Pripyat - Ship Log

[Chronicron]

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>time=0914.11.02.835.
>logtype=audio
>source=co_quarters
>source=CO_Korbut
>source=nemezida

CO: Alright. Still, I appreciate you telling me. I mean, it won't affect my view of the ship that I'm in charge of, but it's good to be aware of any rabbit holes. Anyway. Why don't you tell me what you're really after, Comrade Overseer?

N: It is directly tied to the camera shots that you've provided me with. Namely, the presence of two certainly human ships on the battlefield, fighting for the Nomads. And from the looks of them, they were outfitted with something hybrid. I am not surprised at the presence of a Kusari Battleship amidst their ranks, but a Gallic one? Now that is a curious subject...

CO: We didn't really get to see those things up close, let alone scan them. We both know how that would've ended. Still, they were a real sight to behold... Especially that Valor. Both fascinating and frightening.

N: Mhm. But, what that further proves, is that the hybrid technology of such a scale is possible.

CO: Ah, I can see where you're going with this. Word of advice? Forget it. They might have been able to create something like that, but you? A project of such a scale would be too expensive and too risky. Not to mention that we simply do not possess the technological prowess of the Nomads. You may see an opportunity in what the Expeditionary Corps attempted to do, and you may want to retread that path - with additional precautions - in hopes of reaching the El Dorado of technological progress, but I don't. And you won't find anyone amongst my crew who will agree to this. I doubt that the higher echelons will be fond of your idea, either.

N: Think carefully, Comrade Commodore. We are talking about a leap in technology that will elevate all of Coalition above the rest of mankind. