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[The camera comes on and there’s a beat of hesitation. Drift is not known for leadership skills. But he’s trying. Because Ultra Magnus’s chiding last time had stung. He hadn’t stepped up. He wouldn’t make that mistake again. He glances over at Wing, as though waiting a cue and receiving a minuscule nod.]

So, we have some new arrivals. Who arrived just like we did, apparently: in the Junk Pile, with no one to meet them and help them.

Their immediate need is for safety and food and lodging. They’re our responsibility. They’re ours, in many cases. We need to come together to help them.

[He steps back, looking a bit worriedly at Wing. For all Wing's weary appearance--pale optics, limp pinions and audial flares that look woefully crumpled--he still gives a reassuring smile and steps forward.]

We'd like to invite these new arrivals to Haven's Hub. Much of it is still being built, but there's a bar that's almost finished where you can find sustenance and a place to rest in safety until we figure out something better.

To find it from the Junk Pile, point yourself towards the light coming from the mountain to the south--that's Prima's Temple. You can find the Hub on the outskirts of the Junk Pile on your way there.

We're all refugees here so it's nothing fancy, but it's fuel, food and shelter if you want it.

[Wing smiles more brightly this time, returning to Drift's side.]

Know that you're welcome.

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Swerve, are you still interested in manning the bar for us? I could use your help if you're so inclined? Ah, ASAP if possible?

[He really looks like he needs a nap. And probably should not be pouring alcohol.]

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I am having Hot Rod develop a total list of new refugees for me. Those without the glyph. Names, primarily. Organizational purposes only.

I can offer basic repairs and checkups to anyone who needs 'em.

Edited 2012-11-02 20:49 (UTC)

So, what's the deal with these Firstforged not letting us into their fancy as hell temples?

Course I'm still interested! Why would I not be? Pretty much done with the thing I was doing before, so just lemme leave a note for Trion about Tailgate and I'll be down there ASAP.

You look terrible, by the way. When's the last time you went into recharge? [TACT]

We'll need you here. [A wry smile.] On the plus side, you'll be close to the alcohol?

What's in it for you?

You know me so well.

I see. Hot Rod? Is he one of the new arrivals?

Organizational purposes? We're definitely going to need somewhere to start in figuring this all out.

I didn't want to assume. I'd be grateful though if you would.

[A rueful chuckle.] Is it that bad? I got a few hours, um, this morning?

I'll also be there. [To make sure Vandal, you know, eats solid food and maybe sleeps every now and again.]

[Wing tilts his head.] Do I need to get something out of it?

If so, then satisfaction that I've done the right thing and helped those that needed it. Were I in your situation, it's how I'd want to be treated.

He's a Decepticon, Wing. It's...it's the way we think.

I don't know. [Drift frowns.]

But I stayed in the temple of a First Forged who wasn't mine and...it comes at a pretty high price.

[He squints] You're not in my situation--and I don't see a brand on you. Bot or Con?

Oh. [More to the 'He's a Decepticon' part, than rest of it. Though it's a good reminder.]

[And he doesn't miss the 'we' part Drift.]

I...admittedly didn't look that closely at his brand. Uh, steps in the right direction for faction free society right? [It has nothing to do with recharge deprivation, nothing at all.]

I did have this conversation with Whirl once though...

[The 'we' was a slip. Frag.]

I'm just saying, it's hard to let go of. To get used to that someone could do something altruistically.

Remember how long it took me? [A sort of wry smile.]

Not right now no, but that doesn't mean I might not be in need of help at a later date. But regardless, I still like helping people. It's a reward in and of itself.

[He smiles, knowingly.] Neither.

[the war historian spends a second staring, and then shakes his head]

Speak for yourself, deserter.

I'm the deserter who is trying to help you with a place to stay and food.

And how do I know it's not a trap?

You don't.

You also don't have to come.

So you do expect return. [actually sounds a little relieved that he's personally decided that's how this works] I like to have it out in the open. Not much comes for free.

...Conscientious objector?

Gathered that. I'm not leading my boys anywhere where you might spring Autobots on us.

That's your choice. The offer's still open.

Or if you have a better suggestion to get what you need?

[There will be slips as long as people refer to you as an 'Ex-Decepticon' instead of an 'Autobot', but most of all yourself.]

I imagine it is...but how else to address the question? [he really wants to know. Anything that help him get through to people better is good.]

I do. You were a stubborn one. Still are. [A return smile, with bit of fondness.]

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