[OOC] Star Wars Invasion [A Multiverse Spaceship RP]

[Lewascan2]

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What

@Sep

“FTFY” is lingo that means “fixed that for you”.
When he quoted you, he edited the quote to correct “USS” to “ISS”.

[Sep]

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“FTFY” is lingo that means “fixed that for you”.
When he quoted you, he edited the quote to correct “USS” to “ISS”.

@Lewascan2

I'm with you now.

[Sep]

So my plan is to skip the initial meeting of us all, as that usually bogs things down to a standstill.

Instead we're going to say Daniel introduced us all to eachother, alongside a Republic representative so we're going straight to the planet. If you wanna discuss what you feel your crews would think of eachother feel free.

[mattmanganon]

Blue Typhoon: The party has a feeling He's met one of their kind before

George Hammond: Raekar probably nerds out on advanced tech with Sam

Avenger: XCOM immediately tries to kill Raekar for being a new ADVENT xenotype.

Malevolence II: Kai stares at the ship for a while, before only having one thing to say

[Lewascan2]

So my plan is to skip the initial meeting of us all, as that usually bogs things down to a standstill.

Instead we're going to say Daniel introduced us all to eachother, alongside a Republic representative so we're going straight to the planet. If you wanna discuss what you feel your crews would think of eachother feel free.

@Sep

So, what was the setting of the meeting? Were they all just in a holo-call or the equivalent with all the ships just gathered out in the middle of space? I suppose they couldn't assume every ship would have that tech (depending on how much Daniel told the Republic), so they probably met in person, face to face. Who was the Republic representative? Did they bring any Jedi? If so, who?

My best guesses at interactions

Blue Typhoon:

Initial internal fascination with these new aliens from Sinnali; she might pleasantly ask what species they were, having never seen their like before. The presence of Chris does earn a raised eyebrow from her (unseen beneath her blindfold) at having a child as a primary officer aboard the vessel, but she doesn't make any mention of it, given that she knows little about what alternate universe standards and customs might have influenced his position. Using the Force to scan the emotional states of the crew, she does begin anticipating the chance to poke at what makes their heroic optimism tick; and Knuckles is all the more interesting for being the exception. General Grievous mostly doesn't care about the Blue Typhoon except as quietly considering how much of a threat it could be to the Malevolence if push came to shove; he disdains that a child is in an apparent position of authority but doesn't say so openly.

Astro Mega-Timeship:

Sinnali is greatly intrigued by the strange ways the Force moves around the vicinity of this ship's occupants, and if anything, she is almost equally intrigued by the fact that the Force clearly reveals the ship as being alive. Any reveal of Full-Tilt and Wipe-Out's presence earns a similar curiosity. Though, all of this is generally kept internalized except for a curious question regarding the Cybertronians' nature. She generally finds the Power Rangers' morph forms (if shown at the meeting) to be somewhat silly but doesn't openly express this (simultaneously acknowledging that Sith don't have a lot of room to talk on fashion) and privately cautions Grievous not to underestimate them, warning him about the strange way the Force acts in their presence. Sinnali does express some open amusement at Kai's reaction to the Malevolence, depending on if he expressed such a reaction where she could hear it.

Avenger:

Presuming XCOM received enough of a lowdown on the highly diverse alien species in the Star Wars universe pre-arrival and subsequently don't have a particularly xenophobic response to the clearly inhuman party members at the meeting, neither Sinnali or Grievous have any particular reaction to a bunch of (to them) unremarkable militarized humans. While Sinnali does privately warn Grievous not to underestimate them (given how that often works out for him), neither the crew nor their ship's (comparatively lackluster to the rest of the party) armament provoke much interest. Sinnali is intrigued by the hard-broiled-ness of the crew's emotions but overall has seen such things plenty of times before; but she remains wary regardless, the Force warning that there's more to this crew than meets the eye in a surface-level glance. In the case XCOM does exude hostility towards people like the Mobians, Sinnali might speak up to pitch in on giving them a crash course about the species diversity they should expect to encounter going forward.

