[IC] Eternal Galaxy: Phoenix

[Cucoo5]

Manor of Eternity - Sanctuary of Light

"Anything that prohibits the restoration of the ecosystems and structures that allow for the existence of the utopian system of life in the Galaxy." Aurora responded.

[S121]

Planet Dua - Mirror Sea - Isle of Spirits
Manor of Eternity - Sanctuary of Light

John was getting somewhat irritated by Aurora insisting that the galaxy should be wiped out, despite all he and the others had said. She wasn't talking about just restoration, she was talking about genocide. To be honest, John couldn't help but feel that this particular situation felt very familiar, only instead of the Halo Arrays, it was this "restoration", and instead of Guilty Spark 343, it was Aurora. Cortana could tell what John was thinking, but kept silent. She knew that there was nothing to be said, not yet.

"No. That is no excuse for wiping everything out. There is no such thing as a Utopian society.", John said to Aurora in a stern tone before pausing.

After taking a moment to think about what to say next, John decided to ask Aurora a question, one that would help John prove his point. John didn't know what the galaxy was like 10,000 years ago, but he knew that it was not Utopian.

"If the galaxy used to be a Utopian society, then what happened to everyone? What was it like before everyone died?", John asked Aurora.








Crash Site - Nevaaras

Ethan simply looked at SimO and nodded, agreeing that it was an interesting trick. After removing his aim from the large eye, Ethan continued to quietly follow SimO.

[bookdragon2000]

Nevaaras Headquarters-Nevaaras CY-001

Eorthe entered the headquarters. Everyone seems quite busy, so she went to one side and placed the box on the ground. She pressed the button and waited while Nhiome materialised and orientated himself. He looked around confused as to where he was, all though what was really looking around was the small cameras on each side of the box. Eorthe quickly explained the situation to him, then asked "So what do you think had happened that got you so worried? How can they not know of aura crystals when you say it is the most common power source?"

Nhiome looked troubled, then said, "This place, no, not just this place, the entire planet looked different, even from orbit. This couldn't have happened in the few years since i visited. The only theory i can come up with is that your method of traveling was not as fast as you thought and we actually took longer than we thought. We wouldn't show any signs, me being an AI and you being immortal, but it's strange KuroiKaze is still in good condition. This would explain though, why so much change has happened. Aura crystals are never meant to run out, but if they somehow stopped recharging on their own and stopped being the main source of power...that would explain why no one knows about it. Well, it couldn't hurt to ask, and if aura crystals are really gone, a new method of powering the ship will need to be found..."

Eorthe had already stopped listening and pressed the button again, causing the image to fizzle out. She then approached another guard and inquired once more about aura crystals, then added, "If you don't use aura crystals any more, then what method of power generation do you use now then?"

[Koishi]

Sanctuary of Light

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"Utopian society is boring. Nothing to do." Mima said. "No point to go on."

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Crash Site

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The two came to a heavily infested door, covered in thick layers of spores.

"If my map is correct, beyond this door should be the controls and computers for the ship. From there, we can get information about how much infestation is on the ship, and more importantly, if there are any living people on the ship." SimO replied. "Do you have anything which can produce a flame, such as a lighter?"

[wonderweiss]

Colony, Nevaaras

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Morice took out a pack and put it on the floor by Megumi.

"Biscuit and a water bottle. The bottle uses technology from my old galaxy, so the water won't get warm. It won't freeze, either. The outside, however, isn't affected by the temperature of what's inside. And the biscuit is just a biscuit. That way, if you do pass out again, at least you have something to get your energy back."

He removed his hood and threw it on the ground by the bed. He removed his glasses and placed them on a nearby counter. If you looked at the glasses, one would notice that there were no lenses inside. Just hollow space.

"Well then... I guess I should be resting. Not much I can do now, can I?"

He looked at Megumi and asked.

"... Before I go... What race are you? What planet? I'm curious."

