The Depths of Gigas

[bravenewmods]

While Union was happy to agree to a ceasefire with Gigas and treat with them in earnest, it seems the Seekers have held some suspicions of the great Empire for awhile now. And thus, enlisting in the help of a few hand-picked Union agents, they stole into the deepest vaults of Gigas, hoping to recover items of great power and learn the truth about the city’s purported guardian gods.

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Minako, Haruka, Michiru, Ami, Lenna

[bravenewmods]

[While this was technically a restricted area, security seemed rather light. Celito had provided some schematics of the area - where they came from he would not disclose. The area was unlike anything seen in Union, taking a little-known service entrance the group found themselves on steel catwalks in a dimly lit area. Below, soldiers with highly advanced firearms patrolled, they were alert but at ease, it doesn’t seem like they were really expecting intruders. There was a clear path forward, but it was also hard to see - light would surely alert the guards below, as would sound. Moving along the catwalk, the group soon encountered a fork. Right or left. Where did fate lie today?]

[allergictoloveletters]

[She glanced at the people below them and frowned as she tried to use her analyst abilities to see as far as she could. While she wasn't a proponent for splitting up, better to only have a small group captured than everyone. She glanced down below and pulling out a small notebook from her skirt pocket, even in the dark she wrote:]

'We could split up, two of us going one way two another, and one standing guard for five minutes and come back here to see which way to go. If after five minutes one of us doesn't come back, the one standing guard goes for that group. But if someone else has an idea I suggest writing it down.'

[She handed the notebook and pen to the others, glancing back down at the guards.]

[actsmagnificent]

[ Haruka had hoped to just be her and Michiru for this anyway, but the presence of actually intelligent people isn't that bad. She holds up a hand at the notebook in an "I don't need it" gesture and turns to leave, flicking her eyes to Michiru. "Two people going one way" sounds like their cue.

Just remains to see whether her partner thinks left or right seems more promising. ]

[child_of_luv]

[Minako nodded in agreement with Ami. It seemed to be the best course of action for now. She let the notebook get passed by her towards Michiru and Lenna for their input. While they waited, she watched down below, being careful not to grab the steel railing. Her last evolution had left her with a metallic coating, and she was likely to make noise if she did. At least her shoes were quiet?]

[my_father_is_a_tycoon]

[Lenna glances between her companions, seemingly unsure of the plan at first. But once it looks like everyone has agreed, she offers a somewhat hesitant nod.]

If that's what you all think is best.

[bravenewmods]

[The footsteps of passing guards can be heard as they pass by underfoot before taking the right path, chatting quietly to themselves.]

You on Steel today?

Nah, Ice.

Ergh, who did you piss off? I swear that cell is fifty below.

Tell me about it.

[allergictoloveletters]

[Ami moved near the edge, looking down as she heard them mention ice. Ice? Steel? Her brows knitted together and she glanced over to everyone. If everyone was in agreement, she took the notepad.]

'Haruka and Michiru will take left, Minako and Lenna will take right. I will stay and guard. In five minutes, come back and report what you found. If you don't come back in five, I will come check on your path.

These two paths could lead to whatever "Ice" and "Steel" are so stay ready and stay quiet.

Chie, Morgiana, Raine, Sophia, Waver, Mikleo

[bravenewmods]

[Deep within the bowels of the Capitol building, Gigas urban legends spoke of an immense facility. Supposedly, the government held the most top-secret findings - UFOs and alien life were the most popular among the citizenry. As the party entered through a security door using a card Maeve had produced but not said a word of as to where she had obtained it, they found themselves in a dimly lit corridor, cold, heartless steel surrounding them on all sides. Along the way were small strips of red light, and there were no guards to be seen.]

[flying_chains]

Stealth was the priority, and so Morgiana did not have any of her pokemon with her, as they were all large and noisy. She padded silently along with the group, alert and looking around curiously. Her senses were focused as hard as she could for any sign of someone watching them. It seemed unlikely that they could get through this without anyone noticing them, but that didn't mean she wasn't going to try.

[soulofmagus]

Elhaz had been beside himself when he'd been left behind, but both the Ivysaur and the Porygon were the opposite of inconspicuous. So back at the hotel they had stayed. (The latter had been left plugged into the 'free wifi', which was presumably like the warp band network, so Ansuz hadn't minded staying behind.) Only Ymir, subtle and stealthy in spite of the steel half of his typing, stayed with Sophia.

