"Meh, I've got some errands to run first." Jet turns to his UNADA to search for any training facilities for Ether abilities as well as put his Plasma Torch (Sword) on the market, but like D, he encounters a suddenly slow 'net and has no choice but to wait patiently for the page to load.
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Appearance: 6'1", short-cut dark blue hair, brown eyes, medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: K12 "Ripper" Carbine [30|140] // Underslung Shotgun [1|10]
---A state of the art carbine rifle, designed to fire normal, armor-piercing, or hollowpoint rounds as the situation demands. A 3x magnification scope allows for effective use at moderate to long ranges. For close quarters combat, it comes with an underslung shotgun which fires Flechette rounds.
Secondary Weapon: DefCore MGL [1 HE|2 HE/4 FL/6 SM]
---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: Deep Blue
---A sword-like etherweapon made up of four extremely strong blades arranged in such a way that the center, point, and edges have hollow openings to emit strong beams of ethereally-created water. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Armor: Utataku Robot Helmet (+2 to head protection)
---The hollowed shell of an Utataku ALPHA-1 Security Bot. Well-fitting and very protective.
===Inventory===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Plasma Torch "Sword"
---A converted plasma cutter that projects a 3 foot long concentrated plasma "sword" when activated. Can cut through almost anything, given enough time.
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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 looks up directions to the nearest gun store on his UNADA and finds that there is a fairly large three-story mercenary outfitter shop practically across the street, touting a large selection of all kinds of man-portable weapons, various armors, and general field equipment. He walks out of the bar, passing a strange reptilian alien as he does, and within a few minutes finds himself striding through the front door of the first floor of Mell & Yort's One-Stop Adventurer Shop. The shop is arranged in a circular layout, with a kiosk in the center containing employees, and display cases showing models of the hottest in-stock weapons, armors, accessories, and more. About a dozen customers are milling around and looking at the various displays. There are several elevators at the end of the room furthest from John which go up to the second floor, a shooting range, and the third floor, the storage space where all of the commodities are stocked. John approaches the kiosk and is greeted by the nearest employee, a rather cute human girl who says, "Welcome to Mell & Yort's! How can I help you find your desired instrument of death?" "Well uh, first thing's first, I was actually interested in selling two pieces that I have." "Oh, I see. You'll want to go up to the third floor and have them appraised by our gunsmith, Ro'kri. He's a big Taro, can't miss him." "Gotcha. Thanks." One short elevator ride later, John finds himself on the third floor of the shop. There's not much room available to customers here, only a small space perhaps thirty feet in width and fifteen in length, bordered by the elevators and walls and a wide employee counter. Behind the counter are a bored-looking male human tapping away at a computer and what John can only assume to be Ro'kri the Taro, reading a book. He's shaped like a human, roughly seven feet tall, and looks like he's at least 350 pounds of pure lithe power. His skin is a dark navy blue with black spots and he doesn't have any visible hair. His eyelids are a little wider than the average human's and also a little squinted, exaggerating the oval shape. The eyes themselves are remarkably human, with a white sclera, an orange iris, and a black slit of a pupil. He doesn't really have a nose, just nasal slits, and his mouth is rather low-set, with visibly hinged jaws like some jungle predator. Interesting. Never seen a Taro before. Without staring or drawing rude attention to himself, John steps over and says, "Excuse me, Mr. Ro'kri? I had a few guns I was looking to sell and I was told to come show them to you." Ro'kri looks up as soon as John speaks and then sets the book down. "Very well. Let's see them." His voice is deep, booming, and sonorous, but there isn't any discernible accent on his English- it's remarkably crisp and clear. "Well, this first one is my old rifle, a Barret TK101. It's a high-power anti-material rifle but it's designed to be agile and easy to use in short or medium range engagements." John sets the gun down on the counter and Ro'kri pulls up a stool, sits down, and starts to inspect it, making comments out loud as he does. "Barrel's clean. Trigger's responsive. Magazine slides smoothly. Scope's in good shape. I'll have to test fire it first, but I could probably give you 500 credits for this piece." "Okay, how about this one?" John asks as he sets down his Quasi repeater. Ro'kri picks it up and turns it over and over in the air as he looks closely at it. "Nothing special. 100 credits."
