Chapter 2 - House Calls

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Jul 11, 2021 9:31 pm
Whaymel's residence is located in the Lako area of town and not more than two klicks from Falu's city center. Consisting of mostly single family dwellings it is home to a wide variety of species and an area where one can find persons from all different types of backgrounds and economic statuses.

Whaymel's single story home is quite modest in appearance, with a decorative fence along the perimeter of his small lot. There are children's toys littered about the yard and a pair of small, well kept, older model speeders in a covered area to the right of the house itself.

It is still fairly early in the morning and the narrow streets are starting to get a little crowded with people heading off to work.
OOC:
Your characters would all be familiar with this area. It's possible that you know people who live here, live here yourselves, or have lived here in the past. Destiny points are still available for use for helpful story twists to occur. :-)
Jul 12, 2021 2:37 am
Kip makes his way over to inconspicuous location near Whaymel's house, and pulls out his commlink. He clicks the switch on the side a couple of times before speaking into it.

"Everybody make it out okay?"
Jul 12, 2021 8:45 am
Gurag stumps along through the streets, looking very much the part of a labourer heading to work. As the comm comes to life with Kips message he responds back "I'm good boss, just on my way to the job now. Should be there in a couple of minutes"
Jul 12, 2021 2:36 pm
"Can't speak for the others, but I'm nonchalantly making my way there. Has anyone confirmed that Whaymel is even home?"
Jul 12, 2021 9:42 pm
Boss? Hell no. Kip could have something resembling a commanding personality at times, but that's just a combined result of him finding people inefficient and him being generally kind of a grump.

"I'll let someone else check on the house. I'm more comfortable keeping watch on the back door."
Jul 13, 2021 6:58 am
What did I miss? I closed my comlink when I was listening in on the guards.

Nell relays what she heard
Jul 13, 2021 4:50 pm
"Not much, just waiting for the others to get here. It's good to see that we have plenty of sympathizers in the FSF, certainly makes things easier for us."
Jul 13, 2021 7:44 pm
What did we really achieve? We got their address book, and we need to move fast on that lead if it is going to have any worth. But I am very uncomfortable by keep running blind.
Jul 13, 2021 9:43 pm
Gurag comes round the corner and joins the rest of the group. "So what we thinking then? You reckon this Whaymel's some type of Imp informant?"
Jul 13, 2021 10:51 pm
"Who knows? But he assuredly isn't on our side. So what's the plan? I don't mind trying to bluff my way in, telling him we are replacing the crew that was attacked. Which is mostly true" Guy says, amusing himself.
Jul 13, 2021 11:01 pm
Kip'll sit back and let the others take the lead on this.
Jul 15, 2021 8:51 pm
Even with just a quick glance at the home it's easy to tell there's activity inside as shadows are thrown against the closed window drapes.
Jul 17, 2021 3:38 pm
OOC:
What's the plan?
Jul 17, 2021 7:26 pm
I guess Guy will go in for the bluff, if no ones protest soon, and the rest of the team will back me up.
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Jul 17, 2021 7:35 pm
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Kip'll watch the exits, and make sure that anybody that runs is caught.
Jul 18, 2021 9:24 am
szemely says:
OOC:
What's the plan?
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I don't know, I am struggeling a bit to figure out what is going on, how it relates to them and why they are risking their lives.
Jul 18, 2021 3:18 pm
Guy walks up to the residence, puts on a serious face, and knocks on the door. He asks for Whaymel Lectronfire. Then lowers his voice and begins; 'I assume it's safe to converse here? I was sent by Captain Mercon, well actually to replace him. His team was attacked, wiped out by insurgents. The empire would like you to deal with us, as you would have with the captain.' Then guys waits, hoping Whaymel's response will give him enough info to work with.
OOC:
this is all assuming they are home, and don't immediately shoot me, lol.

Rolls

Deception

2 Success, 2 Failure, 4 Threat

Total: 4 Threat

Jul 18, 2021 4:22 pm
Stepping back after knocking on the front door Guy can hear a flurry of activity inside of the home before a female Pantoran, carrying a small child on her hip, answers the door.

"Bit early to be knocking on doors, is it not?" she asks, a slightly annoyed expression on her face. When asked for Whaymel she puts the child down and tells the small boy. "Go tell Daddy someone is here to see him."

The woman stands in the doorway without saying a word, staring directly into the Bothan's eyes until Whaymel arrives and steps outside, closing the door behind him. The Pantoran introduces himself and asks what could be so important that such an early visit is required.
OOC:
Since your characters are all familiar with Falu there is a chance that you may have seen Whaymel in his restaurant, Fire's Bar and Grill, which was a popular spot for the workers at the Imperial site to stop and have meals before the arrival of Captain Isskar Cronwick and his much harsher dealings with the town's population.

I'll leave it to each player to decide if they recognize Whaymel from his place of business and give Guy a chance to reevaluate his approach with this new information if he would like.
Jul 20, 2021 8:08 pm
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@crazybirdman - Are you going to change your approach with Whaymel? Have you seen him before?
Jul 20, 2021 8:24 pm
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I don't want to cheat/metagame, I can't see what I would do differently if I recognized him? Maybe I would have been able bluff better?
Jul 20, 2021 9:00 pm
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Fair enough, I’ll continue from there… :-)
Jul 20, 2021 9:07 pm
Whaymel's expression is a combination of someone who is well annoyed, but confused at the same time. He politely waits for Guy to finish before responding.

"I have no idea who Captain Mercon might be, and as I've told those thugs the Empire keeps sending to my restaurant I have no intention of 'gathering intel' by eavesdropping on my customers. Now kindly remove yourself from my premises before I get the FSF out here!"
Jul 23, 2021 3:17 pm
Growing impatient, Whaymel glares at Guy.

"I meant now!"
Jul 23, 2021 5:44 pm
'Hold on sir, you misunderstand, we are on the same side. If you want me to leave, I'll leave, but we could sure use you help spreading misinformation to the Empire.' Guy says in an attempt to get information or an ally. Ultimately, he doesn't want to make an enemy, so if they need to move on to the next contact on the list, they will.

Rolls

Charm

3 Success, 2 Advantage, 1 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 2 Success

Jul 23, 2021 8:07 pm
"Now you're not with the Empire?" Whaymel asks.

Not waiting for an answer he continues.

"What I really want is to be left alone... but I don't think any of us will truly be left alone until the Empire leaves Bolygo for good."

He takes a deep breath.

"What would you have me do?"
Jul 24, 2021 7:19 pm
Guy takes a deep breath and tries to match his frustrated tone. 'Apologies for the poor attempt at subterfuge, but we just had to be sure. Your name was on a list we found on an imperial official. We didn't know if it was a list of Imperial allies or enemies. For now, do nothing, but let us know if the Empire contacts you again.
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I'm not sure if we want anything else from him, or if we should move on?
Jul 24, 2021 11:35 pm
"I'm on some sort of Imperial list?" Whaymel asks, eyes widening.

"That.... that can't be good."

He agrees that he'll contact you should the Imperials try and persuade him to spy on his clientelle.

"And if you should come across my name on another list, please let me know."
Jul 27, 2021 4:26 am
Guy simply nods before joining the others to let them know what he found.'This one is no friend of the Empire. Possible that may be the case for the others too. What's our next move?'
Jul 27, 2021 8:35 pm
OOC:
You do know that the last name on the list Grewhit Gen is an Imperial Sympathizer.
Jul 27, 2021 10:10 pm
"Interesting. I wonder what a high profile patrol was doing knocking on doors. Looking at the other entries, it seems that, other than Dimwit Gen, these people aren't particularly high profile."
Jul 29, 2021 2:21 pm
'Only one way to find out. Who's next on the list?'
Jul 29, 2021 3:53 pm
Kip shows the others the datapad.

"We have three more people. Baksed Shipburn, Mirach Mucecud, and Grewhit Gen."
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Would Kip, owning a droid mechanic shop, know any of these people (except Gen, who we all already know)? If so, what are their general allegiances?
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Jul 29, 2021 8:02 pm
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You may very well know who Baksed is, yes. He owns a small repair shop that specializes in the repairs of hand held and crew operated tools - Falu Equipment Repair.

The Imperial presence at The Site has been very good for his business.

And it's Baksed. My spell checker keeps autocorrecting to Basked, so you'll see either from time to time. :-)
Jul 31, 2021 9:00 pm
"Ah, by the way, Baksed is very much an Imperial suck up."
Jul 31, 2021 9:19 pm
'Your call, should we head, there, or save them for last?
Aug 1, 2021 5:37 pm
Kip shrugs.

"Might as well. He's long due for a little shakedown."
Aug 2, 2021 7:45 pm
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Heading to Baksed's place then?
Aug 2, 2021 9:02 pm
saevikas says:
Kip shrugs.