U.S.S. George Hammond:

Similar to the Avenger, first impressions do not say much to Sinnali and Grievous beyond that these are high-tech laden humans. Comparatively, of course, they do acknowledge it has at least respectable firepower, such is its more notable armament. Depending on how much they lend to the tactical discussion, this impression is quite malleable, and the reveal of the Asgard Transporter would definitely elicit a metaphorical "sit up straighter" moment. It does not escape either of them how dangerous that could be if turned against them. Outwardly, Sinnali and Grievous express more interest in the fact that the George Hammond's crew are from the same universe as the Replicators (assuming this is revealed) and make extensive inquires on the enemy's tactics and capabilities.

The Republic:

Sinnali mostly exudes amusement at any wariness expressed by the Republic, taking no small amount of joy in being unhelpfully cryptic and unwaveringly cheery even in the face of subtle -or not so subtle- threats. She diplomatically expresses her stance that the Replicators are a threat that is more than worth setting aside any grudges to destroy. She clarifies that this is indeed a second Malevolence, technically the Malevolence II from her universe, and as an olive branch, she reveals to the Republic where it is most likely being constructed in their galaxy. In the face of any intense questioning about her intentions, she remains perpetually affable and doesn't rise to provocations, and Grievous generally follows her lead -if with more unfriendly body language. She remains generally smug but never shows hostility and openly expresses her willingness to work with the Jedi and Republic peacefully... as long as they can afford her the same courtesy. Grievous just looms menacingly with narrowed eyes and generally exudes a sort of mulish resignation to working with the Republic -and especially Jedi.

Everyone:

Knowing well that the Republic probably already knows about the Malevolence's Ion Cannon (depending on where in the local timeline this is), Sinnali is not shy about sharing its utility and danger with the whole group. While she doesn't frame it as a warning in the threat sense, the reveal could perhaps be interpreted that way by certain people. Outwardly, however, she reveals it with the claim that she wants the group to be cautious and heed warnings to steer well clear when it is fired. Sinnali pulls Grievous into this conversation as well, an area where he is notably markedly more comfortable, so they can get a dialogue going to discuss fleet tactics for the group and determine how they should all expect each-other to fight and work both with and around each-other's respective strategies. For Sinnali's part, the Malevolence II is pitched as a backliner, taking a battleship artillery role, with its main strategic focus to keep firing the Ion Cannons whenever possible and then gunning down the subsequently helpless enemy; Sinnali suggests the group stay alert for the Malevolence's firing warning and be prepared to fully disengage from the enemy to make room for the titanic ion ripple of a projectile.

[Sep]

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So, what was the setting of the meeting? Were they all just in a holo-call or the equivalent? I suppose they couldn't assume every ship would have that tech (depending on how much Daniel told the Republic), so they probably met in person, face to face. Who was the Republic representative? Did they bring any Jedi? If so, who?

@Lewascan2

Daniel brought them to an equivalent of a 'World between worlds', so Face to Face, and lets say Yularen. No Jedi.

Since I realize I've never said it here, we're later in the Clone Wars. Palpatine is supreme Chancellor and some elements of Imperialism are starting to creep into the Republic.

I've written much of the OP but I'm pretty tired, and need to go to bed cause work. I'm hoping to get it polished up and ready to go tomorrow. I'd rather read it with fresh eyes, than post it as-is.

[Lewascan2]

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Daniel brought them to an equivalent of a 'World between worlds', so Face to Face, and lets say Yularen. No Jedi.

@Sep

Edited the Republic interaction section to account for this. :)

[Martian]

@Sep
Just letting you know that I should have my character sheet for the Ark and the Autobots up by tomorrow.

[mattmanganon]

I will have to say that the Rangers biggest surprise about this new universe will be that they don't have air in space. Lost Galaxy established that there is Air in Space. We see Mike floating through space without a space suit, with the implication that it has been a few hours and this has no ill effects on him.

My personal theory is that Space Air in Power Rangers just tastes really weird, which is the only reason why ships are pressurized. It's also what annoyed me about the Psycho Green's fight on the moon. There has always been air in space.

[Sep]

I will have to say that the Rangers biggest surprise about this new universe will be that they don't have air in space. Lost Galaxy established that there is Air in Space. We see Mike floating through space without a space suit, with the implication that it has been a few hours and this has no ill effects on him.

