Interesting how only two of our team has deemed it necessary to even interact with each other, and how our squad has managed to avoid sitting anywhere near each other in what must be the largest Starbucks ever.
To be honest, I have no idea how big Starbucks usually are. They aren't really a thing in Australia.
Sloan and Nadia interaction was coming up soon until Reaper announced a post, so we're holding off on that.
You've still some time, if you can post within the day
Suzumi looked up from the newspaper she'd pilfered from another table. She stared blankly at the young man before she realized she did recognize him. Another from the Academy and obviously a member of the team.
She DID remember this one. Suzumi had taken notice. She'd practically been born with a kalashnikov rifle in hand. She knew every last inch of a thousand weapons and could tell two similar guns apart while blindfolded in seconds. Yet this man managed to outperform her over half the time. He was a Bullet Whisperer. They simply went where he wanted to.
Suzumi's resting bored expression didn't change but she did wave to the man in greeting.
"I have been in good health", she replied. "It is pleasure to see someone who is not of the skulking. I have not seen our comrades but I assume there are some about. It would be ill of them to be late to first assignment since leaving Academy."
Suzumi pulled a small water bottle out of a side pocket on the duffel bag and took a swig. She had no information at the moment and so she had assumed there may be a mission after this meeting. No alcohol or smoking until she had confirmed free time.
"And how is the going of yourself? Still continue your training?"
Headlights, street lights, building lights and neon lights blended in a dizzying show of muted colours and energy. They came through the surprisingly clean windows of the otherwise derelict bus somewhat skewed.
Suzumi let the lights play across her vision as she stared out the window. Something about watching the world pass by was relaxing. This was important; the city usually left her high-strung. She'd made sure to visit cities before to get used to the urban world but it was still terrifying. Population overload. More people in some of these buildings than in the entire village near her childhood home.
The second thing that kept her calm was the small weight under her arm and the heavier weight in her duffel bag. If had a smoke she would be three for three. Suzumi didn't smoke before missions. The smell was too noticeable. Stealth wasn't Suzumi's forte but there was no reason to make oneself obvious.
The ancient vehicle wheezed as it slowed down. The hydraulics hissed and it shuddered to a stop. Suzumi waved thanks to the bus driver as she departed and wondered if the relic would even be able to move again. Each creak sounded like a death rattle. But with a groan the wheels turned and once again the bus continued its rounds. She admired that. Reliable machinery spoke to her soul.
Sixth Avenue. Division Six. Wasn't very subtle but it probably didn't matter much.
She didn't bother checking the coffee place. Watching and waiting and sneaking. These things were not Suzumi. It wasn't that she was thoughtless. She just knew her role was all. If the team leader was incompetent enough to set up a meeting that had already been infiltrated or monitored then success was a pipe dream anyway. Her prowling around like some alley cat wouldn't change that.
Suzumi shifted the weight of the duffel bag slung over her shoulder to a more comfortable position. The smell of roasted coffee assaulted her senses as she entered. She avoided the line and instead sat at a reasonably sized table by the wall. The others should be here shortly if they weren't already.
Psychological Profile Suzumi is stable and focused but lacks peripheral vision. While she does not go out of her way to cause collateral damage, nor does she hesitate even when lives are on the line. Repeated tests have indicated this is not the result of bloodlust or adrenaline - merely a lack of concern for others wellbeing. Suzumi has also shown anger problems but despite some documented verbal abuse does seem to have it managed.
Despite appearances she can be friendly. She also flip-flops between optimism and cynicism depending on her mood.
Specialty: Assault
Skill Appraisal Basic Firearms <S> Advanced Firearms <S> Explosives <A> Close Quarters Combat <B> Physical Training <A> Languages <C>
Suzumi's grades in most other subjects were at the absolute bare minimum for passing.
Bloodline: Mikhail Kalashnikov - The lead wind blows Suzumi's unique talent is a passive one but effective nonetheless; firearms she wields seem to never run empty, jam or overheat.
Personal History Suzumi is half-Japanese but was born and raised in her father's native Russia. Unlike her father, a gunsmith overshadowed by his forefathers, Suzumi had more of an interest in firing guns rather than making them. Most of her time was spent hunting in the woods or firing at whatever target she could make. Something about firearms spoke to the artist inside her.
