"Aicaya, be a dear and hit the Marksman, will you? The Guardian can't block two directions at once." Jet takes out another grenade from his ammo pack, though instead of throwing it over the Guardian, he rears back like a pitcher and hurls it at the Brute. A blue bolt from behind the Guardian flings towards the airborne grenade- and misses. Jet, however, does not. "Eat this!" Even with a controlled spray, it takes a few shots to actually hit the grenade. A lucky shot cuts right into the explosive, detonating the grenade a foot away from the Brute. The shockwave causes the bot to stumble back a little, but it doesn't do very much damage. The Brute shifts a bit so that it's facing Jet and begins to charge up its minigun once more. "Err, that's not good." Aicaya, having completely ignored Jet's advice to attack the Marksman, springs forward and rips the stationary Terra Spike up from the ground, adding the slightest bit to its mass before accelerating it towards the Brute. The bot starts firing towards the inbound spike, but too little, too late- the massive spear of a rock pounds straight into the exposed chest armor of the Brute and even pierces the metal, sending the Brute skidding back and dropping it to its knees.
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Appearance: 6'1", short cut dark blue hair, brown eyes, medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: K12 "Ripper" Carbine [20|170] // Underslung Shotgun [1|10]
---A state of the art carbine rifle, designed to fire normal, AP, or hollowpoint rounds as the situation demands. Moderate to long range, with a 3x scope that can be used as needed. For close quarters combat, it comes with an underslung shotgun, firing flechette rounds.
Secondary Weapon: DefCore MGL [0|1]
---The DefCore MGL (Multiple Grenade Launcher) is the next generation design of the tried and tested revolver style grenade launcher. Capable of firing six grenades without reloading, it allows for the elimination of multiple hostile personnel groups with minimal effort. Additionally, it can accommodate various different grenades types, allowing for a mixed load-out for maximum effectiveness.
Tertiary Weapon: Plasma Torch "Sword"
---A converted plasma cutter that projects a 3' long concentrated plasma "sword" when activated. Can cut through almost anything, given enough time.
Armor: Utataku Robot Helmet (+2 to head protection)
---The hollowed shell of an Utataku ALHPA-1 Security Bot. Well-fitting and very protective.
===Inventory===
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Sociopath (+1 to actions that involve inflicting extreme pain)
-Endorphin Rush (+1 to injuries that would give a -1)
-Charming (+1 to persuasion)
Techniques
Vapor Lance (Water, Single. Forms an extremely high pressured lance of water.)
Torrent Cutter (Water, Directional. Forms an extremely sharp beam of water.)
Conditions

John pops a piece of gum into his mouth so that he can concentrate and ignore the pain of the stab wound. He turns towards the fleeing Support bot, which suddenly stops running as a shot from Mike hits its leg. "Alright, let's try this. Kamaitachi!" Scything blades of air whirl towards the fleeing Support bot (Roll + Wind at my Back = 3) The Support turns and fires two more smoke grenades a few feet in front of itself, disappearing from view. John narrows his eyes as the two Kamaitachi blades slice through the smokescreen, clearing a small path of air, when a third grenade comes out from the cloud- another flashbang. John's dazzled by the explosion, having been staring directly at the grenade when it blew, and his concentration wavers. The Kamaitachi blades dissipate as he realizes that it would just waste ether to try and hit an enemy behind smoke while half-blind. Jackson stands nearby, keeping an eye out for the Assassin.
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Appearance: Goatee.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Barrett TK101 [7|19]
---Based superficially on an old 21st century Anti-Material Rifle, this version has a cut down barrel combined with many improvements in general tech, with the result being an agile, short-to-medium range high-power rifle.
Secondary Weapon: Quasi BF-14 [12|60]
---A basic fully automatic, small caliber repeater.
Tertiary Weapon: Fluted Knife (Accelerates using Air)
---6 inch combat knife designed so that Air can be pushed into it, causing it to vent out the back and speed up.
===Inventory===
-Pack of Gum (5 pieces)
-Multitool
-Medkit (Bandages, morphine syringes, gauze pads, anti-septic cleanser)
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Wind at my Back (+1 to Air Techniques)
---Wind in my Veins (Able to shape and control generated air at will)
-Gum Nom Nom (Chewing gum calms John down and reduces pain)
Techniques
Kamaitachi (Air, Single. Launches scything blades of air at a target.)
Rasenshuriken (Air, Area. Launches a condensed ball of rapidly rotating wind that explodes on contact, creating a sphere of effect where anything inside is slashed to pieces by razor winds.)
Conditions
Stab Wound (Lower back, minor blood loss; -1 to rolls due to pain, -2 to quick movement)

