CR Cragsand S2E24: From the Skies

===Chapter 24: From the skies===
====Early bird====
Returning to the smithy in the morning Torok has been working the forge all through the night on Polkas tower shield and swords. He is exhausted but still in a decent mood and Sten commends him on his hard work. Just referring to Polka as "the sexy knight" he speaks of expecting to get titanium from "an old lady". 
On the terminal news of a terrorist bombing in The Undercity flashes and Sten reads it out.
"A historic part of the Undercity was lost and the lives of important members of Savior City were ripped away from us yesterday. The actions of Vanto Ruve have left the Undercity scarred and in mourning. These terrorist actions made by Vanto do not represent the ideologies of The Galactic Union in any way, shape, or form.
The actions taken by Vanto that are known at this time are the following: An explosion was heard in the Water District during the evening of last night at the Water District Tavern. Many people of the Undercity and Quixote were reportedly injured and killed from this explosion, which Quixote is investigating. Vanto was apprehended by Quixote and after a confrontation died via lethal force. In a final act, more explosives went off on his location causing further damage to Quixote assets and Undercity property. 
The Galactic Union condemns these horrific actions and is making a commitment to assist in the rebuilding efforts in the Undercity in every way requested by the citizens of the Undercity. We would like to express our deepest condolences to those who have lost loved ones. Unification between our communities will be essential for ensuring the safety of those who were affected and to ensure actions like these are never taken again."
Toolbox being with the union, worries that others will be distrustful towards them and him after the incident. Who died in the attack is not yet known. Jeremy asks about the gate and gets directed to McCuldger. Moving parts remaining to be assembled happen to be his specialty. Planning a business venture together with Speedracer, Jeremy purchase a scrap gun which Speedracer can be shot by, something that looks deadly but isn't. Returning again for a proper gun Sten agrees to give Jeremy a discount as long as he agrees to stay in Scrap Town and provide security for the town. Honoring McCuldgers deal to arm the locals he sells a revolver for 15k.
Jimmy walking in comes side by side to Garth. Interesting to see both of them together in the same room. Rambling wildly Garth speaks of Talaris and WOTO being mind controlled by some "puppet master" who put "strings in their bodies" to Jimmy. Sounding like crazy talk Torok asks Garth if maybe he is the one who is crazy and he actually admits to it, but asured that he is not crazy about the current topic. Ending the conversation with Jimmy running away Sten asks if he has any money yet and suggest he tries to find work in town, to make himself useful.
On the topic of magic Sten mentions some things he has seen like summoning fire and Torok brings up a great point, that if Sheila can summon water that would be invaluable and something they should look into.
Having seen the door malfunction at the smithy Mr Prowler takes a look at and fixes it, in doing so Sten gives him his password. Trusting in him, he doesn't care to change the code. Prowler purchases the last canon and harpoon in the smithy for Skully.
====Talaris Dominion====
Gath warns that he heard from the taxi that there are a "kill on sight orders" issued by Talaris for all the mages in The Undercity. Preparing Torok, Sten tries to take his time to describe the situation and to be ready for a fight, but only if provoked first. Outright upset considering the thought of his dear friends Jyggal or Willie being targets he remarks that usually by the time he actually remembers someones name, they tend to die. Things get cheerier as War-Togg collects his weapon, Toroks fine handiwork. Built with two sides with different heads it reflect both War and Togg, one axe side meant to destroy and another to reel in.
Sean tells that he upgraded his robot arm with a flamethrower although being a bit worried about having a fuel tank strapped to himself that could explode. 
News spread confirming that Talaris have occupied The Undercity, taking the local mages captive.
After a trip around town Sten returns to Sheila, Polka and "his princess" being in the shop. Seated on the counter is a small short half-cat-woman wearing a dress and by the forge Torok bangs away completing the knights shield. Reinforced with multiple layers of titanium and kitted with spikes, he can also use it in an offensive manner. Sten introducing himself as the gunsmith asks what happened to his last shield and "the princess" tells him that he lost it while fighting "Thaddeus". A name that keeps cropping up. The name of Polka's princess is "Friend". Exchanging some chivalry and curtsies of gratitude Polka claims that they're going to "save the world". Asks if he means the volcano they say yes and go off on their entourage.
Pondering a jingle with War-Togg and Jyggal for her restaurant they brainstorm something that could use some work.
Oasis grill come and chill, fine food - lift your mood! Charge your synths too!
Seeing the bar doors opened Sten sprints in but finds nobody behind the counter, Prowler luckily appears and gives Sten permission to grab a drink and serve himself as long as he pays.
====The news are official====
Hadwyn and Mercury arrive at the gates after several days absence and have news. Gathering up everyone for a town meeting outside the restaurant Hadwyn informs everyone of the alien invasion and starts giving a speech.
Admitting to working together with Quixote, he explains he as well as everyone else dislikes working for the corps but that they all have to make sacrifices if they are to survive. He confirms that the reason that The Golden Lance was bombarded was because alien was discovered onboard it and that the alien fleet intend to invade and claim the planet. 
Trying to spread resolve Hadwyn reminds that they're all living in some of the worst conditions but one thing Scrap Towner's know is to survive. Sten tells him about the work on the gate and getting to work on fire based ammunition and flamethrowers. Asking if he knows anything about the aliens themselves they're some kind of biomass threat and weak to fire, that's all they know.
Reeza takes the word and addresses the issue with the volcano. Working with Sheila they've been consulting spirits to make a deal with a giant fire elemental, hiding inside. Being the cause of ire it may become everyone's salvation if they succeed in appeasing and convincing it to join their side against the invaders. 
Jimothy brings up an issue about a parasite but is hushed by Hadwyn, who claims its irrelevant to bring up.
Atlas, formerly C3 informs that Ryzy and Voxene were harmed in a fight started by Horizon at the Row, attacking Quixote. A corporate strike team might be sent down and he asked for everyones cooperation. 
Mercury ending the meeting informs everyone with experience with firearms to gather at the firing range for combat assessment, intending to organize defensive efforts for the town. Sten asking, gets confirmation that both Mercury and Atlas got upgrades from Quixote. Mercury hands over a box of Quixote grade ammunition.
====Working overtime====
Reeza asks about armor and places an order to have old corp armor refurbished. Having mentioned being unable to use guns in the past Sten asks her what offensive capabilities she has. She responds that she mainly fights in melee but hints at having some fire magic up her sleeve. 
Finally figuring out how to craft GU rifles, Sten informs Sean that they're mainly in need of rare materials to get a production line going for the right ammunition. Incendiary rounds are going to be a priority to exploit the aliens weakness to fire.
Speedy the synth asks about purchasing a firearm to keep the town safe but sten asks for some insurance to get checked by Prowler first, to make sure that he doesn't charge off.
Running low on McCuldgers scrap firearms Prowler will try and arm his drones with the ones. He has drones patrolling the perimeter of town. Shiloh asks to get his "borrowed" corp armor upgraded and a camera installed.
Hadwyn walks up pointing and tells Sten he will be working with Prowler, Willie and Torok throughout the night. Poor Torok will have to pull another allnighter. Sten mentions the risk of people ditching and fleeing to the nearest shuttle off-world and Torok tells him that he's really only staying for Jyggal and Willies sake. Asked the reason why he haven't run himself Sten ponders if he dares to tell him about his enormous debt or if that will get him in trouble.Twitch VOD: Callous Row RP S2 E24 From the skies YouTube
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