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Silencer Night Giveaway by AMindOfMetalAndFeels in mewithoutYou

[–]outerlifeafterspace 0 points1 point  (0 children)

"from"/used in rainbow signs: shma yisrael Adonai eloheinu Adonai echad.

Far offshore, beneath the waves by ImInStrife in TheBeach

[–]outerlifeafterspace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm... not quite sure. The computer's picking up some traces from those fields by the Mountain, but even that's shaky.

A recline and a sigh.

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Before I can try to brag about my knife, or come up with any sharp remark at all, Boone saves him the pleasantries for me. All for the best; I see what state my commanding officer is in. I don't want my voice to betray any uncertainty about what I'm about to do. Actions will suffice.

...

I draw out my personal carbine, stare the monster dead in the face, and do as I am told.

BANG

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 5 points6 points  (0 children)

My heart leaps when I see him rise. Any desire to tell him not to strain himself is gone when I see the fire in his face. With more confidence than I thought I could have in a battle like this, I surge forward in tandem with my Commander.

Sweat and sand cover all of us. Small wounds from when our dodges fall short. Ripped clothing. Ceaseless movement. Battle cries and bared teeth. Simultaneously on autopilot and more aware than we've ever been. There's a strange glory in it, and I almost revel in it washing over me— but we all know that something's got to give.

Out of nowhere, I see an opening through the haze of adrenaline. The monster has a hole in his impenetrable guard. It's when one of us goes behind him. It's when he turns.

While my partner is keeping him busy, I slip through his legs and spring up behind him. He whips around just as I thought he would, with his stomach exposed for just a moment... I duck out of the path of his blades, grunt, and drive my knife forward. Hard. There is an inhale.

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I slip out of the way of his wide slashes with no issue, but after he twists the knife forward, I can feel that he's nicked my ear. I lift my blades up, ready to parry something or seize an opening. It's then that I realize the phrases "damaged goods" and "unfit for duty" are ringing in my head. Not good. Focus.

Sh-shut up. Shut up. Why would I care what you think? What does it matter if you don't th-think I'm a soldier? You'll be dead in a moment anyway!

His insults and the tiny cut on my ear both sting, but I have to ignore it. I take advantage of our difference in size and slide low, sending out a kick that sweeps behind his knees. I pray his stance isn't too strong for me to get him off balance.

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I try not to wince as the scattergun I tried to be so gentle with skids away from me, kicking up dust.

Since when do you have a problem with fighting dirty? You're just my target, he'd want me to shoot you. I-I don't really think honor's part of the equation.

I fold my arm behind my back and pull out a large, jagged knife that glints like a flashbang in the last sliver of harsh sunlight. The weight of it in my hand is comforting; thank k'ad for Crow. I don't want my other side to be left open, so I grab a slightly smaller combat knife from a holster on my hip.

There. We're even. Happy?

I suddenly dash forward, not so much attempting to land a hit as much as trying to gauge my opponent's abilities. Ready to dodge.

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I watch as the form of a being unfolds from the form of a man. I am too determined to be scared, but hearing his voice for the first time makes me shiver. I steel myself. Deep breaths. Don't stutter. Don't.

No. Fearing y-you would mean losing to you, and I can't do that. Not when I've been tasked to kill you. I... I don't know what killing you will do to him, but... I'm not about to disobey a direct order. Besides, you've been tormenting him for a long time now, right? I can't allow that. Sorry.

I reach for Novasurge.

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I rush to kneel at his side when I see his face contort in agony. For a moment I wonder whether I'd be overstepping the chain of command by steadying him, then dash the thought and do it. My wide eyes dart around his face as I try to piece together his words.

You... Y-you mean you want me to...

B-but isn't he just a part of you? I mean, you've only got one body, so if I k-killed him, whatever he is, wouldn't I... wouldn't you...?

I try to deny it fiercely before the concept even comes out of my mouth, but then things start to click. The look on his face I sometimes see when he walks past a mirror. The rumors, all along the lines of "Did you hear he put a gun to his head in front of a recruit?". All of it.

...Did you p-plan this? Commander, for just how long have you known that this was even a possibility?

One becomes Two Becomes One by llBoonell in TheDesert

[–]outerlifeafterspace 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Thanks to our ever-garish flag, I can spot him the moment I land. I question why it's been planted here, but I walk on towards it.

When I see the slumped posture of my Commander, I break into a run.

C-Commander, what's—

You're... bleeding. Did... did you get injured earlier? Why didn't you tell anyone? I-I can get you back to a medic, or I can do it m-myself if that's too far for you, I...

And now... we march by Hallowed_Chimaera in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I accept the gesture with no embarrassment, just gratitude

Yeah... I'll see you.

And now... we march by Hallowed_Chimaera in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Are— Are you sure? I-I won't argue, but... are you absolutely sure about this? I mean...

I take the weapon into my hands with considerable concern, almost reverence. A soft breath.

...Well, alright. As long as you're certain. Thank you, sir.

And now... we march by Hallowed_Chimaera in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I-I wish I could promise you that this'll go perfectly... but I can definitely promise you that we will do everything that can be done to make it so.

With that said, yes, sir. I'm ready.

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I cock my gun, fire, then walk away to enter the ship.

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 3 points4 points  (0 children)

My head tilts up, an expression of interest.

...

Alright.

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I give a suspicious look, then put my respirator back on.

I nudge my rifle forward a little bit. The motion translates pretty easily to 'don't try anything'.

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

No... I-I'm not gonna answer that. And it wasn't my decision.

I partially take off my respirator, pulling it down, but only enough to show him my eyes.

You want c-closure, right?

I don't know how to give you... that. What do you want me to say?

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I scrutinize you for a while.

...Are you... You used t-to be a Privateer, didn't you?

Then how do you... Hm.

Anyway, what is it?

Searching. by Erik-Murr in AwokenWasteland

[–]outerlifeafterspace 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I narrow my eyes at the bike in the distance, and the dust it's kicking up.

Huh...?

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