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Appearance: Goatee.
===Equipment===
Held: Vortex Driver
---A high-powered etherweapon that can concentrate air into highly pressured beams or use it to suction objects. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Primary Weapon: Utatku Experimental Anti-Material Rifle (UXAMR) [7|40]
---High-caliber bullpup rifle. Features a variable zoom scope with optional thermal imaging. Lightweight and easy to control.
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: Utataku Experimental Personal Defense Weapon (UXPDW) [50|150]
---Experimental PDW. Lightweight, with a fully symmetrical design, and a high-capacity magazine, this PDW is similar to the FN P90 in design, but with a lower recoil and more dependable operation.
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===
-16,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
-Pack of Gum (4 pieces)
-Multitool
-Medkit (Bandages, morphine syringes, gauze pads, anti-septic cleanser, tweezers, scalpel)
===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 five turns)
Techniques
-Kamaitachi
---Air, Single: Launches a scything blade of air at a target.
-Daikamaitachi
---Air, Directional: A wider and stronger version capable of slicing through reinforced metal with ease.
-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

Aicaya looks up information on grenade launchers and armored vests, but with the variety of models and prices, it's hard to really tell how much her UXMGL and the armored vest are worth. The vest isn't exactly the kind of thing that most people would be interested in buying, while all of the listed MGLs range from 300 to 2000 UCs. It looks like she'll have to go to a gunsmith to get them accurately appraised.
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Appearance: Shoulder-length black hair, green eyes, muscular build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: PUSHKA Artillery Cannon [1 AB|9 HE/8 FG/3 AP/11 AB]
---High power long range cannon.
Secondary Weapon: Meteor Shower
---A minigun-like etherweapon that rapidly fires projectiles generated by the user's ether. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion. In an emergency, it can be fired indefinitely, although this poses potential dangers to the user's health.
Tertiary Weapon: CERBERUS Pile Bunker [2|15]
---Mounted on the back of the left forearm.
Armor: HIBISCUS Heavy Powered Combat Armor (+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===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-9 High Explosive shells
-8 Fragmentation shells
-4 Armor Piercing shells
-12 “Hellfire” Airburst shells
-Utataku Experimental Multiple Grenade Launcher (UXMGL) [4 HE|0]
---The grenade launcher used by the Utataku Support squad-bot. Made of steel, it is hefty, durable, and has almost negligible recoil. Uses 40mm grenades. Can fire high-explosive, fragmentation, incendiary, flashbang, and smoke grenades.
-Utataku Armoured Vest
---A vest made out of riveted metal plates, designed to be used either by a large combat bot or a very large human. It is highly resistant to both ballistic weapons and laser or plasma-based weaponry, but lacks resistance to electric current.
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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 refines his search parameters, but encounters a massive delay in loading the new page...
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Appearance: 6' dull grey humanoid skeletal cyborg with a red mono-eye.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Arc Blaster
---A wide shotgun-like etherweapon which discharges massive amounts of electricity towards anything in front of it. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Primary Weapon: Custom ZIGER Rotary Autocannon [110|0] (FOLDED)
---A modifiable-ammo cannon mounted on D's shoulder. Can be retracted into armor.
Secondary Weapon: Utataku Experimental Personal Defense Weapon (UXPDW) (Right/Left) [50/35|300]
---Experimental PDWs. Lightweight, with a fully symmetrical design, and a high-capacity magazine, these PDWs are similar to the FN P90 in design, but with a lower recoil and more dependable operation.
Tertiary Weapon: Bladed Shield (Right)
---An oblong plate made of refined titanium; one side has a very sharp, curved blade.
