AUDIO;

[thehardway]

Due to Ratchet's disappearance, I have taken the time to go through the Link and take into account of the entries made. Due to the varying disappearances we have, it may be functional to keep track of who is here and who is missing. I humbly request the Firstforged's assistance with this task, as they have some ability to track this.

I simply wish to keep track of who is present and who we may lose. It seems... random, how this Calling affects us.

In relation to Ratchet's disappearance, do we have a medic who is willing to head his medbay?

Blurr, please report in.

And Fortress Maximus, you are late to report in to me! I do not approve nor do I appreciate your tardiness.

Comments

[mccrane]

I've given some thought to this previously, sir.

[Since Deckerd has disappeared.]

It might be useful to have a weekly check-in system.

[thehardway]

Ah, McCrane.

That would be a wise idea. These disappearances have been happening far too frequently.

[Voice] KEYWORDS APPROPRIATE

[warborn]

I still got five minutes!

[you know how sometimes you can /hear/ how drunk someone is?

yeah

someone's pretty slagging trashed]

[Voice]

[thehardway]

No. You are precisely five minutes late!

You sound positively intoxicated.

voice;

[percept]

One has to wonder where the missing are... Whether they still remain in this universe or whether the Lambda has transported them elsewhere.

voice;

[thehardway]

The Firstforged have implied that they still exist out in the Badlands, but not as who they once were. What that means, I'm not sure.

[youhavebeenswindled]

Well, you certainly know how to have fun, don't you?

I'd tell you to relax a little, but I think that word might hurt you.

[thehardway]

My methods of entertainment are not a discussable topic.

[Because he doesn't do anything recreational. Sob.]

Have you been... escorted to the jail cells yet, or might I have that honor?

[vandalization]

I can assist at the medbay, as I have been, but there's no way I'm experienced enough. I still need someone's supervision. What about First Aid? He was a doctor!

[thehardway]

Hm. Vandal.

Yes, I would agree with the supervision. [Still wary.] And I would be fine with that choice; the Ratchet I knew intended to train him to become the next Chief Medical Officer.

Unfortunately, First Aid has also failed to report to me.

[Voice]

[wheeljackofalltrades]

Hey there, sunshine~

I don't get a shout out?

That hurts.

[Voice]

[thehardway]

Wheeljack.

[That's what you get.]

[ audio ]

[lifepersists]

It seems there's been quite a few lately.

[ Hey there UM. Sup. First Aid feels pretty guilty about this whole Ratchet business. ]

Ultra Magnus, forgive me if I'm a bit out of line but-- Is all of Ratchet's work still there?

[ audio ]

[thehardway]

First Aid.

[Anyone who knows him well will hear him sound a fraction relieved to speak to the nurse.

Unfortunately, First Aid is not one of those people.]

Yes, everything seems to be in order, including all of his medical documentation as well as his training progress with Vandal. I did not read everything, out of some respect.

audio;

[sciencetank]

Really, Commander?

All the entries? That seems somewhat obsessive. Even I haven't found the need for that much data collection.

audio;

[thehardway]

It is not obsessive. It is efficient to keep myself informed.

[No, it's obsessive.]

[Audio]

[neverputincharge]

Wouldn't it be easier just to do a roll call?

[Audio]

[thehardway]

Easier, and infinitely lazier.

[video]

[glacius_passio]

While I agree a check-in system would be good for keeping track of everyone, I doubt we're organized enough here for that to truly work. That, and there are many who won't want someone keeping tabs on them all the time.

[video]

[thehardway]

As diligent as I would be, I am aware the system would be hardly perfect. It is... heavily flawed.

Wheeljack has made a preferred idea, if the system will function.

[audio]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

I'm not certain I could take charge of Ratchet's medbay, but I'm certainly always willing to offer my services. I'm aware there's another Ratchet here as well, though I'm not familiar with him, personally.

[locked]

I assume you've spoken to First Aid? While I'm not sure if he is yet ready to head an entire clinic, given the fact that the only two doctors beside him and myself seem rather reluctant to associate themselves with Ratchet, past or present. The choices are... slimming down. I am also a little concerned with his overall health - personal pursuits aside, I don't know if he's fully recovered from the page incident.

Yet, again, I'd suggest getting in contact with the second Ratchet here on Cybertron. [Ya can't miss him. He's like, neon yellow-green.] If he's anything like the Ratchet I knew, then he's more than competent and qualified.

[audio][locked]

[thehardway]

We have not spoken. I don't know how reliable this Ratchet is going to be.

Though you do provide a good point about First Aid considering his previous experience. It might be wise to have him be evaluated by Rung first, assuming that Rung isn't already extremely busy with just about everyone else here.

I will attempt to reach out to this Ratchet.

[sword_redemption]

Maybe we shouldn't worry so much about the symptoms, but go after the cause.

[You know what he's talking about, since you were obviously creeping on his comm channel.]

[thehardway]

Go on.

[video]

[whirlybird_of_prey]

[So, you saw Whirl's post and didn't ream him. Huh. Guess you're okay with his bit o' personal justice then. Maybe he was wrong about you. Then again, he heard you did sort of turn your back so the Wreckers could get it done at G-9.]

Ever think it's not random?

[Oh yes, Whirl has a Theory. But he's going to make you ask for it.]

[video]

[thehardway]

If I want a theory, I'll speak with a Perceptor.

[DENIED.]

[Video]

[organ_pharming]

[Ah~ Things just keep getting better and better without Ratchet around.]

I think you'll find me more than capable of taking on his former workload.

[Video]

[thehardway]

Yes. I saw that you had your hands replaced. How fortunate for you.

How did you go about losing them in the first place?

[He already knows, but he's curious what Pharma is going to say.]

voice

[ex_dishonestly997]

Do you ever take a day off? Ever?

Stupid question.

I'm still here, I know you're thrilled, partner.

voice

[thehardway]

I am permitted adequate time off. However, there is always something that requires my immediate attention; it's more efficient to keep up to date on work, where I am needed.

[In short, no.]

Utterly. And what have you been doing with your time, Starscream?

text - Blurr is still sad, so text

[raceme]

Sorry for being out of comm reach these last days. Y was looking for Ratchet around the badlands.

A system like the one Wheeljack suggested could be a good start.

AUDIO;

[thehardway]

It's fine, Blurr. ...Concerning Cheetor, we should speak. If briefly.

Yes. I already confirmed with him on that.

Video

[idle_time]

Medical services, always on duty!

[Video]

[winged_knight]

Thank you for taking the time to do this Ultra Magnus. My fear is that there are more missing than we realize. Is it unfounded?

[Well, the idea of Magnus reading through the entire link is a little daunting. Not that Wing doubts his public conduct...except during the pages event. There was little he could do about that however, and at least both sides of the story were present, transgressions and apologies.]

The seemingly random element of the disappearance is the most dismaying to me. It's hard to prevent or defend against something when we don't know why or how it happens.