Mass Effect RPG - Part 1

[Naked Crook]

This RPG takes place in the year 2183 In The Mass Effect Universe. (This post is subject to undergo changes as the RP goes on). ================================================================================== Rules: 1. This RPG will take place in the Mass Effect universe in the year 2183. 2. Useable species include: Human, Turian, Asari, Salarian, Batarian, Volus, Drell, Vorcha, Yahg, Krogan, Quarian, and AIs (Such as the EDI Infiltration Unit). 3. Use of the following races is prohibited: Collector, Prothean, Reaper, Hannar, Elcor, Rachni, Leviathans, and Keepers. 3. Your arsenal of weapons and armor can only be weapons and armor from the Mass Effect franchise. Weapons can be customized to the extent possible in Mass Effect 3. 4. Controlling of other characters to a major degree is prohibited. Exceptions are granted in the event of a pre-planned event between two people. 5. Direct and deliberate interference with the current direction of the RP or the story is prohibited. 6. All Characters must be grounded in the reality of the lore. Soldier classes cannot have access to biotic abilities, while Biotic characters must be limited in the amount of weapons they are proficient with. Physical abilities of characters must also maintain a large degree of grounding in the established lore. Humans are incapable of physically outmatching a Krogan or a Yahg. 7. Try and participate in the story. 8. No overt sexual themes. Affection is fine, but over-the-top sexual themes are not permitted. Let's try and keep it clean. 9. Do not stall the story. Your character will be RPed as necessary to avoid the RPG from being put on hold. 10. Characters must stick to their affiliation, with rare exceptions being granted for plot devices. In general, a Systems Alliance Admiral will not arbitrarily turn coat on his fellow officers and soldiers without a VERY good reason (typically provided by a plot device). 11. Characters who become indoctrinated have VERY little recourse to escape indoctrination. Long term indoctrination is universally accepted as being permanent. SHort term, or mild exposure to indoctrination can be escaped and rehabilitated. As a result of this, Indoctrination CANNOT be forced on other characters without either their consent or the understanding that the situation can be evaded and escaped from. 12. All Character sheets must be your first post in this thread, done in a single post, for reference purposes. Please do this ASAP. 13. If you are unsure about the technical or chronological accuracy of your post or your ideas, please ask the community for input. There is no such thing as a dumb question. 14. Have fun. ================================================================================== ================================================================================== Character Template: All fields must be filled out or the character will NOT be approved. Back story must be DETAILED enough to paint a good picture of who we would be dealing with.. Name: Species: Gender: Age: Height: Weight: Physical Build: Organization / Allegiance: Rank: Ship: Classification: Personality: Backstory: ================================================================================== ================================================================================== Any questions about the time line should be checked at the following link. http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Mass_Effect_Wiki ================================================================================== Post your character sheets ONLY, and wait for the first post

[Kairu]