My personal theory is that Space Air in Power Rangers just tastes really weird, which is the only reason why ships are pressurized. It's also what annoyed me about the Psycho Green's fight on the moon. There has always been air in space.

@mattmanganon

That could be an interesting lesson to learn

[mattmanganon]

I mean, to be fair, in Star Wars movie canon you only need a little breathing mask to survive in space. I mean, they didn't know they were inside a giant worm, so it's safe to assume that, even in the cold recesses of space, those little facemasks would work.

[Lewascan2]

I mean, to be fair, in Star Wars movie canon you only need a little breathing mask to survive in space. I mean, they didn't know they were inside a giant worm, so it's safe to assume that, even in the cold recesses of space, those little facemasks would work.

@mattmanganon

In that particular case, I’m more inclined to believe that the worm’s belly generates a more hospitable atmosphere. Like, it has to be pretty warm inside a living being. And subsequently, the stomach gasses could make it easier on the eyes and such. You certainly got a point that their ignorance of the situation still informing such minimal precautions does certainly say... something.

Although, as a small argument for your idea, remember that Grievous’s fully organic eyes have no shielding. Then recall he blasted open a hole in his flagship in Episode 3 and walked on the outside of it to no apparent harm. Of course, he presumably has a breathing apparatus built into his cyborg-ness to cover him on oxygen, and it’s possible Kaleesh biology is more forgiving/hardy than human, but the point stands.

And I suppose if we acknowledge the sequel trilogy, we can recall Leia getting blasted out into space with no protection whatsoever and surviving. Granted, she was using the Force, so it’s also possible that it was protecting her from the hostile environment as well.

[Sep]

I'm on my phone at work so forgive me being brief.

I feel like mostly everyone else the crew of the Hammond will be in awe in the size of the Hammond. I'll pm you later @Lewascan2 to discuss ion cannon.

The sonic ship... there will be slight issues with a child being present but there's not much we can do about that they aren't from our reality.

The living ship or the Power Rangers vessel will likely interest Sam a lot more than the power rangers themselves.

The Avenger won't be underestimated because Sam knows just how much a team of badass infantry can alter the fate of a galaxy... from personal experience.

The crew of the Hammond (that is US military) will likely notice similarities to home in the Republic, whether this is a good or bad thing isn't for me to say.

@Martian no worries my friend. We all have real lives too attend too... sadly.

[Forsythe]

Avenger preliminary assessment

Blue typhoon
"Palm trees, really?" - C.O. John Bradford

The command staff does not feel as the ship will be able to offer much assistance. The design seems to be full of weakspots, and it bears one, albeit seemingly powerful weapon, putting it in the realm of glass cannons. Chef Shen is interested in discussing the level of automation on the ship, as running it with only 5 people seems like a great degree of it would need to be employed.

Astro Megatimeship
"That technology is probably more dangerous than the Temple ship." - C. E. Shen

The avenger's crew is watching the ship for signs of trouble, although from what they could glimpse, the crew does not have ill intent. SPARK Julian comments that this is how robotics should be done.

USS George Hammond

Commander to all crew of the Avenger, break
The crew of the USS George Hammond is intimately familiar with the current threat, break
As such, as of the time of our arrival, the Avenger will integrate into Hammond's command, break
Colonel Carter's orders are to be obeyed, unless directly countered by the orders of the Commander of XCOM or Central Officer Bradford.
Commander out.

Malevolence II
"What do they need us for with that many guns on one ship?" - Commander of XCOM

The Avenger is suspicious of the Malevolence due to the PSI operatives detecting some strange signals coming from the ship. Psionic presence on the level of an Ethereal is likely present on the ship.

[mattmanganon]

So, seeing that everyone else is going into more depth, here's a bit more indepth responses to each ship:

Blue Typhoon

Relatively friendly meeting. Raekar doesn't appreciate taking children into a combat situation, but after learning that Chris is actually in his mid 30's will probably screw with him by shapeshifting into a child herself. Philip will want to talk turkey with Tails about the specifications of the Blue Typhoon. Michelle will appreciate the shrubbery. Kai and Knuckles will probably do the old "2 broody boys meet, shake hands, huff at each other and immediately decide that they would gladly give their life to save the other." Jack is gonna want to have a go on the Tornado X. Jay will probably try out their recreational facilities. Asami probably finds solace in the ability to finally girl out with someone like Amy on stuff that isn't technical specifications, weapons or other space stuff.

