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INTRO::Location: TeamFortress UniverseMap : BorneoObjective: Push the PayloadTeam : BLU : Attacking:On a typical day , in a war like time ,in a equally typical suspicious looking place two teams of mercenary armies fight each other for what has to be for the hundredth time for the hundredth year or so , who actually knows how long such a cycle goes for , Scout certainly doesn't he is still pretty new to this in a way , been part of Blu army for 2 years , he was 13 when he joined , or well he barely passed for a tall 14 year old and only reason he ''legally'' was accepted is cause he was skilled at what they needed and he practically begged to join needing the money it offered , so here he is finally 15 legal age finally , joined to young , lost a lot of innocence but worth it to provide for his family who has equally as young members including some very old members that need money for medication, it was all worth it to help provide for his family, even the ridicule and jeers he got from some of his team which he honestly can ignore especially as he has SOME friends within the team.Scout huffed as he pushed the payload a literal bomb on a cart , -seriously how has this thing not blown up when shot at!?- so far him being the only one as his team has gotten WAY to distracted pushing THEMSELVES up the track killing REDs , sure its helping in keeping them at bay but his a Scout ! not a heavy , he is really putting his leg strength to the use here and his metal leg least helps a bit in this situation but this is a slow going process, - Seriously where is EVERYONE!?- he yelps and ducks as a bullet reicohetes off the cart and he hears a mumbled curse a bit aways, staying down he see's the familiar dot of a sniper rifle , Scout grits his teeth and his finger clicks a button on his headset." Hey Spy? If ya lurking around I need help, kinda pinned by the Red Sniper and I can't push the cart with him trying to take mah head"clicking his button again to turn his mic off he huffs and tries inching the cart forward which from how low he is crouched isn't much or hardly at all, hearing no confirmation over mic Scout listens carefully and keeps an eye on the dot that seems to frustratingly disappear and reappear trying to fake him out , -yea not falling for that pal- not long after it disappears again he hears the pained screams of the Red Sniper and a small click through his head set which clicks again, Spy's way of answering which is annoying sometimes but makes sense especially if he has already moved on to another target and not wanting to reveal himself.Standing once more and peaking around Scout gets to pushing again putting some more gusto into his movement knowing if he waits any longer he will get an earful from his Team , he perks up hearing footsteps rapidly approaching suddenly , pulling out his guillotine ready to slice any potential Red about appear when he hears .>MPHut!<BLU Pyro appears or well Scout hopes it his Pyro he holds the blade out eyes narrowed, the pyro tilts his head for a second before perking up and takes their glove out and running their finger across the blade producing blood then gives a thumbs up." Ah its You mumbles , sorry about that">No prbfffm< They answer putting their glove on then bracing themselves on the cart pushing alongside Scout who sighs at having help and the fact the cart is going a lot faster now , two people better than one especially as they watch each others backs and get closer to the enraged yelling of one of the Soldiers - Hard to tell which- and gunfire."Thanks for the help man , really needed it">Of crse ! Engi Herrd you ova mic! Asked me to giv you asstance, srrfghy about leafing you behind< The Pyro apologises and cheers when they get over the second checkpoint and continuing on with the pushing , Scout quickly pulling his pistol out when he notices a blur shooting receiving a pained cry from the RED Spy who uncloaks holding their shoulder, Pyro reacts and turns their flamethrower to their unfortunate victim with glee flaring it to life , Scout winces at the screams and looks away as he hears the skin crackle and pop away on the now dead extra fried Spy." Ruthless dude, man he is gonna be sore when he respawns"Pyro gives a muffled chuckle giving the are a quick scan before returning back to pushing , as the near the garage the beeping of turrets alerts them then a friendly call gets their attention ."Heya fella's! glad you got here , sorry about leaving ya scoot thought ya had back up" The texan rubs their neck sheepishly " The rest of the team has RED pretty much trapped by their Spawn which is ticking them off so they have started pushing back against them some managed to slip on by but ya know how our folks are, gonna taunt them till they can't no more" Engineer sighs as he hops down from his perch to speed up the cartThe runner huffs " Is fine is fine , ya help with keeping point Hardhat, killed RED Spy not long ago so ya should keep stand by ya machines"]A few mins gone ain't gonna be a worry besides once we speed this up, we can get a good deserved drink after [they grin at Scout which they hear Pyro agreeing with his mumbles as they push all the way through the garage , this is the thing that the Runner likes , Engi and Py are his best pals in the team with the occasional other but the rest of BLU pretty much ignores him or berate him , seeing as they treat this war as a game which honestly how can they not? They Respawn after dying just like a game but it ain't pleasant and Scout was reminded a year ago while it SEEMS like a GAME it is NOT , his robot foot reminds him of this everyday to the rest of his life now, Respawn failures IS a thing here , it CAN happen but everyone chooses to ignore it , not Scout though, he acknowledges it and does his best not to die as much or if at all now and he knows Engineer and Pyro do their best too, its a small fear that stuck with them as they helped him during his recovery.Reaching the Third checkpoint they huff taking a small breather ,the Scout looks to Engi who cracks his back with a groan making him snort."Best get back to ya spot gramps, pushing ain't ya thing and that Spy will be back by now "He gets a small smack to the head , playful of course from the Hardhat]I'm not that old son [ he smiles and chuckles ] yea yea I'll head back and pack up move up here[The runner nudges Pyro " You too , go cover him I got the cart"Pyro tilts his head unsure but when a BLU dot appears between them catching their