"Need a little help here!" Aicaya shouts as gunfire screams overhead. She hears Jet shout at her to attack the Marksman. Is he insane? she wonders vaguely as bullets chip away her cover. Then, she sees a grenade soar over her, and a shot from the Marksman narrowly misses it. As it gets close to the Brute, a stream of gunfire from Jet triggers the explosive. Though she can't tell how effective it was, the cessation of gunfire makes it clear to Aicaya that it had some effect- then she hears the minigun charging once more, and Jet says, "Err, that's not good." Well, this is as good a chance as any! She springs forward and rips the stationary Terra Spike up from the ground, adding the slightest bit to its mass before accelerating it towards the Brute. The bot starts firing towards the inbound spike, but too little, too late- the massive spear of a rock pounds straight into the exposed chest armor of the Brute and even pierces the metal, sending the Brute skidding back and dropping it to its knees.
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Appearance: Shoulder-length black hair, green eyes, muscular build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: PUSHKA Artillery Cannon [1|21]
---High power long range cannon.
Secondary Weapon: CERBERUS Pile Bunker [2|16]
---Mounted on the back of the left forearm.
Armor: HIBISCUS Heavy Powered Combat Armour (+1 to all defense; +1 to strength)
---Powered armor that is highly durable and offers a great deal of all-around protection. Also increases user strength. Somewhat cumbersome.
===Inventory===
-10 High Explosive shells
-8 Fragmentation shells
-4 Armor Piercing shells
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Target Prediction (+1 to shooting at long range targets)
-Grounded (+1 to defense if stationary)
-Durable (Can carry an increased load)
Techniques
Terra Spike (Earth, Single. Launches a rock spike at the target.)
Terra Shatter (Earth, Directional. Launches a rock spike that then fragments into hundreds of small, razor-sharp rocks, which spread like buckshot. Effective over a wide area.)
Conditions

D raises his shield before triggering his Psycho Mode, an overload of energy that gives him enhanced movement and reaction speeds at the cost of precision. "Let's go!" He runs in a swift arc to the left, intending to go around the Guardian and confront the Marksman, using his shield to block any potential shots. As he gets closer, a shot from the Marksman explodes towards D, who blocks it with a quick swipe of the shield. The Guardian notices and stops its slow advance, gripping his shield tightly and slamming it into the ground. Spikes on the bottom hook into the concrete, forming a defensive blockade. As D gets even closer, the Marksman quickly moves towards the shield-wall, and the Guardian demonstrates a highly impressive speed of its own- without the giant shield to slow it, its movement easily rivals the Striker's. At this distance, the greatsword of the Guardian is incredibly foreboding- easily six feet long, it's made of a blue-grey alloy of some kind and has two incredibly sharp edges. It's likely heavy, but the strong Guardian twirls it as though it's a toy.
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Appearance: 6' dull grey humanoid skeletal cyborg with a red mono-eye.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Custom ZIGER Rotary Autocannon [160|0] (DEPLOYED)
Secondary Weapon: Twin Lens-Based Lasers [5|∞]
Tertiary Weapon: Bladed Shield
===Inventory===
-D-Series Armor Shell (Equipped)
---Heavy armor designed around the D-Series cyborg bodies, made from strong plasteel, they provide strong frontal protection compared to the armor's other parts. Doesn't restrict movement. Has five convenient compartments for storing things. Has Nano Blade Claw Fingers as a last resort weapon.
-Monkey Wrench
---A heavy monkey wrench was one of the first things D-EYE5 found, he's fascinated by its use as a bludgeoning tool and adjustable size.
-Cherry Bombs [20]
---Harmless explosives made for children to play with. Not for human consumption.
-Rotten Sandwich
---Unlucky custodian's uneaten lunch, salami, Swiss cheese, with everything, used to be delicious. A little squishy.
-Case of ZIGER Autocannon Ammo [160]
---Ammo that was actually made for D-EYE5's autocannon!
-Bladed Shield
---An oblong plate made of refined titanium; one side has a very sharp, curved blade
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
Innate Targeting (+1 to ranged attacks)
Defensive Abilities
-Plasteel Chassis (+1 to Defense)
-Nanobot Blood (Auto-repairs damage over time; takes longer to repair more extensive damage)
Techniques
Psycho Mode (Lightning, Self. Overcharge self for increased reaction speed at the significant cost of accuracy of all attacks.)
Conditions
Psycho Mode (Heightened speed and reflexes, decreased precision and accuracy)

