[Video][Broadcasting in front of the Police HQ, Prima's quadrant]

[mccrane]

[The video begins with an image of the just-finished Police Headquarters. It's a reasonably steady picture, though the jostling indicates that the user is holding his communications badge like a camera to get the shot.]



This is McCrane.

I have completed construction on the Police Headquarters, with the secondary station in Megatronus Prime's quadrant nearly complete as well. A complete walk-through of the facilities is available for authorized individuals below:

[The camera flips up to show McCrane's face, a look of intense concentration cemented there as he attempts a few encryptions before the feed cuts out.]


[Locked to the Police Force and the Police Committee, Prima, and Vector Prime.]

[The feed resumes as McCrane tours the police station, showing everything as it is described here, talking about the purpose of each room as he goes to make sure everyone is on the same page. He spends particular time with the jail cells for the benefit of the Firstforged, explaining how they work. He's even gone so far as to have Whirl inside the cell playing the part of the virtual 'prisoner,' going over how occupants will be fed and how they'll be detained while the helicopter makes lewd gestures in the background. That doesn't seem to phase McCrane one bit, however, as he opens Whirl's cell door in the middle of some pelvic thrusting and moves on into the main office.]

Are there any preferences for which desk goes to whom?

[It's the only question he asks before panning past Whirl writing something on the whiteboard, and moving on into the last room of the HQ.]


[McCrane makes the broadcast public once more, showing the wide expanse of individual cells (in both human and giant-robot size) that constitute the firing range.]

This part, finally, is accessible to the public. Given the nature of the previous attacks, I feel it is important for civilians to have a means of protecting themselves, and also feel that it is important for them to understand the right procedures for doing so.

[In the background, one can see Whirl giving a shooting 'demonstration,' which would be significantly more demonstrative if he weren't just pointing his fingers at the targets and shouting 'boom,' boom.']

If anyone wishes to join me for these lessons, I'll be here daily from noon until two.

Cybertronian time.

[He thinks that's right.]

On another note, is there anyone available who is proficient at video games?

Comments

[video]

[whirlybird_of_prey]

Would have been better if you'd let me have a real gun.

[Harrumph.]

[video][action]

[mccrane]

You don't have one?

[McCrane looks up.]

I'm in the room with you, you don't have to respond to my post.

[video][action]

[whirlybird_of_prey]

Well I've always got these. [Hello, chest-of-guns.] But, you know. Just trying to keep it authentic.

[Oh that. What have we told you about Whirl and logic?]

More fun this way.

AUDIO;

[engrishdetective]

[SLOW. ASS. CLAPPING.

Someone may or may not be drunk.]

Wonderful, excellent! It was beautiful and I cried.

[video]

[mccrane]

It's the first law establishment on this planet, I wanted to make sure it was well documented. [And he needed something to do to keep his mind off...everything.]

You sound strange.

[Because he doesn't know what a drunk robot is yet.]

Is your video broken?

AUDIO;

[engrishdetective]

It was the best freakin' movie I've ever seen. Woo.

Your face sounds strange...

[He grumbles something before he pauses to drink.]

No. I just don't wanna.

audio;

[thxforthememories]

...


That's it?

[video]

[mccrane]

[He'll never cease mistaking that voice. Especially without video.]

...

Did I miss something?

[video//locked]

[cpt_timeruiner]

That is. A really nice-looking facility. I like it. And as long as there's a human-sized desk available, I'll be happy.

I'm Renko, by the way.

[video//locked]

[mccrane]

[You have made his day, sir.]

Thank you.

The original facility wasn't built to allow for humans, but given the circumstances that seemed prejudice.

Do you have a firearm?

audio

[experimentality]

[ Guess who has no thumbs and is going to jam himself into this post.

This guy. ]

How wonderful to see you all becoming more organized!

audio

[mccrane]

[When he was filled in on your description, someone really should have included an audio clip.]

It's been a significant effort, but we're trying. There are enough natural causes for harm on Cybertron that it would be good to prevent unnatural ones.

Have you considered applying?

[video]

[whirlybird_of_prey]

You.

[Have an optic.]

[raceme]

I have no preference when it comes to the desk I’M fine with anything ^{It’s so nice} to see the building all finished you did a great job.


…what did _{Whirl write} on that whiteboard?

[mccrane]

I appreciate that, Blurr.

I've also been drafting a schedule of headquarter's duty and patrols that I'd like for you to go over. We should consider a ranking system as well. [Since Ultra Magnus's post really confused him.]

...

[Wait. Whirl...wrote on the board?]

...

[Give him a moment while he reviews his footage.]

I don't know. Let me go check. [And retraces his steps.]

[Video]

[notyourblueangel]

And what exactly constitutes a "civilian"? As opposed to what?

[Because he hardly considers himself a "civilian", at least in terms of being versus military - he's a soldier, a military mech. Always has been.]

[He's also not sure he likes the whole idea of this little "legal club" you guys have going here. But then, he's a Decepticon. He's been inundated with "be strong enough to take care of your own damned self or else" for eons.]

[Video]

[mccrane]

As far as I know, the Law Committee was voted on to determine a set of laws that will be upheld on this Cybertron. The Police serve as enforcement of those laws, and additionally as an emergency response team and early protection against external threats.

[He says it like he's reading off of a rulebook--which, essentially, he is.]

I'm using the term 'civilian' loosely, however. Given the nature of this world, it seems we all need to be able to defend ourselves. The Police simply give an option to those who can't.

[winged_knight]

Bravo McCrane. Granted I...got a preview of the place earlier, but it's nice to see it with clear eyes. You've all done an amazing job.

[mccrane]

It has been good to have something to focus on, these days.

[He knows you understand. Working can take his mind off of other things he'd rather not think about.] I got the memo, also--you're part of the Law Committee now?

[Video/Private]

[primianpolarity]

You've done very well.

[Video/Private]

[mccrane]

[No matter how much he thinks he is prepared for it, a message from the Firstforged is always a little daunting.]

...!

[Nevertheless, he snaps off a salute.]

It's important we find a way to protect the populace and maintain order, whether that be permanent or temporary.

This is just one more step, and I...appreciate...that you've allowed us to continue. [Considering they're on your land, and all. Sorry about Gunmax, too, since he doesn't seem to like any of you.]

/ACTIONSPAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAM

[warborn]

[it's not a lesson he's here for, but. McCrane /did/ offer supplies. and it's not like it's a far trip for him.

but he's...going to take a moment and appreciate the building for itself, though. he may not have been police, per se, but...it's giving him a few memories that are far from unwelcome.

this must be what 'nostalgia' feels like.]

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[mccrane]

[It's been a bit, and Whirl has vanished off to do...whatever it is that Whirl does. For the time being, this has left McCrane alone with the police station--an occupation he is getting used to.

When Fort Max arrives, he's waiting at the front garage door.]

I haven't gotten a chance to leave the...ah...what do they call it? The Haven, yet.

You'll have to tell me about it when you return.

[video] better late then never right?

[drillsandballs]

McCrane, can I still sit by you? I'm not too worried about having exactly my old desk for a spot, but I'd like to be near you if that's alright.

[video]

[mccrane]

I did try to build one desk with extra space inside.

[You know. For soccer balls.]

It happens to be very close to mine.