Robots in Disguise

[tillallareone]

[1] [Video] [Speak to Optimus here.]

[Well everyone, after that interesting little event at the power plant, there are now three transforming alien robots at Sakihama base. The leader of them now making an announcement.]

Members of the Unity Group. It is a pleasure to meet all of you, though admittedly I wish that your first encounter with my species could have been under better circumstances. My name is Optimus Prime, leader of the Autobots. I had mentioned before during the battle that there was a war involved between the Decepticons and ourselves. What I had not mentioned was the scale of it...

[Prime sounded more than a little severe.]

This conflict consumed our entire planet and divided our species in two and had spanned across millennia. A conflict that has spread here when I led a failed attempt to find others willing to assist the Autobots as our numbers... and the energy available across our planet dwindled. It is because of this mistake that I swear that my troops and I will do whatever we can to assist mankind and all its allies in defending itself - not just from the Decepticons, but from all those who seek to cause you harm.

As such, all Autobots present on Earth will make themselves known to ESUN officials and provide assistance whenever possible. A small contingent of which will be arriving to support the Unity Group directly.

I hope that our people can continue to work together. Even after our battles are over.

[2] [New Arrivals] [Speak to the other Autobots here]

[It wasn't long before a contingent of vehicles bearing the Autobot insignia stopped off at Sakihama. There was a lot of cheery talking and jabbing at each other for the most part, Optimus looking happy at the arrival of his soldiers-... no. His friends. After that the Autobots were getting acclimated to their new surroundings.]


[There were the two that appeared with Optimus of course. Blaster was smiling the whole time after getting to see Zwei Wing in person and was laying out a few beats. Admittedly it'd be hard NOT to hear the music if you wander through there. He was nodding to the beat as his chest compartment opened up and launched out a few cassettes that transformed into human sized robots that assisted in his work.]


[Cliffjumper was dragging several crates to what he has claimed to be 'his place'. Note that when he opened the crates he was soon unpacking a frighteningly huge arsenal with the biggest smirk. The way he unloaded every weapon from their containers with something approaching destructive reverence was nerve wracking to say the least. Is he really one of the good guys?]


[Ironhide and Kup, the old timers out of all of them were joking with each other as old soldiers are wont to do as they unloaded more material. The former would shake his head with a wry smirk as he kept working while the latter lapsed into talking about past campaigns in which he had to cooperate with alien species.]


[Ratchet, the medical officer of the Autobots was getting a handle for the equipment and materials the Unity Group has, given his technical know how he would be supplementing the mechanics. He's quite impressed at the level of robotics expertise that humanity has reached and believes there's a lot that can be shared in terms of knowledge.]


[Bumblebee was busying himself by conversing with some of the techs and other personnel around the base. Now that the Autobots were working with humanity rather than simply supporting them from the shadows, he was taking the chance to get to know people.]


[Red Alert on the other hand was looking jumpy as he looked around, muttering comments about potential security breaches and that there was no way that everyone on the base could be trusted. He internally ponders doing a triple-over background check on all personnel when he has the chance, if he can get the chance. He's busy setting up a makeshift security area for himself to work from and occasionally snapping away from his set up to look around randomly.]


[Wheeljack was setting up a makeshift lab/workshop. Be afraid. Be very afraid.]


[And then last but not least was the MASSIVE figure of Grimlock. The only Autobot who rivaled Optimus in terms of sheer size. He wasn't doing anything to help the others but merely set up his own little area, lay a massive sword against the wall and sit down, glaring at everyone else and daring them to approach. Something about him felt different from the others, but you can't put your finger on it.]

[Feel free to speak to any of them.]

Comments

2 - Blaster

[monophonic]

[A certain Symphogear user is looking around when she hears said beats. Naturally, she approaches to check it out, and much to her surprise, it's Mr. Tape Deck along with...a lot of tiny robots?]

Ah...you are...

[Unfortunately, that last bit distracts her a bit and she finds herself just watching the little guys work.]

[tillallareone]

Blaster, we met out there when we were fighting the Noise.

[He grins as he ducks down to offer a hand... or at the very least a finger for Tsubasa to shake. For a robot he's particularly expressive, looking pretty darned pleased to meet her.]

Tsubasa Kazanari right? Gotta say its great to hear you in person. There's a major thing between appreciating some tunes on a line and then there's hearing it up close.

[The humanoid cassettes seemed amused at Blaster's fanboying. Eject (blue) nudging Rewind (black) while the latter was hauling out what looked to be some kind of crazy amalgamation between a DJ booth and some serious communications hardware. Steeljaw (lion) and Ramhorn (rhino) were busy getting things wired up as best as they could despite lacking hands.]

