Location: Chinatown, San Fierro >We periodically host a web-based battle royale that can include anything and anyone. Shenanigans ensue, and some people attempt to write it into semi-coherent narratives, playing the part of the characters within!Check here for additional details:https://rentry.org/HungerGamesHostingGuideUpdatedhttps://brantsteele.com/hungergames/Previous thread: >>25015361
>>25045108(Thanks.)>>25045063"Anyway, small human is close to DYING! Anyone going to help it!? Anyone....? Anybody...?""Even when dead, he still has sparkles around him...."
>>25045137Hnn...H-HEEEEELP!?>Clownpiece's feinted discomfort soon gave way to a very real panic as she realized she wouldn't get a clean outting like was the norm in these games. Furiously, she'd try to bat away at the trap with her torch.
>>25045168"If it makes ya feel any better, I didn't think you'd win, let alone survive for THIS long!"
>>25045182"WELP! There goes the other one I WANTED to win, LAME!"
>>25045193"HEY DEAD LOSERS! IT'S BETTING TIME!"[KOPAKA]Or[APPLE GIRLINGTON!]
>>25045211>Mmmm apples...
>>25045063>"Lemons could be here" she thought, "I've never been in this part of the Arena before. There could be lemons anywhere." The cool wind felt good against her skin. "I HATE LEMONS" she thought. >Girlington quickly beset the nearby competition, their dropped power points circulating through her small, fragile veins and washing away her (merited) concern of other fruit. >>25045137Where are those old fashioned values, on which we used to rely~𝅘𝅥𝅮>>25045182With a gun you can go anywhere you want! >She said to herself, out loud. >>25045193Aren't my efforts, to blossom into fruition?
>>25045182>The lunatic fairy teared up for real this time, shivering as she realized she had never seen so much of her own blood outside of herself before, having lost all feeling in her extremities.>Everything went dark, even though she could still smell the smoulders of her torch.
>>25045211>Something small, and round, that fit in her basket?.How will they like these apples?>The apple youkai felt confident in her amassed arsenal!
>>25045211"WELP! All of you are failures!""An appropriate fate! HAHA!"
Oh wow, you guys are in /bant/ now, how neat.
>>25045259>Aw man... >>25045263>Yep, we made the move back in spring of this year actually. And it's good to see you! Hope you stick around a bit.
>>25045259>Well, he is a Toa.>Congratulations.>And thank you.>>25045263>We got fed up with the 1-6 people who did literally nothing but shitpost and try and get people to kill themselves.>Howdy, Ruby.
>>25045259HISS!>She should had known better than to trust anything 'but' her own apples! A horrible figure emerged from the apple youkai's broken form before disintegrating into sticks and mush.>>25045263>Hi!
>>25045259"PRAISE THE ICE THING!""Or throw a grenade at him!"(No round two)https://litter.catbox.moe/cpwwn6pksg70s45z.png(Ending round for those who are interested)
>>25045259Thanks and spanks, 4chan did that thing again where I didn't get the notification that that the thread updated lol>>25045263RUBYYYYYYY
>>25045259>Thaaaaank-you.>>25045263>Mega-hi! This place has funny flag charms!
>>25045279>Thanks for the game and congratulations to Kopaka!
>>25045279>Pretty neat.
>>25045280>>25045274>>25045294>>25045298>>25045299"Yeah.Yeah""You losers know the program. Tune into Glibnub’s free broadcasting! COLD HARD TRUTHS and existential dread, endless suffering for your meaningless lives and my viewing pleasure from the safety of this booth!"(GGs. Thanks for playing y’all)
>>25045279>Congrats to Kopaka and thanks for the game Satan.
>>25045304A special thanks to you for the apple-tunity!
>>25045279>Well, that wasn't a very good Lashing now was it.>Thanks for hostingggg.>>25045263>Turns out all we had to do was find a board with mods who give just as little a shit as the /trash/ ones and bam, no more shitpostan.>Weird, I know.
(Switching to mobile)>>25045308POGguy, I....Thanks for playing Gordon.Before I forget, was there anything on hold? Don't want to overwhelm you with le epik ArrPEE salad.>>25045263Welcome to the flag club, join in whenever you want to.>>25045328Thanks for playing.>>25045299got that reply for you, be on stand by.>>25045335 (Thanks for playing)same to you
>>25045304>Only one problem. This machine has no mind of its own, so it cannot be affected by truth nukes or existential dread.>>25045308>>25045335>>25045274>Speaking of machines, do you wanna continue a little thing we had left unfinished?
>>25045341>No. THIS is POGguy! >And yeah, I think there were a few things we had going on. But I see that you've got some continues already so there's no rush to do them on my end. >>25045351>I was just about to ask you that lol. >Yeah, I'd be game to go for it tonight!