Valrot Lesan [sheet]Name: Valrot Lesan Sex: Male Race: Salarian Age: 27 Class: Engineer Rank: Colonel Traits: Quick thinking, calm, rational, enjoys a challenge, highly deceptive, charismatic Weapons: M-12 Locust, Scorpion heavy pistol Chain of Command: Special Tasks Group, Himself Back story: Valrot is the first hatched of his egg group. While growing up, he displayed the most cunning and intellect of his kin and was taken notice of at a young age. Excelling at tech abilities from his youth, he specialized further as an engineer, capable of taking and holding a position with a small group for hours before needing new reinforcements. He favors the use of turrets and drones to control the battlefield. Because of his remarkable battlefield talent, respect of his peers, and confidence, he was selected to join the Special Tasks Group (STG). Because of the age limitations, his promotions were received quickly, going from the rank of Captain to Colonel in the span of a year and three months. While serving the STG, he became very distinguished among his peers and the Council representatives. He was also offered to become a Spectre, however, he declined it because he didn't want the Council to be able to watch everything he does. The STG provided him with a sense of privacy that he felt couldn't be obtained elsewhere. On one of his missions in the Perseus Veil, Lesan discovered an old device on the planet and assess the Geth threat upon the Quarian's request. The Council sent in Lesan's team knowing the capabilities of both sides, confident that Lesan would return successful. The STG team managed to land safely on the planet, the Geth quickly began to swarm the landing zone. Lesan used the shuttle for cover, deploying several turrets and drones to assist his team. They held the position for nearly three hours when the Geth stopped sending troops, realizing that the STG team would still hold out even longer. With the immediate threat over, the STG team managed to locate a Geth base that stored multiple network uplink servers. The STG team hit several snags over the course of the mission, but one unexpected result did turn up. They uncovered the location of something the Geth were referring to as the“Salvation Device”. Concerned for any repercussions this beacon may cause for galactic concerns, the Lesan took it upon himself to change priorities to seize the Beacon. They uploaded the coordinates of the beacon to their omni-tools and located the Beacon several dozen miles outside the base. The shuttle wound up getting shot down by Anti-Air turrets and the STG were forced to move by foot to the dig site. Along the way, the team encountered even heavier resistance, but managed to push forward to the Beacon. With the beacon eventually secured, they tapped into the local databank and located a geth airfield where they would use the fighters and take the beacon. The airfield was setup and used as an ambush against the Salarians and most of Lesan's team were killed except him and his Second. The duo decided to split up, Lesan taking out the AA guns from earlier while his Second grabbed a fighter. Lesan was too slow to shut down the gun and the gun managed to destroy his Second's fighter. With the gun finally shut down and isolated, Lesan managed to sneak his way through the airfield where he commandeered a fighter, then the Beacon and jump to the Migrant Fleet. When he arrived, he asked that he could begin analyzing the beacon with the help of the Migrant Fleet's Special Projects division. Since then, Lesan has been attempting to figure out what made the Geth consider the beacon to be of such significance as they claimed.[/sheet] Uli'Nich vas Talonata [sheet]Name: Uli'Nich vas Talonata (Uli) Sex: Male Race: Quarian Age: 49 Class: Infiltrator Rank: Admiral of the Talonata and in charge of the Heavy Fleet division of the Migrant Fleet Traits: Rational, tactical, he is willing to defend the Migrant Fleet with his last breath, dedicated to the Quarians' survival, very combat-skilled Weapons: Geth Pulse Rifle, Geth Plasma Shotgun Chain of Command: Quarians – Migrant Fleet Back story: Uli'Nich is one of the five Admirals on the Migrant Fleet's Admiralty Board. He commands a large decommissioned Turian carrier and uses it as his flagship. The ship, the Talonata, is primarily a carrier/command dreadnought hybrid, outfitted to command the entire Heavy Fleet while providing the fleet with large amounts of fighter support. In combat, Uli prefers to keep back out of combat, keeping his large ship out of direct combat and allow the more combat-oriented ships to do the fighting. Uli's father was on the Admiralty Board when Uli was young. Uli strived to impress his busy father, however, he was seemingly ignored for most of his life. When he was a teenage, he began his Pilgrimage, where he left the Migrant Fleet, looking for new tech or resources the Quarian people could use. He managed to broker a few deals with various individuals of shady backgrounds, however, through enough arm twisting and bribery, Uli managed to gain the coordinates of a battlefield of old ships from Humanity's First Contact War. Before Uli could go and seize his prize, however, he received word that his father passed away forcing Uli to return to the Migrant Fleet and oversee the death ceremony of his father. Still compelled to show everyone that he was as much his father's son as he was convinced he was, he shared the coordinates with the Admiralty Board, whom, after careful deliberation, agreed to allow Uli to take a small fleet to secure and salvage anything they could from the battlefield. Much to Uli's surprise, the Quarian fleet was ambushed from a large Blue Suns fleet who was hired to kill Uli and secure the salvage for themselves. A battle followed quickly upon the Quarian's arrival and due to the combat, Uli assumed control of the fleet after the current commanding officer was killed in action. Coordinating his fleet and bolstering a flank in the Blue Suns' formation, several strike squadrons of fighters managed to eliminate the larger ships of the mercenary fleet, forcing them into a retreat. Having secured the salvage of the battlefield and discovering the Talonata, Uli's victory and ability for command showed promise to the rest of the Admiralty Board. Uli continued to expand his command skill in several skirmishes with the Geth in the Perseus Veil. As the skill continued, so did his popularity with his fellow officers as well as reputation among the Quarian Flotilla. When the Admiral of the Heavy Fleet fell terminally ill, the Admiralty Board extended an offer to Uli to take his place. Gleefully, Uli now commands the Heavy Fleet, relishing the fact that his father would have been proud of Uli's accomplishments.[/sheet] Faria Axyria [sheet]Name: Faria Axyria Sex: Mono-Gendered (Female) Race: Asari Age: 834 Class: Adept Rank: Justicar Traits: Calm, detached, committed to the Justicar way of life, prefers no personal attachments including friends, always straight to business Weapons: Primarily biotics, M-9 Tempest SMG Chain of Command: Asari, Justicar Code Back story: Faria is a dark blue Asari Justicar who was born on Omega. Growing up, her mother had difficulty supporting Faria, the father never seen from again. Faria grew up believing that either her father died or abandoned the family. Her mother had succumbed to the slum life of Omega, eventually being murdered by the infantile Eclipse Gang after stealing credits from a vendor. Having to spend her time thieving and surviving on the ever-growing she began to form a hatred for the mercenary gangs that ruled over Omega. At times, she would find herself in a position where she needed to take action against the gangs and every time, she would wind up murdering half a dozen to a dozen people in every firefight. Over time, she managed to scrounge up enough credits to take a shuttle off of Omega and eventually reach Thessia. When she arrived, she enlisted to the Asari Republic's military force. Her biotic powers grew more and more, increasing in rank. She managed to become an Asari Commando, often fighting on the frontlines of the battlefield to squash and eliminate her opponents. Her commanding officers often noted to how convicted she was to her orders and how dedicated she remained until the mission was complete, victory at any cost. At the time, her C.O. suggested that Faria go into training to be a Justicar. The C.O. pulled some strings and managed to get Faria into the Justicar program where her life would change. The training and dedication and memorization of the entire Justicar sutras and oaths took almost a century to be ready, however, when it was complete, Faria emerged as a tough, fierce, and dedicated Justicar. After her anointment, she made it a point to go after the gangs of Omega and attempt to purge the station of the heinous villainy. She spent the next century doing her best at removing various links in the various syndicates' chains of command, never fully accomplishing her goal. When she turned 833, she managed to get her revenge on the Eclipse gang and eliminated every top officer within the organization. Having completed her goals, she has left Omega to meditate and focus on a new assignment.[/sheet]