He'd been invisible while they'd followed along with one of the Capitol building's tour groups, and now, here they were in a darkened corridor behind a secured door. Pale and uneasy, Sophia followed along with the group - this was a simple enough task, to be sure, but she couldn't shake the feeling that they Should Not Be Here.

[rulayracing]

Mikleo was fortunate that both of his Pokemon were quiet and small. However, he had to keep Kay in his arms, as the Ducklett wasn't going to keep up with them as well as Morgan could. The Eevee was as alert as ever to any sounds her ears caught, and so far they seemed undetected. Mikleo wasn't sure how long they could keep that up, but hopefully they could talk their way out of trouble.

[untalented]

He had initially come to Gigas in the interest of keeping certain people out of trouble, but his own innate curiosity had taken over by the time he arrived. Waver gingerly followed the group along with only his little Foongus sitting on his shoulder-- his other pokemon that had come along were either too large, too flashy, or too boisterous for a stealth mission like this.

But the dark unnerved him, and unnease made his heart jump in rapid cadence with every step. Tempting as it was to use his Flash technique to dispel some of this darkness, something in his gut told him that it wouldn't be a good idea.

[wise_maiden]

Raine still had very reluctant feelings about joining the group for the expedition, but in the end, weighing the choice, it seemed better to tag along than be left behind to worry. Accompanying her is her ditto, comfortably disguised on her person as an armband.

Much like the others, she doesn't want to risk using her own light or flash, instead quietly analyzing what could be seen of the area. Which wasn't much, but for now it only seemed like there was one way to go.

Ezreal, Lux, Duo, Rise, Rose, Hayato

[bravenewmods]

[There aren't any hallways like this in Union. For one thing, there's too much metal. For another, there's too many guards. Guards with what are definitely some sort of high-powered weapon, resting in the crooks of their arms like an extension of themselves. Guards in heavy sunglasses so no one can tell where they're looking. Guards who do pace the corridors, yes, but who don't seem concerned about leaving.

Because there are also strange contraptions affixed to the ceiling with lenses on them. And those appear to be watching the way.]

[sparrowfeathered]

[Rose is wearing the mask in front of the others -- she showed up that way -- and has her back against a corner, as she watches the guards from the corner of her eye. Then the strange things with lenses.]

[...damn. She looks at the others, then reaches up -- and pulls the mask off, revealing herself to be Rose. Despite her trepidation, it seems best. After all, she knows who they are. Fair's fair.]

I guess I have a side job besides being a merchant. Any ideas? This place is seriously locked down.

[indy_wannabe]

[Ezreal's voice is low, just above a whisper as he scans the area]

I can probably warp some people, but those look like cameras. Not sure if it'd be safe. I wonder if there's anywhere else we can come at it?

[He looks around for blind spots to slip into or ducts that might be accessible.]

[divine_braid]

If we could find uniforms like they have, we could try to blend in long enough to get through.

[It was a long shot, but Duo didn't know the layout well enough to be able to call a secondary route.]

[senpaidol]

One sec, guys. I'm going to see if there's a weak point.

[Rise, concentrating on her Enlightened abilities, tries to use them to get an idea of the layout of the corridors and where the guards are, looking for any gaps in their coverage. She doesn't know if she can see those cameras - she's pretty sure they're cameras, based on her own Warp Band and her perusals of Gigan electronics stores.]

[expertonshutters]

[Hayato had zoned in on those first. He gives them a wary look and nods.]

Definitely cameras.

[He'd only been staring at Gigan camera technology for 80% of his stay here. He glances to Rise, waiting for the results of her scan before offering anything else. He was muscle not must of a stealth and sneak kind of guy.]

Rei, Sinbad, Right, Harry, Magnolia

[bravenewmods]

[The gleaming city affairs building was milling with city officials followed by their staff and civilians who had come in to do business alike, but, not all was as transparent as the party line made it out to be in the City of Reclamation. There were areas that were closed to the public, blocked off by locked doors and the occasional sign that read 'Employees Only.' Careful observation would reveal that there is a door in particular that a number of official looking individuals with sharp suits and shined shoes pass through through with the help of a simple looking key card. A peek behind those doors reveal the roaming presence of several guards, each equipped with a firearm that was as intimidating as the the echoing clack of their heavy boots on the shined tile of the floors. Though they offered a cordial greeting to the familiar faces as they made their rounds, they also didn't seem to distract easily from their intended mission.