===Inventory===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-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 Twin Lens-Based Lasers on the palms as a close to medium range weapon and Nano Blade Claw Fingers as a last resort close-quarters 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.
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
-Raw Metal Chunks
---Sliced up bits of Utataku Robot Armor. Can be used to manufacture ZIGER ammo.
-Informational Pamphlet
---Contains information on the Arc Blaster.
===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

Mike steps outside and goes to the consignment shop, a short walk away. It's fairly large and it takes him a little bit of time to navigate to where the hats are, but once he finds his way there, it only takes him a minute to spot the desperado-styled hats. One of them, with a 150-credit price tag, guarantees that it can outlast all weather conditions, wind, dust, rain, sun, and snow. It still looks quite nice and, judging from the feel, it seems to be as durable as it claims. To be doubly sure, Mike looks up reviews of the particular brand and model and finds them to all be stellar. He purchases it without further delay or incident.
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Appearance: 5'9"
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Pulsar
---A marksman electrolaser etherweapon operating on the principle of using a laser to ionize air molecules and create a plasma channel to transfer a massive jolt of electricity. It can fire roughly two bolts per second if necessary at a close range, but it shines at mid-range combat. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Secondary Weapon: I-2 Custom [20|10]
---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.
Secondary Weapon: Utataku Experimental Recoilless Automatic Pistol (UXRAP) [20|50]
---A .45 caliber pistol using an experimental design, coupling a shock-absorbing frame, enlarged muzzle brake, ported barrel, and heavy grip to dramatically reduce recoil, leading to high accuracy even when using fully automatic fire. A high-capacity magazine and full-auto fire make this gun absolutely devastating at close to mid range.
Tertiary Weapon: N/A
Clothing: Durable Black Desperado Hat (+1 to social interaction; +1 head defense)
===Inventory===
-5,850 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Backpack (Closed with zippers 'n ♥♥♥♥, so fairly inaccessible. Quite durable, and fireproof)
--Jackson [3|39]
---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.
--Toolbox (Various low-tech tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire-cutters etc)
--Flashlight (With spare batteries)
--5 Rations
--Combat Knife
--Lighter
--Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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

Jotun goes about the process of turning the scrap and rubbish into molten slag using a plasma torch, then puts it inside a refinement bin. He throws the switch to turn on the refiner, which sputters and vibrates as it warms up for the first time in years, and within a few minutes, the refining process is complete, resulting in smooth sheets of several kinds of elemental metals ready to be shaped and used.
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Appearance: Droid with an AMEC Corporate Security Frame [Designation 3-5-Maintenance] Has a strangely unique "face" via a digital communications screen; does not seem capable of electronic contact. Uses randomized and synthesized voices for verbal communication.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Mass Vector Ordinance Projector (MVOP) [3|12]
---A high-accuracy handheld cannon which fires 80mm iron slugs embedded with depleted uranium. Highly effective against armored targets, but because the explosive splash radius is very low, a direct hit is imperative to dealing significant damage even to unarmored targets.
Secondary Weapon: TACG48 Micro Assault Weapon [40|160]
---A rapid automatic weapon smaller than a carbine but larger than an SMG, the TACG48 packs a massive punch for its size and has highly controllable recoil. While it lacks both accuracy and stopping power at long ranges, it is highly deadly within fifty meters. Fires high-penetration Flechette rounds.
Tertiary Weapon: "Fang" Blade
---A 13-inch long combat knife, the Fang is made of highly reinforced self-sharpening titanium carbide and is practically unbreakable. A serrated blade also lends it utility applications.
===Inventory===
-5,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Nanite Repair Pouch (3 of 3 uses)
---Capable of repairing most moderate damage with a single use.
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Computerized Targeting (+1 to aiming at specific enemy vulnerabilities)
-Feel No Pain (+1 to mitigating the effects of body damage)
-Voice of the Legion (+1 to hacking computer systems)
Techniques
-Hunker Down
---Ether, Self: Interlocks armor and activates a 360 degree anti-ether shield, shielding Jotun from nearly all damage but massively reducing his movement speed and limiting his offensive capabilities.