"Might as well. He's long due for a little shakedown."
Gurag nods in agreement "I'm sure they'll be more than happy to chat with us. I can be all persuasive like when the mood takes me"
Aug 4, 2021 6:58 pm
Heading north through the residential the foot traffic on the narrow streets start to pick up as people begin their days. It isn't more than 15 or 20 minutes before you find yourselves just down the street from Baksed's repair shop. Two Twi'lek males enter the store as you approach.
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Baksed is a human male.
Aug 4, 2021 7:05 pm
In an attempt to make sure he doesn't botch up this meeting, Guy ask what the plan is; 'So are we pretending we are the Empire? Saying we are anti-Imp and threatening him? Sneaking in and looking for info?'
Aug 4, 2021 10:49 pm
"I don't think he'll buy that any of us are Imperial. Not the right look, and he already knows who I am. And I rather not raise too much of a fuss before we get through the rest of the list."

"Maybe you can work your words on him. He's kind of full of himself just 'cause he's in good with the Imperials unlike everyone else. He'll probably slip up somewhere if you stroke his ego or something."
Aug 5, 2021 3:35 am
Guy thinks while stroking his chin; Ah, well we can pretend we are rivals, and are going to best him in winning the Imps favor. Better yet, play to his ego, and see if we can get him bragging.
Aug 5, 2021 8:53 pm
"How about just go in and make out you might have some work for the guy? Would at least mean we can get a look inside"
Aug 5, 2021 9:39 pm
'What type of work? I may not be able to keep it vague. Kip, what kind of job would peak his interest'
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Aug 5, 2021 9:49 pm
crazybirdman says:
'What type of work? I may not be able to keep it vague. Kip, what kind of job would peak his interest'
"He runs a repair shop don't he? Say you need something fixing"
Aug 5, 2021 10:16 pm
'Indeed, keep it simple. Very wise Gurag.' Guy replies, worried he may be overthinking things. He takes a dep breath'There's his shop now. Let's do this.'
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Not sure if anyone else is going inside.
Aug 5, 2021 11:08 pm
Gurag pats Guy on the shoulder reassuringly (or what he intends to be a reassuring gesture) and moves to get a good spot so he can watch the front of the shop.
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Gurag won't go in as he's thinking it'll look odd if we go in mob handed. Would Guy be able to keep his comms open to us so we can listen in on what's being said inside?
Aug 5, 2021 11:29 pm
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Yep, open comm device is just fine. I’ll have an update later tonight.
Aug 6, 2021 12:39 am
A barely audible chime rings out as Guy enters the well lit and surprisingly clean shop. The walls are lined with what are clearly refurbished tools of all sorts, cleaned up and available for purchase. The two Twi'lek males are having a discussion amongst themselves in one corner of the shop and pay the new arrival no attention whatsoever.

Behind the counter stands a very tall, thin, middle-aged human male who is clearly keeping an eye on the two other men in the shop. Seeing Guy enter the store he greets the Bothan.

"Morning, Friend. What can I do for you?"
Aug 6, 2021 1:26 am
Guy steps up to the counter, massaging the pain from Gurag's 'pat' on the shoulder. 'Actually, I think it's more what we can do for each other' He quickly glances at the Twi'leks suspiciously, before lowering his voice. 'I've got a job, but I also need it done quietly. I've heard Baksed was the man for the job, but it's a big job, . . . now that I'm here, I'm not sure if this is the right place.' he says, looking around the shop with a disappointed frown on his face.
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hope that's ok. Lemme know what to roll, or the GM can roll it for me to speed things up.
Aug 6, 2021 1:49 am
[Deception Roll - 2 Purple, 1 Boost as he's still distracted by the Twi'leks]

Rolls

Deception Roll for Guy

4 Success, 2 Advantage, 1 Triumph, 1 Failure, 1 Threat

Total: 3 Success, 1 Advantage, 1 Triumph

Aug 6, 2021 2:03 am
His interest thoroughly piqued, the man leans forward and in a hushed tone responds.

"Oh, I am the right man for getting things done quietly. This isn't the place to discuss such things though. Leave, come around the back of the store in five minutes and knock."

He gives Guy a quick nod as he stands straight, his attention returning to the two Twi'leks.
Aug 9, 2021 7:47 pm
OOC:
What's the plan?
Aug 10, 2021 6:04 am
Guy leaves the store while talking to his team via comlink. 'Not sure how useful this guy is gonna be. I'll make up a story, and try and see if he' s already been working for the empire. Then let's get to the next stop. Maybe while I'm talking out back, Kip you can see if there's any useful info in his computers?
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sorry, I feel like this part is Guy focused, wanna make sure everyone is included/gets their time to shine
Aug 10, 2021 4:31 pm
"I'll do what I can."

Kip turns to Gurag.

"Alright, we're going into the store. Can you escort the customers outside so we can have some privacy?"
Aug 10, 2021 6:11 pm
Guy heads to the back and as soon as he sees Baksed, Guy doesn't appear to waste any time (although he is definitely wasting time so Kip Cando his thing).
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I guess I'll let him talk first. I also want to make sure he's alone before I start talking.
Aug 10, 2021 9:52 pm
Gurag nods to Kip "Gladly, but lets see if they clear out on their own first. Can't see the guy just heading out back and leaving people loitering in the store though"
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Aug 11, 2021 11:58 pm
Guy walks around to the rear of the store and gives the door a couple of quick knocks. A few seconds later the door swings outward. Baksed pokes his head out to give a quick look around before motioning Guy to join him inside. A stark contrast to the front of the store the back of shop is gritty and not very well lit, save for a few workstations where various project sit in various states of disrepair.

Taking a seat behind a large wooden desk, Baksed kicks his feet up and looks the Bothan over.

"So tell me about this job."
As Kip and Gurag enter the store they are cheerfully greeted by a young women behind the counter.

"Welcome to Falu Equipment Repair! What can we do for you today?"

Out of the corner of his eye Gurag notices one of the Twi'leks slipping a tool from the shelf into his overcoat. Both of the men start to head towards the door.
Aug 13, 2021 8:43 pm
'Before I tell you about the job, I need a couple of assurances.' guy says, trying to draw this out a bit, but not make it look like he's trying to stall. 'One, I need this done discreetly. I don't think the local authorities will like what what my crew is doing. Frankly, we don't care, but we can't have them ruining our plans. Two, we need someone that is in good with the Empire. This plan should put us in good with them, so we need to make sure anyone we work with is okay being on the winning team, as it were.'
OOC:
assuming this should be deception? check. Definitely lying but also trying to get him to start talking about what he's working on.

Rolls

deception

4 Success, 1 Advantage, 2 Failure, 1 Threat

Total: 2 Success

Aug 13, 2021 10:29 pm
OOC:
I'm just waiting to see how Gurag reacts to seeing the shoplifting, since Kip didn't see it.
Aug 13, 2021 11:53 pm
OOC:
Baksed isn't too easy to fool. I'm going to replace the first Purple die with a Red.

Rolls

Baksed is 1R1P.

1 Failure, 1 Threat

Total: 1 Failure, 1 Threat

Aug 14, 2021 12:12 am
Having listened intently to what Guy has to say Baksed pauses a few moments, as if deep in thought, before responding.

"Discreetness is not an issue. The FSF aren't exactly hard to hide things from. Been doing work on the down low for years and they've never even come sniffing."

He pulls his feet off the table and sits upright on his chair.

"The Empire is a different story; depending on the job. I have some influence with them but they'll stamp down on anything they see as a threat to their presence in our little corner of Bolygo. Doesn't mean I won't do a job they don't like. Just means it will cost extra."

"Now if your job helps the Imps out I can definitely smooth things with them. Supposed to be meeting with a couple officers later this morning, in fact. Could put in a word about your project, see how they react."
Just as the Twi'leks get to the door the young women realizes what is going on.

"Oh no you don't!" she yells, and vaults the counter to give chase.
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Now Kip knows about the shoplifters as well. :-)
Aug 14, 2021 3:09 pm
Gurag turns and starts to follow the woman to assist. As he passes Kip he jerks his head at the counter to suggest he get to work.
Aug 14, 2021 7:25 pm
Once everyone is out of the store, Kip locks the door. Then, he gets to work trying to access any computer. Although he doesn't have any slicer gear on him, he could always try exploiting his knowledge of the architecture in some of the more common machines used in shop keeping.

Rolls

Computers + Manual

2 Success, 3 Advantage

Total: 2 Success, 3 Advantage

Adding Difficulty

3 Failure

Total: 3 Failure

Aug 14, 2021 11:02 pm
The two men bolt out of the door as soon as the young woman starts to give chase. Gurag joins in the fun, following the woman outside. The streets aren't particularly crowded, but the Twi'leks do their best to try and use the few people that are out there to help their escape; shoving some to the ground in the process.

"Someone stop them! the woman, who is surprisingly agile, shouts as she leaps over a few of the downed spectators.
Kip finds that what appears to be a simple shop terminal has just a little more security than one would expect; and even though he initially fails to gain access, the security protocols seem familiar.
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Used the three advantage to give Kip another go. He knows that failure this time will shut the system down and it will have to be manually restarted from the server. (2P difficultly and an extra Boost).

Gurag has the option to help the women in the chase. If he chooses to do so, make an Athletics vs 1R1P1Black to get to within grabbing range.