George Hammond

Friendly introductions. Probably a little apprehension about the egyptian themed lady and the human looking robot walking onboard (SG has a bad history with those) Raekar and Sam nerd out on technical specifications. Jay finds enjoyment by challenging some of the security personels best times in their assault course. Jack and Kai both want to try out an F-302. Asami will be glad to be in the presence of proper military protocol and command rather than their loose structure on the Timeship.

Avenger

After the initial apprehension of working with aliens is out of the way, i imagine that the meeting goes very well. They are very few in number as well, so they have to stick together. Probably a little more apprehension when they see the Ranger Armour as it looks rather reminiscent of the ADVENT armour. Philip and SPARK will probably have a lightning fast exchange in information, Asami is once again so happy to be around a properly disciplined military. Kai is just happy that Asami is happy.

Malevolence II

The Rangers feel VERY apprehensive about the darkness they feel from the ship. Kai will probably take the lead on this one. Jack will probably have a stare down with Grievous while Phil just makes friends with some of the B1's aboard. Asami will probably be very standoffish against Sinnali as she doesn't like the dark and broody girl, especially being dark and broody around Kai. Jay is just not happy on such a dark and dank ship, especially with nobody to entertain with his antics.

Ark

Immediate hostilities as both ships IFF systems immediately target each other as they recognize each other as Autobot and Decepticon, before both crews wrestle the ships under control. Wipe-Out tries to go on the warpath before being confined to his quarters until they can at least talk. Optimus isn't the first Prime they have met and will probably ask how Vector Prime is doing.

Raekar will hit on Daniel A LOT and Full-Tilt and Wipe-Out don't really interact with the others unless the others come to them. They just serve "The Master" Trypticon.

[Forsythe]

Don't make assumptions on the alien apprehension xD I intended for the avenger to leave at aobut the start of Chimera Squad, so working with aliens is probably at least tolerated.

[Lord Wraith]

Still a bit of a WIP, @Sep just let me know what you want from me lol.

The U.S.S. Stargazer

Name of Ship:
U.S.S. Stargazer

Home Universe/Name of Franchise:
Star Trek

Ship Class:
Sagan-Class

Role:
Command Cruiser

Physical Description/Image:

Physical Size (roughly):
1774 Feet Long (540.7 Meters)
720.2 Feet Wide (219.5 Meters)
433.4 Feet Deep (132.1 Meters)
16 Decks

Armament/Complement (roughly):
10x Type-XII Phaser Arrays
6x Arrays of 100 Emitters
5x Arrays of 50 Emitters
4x Torpedo Launchers
250 Total Payload
100x Photon Torpedoes
100x Quantum Torpedoes
50x Transphasic Torpedoes
Multiphasic Shields
Ablative Generators
Cloaking Device
Shuttlebay with a full compliment including:
1x Type-17 Shuttlecraft and Argo-Type All Terrain Auxiliary Vehicle
2x Type-18H Shuttlecraft
2x Type-9 Shuttlecraft
3x Work Bee

History of the Ship:

A universally displaced version of the U.S.S. Stargazer, made up of a time-displaced crew, Q has invented another test for Captain Jean-Luc Picard, this time by pairing in a setting both familiar and unfamiliar with faces both known and unknown. While Captain Picard is pulled from the period prior to his promotion to Admiral, mourning the loss of Data and still reeling from the events of Shizon's attack. Beside him is Seven of Nine, now an enrolled Star Fleet member serving under Captain Cristóbal Rios in no small part due to her own adventures with an older Picard. Mediating the two of them is the wisened and elderly Spock taken from only weeks before his actions would create a new timeline.

Under this bridge crew is a mish-match of Starfleet's most famous and even some infamous members.

The Stargazer herself is a modern homage to Picard's first command. The Sagan-Class is the first Starfleet vessel built using technology taken from the Artifact; a derelict Borg Cube. Bolstered by Q's intervention, the Stargazer represents the best technology available to Starfleet including those brought from both the Delta Quadrant and the future by now Admiral Kathyrn Janeway. Fast and versatile, the Stargazer was built to handle itself in a fight with the Federation's deadliest enemies while also being able to act as a command module in a fleet formation.

