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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

[Before, Ambulon's shoddy red-white paint job mostly consisted of scratches, patches, and a few grooves. Now, however, most of his true colors are showing through on his chest and down his right arm, splattered with chipping white. Been too busy, too stressed, not caring anymore - whatever you wish to believe, as it's probably a likely combination of all three. Nonetheless, he does look stressed, if not irritated, annoyed, and... a little scared.]

I'm not sure who I go to for this specific request, but I am in need of a weapon. I don't suppose we have any of those lying around? [He's too on edge to even smirk at his own weak joke.] I don't even think we have any rules on firearm possession on this Cybertron, so I like to believe I don't have to trudge through paperwork in order to get one. [The hesitation is an unspoken "I'll steal something if I must."]

I figure, however, that those who possess the means of attaining a weapon would be those affiliated with the local law enforcement.

I'd really prefer going about this the more "legal" way, instead of resorting to the black market - or the equivalent here - or speaking to the Firstforged. Considering the fact there are psychopaths still running rampant, I doubt they'd offer much in way of protection. [The word burns with embarrassment.]

[a beat]

Also, I highly recommend avoiding Tarn. And for the police officers - if you do attempt to apprehend him, you'd best do so in an organized pack with all the force you've got. [He's not gonna admit you'd probably fail, however, because that's not good mojo.]

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[Video]

[aerospacecommander]

Who is this Tarn anyway? Aside from attempting to be the Decepticons new poster boy.

[Video]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Tarn is part of the Decepticon Justice Division; their leader. They seek out, torture, and destroy Decepticon traitors. They are brutal, ruthless, sadistic lunatics devoted to the "Decepticon cause". Completely forgetting the war is over in my universe.

You can imagine where I stand with them.

[Video]

[aerospacecommander]

So "Grimlock" without the torture or Decepticon cause aspect.

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[sword_redemption]

[Sorry, Ambulon but....]

I'm not sure how a weapon you're unfamiliar with will help.

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

[WHINE DRIFT YOU'RE NOT HELPIIINNGG]

It's not as if I've never handled a weapon before. The basics and precautions should be enough, depending on the firearm. Your swords, however; no, I wouldn't make very good usage of those. Besides just flat out stabbing and using them like knives.

Besides, I'd rather have some form of protection than none at all.

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[sword_redemption]

Then do what you do well. There's more than one way of fighting back, Ambulon. If we could find a way to render his power harmless, it would help a lot of us, not just you.

[Drift is nervous. Not for himself, but for Wing.]

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[whirlybird_of_prey]

Give you a gun, after what you managed to do with a car?

[SNERK.]

Mech'd have to be crazy.

[...or Whirl.]

[video - WHIRRRRRL WHINE]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

If the circumstances had been different, I would have learned to operate the stupid thing. And I do regret, sometimes, not having kept it around.

Maybe then I could have useed it to run Tarn over, right? [his laughter is forced and MANGRY]

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[whirlybird_of_prey]

Why? So you could drop it on yourself again? [Or is this some kinky fetish?] Pfff. Cars are lame. [Air vehicles: where it's at.]

Better idea: blow his stupid aft up. Then you wouldn't have to worry about picking Tarn gunk out of your treads.

I hear grounders hate that.

[winged_knight]

[This is an astonishingly good question, one that Wing imagines is still hotly debated.]

I can't really speak to the gun request as I'm not terribly fond of them myself, but I can at least offer some self defense training if that would help bring you peace of mind?

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

I'd appreciate your help in any way. I'm afraid my skills at fighting, both offensive and defensive, are rather rusty.

[Video]

[wheeljackofalltrades]

Never thought I'd hear a medic want a weapon so badly.


Police force could provide ya, but...if ya need help, I'm no stranger to firearms.

[Video]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Believe you me, if there were any other way, I'd try and avoid them as much as possible.

However, given recent events, something to protect myself with sounds like a pretty damn good idea.

[he thinks a moment] I just might have to consult you, if things turn out for the worst.

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[angleofscience]

[This is locked mostly because Jetfire would prefer if this didn't become common knowledge... and yes, he's more careful about this than his past as a Decepticon or his... connection... with Starscream.]

Depending on what you want, I should be able to provide some sort of weapon... or weapons. I'm mostly limited due to the fact of lacking in parts, standard or easily custom made or not, but I have a small set-up.

[He shakes his helm.]

It might not be exceedingly quick, however.

[He gives Ambulon an even, evaluating stare. Not judging or even questioning, just... there.]

I'd appreciate it if you'd tell me what you need them for, however.

[If he's truthful or not, though...]

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Protection. [Again, he hates it admitting it, buuut...] For now.

You may have heard or seen Tarn on the link recently. He's... Well, let's not sugar coat it. He's a mass murderer who plans on taking out every Decepticon traitor on this planet. [Jetfire, don't tell him about your past, okeedokee?]

Until something can be done, I need a means of protecting myself. As it currently stands, I should be receiving some self-defense techniques to use.

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[sciencetank]

What sort of specifications are you looking for?

[As... he starts typing away at something off-camera. Apparently he's getting started whether he gets specs or not.]

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

I'm not all that familiar with handling weapons, so something basic should do. Even if it's not much, it's better than nothing at all.

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[raceme]

I don't recommend using a weapon you never used before. I will assign you more protection while we work on the Tarn issue.

Could you tell me all you know about him?

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Tarn is a member and leader of the Decepticon Justice Division - the DJD, for short. They hunt down and kill ex-Decepticons. Such as myself. They are known for their gruesome acts of torture and violence. Tarn is famous not only for his ability to manipulate a spark with his voice, but his theatrical dramatics.

[megaton]

[He's been hearing a great deal about this 'Tarn' issue, lately.]

I can see how becoming the Autobot would incite his ire.

However, since you are working with me, I'd prefer that he not kill you.

[Slow OR fast.]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

Yes, but if you're the Megatron before the war lost its footing, I doubt even you would approve of the violence and torture they inflict.

[pfft] I'd prefer not dying, too.

[Voice]

[nexicpolarity]

[dryly]

Vector did pass along what we'd need to feel comfortable helping you guys with the whole policing business.

[Voice]

[rstlsslegsyndrm]

[SHUT UP, NEXUS, NO ONE ASKED FOR YOUR OPINION]

That still doesn't change the fact I have a hard time trusting you and the others. I don't think you can exactly blame me for that, either.

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[lifepersists]

[ Ambulon, he is worried about you. ]

What can I do to help? You can borrow my gun, if you want... I'm not sure how effective it would be.

[ DJD is... well. He knows how DJD are. ]

I'm not really a combatant but I do know a thing or two about shooting. I can help protect you.

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[rstlsslegsyndrm]

[NAH HE'S FINE H-H-HE'S FINE.]

No. Keep your weapon on you, First Aid.

[he kind of smirks] I'll be fine. I could use your help, however, in finding a means to possibly disable or deflect Tarn's power core. I'm not sure how we could do this without raw data. But if possible, if we got our hands on this information, I could use your help in figuring out how to use it against him.

That, and if I don't survive, we need at least one reliable doctor here.