Mass Effect RPG - Part 1

[Hells Sniper]

Linda: We're heading to Omega. Linda turned around and headed to the bridge. Gates followed. Gates: Omega, ma'am? Linda: That's where our Cerberus operative is...or at least, where we think he is. Gates nodded. Linda: Your room is on the second floor, all your gear is already stored and ready to go. Gates: Yes, ma'am. Linda: Should be about a half hour ride. In the meantime, get prepped and I want you to meet your teammates. They'll be in the armory most likely. Linda turned around and handed Gates a PDA. Linda: Gunnery Chief George Harris and 2nd LT Grace Hardenburg. Get to know em, they're my most trusted soldiers. Gates: Will do, ma'am. Linda looked at Gates. Linda: Keep in my mind, Commander. I have known your mother for some time, and I trust her. I have just met you, you will have to earn my trust. Gates nodded. Gates: Understood, ma'am. I will try and do that.

[Naked Crook]

Navere nodded to Uli. Navere: There is something we can agree upon. However...these mercs are not isolated. They are travelling in groups. We could easilly start a firefight in the streets with the wrong move. Navere looked at the mercs for a moment, then back at Uli. Navere...all it will take is one bullet to get past your kinetic barriers, assuming you have any, and...well...Omega is NOT a clean place...lets just say. Navere paused. Navere: Lets tail one of these merc groups...get them to an isolated area...then we can see how much intel we can get out of them. I think that is our best bet. If you are up for it...then feel free to take point and lead the way.

[Kairu]

Uli: “I'm okay with a bit of trouble. It's been far too long since I've been a little rebellious, always preferring the rules and regulations over impulse. Omega's a place for people to let loose, who am I to argue?” The mercs continued to harass and herd the civilians. When the group was moving, the Eclipse mercs surrounded them, keeping them contained as they traveled down the long street. Uli and Navere shadowed the group until they were in sight of the gang's base perimeter several hundred meters away. Uli: “We're running out of time! I have an idea. Stay out of sight and wait for my signal.” Before Navere could protest, Uli stepped out from cover and started waving his arms around like an idiot. Uli: “Hey lugheads! How'd you manage to not see me slip out of your group?” The Eclipse mercs looked at each other, a couple tilting their heads in confusion. The Commando, however, wasn't pleased. Eclipse Commando: “You two! Get him!” Uli began to run, with two of the mercs in close pursuit. Uli managed to run and lead his pursuers past around the first corner and past the second corner Navere was hiding in, effectively leading the mercs out of sight of their group.

[Naked Crook]

Navere watched as Uli ran out and exposed himself, trying to get the attention of the Eclipse mercs. She watched how he began to wave his arms around. She could not believe what she was seeing. The very notion of watching a Quarian flail his arms in the air to get the attention of armed mercs, was both laughable and unbelievable. However, Navere soon realized what Uli was doing, when she saw the mercs take chase after Uli, who was heading her way. Navere: Hmm...well...I guess that is one way to nab a merc or two for questioning. Navere got ready, as her biotics flared up. She waited for the mercs to turn the corner. As soon as Navere saw Uli turn the corner, she stood up, and allowed Uli to move past her. As soon as the mercs turned the corner, Navere thrusted her hand forward, as she slammed both the mercs, as hard as she could, back into the wall, with her biotics. Both of the mercs dropped their guns, and fell to the ground. Navere then looked at Uli. Navere: Hurry up and tap their Omni Tools. Navere then looked at the mercs, as her biotics flared up again. Navere: I will make sure that these two stay on the ground. Navere used her biotics to press down on the two mercs, effectively pinning them to the ground.