Notable Crew:
Captain:
Captain Jean-Luc Picard of 2379

Counsellor:
Ambassador Spock of 238

Command Division:
Command:
Commander Seven of Nine of 2401
Communications:
Ensign Hoshi Sato of 2161
Navigation:
Lieutenant Erica Ortegas of 2259
Tactical:
Captain Worf, son of Mogh of 2385

Operations Division:
Engineering:
Chief Engineer Geordi LaForge of 2366
Sam Rutherford of 2381
Ops:
Lieutenant Commander Data of 2370
Ensign Brad Boimler
Security:
Commander Tuvok of 2381
Lieutenant La'an Noonian Singh of 2259

Science Division:
Medical:
Doctor Joseph M'Benga of 2257
Nurse Christine Chapel of 2259
The Doctor (Emergency Medical Hologram) of 2378
Sciences:
Commander Paul Stamets of 3191
Lieutenant George Kirk of 2231

Unique Technology:
Phasers (10 Phaser Arrays, Type-XII Phaser Emitters)
Transphasic Torpedoess
Photon Torpedoes
Quantum Torpedoes
Ablative Hull Armor
Deflector Shields
Multiphasic Shields
Cloaking Device
Quantum Slipstream and Transwarp Velocities (Warp Factor of 9.9+)
Displacement Activated Spore Hub Drive
Replicators (Food)
Transporters
Bio-Neural Gel
Holo-Deck
DOT-9s (Repair Drones)

Crew Size:
20 Crew (4 is the bare minimum for a skeleton crew)
450 Enlisted
200 Passengers
In the event of an emergency evacuation, the ship can accommodate up to 7500.

Faction/Operator/Owner:
The United Federation of Planets, Starfleet

[Sep]

@Lord Wraith we've discussed your presence so its good.

So nobody needs to have relations with the Star Trek ship.

They're the wild card.

[Sep]

@Martian don't worry about me posting the start of the IC you're still free to join.

[Roman]

Safe to say I now have the coolest-looking ship in this game.

The Spider's Ketch

Name of Ship:
The Spider's Ketch

Home Universe/Name of Franchise:
Destiny

Ship Class:
Eliksni Frigate

Role:
Flagship

Physical Description:

In line with much of Eliksni engineering and architecture, the design of a Ketch features sweeping lines and bulbous curves. Often constructed with, and maintained by, scrap and salvage, they are still mighty vessels, serving as multi-purpose flagships, homes, warships, and docks for smaller Eliksni ships and artillery like Skiffs and Walkers, among others.

The Spider's Ketch is the crown jewel of The Spider's (a notorious Eliksni crime boss) collection, a commandeered vessel from a rival Eliksni house from the days of the Eliksni's pirating era; to that effect, it is emblazoned with colours suited to The Spider's brazen, bombastic nature, and bears the sigil of The Spider's Crime Syndicate (to replace the traditional Eliksni House Sigils) on its ornamental sails. It also eschews a traditional command bridge, instead leaving navigation and piloting of the vessel solely to the Ketch's Pilot Servitor (befitting the Ketch's Kell-less nature, aligning with The Spider's abandonment of the Eliksni old-ways), and is fitted with a large open deck on the top of its hull in replacement, which is lined with Cannon Accelerators for bombardment or to assist in boarding enemy vessels.

Physical Size (roughly):
1500 Feet Long (457 Meters)
700 Feet Wide (213 Meters)

Armament/Complement:
Eliksni 'Spider-Tank' Walkers
Eliksni Carrier/Transport Skiffs
Eliksni 'Brig' Bipedal War-Mechs
Eliksni Automated Security Turrets
Eliksni Glimmer Drill
Eliksni Treasure Hauler
Energy Cannons
Cannon Accelerators


History of the Ship:

Following the Vanguard's tactical excursions against the Fallen, in the wake of the Red War what little remained of the once-great Eliksni Houses banded together under a new banner, forming the House of Dusk; an ill-omen for the future of the Eliksni race, heralded by the very creatures who faced extinction. Slowly, certain high-profile Eliksni sought to find new ways of survival that put the Fallen's scavenging and pirating ways behind them, ways that would usher in a new era for the Eliksni reminiscent of their old, honorable culture on Riis.