Conditions

"Well, I heard that some- wait, that's them over there, isn't it? They..." Klish starts to walk away from the bartender while talking, leaving the man to shake his head and mutter about "crazy space mercs." As Klish approaches the group, two of the members, a man with a striking goatee and a nondescript average-height individual, move away from the group and walk out the room. The rest of the members seem to be engrossed tapping away on their UNADA PDAs and don't notice him approaching.
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Appearance: 5'9", reptilian humanoid alien with green eyes, green-brown scales, and a scar of a slash across his cheek.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Scaler Rifle [40|120]
---Assault rifle that fires scale shards at high velocity. Medium accuracy.
Secondary Weapon: Scaler Pistol [10|50]
---Semi-automatic pistol that fires scale shards at medium velocity. High accuracy.
Tertiary Weapon: Claws
---Ten 3-inch long, sharp, curved claws that can easily slice through flesh and light armor.
===Inventory===
-5,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Flashlight
-Grenade
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Sharp Claws (+1 to claw attacks)
-Scaled Hide (+1 to defense against physical attacks)
-Regeneration (Faster healing over time)
Techniques
Poison Spray
---Air, Area: Poisons nearby air, stunning or mortally wounding organic targets.
Conditions

"Do you have something good in the range of 2,000 to 3,000 UCs?" Bob asks. "Hmm, well... for 3,000, there's a pretty decent freighter that we just got yesterday. It's in good shape, although a little old, so upgrades might be tough. For that price, of course, it doesn't have a warp drive, but it'll do the job if you're staying in the solar system. Max speed's about 100 kilometers a second in free space. Very good carrying capacity for the price, but it's really only meant to carry one person- you know, cockpit's small, there's one sleep chamber, pretty small bathroom." "Well, the speed and carrying capacity are really what I'm looking for. I'll take it." After his somewhat modest description of the ship, the salesman appears a little surprised that Bob is so set on buying it, but he quickly recovers and says, "Certainly. Right this way and we'll fill out the proper registration forms and bring it up to the launchpad for you." Half an hour later, Bob's standing on the roof with his new ship next to him. It looks like what one would expect a private freighter to look like- rather fat and not exactly sleek or aerodynamic-looking, but the size of the engines are a testament to its power and speed. It's primarily painted a dull olive green with a secondary gray color scheme.
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Appearance: Carson Beckett.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Terracon Industries - SMG - 165b [60|180]
Secondary Weapon: Terracon Industries - PL - 24A [7|35]
Tertiary Weapon: Combat Knife
---Standard titanium combat knife with an 8-inch blade.
===Inventory===
Personal
-2,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
Property
-Old Single-Seater Freighter
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Anatomy (+1 to targeting specific points on humans)
-Medical Shield (+1 to evasion when giving medical assistance)
-Medic (+1 to medical assistance)
Techniques
-Healing Touch
---Life, Single: Heal another person at the cost of ether; extended healing will cause tiredness.
Conditions

"Piece of shite computer..." Jet walks over to the bar and orders a beer while he waits for the page to refresh. After some stuttering, it starts loading normally, and he's able to place his modified plasma torch on eBay. Most standard torches sell for about 100 credits each, so he puts the starting price on his as 150. "Hm. That'll probably take some time to sell." (5 turns) "Next, let's look up some of these training facilities..." Searching for any group or organization that offers training of ethereal abilities, Jet is disappointed to find that most of the civilian ones seem to offer trivial levels of training- their sites showcase "successful students" making flame sparks strong enough to light a cigar, and puffs of wind strong enough to put out a match. "Goddamn, seriously?" It does appear that the ISC military has specialized ethereal combat units being formed, but with recent budget cuts and downsizing, these units are fairly elite and would take some skill to get in to. Perhaps if Jet showed up and showed his existing prowess, they'd allow him to formally enlist- although, he'd probably be bound by a service contract for quite some time.
