Mission: 003

[silver_reign]

-Dynamo had become very cross with recent events... in the ways of various pranks pulled on him. He despised water, ever since his systems seemed to glitch when struck by a water based attack. So when he was struck multiple times with water spells, or traps, or... hoses... water balloons, he became sorely annoyed. It didn't help either when his hair was changed into rainbow colors as the result of falling in a kiddie pool of... rainbow water.

That boggled him a bit... but then someone shaved it all off when he was doing that sleeping thing that humans do. He wasn't a happy camper.

When he awoke, back in his bed, he grumbled and began to go about his daily morning routine. Upon fetching the paper he spotted, a package! Opening it, he was startled when his frame was reverted back into that reploid body of his. Of course he hit the door frame because he wasn't expecting such a thing to happen...

At least he had his hair back.-

Action: Around town!

-One fairly tall reploid is now stalking the streets. If he recognizes you from the pranking earlier in the week, it's best you steer clear of him. If you're one of the few to have crossed his path when he was a normal human, feel free to notice his taller, armored frame!-

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[silver_reign]

-He watched her carefully... and bent his knees just slightly. When she came in quickly, he brought a hand up to block her punch in his own fist and shifted his weight to the right. He was hoping to knock her off balance as he moved away.-

[photonicfighter]

[A blocked blow was always to be followed up on. She had another arm and another fist so she was already throwing another punch, coming in for his lower mid-section. Which missed, seeing as his weight shifted.

That just made her grin, though. She jabbed an elbow upwards, relentless on the attack.]

[silver_reign]

-He was somewhat impressed by her fighting skills! Then again, he was impressed by himself, for holding his own grown without his weapon systems. He took the strike and leapt backwards, letting go. As bulky as his armor looked, he was rather quick to move.

He rushed in and brought his leg up to perform a kick, which would've been much more impressive if his boosters in his boots were working, but as such... he was easily read in his next attack.-

[photonicfighter]

[He was fast! Dakki had to wonder how much of it was superior reflexes, how much was actual armor weight, and how much was raw strength.

Well, maybe not that last one, what with the kick he just threw at her. It was a damned impressive kick, impacting her in the side with enough force that she could feel it through her armor. She grunted and stumbled slightly, but was immediately side-stepping and trying to circle around him and reposition.]

[silver_reign]

-He balanced himself and cocked his head in her direction. Hopefully that kick wasn't too heavy of a hit. Be a shame if she was out of it already. Though he waited, and remained on guard.-

[photonicfighter]

What?

[What was with that look? Was he worried about hurting her? Nice of him to do so, but they were supposed to be hitting each other.]

It's still on!

[Oh hey, have a roundhouse kick. Which she suspects he'll be able to counter just fine... but she wants to see it.]

[silver_reign]

-Well she did have the fighting spirit, that was for sure. He calmly brought up an arm to block the kick.. and in doing so he pushed against that kick. Apparently he was making up for his lack of weapon systems by sheer strength. He would stand his ground.-

[photonicfighter]

[Dynamo did have almost two feet of height on her. Sometimes, just being bigger was enough to make a difference. It wasn't enough to make Dakki stop the fight, though... She moved with the force of his block, planted her foot back on the ground and was after him with a series of quick jabs.]

...you're fantastic! Even just like this!

[silver_reign]

-Having watched her carefully, he was quick enough to bring his arms up to block each punch she brought up to him. With each punch she jabbed at him, he took a step back.-

... Why, thank you!

-Finally he went to snag one of her fists with his hand to pause in her constant hits.-

[photonicfighter]

[Dakki had come into this with the intent of showing herself off. She hadn't expected that someone with missing systems would be able to give her such a solid run for her money! But it wasn't the least bit discouraging. Now she was burning to prove her strength to him.]

You're welcome!

[She twisted her wrist and reached in with her other hand to grapple him by the arm. Her smile sharply twisted into a grimace, as she exerted all of her strength into an attempt to twist him into a simple hold. Knowing the right angle and the right pressure only got you so far, if you couldn't move the damn target in the first place.]

[silver_reign]

-To be fair, he wasn't expecting it. Sure, it took just the right amount of strength, but pulling him into a stumble... was enough to count as a victory. He did in fact twist around and regain his footing. It was also fairly obvious in his own movements that he was pushing against her so he would remain on his own two feet.

[photonicfighter]

[That... that was encouraging. So encouraging. The last time she tried that one, she had been human and she had been fighting Thor, of all people. And it had failed spectacularly.

Her grip on his arm tightened briefly.]