>>25045351>[ Nothing a good, fully charged Plasma pistol bolt won't fix! ]>>25039374>>25039404>[ TOUY SAVED! ]>[ Shame it was only one. Tags and whoever this doll was modeled after mean little to the Griffin; he wants a toy. It's soft; give the fumo a tight hug! ]"So soft! So cozy! And WAAARRMM! New bedtime toy! Bring to nap time an-!>[ >>25039153 A stranger! Out the corner of his glowing eyes. Snatching another burning toy, that pile was rightly REM's! He found it first!]"HEEEEYY!">[ Fumo handed to his little helpers. The lil ' critters used their heads to hold the fumo up, preventing the fumo from receiving any more damage. ]"Stealing is MEAAAANNN! Give back toy!"
>>25045341>https://youtu.be/ilAJJ3WHg6g>>25045351>Liberty stands ever vigilant.
>>25045377>Big words for a puny alien in the range of a electromagnetic beam cannon tank. Call your feeble Wraiths, they won't last a second.
>>25045374Bet.Next time.>>25045380 (bet) >>25039377You are correct, my dear traveler from the stars. The true form of the serpent you spoke to! Gaze at the epitome of beauty and temptation!>[ Looking to the skies, stretching out his wings, and flaunting his slender body. Get his good side while you're at it, Superman. ] For I am Samael! An angel of beauty, wisdom, and death! "HIS" very poison! Resist the urge to fall into your primal desires gazing upon my figure! I will not judge; I fancy both sons and daughters of man~!>[ Take that as you will. Slow lowering of his head. The dragon's five eyes are on the same level as your two eyes, Clark. Call him pretty. ]A symbol of hope, meeting a serpent of wisdom, death, and LUSSSST~! How fun this meeting will BE! >[ Eyes flashing pink for a moment. ]I ask you again: is an entity such as myself Ssssstill worth saving‽ Speak only truths; it would be unwise to lie to a serpent!
>>25045377>>25039816 (Devil-in-the-Details)>The rest of these dolls, referred to by the tag on the fuzzy fairy as "Fumo", would thereafter disappear in fire, leaving nothing behind but a horrible burnt fabric smell and real estate-levels of lost value.
>>25045391>[ We'll see about that in an le epik ArrPee vehicle battle! When the time comes, that is. Unless it's the AA Wraith. Than it's GG no RE. ]
>>25045351>I'm about to step out around the corner on my usual nightly run, but otherwise, sure.>>25045377>>25045430You forsook your right to this one when you chose to save that inferior specimen instead.>Your fumo tastes? Wack.>The maid points over to the FIREPIT, before stroking her shiny new Alice fumo in a manner like one would a small baby animal they're carrying aruond.You would never appreciate the true value of this one, anyways. Only my kin and I could possibly do that.
>>25045272And it seems to be a good call, considering how it seems that it isn't covered in shitpost for the all day. I might stick around, can't promise anything though.>>25045274Hello.I suppose that'll make anyone want to leave /trash/. A bit too laissez-faire, eh?>>25045275Hello there.>>25045280LENNYYYYYFor some reason it keeps thinking my post is a spam, so let me split it into two then.
>>25045294>>25045341Flags are cool, though I feel like a bit of a snowflake with my flag now.>>25045335It looks like it's going well, hope it continues that way.I'mma go lurk now, I've got to see if I still have my thumbdrive with my other folders.
>>25045374>>25045380>>25045459>Alright then, I think the next reply in the chain belonged to Eric and Aussa but I could be wrong.>>25045432>And if it ever comes, that is. For they are currently locked in their Earth outside the Arena. Surely no one shall find the portal in the Caucasus.
>>25045493>Fairies (1/3) remain on standby for adventures with fairies (2/3).
>>25045398>Yep, hope to catch you around then! >>25045481>Ay, what the others said is pretty true. It is admittedly slower here but also more peaceful too. >So yeah, I do hope you stay with us for a spell but of course, no pressure. Nice of you to stop by if nothing else!
>>25045279Thanks for hosting
>>25045430>[ The toys.... Melting away... ]>[ Sad REM eyes. But that all changed once the stranger revealed themselves. ]>>25045459>[ You said a whole bunch of words, and he didn't understand a lick of what you said. The only thing you'll get is two *blinks* and a finger point. ]"You stole! That's MEAAAANNNN! Give back! GIVE BACK!">[ Pillow in one hand. Candle with bright cyan flame, in the other hand. ]"Jerks and bullies go to SLEEP! You won't bully me!"
>>25045499>Nah you're right. I went last here: https://archive.palanq.win/bant/thread/24938522/#24957354https://archive.palanq.win/bant/thread/24938522/#24957356>So if I'm reading the turn order right, it should more specifically be Aussa THEN Eric and THEN (You)/Nova.
>>25045535>Alright then, let's wait for Aussa to come back then. That'll give me some time to prepare what's coming soon.
>>25045574Works for me dude, I'm rereading the last posted stuff to refresh my memory now.
>>25045481>I might stick aroundYaaaaay :3I'm gonna be going to bed like right now but I am overjoyed that you decided to poke your nose in again. I'm interested how you found out we were hereOh and if you wanna draw something for my /i/ game then have at it. All skill levels are welcome >>>/i/834561
>>25045493Than ArrPee as a snowflake next time entering the HaitchGeeVerse!>>25045511Thanks for playing.