Guy - Baksed awaits your answer.
Aug 15, 2021 12:05 am
Gurag surges ahead, trying to close the distance with the shoplifters.
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Will be adding 2 x Boosts to the roll for the times I’ve got the Physical Training talent

Can I use the Advantage to pass a boost onto Kip, say the chase takes a bit longer giving them more time to do their thing?
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Rolls

Athletics

6 Success, 1 Advantage, 4 Failure

Total: 2 Success, 1 Advantage

Aug 15, 2021 12:23 am
OOC:
Another boost to Kip works for me.
Aug 15, 2021 12:31 am
Guy responds, acting dissapointed with the FSF and agreeing with Baksed's assessment of them. 'Exactly, the FSF are useless. The Empire represents real security for everyone, and prosperity for those that play ball. So here's what me and my boys want to do. We want to capture the insurgents that are making things difficult, and deliver them to the Empire ourselves. If we can do what the FSF can't, that's got to show the Empire how useful we can be to them.' Guy gives that a bit of time to sink in and make sure Baksed appears to be onboard before continuing, 'While the FSF grunts are easy to fool, thier sensors aren't. That's why we need your help. We have a speeder truck, but we need the back turned into a makeshift brig to hold the punks after we catch them, and we need something that will block the FSF sensor scan so that we can safely deliver the Empire their prize. Of course when this is done, we can let The Empire know who helped us,' Guy smiles and nods to Baksed before looking into the distance with a scowl 'and who hindered our efforts.'
OOC:
just making something up that seems probable for this situation. :)

Rolls

Keep the deception going

2 Success, 4 Advantage, 1 Failure, 1 Threat

Total: 1 Success, 3 Advantage

Aug 15, 2021 4:39 am
Kip grunts as he finds that the shop terminal has been modified from factory configuration. However, it would be possible to figure out how it was modified through a bit of quick and dirty reverse engineering.
OOC:
Can I use some of that advantage to cover up his tracks so Baksed doesn't notice that Kip messed with the terminal?
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Rolls

computers

3 Success, 5 Advantage, 2 Failure

Total: 1 Success, 5 Advantage

Aug 16, 2021 8:13 pm
Despite his best efforts the shoplifter doesn't get very far before being chased down by Gurag. A quick tug on the Twi'lek's long overcoat forces the nicked tool to fall to the ground where it is quickly scooped up by the young woman from the store.

"Dumb-ass Twi! Think you can steal from my father's store and get away with it! Maybe I'll let my new friend here beat some sense into you!" she says, shooting Gurag a sly smile. "I ever see you, or your friend around my store again I'll stun you both until your head tails stand on end.
Baksed seems interested in what he is hearing and sits quietly until Guy finishes with the details.

"You and your boys sound just like what the Imps need. My contacts at that Imperial site have expressed some concern with those Falu Four who have been taking out their resource teams. Rumor is that old Gen is in the process of setting up a trap to catch 'em, but... if we can get them before that bastard does, we can get in good with the Empire; and their credits!"

"I can get you what you need, just line that truck with some high quality sensor mesh for you - sensors can't penetrate it, and any comms your prisoners might sneak in won't be able to get out. Bring the truck by tomorrow about this time and I'll get it taken care of."
After paging through what seems like an infinite number of sales receipts, purchase orders, and inventory manifests, Kip finally comes across something that piques his interest.

Imperial Order #THX1138:
================================
03x High Density Drill Bits (cleaned and repaired).
04x 10m Modular Drill Shafts (cleaned).
10x Short Range Proximity Sensors (cleaned and repaired).

NOTES: All items covered in a pink, metallic dust. Kind of sticky, leaves a residue. Took some work to clean the bits, and hosed up the sensors pretty good. Everything working now. Items packaged and ready for pickup.
-Emma S.

Imperial Order #THX1139:
================================
10x Short Range Proximity Sensors (new)
20x 100m by 8m Roll of Sensor Mesh (new)

NOTES: Items packaged and ready for pickup.
-Emma S.
OOC:
Kip won't have any trouble covering his tracks.
Aug 16, 2021 8:37 pm
Guy feels like he's gotten all the info he is going to get, but not sure what's happening inside, wants to be sure Kip has enough time. 'Excellent. Let's discuss price, and I can let you get back to your shop. Best not to leave those Twi'leks in there alone this long.'
Aug 16, 2021 10:12 pm
After getting the information, Kip unlocks the door, and heads out discretely before anybody comes back.
Aug 17, 2021 10:36 am
Gurag looms over the the figure with a grin on his face and cracks the knuckles in his hand "All I need's a reason Tailhead, you gonna give me one?"
Aug 17, 2021 9:56 pm
"Well..." Baksed starts "...let's see here. That's going to be at least twenty meter square of our high quality sensor mesh, plus installation. That's going to run you close to 1600 credits just there. Then of course there's the creative accounting needed to ensure the good folks at the FSF don't find out about it, and that's where the real expense is, ya see. 2000 even ought to cover that aspect."

He motions to the front of the store with his head when reminded of the Twi'leks. "Emma's up there. They'd be even dumber trying stuff with her keeping watch."
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To be clear, Baksed isn't threatening to leak the info about your (imaginary) truck and the mesh. The sale of this type of product has to be registered within the city and only sold for legitimate purposes.

Kip slips out the front without anyone seeming to notice. He can see Gurag in the distance with a firm hold on one of the Twi’leks.
The Twi'lek starts off defiantly "Karabast! You want to help keep these ImpSymps in business that's up to you" but starts to back down at the seeming eagerness expressed by Gurag and his knuckles.

"No. I ain't going to give ya no reason. We won't be back."
Aug 18, 2021 4:27 pm
Guy feels dumb for a moment and thinks to himself. 'Of course he wouldn't leave the shop unattended. Hopefully the boys were able to do what they need, because I'm out of time here.' He regains his composure, smiles and says, 'That is acceptable. Besides, It's not like there's anyone else around here that I can trust with this. I'll talk to my crew, and get back here with the speeder truck ASAP'
Aug 18, 2021 10:24 pm
OOC:
Simping takes a whole 'nother definition in this universe.
Kip takes a seat on a bench while he waits for Gurag to finish playing law enforcer. While he does so, he tries to get a feel for what kind of person Emma is. Though he knew of Baksed's daughter, he'd hardly seen her before. Maybe it would be worthwhile for Gurag to get in good with her?

Rolls

i have no idea what to roll for this, so take whatever is correct

2 Success, 1 Advantage

Total: 2 Success, 1 Advantage

Aug 19, 2021 9:22 am
Gurag grunts as the Twi'leks scamper off and turns to the woman "You get a lot of trouble like that?"
Aug 20, 2021 4:50 pm
Baksed nods his head in acknowledgement. "Tomorrow then. Some of the Imperials are supposed to show up here today. I will subtly mention your idea, see what kind of reaction I get, but I have a good feeling they'll be behind it." With that he stands from his chair and walks with Guy to the back exit.

"Nice to have met ya!"
Kip has certainly heard Baksed mention his daughter's love of travel, and Kip has indeed met the young woman once are twice before. From what he can tell, Baksed has hope that his daughter will stay in town at some point and help him run the store.
"Not too often", Emma answers with a shrug of her shoulders. "But.... some people aren't too happy with my father's friendly involvement with the Imps. and some of them feel hurting his business is one way to get back. Honestly their presence in Falu has been great for business, but I just wish Dad wasn't so enthusiastic about his show of support."

Noticing Kip as she walks by the bench Emma give him a friendly smile and then turns to Gurag.

"I need to get back behind the counter. Thanks for your help. If you're ever in need of some repairs done stop on by, I'll make sure to give you a major discount."
OOC:
Where next?
Aug 20, 2021 5:52 pm
OOC:
I guess we regroup away from the store and bring each other up to speed?
Aug 21, 2021 2:07 am
OOC:
Sounds good to me.
Kip walks away and gives the comms a few clicks.

"Alright, let's group up and discuss our findings."

He states a location not too far from Baksed's store, and heads there.
Aug 22, 2021 7:49 pm
Gurag nods and smiles "Glad I could lend a hand. If I need any repairs I'll swing by". He turns and starts to head out, as he gets outside with Kip he quietly turns to him "You get everything you needed?"
Aug 22, 2021 7:59 pm
"Enough, I suppose. I think another perspective'll be needed to know for sure though."