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Appearance: 6'1", short-cut dark blue hair, brown eyes, medium build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: K12 "Ripper" Carbine [30|140] // Underslung Shotgun [1|10]
---A state of the art carbine rifle, designed to fire normal, armor-piercing, or hollowpoint rounds as the situation demands. A 3x magnification scope allows for effective use at moderate to long ranges. For close quarters combat, it comes with an underslung shotgun which fires Flechette rounds.
Secondary Weapon: DefCore MGL [1 HE|2 HE/4 FL/6 SM]
---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: Deep Blue
---A sword-like etherweapon made up of four extremely strong blades arranged in such a way that the center, point, and edges have hollow openings to emit strong beams of ethereally-created water. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Armor: Utataku Robot Helmet (+2 to head protection)
---The hollowed shell of an Utataku ALPHA-1 Security Bot. Well-fitting and very protective.
===Inventory===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Plasma Torch "Sword"
---A converted plasma cutter that projects a 3 foot long concentrated plasma "sword" when activated. Can cut through almost anything, given enough time.
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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
eBay! (Waiting for Plasma Torch Sword to sell. 4 turns left.)

"Well, I doubt I'll get much use out of either of them anymore, so I'll take it for both." "Here you are. Good doing business." John is now two guns lighter and 600 credits richer! As he turns to leave, he notices Aicaya approach the counter to sell some of her own loot.
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Appearance: Goatee.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Vortex Driver
---A high-powered etherweapon that can concentrate air into highly pressured beams or use it to suction objects. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Primary Weapon: Utatku Experimental Anti-Material Rifle (UXAMR) [7|40]
---High-caliber bullpup rifle. Features a variable zoom scope with optional thermal imaging. Lightweight and easy to control.
Secondary Weapon: Utataku Experimental Personal Defense Weapon (UXPDW) [50|150]
---Experimental PDW. Lightweight, with a fully symmetrical design, and a high-capacity magazine, this PDW is similar to the FN P90 in design, but with a lower recoil and more dependable operation.
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===
-16,600 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
-Pack of Gum (4 pieces)
-Multitool
-Medkit (Bandages, morphine syringes, gauze pads, anti-septic cleanser, tweezers, scalpel)
===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 five turns)
Techniques
-Kamaitachi
---Air, Single: Launches a scything blade of air at a target.
-Daikamaitachi
---Air, Directional: A wider and stronger version capable of slicing through reinforced metal with ease.
-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

Aicaya steps out of the bar and is soon at Mell & Yort's One-Stop Adventurer Shop. See finds the job exactly the same as John does and speaks with the same female employee, who instructs her to go up and see Ro'kri. She steps out of the elevator and onto the second floor just as John puts down his rifle and pistol on the counter. "Hey, are you Ro'kri? I was told to come see you so you could appraise some stuff I want to sell." "Yes, I am. Just set it down on the counter and I'll be right with you." Aicaya puts the metal vest up on the counter and places the UXMGL next to it. As soon as Ro'kri finishes with John's transaction, he turns and picks up the grenade launcher first, flicking it open and checking every nook and cranny for signs of damage or defects. "This is some very high-quality craftsmanship. It's remarkably strong, considering how light it is, and it seems like it would be very low-maintenance as well. I'll give you 1000 for it. Now then," he says, turning his attention to the vest. "Hm. It would be difficult to find a customer for this. It's rather rough- most likely, it was intended to be modular armor for a large combat robot. To be honest, you're probably better off getting it melted down and selling the metal, but if that's too much of a hassle for you, I'll take it off your hands for 100 credits."
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Appearance: Shoulder-length black hair, green eyes, muscular build.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: PUSHKA Artillery Cannon [1 AB|9 HE/8 FG/3 AP/11 AB]
---High power long range cannon.