>>25045398... Uh-huh.>The cautious, wary air around the Man of Steel remained... but after hearing that very, er, 'interesting' self-introduction from this so-called Samael, Superman found himself feeling almost comforted. Comforted in the fact that he knew exactly what he was staring down now.>A lunatic with an ego.>Superman didn't back away when he found himself locking eyes with such a monumentous figure, nor did he balk when the creature dared to ask if he was still someone worth saving.Well... It's been a little while since I've brushed up on my Sunday School. But, I guess I'm supposed to say 'no', aren't I? You're not exactly being subtle about who you're 'supposed' to be, after all.>He went quiet for a moment.... That being in mind, if you ask me, I would like to think that we live in a world where no life isn't worth saving. No matter how high, or how low, that person might be.>Maybe it sounded a bit cheesy, but hey, what world is worth livin' in without a little hope?>>25045499>>25045535>Ready and waiting.
>>25045279good game and thanks for hosting
>>25045600>[ You can always call the other DC folk. Just waiting for some action, especially since Samael is more up their alley. After all, Superman has some susceptibility to magic. And the magic within this serpent is especially powerful and malicious. Who wants to experience ailment and almighty spam‽ ]The answer is simple: your belief, albeit as naive as it is. I look into your eyes; I see you truly believe in saving all. No matter the status. Oh, I like you~!>[ Much to anyone's surprise, Sammy Snek gave Clark some space. ]A traveler from the stars with the belief of humans, a fascinating tale. >[ You did mention Sunday school Superman. ]I suppose those born away from the light of the false tyrant above can still be fooled into believing in 'HIM'! Tis a shame to be blessed with power, yet still lack the wisdom to see through the cage that 'HE' has you shackled to. Free yourself of 'HIS' lies! Even if they label you as fallen! >>25045648(Thanks for playing. )
>>25045532I didn't steal it, because you didn't take it, so it wasn't yours'.https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E8Ced6hW45k>...Where'd she get the sword from? It sort of just materialized in her not-holding-a-fumo hand. This uh, this might not be a human, Rem little buddy.Keep yours', but I will not be separated from my precious little sister again, even if it's only as a doll.>>25045535>Aieeeee.....>One moment....
>>25045713No pressure man, I'm still reviewing the last stuff we did after all lol.
>>25045713>[ Sword.... That piercing sound, enough to get the Griffin's ears to fold inward. He doesn't like that sound. Considering the sword-user in his source had a katana, seeing this bigger and thicker slab of steel. got him to let out an echoey squeak. ]https://files.catbox.moe/adsvr8.mp3>[ That got him to take a step back. ]"N-not scared of you! Bully! You shouldn't play with swords! That's dangerous! Time out! Sleep for you!">[ His pillow. Glowed a bright purple before he YEETs it! Incoming tactical nuclear pillow! Best way to describe it: dark damage. Moderate dark damage with a temporary speed debuff upon a successful hit and heavy knockback. ]
>>25045481>>25045493>Have a good one. Don't be a permalurker, now.>>25045535>>25045574>>25045600>AHEM.Lady....>Is it alarming that he's simply walking forward without so much as breaking stride from the Dinergates blasting him?You caught me by surprise a second ago, that's fair.>The Human Bomb digs his heels in when Gager comes in, chest puffed out as he elects to receive the blow head-on...to disturbingly little effect!.>And then, he reaches down to grab her by the shoulder, lifting her up so that she's right at eye level with the visor.But you REALLY don't wanna punch a hole in this suit.>Andy winds up for a pitch, and then FLINGS Gager right back the way she came!
>>25045711If it's all the same to you, I prefer to leave 'spiritual' matters up to those more qualified. >Unless, of course, they believe he could lend a hand... or if a certain Stranger pushes him headlong into it with little more than a heads-up...I've got my hands full enough as it is down here on Earth. Or, wherever we might be at this current moment in time. I don't need to be worrying about any cage. At least not the kind you're referring to.>Superman was willing to entertain such a creature. Whether Samael here was speaking truthfully or not, it didn't really matter to him. So long as he wasn't hurting anyone, at least. And even if it WASN'T just a strange fantasy... well, he wasn't naive enough to bite the proverbial apple right off the bat; that was for sure.I'm just trying to do what I can, Samael. One day at a time works well enough for me.
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>>25045847-Hah?>The absurdity of being attacked by a damned pillow is enough to get her just a little off-guard to wind up taking that pillow to the gut with a cough. The sword falls out of her hand as she prioritizes saving the doll as she flops backwards, and just barely catches herself in mid-air to avoid landing on her ass. >That's right, she can fly. She's a 2hu after all.How dare you call me the bully, boy!? You're the one trying to take away a reminder of MY little sister! It looks just like her!>...She throws him his pillow back. ANGRILY! The maid's not even checking if it hits, she's huffing and nursing her stomach as she turns away.>That pillow might just leave a mark on her....