attention they turn to the source seeing THEIR Sniper who gives them a hand signal ** Go ahead ,I'll cover him**That eases their minds and they nod , the two Mercs heading off to gather Engineers tools and machines , Scout gives Sniper a salute - Must of read our lips- he thinks and takes a stretch shaking his arms and legs out before pushing once more .Sniper is another teammate who seems to care for Scout though he prefers to be alone and away from the rest , the runner managed to get on his good side , the Australian doesn't talk much and thats fine he listens though to Scouts rants and helps cheer or distract him, truth is Scout sees him as a cool silent older brother who looks like he doesn't care. but if Scout got punched well the Australian will knock the offenders teeth out, the Aussie surprisingly protective and he knows from experience when they were on a day off and that literally happened.Visiting a town Scout and other Mercs were out late having fun , a little tipsy the runner was leaving a bar heading to the hotel he was staying in which happened to have a caravan park which is where he was walking past when he didn't notice a drunk creep follow him and not only try mug him , tried to take his clothes off, Scout fought back but the dude was a fat fuck , thankfully Sniper appeared hearing the struggle and pulled the pig off him and promptly knocked his teeth out both from a punch then a curb stomp, the silent assassin escorting the young barely adult to his room which is when their friendship seemed to slip into place and lock in.Scout can't help a smirk at the memory , sure it was scary back then but the look on the creeps face was priceless though that smirk is wiped off when he hears Snipers rifle go off then an explosion a few metres ahead of him , then the screaming of a drunk Scotsmen -SHIT SNIPES SHOT A GRENADE IN THE AIR- he realises and flings himself backwards as more grenades are shot towards the cart sniper unable to shoot them all for him , he then has to do a quick back bend to avoid a blade to the head - This duel wielding fucker-.Red Demoman with a sword in one hand and grenade launcher in the other grins madly at him as he swings and shoots at the runner alternating between him and Sniper , grenades fly to Snipes hiding spot causing them to relocate as Scout shoots at the Demo with his pistol when he can , the mad RED infant of him literally dances away from the shots never stop moving -Honestly the most annoying Demoman in history-Dodging , shooting , rolling Scout grits his teeth , radish brown eyes narrowing as he tries to find a opening , when the Demoman shoots a grenade at him he takes a gamble with their bounciness and kicks it back with his metal foot deflecting it and causing it to explode on impact with the Scotsman who yells stunned for a moment , Scout takes the opportunity to embed a few bullets in him but the bastard is moves making all shots non lethal as he gets out of the way then TOO many grenades coming at him , he runs cursing and looking for cover as he is chased and forced to dodge the over sized glowing bullets , he gets up high and out of sight to reload his gun, hearing the yelling gibberish of the mad man he huffs .+COME OUT COME OUT YA LITTLE RAT!!!!++ they yellSearching for him, peeking around the corner he glares as he sees the man firing in all sorts of directions to try flush him out ,Scout aims and fires but the lucky bastard tripped on his drunk feet making him miss and curse as they recover laughing and firing in his direction , Scout jumps out of his spot and grabs his guillotine , he never misses with his guillotine and throws, it curves through the air looking like it will miss but lands in the REDs shoulder causing him to cry out in pain and grip the over sized chopping blade and in their drunkin stupidity pull it out, blood gushes everywhere and the Demoman suddenly charges up red sparks emitting from the damage wooden shield on their arm and they come FLYING towards the runner who leaps to the side picking up his fallen weapon though before he can throw it again the Demoman recovered first and flattens him to the ground , for added effect winding him by placing their foot on his stomach making the Scout wheeze.+ Aw you shouln of done THAT BOYO!+ The scotsmen raises their sword ready to plunge it down into his chest when suddenly a blue dot appears and BOOM! The Reds body crumbles and falls and Scout huffs pushing them off him ,hearing footsteps he looks up to his teams Sniper offering a hand, he takes it gratefully."Thanks...."he groans and Sniper nods making a gesture to the PayLoad ** Push ?** the runner nods and together the two start pushing the cart , Engineer and Pyro arriving not long after to help out making it way faster .Finally with the effort of all four they make it to the RED base where the rest of their team is having a ball with trapping the Reds in spawn ,BLU Soldier looks to the new arrivals.#WELL ITS ABOUT TIME YOU SISSIES GOT HERE#Engineer glares [ Is not like ya helped push ] Soldier huffs waving him off #I HELPED PLENTY TO KEEP THESE RED PANSIES OFF YOUR BACKS#Pyro mumbles which gets a finger jabbing to his direction by the mad veteran # WHAT DID YOU SAY TO ME?#> Nothin<#DAM STRAIGHT IT WAS NOTHING NOW PUSH THAT THING IN THE HOLE FOR THE KABOOM!#BLU Demon yells in elation just as drunk as his Red counterpart ^ KABOOOOOOOOM^Medic and Heavy roll their eyes and continue taunting and killing any RED that tries to escape and stop them , actually Red Heavy and BLU Heavy get in a arm wrestling match which creates a betting ring , Scout huffs and with the help of his pal they pause for a second , all four of them ,himself , Engi, Pyro and Snipes have one foot on the cart , a silent count down then they all push , leap backwards and away as the cart falls into the hole then .KAAAAABOOOOM!!!!!! BLU VICTORY!!!
