Pascal/Story

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## Behind the Scenes

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Aoi Yūki

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Alexis Tipton

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Aoi Yūki

## Profile

Pascal is a Machine who serves as a village chief. Unlike most Machines, he has a keen interest in human philosophy and history, being a pacifist who dislikes fighting and rather yearns for peace.

### Nikke Backstory

A machine who searches for a path to peace.
Highly intellectual and mild-mannered.

## Story

### Character Story

*Canonically set during the events of OuteR: Automata, but took place separately from the event's main and side stories*

#### Episode 1 - I Don't Want to Fight

The outside of an empty factory has been abandoned for a long time now, so much so that sunlight pierces through the treetops creating shadows and sunspots. A Machine Lifeform opens his eyes to a place that seems both familiar and foreign. He is confused as to where he is, though his surroundings seem safe enough. He manages to attract the attention of someone resembling a human female and before he can ask her where they were, she mistook him for a Rapture and shot at him. Only when she learns that he can talk does she stop firing. Pascal clarifies he is not a Rapture nor does he know what they are and he manages to calm the woman down. He notices she has an injured leg and assures her that he comes in peace. Similar to her misunderstanding, Pascal assumes she is an Android, before she clarifies that she has no idea what that is and that she is a mass-produced Nikke.

Their dialog about what they are or aren't can wait as Pascal wants to patch up the Nikke's leg. His sudden approach startled her causing her to fall backwards and break her other leg. She believes this to be the end and she accepts her fate, but Pascal assures her he has no intentions of killing her. She thinks he is strange for a Rapture and he wants answers as to what she is talking about and where they are.

#### Episode 2 - A Machine Called Pascal

After sharing what he knows, the Nikke finally realizes that Pascal has no idea about the beings that inhabit this world, though she still thinks he's a Rapture albeit a strange one. He corrects her by revealing he is a Machine Lifeform named Pascal. She was surprised he has a name given that Mass-Produced Nikkes like her aren't given them but the Machine agrees to address her as "Miss Nikke." She asks why he is still here since her legs are out of commission and he shares that while his legs are functional, he has nowhere to go. The Nikke is concerned that he lost his memory and upon asking to know what exactly he is, all Pascal can answer is that this place gives off an unnerving sense of disharmony. Speaking with her confirmed as much and he is certain he is no longer in his home world. This revelation is difficult for the two to grasp, but they see it as the only logical answer.

Pascal believes that it is fortuitous that the two beings who are unable to move have met each other with her feeling that is a rose-tinted way seeing things, but agreeing nonetheless. She warns him that Raptures will eventually come to scavenge her body and it would be smart for him to leave as quickly as possible. The Machine worries about her, but she can administer first aid to herself and so long as she gets some rest, she should recover within the next few days. By that she means scrounging up some nearby parts and augmenting herself. Given that she can't walk at the moment, Pascal offers to find them for her and will tend to her until she recovers. She allows him to do so because of how stubborn he is and he knows that in order to survive, the two will have to look after each other.

#### Episode 3 - This is Not Hell

The weather in the area has started to become nicer and Pascal wants to gather flowers while they look for parts. The Nikke is more relieved that the two weren't attacked by any Raptures in the last few days, though she takes that to mean they are due to be devoured soon enough. The Machine was never informed as to what Raptures are and she reveals that they are the enemy of mankind that forced them to move underground into the Ark. She is a Nikke; a weapon designed to eliminate the Raptures. The conflict between them is still ongoing. He asks if she was with anyone else before finding him and while she was with other people before (all of them look and sound like her), they weren't close by any means. She was created to fight and kill Raptures and that is all she will do.

Despite this new world seeming very different from the one Pascal comes from, he notices some similarities. The Nikke considers this world a living hell given that she spends nearly all of her time fighting, her lower body is inoperable, and the two have to stay alert at all times. Though he feels that this world is not as bad as she is describing, she is curious about where he comes from. Pascal hails from a land where the sky is blue, trees tower over the landscape due to the abundance of sunlight, and animals populate the planet in large numbers. Despite nature being a dominant presence, a similar war is being waged by Androids and Machines. After revealing that he came from a tranquil and peaceful village, the Nikke felt that the world he comes from sounds much more pleasant than this one and he comes off as idyllic for saying as much. After taking that as a compliment, he clarifies that he likes this place as well, given that the environment here is comfortable, all things considered, and organic life thrives in this world. She feels he can only say that since he has yet to encounter a Rapture, so he wants to find evidence to prove to her that this world isn't as hellish as she claims it to be.

#### Episode 4 - A Good Dream

Pascal wants the Nikke to look up to the sky and only now has she noticed it appears blue. While she ponders whether this is due to the weather being particularly nice out, the two are hit by a cool breeze which feels nice to her. She suddenly senses someone or something approaching them and she readies herself for a fight, only for him to point out that they were only followed by a little fawn. The Nikke had never seen one before and was surprised by how small it was and her attention was shifted to the many butterflies fluttering and bees buzzing about because of the flowers growing nearby. Despite having been on the surface for so long, this was the first time the Nikke was able to take in the beauty of the world around her. After closing her eyes, Pascal believes he made his point about how similar the worlds they inhabit are, even including the two being embroiled in major conflicts yet are still able to host many flora and fauna alike.

Seeing things from this new perspective has changed the Nikke's outlook. While she thought she dwelled on a planet wide battlefield, stepping back from it allows her to see the life that also calls this place home and it is a wonderful surprise. She's not even upset about her broken legs anymore. Pascal reminds her that she should still be concerned about that, she shares that if they did function before meeting him, she would be focused on hunting and eliminating the Raptures. She thanks her new friend for his insight and has thought of a new dream because of him. After her legs are fixed, she wishes to travel across the surface and to learn what other beautiful things she has yet to discover. Pascal believes that is a wonderful dream and hopes it comes true.

From all of the parts they've gathered, the Nikke's legs should be back in working shape within the next two days. He thinks that's great news and is certain she can achieve her goal. She thanks him for all he has done for and has shown her and he shows Miss Nikke the same gratitude for helping him adjust to this foreign land. Before she could ask if Pascal could join her when she fully recuperates, they two hear a rumbling sound coming from deep within the factory.

#### Episode 5 - Are You Going To Pursue Your Dream?

The two have no idea what is causing the racket beneath them but Miss Nikke believes whatever is happening down there is the cause of them not seeing any Raptures as of late. Pascal wants to investigate and while the Nikke believes it is too dangerous for him to do so, he assures her that he will take a quick look around and retreat if he senses any danger. Wanting to make sure no enemies are nearby, the Machine tells the Nikke to holler if she needs anything as he descends down the factory. He leaves after the two wish for each other's safety.

Left on her own, the Nikke hears some more noises coming from nearby. What she thought was the fawn following her again was in truth a Rapture which immediately pounces on her. Even while her body is crushed and she is in immense pain, she remains silent so her friend will not see what will become of her. Though she was sad to leave Pascal behind, the Rapture sensed that the Nikke's vital signs have winked out. Her body vanishes into a white light and the monster leaves without a hint of emotion.

Having heard something behind him, Pascal returns only for the Nikke to be nowhere in sight. He wonders if she went to follow her dream and after a bit of investigating, also vanishes into the white light. With both of their absences, all that remains is a crushing, oppressive silence. It was as if neither of them were present in this place to begin with.

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