The Long Journey Home

['Ghost']

He immediately takes the safety off his rifle, whilst looking at each of the objectives.

Whilst we need to take the objective our first priority should be to secure our perimeter. If we can trace the signal that it is highly likely the toasters can too, and we don't want to leave the buildings only to walk into an ambush. Sierra form up, private Tsuba you're with me, privates Zhukov and Zhukova take the eastern wall, we'll take the southern. That leaves the northern and western walls to you captain.

Assuming nothing attacks us whilst we set up the perimeter. Upon returning.....

Whilst we need to investigate these buildings I don't think leaving the outside without at least a sentry would be wise. Otherwise if the toasters pick up on us or the signal we could still be ambushed. so I'm looking for a volunteer to act as rear guard whilst the investigation is carried out, any takers?

The question aimed at both Echo and Sierra squads.

 

[J. D. Tsuba]

'yes captain' J.D. intoned in a bored voice.
whilst traipsing around after Ghost, he started to monitor the outgoing frequencies himself, to try and decipher them

OOC: tell me what checks to make, and I'll do it

reaching the perimeter, he scanned the horizon to try and see anything out of the ordinary, trying at least to be a decent soldier, if a bit half-heartedly

OOC: again, checks

mostly however, J.D seemed lost in his own little world, busy with his inbuilt screens and 'puters.

 

[Ray Ray]

He looked left and right, not hearing any volunteers as of yet for Ghost's 'guard duty'.

"Suppose thats my job again, ey? Best back watcher this side of... Space!"

 

['Ghost']

Nodding his head...

Good, that leaves one more volunteer to watch your back. If no-one else volunteers I'll do it.

Continuing to wait to see if anyone speaks up

 

[Aleksandra Zhukov]

Aleksandra spoke up "This is an unrelated thought sir but I was wondering if anyone in ether squad apart from myself had any linguistic training or capability. I could attempt to decipher some of the signal but I couldn't do it alone. If we could work out any of the message it may provide valuable information about the surrounding area."

 

[J. D. Tsuba]

OOC: Reply to Rey: What have you studied? I have a PHD in Astrophysics and Theoretical space travel and an MSC in Applications of theoretical Physics in Electrical Engineering, I also learnt a lot about cartography as a hobby Do you prefer theoretical or practical work? Definitely practical. theoretical work is fine to start off with, but if you want to save anyone or affect the world around you, you need to be willing to get your hands dirty. I would not be here otherwise. Are theories all you wish to discuss? Hardly, I am interested in many subjects, and able to converse in many different areas and levels of polite conversation, however I tend to prefer conversation with academic equals, it is more... stimulating. What do you consider about the possibility of our science being wholly inappropriate for what we meet out there? Hmmm, now that is a very good question, I am sure we will find certain aspects of our technology lacking, forcing our improvisation. The majority of our science however is based upon universal truth and observation and is therefore applicable everywhere, except possibly when warping with the paksis engines, that has yet to be tested thoroughly. I have no concern over our abilities in such an alien system What does he think of cute things? Like Alpaca's, aren't they so fluffy? I have a certain penchant for fluffy things, I believe everyone does in their hearts. I particularly have a soft spot for coypu. Alpacas are a little to aggressive for my liking, but yes they are fluffy, if you like that sort of thing. *edges away slowly*

 

[Universal_narration]

After Sierra scans the area, there doesn't seem to be anything on the horizon or at least outside, not even wildlife. You all would've thought there would be some wildlife but that doesn't seem to be the case here.

OOC: @Tsuba: First check is science, computer or linguistics. Pick one they'll give different answers. 2nd one see above.

[MENTION=5134]Ghost[/MENTION]

Spoiler

He is the military psychiatrist on board, thus has access to most of if not all of the military psychology reports if he needs them. You have a suspicion he might have gone over everyone's files as an adviser to Okado when selecting starseeker.

[MENTION=6460]Mikhail[/MENTION]

Spoiler

"Locals of planets should not know anything about them, if they do know then the sleepers have failed in their mission and are extracted." Helm replies back.

 

[Mikhail Zhukov]

Mikhail climbed on top of the tank and addressed Ghost.

No disrespect sir but I cannot imagine you being very effective with your rifle indoors.

He picked up the machine gun attached to the pintle mount and jumped down.

The rest of us can check out the insides. Trying to decipher the signal might be a good idea. The locals are not supposed to know about the "harvesting" but if they were to find out the toaster operation was supposed to be shut down, so the signal might be coming from either side.

I shall go get Arthur out.

And he disappeared behind Snowdrop.
[MENTION=8666]Remi[/MENTION]
So private, did Okada assign you as our guardian angel, or is this a one time thing?

 

['Ghost']

A valid point, my skill set is more useful outdoors then in. Private Zhukova I'm raising you to my second, whilst I'm absent I'll leave command of Sierra to you. This is a permanent position, in the future if I find myself incapacitated or worse you'll take command. Take the satellite building, if any clues exist to this signal they'll likely be in there, keep me posted on any developments. If you find an overwhelming force pull back, in the open we can have echo assist. Likewise captain if you feel the need for support you can count on Sierra.

He starts looking around the outpost, trying to spot a good vantage point, offering as much coverage as possible.

OOC: Name the rolls and I'll make them, i'm gonna go ahead and assume perception or investigation. If you want me to show you the rolls I can always use my cam, if that's not an issue I'll make them as soon as you let me know which ones to make =D

 

[Alexander Bauhdric]

Alexander nods, the stoic façade of his armour mirroring his own expression.

"Indeed. You can count on us. Echo squad, we'll perform a sweep of the bunker as our first objective. I'll take point."

He keeps his commands clipped and to the point, waiting for ghost to find a good observation point before moving in; it would pay to have cover as they crossed the open ground.