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Location: HydroTime: 7pm ( A few hours after blowing up the REDs Borneo base)Team: BLU BLU Team being in high spirits after defeating the REDs today (cough cough half the team camping spawn) and taunting the enemy team , Demoman and Soldier are happily gathering supplies ( Tonne of alcohol ) for celebration and retellings of what they did ( Ignoring the people who did ACTUAL work) and preparing the games while Engineer and Pyro start gathering supplies for dinner the two being the best cooks amongst them all , besides Sniper but he hates cooking for others ( Especially for Soldier and Medic) specifically , said Aussie is promptly sneaking away to his corner with his own beer ,Spy shadowing him not wanting to be near the loud drunkiness and no doubt rowdy behaviour that is bound to happen , Medic and Heavy laugh along with Soldier and Demo , Heavy bragging how he is stronger than his Red counterpart and so on.Scout huffs and heads to the kitchen opening the fridge needing a drink badly after all that pushing , opening the door he scans for his favourite drink grabbing a few cans of Atomic Bonk Plutonium Berry , closing the door he checks in with the texan and mystery fire lover ." Need any help ?"The texan glances at Scout giving a smile [ Nah Scoot we good here , go sit down I know ya gotta be tuckered out from that workout]Pyro nods and gives the younger man a few pats on the shoulder.The runner hums and heads to the quiet corner with Sniper and Spy sitting down , plopping his cans next to him and opening one before downing the incredibly sweet and to most highly dangerous liquid as it has real radiation in it like its nothing , licking his lips after gulping it down he sighs basically flopping in his chair getting a snort from the Australian next to him , Spy just side eyes him and pulls out a pack of cards with a raised eyebrow.Scout nods and makes gesture to deal him in , Sniper doing the same waiting , this is the thing Scouts like about these two while Spy likes staying in the grey area between the two groups or well three? in their team , its clear while they are a team one half doesn't like the other half least to an extent not like ether side really cares, much, Soldier really hates it if he thinks his being disrespected especially as he self promoted himself as Team Commander , Demoman being his best friend but subordinate and a submissive one at that , Medic being Soldiers second in Command and Heavy not caring, all of them treat this war as a money cash grab game which honestly could be, but its the way they go about it that pisses Scout off, they are not careful at all even after the incident with his foot or even after the horror stories of other Teams Respawn failures strangely becoming more frequent. The fact they just push and push to the point they are suppressing a lot of shit , he knows the Reds are on their last straw with his team Spawn camping for the last 2 weeks that frustration has been building and he has seen it, the way that Red Demoman was literally going mad duel wielding which the Boss usually doesn't allow but has been very forgiving lately , which he can't blame her bet she is bored as hell with this one sided winning spree, and her not stepping in ? Scout has no doubt she is waiting and getting giddy waiting for the REDs heads to explode and retaliate hopefully in a new exciting way for their next battle while he himself dreads it cause who knows what they will do.The runner blinks as he is flicked on the side of his head , his Burgundy red eyes looking to the source seeing Sniper give him a look and gesture with his hand * Cards?* Scout looks down realising his turn in the game he thinks and looks to his hand that he unconsciously picked up while lost in thought seeing he has at least 2 good cards , he ops to trade one card and put in a chip or two then glances around, Spy hums and adds a few chips himself its always hard to read his face especially as he wears a hat that covers his eyes when he looks down (The Charmers Chapeau ) , then theirs Snipers glasses that surprisingly don't reflect his cards though the small twitch in his brow shows he most likely has a bad hand as he exchanges some cards then adds chips.This cycle goes for a few more mins before Spy places down a straight flush causing Scout to curse and Sniper to huff having Three of a kind and he himself a bad hand , Spy smirks at winning then looks up as Engineers voice calling .[ Alright boys ! Dinners done come get what ya need!] The texan calls having laid out with Pyro's help a buffet style of food assortments , Scout gets up knowing if he isn't quick Soldier and Demo will still the best parts so he launches from his chair grabbing a plate skimming through the buffet then dodging around Soldier who GROWLS at him , he can't help the grin that splits his face as he also grabs a second plate grabbing more food , he laughs as Soldier looks like he is about to launch at him when he scoops up some mash potatoes he was eyeing then runs back to his spot sitting down and handing the second plate to the quiet Australian."picked ya favourites pal"Sniper smirks taking the plate and starts eating and Spy rolls his eyes drinking some wine that he magically got from somewhere? When did he?....nah he don't care and starts digging into his own plate listening to Engineer scold Soldier on not making a mess or wrestling Demoman for whatever their are after, some bouncing footsteps gets his attention seeing their mystery pyromanic sit with them lifting the bottom of their mask."Sup mumbles, is that ya spicy beef strips?"> Yesh ,felt like spice< their ashy voice answers quietly and happily , theirs a snort heard and the frenchmen finally speaks up = You alvays feel like spice, you walking lighter fluid=[Now now no need for that Spy] Engi cuts in sitting down with them , Pyro shrugs not bothered by the name and continues eating and Spy rolls his eyes as they sit down with small chatter while the group behind them loudly chat.Scout hums swirling his mashed potatoes into his gravy then his peas thinking as he scoops it into his mouth , honestly the only way he will eat his vegetables , munching quietly his mind drifts off again to the Red problem unable to stop himself from feeling anxious, especially when his mind locks onto how frustrated they all looked , something bad is gonna happen he just knows it , its building or has been for awhile now nagging at his brain, hopefully they lose tomorrow man Soldier will kick his butt if he ever heard him admit to wanting their own team to lose, call him a traitor , a back stabber , snake , all those names he saves for Spies with the worst of his curses and most likely try grind his bones to dust.[Scoot you ok? Ya been spacing out a lot lately] The texan like Sniper did early snaps him out of his thoughts, Scout sighs swallowing his food and looks to him." Yea listen Tex, i...got that feelin again"Engineer frowns looking worriedly at him , Pyro tilts their head to look at Scout > Feeling?