Off limits!

[Bernard]

((SP 5-1of 75 Exp 7/10))
HP:=120
KARMA:0
Focus skill 18/20
((Bernard ATK- Telekinetic Blast- Clearing a path- Roll = 20 + 40 skill – 10 athsma =50 – was it too much too hope for >50 on the initial roll ))
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As Bernard broke through the cloud cover during his descent he saw it. Gloria laid upon the ground seemingly unconscious as the other Consumer's seemed to swarm her fallen form.

”No. No. NO!” Bernard eclaimed as he decended toward the mosh pile of beasts. He hadn’t risked his life just for her to be devoured in her moment of weakness. The battle weary Sensitive drew upon his talents once more.

”SHE”S MINE!” Beranard roared releasing a telekinetic burst designed to blow the savage beasts aside and retrieve the helpless heroine as he landed amongst the raveging hoarde.

Out of the frying pan and into the fire.

[FG Admin]

((Consumer evasion= 1+30=31.... wow...
I thought Bernard's roll was bad...))

The Consumers were knocked back by the blast and sent sprawling across the pavement in a heap of tangled bodies. Glory continued to lay unconscious on the ground and showed no signs of moving. The orange mist continued to spread out and it had now covered almost all of District Zero, changing color to a lighter shade of yellow as it made its way closer to the city, blending in to the point that it would no longer be visible to the naked eye as it continued to disperse.

For the Consumers that were first exposed they seemed to have greatly calmed down and were a lot more subued. Their yellow eyes remained, but their aggression had greatly decreased.

[Bernard]

((SP 4-2of 75 Exp 8/10))
HP:=120
KARMA:0
Focus skill 18/20
((ESP- what the future holds- roll= 89+40 skill-10 asthma))
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Whether it was the influence of the mist or by sheer luck the blast sent the raveging horde across the pavement with relative ease. Wasting no time he quickly scooped up the unconscious body from the ground and once again took to the skies during their disorientation. The orange mist had now covered most of district zero and was making its way closer to the city. There was no sign of the one armed cloned upon the rooftop.

At this point there were many uncertainties. The most disturbing was his current lack of power and the knowledge that the motionless monster in his arms could wake at any time. Landing upon the top of the four story structure he could only hope his escape went unnoticed and that the height of the building would provide a sufficient obstacle to buy him some time. He only needed a moment to regroup.

The resourceful red head search the heroine’s utility belt. Hopefully there would be a blue stim left over from her former glory. Perhaps more importantly he would find a pair of stun cuff to keep the beast subdued during transport should it emerge. He gently removed the broken masked gazing upon the tranquil elderly woman that lay in his arms. Even in her old age her elegant beauty was still apparent. It was hard to believe what she had become.

The red headed Sensitive took off Gloria's customized ESP 4000 exposing the female's pale warm hand. After all she had done for Osiris, for him, he hoped she could be still be saved. As they touched a Bernard was afforded a quick glimpse their immediate future.

[FG Admin]

Glory's glove slid free from her hand as did the mask upon her face. Unlike her successor's mask, the grey hair was not connected to the mask and remained on her head. She had a few wrinkles and age marks on her face and looked to be in her mid 60s. Her face also had scars on them from her youth that had long since healed. As for her items, she did not appear to have any stims on her. She did have a Stun cuffs inside of her utility belt around her waist, as well as a cigarette lighter, a small beat up notepad, and a small pocket flashlight was also in her belt.

As Bernard touched her hand he saw a glimpse of the future, it was blurry and very uncertain as if it was not set in stone-

The city was overrun with Consumers, there were a lot of dead and injured people. Hydra's hospital was full and the doctors were overworked with treating those that came in. Slowly, the mist spread throughout the city and the OPD was able to restore order, but the damage was severe. Bernard walked through the halls of Hydra with Glory bound in cuffs, everyone stared at him in awe and confusion, then after realizing what took place, let off a huge chorus of cheers and applause. Jeannette stood in the hall as well with her arms crossed, looking slightly less impressed.

[Bernard]

((SP 2-1 of 75 Exp 8/10))
HP:=120
KARMA:0
Focus skill 18/20

Asthma:
stats:
-10 to attack
-10 to defense
-20 to life skills dealing with exercising your body


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The brief vision of Bernard walking through the halls of Hydra with Glory was enough to confirm his course of action regarding the.It pained him to think of the humiliation it would bring to be paraded amongst her pees as some sort of criminal. He would prefer not to humilite the woman celebrated heroine of Osiris in such a manner if at all possible.

Only time would tell. Bernard remorsefully placed the electronic restraints upon the fallen heroine’s wrists. It was far better to play it safe until he knew just what he would be dealing with when she woke. Bernard took one last look for the one armed clone as he prepared to depart. He would have welcomed the companionship during the extraction but he wasn’t about to just wait around. There was still a long road ahead of him and he wanted to be well clear of the facility when Vega and Ortega emerged.

In his current condition Bernard thought it best to avoid as much conflict as possible. The large consumer horde he had witnessed at the main gate seemed like certain suicide. And then there were the hydra clones determined to prevent any egress. Perhaps it was best he didn’t follow in the path of his companions and exit route they entered. He would fly as far east as possible reserving enough energy for one last hurrah should it be needed.

He scooped Gloria into his arms and departed.

[FG Admin]

The future for Glory seemed very uncertain, but as Bernard carried her and flew towards the city she made soft groaning noises as if she were stuck in a never ending nightmare. There was still no sign of the clone, he did not exit from the rear, nor through the front. Whatever happened to the clone would probably never be known unless someone specifically went searching for him.

