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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[Perceptor's been trying to keep his head down, metaphorically speaking, since (re)arriving. He works best these days when he can sit back and observe for a while before making his move.]

[Unfortunately, he is still lacking a lab, and there's really only so much observation the scientist can make before even he gets bored. Those who know him best may note a certain air of restlessness about him as he cues up the link.]

[To everyone else, he looks the same as always - stoic with a faint echo of cross.]

What supplies are in the greatest need?

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Perceptor.

[The calmest of faces. You'd think he was probably about to discuss the weather.]

[Of course, anyone whose been with Prowl long enough knows better.]

It's been a while since we've last spoken.

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

Prowl.

[He's oh so happy to see you. Can you tell?]

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[Oh, but he's happy to see you, Perceptor. Even if it is hidden behind a perpetual poker face.]

If you need something to keep you occupied, there are better ways your intellect could be of value.

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Better?

[Perceptor quirks a brow ridge.]

Better for whom.

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All of the Haven.

[For what it's worth, his motive appears to be genuine]

There's still quite some work to be done to help mesh this place together into something resembling civilization.

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[Ah, just like how Kup's modifications were to benefit all of Cybertron, ultimately? Perceptor's expression is still calm and blank, but Prowl can probably read the meaning quite clearly: Pull the other one, Prowl.]

It seems to be going well enough as it is.

[Just because it may not be Prowl's ideal of "civilization", doesn't mean that it isn't a valid society.]

[But Perceptor is a scientist at heart, and sighs, waving one hand for Prowl to explain himself.]

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[He can sense the slight incredulity, but is hardly dissuaded.]

There is some progress, yes. I suspect in a few months time it will cease to resemble a half-abandoned outpost colony.

But the process is fragile, any number of things could go wrong if the right individuals decide to act.

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[Prowl was punched in the face by Springer and shrugged it off. Perceptor is hardly surprised that a hint of suspicion has no effect on him.]

Such as?

[Some mechs, Perceptor will converse with, but Prowl gets as few words as Perceptor can get away with sparing.]

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You have a bright mind, Perceptor. What do you think will happen once the leader of the DJD gets bored of shooting the local wildlife?

[No, really, he's surprised there hasn't been another phase sixer massacre already.]

Do I need to explain any further?

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[The DJD!?]

[Perceptor hates himself for slipping, for that moment of stunned weakness. But the DJD...]

[One of the very few things that Drift feared.]

[And their leader was here?]

What do you want from me?

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[fun_police]

[Good. The reaction was just what he was looking for.]

What do I want? I want you help me relieve the Haven of the DJD.

I want you to take out a Phase Sixer.

[Or make something that can do just that.]

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[Perceptor's optics narrow.]

I assume that you men in a manner that will be somewhat more permanent than the Firstforged generally allow.

[Yes, he knows how the Firstforged tend to bring anyone who has been killed back-- and then punish the killer.]

[But there are more ways to eliminate a threat than merely eliminating the mech. Prowl has even had Perceptor do somewhat similar wok before in the past. He has the feeling that Prowl is looking for just that solution again.]

It could be done.

[And if it will help keep Drift safe? It will be done. Drift... just won't need to know about it. Or Wing.]

[video - private] Ah, thanks for being patient ;;

[fun_police]

[Perceptor's assumption was exactly right. Simply killing Tarn was a temporary, heavy-handed solution. They needed to do something a little more creative.]

Good.

[Prowl looks pleased. That's not an expression that often graces his features.]

Do you have a lab to work in? The details can be discussed in person.

[video - private] no worries

[gunfondlingbattlestat]

Not yet.

[Perceptor doesn't like making Prowl happy. Call him petty, but making Prowl happy has always been bad news for Perceptor.]

Choose another location.

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[But he has such a pretty smile.]

I can meet you in Liege's temple.

[and ping! A set of coordinates for you.]

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[A sharkticon has a pretty smile, by that logic.]

En route.

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[fun_police]

Timely as ever.

[Was the greeting Perceptor would get when he arrived at the temple. Whether or not Prowl meant it in a sarcastic way was difficult to tell - even his compliments always held a sharp edge to them.]

[Nonetheless, he gestured for the Autobot to join him in something simple enough. A walk into the labyrinthine halls.]

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[gunfondlingbattlestat]

[Perceptor merely snorts. Spare him the pleasantries, Prowl; he knows that you don't really mean them.]

The point.

[As in "get to it." He does, however, fall into step with Prowl.]

[action] ... and I've set up a log! BD

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[He gives Perceptor a short nod, giving the interior of the hallway an observant glance before moving forward.]