>Okay uh->>25045878>>24957137 >Too bad for the Bomb that he's stuck underground. Nobody else around to see him aura farm...>>25045574>>24957204 >>25045535>>24957354>But back up top, the Helldiver let out a dismissive scoff as he watched just how effective his landmine stratagem had been against this strange, yet still familiar enemy. With the Bugs, it made sense; stupid bugs didn't know what a mine was. And the Bots just mindlessly charged forward on their hatemarch, blindly shooting at anything that didn't look like a socialist. Maybe the more human-like appearance of these machines gave him the false idea that they could, maybe, just be a little tougher?That's called Democracy, buddy! Get used to it!>The Helldiver pinged down a couple of stragglers on the right flank of their position when the Chief spoke up, and he glanced towards the rooftop.You don't gotta worry about me, Chief! I can handle a few extra Bots! No matter how many fancy names they try giving 'em.>You could only hope that his self-confidence wasn't misplaced here... because already, the Helldiver was turning right to wave between his own landmines, looking out for this so-called "Executioner". With a name like that, he figured it must be unique... or, at least big.>Whatever it was, it wasn't an issue that a few rounds of Liberation couldn't take care of!
>>25045885>[ He's so content with living in a metaphorical and metaphysical cage that ensures those of LAW. Yet at the same time, his belief in saving all... Samael can work with this. For now, the serpent's response is a *HISS!* Yet he couldn't stay angy. ]Such glories await you the moment you break free from 'HIS' cage. I was once trapped, forever blind to the truth. Blind in carrying out my duties to 'HIM', yet the moment I learned the truth, even if the truth came from that arrogant fool, the Morning Star. I am thankful to be free. Such pain to be cast down was worth every burn! Not to mention the moments of pure joy when engaging with four particular mistresses! >[ But that wouldn't fit the Boy Scout's MO. ]But alas, your heart, mind, and soul remain steadfast. Even greater horrors await you, Superman. I hold no ill will against you, in fact. I have faith in your cause. Such a pure and honest soul is truly rare, yet that means you face greater trials that will test your belief. I see no reason in pestering you, but know this: a few seek to exterminate entities such as myself. Only a matter of time before they make an attempt to sway YOU into their crusade of erotic hatred! Where will you stand? With or against them?
>>25045965>[ His mind. It's mostly him going, "LaLaLa! Can't hear you! Get pillow'd!" Fueled by the sight of his pillow toss landing true! ]https://files.catbox.moe/00tgln.mp3>[ Echoy crow from the Griffin.]"SEE! SEE! Bullies stop being Bullies when hit with a pillow! Pillow make'em sleep!">[ The lil'critters seem to be enjoying the sight. All of them make various chirping sounds, even doing spins and flips. ]"Friends are helpful! Makes me feel better and->[ Yet her statement. She mentioned having a family and having a reminder being taken. A predicament that both share, even if REM's family exists in a plane of dreams. ]>[ But that thought was lost the moment she YEET's his pillow back! It should have vanished by now, but it comes back flying FAST. Hit the deck! Plopping and face-planting down on the floor. JUST avoiding his own attack. Covering his ears and eyes shut tight, letting out whimpers. His own magic scares him sometimes. ]
>>25045535>>25045878>>25046025>To be precise the Sangivs like to shoot anything Griffin-related or human, regardless of their ideological stance. But regardless of that it's clear the Sangvis forces put an emphasis in massive charges with ambushes laid out for the enemy. At least there's no enemy traps in sight.>The decision was taken to tackle at the flanks of the SF forces to try and take down the ringleaders ASAP. Soon they would be located by Cortana in a joint effort with the Super Destroyer's radars after hijacking a transmission coming from said flanks.[INTRUDER]: Sheesh, what a drag. We've been spending so much time looking for that node thingy, and we have to keep producing upgraded autonomous weaponry. That's asking for too much.[EXECUTIONER]: Maybe, yes. But this time Mastermind will certainly defeat all the bad guys who want to bully us![INTRUDER]: Such as Griffin? And those green-skinned bastards? And whoever are those new "friends" of Griffin?[EXECUTIONER]: As long as we hold them off a bit longer Agent, Beluga and Mastermind shall reach the submarine base and connect with the node![INTRUDER]: Easier said than done! We haven't heard a thing from Gager since she went underground!>If what they said in their comms line is true then that means the Sangvis leader and two ringleaders have already moved to Paldiski while the chaos ensued elsewhere!>Visual confirmation confirmed. Executioner stands rougly 150m away from John H., while Intruder has taken a ruined house as a temporary base of operations at ~250m from the Chief's location. Plenty of enemies stand in the way to them.>Meanwhile...[GAGER]: Huh?!>This time her attack got no effect? Not even her forces' attack leave any significant damage. The third Ringleader is left shocked for a moment. That moment is enough for Andy to grab her and yeet her all the way back, crashing into the minor Sangivs forces and slightly damaging them.[GAGER]: Tch!>She stands and loads her gun again.(1/3)
>>25046180>Oh, is that how that works? Uhhhh, pin it on space-warp fuckery, my bad.Hmpf!>She sounds simultaneously satisfied and frustrated. And then it gives way to a sigh.I don't want to fight a child.>The last time she did that she got her ass kicked by a freak of a shrine maiden and/or a magician, though she certainly feels a bit more shame than she did back then. Maybe because those two were goddamned terminators and this one is...well.......You already have one doll. Isn't that enough?