Whoa, hey careful how you two haul those wires alright? I trust you guys, but we can't have anything shorting out ya hear?

1

[kill_all_vagans]

[And you know what? Flit's just going to stare. Sorry Optimus, it's not the robotic vehicle thing. It's just the alien thing.]

[tillallareone]

[Optimus is going to regard Flit with confusion. The thing is about Cybertronians is that they don't really have children... that didn't mean the concept of family was alien to them though nor was that of age.]

Are you alright? You seem to be at a loss for words...

[There was clear cut concern in his voice because the expression that Flit had was not one that is any sort of positive.]

2, take your pick

[herodrawing]

Giant sentient alien robots? And you are friendly!

That's amazing!

[Izuru observes, starry-eyed.]

[tillallareone]

[Oh Izuru of all the Autobots you could have picked, you had to end up with one of the least likely to treat you nicely.]

Why... little... human... bothering.... Grimlock.

[The voice came out in a deep, bass rumble that'd shake a man's fillings straight from his teeth as the red visor that made up this Grimlock Autobot's eye fixed itself on Izuru like a gun taking aim... or a massive animal waiting to bite down.]

Grimlock... not... friendly.

Cliffjumper

[gold_four]

[Well, how could he not be, providing Ataru so many new toys to look at?]

Wow... Can hardly tell what half of these are...

[Still, alien design and architecture won't be too much of a barrier, even for this lad, as he gets up close and peers into and around various weapons to get a good look and try to determine their purpose.]

Oooooh! Based on the chambering of the fuel cells, this is a high grade plasma cannon, right?!

Re: Cliffjumper

[tillallareone]

Don't touch my stuff!

[Cliffjumper's words were all but barked out as his eyes seemed to glow threateningly at Ataru. His grimace eased a little though.]

You seriously think that just because it has fuel cells its a High Grade Plasma Cannon?

Hah! This thing right here's-

[As he picked up the weapon to properly show it off to Ataru... his face suddenly looked like he bit into a lemon.]

- A Plasma Cannon... Variable setting though! So you still got it wrong!

1

[streamedastar]

You lost your planet to the war between you and them.
That's awful.
I hope Earth has been a kind enough second home for you all.

[tillallareone]

Though we have had to spend much of our time hiding... Earth was kind enough yes.

And while Cybertron is lost to us for now... one day we may get it back.

1

[majestic_keiki]

[Unlike her teammates, Kei wasn't busy marveling at the Autobots. Partly this was because she'd already had the initial surprise of running into them at the mission, but mostly she was just reeling from what Optimus had said. Shortly after his introduction, he'd find her seeking him out, only to stand around not quite sure if she dared to approach him after all.]

[tillallareone]

[Of course Optimus wasn't going to let an awkward silence hang over this like some kind of shawl of despair.]

Miss Kei Kugimiya? I was told that you were one of the pilots who was present during the battle.

It is good to meet you face to face. Is there something you wanted to speak to me about?

1

[cloningblues]

A miennia-spanning multi-planetary conflict? I thought there's just a tiny handful of you!

[tillallareone]

Admittedly there are a handful of us on Earth. Merely an expeditionary team. The rest of my people are scattered across the stars or have remained on Cybertron.

1

[abugslife]

I did not expect Decepticons to appear on Earth. Although I am glad to have finally met their much more honorable opponents.

[tillallareone]

Not many species would say the same and prefer to paint us in the same colors as the Decepticons, though I am thankful for your words. You are Gebian correct?

[dolorous_sensei]

Wait, there's a whole species of robots in disguise?

[tillallareone]

Yes. Cybertonians have existed for longer than life has walked on Earth. I do not mean to sound arrogant... but it is indeed a fact.

1

[keep_your_dignity]

[Hey look Optimus, it's what looks like a smaller robot]

WELCOME TO EARTH, THEN, OPTIMUS PRIME. MAKE SURE YOUR DECEPTICONS GRAB THEIR TICKETS FOR THE TRY-TO-KILL-EVERYONE QUEUE, WE ARE PRETTY DAMN SWAMPED RIGHT NOW.

[This robot, though, lacks things like a face or an expressive face. Perhaps less advanced in comparison to the Autobots and company]

AS AN OFFICER HERE, I REALLY NEED TO ASK SOMETHING THOUGH.

A WAR THROUGH MILLENIA. WHAT THE FLYING HELL ARE YOU PEOPLE FIGHTING OVER THAT IS WORTH MILLENIA OF DEATH?

