crux_fleet | Doom 3: The Flashlightning

[Over the course of the day, the pounding of footsteps running across decks, halls, and other areas could be heard but nothing was to be seen. Unless one was at the scene of action.

Where scientists and technicians were spending their time this day, mostly unknown soldiers deactivated their optical camouflage and burst in, arresting them. No undue force was used, just the waving of guns and threatening words. Many of them seemed to have an idea of what was going on and offered no resistance.

Anyone encountered on the way that wasn't a natural crew-member of the ship, namely the guests, would be treated with complete deference. A salute and greeting from the leader of the group while the rest continued to escort their charges to where they were requested to be. And, of course, none were arrested as they obviously were not a party of this conspiracy.

Not too long after this took place, an announcement was made. The person making the announcement was completely covered in armor and had a voice re-modulator, making it difficult to tell if they were even human.]

Greetings. I am Colonel Speck, commander of the special operations group AFLAK. For those who don't know, we are an independent military organization created solely for the purpose of identifying and rooting out corruption among the ranks of the normal chain of command.

We have come to the conclusion that many of the scientists and their comrades in arms who produce their creations have been holding back technology vital to this fleet. For what reason, we have yet to determine but the appropriate parties will be questioned. In the meantime, said technology will be installed and implemented by these people.

This should come as good news to all of our guests as some of this may have been holding you back. To make up for this breakdown in command, I have now issued orders to my soldiers to assist you in whatever way possible, within reason. In my free time, I will also make myself available for questions as I'm sure there may be a few on your minds.

[And for a while, the Colonel's soldiers will be very visible guarding the scientists and technicians at all times. The civilians would be allowed to interact with others but not without an escort present. It's pretty clear that until the Colonel gets what the Colonel wants, these soldiers will be here to stay.]

Flat | Top-Level Comments Only

What the hell is this, Colonel? Have you taken our Science Captain? Did Admiral Bulsara authorize this?

This is justice. The Science Captain is implicated so he will undergo routine questioning. [Being a boss, the Science Captain does get some benefits.]

As for your final question, no. We do not require the authorization from those under the normal chain of command.

You have an interesting idea of justice. So you're internal affairs, right? "Quis custodiet ipsos custodes?"

I mean, seriously, I understand we have to have military secrets, but man, this is kind of a coup for the moment at least.

If this were a coup, I would be issuing orders to you. Unlike our scientists, I know where my authority extends and where it does not.

Why were we not informed about your organization?

[Lafiel approves of oversight. Lafiel doesn't approve of surprises, even when they aren't about her.]

Also, you will remain off of my ship unless invited by one of my officers.

[Lafiel also doesn't know how Colonel compares to starship captain, but she doesn't care.]

For your first question, it was classified for certain eyes only. For the second, we have no reason to antagonize you so if that is your wish, then it shall be followed.

It is. I prefer to supervise what's going on on my ship, so there's no one or nothing that need concern you.

Understood. Do you have anymore questions?

[The Colonel's fingers weren't tapping but it was clear that the Colonel had things to do.]

Not at the moment.

[Of the 'wait what?' variety]

Yeah? You recruiting?

[Deadlock's loyalty is to...whoever has the most grenades and can get him the frag out of here.]

I will admit that's not a question I expected. But no, we are not recruiting directly. If you are looking for a job in this field, I am sure something can be found.

Hfn. You think I'm feeling all squishy and loyal to these idiots who snatched me here?

[Does this face look squishy? No. No. It does not.]

I just wanna get out of this place.

In short, you're willing to cut corners to get what you want?

What?

[Sorry, he's paranoid enough that sounds like you're trying to frame him.]

Saying I want to be with the people who get slag done.

Getting things done properly can sometimes take a long time. I'm wondering if you're willing to put in that time.

Fought a war for four million fraggin' years. You thinkin' longer than that?

That's beyond a normal life span. But I am willing to compromise. If I require the skills of someone your type, I will get in contact with you.

Hnf. Beyond one of your lifespans, maybe. Trust me, I know what I'm doing and I can wait for it.

[Though he does get bored and that's probably bad.]

I gotta lot of skills, by the way.

Go ahead. I'm listening.

Like...shooting things. Stabbing things. Blowing things up. You know.

All of that. I'm good at it. The best.

[The best as long as Wing's not around to throw him around like a plushie.]

The best....

[The Colonel's voice kind of trails out.]

...I see. You'll have an enjoyable time ahead of you. Please use your unique abilities to their fullest extent.

The frag's that supposed to mean?

[Because that sounds like a 'nope' to him. He doesn't like nopes. Unless he's the one doing the noping.]

There's no hidden meaning. You'll simply being using your skills quite a bit.

Good. More shooting, less paperwork.

[Ugh that is the worst part of this place. All the reports.]

Corruption that normal around here that ya need a task force for it, huh?

[How awesome, just like home!]

As a bureaucracy gets larger, there is an increased chance of corruption. Our group was created to combat that, to stop it from reaching a level that would cause an unrecoverable collapse.

We're more of a safeguard as opposed to a reactionary movement.

Don't I know it.

[Really you have no idea.]

How's that been working out for ya?

[She looks biased...and not in a positive light. Flashpoint's a hard one to win over.]

I consider any direct involvement that we must take a failure. So you may that that as you wish.

Doom 3: The Flashlightning - Part 1

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