[Naked Crook]

Alex Underhill [SHEET]Name: Alex Underhill Species: Human Gender: Male Age: 35 (Born in 2148) Height: 6'2" Weight: 190 lbs Physical Build: Toned Organization / Allegiance: Cerberus and Humanity - Systems Alliance to a lesser extent. Rank: Captain Ship: SSV Damocles - Cerberus Dreadnaught. Classification: Soldier Personality: Bold, can be very direct in conversations. Pragmatic, capable of compromise and reasonable association. Soft spoken, generally maintains a cool head and a calm demeanor. Background: Alex was born in 2148, on Earth. Alex comes from a strong military lineage, which is why it comes as no surprise that Alex joined the military. In 2157, both of Alex's parents were killed in the first contact war, leaving him to be orphaned, and raised by his uncle and aunt. Alex enrolled in the Naval academy in 2167 at the age of 19, using his parent's deaths as his motivation to succeed. Alex earned his commission, with honors, by the year 2171. Throughout his military career, Alex proved time and time again that he is capable of being a very original thinker by analyzing a situation, and finding a way to turn the situation around to his, or his allies, advantage. It was as a result of this that his progress through the ranks was as rapid as it was impressive. This did not go unnoticed by many, including Cerberus. During his time in the military, Alex progressed through the Interplanetary Combatives Training, and by 2176, he was awarded with his N7 Designation. After his N7 designation, Alex was approached by Cerberus, officially recruited into their ranks, having never forgot the pain of losing his parents to an alien species. While Alex eagerly joined the ranks of Cerberus, he maintained his position in the System's Alliance Navy, keeping his affiliation with Cerberus a secret, on the basis that it allowed him greater operational flexibility. In 2179, Alex was sent on a joint training operation / cultural exchange with a Turian Intelligence Officer named "Navere Kurana". This marked the first occasion that Alex operated in the field with a non-human, as well as the first time that he had discovered that he had quite a bit in common with a member of an alien species, an experience which undermined the years of conditioned thinking that all alien races were inherently vile. The two built a mutual respect, and kept in touch after the conclusion of the training operation. In 2180, Alex was awarded the rank of Commander, by the Navy, for his exemplary performance in the line of duty during isolated engagements with Batarian slavers in the years prior. In 2182, Alex was dishonorably discharged from active service from the Systems Alliance on charges of "suspicious conduct unbecoming an officer". After his discharge, Alex started working full time with Cerberus, being granted the rank of Captain, and command of a Cerberus Dreadnaught by the name of the "SSV Damocles". Alex does not hold any animosity towards the Systems Alliance for his discharge.[/SHEET] Navere Kurana [SHEET]Name: Navere Kurana Species: Turian Gender: Female Age: 37 (Born in 2146) Height: 5'8" Weight: 150 lbs Physical Build: Medium Build Organization / Allegiance: Shadowbroker Operative / Mercenary Rank: N/A Ship: N/A Classification: Vanguard Personality: Withdrawn, is not known for her outgoing or social personality. Quiet, tends to keep to herself. Precised, very focused in battle and keeps her mind on the mission. Background: Navere was born on Palaven in 2146. Like many Turians, Navere lived a life of strict military discipline and structure, which almost literally paved her way into military service. Navere, at the age of 15, joined the Turian armed forces, and quickly became a competent and reliable soldier, often favoring missions that either required a great deal of stealth, or information gathering assignments. In 2157, during the First Contact War, Navere was accidentally exposed to massive quantities of Element-Zero during a combat engagement with humans. As a result of her exposure, Navere began to develop biotic powers. However, as a result of her newly-acquired biotic powers, many Turians became very distrusting of Navere, and even started to question the merits and authenticity of her honor as a Turian. At first, the discrimination that Navere was faced with was limited, but as the years went on, and the use of her biotic powers became more and more a part of her military practice in the field, her commanding officers turned down-right hostile towards her, going so far as to belittle and insult her in as many ways as possible. Despite the difficulty that Navere faced, she continued her service to the Turian armed forces for many years. In 2179, Navere was chosen to participate in a joint-training mission with a Systems Alliance officer named Alex Underhill. Navere was chosen due to the fact that it was a highly undesirable assignment due to the lingering animosity between the Turians and Humans as a result of the First Contact War. To Navere's surprise, however, she found the experience to be quite satisfying and enjoyable, as she had developed a very unlikely friendship with the Human. Much to Navere's surprise, she found herself quite comfortable and at ease with Alex Underhill because she found the Human to be very pragmatic and reasonable. During the joint training operation, Alex Underhill encouraged Navere to focus on honing her biotic abilities, citing that it was a very rare and exceptional gift. Due in large part to the various aspects of Alex's personality and wisdom, Navere developed a very strong affection for Alex, but never acted on it due to the belief that there would be no reciprocation. However, As a direct result of Alex Underhill's advice and influence, Navere left the Turian armed forces, leaving the persecution and discrimination behind. It was not long before Navere found herself in the employment of The Shadow Broker, who quickly recruited her due to her expertise in information and intelligence gathering and reconnaissance. As of 2182, Navere remains in the employment of The Shadow Broker, occasionally acting as a personal information broker for Alex Underhill, whom she still maintains a "friendship" with, despite her knowledge of his Cerberus involvement.[/SHEET]