As the heroic duo landed- Bernard the new hero of the city, and Glory being the former, she stirred once more as if she were very uncomfortable to be in her own skin. Pain and Agony showed on her face as if her mind was in constant torment. The rage had consumed her...

The Hydra corp building was just up ahead, there were snipers on the rooftop and guards stationed around both the roof and the ground level. They were alert, but they didn't seem to be expecting any trouble, most of the action was happening at the District Zero gate and towards the south west near the police station.

[Bernard]

((SP 1-1 of 75 Exp 9/10))
HP:=120
KARMA:0
Focus skill 18/20
((ESP- Eulogy- Roll=95-10 +40=125))

FATIGUED!!
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The Hydra Corp building was just ahead. There were snipers on the rooftop and guards stationed around both the roof and the ground level. They were alert, but they didn't seem to be expecting any trouble. Most of the action was happening at the District Zero gate and towards the south west near the police station. Bernard couldn’t help but reflect upon the fate of his friends.

The odds were against them. Did they make it?

With the remainder of his psychic energy the weary Sensitive.mananged make a mental link with his female companion. Fear, trepidation and despair occupied her thoughts. Bernard realized this may well be their final communication. The thought tormented him.

” I’ve made it out. Barely.” Bernard commentated. ”I sense your group has not been as fortunate. I only wish I had enough left in me to come back for you myself.I love you Maio. I think I've known it for some time now. I WILL send help! Hopefully reinforcements will arrive in time. I myself am about to head into the mouth of the serpent. I fear that I may not emerge.”

”Should you make it, I know you will carry on the fight. You will not be alone. I have arranged for Vega to liberate Omega. Much the reason why I had you disable the video feed upon our egress. I would have told you sooner but I feared that you would think me mad and try to stop me. They will provide ample distraction in my absense while you continue operate.”

The connection failed.

Bernard set Glory at his feet momentarily and pulled out his phone.
The following message was sent to Ari.

~Cure distributed.~
~rescue bogged down at main gates.~
~Need assistance in extraction.~
~I have Glory~
~Bernie~

He hoped it would be enough to warrant her attention.


The Sensitive once again scooped Gloria into his arms replacing her mask for some semblance of anonymity. Her long red scarf flapped gently in the breeze as he journeyed. She stirred from time to time as if uncomfortable to be in her own skin. Pain and agony was etched upon her face as if her mind was in constant torment.

”Let’s see if we can get you some help.” Bernard commented as he pushed his way past the sentries and through the sliding doors of Hydra Corp Labs. He arrived in a large area filled with victims of the cities recent calamity and bustling with activity.

"A little help here please." He voiced within the chaos.

[FG Admin]

David made the adjustments to Keiko's suit as they had discussed, adding a few sensors to track her vital signs while she was out on the field so that they could figure out exactly how her powers worked. The suit would send a remote signal back to their base so that David would be able to see what was going on in real time.

The plan was set, they were to go into District Zero and attempt to end the threat inside the Riot-Zone and save the hostages before the situation escalated further. Brave Bird pulled the van up to the checkpoint of District Zero and came to a stop, Keiko sitting in the passenger seat.

"We should probably proceed by foot from here so that we don't attract as much attention. The police has their hands full, as long as we're discreet they shouldn't pay too much attention to us." She noted.

"We could probably repel along the wall and enter that way, unless of course you think you could pursued the guards stationed at the gate to just let us drive in?" She asked with dry sarcastic humor.

[Bernard]

"We could probably repel along the wall and enter that way, unless of course you think you could pursued the guards stationed at the gate to just let us drive in?" She asked with dry sarcastic humor.

“Apart from the fact some of us are fugitives, I don’t they will grant us any favors.” Keiko retorted pointing out the obvious. ”Repelling the wall seems the viable option. Kame on the other hand should be able to get past the check point without a problem. Her credibility is still valid. Although if they have a metal detector it could tip any Purists as to her augmented nature.”

”I’m sticking with you lot Kei. No use taking separate risks. We breach as a team. Just like we were trained.” Kameko instructed.

”Alright then, let’s do this.” Keiko replied grabbing the small duffle that was beside her. ”Once inside the wall we’ll make our way to the facility and get a feel for the situation.

Keiko led the team to the three woman team to the prescribed access location. As the moved closer to the wall Kame move to point stepping forward and bracing herself in a squatted position back against the wall with her hands interlocked in a cup-like fashion ready to receive its bounty.

In rapid succession, Keiko moved into position establishing her left foot into the provided cradle and jumped extending toward the crest of the wall aided by the catapulting motion provided by her sibling as she trust upward. With the assist the human projectile was able to extend to catch the lip of the wall with her outstretched arm. The cybernetic limb providing more than enough strength to easily pull herself onto the ledge where she swung around laying on her belly to extend a helping hand to the next link in the chain.

Following Keiko’s lead Abigail moved into position and was lifted into position catching the outstretch hands offered by her companion. With the second link of the chain in place it was time for Kameko to follow. Taking a few steps back for a running start she leapt skyward catching Abigale’s dangling feet. From here she used the female as a human rope to climb to meet Keiko atop the wall. The siblings then joined forces and raised the remaining member of the team to join them securing the first and most crucial position of the infiltration. The whole maneuver was pulled off in under a minute It was not yet apparent if their feat of agility and strength had drawn any unwanted attention.

"And that's how it's done." Keiko commented "let's keep it moving before we're spotted."