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So. Link.

I've been pretty quiet doing my civic duty for you all, and I have a pretty good idea of how this goes, but since I'm a people-person in service to you the people, I figured I should poll for your thoughts on this before I submit anything for approval.

If you could write up one law, any law, what would it be?

Mine would be "smartaft replies to this post get summarily executed", by the way, keep that in mind and don't waste my time, okay?

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Damn it I had a really good smartass reply too, Stars.

Okay, this is politician's favoritism, right here.

You can reply with one.

Awww gee. What a sweetheart.

So what is it?

If you're worried about humans getting equal treatment, I've thought about that.

Well, kinda actually.

What did you think about it?

I think you deserve representation, but it feels major level copout to advise you just adopt an Autobot to take care of that for you.

And you're such a minority here that token voting rights would be just that.

Yeah... I mean, I have plenty of Autobots to uh. "Look after me". And hey, even some Decepticons.

I don't feel particularly mistreated. Just wish there were more human-friendly facilities. More food. Clean water. You know. Shit like that.

I'm not being sarcastic here, I could really use some of that in list form, from most to least important.

Organic food, clean water, what else. Stepladders?

...I shouldn't ask, but. Waste disposal was something they were working on back home... Is that--[a thing. That happens.]

Uh, yeah. Food, water, clothing, soap, plumbing. Like a little human dwelling area that new people can stay in.

I'm not real good at this sorta thing. I'm just a "live an' let live" kind of dude. Uh, I'm gonna leave the law suggestin' stuff to others.

But if I had a pick, I'd make a law about making sure people got a chance to relax at least one hour a day!

I can think of a couple people who could really use mandated relaxing time.

Myself included.

...Think I could come by and see you for my hour?

Sure y'can, Stars. Maybe more, if you need the time.

It might help, to look at this later with fresh optics.

[like he needs an excuse to slack off and be around one of his best friends]

Where are you?

What a charming posting to discover first thing in the morning.

I suppose something to the general effect of outlawing murder, as that's always rather uncomfortable a thing, isn't it?

Great idea.

I'm guessing the punishment for it shouldn't be execution, though.

Mm, yes, I know. Tragically, rules and regulations aren't my area of specialty. Now, if you were asking opinions on the designing of...

[Hold up. You look really familiar.]

... Starscream?

[He's just not used to Perceptor being anything but a lithe sniper (and even then, he doesn't have much personal exposure), so he doesn't immediately put two and two together. Sure, he can obviously tell Autobot, and after squinting for a few seconds he can see--some familiar attributes, but...warily;]

Speaking. Who's asking?

[It's bizarre, how similar this Starscream looks to the one he knew. Of course, this one lacks that tacky crown, but still.]

... Perceptor.

And I can safely state you are the last individual I expected to see asking about law.

[oh, that name, and the light goes on. Or rather, dims a little in concern in both his optics. At least Perceptor's not one he's actively screwed over, he might have a chance at redeeming himself--

--unless an alternate version of himself has ruined it for himself. Frag, this is an ongoing problem.]

Well, surprise! [this said pretty jovially] So, the good news is, in my world your people won the war.

But the bad news - for you - I'm exonerated and representing the Decepticons. So law and I are like you and science. Mysterious and mutually passionate.

Strange. If what you say is true... [And his voice suggests he's not entirely sure if he wants to take Starscream at his word -- force of habit.] ... then despite striking physical similarities to Megatron's air commander, you and I do not share universal origins.

Fascinating.

Because, last I was aware, neither side was anything close to winning that wretched conflict. A full evacuation had been ordered.

... Passionate. I see.

Crummy thing to lie about, right? But I get why you'd think that. Me being dishonest seems to be a ...about the only universally consistent trait, but you know.

Habits break, sometimes. I'm being level completely when I tell you I don't want to get on your bad side.

If that's doable.

So it would appear. Though, given this place, given that we are of what seems to be entirely different origins... it would stand to reason you've little to gain... Yes, I have to concede the point.