Through a series of tragedies, missions, and shared threats - slowly, cautiously - the Vanguard came to work with the Spider Crime Syndicate in the Tangled Shore, and eventually also became full-fledged allies with the infant House Light, lead by Misraaks (or Mithrax, in human tongue), Kell of Light, even offering House Light a place in the Last City they could truly call home, as they shored up their strength alongside the Vanguard to face their true, single, shared enemy.

There were, of course, Eliksni unwilling to co-operate with Humanity, with whom they had shared bloodshed for decades. Eramis was one such Eliksni, and she spat on Misraak's attempts to sway her; instead, her mind was poisoned by the Witness, and with new powers of Darkness and Stasis gifted to her, she formed House Salvation, a new house for those Fallen wishing to follow the Witness and reclaim power like they'd enjoyed on Riis under the Traveler, far before the Whirlwind.

Despite defeat, Eramis and House Salvation never rested; upon her return, Eramis sought out the relics of Nezarec's remains, seeking to use the great Darkness the pieces of the long-dead Disciple held to become a new Disciple, of power never-before-seen by the likes of Eliksni or Humanity. Clearly, this could not be allowed; the Vanguard - and House Light - had to act.

Under information provided by The Spider - though not without the agreement of generous split on any so-called 'loot' - the Guardian, the Drifter, and Misraaks went on a covert mission to commandeer one of Eramis' Ketches. The mission was dangerous but ultimately successful, and the fireteam piloted the ship to a secret place on the Tangled Shore, where Spider set his associates to picking it apart and reclaiming the ship, in the process also discovering the whereabouts of the first relic of Nezarec.

Rebranded, repainted, reclaimed, The Spider's Ketch set sail with its new crew, locked in a race to claim the relics and keep them out of Eramis' hands - with the hopes that thwarting this last-ditch grasp for power would ruin House Salvation, once and for all.

Notable Crew:
The Spider, Kell of the Spider Crime Syndicate (Eliksni)
SCUR-V, Pilot Servitor of The Spider's Ketch (Eliksni Construct)
Contingents of Spider Crime Syndicate, including Associates, Excavators, Skiffblades, and Shanks (Eliksni)
Misraaks-kel, Kell of House Light (Eliksni)
Eido, Scribe of House Light (and Misraaks' daughter) (Eliksni)
Namrask, House Light weaver (Eliksni)
Niik, House Light engineer (Eliskni)
The Drifter, Rogue Lightbearer (Human)
The Drifter's Ghost
The Guardian, Hivebane, Kingslayer, Young Wolf, Hero of the Red War, Spawnkiller, Rivensbane, Disciple-Slayer, Shadow of Earth, Protector of the Last City, Vanguard's Chosen, Iron Lord (Exo)
[url=http://]The Guardian's Ghost[/url]

Unique Technology:
Eliksni weaponry:
Arc Spear
Shock Blade
Shock Dagger
Shock Pistol
Shock Rifle
Wire Rifle
Shrapnel Launcher
Molten Welder
Null Cannon
Scorch Cannon
Shock Cannon

Human weaponry
Auto Rifle
Combat Bow
Pulse Rifle
Scout Rifle
Hand Cannon
Sidearm
Submachine Gun
Shotgun
Breech-load Grenade Launcher
Sniper Rifle
Fusion Rifle
Trace Rifle
Glaive
Drum-load Grenade Launcher
Linear Fusion Rifle
Machine Gun
Rocket Launcher
Sword

Transmat technology
Ghosts
Additional hyperlinked objects and persons above

Crew Size:

While the Spider's Ketch is extremely sparsely-manned, Ketches have capacity up to several thousands - Ketches were built to transport entire Eliksni Houses from the wreckage of Riis, and generations of Eliksni families and clans would live and die entirely within the hull of a single Ketch.

Ketches were so intrinsically weaved into the Eliksni family and House culture and structure that 'Ketch' quickly became synonymous with 'family' and 'kin' in the Eliksni language, and the phrase 'Ketch is Kin, Kin are All' was a well-frequented Eliksni proverb.

Faction/Operator/Owner:
House of Light/Spider Crime Syndicate