Secondary Weapon: Meteor Shower
---A minigun-like etherweapon that rapidly fires projectiles generated by the user's ether. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion. In an emergency, it can be fired indefinitely, although this poses potential dangers to the user's health.
Tertiary Weapon: CERBERUS Pile Bunker [2|15]
---Mounted on the back of the left forearm.
Armor: HIBISCUS Heavy Powered Combat Armor (+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===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-9 High Explosive shells
-8 Fragmentation shells
-4 Armor Piercing shells
-12 “Hellfire” Airburst shells
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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 stops the page load attempt, waits for a few seconds, sharply raps the UNADA, and then attempts to reload the page. This time, it comes up almost instantly. There are plenty of integrated sensors on the market, with a variety of possible effects and capabilities. One pair, touted to be "the best pair of eyes in the universe" and retailing at 5,000 credits, offers up to 10 times zoom, light amplification, thermal imaging, close-range x-ray vision, and a 360 degree field of view.
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Appearance: 6' dull grey humanoid skeletal cyborg with a red mono-eye.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Arc Blaster
---A wide shotgun-like etherweapon which discharges massive amounts of electricity towards anything in front of it. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Primary Weapon: Custom ZIGER Rotary Autocannon [110|0] (FOLDED)
---A modifiable-ammo cannon mounted on D's shoulder. Can be retracted into armor.
Secondary Weapon: Utataku Experimental Personal Defense Weapon (UXPDW) (Right/Left) [50/35|300]
---Experimental PDWs. Lightweight, with a fully symmetrical design, and a high-capacity magazine, these PDWs are similar to the FN P90 in design, but with a lower recoil and more dependable operation.
Tertiary Weapon: Bladed Shield (Right)
---An oblong plate made of refined titanium; one side has a very sharp, curved blade.
===Inventory===
-6,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-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 Twin Lens-Based Lasers on the palms as a close to medium range weapon and Nano Blade Claw Fingers as a last resort close-quarters 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.
-Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
-Raw Metal Chunks
---Sliced up bits of Utataku Robot Armor. Can be used to manufacture ZIGER ammo.
-Informational Pamphlet
---Contains information on the Arc Blaster.
===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

Mike puts the hat on his head and takes his knife out of his backpack, attaching the sheathe to his belt so that it is within easy reach. He decides to look around the city for a slimy bar, but there aren't any nearby- Kyoto is a generally pristine and almost entirely business-like place, so the only bar within walking distance is the one at the space port. Without any other nearby places capable of satiating his thirst for drink, he heads back to the port and into the bar where most of the group is still sitting, and orders a glass of whiskey (5 credits deducted from account)
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Appearance: 5'9"
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Pulsar
---A marksman electrolaser etherweapon operating on the principle of using a laser to ionize air molecules and create a plasma channel to transfer a massive jolt of electricity. It can fire roughly two bolts per second if necessary at a close range, but it shines at mid-range combat. Contains an Ether Management Module, which optimizes ether use and prevents overexertion.
Secondary Weapon: I-2 Custom [20|10]
---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.
Secondary Weapon: Utataku Experimental Recoilless Automatic Pistol (UXRAP) [20|50]
---A .45 caliber pistol using an experimental design, coupling a shock-absorbing frame, enlarged muzzle brake, ported barrel, and heavy grip to dramatically reduce recoil, leading to high accuracy even when using fully automatic fire. A high-capacity magazine and full-auto fire make this gun absolutely devastating at close to mid range.
Tertiary Weapon: Combat Knife
---A standard stainless steel combat knife with an 8-inch serrated blade.
Clothing: Durable Black Desperado Hat (+1 to social interaction; +1 head defense)
===Inventory===
-5,845 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Backpack (Closed with zippers 'n ♥♥♥♥, so fairly inaccessible. Quite durable, and fireproof)
--Jackson [3|39]
---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.