It's a busy day, and people are everywhere; it's clear that a delicate hand will be needed if the mission is to be carried out without a hitch.]

[conquerorofwaves]

[Sinbad had a good reason to be in the city affairs building - least officially. He carried a stack of papers - all guidelines on possible taxes and tariffs he would have to consider if he does successfully close a trade agreement. The bustle of employees flying in and out of the restricted door was too much for him to just slip in... and he rather not try it alone.

Going in during the daytime is out of the question he assumes from the traffic, so that means - least in his opinion - they would have to try later, and that means finding workers leaving - presumably home, and accidentally bump into them, scattering paper all over]

Ah! Sorry, sorry... didn't see you, I was too distracted by the numbers - Lemme get these out of your way...

[And while they're helping him pick up the sheets, he'll help himself to their keycards from their wallets and purses when their attention is sufficiently diverted, leaving the ones hanging in lanyards alone - too obvious if those cards went missing. Hopefully if he manages to abscond with the cards that they don't actually check their wallets until the next time they go on shift. Once all his papers are returned, he waves the workers off, and glanced over to others briefly, to see if they spotted anything useful to their mission or trouble]

[lunchleader]

[The type of clothing Right's wearing isn't what he prefers to wear. It's colorful, yes, but in an unusually tacky way. What's really unusual is that his wings are hidden beneath the jacket that comes with the outfit. People are staring at him and his gawking - yes, outright gawking - of the various public areas.]

Woooow...this is mighty impressive, huh? I mean, look at all how shiny everything is! Really ain't nuthin' like home, is it, lil one?

[The 'little one' in question looks like some emo kid hiding beneath a piece of baggy clothing called a 'hoodie', wearing equally baggy pants that covers the feet. His 'hands' are tucked into the pants pockets as he appears to be slouching and dragging his feet along.

In truth, though, it's all an act. He drew the 'decoy' straw, so he managed to find some clothing local to this area for him and his 'little one' - aka, Soft Steel - and convinced his Lucario friend to keep his ears down and tucked away to complete the effect. If all goes well, someone might try and play tour guide for them and let slip some important piece of info.]

[faithfulflame]

[Rei absolutely remembered how this had gone last time, with Right fooling around with those ridiculous outfits in Sanctuary. She's already dressed up, a fitting outfit put together thanks to the Disguise Ring she'd gotten from the Mages for her help. She's waiting, dressed as a guard, for the rest of the group. The disguise is perfect, and Rei's demeanor helps.

Once Sinbad slips out she nods to him and slips towards their goal, patient and ready to deal with any problems that might come up.]

[no_love_potions]

[The group's all assembling right on time. The card key is gotten, the diversion is in place As if on cue, a door swings open and a tall man in drab grey clothes, boots and a cap pulled down over his forehead steps out. He pulls a cart filled up with brooms, mops, garbage bags and other cleaning supplies with him and makes his way across the lobby, idly whistling a little tune to himself. Where'd he get that stuff? Found it.

Harry even pauses to give a friendly wave and a smile to a couple of guards he passes by on his way to the target. They barely acknowledge him. Perfect.

Now it's just a matter of jumping that first hurdle....]

[bravenewmods]

[The ones who bothered with a proper disguise or cover story will find that their acts go by without a hitch-- the office workers are overworked with their stacks of papers and too distracted by deadlines to notice when something as small as a pass card gets lost in the shuffle, and the disguises that Rei and Harry came up with are on-point.

The only problem, really, is standing right in the center in a gaudy outfit with a 'little one' by his side.]

Uh-uhm, excuse me.

[A bespectacled young woman approaches Right after watching his antics go on for a little too long. 'Frumpy' would be the best description for her, with her old shoes, overgrown hair cut, and a skirt that may have been fashionable fifteen years ago.]

Whatever you want, I'm going to have to ask you to leave. There's a sign, you see. [She pointed over near the main door.] It says 'no loitering,' and 'no soliciting.' If you're looking to put on a show, you need to go somewhere else.