<"Mm yea a year ago when I lost my foot, well before that I felt a ....I think the words foreboding? Feeling like man something bad is gonna happen , then BOOM no more leg a few days later" he gestures to the metal appendage then takes some bites of his meat."Like I don't mean to be a downer to a victory but, we been having to many? Sure winning is great and all but....the REDs are starting to look real pissed lately and kinda worried they gonna do something....stupid?" he says unsure and avoids eye contact.Sniper hums next to him and offers some gestures displaying his thoughts * Get what ya mean , my instincts been prickly* he admitsSpy leans foward = Prickly how?=While the frenchmen hardly indulges anything in their group besides with Sniper he has learned that the Aussies instincts are quite on point most times, that and he has genuine curiosity to want to know everything there is , hell he loves gaining information on anything he can get his hands on.*Like the string bean said , foreboding*Scout gives the Australians shin a kick at the nickname eyes narrowed getting a amused look from him.=Seen Anything suspicious?=Sniper thinks scratching his chin * Their Sniper been using melee more, seems to be taking things personally* he gestures with a few signs in between *Their Soldier actually plotting , seems serious what I managed to lip read , but no proper information *Engineer rubs his head [ So we gotta keep our eyes on those two ? ]= Best too, but besides that I see no problem] Spy waves a dismissive hand getting up to get his food finallyScout sighs and continues eating "Yea lets set this aside and have fun"_____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________Location:StandinThe moment Scout woke up he knew something horrible would happen, he woke up early too cause of the absolute airy pit he felt in his stomach, biting his lip he quickly checked his closet opening it and moving shoes out the way, opening a hidden hatch he pulls a box out of his floor and headed straight for Engineers workshop, no one goes in their especially Soldier, only those Engi trusts can go in and thats where the runner hides the box in one of the many draws that he frequently uses cars today feels like his last day.Which honestly he is pretty dam sure it is as he is thrusted into the present dodging bullets from Red Heavy's mini gun , the pit in his stomach feels ENDLESS with how airy and floaty he feels , he pants both winded and not least physically.-Focus dam it focus- he pulls his guillotine out , peeks for a second to get a good look where Heavy is then throws curving his hand just right and like a boomerang the spinning blade curves back landing its target as it imbeds itself in the Reds hand getting a pained cry from them , taking the opening Scout jumps out with his pistol and unloads multiple rounds into the fat man gritting his teeth as the medic behind him keeps HEALING them he decides to back off behind more cover and run to find another target cause he was honestly getting no where with that duo.So far this battle has been the fairest they had ever since their 2 week winning spree, it also feels like their most brutal as he witnessed very bloody deaths more so than normal , he witnessed Pyro get market gardened from the Red Soldier and seeing as they didn't die straight away he got a horribly good view of a shovel GROUNDED into Py's throat SLOWLY, Scout made sure the bastard got a chest full of bullets as revenge for his friend who when Respawned looked a bit shaky, then Medic's death while the runner and him don't get along well it was still a horrible sight as Red Spy and Sniper ganged up and shanked, stabbed and gutted the Doctor when separated from Heavy like that one roman dude in history.Basically the REDs are out for fucking blood today and BLU is wary as fuck and for good reason especially him , he does not want to Respawn today , his mind screams he won't respawn, at all something bad is gonna happen something worse than those deaths and he doesn't know what just knows the endless pit in his stomach , knows the strange invisible rope pulling and pulling , tugging him towards danger which he quickly wrenches back against cause he is NOT ready, not ready to go, not yet, no not at all he wants to at least do something good for his team before he goes, before he can no longer pull back or fight back, so here he is doing what he does best, what his sole purpose is, what a Scout suppose to be, a runner , he runs and runs and runs, chips off damage when he can but runs and dodges .Being a nuisance to the other team , a distraction as his team gathers and rallies,pissing the REDs off more and more till he is their sole focus cause Control point B is nearly there's just a few more seconds and he can move on to the final point , continue his tactic granted though being a target like he is isn't the best way to survive especially as his counterpart can keep up with him unlike the rest but throwing himself into extreme parkour really throws off his counterpart as he becomes as unpredictable as possible to STAY alive , cause if this really is his last day by gods is he gonna make it memorable for his team be it a good way or bad, maybe bittersweet , win the battle loose a member.Skidding to stop in one of the buildings rare hidden spots he pants catching his breath quietly before going back out their, the tugging on his heart, soul? is getting more insistent as he clutches his chest, a small tap tap makes him flinch and look to the source seeing HIS Sniper."shit dude , how you get up here!?'Sniper raises a eyebrow at him and gestures* Climbed up*"Gee really?" he huffs and sighs they both sit in silence for a few mins before hearing a gun shot from the Aussies sniper rifle then the rustling as he ducks behind cover, they look at Scouts panting form a bit worridly, they tap.*Foreboding?* they questionScout nods " Dude it feels like somethings pulling me somewhere, least tryin" he scrunches his face " I.... I think todays the day..."he gets a head tilt from the silent assassin."I haven't Respawned at all today , I never stopped moving....and when I finally do stop, I'm not coming back" he barely gets outThere's more silence before the runner hears movement and a hand is on his shoulder with worried eyes looking at him.* Your gonna be ok*"Ya can't know that pal...ya can't, Snipes.....Austin I ...."the name slips outSnipe-Austin frowns but theirs a look in their eyes, like a slow realisation and acceptance that mirrors his own the Australian pulls the younger close for a hug and pats his shoulder, he whispers barely heard words , the first time Scout heard actual words from the silent assassin besides airy laughter.