--Toolbox (Various low-tech tools, wrenches, screwdrivers, wire-cutters etc)
--Flashlight (With spare batteries)
--5 Rations
--Lighter
--Ether Shard
---Used to contact the Agent
===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

Jotun assembles quite a few hexapod micro-drones and orders them to scout every deck of the Phlegethon to check for any available artifacts or resources. He then takes half a dozen to the nearest airlock and vents them onto the outer hull of the station to check for any exterior abnormalities. It will likely take them some time to make any reports on the condition of the station.
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Appearance: Droid with an AMEC Corporate Security Frame [Designation 3-5-Maintenance] Has a strangely unique "face" via a digital communications screen; does not seem capable of electronic contact. Uses randomized and synthesized voices for verbal communication.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Mass Vector Ordinance Projector (MVOP) [3|12]
---A high-accuracy handheld cannon which fires 80mm iron slugs embedded with depleted uranium. Highly effective against armored targets, but because the explosive splash radius is very low, a direct hit is imperative to dealing significant damage even to unarmored targets.
Secondary Weapon: TACG48 Micro Assault Weapon [40|160]
---A rapid automatic weapon smaller than a carbine but larger than an SMG, the TACG48 packs a massive punch for its size and has highly controllable recoil. While it lacks both accuracy and stopping power at long ranges, it is highly deadly within fifty meters. Fires high-penetration Flechette rounds.
Tertiary Weapon: "Fang" Blade
---A 13-inch long combat knife, the Fang is made of highly reinforced self-sharpening titanium carbide and is practically unbreakable. A serrated blade also lends it utility applications.
===Inventory===
-5,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Nanite Repair Pouch (3 of 3 uses)
---Capable of repairing most moderate damage with a single use.
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Computerized Targeting (+1 to aiming at specific enemy vulnerabilities)
-Feel No Pain (+1 to mitigating the effects of body damage)
-Voice of the Legion (+1 to hacking computer systems)
Techniques
-Hunker Down
---Ether, Self: Interlocks armor and activates a 360 degree anti-ether shield, shielding Jotun from nearly all damage but massively reducing his movement speed and limiting his offensive capabilities.
Conditions

Klish approaches Jet and D, the only two left sitting around the table. "Hey, any of you sticking together? I'd like to join up... I heard about your little adventure... and I'd like to work with you."
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Appearance: 5'9", reptilian humanoid alien with green eyes, green-brown scales, and a scar of a slash across his cheek.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Scaler Rifle [40|120]
---Assault rifle that fires scale shards at high velocity. Medium accuracy.
Secondary Weapon: Scaler Pistol [10|50]
---Semi-automatic pistol that fires scale shards at medium velocity. High accuracy.
Tertiary Weapon: Claws
---Ten 3-inch long, sharp, curved claws that can easily slice through flesh and light armor.
===Inventory===
-5,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
-Flashlight
-Grenade
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Sharp Claws (+1 to claw attacks)
-Scaled Hide (+1 to defense against physical attacks)
-Regeneration (Faster healing over time)
Techniques
Poison Spray
---Air, Area: Poisons nearby air, stunning or mortally wounding organic targets.
Conditions

Bob steps on-board and runs a systems check. Everything seems to be in order, but it is very low on fuel- probably not enough to make it to the nearest neighboring planet.
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Appearance: Carson Beckett.
===Equipment===
Primary Weapon: Terracon Industries - SMG - 165b [60|180]
Secondary Weapon: Terracon Industries - PL - 24A [7|35]
Tertiary Weapon: Combat Knife
---Standard titanium combat knife with an 8-inch blade.
===Inventory===
Personal
-2,000 Universal Credits
-UNADA PDA
Property
-Old Single-Seater Freighter
---Fuel [5% of max capacity]
===Ether===
Passive Abilities
-Anatomy (+1 to targeting specific points on humans)
-Medical Shield (+1 to evasion when giving medical assistance)
-Medic (+1 to medical assistance)
Techniques
-Healing Touch
---Life, Single: Heal another person at the cost of ether; extended healing will cause tiredness.
Conditions