Mike takes a few steps back and notices the fleeing Support bot. "Might be an easy target." He raises his rifle and puts the sights to his eyes, then pulls the trigger, sending a heavy caliber shot thundering towards the bot. Sparks fly as the bullet slams into the Support's left leg, causing the bot to stop and regain its footing. Before Mike can take another shot, the bot turns and fires two smoke grenades a few front of itself, casting a cloud of darkness over his position. John's ether attack cuts into the smoke, but fails to find a target.
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Appearance: 5'9"
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Jackson [4|8]
---A heavily modified semi-automatic rifle, derivative of the twentieth century M14. It has a significantly shorter barrel, a forward mounted grip, heavy metal plating, and several gruesome looking blades, enhancing its durability for and usefulness in close quarters combat. It's been re-chambered for the heavier rounds usually found in precision rifles.
Secondary Weapon: I-2 Custom [20|20]
---An older variant of the current standard issue ISC sidearm, it fires the same low velocity ammunition of the new handguns. Fitted with a lighter polymer slide and a shaved down grip, it sacrifices balance and accuracy to make it one of the lightest weapons produced.
Tertiary Weapon: Bayonet blades on Jackson
===Inventory===
-Old Seatbelt
-- I-2 Custom
-- 1 Jackson magazine [5]
-- 1 I-2 Custom magazine [20]
-Backpack (Closed with zippers 'n ♥♥♥♥, so fairly inaccessible. Quite durable, and fireproof)
-- Toolbox (Various low-tech tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire-cutters etc)
-- Flashlight (With spare batteries)
-- 5 Rations
-- Combat Knife
-- Lighter
-- 3 Jackson magazines [5]
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Improvise (+1 to creating and using improvised weapons in combat)
Techniques
Surge (Lightning, Self. Improves muscle reaction and strength in the legs to vastly increase running speed and stamina.)
Conditions
Bandaged Wound (Center of torso; weak spot)

Jackson stands by John, keeping an eye out for the Assassin as John and Mike try in vain to peg the fleeing Support bot.
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Appearance: White skin, dirty blonde hair, orange eyes, roughly 6', medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: JS-319 Shredder [30|0]
---This battle rifle made by Jirachi Systems has plenty of stopping power and accuracy, making it a reliable weapon at long range, but its full-auto fire selection means it's a monster at close range, too.
Secondary Weapon: JS-44 Rhino [6|23]
---A hefty .44 caliber revolver, the Rhino packs an enormous punch and is highly accurate even at long range. It uses special concussive cartridges that explode on contact to combine heavy penetrating power with the high damage of fragmentation.
Tertiary Weapon: Shredder Bayonet
===Inventory===
-M88 Grenades [4]
-Flashlight
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Gunslinger (+1 to reflexes and reaction speed)
Conditions

Jet pulls out his last grenade and sends it rolling towards the Marksman with a silent underhand toss. The grenade rolls steadily forward... until it hits the shield. The giant, highly blast-resistant, grounded shield. "Welp."
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Appearance: 6'1", short cut dark blue hair, brown eyes, medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: K12 "Ripper" Carbine [20|170] // Underslung Shotgun [1|10]
---A state of the art carbine rifle, designed to fire normal, AP, or hollowpoint rounds as the situation demands. Moderate to long range, with a 3x scope that can be used as needed. For close quarters combat, it comes with an underslung shotgun, firing flechette rounds.
Secondary Weapon: DefCore MGL [0|0]
---The DefCore MGL (Multiple Grenade Launcher) is the next generation design of the tried and tested revolver style grenade launcher. Capable of firing six grenades without reloading, it allows for the elimination of multiple hostile personnel groups with minimal effort. Additionally, it can accommodate various different grenades types, allowing for a mixed load-out for maximum effectiveness.
Tertiary Weapon: Plasma Torch "Sword"
---A converted plasma cutter that projects a 3' long concentrated plasma "sword" when activated. Can cut through almost anything, given enough time.
Armor: Utataku Robot Helmet (+2 to head protection)
---The hollowed shell of an Utataku ALHPA-1 Security Bot. Well-fitting and very protective.
===Inventory===
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Sociopath (+1 to actions that involve inflicting extreme pain)
-Endorphin Rush (+1 to injuries that would give a -1)
-Charming (+1 to persuasion)
Techniques
Vapor Lance (Water, Single. Forms an extremely high pressured lance of water.)
Torrent Cutter (Water, Directional. Forms an extremely sharp beam of water.)
Conditions