*'' I'm sorry Razz, I'm sorry I can't help whatever's gonna happen.....''*Sco-Razz grabs onto the Aussie shuddering as he holds in his sobs "I-is not ya fault pal, I d-dunno who's is but....or if its just the universe deciding to be a prick....but thanks for being my brother and protecting me"*'' Of course mate....I ain't to...religious*'' he croaks out his unused voice airy and croaky from disuse *'' but I'd like...ta think...when we finally go, we wake up again, somewhere.....else, kinda like Respawn, but not*"Razz nods silently into his shoulder and they sit their for awhile longer before hearing over their coms that back up is needed, the two slowly pull away , Razz rubbing his face, Austin gently helping wipe the tears that managed to slip away from his eyes, they go back to signs and gestures.* Good luck out there, who knows.....maybe you be ok*"Yea....maybe, gonna go check on Engineer if I can, see ya man"he salutes and stands up he scans the area before jumping down and running , the silent assassin watching him go, his hand twitches to his blade as he hears a Spy decloak.= Is just me \Bussion\=Austin sighs at that stupid nickname his friend gives him and looks to the shifty frenchmen.*" Antoine*" he croaks outThat gets a annoyed look but he hums tilting his hat down = Do you believe the boy?=*'Yes*''=Why?=*'' His eyes , they flashed*"That gets Antoine to lift his gaze curiously =Really?=The Sniper nods *' Magic....other worldly*"Spy takes in a harsh breath then exhales he walks to stand beside his friend and pats his shoulder, he forgets sometimes that magic is real seeing as it rarely shows itself , only happens on Halloween with that god forsaken wizard and the strange fact that Austin their sniper seems intuned with magic unlike Red and Blu Demoman which are strangely cursed of able to get magical artefacts so easily.= I'm sorry your losing a brother, as much as we didn't really - hang out- I didn't mind the boy , where ever he goes may it be better than here=Antoine gestures to the bloody battlefield with maniac mercenaries screaming , bullets flying and explosions happening.Austin grunts and picks up his rifle walking off to find another spot to snipe, Spy cloaks and shadows him like he always does ._______________________________________________________________________________________________________________Razz sniffs as he runs once more his legs (leg) muscles burn with how much he has pushed himself and that emotional moment with his team mate who is basically his big brother does nothing to help him , he quickly ducks to avoid a rocket and grips his guillotine he recovered not long ago finding it one the ground bloodied and spins on his heel locking eyes to helmet with the RED Soldier and throws, the Merc surprisingly jerks back , the flying blade SKIMMING his half hidden face leaving a impressive red line from lower left chin diagonal up to his cheek then deflecting off the helmet before it could do further damage, the Scout with his spinning momentum finishes it and runs off hearing the cursed angered yelling of the Red Merc and catching his blade as it flies back to him.- Fuck fuck he is PISSEED-hearing familiar beeping as he gets to a building he hopes to whatever God or God like being out there its HIS Engi's and heads inside , he does a quick peek then back pedals -BLUE LIGHTs- he then dashes to the Sentry camp as rockets land where he was and practically dives behind the Level 3 Sentry scarring the crap out of the Texan as rockets and bullets are launched and the Red mad man chasing him becomes splattered rain.[ God darn it Scout! About gave me a heart attack! Nearly clocked ya on the head thinkin ya a Spy!] The texan huffs holding his chest and Razz can't help the laugh that bubbles up , he gives a salute and inches himself behind a corner ."Sorry man just needed away from. a veteran out for blood" he sighs[ Yea I noticed how blood thirsty the REDs are today.....you ok boy?] they ask noticing his distraught no, downtrodden expression.The runner looks at the Engineer for a second before gesturing him to get closer. "I'll be quick on this cause....I already talked to Austin" he says quietly and with saying the Australians name , Engineer knows this is a real serious conversation and kneels down next to the boy a frown on his face.[Is this about that feeling?]Razz nods"Its gotten worse man, so so much, I feel a pit in my stomach , its endless and airy with a rope, that rope is tugging and pulling me, I end up nearly taking bullets or rockets to the face when its pulling and I just manage to pull back before they hit me...Wyatt, todays the day..''Eng-Wyatt clenches his chin and grabs Scouts shoulder ready to scold him or something before he is interrupted ."Wyatt....Austin saw something , I know he did , he has accepted it and we both know about that magic stuff, he hinted at something that I'm not fully sure to believe yet but....I just wanna thank ya for being a good Dad and friend to me cause thats how I saw ya"The texans hand shakes as holds Razz shoulder with one while his gloved one clenches air, he wants to make the boy stop talking nonsense , to genie what MIGHT happen but , truth is he started feeling anxious today as well, not endless or any tugging but the feeling of something WRONG, he shakily sighs.[ I...I'm not gonna accept till I see...hear it or IF what ya feeling happens but, thank you Razz I see you as a Son, family and if today is really your last] he pulls the boy in for a hug just like Austin did , its quick but meaningful he also pulls a photo from his pocket handing it to the runner.[Keep this , for...well keepsake, I got a copy in my workshop but its of that time at the Amusement park on our off days]Razz smiles and places it in his own pocket and nods"I got something for ya too, sorry to kinda just dump it on you but, in your workshop I put a lock box with REAL important stuff in it and I trust you know what to do with it"The Engineer nods and ruffles his hair [ Stay here a little longer scoot....the middle point is still in a stalemate] he says and Scout sighs deciding he will for a bit longer."Tell Phyra if they don't cross my path that their were a cool cousin/sister/brother/sibling and all my art books go to them"Wyatt can't help the small sad smile [ No problem son, I have no doubt they know]Another 20 mins go by till Engineer is forced to relocate to defend the point , he really really didn't want to but goes anyways with Scout right by him insisting on helping , they soon meet up with Phyra the Pyro who seems to sense something around them but helps defend and keep the point capped, they just need to get the third and BOOM they are done, Razz knows that Wyatt and Austin have their eyes on him , like he will just disappear, honestly he just might but it frightens him more , hurts to know in a blink as he runs and defends and dodges, shooting etc that in a instant.!!!!BEEEP BEEP!!!!!His eyes widen as he turns automatic.