing us all the way to friendly airspace.

And Bloodshifter, I personally want Ean's absorbing the Tre's energy to have lead him to a 24/7/365 non-stop orgy with the nearest located Gieloth, but wanting for something doesn't necessarily make it true. Going after the prototype in this situation is extremely foolhardy.

That, and no one must know of it's existence, lest they create foul imitations of it.

 

[Bloodshifter]

Actually its Dakka Fix but yea... (Machine Gun Arms)

Sounds like an Advanced form of Ice Powers to me...

Or can be Fire Reflexes...

Sigh I won't change my vote but either way I don't think the Cult would be directly involved with this.

Edit: what's the Ships Guns Maximum Range or better yet can we send the Crab on a course to Intercept the Hime in 3 Hours? At Full Retreat speed? And Potentially shoot it should something bad happen?

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

Grimrock says that though the frame is faster than a normal Vizala II, he attributes the impressive performance more to the Scarlet Lightning's almost preternatural ability to not be where the bullets or beams are. The enemy ace also seems to have a predilection for close combat, utilizing the frame's speed to get in close and fuck things up.

So, as long as we deny the Vizala II it's close combat superiority, we should be fine; suppressive fire should be able to keep it at a distance; especially since I am confident he/she/it will be chasing us all the way to friendly airspace.

And once there, our powers run out and we're dead. Unless we use the serum.

treave just gave us a MAJOR hint. Her opperational limit is at least 15 minutes.

 

[Bloodshifter]

And that we are Faster then Scarlet. I still say we Cripple the Carrier.

 

[treave]

You don't know where you'll be heading in 3 hours time, and even if you did you're not sure if you'd be in the proper position to receive the crab in 3 hours time because you won't be travelling at full retreat speed all the time.

edit: Crippling the carrier requires that you fight through the enemy formation to get to it. That's still covered under A.

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

Don't forget that it's an asteroid field. Plenty of things to knock it off-course.

 

[Baltika9]

Don't forget that it's an asteroid field. Plenty of things to knock it off-course.

Good point (although not in the way you meant, I'm sure), we should have enough time to get into Grimrock's covering fire and, after that, have enough room and cover to maneuver to survive the Scarlet Lightning; besides, we're not a slouch at melee ourselves. Really, we should trust Grimrock here, he saw this pilot in action and he is an experienced commander; we'll do fine without the elixir. Think one step ahead, bros, this isn't the last combat engagement we'll see on this outing, we'll need the juice for the reinforcements these guys will bring in.

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

Don't forget that it's an asteroid field. Plenty of things to knock it off-course.

Good point (although not in the way you meant, I'm sure), we should have enough time to get into Grimrock's covering fire and, after that, have enough room and cover to maneuver to survive the Scarlet Lightning; besides, we're not a slouch at melee ourselves. Really, we should trust Grimrock here, he saw this pilot in action and he is an experienced commander; we'll do fine without the elixir. Think one step ahead, bros, this isn't the last combat engagement we'll see on this outing, we'll need the juice for the reinforcements these guys will bring in.

Yes, but does he know about our operational limit? treave?

 

[treave]

We might be the one who gets betrayed in the end.

I have an angst quota to fill.

edit: Your powers aren't widely publicized, so no. If you want to let everyone know that "hey I'm only good for ten to twenty minutes of battle, then I'm deadweight", that's a bit risky no? You never know who might be listening. Besides, he trusts that you can make your own risk factor assessment. Hopefully.

 

[Bloodshifter]

Don't forget that it's an asteroid field. Plenty of things to knock it off-course.

Super Ice Eyes nullify that problem.
Gah there more I want to throw at you but typing on my phone is tiring me (small keyboard).

Also i'd rather not go Hand to Hand with someone who has Fire Reflexes. Keep Scarlet at a distance and Murderizing her Mates seems like a better option.

 

[Baltika9]

We might be the one who gets betrayed in the end.

Yeah, well, after we missed our chance for glory, I am pretty much expecting Kyrie's suitors and family to turn her against us and have her personally discharge us from military service, most likely dishonorably, while getting a cunnilingus by one of her boy-toys, just to rub it in; after which, Senya will go to the nearest dinky bar to drown himself in the hardest scotch (the Scots invented it in this timeline, right? ...right?) they have on offer. And lo and behold, Shulgi is sitting right there in the corner.

"Had enough of playing soldier, kid?"

 

[treave]

I wouldn't really worry about glory if I were you. As I said, there's plenty of chances even after this. In fact, you guys just unlocked a really massive chance at glory just by not going to the cult.

...



It's huge.

 

[Bloodshifter]

SUPRAH CRAB EMPRAH!!!

But in all seriousness I am scared of Sraclet now.

 

[a cut of domestic sheep prime]

Yey, my brothers! The Hole Of Glory is CONFIRMED! Soon all will flock to the Golden Jar!

edit: and by huge, do you mean the size of a sphere, treave?

 

[Baltika9]

I wouldn't really worry about glory if I were you. As I said, there's plenty of chances even after this. In fact, you guys just unlocked a really massive chance at glory just by not going to the cult.

...



It's huge.

Ean, FUCK YEAH!
Coming again, to save the motherfucking day yeah!
Ean, FUCK YEAH!
Masters, your game is through,
Because now you'll have to answer to,
EAN, FUCK YEAH!

...so, did they discover scotch, or no?

 

[treave]

Well, not that big. But it's a big 'un nonetheless.

I seriously haven't thought about scotch. I suppose it would be popular in the northern regions, not in the Empire itself.

 

[Baltika9]

Well, not that big. But it's a big 'un nonetheless.

Mega Space Cthulhu, FUCK YEAH!
So lick my butt and suck on my balls,
Mega Space Cthulhu, Fuck YEAH!
What are you going to do when he comes for you now,
It's the nightmare all they all share, it's a vision of terrible tentacle rape,
FUCK YEAH!

I seriously haven't thought about scotch. I suppose it would be popular in the northern regions, not in the Empire itself.

Scotch is a rather complex and sophisticated drink, in fact it is on par with most high-class wines (some varieties even surpass it, like the Glenlivet 15 and onwards); a captain of Grimrock's demeanor and stature should stock some onboard his ship.
In before Grimrock is Shulgi.

 

[treave]

We don't have telekinesis, but rest assured our AI's done a scan of the thing while we're busy pissing our pants about the SCARLET LIGHTNING. We can go over the data later if we ever want the ISC to start fielding crab armies. We don't exactly have X-ray eyes that can see through everything, so parts of its construction will remain a mystery until we figure out how it works from the data.

edit: They are all Shulgi, actually. He split himself into a shit load of old men for the lulz.