[Orcaid123]

Raknarion Kel'thuz [sheet]Name: Raknarion Kel'thuz Species: Turian Gender: Male Age: Late thirties Height: Average Weight: Average Physical Build: http://masseffectfanfiction.wikia.co...ile:Turian.jpg Organization / Allegiance: Turian Hierarchy Rank: Commander Ship: Palavan's Might - http://masseffect.wikia.com/wiki/Ships#Cruisers Classification: Soldier Personality: Arrogant - Prideful - Disciplined - Effective with pistol - Effective commander - Ugly/Face scarred - Weak drinker - Patient - Distrust of humans - Hates krogan Backstory: -Raknarion were born on Palavan - Known military cast family - Kel'thuz - Joined the military at the age of 15 - Continued his military training in 3 years - Ended up as Lieutenant - served 15 years in the military - Became a commander at the age of 33 - Was given Palavan's Might as reward for his service - Father died in a battle against Krogan's in the Krogan war - Hunted the krogan's down and killed them, using the newly gained resources from the Turian military, even having their backing. - currently stationed in the Citadel. [/sheet] Matias Arefjord [sheet]Name: Matias Arefjord Species: Human Gender: Male Age: Thirties Height: Tall Weight: 80 pounds Physical Build: http://s42.photobucket.com/user/Orca...tml?state=copy Organization / Allegiance: Cerberus Rank: Captain Ship: http://www.desura.com/members/zombie...fect-textures2 - Raven's desire Classification: Soldier Personality: Cruel - Sadistic - Hates most alien species - Respects Turians - Calm - Patient - Enjoys warm meals - Arrogant - disciplined Backstory: -Matias were born on Earth - Norway region -Well known merchant family - Space ship producer -Father and mother got killed by an unknown alien gang, when Matias was at the age of 10 -Enlisted into the Alliance at the age of 18 - Continued his training for three years, before enlisting into a infantry unit. -Were known for giving no mercy towards alien hostiles, even if his superiors ordered him to not kill. -Served for ten years, before resigning his position in the Alliance due to having the need to cooperate with aliens. -Were soon contacted by Cerberus, being offered a ship and a rank as "Captain". Matias gladly accepted the offer, and joined Cerberus. -With the newly gained ship and crew, he managed to track the alien gang. Their base of operations was on Omega. -He found only an old Battarian, having a bottle in his hand as he leaned towards the wall, in an old and rusty warehouse. -Matias killed the battarian with his own bottle. Having the sweet taste of vengeance in his mouth. -Currently docked with his ship inside Cerberus HQ, awaiting orders. [/sheet]

[Hells Sniper]