-In a -The tugging feels constricting as he sees metal barrels swivel to him.!!CLICK!!-Instant-Everything slows as the first bullets fire coming ever so closer.!!!ALERT!!!-Everything-Razz's feet slip as he tries to run backwards, still in slow motion.!!!! SECURITY BREACHED!!!!!!One bullet hits his hip, a second his ribs, working upwards.!!!!CEASE FIRE!!!!-Can just-Bullets shred his chest then shoulder to pieces, he falls .!!!! RESPAWN HAS DEACTIVATED!!!!-Dissapear-Falling.....Falling....[RAZZ!!!!!!!]*"RAZZ!!!*"=SCOUT!!!=>RAAAAAAZZZZZZ!!!!<!!!!ALERT RESPAWN FAILURE!!!! Darkness........-I...don't wanna go...don't wanna...die- ...........^Thou should'th worry, Thou has been chosen ^-....wha?......-
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Location: UNKNOWNTime: UNKNOWNFloating , airy , weightless , it reminds Razz of Respawn especially with the familar aches of having his body restitched and glued together but this time seems different , no lingering ringing in his ears , his body feels numb and slightly unreal? wait it doesnt feel physical? What is happening? Where is he? Didn't he just die? Is he dead? All these questions and more he can't think of anything that would make sense in this situation .^Thou has many questions^That got his eyes to finally co-operate as they blink open rapidly and he looks around , darkness is what surrounds him as he seems to just float kinda like he is in space , he desperately searches for the voice as his heart rate spikes in panic -IS HE IN THE FUCKING VOID!?IS THIS HELL!?-^Nay....Thou in a higher plane of existence ^A Golden light appears around a giant white orb making the Scout shield his eyes squinting though the brightness is momentarily forgotten as he sees THROUGH his fingers - THE FUCK IS A GHOST!?- he thinks hestircally - WAIT WHY IS HE ONLY THINKING? WHY WON'T HIS MOUTH WORK?-^ Calm, Thou is but a soul, no physical presence as your body has died^-WELL THATS REASURING!-^Calm^ The bright sentient orb replies and Razz decides to try to finally calm down or well push the panic down for later, if there is a later and looks at the orb again thinking.- Where am I ? Who are you? and what the fuck?-^ Thou can call me Arceus,i'm the creator of the Universe , I pulled you from your Universe as you were dying, I have chosen you for a very important task^ The being says .Razz puts his translucent hands together takes a non-existent breath and says- SO let me get this straight, that fucking pulling I felt was YOU wait for the moment I die! To take my SOUL and shove me on some fanatical magical quest?.......Yea no this has be a fever fucking dream and I'm still dying as my brain is strived of oxygen and your a hallucination!-He yells in disbelief and covers his face groaning .If possible he feels a sense of humour from the giant light bulb infant of him and he narrows his eyes at it -What!?-^Thou are wrong , it's a lot to take in but I don't lie , Thou is chosen to be my Champion , I'll create you a body for your soul then send you down into my world to complete a task, Thou is to seek out all pokemon and defeat any wrong doers along the way^There's silence after that sentence before Razz can stop himself he blurts - The fuck is a pokemon?- then another pause - Wait your gonna make me a new body!?-^Pokemon are my wondrous creations , creatures that are meant to live beside humans for a better life and future, though the time I'm sending Thou is a few hundred years behind on the ahem I believe the modern term is >Relationship goals?< alone humans are weak , pokemon are not at their best but together they are stronger and for a better future people of that time need to learn^The being explains leaving a very confused ghost just floating their processing as best they can.Seeming done with their explanation and silence a small gold orb appears and a weird device floats towards the Scout who grabs it out of reflex looking over the strange , phone??? its white with gold rings on it and has that weird otherworldly feeling that Rzz remembers from ScreamFortress events when Merasmus leaves all his magic pages around the field.- Is this a phone?-^ArcPhone yes...It is Thou's tool that should help you along the way^-SHOULD?-^Now I shall depart thou to the beginning of thou quest^- Wait!? WHAT nONONONO!-Before he could protest anymore he suddenly is blinded by massive amount of light , feels the air get knocked out of him PHYSICALLY as he feels very solid then FALLING as his new weight just has him dropping , he can't help the screams that finally leave his body as he falls ,twisting and turning the sky is suddenly blue blurring with green and white and his pretty sure thats a mountain at some point and is on wind fucking current somehow as it gets smaller and smaller till he makes impact on the GROUND (surprisingly not bone shattering) proceeds to skid along across SAND ( Gonna have a major RASH now) then coughing and sputtering as his lungs fill with water as his final destination and he quickly shoots up to the surface on instinct spluttering , confused, floundering and wild eye he barely notices when claws grab his shirt , wing beats above his head and little flippers pulling him from behind collaborating as they guide him to shore where a worried British? voice calls for him and whatever has grabbed him till his lying on sand coughing up the salty liquid that invaded his body.-Wait body? He has a body again!...FUCK DOES IT HURT-[Oh Zacian! My boy are you alright!? that was quite the fall! Here let me have a look at you!] that British? voice belonging to a slightly tan man with a pretty lame light purple beanie in a lab coat helps him sit up as he groans , fussing over him the man checks him for wounds hissing slightly at all the bruises and some cuts he has gained from that fall , it takes Razz a moment to realise what else is around him blinking a few times he looks above him to see what is flapping spotting a owl? light brown with green leaves that frankly remind him of a bow tie with big black eyes tilts its round head at him curiously, he then looks down at the thing with flippers spotting a white and blue otter looking thing then heat has him turning to a....he has no idea what this fiery little echidna thingy? or is it a mouse? Man where's Sniper when ya need him? But anyways least its helping in getting him dry though still dazed he completely misses what the weird beanie dude is saying till his shoulder is touched and he flinches snapping up to meet the others eyes." W-what?"