Any particular reason why that would be? Purely out of curiosity.

[... asks the tank.]

I'll give you my best scientific analysis.

You're fragging huge.

[Given the look on his face, you'd think Starscream just suggested he was... pink. Or had a second head.]

I wouldn't go that far, I don't think. Plenty of Autobot frames are approximately this size.

[No, not really, Perceptor.]

So you got into the committed as well uhm? [Blurr sounds happy and proud of you.]Con-gra-tu-la-tions!

What? I thought you pulled the strings--...I mean, I thought you put in a good word for me.

Who me? IdontknowwhatareyoutalkingaboutStarscream The election was a fair one. [But maybe he talked to some people.]

Sure it was. [he smiles a little] You were one of the first ones to trust me, though.

I owe you for that.

I am an Autobot and you were one of the first Decepticons who trusted me as well.

You don't _really own me anything.

No smartaft comments? Awwww! An' I got a good one-a 'bout yer motherboard, too. [sad fais :( ]

[a long pause, genuinely surprised] ...Frenzy?

[And then he actually looks kind of pleased]

If it isn't my favorite pain in the tailfins. Where's your better half?

Somewhere dat ain't here. [grumble] But there seems ta be plenty of you around. [YOUR PLEASED LOOK CONCERNS HIM WHAT ARE YOU SCHEMING]

I'm irreplaceable, I promise. The one and only. Note the Cybertronian alt, too, might help you figure out which of us is the Decepticon representative.

He'll probably turn up sooner or later. How do you like our Soundwave?

So far, you've yet to make me wanna rip out my audiols. Quite a feat fer a Starscream.

Fraggin' dat Soundwave. I dunno if I wanna trust 'im or rip his weird vocalizer out.

The war ended. [a beat] Unless you just mean you don't appreciate the rich timbre of my voice, in which case, get dented.

You want my advice? Trust him. He might be a little softer around the edges than you're used to, but he'll stand up for you like yours would.

I wouldn't mind one enforcing the wearing of faction symbols.

[He holds up a hand] But I know better than to ask when I already know the response.

What's my response?

Oh, something like: "But Pharma, there is no war here!"

Possibly with added sass. Since its you, and all.

Hm.

I think on a perfect Cybertron, everybody'd have a right to know what they're getting into, but medics and shrinks are noncombatants, so even if we were in a war, I can't see forcing them to fly brands protecting anyone.

[Private]

Obviously you're still upset. Want to jaw at me about it?

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Non combatants still choose sides. [Taps his Autobot symbol.]

[Private]

I still have no reason to speak to you about it. You're not a friend or a trusted comrade and you're still very much a decepticon.

That's not untrue...

[Private]

I'm not going to hurt you, Pharma, I just want to know what happened.

Spoken like a true politician.

[Private]

You would have to earn my trust. And as long as you wear that purple badge, that is impossible.

[He was actually going to be a bit of a smart-aft - this is Starscream after all, when weren't they snarking at each other ~~except when they were legitimately arguing~~ but what the hell, he'll be serious . . . especially since this may one day come up.]

Think we'll ever need anything addressing air traffic control? Like the humans have back on Earth? I think I remember we had something like that too, way back when. At least in some parts.

Also, I think you owe me a flight. [Or was that the other Starscream. Frag, he just misses flying with his wingmates.]

Hm. You know, I could really look forward to a future where there are enough of us to warrant that.

Is that right.

Okay, you twisted my arm. Two orns good for you?

...me too.

Sure. Meet you at the Maxic Temple?

Do you actually trust 'the people' to know what they want?

You tell me, you're one of them, aren't you?

You're gonna get a weird mix of answers, don't you think? Considering the mixed backgrounds floating around here and all. People have different ideas of justice.

Me? I don't really need anything more complicated than 'an optic for an optic.' Let them sort out their problems amongst themselves.

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