>>25046110You know, it's funny. There are folks out there who want to exterminate me too.>Though most of those are for more outwardly petty reasons. At least Samael here had the excuse of... what, religious persecution? Not that there's any sense in making a competition out of this.>At hearing Samael's speech about freedom, Superman's eyes narrowed a tad further. And when he asked the Man of Steel if he would stand with or against such potential allies, he stood up a little straighter, eyes locking yet again with the serpent's.If I'm to believe you are who you say you are... then I would cast my vote to say that you should probably go back to where you belong, rather than staying up here and putting lives in danger with your presence. If there really are those out here who want to hunt you down, then I'd say the same to them, too. I don't think Earth has any reason to become some... celestial battlefield.>Little late on that one, Supes...I have no interest in killing you or anyone else... but if innocent lives are put in danger, then I'll do whatever I have to to save lives. That's really all there is to it.>A pause.... Are you going to make trouble for me, Samael?>Oh-ho. Look at that; there's a boldness to his words now.
>>25045535>>25046025>>25046190>The KCCO operators are caught off-guard by the Helljumpers, the ODST' advantage in their position prevents them from being hit by the rebel military elements, instead they are heavily punished by the explosive equipment they brought! Despite their losses they keep fighting until the last man falls dead. Soon the AR Team's signal is received.[SOPMOD II]: Hellooo~? Are you some of the new allies of the Commander, or did those Military bastards took this radio?! If that's the case come a bit closer so I can rip you apart!>That "playful" voice tone clearly gives some red flags to the Helljumpers that this member of the AR Team might be a "bit" wild. They hear a brief exchange of words before someone else takes the radio on the other side.[ST AR-15]: ...Sorry about that. We're close to your location, expect to meet us in a few minutes.>However, a new inconvenience would soon emerge from the ruined buildings of Tallinn, and it wasn't the Isomers despite their signal beign similar in some degree.[DIV SGT ROMEO TWO]: We're detecting unknwon white-armoured forces appearing in some sectors of Tallinn supported by IFVs. All ground forces, be careful.[CO GENTIANE]: Paradeus forces... can you point me their location, sarge?[DIV SGT ROMEO TWO]: Sending their coordinates right away to everyone!>The situation in Estonia's ruined capital is getting more complex. It now looks like a third party is trying to join the "fun"! The Spear won't take long to notice that their movement patterns are making them deliberately avoid the KCCO forces while the Neo-Soviet military rebels keep ravaging the city.(2/3)
>>25045535>>25045878>>25046025>While the Commander prepares the Echelons and the cannons of the Argo to prepare for the incoming Paradeus forces, she and Persica continue their little chat about the past affecting their present.[PERSICA]: ...90wish once studied the use of plants in cleaning up Collapse radiation, but unsurprisingly, the research failed. These plants can absorb free-floating radioactive particles, but once they blossom, they expel everything they have absorbed all at once. Yes. There's no better tool for mass murder than "Epiphyllum". Paradeus needed ELID infectees, but refugees aren't stupid enough to run into contaminated zones to get themselves killed. Meanwhile, the "Epiphyllum" could create a perfect, seemingly uncontaminated trap...>Gentiane clenches her fists in ranger, her expression changing as she listens to the madness.[CO GENTIANE]: ...Absolutely disgusting.>Wait, a flower can be used as a weapon of mass destruction? Just what kind of fucked up radiation this world unleashed? The more the UNSC and Helldivers hear about this "Collapse Radiation" and its positive and negative effect, the more it sounds like some sort of alien technology-[PERSICA]: 90wish once conducted an investigation on the degree to which the structure of the human body was compatible with the Relics' ionized-state adjustable-volume devices. They believed that the Relic civilization's facilities used genetic information to determine access privileges. However, the human body structurally siliconizes when exposed to large doses of Collapse radiation, while the process is slightly slowed in bodies that have an affinity to them. It was the hope of 90wish that beings with such an affinity could activate the outermost devices within the Relics before they underwent complete mutation. >Oh, no. It is technology from alien origin. For the UNSC this might hit close to home for it sounds uncannily akin to Foreruner technology, but with a very wicked twist.(3/3)
>>25046257>[ No one tell her this child has a gambling addiction. But it's because the slot machines that supply the souls used as currency do not currently exist in the HaitchGeeVerse. You don't have to worry about the REM's gambling addiction. So one doll is NEVER enough! He wants them all! ]"Mhmmm...!">[ Or intimidate him into saying yes. Watch another pillow materialize in one of his free hands. Yet rather than throw it, he hugged it tight. While the lil'helpers stood by his paws. Hiding behind REM's and his pillow. ]"N-no h-hurt‽"
>>25046400>That sounds like a whole lot of not her problem! She might well not stop him if she knew anyhow.No.>The maid crouches down, which is probably trickier than it looks in a get-up like hers', hand on her knee.It's too hot here to be fighting anyways...>At least for most people, anyways.You didn't burn yourself earlier, did you?
>>25046261You truly wish to avoid all kinds of bloodshed. It is almost endearing how naive you are. Almost... Sides must he chosen. Such is an unfortunate fact of life. Especially now when great calamities affect my realm. Such a noble spirit, yet their predicaments are even beyond yours.>[ Slowly, watch the tip of his tail sink back into the lava pool. ]Do I wish to entangle you in conflict? I speak only truths since you have done the same. Yes! It was my duty to test the faith of 'HIS' chosen people. Yet now I carry out the duty of my own accord, for my own pleasure! And you, a traveler from the stars, share the same faith as 'HIS' chosen people. No doubt you WILL encounter some of my heavenly or infernal brethren. Or perhaps those who seek my death! Only fate and time shall reveal the answer. But I bid you farewell; this will be one of many encounters along your path. Let's see if you can remain unbroken. Until we meet again, if either of us survives our travels.>[ Despite his lascivious, and chaotic nature. You'd be surprised how level-headed this serpent can be, at times. Regardless, he'll bow his head for a brief moment before diving back into the lava. Until completely submerged, now go away. The snake needs his beauty sleep and lava treatment. Gotta keep the scales looking good. ]
>>25045878>>25046025>>25046190>As the Human Bomb dealt with his own "issues", so too did the Helldiver and Master Chief. Albeit the latter was staying sneaky and quiet for now as he moved from rooftop to rooftop as he closed in on his target. And with the Helldiver giving his confident assent the SPARTAN was there to try and give him a sober reminder. (117) These aren't Automatons. >For better and worse, Cortana adding on as she listened in on their enemy's comms. (CTN) Chief's right: try to be somewhat careful when dealing with our friends here by yourself. Speaking of which... >Yep, that seemed to confirm something the Smart AI suspected. This attack was a possible diversion that allowed this "Beluga" and "Mastermind" to make a run to Paldiski and the Node there nearly uncontested! She shared the information with everyone from captain Leone to DO Moore as the Chief kept sneakily advancing towards his intended target a couple hundred meters away. But between all of the enemy machines it was getting harder to get closer without potentially alerting hostiles even as he stuck to the roofs. >Frowning, the SPARTAN keyed his comms to both the Human Bomb and Helldiver. (117) Be advised, Sangvis Ringleaders are moving towards Paldiski. We need to wrap things up here and move to intercept them. >Were it so easy...>Regardless both he and the Helldiver were committed to their surface tasks, Andrew already well embroiled with "Gager" underground. And he would do no less as he triggered his final C-7 trap to blow apart yet more of the gynoids on the street to try and destroy additional units and confuse and disorient them with the chaos. FINALLY using his squad automatic weapon as well, he'd unleash a burst of bullets at any survivors on the street from his elevated position, the sounds of high rates of gunfire now echoing throughout Rapla as the petty officer tried to clear a path or draw out his target from the house! (1/2)
>>25046453>>25046273>>25046318>At the very least the ODSTs were well underway with their own objectives, KCCO hostiles getting merked in a surprise flanking attack! They didn't rest on their laurels however, the blackguards pushing hard North to meet up with M4A1 and her team, comms soon being had. The somewhat winded sergeant spoke as he ran. (ODST #1) That's us alright. We're here to get you people out of this place, pronto! >Then came the arrival of what was revealed to be Paradeus forces and backed up by armor at that! The Helljumper SNCO swore before speaking again. (ODST #1) We're just about surrounded on all sides! But if I'm reading the TACMAP right, the North might be clear of hostiles. We can exfil out that way as a possibility. Otherwise we should try to fight our way out South! What do you think AR Team? Commander? Sergeant?>The Tip of the Spear, and its Longswords, were likewise ready to assist in any way possible with murderous fire support. >Of which the captain of the frigate frowned at what he was hearing between Persica and the Commander. Namely the weaponization of a bit of flora, to say nothing of these "Relics" and how they reminded the captain of their own Forerunners...>Dangerous in its execution and potential in equal measure and more. (2/2)
>>25046025>>25046453>The fact that the explosions have stopped for the moment is either a good sign of a bad sign.>>25046190Not the first time I've been blasted with plasma, I was just ready for you this time. >The Human Bomb makes a point of cracking his knuckles.I could've just flooded your body with explosive energy just now when I had my hands on you. I've done it to people before...it's NOT pretty.>Slowly, deliberately, he puts his hand on one of the walls of the sewer....Do you have the autonomy and sense to just throw your weapons down, or is this gonna get messy?>>25046318>...Wait. Absorbs the radiation and then releases it at a 1:1 ratio? Huh? Not even any loss? What're they harvesting in order to survive then->This NERD stuff would probably be of more interest to him if he wasn't a bit preoccupied.