Commander William Gates [SHEET]Name: William Gates Species: Human Gender: Male Age: 37 Height: 6'3" Weight: 210 lbs Physical Build: Medium Build - Toned Organization / Allegiance: Systems Alliance - N7 Operative Rank: Commander Ship: SSV Newcastle - Frigate-class Classification: Infiltrator Weapons: N7 Valiant Sniper Rifle - N7 Eagle Pistol Personality: Calm personality, courageous/fearless in battle, shows mercy to his foes, understanding heart and mind, puts honor, integrity, and pride above most of his personal ambitions - studious and respectful to his elders. Backstory: Born on Luna in 2146, Will was raised by his grandparents as both his mother and father were front line soldiers for the Alliance military. In 2157, during the First Contact War, Will's father was killed by Turians and his mother was severely wounded, losing both her legs. However, her actions prompted her to become a leader in the Alliance military, giving them access to better schools and stations. Will had always wanted to follow in his parent's footsteps and in 2162, he and his mother were transferred to Arcturus Station (due to his mothers high political and military standing). From there, he was schooled by, and worked for, the Alliance's top military and political leaders. At age 18, in the year 2164, Will graduated with the highest honors from the military school on Arcturus Station and was immediately commissioned as an Officer. Throughout Will's military career was defined by bold military strategies and the ability to never lose his cool in battle. Later, in 2170 while attempting to earn his N7 designation, Will was sent with a small contingent of soldiers into the Terminus System after several Alliance civilian ships had been boarded by pirates and taken into the system. Will was chosen to lead the squad, kill the pirates and rescue the civilians. The operation started out smoothly. Will's ship was boarded by the same pirates they were tracking and after certain "persuasion," they managed to convince the leader of the boarding party to the rest of them. What they found was, astonishing to say the least. The pirates had managed to seize a Turian battleship, along with the hundreds of humans, Turians, and even a few Salarians they had captured. The Batarians were organized, and Will knew it would not be easy to finish the mission, yet he went on with it. He and his team boarded the seized Turian battleship disguised in Batarian armor and made a b-line for the bridge. There, they took over the area in a short firefight and was able to release all prisoners aboard the ship in a fluent motion. Thus beginning one of the longest and most intense firefights Will had ever taken a part in. In nineteen hours, the Batarian force was eliminated, the Turian ship was back in their control, and every member of Will’s team was in critical condition, defending the bridge by himself; Will was able to keep the bridge secured until the Turians aided in the securing of the ship. For his bravery, protection of his fellow soldiers, and unwavering dedication to the mission, Will completed his N7 designation and since then has been an N7 operative, usually sticking to solo recon and infiltration missions. In 2183, he was assigned to the SSV Newcastle under the command of Vice-Admiral Linda Swanson.[/SHEET]

[Naked Crook]