[ I said are you alright?...I'm Professor Laventon do you have a name ?]"oh uh yea....dazed I think and um I'm Razz" he answers a bit lamely as he sits there looking around , the weird owl has flown off to the water where he was dumped spotting a black blob slowly sinking which the bird scoops up and brings back , realising its his hat Razz takes it when dropped into his hand and promptly shakes and squeezes as much water as possible out of it."Uh thanks pal.....So um...Where am I?" he looks to the Professor.They perk up and give a friendly smile [ My good boy your in Hisui! at Prelude beach]" Hi-what?"[ Hisui! The Hisui region to be exact]"........I have no idea what that is...." he admitsThat gets a confused and worried look and some more examining from the other .[ Hmm well you did fall from the sky so.......hm]"Rift?''Laventon nods and points to the distance where a big mountain is which could be the very one he went pass ,only for his eyes to raise more to the big swirly mass of darkness and electricity which frankly looks like a portal to the void he might of just been in, which 50 bucks -If he still has money - on that he most certainly did.''Why is there a mass of swirly death at the top of the mountain?'' his stupid mouth said before his mind could catch up.[Honestly thats everyones greatest question right now isn't it?] they sigh and offer a hand [Come now lets get you up now that your dry thanks to Cyndaquil and get you to the village , your bruises could use some cream]The Professor says and Razz huffs agreeing as he takes the hand and is hefted up , checking his hat is now dry he shakes his white and silver end hair to get any other lingering water droplets before placing his cap on he looks down at the fiery creature -Pokemon...thats what Arceus said- named Cyndaquil."Thanks for the assist firebug"That gets happy chirps from it as it flares happily , the Scout can't help the small smirk , he loves animals man and this thing is cute , he quickly does a check of his body -New body that feels like shit- examining it best he can , still wearing the uniform he dies in the simple scout attire, bandages a little scuffed and dirty, bruises and cuts all minor though his right side of the body fucking ACHES and when he moves that side he can't help but wince especially as his adrenaline dies down , he then checks his standard scout bag that somehow survived -In honestly a lot of his shit should of broke years ago in battle- and wonders what is in it , thats a thought for later when he is alone especially as he follows Laventon to this village he is talking about then asking questions.[So my boy where do you come from? I mean beyond the rift]-Shit how will he answer that?- " uh......dunno"That makes the mans eyebrows furrow [ You don't remember?]" Nope'' he lies[Oh my...another one] he hears. quietly''What?''[Nothing! ahem so you know what pokemon are yes?]"In a way, not much though''[ Ah good! truth be told there's so much to learn about pokemon then the standard they are dangerous and wild animals ! Just many are to scared or cautious to dare approach or study them but as you can see by my little companions here they can be quite friendly and helpful! I must say I was certainly delighted to see them rush to your aid ! and for a stranger no less, it shows that they know what compassion is !]They then start rambling on and on as Razz glances down at the little creatures below him following step by step or well the weir dotter one and Cyndaquill while the owl flies next to him , soon they arrive to the gates of the village where a guard stands with a weasel looking pokemon , he gets a strange glance of suspicion which he can get especially if they witnessed him flying and falling through then across the land not long ago, Laventon talks to the dude while he stands arms crossed ignoring his mounting pain as the owl pokemon thankfully lands on his uninjured shoulder and coos at him , he can't help but automatically scratch their cheek gently remembering Austins pet owl liked that.[ Oh! How intriguing it seems Rowlet likes you!]Laventon exclaims getting his attention looking back at the man he sees stars in his eyes while the guard looks absolutely perplexed and astonished, Razz shrugs."Reminds me of something'' he answers with no elaboration as he is gestured to follow again , he does and glances around he has learned to not look like your actively looking around when in new places at it gets suspicion or makes you a target though suppose his white and silver hair accompanied with his deep Burgundy eyes doesn't help especially being an outsider obviously as he already gets looks and whispers of gossip, soon they come across a big building that still looks to be in the making and another guard stops them asking who he is etc etc he lost focus for a few mins as he takes in the shops and building design.-fffffuuuck Arceus thats right he was told not only was he dumped into a completely different world but also TIME fuck no wifi , no computers except the weird phone thing he senses in his bag and no BONK! OH FUCK NO BONK WHATS GONNA HELP HIM GET OUT OF BED NOW!>-While he has that mini existential crisis he fails to notice the guard leave then come back with a new woman who Professor Laventon nudges the scout to get his attention and when he looks over he blinks at the BLUE haired lady with the most neutral unimpressed resting face he has ever seen."um......Hi?''[Ahem , My boy this is Captain Cyllene of the Galaxy Team , this is Galaxy Hall or the Galaxy Building , Cyllene this is Razz he uh fell from the rift]That gets more whispers from those who are unshamly ease dropping and a non-expressive look from the Captain , though scout had 2 years to learn easily that while the loans face says nothing her eyes give away lot , the suspicion ,slight curiosity and examination of him.> I see and why is it you brought him here?<[ Well he was IS injured thought it was only right to get him checked and looked over as you can see by his bruises and cuts his fall was not a favourable one and also that the could possibly be a asset to the team? I mean he has already gained the favour of the pokemon , they even jumped into the water to save him!] he exclaims gesturing to the three creatures huddled around him [ Even oshawatt and the little fella is prickly around others!]"What? Is this something that doesn't happen?" - dam his stupid mouth right now- speaking before thinking he usually can control this urge but he is quite frustrated and honestly traumatised right now at dying and reliving only to nearly die again .>Not at all....hmm very well you may take him to Pesselle I'll go talk to the commander and see what he thinks then we will discuss the next steps< and with that the lady turns and walks back inside leaving the two of them, Razz cocks his head at the Professor who lets out a sigh then smiles.[Well come on then boy! Lets get you looked at!] and once again leads the way inside the Scout following along .-Just what kinda bullshit has life given him now?no GOD has given him?-
