The target was locked, teleportation was activated and the J.O.D.A.R. vanished into the aether, only to reappear moments later beside his would-be combat partner. Doctor Nikolai sat behind the remote screen and silently observed the HUD as it analyzed the battlefield. It was inexcusable how outlandish their locale was, even moreso how dangerous it seemed to be. Contextual analysis dictated, however, that this was purely superficial. No extremes in either direction of temperature, radiation, or other volatile effects was noticeable within a hundred meter proximity of the battlefield.

He had been the second to arrive, and before him was a vaguely human figure. Visual analysis through the screen was definitely telling. This man wasn't normal, if it were man at all. It would not be here on the same battlefield as the Jodar if he were, regardless of outward appearance.

The machine rotated its left hand and let the plasma caster extend outwards and fit into place, readying itself for battle. "Unit online, combat ready."