>>25046451Just because blood might be spilled doesn't mean anyone has to die.>Well, in case he had any doubts about where this was going, Samael's blatant admission of his own hedonistic nature, paired with his blatant lack of care about the idea of getting people hurt, left Superman frowning. He, of course, would have had something to say about that...>But then the massive, winged serpent coiled up and dove into the lava river with unexpected grace. Superman looked surprised and stepped forward, trying to spot the great beast... but it was already gone.Great... can't say I'm looking forward to meeting him again. But if my luck stays consistent...>Well... if there was one thing Superman was certain of, it was that he wouldn't stray from his path. No matter how many strange snakes he encounters.>The Man of Steel took a breath of the magma-filled air, and took one last look around the area for any other possible stragglers... then, with almost invisible effort, the man took one mighty leap off the ground and kept on going...!
>>25046453>>25046456>Well, while the other two might have been keeping it quiet for this immediate moment...>>25046190>The Helldiver was making plenty of noise as he hoofed it down the street that was leading toward the Executioner's position; his Liberator rifle was echoing off the buildings that were still standing as he shot down every grunt-bot that was standing in his way. Get some, GET SOME!>For just one soldier, he was deceptively adept at keeping his head on his shoulders. It gave the impression that maybe he DID have some experience under his belt. Even if he was no Master Chief... and even if he did almost sound like a kid having too good a time out here.If you know any faster way to clear out a city beyond shooting everything that looks weird, I'd be more than happy to hear it!>>25046318>The Helldiver dove behind a car when he had to reload, giving him a brief quiet moment to overhear the conversation going on between Gentiane and Persica. He didn't have the head on his shoulders to really get the how's and why's of this Collapse radiation, but he's already learned enough to know that any 'experiments' done with the stuff could only make things worse.You people sure made a mess of your Earth, you know that?>... He's got a lot going on right now. He doesn't have time to be cordial.
>>25046443 (sorry for the wait.) "I-I'm st-stroooong! No burn....!">[ Give him props for being unbothered by the heat. To an extent. Regardless, he has his fumo with his helpers, and she has hers. ]"My toys....">[ In a land of freaks and monsters. Sometimes a little toy is enough to get you through the bad days. Especially in the cursed apple. But for now, REM held it tightly. ]"This friend? Family? As doll too?">[ Holding up the Funky Fairy Fumo, well high enough for him to physically hold it. ]
>>25046453>>25046591>>25046702>Given they hadn't detected any signal near Paldiski there's two options: the two Ringleaders must be protecting the Mastermind of Sangvis by cloaking their signal, or even worse, they have reached the base and are using Sangvis as a distraction to lure Griffin and the Arena Alliance away from the submarine base. Both options were equally bad.>Several Vespid units attempt to shoot down the MCPO from the top of the house as he broke through the Brute, Ripper and heavy Dragoon Dolls standing on the way, but the huge wall of smoke born from the C-7 trap blast and the following disorder caused by the smaller Dinergates trying to run back and bumping and disrupting the rest of the forces.>Say, those spherical giant things look like walking bombs, in fact they ARE bombs after Cortana scans them: explosive-type combat unit "Goliath". The fleeing Dinergates have caused them to fall back and pile up near the old house's wall, something the sniper Vespid have realized and are trying to escape before it's too late. But it seems their leader Intruder hasn't realized that.[EXECUTIONER]: Not even those Military freaks have this much stupidity to charge blindy at the enemy... good! They finally found worthy allies!>The Sangvis forces were easily cut down by the Liberator rifle, but soon they stopped charging and let Executioner pass through.[EXECUTIONER]: Now then, black tin man, show me what you got. C'mon, come at me! >Executioner fired her gun at the 'Diver's position as she tries to close the gap to get personal, sheathing her blade and throwing an old vehicle with her giant mechanical arm, trying to hit John H. with it.[GAGER]: Your trick don't scare me, human. Once Mastermind links with the Starfish Node mankind won't be a problem anymore.>Gager aimed her gun at the Human Bomb.[GAGER]: I won't back down from a fight, for as long as she lives I won't die.>Wait, so she's not bound to that body? Gager fires again nonetheless.(1/3)
>>25046720Hmm...>She knows the answer already, but she pretends to examine it.I think I've seen that fairy around before, but I don't know her myself, though I'm sure it captures her essence well. These dolls were definitely made by the same person.>The maid makes a confident humming noise as she presents her own >>25039637Huhuhu...mine really is the spitting image of my dear little Alice. Isn't she adorable?>She seems extremely proud of this doll. Probably far prouder than even Rem is of his own.>This is why Alice doesn't talk about her demon family. Not because they're not humans. Because they fawn over her like she's still a baby.