Kip is obviously referring to Guy.
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Aug 22, 2021 10:23 pm
Guy fills them in on thier exchange: 'Seems like the Imps are trying to make friends and influence people. The first guy didn't seem at all interested in spying on his customers for the Empire, but this sycophant is all in.' Guy pauses and smirks 'I would love to come back tomorrow, after the Imps don't show, and tell him we aren't going to work with him after all, seeing as how he seems to have fallen out of their favor, but let's visit the other names on the list.'
Aug 23, 2021 2:16 am
"Sure. But first, what do you think about this list, Guy? I got it from the store's transaction records."
Aug 23, 2021 2:34 am
Guy stokes his chin and thinks for a bit. Then says, 'Could be the Imps standard procedure of striping a planet of all its resources, but them being so secretive about it means it's probably worse.'
Aug 23, 2021 12:19 pm
Gurag glances over the others shoulders at the list "That pink dust might give us an idea on where they're doing whatever it is they're up to at least"
OOC:
Does that dust sound familiar at all? Do we know anywhere it might come from?
Aug 23, 2021 3:46 pm
"And what's up with this sensor mesh and proximity sensor? Seems like an odd purchase, especially for Imperials."
OOC:
What exactly is sensor mesh? I kind of got the sense that it blocked sensors, but not much more than that.
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Aug 23, 2021 4:09 pm
Guy tries to hide his surprise that Gurag had this idea, and his frustration he didn't think of it first 'That is simple, yet brilliant. Let's visit the others on this list, and see what we can find out about where this dust comes from. Then we'll do what we do best, and shut the operation down.'
Aug 24, 2021 8:40 pm
OOC:
Where we heading?
Aug 24, 2021 10:35 pm
"Unless anybody else has any better idea, let's keep going down the list. Mirach Mucecud's residence?"
Aug 24, 2021 10:57 pm
'No sense putting it off. Lead the way.'
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Aug 25, 2021 8:27 pm
The crowds from the early morning rush are starting to thin out as you make your way to the residence of Mirach Mucecud in the northern part of town. Approaching the location, one of the many relatively mundane looking multi-story apartment buildings in the area, you notice an FSF officer walking from the entrance of the building in your direction.

The dark skinned human female, with a clearly labeled ID tag which reads Sgt. M. Mucecud, nods and greets you as she walks past.

"Good morning, gentlemen."
OOC:
The pink dust does not sound familiar.

Sensor mesh is a tightly woven fabric made from material which blocks electromagnetic fields (like a farady cage). It's lightweight, easy to install, and hard to detect. While it does have some legitimate uses, it is also a big tool for criminals, which is why sales of the product are supposed to be registered with authorities.
Aug 26, 2021 2:30 am
OOC:
I'll let Guy handle this, seems like it's in his wheelhouse.
Aug 26, 2021 3:18 am
Guy normally quick with a witty reply, decides to hold his tongue here. 'This may not be one of those times I don't want to be memorable' he thinks to himself before looking to make sure the others say the name tag. He would have to verify their intel on this Mirach person. Surely someone related to FSF wouldnt have any love for the imps?
Aug 26, 2021 2:20 pm
Gurag smiles and nods in response to them "Mornin officer." he says as they pass by
Aug 26, 2021 10:04 pm
Kip simply gives a nod of acknowledgement towards the officer.
Aug 27, 2021 4:03 pm
As soon as she is out of earshot, Guy says 'So what's the plan for Mr. Mucecud? Try to recruit him? Scare him into helping us?'
Aug 28, 2021 9:02 pm
"I'm not sure. It's entirely possible that she's in the Imperial's pocket, even though she's in the FSF."
Aug 31, 2021 10:53 pm
OOC:
What's the plan?
Aug 31, 2021 11:13 pm
OOC:
ack, sorry, that's on me. sorry. Hoping to play it straight and fast talk him to see what he knows.
Guy knocks on the door, and the starts looking around, up, and over his shoulder, hoping to give off an extrememly paranoid vibe, but there is no answer at the door. As soon as the door is answered and he verifies it's Mucecud he starts talking . . . rapidly, the words tumbling over themselves as if they can't escape his mouth quick enough 'Mirach? Of course you're the mark, you gotta be the mark. Is it safe to talk here? probably? I don't think they've gotten to you yet. Look man, I came to warn you, ya gotta be careful, eyes are everywhere, and our names are on a list. I don't know why, I didn't do anything wrong, did you? Others are on the list too, but I don't work for the Empire, or owe them anything. So what gives my, why are they coming for you? How long 'til they come for me?'
Guy returns to the others, and points toward the woman walking away; 'oh, was that the person on the list?.'
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Rolls

Deception:

2 Success, 1 Advantage, 2 Threat

Total: 2 Success, 1 Threat

Aug 31, 2021 11:44 pm
OOC:
I though Mucecud was the woman we just passed.
Aug 31, 2021 11:53 pm
OOC:
There is no answer when Guy knocks on the door... because of what @saevikas just said. :-)
Sep 1, 2021 12:04 am
OOC:
haha sorry. Gotta check my gender expectations. Feel free to mock me or my character
Sep 1, 2021 3:38 am
"I suppose that was. I wonder why the Imperials were planning a visit to an FSF officer. My bet is that she's their birdie, but I can't know for sure yet. Maybe we can look around her place."
Sep 1, 2021 4:59 am
Guy pretends to check his pockets Sure thing, but, uh, we don't seem to have a key
Sep 1, 2021 3:45 pm
Kip gives Guy a deadpan stare.

"Why would we need a key? I'm here. I could just unlock the door."
Sep 1, 2021 5:56 pm
'Good Point. I'm not eager to break in to an FSF officers home, but, there is work to be done. ..Let's go'
Sep 1, 2021 7:19 pm
OOC:
Mirach's apartment is on the first floor of the building, one of many in a long hallway just inside the building's entrance.
Sep 1, 2021 10:15 pm
"Hmm. I don't want nosy neighbors to see us in the halls. I'll try to open a window from outside. Can you guys makes sure nobody else comes nearby?"

He tries to jimmy open the window, with the aid of his trusty toolkit.
OOC:
Change of plans, going in through the window.

Rolls

Mechanics (Boost Applies only if Toolkit gives Boost)

2 Success, 4 Advantage

Total: 2 Success, 4 Advantage

Difficulty

4 Failure

Total: 4 Failure

Sep 1, 2021 11:01 pm
Gurag moves a short distance away and keeps an eye out.
Sep 2, 2021 12:56 am
Guy will keep an eye on the front door to make sure she, or anyone else, doesn't return home.
Sep 2, 2021 3:44 pm
With Gurag and Guy keeping watch, Kip starts to work on the window. It doesn't take more than a cursory look to determine that simply prying the window won't give him the result he would want. Locked tight and wired with appear to be newly installed security measures, any more tampering with the window would likely draw unwanted attention.
Sep 2, 2021 10:08 pm
OOC:
Can I use the advantage to discover something, like an interesting piece of information or a different method of access to try?
Sep 2, 2021 10:42 pm
Peering through the window Kip's attention is drawn to a set of stairs leading up just inside the front door of the flat. There are two windows above him, currently out of reach, that certainly belong to Mucecud's place of residence.
Sep 2, 2021 11:00 pm
OOC:
Hmm, someone shoulda invested in a jetpack, lol
Sep 2, 2021 11:38 pm
OOC:
Does anybody have a good Athletics?
Sep 4, 2021 9:24 am
saevikas says:
OOC:
Does anybody have a good Athletics?
OOC:
Gurag's Athletics is 4 x Green and 2 x Boost dice from the Phyical Training talent so yeah he's not bad at it lol
Sep 4, 2021 8:25 pm
OOC:
Does Gurag feel up to playing as the party's jetpack for a bit?
Kip looks up at the windows.

"Hmm. Gurag, you think you can climb up there with me on your back? I think that might be an easier way in."
Sep 4, 2021 10:24 pm
Guy remembers Gurag's last pat on his back. 'Kip, he could probably just throw you up there.'
Sep 4, 2021 10:47 pm
Kip hesitates a bit, remembering Gurag's last pat on his back. I like how my skull is shaped. Don't want to change that. "Err, I'll need both of my hands free to open the window."
Sep 4, 2021 11:37 pm
Garage looks up at the higher windows "Maybe, could just try boosting you up there but the climb would be an option too"
OOC:
What difficulty we looking at for this?
Sep 5, 2021 12:36 am
OOC:
Climbing the building’s relatively smooth wall would be a Daunting task (4P), with a Setback for having Kip on Gurag’s back (Athletic’s Check). Boosting (say, having Kip stand on Gurag’s hands which are held up over his head would be a Easy (1P) Athletics Check, but would upgrade any difficulty Kip would have on any of his checks to get int he window while he struggles to maintain his balance.

Sound good?
Sep 5, 2021 1:26 am
OOC:
I have a rank in coordination, would that affect the difficulty upgrade from Gurag boosting Kip?
Sep 5, 2021 2:54 am
OOC:
For the rank in Coordination lets change the upgraded difficulty to just a setback die.
Sep 5, 2021 2:39 pm
Gurag considers the matter for a few seconds before taking position to boost kip up to the windows.
OOC:
Boost would be best I think, hopefully I’ll get a few advantages to make matters a bit easier for Kip…will pass the advantages on for boost for Kips check
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Rolls

Athletics

3 Success, 4 Advantage, 2 Threat

Total: 3 Success, 2 Advantage

Sep 5, 2021 7:15 pm
Kip balances on Gurags shoulders, tools in hand. He attempts to open the windows, concentrating deeply.

Rolls

Mechanics

6 Success, 2 Advantage, 2 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 4 Success

Sep 6, 2021 3:09 pm
With Gurag providing a solid base, Kip gets to work on the window. With no security measures in place it doesn't take long for the technician to bypass the lock and open the window. Pulling himself up and into the window Kip finds himself inside a sparely furnished bedroom. The tidy room appears to be a child's room...

Keeping watch while the others work on entering the residence, a short Mirialan man catches Guy's eye. The man has walked past several times, as if pacing back in forth in front of the building. He doesn't appear to be paying any attention to the Bothan or his friends.
Sep 6, 2021 4:54 pm
Guy turns on his commlink, 'Hey boys, how much longer is this gonna take. Not to rush you, but there' s another guy hanging about. Could also be interested in our gal,could be drunk, could a got stood up for a date. Hasn't noticed us... yet'
Sep 7, 2021 3:37 am
Kip whispers into the comms.

"I'm in. He won't see me unless he has a periscope for eyes."

Kip decides to look around the house stealthily, focusing on finding the officer's room. Given the presence of the child's room, he hoped that nobody was home.

Rolls

No idea what would go here. Rolling Perception for now.

1 Success, 2 Advantage

Total: 1 Success, 2 Advantage

Sep 7, 2021 11:43 pm
A quick look of the second level of the flat reveals both a second child's room and a master bedroom. Both of the children's rooms look as though they haven't been occupied in quite some time judging from the amount of dust that's gathered on the furniture in each.

The master bedroom is clearly Mirach's but Kip's search turns up nothing of any real interest.

On the lower level, in the main living area, Kip finds an unlocked terminal. A quick poking around reveals controls for the security system and several diary entries of interest, all of which talk about meetings with Imperials and amounts offered to "provide the Imps with internal FSF communications." The last entry, dated a few weeks ago, is similar to the others, but with an addition:

I've been warned that this was my last chance to cooperate and by refusing to do so they'll have no other choice but to send someone to deal with me directly.
With a quick look over his shoulder the Mirialan starts to make his way to the front entrance of the building.
Sep 8, 2021 12:06 am
Getting the information that he wanted, Kip heads back to the window, hiding out of sight. He turns on his comns.

"Alright, I'm done here. Tell me when I should make my way out of the window."
Sep 8, 2021 12:25 am
'Excellent, great work! Best to get out now, looks like out lurker is on the move. I'll do my best to stall him and see what his deal is' Guy casually walks up to the Mirialan and gets his attention without being aggressive. 'My friend, I know you don't believe but I think I can help ya out. I've seen men in your situation a hundred times before. Ya don't need to say anything, you my man, gotta broken heart.' Guy motions to shush him before he can start talking 'So what's your plan? Men in your situation only do one of three things, walk away, which you obviously aren't doing. So is it a last ditch plea, or breaking in a taking your stuff back while she's not home?
Sep 8, 2021 2:32 am
Kip peeks his head out, and looks down at Gurag.

"Dropping down."

He hangs out of the window and lets go.
Sep 8, 2021 7:50 am
Gurag holds his arms out to catch Kip as he drops.
Sep 8, 2021 9:54 pm
[DICE ROLL]

Rolls

Electric Punch to the Stomach!

2 Success, 3 Advantage, 2 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 1 Advantage

Mirialan Initiative

1 Advantage

Total: 1 Advantage

Sep 8, 2021 10:00 pm
The Mirialan listens intently as Guy says his piece, even nodding in agreement once or twice during the one-sided conversation.

"My only real plan is..."

Before Guy can react the man strikes out with a glowing blue fist, but he fails to connect thanks to Bothan's lion-like reflexes.
OOC:
Gurag and Kip are a medium distance from where this is occurring, but can clearly see that Guy has been attacked. Initiatives all around (Vigilance). If you can beat 1 advantage, you're free to act (or have another PC act).
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Sep 8, 2021 10:56 pm
Kip swears as he catches the attack out of the corner of your eye from within Gurag's arms.

"Frack! Drop me, we gotta help him!"

Kip pulls out his blaster, and shoots a stunning bolt towards the Mirialan.
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Rolls

Initiative

1 Success, 2 Advantage

Total: 1 Success, 2 Advantage

Blaster Pistol, Damage 6, Crit 3

4 Success

Total: 4 Success

Sep 8, 2021 11:24 pm
'What the heck man? I didn't steal your girlfriend!' Guy says, realizing he is still in character.

Rolls

Vigilance: Initiative

2 Success, 2 Advantage

Total: 2 Success, 2 Advantage

Sep 9, 2021 8:56 pm
OOC:
Is Kip good moving to Short distance before firing? (Stun Setting changes the weapon's range to Short)
Sep 9, 2021 9:55 pm
OOC:
Did not realize that was the case. So be it. Kip moves like the wind.
Sep 9, 2021 11:59 pm
OOC:
Ok, Kip had 4 Success - difficulty is 1Red 1Purple (Upgrade 1 Purple twice, Adversary and Engaged Ally.

EDIT: 2 Success - 2 Threat

Rolls

Kip's Difficulty

2 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 2 Failure, 2 Threat

Sep 10, 2021 12:04 am
Moving like the wind to close the distance, Kip fires off a stun shot that just whizzes by Guy and strikes the assailant. The man grunts and ducks to the side placing Guy in between himself and any attackers.
OOC:
Any ranged attack on the man adds a setback, plus an upgraded difficulty. (2 Threat)
One more initiative needed.
Round 1:
PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 10, 2021 12:19 am
OOC:
I'll let Gurag take a turn, Guy isn't a fighter
Sep 10, 2021 12:28 am
OOC:
Initiative....

Rolls

Vigilance

2 Success, 1 Advantage

Total: 2 Success, 1 Advantage

Sep 10, 2021 12:33 am
Gurag charges forwards and engages the 'bad guy'....
OOC:
Taking the strain for a second maneuver to move up to engaged, gonna punch the guy...so 2 success makes that 6 damage, will use the Advantage to pass a Boost onto the next person....hopefully the Despair isn't too bad....
[ +- ] Current Status
Last edited September 10, 2021 12:34 am

Rolls

Brawl

3 Success, 3 Advantage, 1 Failure, 2 Threat, 1 Despair

Total: 2 Success, 1 Advantage, 1 Despair

Sep 10, 2021 9:52 pm
The man sees the Weequay charging towards him, but can't move in time to avoid Gurag's well placed uppercut. Striking him on the chin, the Mirialan flips backwards with the punch, and lands, on his feet, about a meter away from his attacker.

"Not bad." he says, wriggling his jaw back and forth in a quick attempt to check for damage.

"But you'll have to do better!"
OOC:
Despair - The man takes all damage, but flips away to Short distance.
Guy is up.
BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.

Round 1:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 10, 2021 11:19 pm
'I can't imagine that's what you actually want. I assure you that you don't want to see my associate at his best. Best to quit now while all your body parts in their optimal locations'
OOC:
guessed on the difficulty, but it looks like that actually worked!
Last edited September 10, 2021 11:20 pm

Rolls

Coercion (with boost from Gurags power puncch)

3 Success, 2 Advantage, 2 Threat

Total: 3 Success

Sep 11, 2021 3:47 pm
[DIE ROLL]

Rolls

Stealth v Vigilance

3 Success, 1 Advantage, 1 Failure, 3 Threat

Total: 2 Success, 2 Threat

Sep 11, 2021 3:57 pm
With his blaster half drawn the man quickly shoves it back into its holster and cracks a smile.

"My work here is now done." he responds with a slight bow towards his opponents before quickly turning on his heels and running the opposite direction... directly into an innocent bystander. The Mirialan pushes the young man to the ground and continues his escape.
OOC:
Two threat to slow down the man's escape, he's Short distance from Guy and Gurag, and now Medium from Kip.
If you chase, make an opposed athletics check (3P) with one Setback per difference in distance over Short (Short = 0, Medium = 1).
BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.

Round 2:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 12, 2021 1:51 pm
'Well that's just rude' Guy mutters to himself before calling to bystander for help, 'Hey, a little help here? Stop him!'

Rolls

Ledership

1 Success, 4 Advantage, 2 Failure, 3 Threat

Total: 1 Failure, 1 Advantage

Sep 12, 2021 10:59 pm
The bystander looks back to Guy and simply shrugs his shoulders, unwilling to get involved in the action.
OOC:
Two threat to slow down the man's escape, he's Short distance from Guy and Gurag, and now Medium from Kip. If you chase, make an oppossed athletics check (3P) with one Setback per difference in distance over Short (Short = 0, Medium = 1).

BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.

Round 2:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 12, 2021 11:33 pm
OOC:
I'm going to try make it so Gurag gets some Boost die if he chases.
Kip switches the gun off of stun mode and fires at the man's feet, hopefully slowing him down.

Rolls

Aim + Blaster

1 Success, 3 Advantage

Total: 1 Success, 3 Advantage

Difficulty

1 Failure, 1 Threat

Total: 1 Failure, 1 Threat

Sep 13, 2021 12:06 am
Innocent bystanders sream and duck for cover as Kip's shot strikes the ground just behind the escaping Marialan, throwing up dust and debris from the road.

"Someone contact the FSF!"
OOC:
The man is Short distance from Guy and Gurag, and now Medium from Kip. If you chase, make an oppossed athletics check (3P) with one Setback per difference in distance over Short (Short = 0, Medium = 1).

BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.

Round 2:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 16, 2021 9:27 pm
'Gents, we are attracting too much attention. Perhaps we let this punk go and make ourselves scarce?'
Sep 16, 2021 9:39 pm
Gurag's blood is up and he doesn't seem to register Guy's comment about letting things go as he charges off after the Marialan.
OOC:
Rolling Athletics, adding 2 x Boosts due to Physical Training talents

Rolls

Athletics

6 Success, 2 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 4 Success, 2 Threat

Boosts from Kip

1 Advantage

Total: 1 Advantage

Sep 16, 2021 10:07 pm
OOC:
You also get 2 boost die I believe from Kip's action. Might be able to cancel out the Threat.
Sep 16, 2021 10:17 pm
saevikas says:
OOC:
You also get 2 boost die I believe from Kip's action. Might be able to cancel out the Threat.
OOC:
Added them above just in case :)
Sep 16, 2021 11:40 pm
[Break free? - Opposed Brawl check, Boost from Gurag's on left-over Threat.]

Rolls

Break free from Gurag?

2 Success, 2 Advantage, 1 Failure, 3 Threat

Total: 1 Success, 1 Threat

Sep 16, 2021 11:44 pm
Try as he might the Mirialan can't escape the fast charging Weequay. Grabbed from behind the man struggles and just manages to break free, but is unable to put any distance between himself and Gurag.
OOC:
Welcome back mcneils5!
BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.
Gurag is at engaged range. Everyone else is at Medium.

Round 4:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 17, 2021 1:07 am
'Well, this thug is intent on earning his pay today isn't he?' Guy says as he attempts to help.
OOC:
what would I roll to help wrangle this guy? I want to help Gurag, or maybe position myself to block a possible exit.
Sep 17, 2021 1:17 am
OOC:
It would take two maneuvers to get from Medium to Engaged, which would take your whole turn. However, for each extra person who is at Engaged range to the baddy when someone attempts to get hold of this guy for good, we'll Upgrade the dice pool for the attacker. It would be an opposed Brawl check, difficulty would therefor be 2 Purple, 1 Red.
Sep 17, 2021 2:37 am
OOC:
so I can take to strain to cover that distance this round right?
Sep 17, 2021 2:39 am
OOC:
Yes, or give up your Action to gain a maneuver and not take any strain.
Sep 17, 2021 5:02 am
OOC:
Ok, we'll say he gave up his action then
Sep 17, 2021 6:12 pm
Seizing the opportunity to help, Guy rushes ahead to help contain the squirrelly Mirialan.
OOC:
BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.
Gurag and Guy are at Engaged range, Kip is at medium.

Round 4:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 17, 2021 8:12 pm
Gurag sees Guy coming in to assist as the Mirialan tries to dodge out of Guy's way he swings another meaty fist in to try and drop him.
OOC:
Ok, going to use a manoeuvre to Aim for a boost, as Guy is in the mix my pool will get the upgrade to 2 x Yellows, 2 x Greens, and a Boost Vs 2 Purple, 1 Red I believe

That'd be 5 damage, will pass a boost onto Kip for whatever they're going to try...
Last edited September 17, 2021 8:13 pm

Rolls

Brawl

4 Success, 3 Advantage, 3 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 1 Success, 1 Advantage

Sep 17, 2021 9:03 pm
A worried look flashes across the man's face, quickly followed by Gurag's fist. He wobbles for a split second before dropping to one knee.
OOC:
BAD GUY has Adversary 1 - upgrade all attack difficulties.
Gurag and Guy are at Engaged Range, Kip is at Medium.

Round 4:
PC, PC, PC
BAD GUY
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Sep 17, 2021 10:33 pm
OOC:
Move to engaged using my action and maneuver.
Kip catches up with the others, completing an encirclement around the Mirialan.
Sep 18, 2021 12:35 am
Quickly realizing his situation the man shrugs his shoulders. With a smirk on his face he looks up at the three of you and starts to chuckle. Off in the distance you can all hear the sirens of the approaching FSF speeders.

"What now boys?"
Sep 18, 2021 4:02 pm
"How about we knock you out. Big guy here can take you along."
Last edited September 18, 2021 4:03 pm
Sep 18, 2021 5:34 pm
OOC:
who do we assume this guy is working for?
Sep 18, 2021 5:53 pm
OOC:
I think that it's not a bad guess to say that the Mirialan is related to how Mucecud is being used as an Imperial informant, but that's mere conjecture until we get the chance to get him to talk.
Sep 18, 2021 11:13 pm
The man smiles widely.

"If you're going to lay me out, better do it quickly. Won't look good to the coppers if they are watching you beat on a innocent man."

From the sounds of the sirens it won't be long before the FSF arrive.
Sep 19, 2021 12:31 am
Guy scracthes his chin, trying to think quickly; 'We could always leave him with the FSF, I'm sure they'd be happy to catch the man that attacked the Imperial forces.'
OOC:
Do we have anything that can tie him to that? a blaster? code cylinder etc? Then we can knock him out, let FSF deal with him. At least we would know where he is if we needed him later.
Sep 19, 2021 1:43 am
Kip discretely holds his blaster up to the Mirialan's chest and unloads a stunning blast into him.

"I'd rather not have to talk to the FSF. They'd question us all day long."
Sep 19, 2021 2:49 am
'Fair enough. Gurag would you be so kind? guy says, gesturing to the passed out thug. 'I will hang back a bit, just in case I need to stall the FSF, and catch up with you later.'
Sep 19, 2021 9:05 am
Gurag leans down and hauls the Mirialan up onto his shoulder before turning to Kip "Reight, where to?"
OOC:
If the guy is still conscious after Kip's shot Gurag would sock him a couple of times to finish the job lol
Sep 19, 2021 4:02 pm
"We'll make it up as we go. Just start moving."
Sep 19, 2021 7:09 pm
The man lets out a grunt before collapsing unconscious to the ground, his long trench coat flying open in the process. From his belt hangs what appears to be a heavily modified blaster and several grenades. His coat is also concealing a rifle of some sort.

It takes a surprising amount of effort from Gurag to get the man up off the ground and onto his shoulder but he managers to get the job done quickly. At this point four members of the FSF appear and dismount from their speeders as they are waved down by some witnesses about 80 meters away. Fingers start to point in your direction.
Sep 19, 2021 7:22 pm
Kip notices how heavily armed the Mirialan was.

"Interesting. Actually Guy, I'm starting to like your idea. You think we can say we found this dangerous fellow trying to enter a certain apartment through the second floor window?"
Sep 19, 2021 10:42 pm
'Alright, shall I go tell the FSF we found their man?' Guy ask.
Sep 20, 2021 12:42 am
OOC:
I'm a bit torn actually. I suppose we can play the situation like we're bystanders apprehending a heavily armed person of suspicious nature, but I'd like to know who this fellow is as well, and getting answers would require not handing the person over. Thoughts?
Sep 20, 2021 2:27 am
OOC:
let the FSF interrogate him and then try to find out what they discovered? If the Empire springs him, we know who he works for. Do we, or our characters, really wanna torture this punk?
Sep 20, 2021 9:50 pm
Gurag grunts seeing the FSF have got sight of them and waves towards them. "Sounds like the best bet" he mutters to the others before starting to walk towards the FSF shouting "Don't worry, we got him!"
Sep 21, 2021 1:47 pm
Guy follows Gurags lead, but tries not to let on that they all know each other. 'Gentlemen, my is it your lucky day! I saw this thug running away from when he was stopped by this gentle giant. And all before he could get away hurt anyone else.'
OOC:
lemme know if a roll is needed here
Sep 21, 2021 9:35 pm
Two of the officers break away from the others as Gurag, followed at a short distance by Guy, both approach. One of officers, a tall male Chiss with a nametag that reads "PC Kiraj'ames'will" crosses his arms as he listens to what each of you have to say.

"The man on the ground then? That is the one who fired a blaster in public?" he asks pointing over towards Kip and the Marialan.

"And where exactly did you say he was coming from?"
Sep 21, 2021 9:46 pm
'Ah, well, while I can't answer about blaster fire, I can answer the second question. He was breaking into one of the home here. I think it was his ex-girlfriends, I have a sense for these things you see. Anyhow, I caught him exiting a second story window, and when he realized I saw him, he knocked me down and started running. I called for help, and by the time I caught up with the slippery devil, he, well, as you can see, someone stopped him.' Guy explains all this, trying to sound like the eyewitnesses you see on the news.
OOC:
This is what we're going for right, framing him for the break in? If not I'll have to edit quick lol
Sep 22, 2021 3:13 am
Kip lets Guy take care of explanations, at least until his testimony is specifically requested.
Sep 22, 2021 4:05 pm
"Let's have a look then."

PC Kiraj'ames'will walks over to the Mirialan, his eyes immediately drawn to the small arsenal the man is carrying on his belt.

"Bit much for a jealous ex-boyfriend."

Then he notices the concealed rifle in the man's coat.

"What it with this guy?"

Carefully removing the weapon the PC's jaw drops and reaches for his communicator.