Suzumi's father died while she was still young. He'd had untreated cancer. With no living relatives everything he owned fell to her. Unwilling to inherit the family business she left her homeland and enrolled in Task Force One's academy, hearing of it in rumours as a place of training. More than anything else Suzumi wanted to continue using her weapons. Although her knowledge was severely lacking in most respects her natural skill with firearms guaranteed her a placement - especially once they discovered her ability.
The Academy proved to be a challenge for Suzumi. She'd had no education outside of Russian and basic Japanese languages. As such she struggled in every aspect that didn't involve shooting. Her temper didn't help as it only made misunderstandings worse. After discovering her Bloodline the Academy provided her with extra tutoring and classes to help her catch up; an opportunity like this was not something to let slide by.
In the end Suzumi managed to pass the most basic tests in her subjects, although she suspected they fudged the results in her hacking test. Computers were foreign and annoying.
She was slightly shocked to see her first assignment come so quickly. Suzumi was added to the roster of "Division Six". She decided 6 was indeed an auspicious number and confirmed her placement on the team.
Weaponry Changes on a mission to mission basis; typically a shotgun or assault rifle, a combat knife, and two pistols - one using tranquillizer darts and the other live ammunition. She wears a pistol during her free time.
Other relevant information Suzumi likes to smoke, although never in a fight She is a native Russian speaker but is fluent in Japanese and English
As for Bullets, I'm having a tough time deciding. She seems like a cool character but at the same time I'd like a little more details and for the CS to be fleshed out a little, if possible.
Fair call. I see I have gotten slack. I'll add more
Psychological Profile Suzumi is stable and focused but lacks peripheral vision. While she does not go out of her way to cause collateral damage, nor does she hesitate even when lives are on the line. Repeated tests have indicated this is not the result of bloodlust or adrenaline - merely a lack of concern for others wellbeing. Suzumi has also shown anger problems but despite some documented verbal abuse does seem to have it managed.
Despite appearances she can be friendly. She also flip-flops between optimism and cynicism depending on her mood.
Specialty: Assault
Skill Appraisal Basic Firearms <S> Advanced Firearms <S> Explosives <A> Close Quarters Combat <B> Physical Training <A> Languages <C>
Suzumi's grades in most other subjects were at the absolute bare minimum for passing.
Bloodline: Mikhail Kalashnikov - The lead wind blows Suzumi's unique talent is a passive one but effective nonetheless; firearms she wields seem to never run empty, jam or overheat.
Personal History Suzumi is half-Japanese but was born and raised in her father's native Russia. Unlike her father, a gunsmith overshadowed by his forefathers, Suzumi had more of an interest in firing guns rather than making them. Most of her time was spent hunting in the woods or firing at whatever target she could make. Something about firearms spoke to the artist inside her.
Suzumi's father died while she was still young. He'd had untreated cancer. With no living relatives everything he owned fell to her. Unwilling to inherit the family business she left her homeland and enrolled in Task Force One's academy, hearing of it in rumours as a place of training. More than anything else Suzumi wanted to continue using her weapons. Although her knowledge was severely lacking in most respects her natural skill with firearms guaranteed her a placement - especially once they discovered her ability.
The Academy proved to be a challenge for Suzumi. She'd had no education outside of Russian and basic Japanese languages. As such she struggled in every aspect that didn't involve shooting. Her temper didn't help as it only made misunderstandings worse. After discovering her Bloodline the Academy provided her with extra tutoring and classes to help her catch up; an opportunity like this was not something to let slide by.
In the end Suzumi managed to pass the most basic tests in her subjects, although she suspected they fudged the results in her hacking test. Computers were foreign and annoying.
She was slightly shocked to see her first assignment come so quickly. Suzumi was added to the roster of "Division Six". She decided 6 was indeed an auspicious number and confirmed her placement on the team.
Weaponry Changes on a mission to mission basis; typically a shotgun or assault rifle, a combat knife, and two pistols - one using tranquillizer darts and the other live ammunition. She wears a pistol during her free time.
Other relevant information Suzumi likes to smoke, although never in a fight She is a native Russian speaker but is fluent in Japanese and English