[Kairu]

Uli jogged for a few seconds to return to Navere. With her pinning them down while being unconscious, tapping their omni-tools was a cinch. It took almost a minute and he stood up after the synchronization process. Uli: “All done. The Operative will be able to tap their omni-tools with his virus. You can let them go now.” Meanwhile in the Collectors' Hangar Bay: The rest of the people that were captured by Eclipse mercs were brought before the Collector Captain for inspection. He glanced them over, ensuring that the requirements were all met. He let out a few chirps and clicks and three groups of swarmers began to attack the hostages, ultimately immobilizing them. The swarmers backed off and returned to the ship so the Collector grunts could carry the victims. In about five minutes the Collectors were back on-board their ship and it was taking off. Spectral then turned to his own men. Spectral: “Get those devices to a secure chamber down below and prepare the first test subjects!” Crescent Nebula – Tasale System – Illium – Nos Astra – Faria Axyria's safehouse The yellow sun that Illium orbited began to peak below the distant cityscape. In her safehouse, Faria had spent the past few days in deep meditation, never breaking concentration. She often reclused herself here in the city to allow the sounds of society regulate her focus, finding that everyone's day-to-day life gives her something to remind herself of why she does what she does and why she's a justicar and she holds to the Justicar Code. She remained silent, letting the darkness fill the area the sun had touched only minutes ago. The nightlife in Nos Astra seemed busier than the day. Often times, Faria could here the music of parties and nightclubs blasting their music and people enjoying themselves while traffic slowed down. Other times, Faria could hear and feel the 'crime' organizations going about their business, rarely resulting in the one real law on Illium, murder. In her meditation, a terminal at her desk inside began to ring. Faria opened her eyes, showing no emotion or surprise at the incoming call. She stood up from her spot she had spent the last couple days occupying. She reached the terminal and answered the call. On the screen was another Asari dressed in skimpy clothing. Faria could see that the Asari was contacting her secretly as she constantly looked over her shoulders, expecting trouble at any second. Faria: “To what do I owe the pleasure, Iratiana?” Iratiana: “Faria, you asked that I help keep tabs on the Eclipse here on Omega for you...” The Asari dancer checked over her shoulder and began to whisper. Iratiana: “Something's going on. Eclipse troopers have been rounding people up all over the station and moving them somewhere. I don't like this, Faria.” Faria: “This is troubling... Do you know why they're doing it?” The Asari shook her head. Iratiana: “No. There hasn't been a word and no one has seen any of the people captured ever again. We need help Faria. Once they're done out in the streets, they'll come for the clubs next. Don't let them get away with this.” On the screen, the door behind Iratiana busted open with Eclipse soldiers rushing through. Iratiana began to panic as the soldiers subdued Iratiana. The Commando that was leading the group saw the open channel. Commando: “Don't come looking for her. You're never going to see her again.” The commando shot the screen, abruptly ending the call. Faria stood up and grabbed her gear. She quickly prepared herself and stormed out the door of her safehouse, hellbent on getting to Omega and stopping whatever is going on with the Eclipse.

[Naked Crook]

Navere shook her head. Navere: We can't take the risk of letting them go until Alex does what he has to do. Navere used her free hand to activate her Omni Tool and contact Alex. Navere: Alex...do you read me? Navere waited a moment. She then got a response from Alex. Alex: Yeah...I hear you...lets keep this fast. What is it? Navere: We managed to tag two Eclipse Omni Tools. They should be ready to mine. Alex: Stand by... Navere waited. After a moment, Alex spoke again. Alex: Alright...the bugs are responding, and I have managed to find a few different comm frequencies. I can send these frequencies to you, and the Quarian. This should only take a moment. Navere waited again. She activated her Omni Tool, and just as Alex said, she recieved the comm frequencies. Alex: Patch into those frequencies and keep tabs on the Eclipse. Alex paused. Navere: Alex? Alex: Navere...these Collectors seem to have an agreement with The Eclipse...and you will never believe who is the mouthpiece for the Eclipse. Navere clenched her fist, as she killed the two Eclipse mercs she had pinned down with hrr biotics. Alex: Lesan is speakjng for Eclipse. The Salarian...he is working with the Eclipse and/or The Collectors. Alex paused again. The sound of a ship taking off could be heard over the comm line. Alex: Lesan handed a bunch of people to the Collectors. The Collectors then put all these people into pods and then proceeded to leave. I don't know if more are coming or not...but we have to stop this... Alex paused once more. Alex: The Collectors traded technology for people. Lesan has Collector technology...and I have no clue what he plans to do with it. I think I am going to follow that tech...see if we can figure out what it is...and what it could be used for. Navere: Alex...you should wait for us. Alex: I don't think I can. Once that tech goes on the move...I could lose it quickly if I don't keep up. Just try to catch up to me. I will update you as I tail them.