"Sergeant Mucecud, we need you on scene. Just uncovered a man carrying a disrupter rifle!"

He waves over the other FSF members and tells them to keep an eye on the suspect and to await Mucecud's arrival.

"What is your role in all of this?" he asks Kip, "Can you show me the exact apartment this slime crawled out of. Should do a wellness check to see if anyone in there is harmed. This man looks like he came to do more than just talk."
Sep 23, 2021 12:58 am
"I was passing by when he knocked down the fellow over there. His coat flew open for a second, and I saw the rifle on him. I honestly thought that he'd killed someone. I asked him to stop, but he kept on running. Then, I saw him try and pull something out of his coat. He looked like he was going to pull out the rifle, so I shot a couple of stunning bolts at him. As for what window he came out of, I think it was that open one on the second floor. I didn't see it too well though."
Sep 23, 2021 3:38 pm
"I'll go check it out. Please wait here until the Sergeant arrives, she's going to have some questions about all of this. Not everyday we find someone totting a disruptor around!"

The PC enters the front of the apartment complex, holding the door for an elderly couple as they exit. It's not more than a few seconds later that another FSF speeder appears on scene being driven by Mirach Mucecud. She quickly dismounts and joins the rest of the group.

"What's the situation?" she starts before her eyes widen as she obviously recognizes the man on the ground.

"Kuvo!! she growls. "Let's get this man to the station, he's going to have a lot to answer for."

As the other FSF officers bind and remove the man, Mirach turns her attention to the three of you.

"I seem to recognize the three of you from this morning. What business do you have in this area of town? You didn't happen to see another Mirialan around, did you?"
Sep 23, 2021 3:42 pm
Another? This one was enough trouble!
Sep 23, 2021 3:50 pm
"Partners. Kuvo is the lookout, the distraction. Jinvu is the other; doesn't look a threat, but the little man very skilled at what he does. If you haven't seen him, it means Kuvo has done his job... "

Mirach lets out a heavy sigh.

"...and Jinvu has visited my home."
Sep 23, 2021 11:16 pm
"Err...excuse me. What sort of business would these Kuvo and Jinvu characters be in?"
Sep 24, 2021 1:37 pm
Mirach takes a quick look about before stepping in a little closer.

"Let's just say Gen and his Imperial friends don't like to be told 'no'. Those characters are his way of sending a message to those who won't play his game. You see, Gen knows, that I know, something he wants to know."

She leans in a little closer and speaks just above a whisper.

"I know who you are."
Sep 24, 2021 4:16 pm
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did only Kip hear that last part?
Sep 24, 2021 4:34 pm
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No, she’s talking to all three of you now.
Sep 25, 2021 3:35 pm
Kip plays dumb for a bit longer.

"And, uhh, who would that be?"
Sep 25, 2021 4:56 pm
'It would appear our fame has preceded us. Yes, we are legendary rock band, Star Waver! But perhaps we could sign autographs away from the crowd?'
Sep 25, 2021 7:35 pm
"Star Waver!?" Mirach responds with a chuckle.

"Which one of you is Gee the Hutt again?" she asks, raising an eyebrow.

"We should go someplace a little more quiet to talk. If Gen has any more of his thugs around they'll eventually put two and two together. How about Jatso Park? In an hour? Been wanting to have a sit down with the infamous Falu Four."
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I've only seen the first three episodes of Visions, going to be hard to beat The Duel!
Sep 27, 2021 2:46 pm
'Splendid, that will give us time to make one last stop. We'll see you there.'
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just finished Visions last night. I think The Duel is still my favorite.
Sep 28, 2021 3:24 am
"...See you then."

Kip, if allowed, leaves the area.

He frowned slightly as he came to a speculation from the information gathered so far. From the diary entries he found in Mirach's home, she was definitely being pressured to work with the Imperials. Though she'd apparently had not been leaking FSF communications until now, that didn't necessarily mean that she was opposed to selling the Falu Four out, depending on where her loyalties lie. Judging from the unused children bedrooms, Kip had a feeling that she probably also had some strong incentives to cooperate.

In short, they'd have to treat the meeting with some measure of caution.

When out of the area, Kip relays the information that he found in Mirach's home, and his speculations based off of it.

"It's just a suspicion, but I think it's best if we prepare for the case where Mirach betrays us. If she doesn't, we'll consider that a pleasant surprise."
Sep 29, 2021 4:55 pm
'Well, we need to see what surprise the last stop has in store for us first. Let's be quick about it so you aren't late for your date in the park.' Guy says with a smirk
Sep 29, 2021 10:20 pm
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Off to see Gen then?
Oct 2, 2021 12:05 am
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Sure, why not.
Oct 4, 2021 12:37 am
The trip from Mirach's to the headquarters of GTG Heavy Industries is just a short walk to Falu's corporate area. Here many companies, including Gen's, have offices away from their main manufacturing centers on the far west of town.

Almost all of the buildings have well maintained and groomed courtyards leading to their entrances, and GTG Heavy Industries is no exception. The walkway from the street is lined with immaculately sculpted topiaries, mostly of animals native to the grasslands of Bolygo. There is a short line of people dressed in business attire waiting to enter, each ready with code cylinders or other forms of identification in hand.
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Like most of the buildings in this district, the GTG building is a mix of office, lab, and a small amount of warehouse space. This building appears to have four floors of offices judging from the windows in front.
Oct 4, 2021 5:04 pm
Guy sighs heavily Well, how to we even get in there, and if we do, what then. We don't need to end up on anyone else's radar, and we don't know which side Mirach is on.
Oct 6, 2021 12:02 am
"...Honestly, I thought you've had a plan."
Oct 6, 2021 9:06 pm
Those waiting to get into the building are quickly ushered in by the two guards out front. Once the queue is empty one of the men lights a cigarette, which the two pass back and forth while they chat.
Oct 6, 2021 9:21 pm
Guy replies 'Well, I'd like to sneak in and have you get what info you can off of his computer. I'll redirect anyone who get curious, and if that doesn't work, Gurag can, . . . temporarily incapacitate them. But again, I don't know how much time we have.'
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Oct 7, 2021 1:39 am
"Two questions. One, how do we get past the security? Two, what if Gen is in his office?"
Oct 7, 2021 9:48 pm
'I would have liked to try and borrow one of the employees ID cards, but unfortunately they are all on the way in.' Guy think for just a moment more 'This may be a primary school level idea, but let's just set of the fire alarm?'
Oct 8, 2021 12:17 am
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Didn't someone from the group grab some ID from Lt. Francine Huulite during the first ambush?
Oct 8, 2021 1:28 am
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isn't that an Imperial? I thought this was a civilian facility? Not that I'm opposed to trying it of course :)
Oct 8, 2021 1:58 am
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It is Imperial - but it is an ID.
Oct 8, 2021 3:50 am
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up to you if you want Kip to try and use it
Oct 8, 2021 10:24 pm
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Was that ID from the officer we took the boots from? If so, wouldn't it be drawing attention to ourselves, since Gen was probably expecting a visit from the Imperials today?
Oct 10, 2021 2:30 pm
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I think we could use the ID to draw him out, but that still wouldn't get us in. We could get Kip a disguise kit, but I don't think we have time for that.
Oct 11, 2021 10:48 pm
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Hmm. Maybe Kip could rewrite it, but could he do that without having slicing gear?
Oct 12, 2021 9:33 pm
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Rewriting a ID would take some time, tools, and some expertise.
Oct 12, 2021 9:59 pm
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Hmm, maybe we skip this one until after we talk to the cop lady?
Oct 12, 2021 10:17 pm
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Sounds good to me.
Oct 12, 2021 11:30 pm
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I'll have something up tomorrow for the meeting with Mirach.
Oct 13, 2021 8:02 pm
The walk to Jatso Park takes you back past Mirach's apartment complex where two members of the FSF are posted outside the entrance checking identification of those entering the building. A half a kilometer further down the road is a small, wooded plot of land which sits between two office buildings; Jatso Park.

The park is completely empty save Mirach and a male human sitting at stone table. The man is dressed in a long leather coat and has a thick, dark beard. Seeing you arrive, she waves you over to join them.
Oct 13, 2021 8:23 pm
'Well, this looks cozy and inviting. Although she didn't mention she was bringing a date.
Oct 14, 2021 12:24 am
"Hmph, I don't like this. But we can't keep her waiting, I suppose."
Oct 14, 2021 10:03 pm
Gurag grunts "She'd have been an idiot to come on her own. Let's she what her and her 'date' have to say" as he finishes he starts striding over to the table
Oct 15, 2021 12:44 am
The bearded man greets all of you with a friendly nod as you join him and Mirach near the center of Jatso Park. He sits quietly and appears to be a little nervous, constantly looking around the area as if expecting someone to jump out at any second.

The FSF sergeant takes a quick peek around as well, but seems far more relaxed than her associate.

"I wasn't sure you'd actually show up, but I'm glad that you're all here." she says, speaking just loud enough to be heard.

"As you a now know, I am aware of who you are and the good that you've been doing for the citizens of Falu. Unfortunately some of those who are benefiting from the Imperial presence are planning on drawing you out into the open."