[tillallareone]

Survival. The Decepticons are obsessed with conquest, and as that lies through us they intend to kill every Autobot they can get to.

2

[anewmachine]

[While the Autobots are having fun being all giant and intimidating, they shouldn't get too comfortable - another robot, this one about twice Optimus' height, is stomping around! Although it may look like one of the natives' piloted robots, without a mouth or other strangely human features, its movement is fluid and natural in a way that suggests a fully embodied intelligence. And, okay, "stomping" is a little harsh - it's moving carefully to avoid interfering with the activity going on below it, watching it all with what - despite the lack of any facial movement - is clearly a fascinated expression.

There are external speakers, and they broadcast a young woman's voice.]

Wow!

[tillallareone]

Oh.. oh! Now that's something!

[Wheeljack's going to stop working and quickly move up to the Rose, voice sounding delighted.]

I didn't think humans were capable of designing something that can move so naturally! No... it isn't just that...

You aren't a human in a machine at all are you?

2 whoever

[a_linear_mind]

[Willis looks on at the scene in complete awe. It was one thing to read the mission report, it was another to see it in person.]

Man never thought I'd see this.

[tillallareone]

[Willis, the Autobot Security Chief jolts in his seat, looking around frantically - was his head sparking just a little? Maybe. In any case he looks down with annoyance at Willis.]

Yes, I hope you're happy with what you saw. Now if you excuse me I need to figure out how to make this base secure.

[There was barely restrained patience as he twitchily shuffled through information.]

[2] Ratchet, Bumblebee, Kup / Ironhide, Wheeljack

[fire_dancer]

Ratchet


Rachet would find that a green haired human female would be watching him work and she looks up at the living robot over for a moment.

"Machines that are alive in every-way that counts. I'd never thought I'd meet something like you your a medic unless that Red Cross on your arm is just for show? I'm Raquel by the way and it's nice to meet another species whom all of do not want to kill us."


Kup and Iron Hide


At some other point Raquel seems to have been listening into the old Vets talk and she seems interested Kup for all the world carrying himself like some of the infantry forces who operate the base's security.

"Sounds like you got experience with this? Don't worry we don't lay eggs in your brains if that's what your worried about. Seriously though welcome to earth and we can frankly use all the backup we can get. If it's not our own internal fighting, it's hostile races from off world coming to kick our door down. Like seriously were we some evil empire that got bombed back to the stone-age once and now everyone's freaking out about us not being dead?"

Bumblebee


Raquel could not help herself but to notice the bright yellow living mecha who seem to be out talking to people and chatting she walks up to him, with perhaps odd hair for a human then again who knows there's a lot of variation with organic life after all.

"Hey, you seem to be getting busy meeting people already, hum so what's your story if I might ask? So your people would I think make it your the second alien species to join the Unity group. Though there is a Shura and his companion around here somewhere."

Yes Neige the lady who made Raquel feel flat, oh so very flat, but enough of that, Raquel attempts to focus on the Autobot and forget about Neige for the moment.

"So what's your name big guy?"


Wheeljack

At some point Raquel finds Wheeljack working here and she's watching him set up shop.

"So just what are you setting up is this some sort of lab?"

;-; so many Autobots

[tillallareone]

With the Medic



I actually chose this form because of what its supposed to represent.

[He taps the cross with a smile.]

Maybe I don't know much about human physiology, but I've done my fair share of emergency work while I'm here. Name's Rachet, and I'd have to say the feeling's mutual.

With the Old Timers



Ya hear that ya rust bucket? Guess those stories about Erebus Six ain't worth a scrap here.

It was Erebus Nine, maybe you're the one getting old if your memory processors are that shot.

[The two scuffle lightly, albeit in a way that won't lead to them hurting any personnel. Especially Raquel.]

We know all about stuff like that, believe me. And if you were some kinda' crazy empire back then, ya sure aren't now. an' Prime'd still fight for ya'll anyway.

With Short Dude



My story? Not that interesting.

[Bumblebee waves it off.]

Kup's got all sorts of stories if you want them though. Name's Bumblebee! Good to meet you.... and... what's a Shura?

With the Scientist



[Wheeljack would smile if he had a mouth.]

Yup! We've got to stay ten steps ahead of the Decepticons and who knows what else is out there, so I'm going to be doing my best to help out in the Hangar and see if we can adapt some of our technology to yours!

And this is the first time I've got a chance to see another species' technology up close! All that potential!

1

[modern_ancient]

How many millenia?

Re: 1

[tillallareone]

Four Hundred Thousand.

[Wait. That's got to be a mistake... right?]

Four Million Earth Years in total.