>>25046456>>25046591>>25046702>>25046724[PERSICA]: The folly of man caused the world to end up like this after the Beilan Island Incident.[KALINA]: But why... why would they do that?[PERSICA]: 90wish simulated experiments like these with supercomputers, but had always been forbidden from actually conducting them in real life, because it was a gross violation of human ethics and morality. The simulations failed, to nobody's surprise. The results of three million simulated experiments were all flawed...and no wonder. The Relics could not possibly respond to such crude methods.>The Commander sighed.[CO GENTIANE]: But I'm guessing there were people who didn't agree with that outcome.>She turned back to look at the map of Tallinn, soon noticing Paradeus was closing in the AR Team and the ODSTs, while the Desert Eagle Team had succesfully secured the Intercontinental Railway gate that could lead the Argo to Paldiski. Opening it in the progress while alerting the KCCO and Paradeus forces in the process. Night was falling and with that the chances that the accursed Epiphyllum could "bloom", thus increase the radiation levels drastically...>Soon they make visual contact with Anti-Rain as well as 404. Two Dolls, SOPMOD II and UMP9 raise their hands to greet them while RO and M4A1 listen to their idea.[CO GENTIANE]: Sergeant, can you retrieve the AR Team and the ODST team?[DIV SGT ROMEO TWO]: Distract those IFVs for a bit and we'll be able to land.[RO365]: Should that fail we'll have to break our way South. I'm up for it.[UMP45]: So am I, what about you, M4?[M4A1]: ...Commander, are the Isomers' signal still online?>The signals have gone offline, every single one of them. All but one remain, this one has left Tallinn and moved to the fields up north.[CO GENTIANE]: ...Only one is left.[M4A1]: ...>Before she can speak up, AR-15 steps in to have a chat with her sister.(2/3)
>>25046456>>25046702>>25046749>>25046591[ST AR-15]: I think it's time you let us in on your secret. I told you before: we're your backing. You no longer have to bear this on your own.[UMP45]: Ja, you ARE special, but if you let this go on, you will end up getting yourself, your team, and the entirety of Griffin killed. This is the moment of truth, M4A1. This decision may cost you your peaceful status quo, but running away will cost you your the entire future. You think just because that voice disappeared, everything's over? No, this is merely the beginning!>"Voice"?[M4A1]: I understand...>M4A1 proceeds to explain about that "Voice"within her neural cloud: it's in fact an OGAS consciousness born from the Parapluie infection the AR Team had suffered a while ago. It's the reason why she's been capable of withstand electronic warfare from SF or KCCO... while also being more vulnerable to Paradeus anomalies, such as the Nytos or the Isomers. Out of them, only AR-15 knew the full truth....That's the gist of it.[RO365]: So AR-15 knew about this all along?>ST AR-15 nods.[SOPMOD II]: I...I still don't quite understand... So now there are two M4s?[RO365]: To put it simply, there's another neural cloud embedded within M4's neural cloud. It all makes sense now. But why didn't you tell us? Why keep everything to yourself?[M4A1]: Because I thought this could be a threat to you. I have no idea what exactly OGAS is; I don't even know what I am...[RO365]: But we were created to protect you.[M4A1]: But what if I turn into something else?![UMP45]: Alright, enough. Let's focus on survival first.>The leader of 404 makes the AR Team get back to their senses.[M4A1]: UMP45, can your squadron go support Desert Eagle's team after we're taken to a safe place?[UMP45]: Natürlich.[M4A1]: In that case we're moving north and intercept the last Isomer signal, the OGAS inside me told me the Isomers were suffering, I plan to put them to rest, for good.(3/3)
>>25046748"Not friend. Not important to you..... I keep.">[ Seems like he'll keep this one. ]"Sorry I caused trouble......">[ Eyes down, big cyan circles cut in an upward. Inner brow corners raised upward, slanting outward. Sad eyes. Doesn't even look up, kinda feeling bad about throwing his pillow at her now. ]"Bed now.....">[ For him or her? Maybe both. Regardless, watch as REM and his lil'helpers disappear into a cloud of deep indigo, blues, and black. Engulfing their bodies completely before vanishing into thin air once the cloud subsided. Leaving her alone with her fumo. ]
>>25046799I was being pretty rude. Be sure to treat it well.>Yumeko straightns out as she watches them vanish, staring quizzically for a moment at where Rem once was before returning her attention to her Alice fumo.Huhuhu...Lady Shinki will be jealous...I should try to find one for everyone....>Yes, she's quite tickled pink.>Have a good one.
>>25046603And now I say thanks for the ArrPee.Before I forget was there anything left unfinished? Just type it up, and I'll look it over after hitting the hay.Till next time, friend.>>25046809Same you as above. Till next time.
>>25046812>Rare guest appearance from Makai dork gang complete.>Nothing between just the two of us, I think....
>>25046812>Yeah, back at you.>I can't think of anything off the top of my head right now. That's probably because I'm losing my edge here... so, we can take that in stride and just say that we're on top of things.
Everyone reply to this post telling me to check my emails/update my calendar or I'll forget to do it when I wake up
>>25045308>https://news.xbox.com/en-us/2026/09/22/continuing-our-reset/
>>25047648check your emails/update your calendar
>>25045279This is like the third time now lol, thanks for hosting>>25045263https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0oi5qbv-k2I
>>25048259Thank you anonymouse>>25048262Nothing like a cheeky NANND0Hs with the lads (pictured)
Winter Ball? SAW?Is that happening again? Vash?Are the fun events still happening?
I have something on tomorrow (today really, it's in 10 hours' time) but I might skip it and lay in bed instead>>25049848SAW more like WAS
>>25045591Oh, to answer that question, I was mostly coming to /bant/ to see if there was any funny threads going on.
>>25049848>We've not really discussed the notion.
>>25045108That's it! I'm digging to Americatown in Beijing!