[Hells Sniper]

Gates had since left the company of Linda and headed to his room. He entered the elevator and took a few minutes to collect himself as he rode up. Linda was nice, and his mom trusted her. And ever since he joined the military all those years ago, he knew he had to follow his mother's judgement. Even if people believed that was the reason he was the rank he was, he knew that he had worked for this rank. And he knew that if he could get this intel to Cerberus, the Alliance could finally start pushing for more recognition at the Citadel. Finally, the ding of the elevator sent Gates back into reality as he stepped onto the 2nd floor. He made his way to his room and began to dawn his gear. Everything was a pretty standard setup and he knew this is how it was gonna be. He was used to it, after all the years of changing ships and switching between CO's. Of course, if it wasn't for Wilson he would still be in control of his own ship. Then again, he knew the risks of course. And he knew he was going to make this right.

[Kairu]

Uli: "Comm traffic is pretty heavy between different areas of Omega. They all seem to be routing through the lower decks of the station. I would conclude that's where they have their main base near, a relay station or something. As for what they're actually talking about, most of it is about where to put everyone they're rounding up. It looks like they're filling up the decks under the main businesses and their comm station." Meanwhile, on the lower decks of Omega: Lesan was following the devices to his specified location, with a heavy security escort along the way. They soon stopped in front of a large bulkhead door. Spectral ran his hand over a security pad with his omni-tool. The security check began to take longer than he liked. He then turned his head to his guards. Spectral: "Stay alert! This is taking longer than I'd like and I get the feeling that trouble is nearby." The escort, consisting of mostly commandos, operatives and heavies, all spread out to fortify their position and rooting out any flanks. Spectral returned to his override. Before too long, a large group of Blue Suns and Blood Pack soldiers came flooding out onto the floor. Commando: "We've got company!" One of the Blue Sun's officers stepped forward. Only to stop several steps with the entire Eclipse escort pointing their guns at the one man. Officer: "Spectral, is it? My name is Villim Ky'yn! I speak for both the Blue Suns and the Blood Pack!" Ky'yn was a Turian wearing heavy armor. He had tech armor reinforcing his physical armor. Behind him both the Blue Suns and Blood Pack took aggressive stances against the Eclipse escort. Ky'yn: "I only want to talk!" Spectral had been ignoring the Turian until he mentioned that he wanted to talk, which caught his attention. Spectral summoned one of his higher ranking officers to take over for him. When the officer began to work on the override, Spectral stepped towards his line of soldiers. Spectral: "I'm listening." Ky'yn: "For many revolutions now, these gangs have gotten along harmoniously, only clashing when interests are divided or a threat. This is now one of those cases. We want to know what you're up to." Spectral: "That is not for your concerns. All you need to know is that this is for the better of the galaxy." Ky'yn began to pace back and forth, keeping the conversation going. Ky'yn: "Okay, so then what are those devices?" Spectral: "They are to help bring about our salvation! My soldiers have begun calling them Fangs." Ky'yn: "Salvation? What salvation?" Spectral: "I have found the means for ascension! For all of us, every species in the Galaxy, to evolve to the next level! A way to combine technology and organic parts! Think about it! Immortality at our fingertips!" Ky'yn was less than pleased. He felt that Spectral was delusional, however, he had snipers setup in a couple elevated locations getting ready to fire. All he had to do was keep Spectral talking. Ky'yn: "And how do you plan to do that? Technology like that is well beyond our reach! Even you should know that!" Spectral began to input something into his omni-tool. Spectral: "But it isn't! Don't you see? These devices are the key!" The bulkhead doors began to slide open. Spectral continued facing forward. He tapped his earpiece. Spectral: "Get the devices inside." Several of his engineers broke formation and began to carry the Fangs inside the building. Ky'yn: "Then how did you find out about this technology? How did you know the Collectors would possess this? How did you even manage to get them to communicate?" Spectral held out his left arm and a red projection of Salvation appeared. Spectral: "From our Salvation." The projection was massive, almost as though it was bigger than the large deck's space. The red Reaper was quiet, as though it was waiting for something. Omega Nebula - Sahrabarik - Mass Effect Relay Faria had just finished her jump into the system. He small ship drifted and the engines ignited moving towards Omega. She scanned the area and discovered the Cerberus ships in the system. Cerberus being near Omega concerned her, but it wasn't her first priority. She needed to get to Omega and fast. Omega Station: The ship moved forward as fast as it could, Omega closing quickly in view. When she arrived, she immediate docked in one of her secret, reclusive landing bays. She had spent a lot of time on Omega growing up and she knew the station well, almost better than anyone else alive. When she began to run towards the Eclipse base, her assets and bugs over the station began to feed her information, a lot of it being security feeds. That's when she saw the exchange between the three gangs. She recognized the building number next to the bulkhead door and ran as fast as she could to intercept them.