"OK yeah ♥♥♥♥ this." Deciding to ignore the Support for the moment, John whips out his TK101 rifle and drops to one knee. The Brute is still struggling up when shots start blasting from the rifle. Three bullets slam into the Brute's head and send the bot flat on its ass. "WHY WON'T YOU DIE." As it tries to stand up once more, a fourth shot rips into the exposed chest armor- and right into the reactor core. There's a cascade of blue sparks from the body of the robot as the power source fails. After a few seconds, the Brute is finally laying still. John suddenly hears a large thud right next to him, and jumps when he sees the twitching, de-cloaked body of the Assassin. He turns to see Mike standing with his rifle still partially raised, looking sardonically surprised at his one-hit kill. "Thanks, Mike!"
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Appearance: Goatee.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Barrett TK101 [3|19]
---Based superficially on an old 21st century Anti-Material Rifle, this version has a cut down barrel combined with many improvements in general tech, with the result being an agile, short-to-medium range high-power rifle.
Secondary Weapon: Quasi BF-14 [12|60]
---A basic fully automatic, small caliber repeater.
Tertiary Weapon: Fluted Knife (Accelerates using Air)
---6 inch combat knife designed so that Air can be pushed into it, causing it to vent out the back and speed up.
===Inventory===
-Pack of Gum (5 pieces)
-Multitool
-Medkit (Bandages, morphine syringes, gauze pads, anti-septic cleanser)
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Wind at my Back (+1 to Air Techniques)
---Wind in my Veins (Able to shape and control generated air at will)
-Gum Nom Nom (Chewing gum calms John down and reduces pain for three turns)
Techniques
Kamaitachi (Air, Single. Launches scything blades of air at a target.)
Rasenshuriken (Air, Area. Launches a condensed ball of rapidly rotating wind that explodes on contact, creating a sphere of effect where anything inside is slashed to pieces by razor winds.)
Conditions
Stab Wound (Lower back, minor blood loss; -1 to rolls due to pain, -2 to quick movement)
Gum Nom Nom (Dulled pain [*--])[/b]

Aicaya turns and hauls ass back to the rest of the group before anything can shoot at her.
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Appearance: Shoulder-length black hair, green eyes, muscular build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: PUSHKA Artillery Cannon [1|21]
---High power long range cannon.
Secondary Weapon: CERBERUS Pile Bunker [2|16]
---Mounted on the back of the left forearm.
Armor: HIBISCUS Heavy Powered Combat Armour (+1 to all defense; +1 to strength)
---Powered armor that is highly durable and offers a great deal of all-around protection. Also increases user strength. Somewhat cumbersome.
===Inventory===
-10 High Explosive shells
-8 Fragmentation shells
-4 Armor Piercing shells
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Target Prediction (+1 to shooting at long range targets)
-Grounded (+1 to defense if stationary)
-Durable (Can carry an increased load)
Techniques
Terra Spike (Earth, Single. Launches a rock spike at the target.)
Terra Shatter (Earth, Directional. Launches a rock spike that then fragments into hundreds of small, razor-sharp rocks, which spread like buckshot. Effective over a wide area.)
Conditions

D turns and sprints to the western wall, then quickly reverses his direction, deactivating his Psycho Mode as he does. The Guardian bears down on D as the ZIGER locks on and starts to fire at the charging robot, which is much closer than D had estimated it would be- much closer. There's a flash as the sword, held up in the air at the full length of the robot's arm- the point roughly 20 feet up- swings down like the blade of a guillotine. D's protective chassis (Roll + 1 = 3) is probably the only thing that prevents him from being cut in half as the sword rips into his chest armor, the force of the cut hurling his body back against the wall. The Guardian whirls the sword and prepares for a second slash, when... [Game Events]
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Appearance: 6' dull grey humanoid skeletal cyborg with a red mono-eye.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Custom ZIGER Rotary Autocannon [155|0] (DEPLOYED)
Secondary Weapon: Twin Lens-Based Lasers [5|∞]
Tertiary Weapon: Bladed Shield
===Inventory===
-D-Series Armor Shell (Equipped)
---Heavy armor designed around the D-Series cyborg bodies, made from strong plasteel, they provide strong frontal protection compared to the armor's other parts. Doesn't restrict movement. Has five convenient compartments for storing things. Has Nano Blade Claw Fingers as a last resort weapon.
-Monkey Wrench
---A heavy monkey wrench was one of the first things D-EYE5 found, he's fascinated by its use as a bludgeoning tool and adjustable size.
-Cherry Bombs [20]
---Harmless explosives made for children to play with. Not for human consumption.
-Rotten Sandwich
---Unlucky custodian's uneaten lunch, salami, Swiss cheese, with everything, used to be delicious. A little squishy.
-Case of ZIGER Autocannon Ammo [160]
---Ammo that was actually made for D-EYE5's autocannon!
-Bladed Shield
---An oblong plate made of refined titanium; one side has a very sharp, curved blade
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
Innate Targeting (+1 to ranged attacks)
-Plasteel Chassis (+1 to Defense)
-Nanobot Blood (Auto-repairs damage over time; takes longer to repair more extensive damage)
Techniques
Psycho Mode (Lightning, Self. Overcharge self for increased reaction speed at the significant cost of accuracy of all attacks.)
Conditions
Sliced Chest (Chest armor broken, "Plasteel Chassis" defense bonus negated in chest)