Current Location: Serpant Nebula - Citadel - Citadel Wards - Outside Chora's Den. Just around the corner from Chora's Den, a man in a slick black suit, carrying no markings, leaned over a balcony, taking in the views of the Citadel Wards, watching the sky cars fly by at what he assumed was breakneck speeds, given their distance from where he was standing. The man kept to himself, not speaking or talking to any of the people who were passing him by. This was much to the satisfaction of the man, as he had no interest in speaking to anyone who was passing him by. However, given the nature of the area that he was waiting, he was eventually approached by an Asari, who for all intents and purposes, was looking for clientele. The Asari walked next to the man, and leaned on the balcony with him. Asari Prostitute: Hey there hansom. I have been working these streets all night...and you have not budged an inch. Something tells me you are looking for someone. The man turned his head to the Asari. Alex: Whatever I am doing at this moment...it is of no concern to a lady of your...particular occupation. The Asari grinned. Asari Prostitute: Perhaps. However...what you COULD be doing IS of concern to someone of my...particular occupation. The Asari imitated Alex's inflections when she said this. Alex: I have my choice of the things that I could be doing...and you are not one of them. Asari Prostitute: I can do things with biotic fields that you could never dream of. Alex: Tell you what...why don't you go and do those things to that Krogan bouncer at the door of Chora's den over there. I am sure his potency has lowered his standards right into the dirt. The Asari frowned. Asari Prostitute: I outta lift you right over this balcony and watch you plummet to your death for that comment. Alex turned fully to face the Asari. He was going to tell her off again, but he stopped himself. He looked just over the Asari's right shoulder and grinned. Asari Prostitute: What's so funny? Alex: Nothing> I am just sure that if you do decide to follow up on that threat...you won't have the time to pull it off. Asari Prostitute:You want to bet? Alex: Sure! Why Not? Do your worst. Come on you used up, blue, burlap sack...hit me. The Asari frowned, as her biotic field began to flare up. As it did, however, the Asari was lifted into the air and tossed right over the balcony. Alex watched the Asari Prostitute fall over the balcony and plummet to her death. Alex had to laugh, as he turned around again, and was met by a Female Turian this time. Nevere: You know ALex...one of these days...that approach is going to get you killed. Navere looked over her shoulder, and shook her head, as she knew that what just happened di not go unnoticed. Nevere: We need to go...before C-Sec shows up. Alex: I couldn't agree more. Navere gestured her head, and bolted off, with Alex in tow. The two bbegan to sprint away from Chroa's den, as they made their way towards a sky car that was parked in an alleyway. Nevere: Every time I meet with you...something always happens to draw attention. I am surprised our faces are not plastered on every display on the Citadel. Alex: C-Sec has no shortage of dirty cops looking to take home a few extra creds. That is all it takes to take possession of any police reports and destroy them. Navere and Alex got into the sky car, with Navere entering the passenger seat. She wasted no time in starting the sky car, and taking off, speeding away and merging with the traffic. Navere: You know...I just wish that for once...we could meet in a public place under the pretext of a social get-together...bot business. Alex: I wish I had the time for social get-togethers...period. Navere didn't respond. Alex looked over, and raised en eyebrow. Alex: How are you doing Navere? It is good to see you again. You are looking well. Navere: I'm doing fine. How about you? Alex: I am still fighting the good fight. Navere: Yeah...the "good fight". Alex: Sarcasm doesn't suit you Navere. Believe me...I am no stranger to what you think of my career choice. Navere: It's a little too Xenophobic for my tastes. Alex: True...but we still enjoy each others company none-the-less. Navere: That is true. Navere looked over to Alex. Navere: It is good to see you too, by the way. Alex grinned and nodded. Alex: There we go...that's the Navere that I know. Alex held a grin on his face for a moment, but it began to fade. Alex: As much as I would enjoy the continued pleasentries Navere...we can't ignore why we are here. The fact is...I needed to see you in regards to a very serious matter. With that said...do you have the intel? Navere: Yeah...I got it. I still do not understand what you need with STG field reports and various dossiers. Alex: I heard rumors. That is enough for someone like me to start asking favors, and shelling out the necessary creds and get them. Alex paused. Alex: I take it you have not looked at the information I requested, beyond knowing what it is. Navere: It is typically not my place to poke around in the information that I am delivering. Navere paused. Navere: As an information broker for the Shadowbroker...it would be inappropriate for me to ask what the specifics entail. Alex looked at Navere. Alex: Well Navere...ask me as a friend. Go on. You know you want to. Navere: There are a lot of things I want to ask you as a friend Alex... Alex: I only have time for one Navere. Navere paused for a moment. SHe considered her options. She then sighed. Navere: What is in the data that I am delivering to you? Alex: Hopefully...confirmations of the rumors I have been hearing. Navere: And...what are those rumors? Alex: Prothean technology in the Perseus Veil. I want to confirm if STG crossed into the Perseus Veil to salvage Prothean Tech...without the Citadel Council...or anyone else for that matter...knowing. Navere: Interesting. I guess Cerberus gets a little mad when rival clandestine organizations beat them to the big scores? Alex: Cerberus does not get mad with its Rivals Navere...we simply one up them. Navere: Cerberus. After all this time...I still can't believe that YOU...of all people...work for them. Alex: Me...of all people? Navere: The one Human that I actually enjoy talking to. Alex: And sparring with...and training with...and comparing wartime stories with. Navere: That was in the past... Alex: Indeed it was. Alex grinned, and chuckled. Navere: What's so funny? Alex: I know you well enough to know that you are JUST as curious about these STG rumors as I am. Alex paused. Alex: Navere...all you have to do is ask. I will let you tag along! We can look into it together...sorta like old times. Navere was silent for a moment. Navere: Do I really need to ask? Alex: Not really. You already know what the answer is...so lets save the breath. Navere gave a shrug and a nod. Navere: Alright...let's do it. When should we actually take a look at those STTG field reports. Alex: Shortly. There is one final thing we need to do. Navere: Yeah? What's that? Alex: You remember those dossiers you also brought along? Navere: Yeah? Alex: We are going to need to make a few stops.

[Orcaid123]