On cue the bearded man hands Mirach a datapad.

"Kyle here has discovered that Grewhit Gen is planning on holding a press conference in a week's time announcing that he has captured the Falu Four, even going so far as marching them out in binders and handing them over to the Imperials. From some of the communications that Kyle has intercepted between Gen and his thugs it sounds as though they're just going to grab innocent citizens or some of Gen's competitors in hopes that you'll make an appearance at the press conference to try and stop the injustice."

Mirach takes a deep breath and slowly exhales waiting to see how you react to this information.
Oct 15, 2021 1:49 am
Kip turns towards the bearded man.

"Kyle, was it? I don't think we met before, have we?"
Oct 15, 2021 5:40 am
Guy just shrugs uncaringly 'How many people know of Grewhit' s plan? Let him turn in some unfortunate fools. That would take the heat off of us and we can continue to do what we do. Hopefully be rid of the Empire before the next cycle. Speaking of unwanted pest,have you dealt with your visitor yet?
Oct 15, 2021 7:56 pm
"Not directly... as such. No." Kyle responds, breifly glancing towards Kip as he does.
Mirach is clearly taken aback by Guy's response.

"Those unfortunate fools may very well be the same people that your actions have been protecting! I will not let Gen put on some sort of show for the Imperials where innocent citizens of this city are carted off by The Empire. I'd would have thought..."

Kyle jumps in before a clearly frustrated Mirach can continue.

"We should kill the fat bastard and be done with it!" he says with a slight chuckle. "Your little city here would be a lot safer with him gone."

"Only he and his associates are aware of the plan as far as I can tell, I don't think he's even contacted his Imperial keepers yet. As I become more aware of any more details I can forward them along."
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Everyone should take a 2Purple 1Black Perception check at this point.
Oct 15, 2021 9:52 pm
Kip was confused about why Guy said that, but kept it to himself. Perhaps he had his own plan.

Rolls

Perception

3 Advantage, 4 Failure

Total: 4 Failure, 3 Advantage

Oct 15, 2021 10:08 pm
Gurag gives Guy some serious stink eye before speaking "Yeah, I ain't about to let someone who don't deserve it take the fall fer me.....if we knew they'd got some scumbags lined up for it well it might be different but if it's just random folks off the street that aint gonna fly"

Rolls

Perception

2 Success, 1 Advantage, 1 Failure, 2 Threat

Total: 1 Success, 1 Threat

Oct 15, 2021 10:37 pm
Rarely one to stick his own neck out, Guy continues. 'So we rescue people and spring a trap custom set for us? Or we attempt to remove a target that knows we are coming? I don't like our odds in either of those scenarios.' he looks to Mirach 'Why not just arrest the sleaze bag? Or did you have something else in mind?'
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I don't think we should let innocents die, just trying to stay in character. Guy would want some assurance for his safety.

Rolls

Perception

3 Success, 2 Advantage, 1 Failure, 3 Threat

Total: 2 Success, 1 Threat

Oct 16, 2021 4:23 pm
"It's only a trap after it's been set." Kyle responds, a slight grin on his face. "Gen doesn't know that we're onto his plan and that gives us a huge advantage. The way I see it we have a few options."

He pauses and looks towards Mirach who nods her approval for him to continue.

"We stop his teams from collecting civilians. I should be able to continue to intercept his communications and let you know when and where they'll strike. I'm afraid this will only tip Gen off and we'll miss our chance to remove him."

"Another option would be to extract him and deliver him to my superiors, which would be very beneficial to those who oppose the Imperial presence on your planet and may even lead us to figure out why they've come in the first place."

"Final option is a more... permanent removal. Not the resolution my superiors would hope for, but one they would find acceptable."

Mirach breaks in at this point.

"I would be able to drum up some official FSF support for dealing with the civilian abductions, but can not offer resources if you choose to deal with Gen in a more direct manner. The man has his hooks into more than a few high level officers on the force and you can be sure they'll do what they can to protect him."
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Kyle's voice and manner of speaking is very familiar to that of the anonymous contact who has provided details of the Resource Teams you have ambushed in the past.
Oct 17, 2021 2:25 am
"Who are these superiors of yours, Kyle?"
Oct 17, 2021 5:03 am
In a manner that suggest he's only partially joking, Kyle responds to Kip's query,

"Who the hell isn't one of my superiors?"

"But for this particular mission it's one Nibev Hibl, who captains the Onkentes, a frigate of the Rebel Fleet."
Oct 18, 2021 6:33 pm
Guy looks to Kyle and ask, 'So what is Hibl offering if we can bag Gen? And is he picking up, or do we need to deliver?' then he ask skeptically of Mirach, 'and you can guarantee to no FSF interference if attempt this?'
Oct 18, 2021 10:27 pm
Kip lets Guy talk. It seems that he turned into a different person whenever money came up.
Oct 19, 2021 7:01 pm
"Other than his undying gratitude, you mean?" Kyle chuckles.

"If you can help me deliver Gen to the Alliance, I'm sure you'll be compensated - he's paid out handsomely to mercenaries in the past. Not only that, it will be a start to figuring out why the Empire is setting up just outside your town. Once we have that figured out we can work on removing them as well!"
Oct 19, 2021 8:14 pm
Guy cringes a bit at being compared to a mercenary. Surely their reputation wasn't that rough? 'Assuming my associates and I are in, how do we contact you once we've finished the job?'
Oct 19, 2021 8:27 pm
"With this.", Mirach chimes in, discretely placing a small comm-device on the table.

"I'd suggest using this if you plan on abducting Gen. If you let me know when you plan to strike I can make sure that I'll just happen to be at the station. I can't promise that the FSF won't try and do their sworn duty, but I'll do my best to misdirect any calls that may come in and keep you up to date with anything I can't control."

She takes a quick, cautious look around before standing from her seat.

"If you do manage to grab that slimy ImpSymp, I'll hail Kyle and we'll work out a drop. For now I have to get back before someone realizes I'm gone."

As she turns and takes her leave Kyle can't help but to break into a huge smile.

"So... Are you in?"
Oct 20, 2021 10:56 pm
'I can't speak for the whole team, give us a moment to confer. Guy says, walking with his team just out of earshot. 'This could be risky, but the payoff would be worth it I think. Anything that gets up one step closer to getting the Imps off planet. So I guess we're doing this?'
Oct 21, 2021 10:28 pm
"I suppose it's for the best. It would be great if we could secure someone like Mirach in the FSF as an ally."
Oct 24, 2021 12:36 am
"Well? What do you guys think?"
Oct 24, 2021 3:44 am
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was waiting for gurag to chime in. We can move forward.
Oct 24, 2021 3:38 pm
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We can wait - just tell Kyle to hold his horses. :-)
Oct 25, 2021 2:35 pm
Guy pops his head out of the groups huddle 'One second sir, this isn't a decision we will make without proper consideration.' he then add quetly to the group; 'No harm in letting him sweat a bit. So we're agreed, we bag this guy, and deliver him to the FSF?'
Oct 25, 2021 10:08 pm
Gurag nods "Aye, I'm in. Let's get this kriffer"
Oct 25, 2021 10:41 pm
Guy turns back to the man waiting patiently 'Well Kyle, we've discussed it, and have decided that we will indeed snag, bag, and tag this scum for you.' he says before grabbing the comlink Mirach left on the table.
Oct 26, 2021 11:48 pm
"That's good to hear! You'll be helping not just your town, but the Rebellion as well. I will contact you all tomorrow with what I believe is Gen's itinerary for the next few days. When you have a plan in place, please contact Mirach and she will do what she can to keep the FSF from responding."

Kyle steps up from the table and takes a slow look around.

"If there is nothing else, I need to get back."
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If there are no questions for Kyle you're free to go anywhere you'd like. If you'd like to wait until Kyle contacts you the following day, we can jump right to that as well.
Oct 27, 2021 6:02 pm
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'no questions for Kyle. I guess we can meet at a diner and come up with ideas before we hear from him. Or wait and see what info he provides?
Oct 29, 2021 3:53 pm
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I've no particular preference.
Oct 30, 2021 1:52 am
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If there's no specific option chosen or anything you want to do, I'll move things along on Monday. May look to pick up one more player as well to give us four.
Oct 30, 2021 6:19 am
If Kyle is going to give us his schedule I figure we'd come up with a plan then. If you want to add a fourth player we this may be a good spot? Or after we bag the guy?
Oct 31, 2021 1:49 am
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Sounds good to me. It was a bit funny running three guys as the Falu Four.
Oct 31, 2021 2:40 am
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it's an excellent cover. No one will suspect us if mthey only see three of us. Lol
Mar 30, 2022 8:20 pm
"A bonus!?" the voice responds sharply.

"You two were supposed to have eliminated them days ago. Don't push your luck!"

In the background you can hear another conversation being had, it's hard to tell who might be talking but you can make out someone say "Whaymel and his wife will be dealt with tonight."

"You two, head over to Shipburn's place. He'll have a package for me I'll need for tomorrow. Grab it and bring it to me."

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