I'd say Reploid base specs are impressive!

[And then she let go, retreating several steps but not dropping out of a combat-ready pose.]

...but even without all your systems, you can't be blueprint-standard... can you?

[silver_reign]

-As soon as she backed away he did as well. He remained in defense as he spoke.-

My data tracks... don't tell me much. All I can remember is that I didn't think that the so called Hunters were all that strong. I proved it, because I ran into them time and again.

-He looked a little angry.-

They regarded me as a "Maverick" ... a reploid with intentions of harming humans. Forgive me for saying... but it was my choice to became a mercenary...

[photonicfighter]

Ohh... [He says so much with so little. Or at least Dakki's already jumping to interesting conclusions about the things he's saying. Corrupted and irretrievable memory data? If so, why? How?

That combat pose was held, but her expression was soft and sympathetic.]

A... Maverick. No... you don't need to ask me for any forgiveness. When we have the choice to live the life we want to live, we need to take it. Whatever label they give us.

[silver_reign]

-As soon as he heard what she had said... he almost seemed to break down. Yes, it was obvious he had gone into a less defensive position. His gaze fell to the ground.-

[photonicfighter]

[...was that the wrong thing to say? Or was it that the right thing was hard to hear? Dakki really couldn't tell. She eased out of her own stance, and took a few steps closer.]

Where I come from, I'm a Guardian. We're fighters for hire, mercenaries, but we often work with the military and with planetary law enforcement. Maybe... if we were from the same world, maybe we'd be on opposite sides... or maybe the same one. I don't know where you've walked. I might have walked the same steps.

[She pauses and lowers her own head, considering her words. No, now wasn't the time to talk about Illuminus. It was never the time to talk about them.]

...but this is Mayfield. And sides don't always matter so much.

[silver_reign]

-He listened to her words. He was almost disgusted by them. ...but then she continued.-

You're right... here, it means NOTHING.

-Poor Dynamo... he went into an all attack program.-

[photonicfighter]

[Oh. She had said the wrong thing, after all. The moment he went on the attack, she threw herself forwards to meet it. There'd be no use in backing up and defending against force like his.]

Hey!

[Both arms were up in a strong block. And if it successfully intercepted something, she'd be snapping a knee out at him to try to get him to back off.]

[silver_reign]

-With the block successful, he backed down. While he did in fact get with with her knee, he seemed to ignore it completely.-

"Mavericks" are known to destroy any innocents. They're corrupted by a virus. As a mercenary, I offer my talent to whoever offers the biggest paycheck.

-He leapt backwards to provide some space.-

Though there are no Hunters here to judge me.

[photonicfighter]

Did I say you were one?! No, I didn't! I'm sorry if I misunderstood! Calm down!

[She sprang backwards as well, defensively tense. What else might he do?]

[silver_reign]

-He watched her carefully... and then quickly changed the subject.-

You know... you're good. ... and I suppose that was just repressed anger on my part. I apologize.

I welcome you to a free hit.

-Another defensive position.-

If you can manage it.

[photonicfighter]

[A compliment. He complimented her. And that adds another layer of confused uncertainty on what to think about him. He's volatile... but he's willing to be complimentary.

She remains on guard.]

Apology accepted. I misspoke.

[The offer of a free hit was tempting. Her fists loosened, re-balled, and lifted... but she didn't take it.] I think we've demonstrated... [Oh. Oh, "if you can manage it?" That was a dare, wasn't it? It was ON. And she was back on in at him, throwing more punches, trying to put them where he doesn't seem to tend to usually block.]

[silver_reign]

-Good, she took the bait! Dynamo didn't really want to finish, it was something of a thrill for him. Just to do something besides the old fashioned way of doing things. As this town was convinced he was perfectly fine with doing.

His arm went to block each strike... and again he was impressed. Sooner or later, he would miscalculate a move.-

[photonicfighter]

[Her ego about her fighting capacities was always getting her into situations like these. And it was such a thrill, all of it. As sweet and civil and borderline domestic as she could be, she was a machine built for this. Combat was her purpose.

High punch, mid punch, high again, low, a strike for the underarm, a strike where his ribs ought to be, a wild hook at his jaw, even... Something had to hit. It was more about proving contact than causing injury at this point, what with all the armor they both wore.]

[silver_reign]

-Each block he successfully pulled off, only caused him to be more confidant in his lack of weapon systems. Which, while good... might go to his head. Eventually, a hit did connect. It was a strike to his jaw that he wasn't expecting at all. He jerked to the side and quickly stepped back.-

That was... unexpected.