Meanwhile by the Citadel docks: The Turian dropship landed on the military - section of the dock in the Citadel, and as it landed, the side doors slided open, revealing five armed Turian military bodyguards and one ugly unarmed Turian cladded in officer clothing. As of the moment the door opened, the small entourage marched out, having no eyecontact as they went, except from the occasional salute to a fellow Turian. After some minutes they would finally arrive infront of an elevator, the unarmed Turian turned against the closest bodyguard. Raknarion: Lieutenant, stay here as I take the elevator up to the general. I doubt he'd like an armed force in the office. The lieutenant salutes Raknarion, giving him a firm nod. The commander continues into the elevator, alone. It took only some mere moments before the elevator opened once again, revealing a corridor that leads to several ways. Each way had a sign on the side, saying which way were to the embassy to each race. Raknarion follows the one saying "Turian". On his way through the specific corridor, he'd meet alot of Turians, also cladded in officer uniforms. And he knew many of the ones he passed, giving most a firm nod. When he reached a specific door, having the initials on it "Admiral Zharlis", he'd enter it and immidietly straightens his back and lifts his hand up to his face level, doing a salute towards the Turian male sitting infront of him. Zharlis: At ease, commander. It is good to see that you're back in one piece, and with the news of the krogan insurgents eliminated as well? Raknarion answers in a calm voice, though with the hint of pride: Of course, admiral. I executed the operation with out most excellency. No casualties, not even an injury. This will surely show other krogan that insurgancy like this is a waste of energy and time, sir. Zharlis eyed Raknarion for a second, before saying: This is good to hear, but know that there will always be those who rise up against the authorities. Now, your current orders are to wait in the citadel for further orders. Before Raknarion could answer, Zharlis interrupts him, saying. Zharlis: Commander, you're dismissed for now. At the end of the sentence Zharlis moved his gaze to the computer beside him, starting to write in it. Raknarion saluted once more, and turned around towards the entrance.

[Kairu]

Perseus Veil - Migrant Fleet - Quarian Liveship: Barlo Scientist: "This is quite remarkable! Initial studies lead us to believe it is based off of Prothean technology. You can tell with the shape and structure, however, there is something we can't quite determine that makes it seem like we're wrong." The female Quarian scientist had their omni-tool in use as it projected a holographic image of the device many decks below the feet of himself as well as everyone else in the large open room. Before the scientist was the Quarian Admiralty Board, the 'leaders' of the Migrant Fleet and commanding authority of a particular fleet. Around the room were dozens of Quarians watching the preceding take place. Also in the group, standing in the crowd, directly behind the scientist was a Salarian. Like everyone else in the room, he was equally interested in the device his team found. An admiral then spoke up asking the scientist another question. Zaan'Orzh vas Iktomi: "Shala, what exactly does this artifact do?" The womanly voice from the Admiral was curious, however, she didn't let it get the best of her. Zaan sat at the far right end of the table of five when facing the Board. Shala'Koris vas Iktomi: "I honestly couldn't tell you, Admirals. It could be a VI program of some kind or a storage device of sorts. We'll need to keep working to find out." The admiral next to Zaan leaned forward, his voice of great concern. Uli'Nich vas Talonata: "Is it dangerous?" Shala: "We do not believe so. Our tests so far has shown the device to be non-operational and not emitting any form of radiation or waves that we are able to monitor. We will keep examining it to see if we can't figure out the purpose of the device." On the far left, another female Quarian spoke. Aela'Xera vas Defrahnz: "Do so because I have a bad feeling about this. Introducing new technology unknown in purpose to a liveship is dangerous. If this turns out to be some sort of bomb or weapon, we could be compromising the ship and even the fleet." Shala: "I assure you, Admiral Aela, that this is not dangerous at all. The Protheans would never leave behind something that would cause us to harm ourselves." Aela: "Don't be so sure, Shala. I would argue that the mass relays have brought more harm than good in the galaxy as well as any of their knowledge being used to create new weapons." Uli: "You're overreacting, Admiral Aela. The weapons are necessary for everyone to survive as well as the mass relays. We may choose to keep ourselves out of the galactic picture, but if we had a chance to use Prothean tech to increase the lethality of the Flotilla, then we stand a better chance at beating the Geth and taking back the Homeworld." Aela: "Quit being so aggressive, Uli, it'll get all of us killed one day." The admiral next to Aela held his both of his hands up to either side of him as though to hush everyone. Dani'Bekk vas Cyniad: "Both of you, quiet. You can argue this in your own time. We need to stay focused on the issue at hand. Shala, you're 100% sure that this artifact isn't dangerous?" Shala: "Yes Admiral, I am." Dani: "Then you may resume your work with Colonel Lesan in the labs." The Admirals on the board looked at Lesan who was standing behind Shala. Dani: "Colonel Lesan, you're welcomed to stay with us for as long as needed, however, if you wish to contact your superiors we ask that you respect our choice of keeping our location secret. If or when Shala is able to ascertain the nature of the device, you will have a say in the matter of what happens to it." Lesan had stepped forward and bowed politely to accept the word of the Admiralty Board. Dani: "If there is nothing else... this meeting is dismissed." The crowd of Quarians dispersed, roughly a third of the crowd leaving the large room. The Admirals got up from their respective seats and left the room. Shala stepped down from her stand and met with Lesan. Together, they were silent as they returned to Shala's lab.