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Just a quick Intermission to show Razz's design.
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After getting gasped at , poked at and asked many questions by the medic...doctor? Nurse? Pesselle the medical professional of this Galaxy Team and got a generous amount of soothing balm and bandages for his bruises and cuts , two of the three pokemon creatures that were curiously huddled by his feet were ushered out from the medical wing , the little owl I think Rowlet it was called hangs by on a perch nearby watching , a little creepily but not menacing at all.Razz sighs as his shoulder and side of his torso was bandaged turns out the soreness and aching was cause the freaking God of this world , Arceus was its name? Copy and pasted his dam injuries -of course all healed and not serious- leaving him with bruised scars of when the REDs sentry gun ripped him apart.* Alright Razz, apply this soothing balm to your bruises each day and apply some potion* Pesselle informs him as he carefully places his shirt back on , the Scout nods and stands taking the balm and potion not even gonna question about the legalism of a freakin POTION existing, though suppose he aint to surprised after all." Thanks Doc...ah I mean Miss Pesselle"The pink haired woman raises a curious brow* Doc?*Razz rubs his neck sheepishly " Yea uh so like I had a medical ally back home that I call Doc for short its just a nickname, really I called him Medic most times"* Ah I see, curious but its alright I don't mind though don't think I can fully be qualified as a doctor , Medical Professional at best with herbs and occasional bone stuff*A throat being cleared catches their attention and Cyllene is standing at the door way standing straight as ever> Razz if you follow me the Commander would like to meet you<"Ah sure"Razz gives Pesslle a nod and follows the stiff looking woman upstairs to the Commanders office , looking around he admires the building curiously as they walk , soon they enter the Commanders office and their stood a tall built man in a kimono ? Yukta? Whatever it is its cool looking , the dude also has dark grey hair and one hell of angry eyebrows that Razz has the urge to just pluck and talk smack about but he holds his tongue for now, he looks at the Scout with suspicionthough hides it well. -This dude's aura screams Soldier and Authority- he thinks.~ Hmm So your the Faller Cyllene has informed me? It seems its true pokemon flock to you~That makes the younger man blink before realising the Rowlet followed them flying above his shoulder." Guess they do....." he mumbles~ Grmm...Razz was it? I'm Commander Kamodo of the Galaxy Team and leader of this village , I must know what is it you intend to do here?~"uuuuhhh.....I'm not fully sure? I'm kinda just going with the flow here man I have no idea what is happening , you guys are the ones interested in me and I just want some place to sleep and eat honestly"He gets stares from both the Commander and Captain clearly thinking and not expecting such a response from him,Scout shrugs he is honestly to tired to care fully at the moment and holds his hand out, Rowlet landing on it he smiles slightly giving the owl pokemon chin scratches while he waits for their reply.~ grhmm Seeing your unique skill in handling pokemon~ Kamado starts off getting Razz slightly confused attention ~ I'll be offering you this , if you agree to join the Research Team which is a team to catch , study and release pokemon to learn more about them as they are dangerous beasts~The Scout blinks a few times " Dangerous?"~ Yes here in Hisui wild pokemon are dangerous, they will not hesitate to rip you to shreds the moment they lock eyes on you ~-Not like he wasn't just ripped to shreds moments ago- he thinks " Alright sure , I ain't no stranger to danger , I'll join if it means I have a place to sleep and eat"The Commander nods pleased with his agreeance and looks to Cyllene ~ Captain if you would take our newest recruit to their quarters and devise a trial to see if they truly and officially able to join our Research Team~Cyllene nods and Razz follows the lady being escorted back outside still a little out of it , they get approached by the Professor[So? What the good Commander say?]> Razz has been offered a potion on the Research Team though he has to pass test tomorrow to see if he can truly thrive here< Cyllene informs as they keep their pace to next door of the building and gestures to the dorm.[OH GOOD! Razz that means you be working for me dear boy oh how exciting! I'm sure you will pass with flying colours!]> We will see till then this is where you be staying<Razz nods and pauses and tries to hand Rowlet off to the Professor but the Galarian shakes his head[Best keep him for now boy, Rowlet has taken quite the liking to you! Oh and these!] the man hands a box of weird dumplings to him [These are potato mochi from the WallFlower you looked peckish so I got some for you]" Sweet thanks Professor" Razz perks up at the food and nods after a few more words the two leave and the Scout finally heads inside his new living quarters sighing as he takes his shoes off and walks around familiarising himself with the place before plopping down on the mat he assumes is his new bed.-Totally gonna buy more covers and pillows this is nothing!-and then digs into his food offering Rowlet a bite hoping he can eat this stuff -its only potato so sure its fine- he hums chewing , the situation of everything thats happened not fully setting in JUST yet and once down he lies down in bed closes his eyes and drifts off.