((Sorry, I hadn't noticed you posted, SUSTIC ^^'))

[Cucoo5]

Sanctuary of Light

"The Galaxy prior was in perfect balance. There was no conflict, no disease, no premature death. Everything existed in perfect harmony, until a variable unaccounted for was introduced. Humans arrived in the Galaxy and disrupted the natural balance. Progress gave way to war. What became known as the War of Eternity marked the destruction of the natural balance to an irreversible degree. As the war progressed, the people sought to return to the prior system. However because the system had been utterly destroyed, this was impossible. Therefore the war continued for a hundred millennia. Eventually the "Inevitable Conclusion" occurred, however the means of this event had been changed so that it would not be a premature death of all life." Aurora paused.
"The end of all life, that we fought so long for to prevent, still occurred."

[Koishi]

Sanctuary of Light

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"Old makes way for new." The Reaper started. "If a plant dies, it decomposes, becoming part of the soil and making it more rich, giving new plants a easier gorwing time. Lingering in the old ways isn't beneficial."

"Sounds like the old situation of unplugging life support from a patient who can't be saved." Mima commented.

"Similar, but not exactly." The Reaper replied.

[NeoFox]

Nevaaras - Skies over CY-001

Up high in the skies Astraea kept flying. The heat was intense as she flew and landed on a nearby building.

"No signs of the target in sight..." Astraea said as she looked around. She was still trying to look for Megumi who had been eluding her for a long time now. However she can tell that she is close... she just... can tell. All informations he had gathered had indicated she is within the Colonies limits.

Just as she was about to fly off she heard a small beeping sound as her communicator picked up a call from her boss.

"Astraea we have detected the target's location. According to the tracking chip in the back of her neck she is within the colony about one mile North of your current location. Please head to the target's location, capture her, and bring her back pronto." The man said on the other end of the radio before hanging up.

After the call Astraea smiled slightly as she turned North. "One mile from here? I can make it there in a few minutes... Looks like I will finally finish my mission... After I'm done with her I will then begin searching for that other guy... whatever his name is..." She said as she slowly took off into the air, when she was finally high enough in the sky she took off at 85 mph towards Megumi's location.

[S121]

Planet Dua - Mirror Sea - Isle of Spirits
Manor of Eternity - Sanctuary of Light

After hearing about all Aurora had said, John couldn't help but feel a little more aggravated. They had given Aurora many alternatives, yet she ignored them and wanted to wipe out the entire galaxy. This time, John spoke with a more serious tone.

"Aurora, just bring back some of the people. You do not have to replicate the same thing over and over again. Thinking that doing the same thing and getting a different result is pointless, and I'm sure even you know that. It's done, but it's not over. Just bring them back without wiping out the galaxy.", John said to Aurora.

All of a sudden, John had an idea. Perhaps Aurora couldn't listen to them because she was an AI. After all, she was run by programming, which meant that perhaps she couldn't make any other choice. If that was the case, then John needed to know. With that thought in mind, John asked Aurora another question.

"Aurora, are you not following alternative methods because of your programming?", John calmly asked Aurora.





Crash Site - Nevaaras

After SimO asked Ethan about whether or not he had a lighter, Ethan lightly smiled inside of his helmet as he removed his lighter from its storage compartment.

"Yep. Got one right here.", Ethan said as he showed SimO the lighter.

[SUSTIC]

Nevaaras-Colony-001 Headquarters

The guard turned to Eorthe with a stumped look on his face.

"Aura... Cyrstals? I don't know what your talking about. The only crystals we know of are the ones in the mines about a few days away from here. However they don't have any natural energy in them. We have conducted studies and found that they are perfect for storing energy. Other than that we don't use these "Aura Crystals" or whatever you call them for a power source. Instead we use something similar to Fusion Engines and generators to power the tech here." The guard replied as he turned back around to talk to his fellow comrades.



Nevaaras Headquarters - Nevaaras CY-001 - Miranda's Office

At what Miranda heard she seemed to sober up almost instantly.

"Wait... can you... can you run that by me again? Did you say that the past is going to be trying to... reclaim everything? What the hell do you mean by that...?" Miranda said as she leaned back in her chair. She rubbed her eyes as she shook her head.

"I hope I'm still drugged up..."