[Naked Crook]

Navere looked at Alex with a curious look. Alex: Eyes forward Navere. Navere started to look forward again. Navere: A few stops? Where are we stopping? Alex: Well...for starters...The Presidium. Navere: Why? Alex: I need to check out what is currently know by several of the other major players in the Galaxy. Cerberus did express concern that it could be possible that The Turians, The Asari, or even The Citadel council may be aware of the same rumors that Cerberus is. Navere: How would this change things? Alex: Cerberus wants to avoid any possible interference during this Assignment. Navere: I see. You are making sure the playing field is clear? Alex: Exactly. Navere: You know...I may be able to help you with this. If you can get me an encrypted extranet connection...I might be able to see what The Shadow Broker has. It might save us quite a bit of trouble. Alex: Well...I do have a safe house on The Presidium levels that is equipped with a Cerberus uplink. Would that be sufficiant? Navere: That is more than I need. I should be able to work with that. Navere paused. Navere: So I am guessing take us up to the Presidium levels? Alex: Might as well. Navere: Where exactly will we be going? Alex: The safe house I have is located in an apartment complex across from the Human and Turian embassies. Get us close to there, and I can walk us the rest of the way there. Navere: Alright...should be easy enough. Navere adjusted the heading of the sky car, as it was now heading in the direction of the Presidium. Navere: We should be there in no time at all.

[Kairu]

Shala and Lesan entered the dingy lab that was being used to study the Prothean artifact. About six other Quarians were there working to figure out the mystery behind the device. Two of the Quarians were physically analyzing the device, taking notes while the rest were going over figures and data on various terminals that were observing and taking measurements. As soon as the lab doors opened, Shala began asking questions. Shala: "Has there been any progress?" One of the Quarians taking physical observations looked up from her datapad. She set it down on a table behind her and approached Shala and Lesan. Quarian: "We believe it is some sort of storage device. We're not sure what exactly it contains, but we feel that with its durable casing, reported shape and size of previous Prothean discoveries of a similar nature, we may have found out what its function is." Lesan walked in past the Quarian and to the device. Something, for a reason unknown to him, was luring him to the device. As the first Quarian was rattling out ideas, theories and speculation, the other lab technicians that were working began to stare at Lesan. Lesan kneeled, getting eye-level with the device. He felt a sense familiarity with the equipment. He's spent the last few days around the device and he felt a compelled to know the secrets of the device. Lesan continued to stare at the device when Shala took notice of Lesan's sudden curiosity. The muttering technician's speech faded off as Lesan became the sole focus of the room. Lesan: "A storage device you say?" Lesan brought his hands up to the device, taking a pause between his two sentences. Lesan: "Let's see here..." As Lesan's hand got closer to the device, the artifact began to light up and glow. Everyone in the room was perplexed at the discovery, most of them beginning to ferverently taking more notes and checking readouts. Lesan's hand touched the device and an interface appeared. The interface appeared to be a sort of keypad consisting of various symbols unknown to anyone in the room. As though he subconsciously knew the secrets, Lesan began to confidently pressing buttons before interrupted by Shala. Shala: "Valrot, stop! We don't know enough about this to begin accessing it! We need to make observations first!" Lesan's tone had changed to a lower, serious one instead of his usual higher, fast-paced tone. Lesan: "What's wrong? You told the Admirals that this thing is 100% safe. Were you wrong?" Shala: "Honestly? It's quite possible! We have no idea what's stored on there!" Shala was trying to usher caution to Lesan, however, it was becoming more and more futile. Lesan finished inputting a sequence and a layer around the device opened, revealing a sort of viewing oculus. Lesan brought his eye close to the glass eyepiece. Several moments passed as though time itself stopped. No one moved so much as an inch. The general stasis broke when Lesan began to have a seizure. The lab techs quickly responded to help assist Lesan. Shala instead went for the artifact which began to close itself back up. The device re-sealed itself and remained motionless as though Lesan had never touched it to begin with. Quarian: "Get a medical team down here!" Lesan continued with the seizures as Shala's dumbfoundedness rubbed off and she called for a medical team. Within a minute, Lesan's body stopped seizing and went limp. A medical team as well as Uli'Nich arrived about another minute and a half later and took Lesan to the closest infirmary, leaving the lab workers with the Admiral. Uli: "What happened?" Shala: "I don't know. We came back and he seemed like he was in a trance. He approached the device and it's almost like something took control of him. I warned him to stop and that we don't know what the device is used for, urging for a more cautious approach. He apparently ignored me and opened the device." Uli: "He opened the device?" Shala: "Yes Sir." Uli: "Then what?" Shala: "Everything was still as he looked into the device and after what felt like minutes, he collapsed and his body began to shake." Uli: "I thought you said this thing was safe!" Shala: "It is! We believe it to be some sort of storage device. It's possible that this device is tailored towards Prothean physiology and this is his body rejecting whatever he saw." Uli: "Find out! If you can't, that device and the Salarian will be forced to leave." Shala: "Yes Sir." Uli'Nich left the room in anger, leaving the Quarians back to square one.