Mike coughs awkwardly and looks around, pretending he didn't just embarrassingly waste ammo, but luckily, nobody is paying attention. He decides to try to do something about the Assassin and looks over to where John is firing at the Brute and Jackson is trying to flush out the Support when he notices a sort of shimmer in the air. Mike blinks and continues to stare at the strange phenomenon, which stays still for a few seconds, then moves slowly forward. "Well, that was easy." He raises his rifle and waits for the Assassin to stop just behind John, then fires toward where he estimates the head to be. Mike's half surprised that the bot drops so easy- the heavy caliber round knocks the Assassin clean off of its feet, with sparks spewing from the huge hole now present in the side of its head. John jumps when he hears the thud of the body right next to him.
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Appearance: 5'9"
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Jackson [3|8]
---A heavily modified semi-automatic rifle, derivative of the twentieth century M14. It has a significantly shorter barrel, a forward mounted grip, heavy metal plating, and several gruesome looking blades, enhancing its durability for and usefulness in close quarters combat. It's been re-chambered for the heavier rounds usually found in precision rifles.
Secondary Weapon: I-2 Custom [20|20]
---An older variant of the current standard issue ISC sidearm, it fires the same low velocity ammunition of the new handguns. Fitted with a lighter polymer slide and a shaved down grip, it sacrifices balance and accuracy to make it one of the lightest weapons produced.
Tertiary Weapon: Bayonet blades on Jackson
===Inventory===
-Old Seatbelt
-- I-2 Custom
-- 1 Jackson magazine [5]
-- 1 I-2 Custom magazine [20]
-Backpack (Closed with zippers 'n ♥♥♥♥, so fairly inaccessible. Quite durable, and fireproof)
-- Toolbox (Various low-tech tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire-cutters etc)
-- Flashlight (With spare batteries)
-- 5 Rations
-- Combat Knife
-- Lighter
-- 3 Jackson magazines [5]
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Improvise (+1 to creating and using improvised weapons in combat)
Techniques
Surge (Lightning, Self. Improves muscle reaction and strength in the legs to vastly increase running speed and stamina.)
Conditions
Bandaged Wound (Center of torso; weak spot)

Jackson pulls out two M88 grenades and hurls them into the smokescreen, about five feet apart. The dual explosion rips apart most of the smoke and reveals the Support, which decides to run forward with its grenade launcher reloaded. Before it can fire, Jackson whips out his Rhino (Roll + Gunslinger = 6) and sends a concussive round directly into the Support's head. The tiny explosion sends the bot staggering back, and two more shots in the same spot nearly blow its head clean off.
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Appearance: White skin, dirty blonde hair, orange eyes, roughly 6', medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: JS-319 Shredder [30|0]
---This battle rifle made by Jirachi Systems has plenty of stopping power and accuracy, making it a reliable weapon at long range, but its full-auto fire selection means it's a monster at close range, too.
Secondary Weapon: JS-44 Rhino [3|23]
---A hefty .44 caliber revolver, the Rhino packs an enormous punch and is highly accurate even at long range. It uses special concussive cartridges that explode on contact to combine heavy penetrating power with the high damage of fragmentation.
Tertiary Weapon: Shredder Bayonet
===Inventory===
-M88 Grenades [4]
-Flashlight
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Gunslinger (+1 to reflexes and reaction speed)
Conditions