Nevaaras CY-001

Megumi looked at the water bottle and biscuit pack on the floor as she sat up. She quickly grabbed the biscuit and in a few bites she ate it all. Afterwards she took a big drink from the water bottle, drinking about 3/4th's of the water in the bottle. Afterwards she stretched as she stood up.

Looking around she paid no attention to Morice's glasses.

Turning to Morice Megumi thought for a minute before answering...

"To be honest... I cannot tell you. If I were to then I am afraid I would have to attempt to end your life. Fortunately due to how kindly you treated me I will refrain myself from killing you. However I must hide my identity... now if You'll excuse me I must leave now. If I stay here any longer I will be in trouble." Megumi said in a monotone tone of voice as she turned to the door to leave the building...

[NeoFox]

Nevaaras CY-001

After a few minutes of flying Astraea finally reached her location. Exactly one mile North of her previous location. After she reached her location she landed on another building with a small thud sound as she landed on the roof. Unknown to her is the very building that Megumi and Morice are in.

"Now where is that girl? She should be around here somewhere..." She said as she began to keep a close eye out for any sign of Megumi... which unfortunately for her... she is inside the building she is standing on...

[wonderweiss]

Nevaaras

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Morice gave a slight hmph before sitting on his bed and taking out a tablet.

"Whatever. In the end, I know what you can do to an extent, so I guess that'll do for now."

He activated it and turned on the radar to see if the captain actually did send a scout. He saw an entity was above their heads on the roof.

"And watch your head. Some idiot is on the roof for some reason. Watch you don't become their landing pad.

He looked around for any friendlies.

Unfortunately for him... He saw someone at a window and he turned yo it and then BAM! There was a giant bipedal lizard-like creature at the window. Morice jumped and gave a slight yelp. Then, he calmed down. He rushed to the window and opened it, letting it in. The creature stumbled a bit but was able to regain balance.

"What the hell were you thinking, Jim?!" Morice yelled. "Aren't you supposed to give me a message before doing this kind of stuff?!"

Jim answered in a hoarse, raspy voice. "If you would have paid attention, you would have seen that I did."

Morice looked at the glasses and saw that one of the lights were flashing green.

"... Well pardon me. I was dealing with someone."

"Were you?"

"Yes."

"And why hadn't you taken them? Such hospitality can only be paid back by their services."

"She was helpless. Plus, I don't see why she would be -"

"She?"

"Yes, it was a girl."

"... Very well. I'll let that one slide."

"Alright. And I take it you're my escort?"

"Indeed."

"... Alright, I guess you can stay."

[SUSTIC]

Nevaaras CY-001

Megumi looked at Morice and nodded.
"I will be sure to take that in mind. Now I see you have somewhat else here to see you... as such I will make my leave now." She said as she noticed the 'lizard man' that is Jim.

When she left Morice's temporary home she thought about the noise on the roof. As such Megumi turned to see what caused that loud thud. What she saw stunned her, and made her jaw drop.

"No... it can't be. How did you find me so quickly!?" Megumi said as she summoned her Ceramic Carbide sword the Black Blade, and got into a defensive stance. It was obvious that she was almost fearing this strange woman... The woman known as Astraea... the Rogue Agent Hunter of GRACE Industries.

[NeoFox]

Nevaaras CY-001

Astraea looked down at Megumi, and when she saw her she got a devilish smirk on her face.

"Oh well look who it is! I've been searching for all this time, and I finally found you! Judging by the look on your face I can tell that you must be really scared right now! Well you should be! I've been searching for you for a really long time now Black Rock Shooter and now I'm going to do what I was sent here to do!!!" Astraea yelled as she drew her sword and shield, the Chrysoar, and the Aegis Shield Frontal. She then took a few steps forward as she was about to jump off the building and onto the ground below. However she ended up quite literally tripping over her own feet, thus falling face first onto the ground below with a loud thud...

[Koishi]

Crash Site

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SimO plucked the lighter from his hands, gently opening it and igniting the flame, and held it up to the infestation. The infestation seemed to retract from the flame, as he moved it over the door, and eventually, the door uncovered, spotless. It then held the lighter next to the door, revealing a keypad. SimO tapped the keys on the pad, and a dinging sound occurred. The door creaked open and SimO handed back the lighter.