[Naked Crook]

Alex watched the two sides converse with each other from above. He kept his head low to avoid detection. As Alex watched the conversation, he activated his Omni-Tool, and started to record what he was seeing. Alex: This is unreal... Alex continued to observe. When he saw the large holographic avatar of the Reaper appear, he was taken aback, speechless. Alex: What the hell is that thing? What the hell is that Salarian messing with? Alex kept his Omni Tool active, continuing to record everything that was said. As Alex watched the exchange, he whispered to Navere and Uli over the comm. Alex: You two need to hurry up and get down here. SOmething serious is going down here...and I am going to need backup!

[Kairu]

Uli looked up at Navere. Uli: "It must be serious if he's asking for help." Meanwhile: Ky'yn: "What in the Spirits is that?" Everyone in the room was stricken with fear and awe. Salvation: "I am the harbinger of your Salvation and from this moment you will serve me and be rewarded with transcendence." Ky'yn: "We won't do it!" Salvation let out a loud mindthrobbing noise. Salvation: "It is inevitable that you will ascend. Do not be a fool and deny your Salvation." Ky'yn: "We will not serve you! Whatever your deal is, we'd rather live the way we are than serve anyone!" Salvation: "It is amusing how little you understand. You do not comprehend the bigger picture." Ky'yn: "We are happy with the way we are!" Salvation: "So be it." The hologram vanished leaving the merc factions alone again. Spectral looked behind him and checked the status of the Fangs. Most of them inside. Spectral then looked back and saw a red dot in the rafters were he assumed the snipers were. Spectral then looked at his line of elite soldiers and then the Blue Suns and Blood Pack soldiers. Spectral then quickly drew his Locust and shot Ky'yn before anyone could react. Spectral then, instinctively dodged left, avoiding the following sniper shot. Spectral: "Kill them!" Both lines of soldiers opened fired as Spectral ducked behind cover of the last device. He hid where he was safe and then tapped his earpiece. Spectral: "Bring in the mechs." From up above, two YMIR mechs along with a dozen LOKI mechs dropped in the no-man's zone between the lines. Spectral then popped back out from behind cover, tossing out a sentry turret and combat drone, taking shots where he can. Spectral followed the last Fang into the facility, ordering his troops to retreat with him, remaining in formation. Several more sniper shots rang out until one of the YMIR mechs fired several Mass Accelerator Cannon shots at them. Before long, the Eclipse line had fallen back behind the bulkhead door, leaving the remaining mechs and dead bodies on the other side. The gunfire continued until the bulkhead door sealed itself, becoming a fortress.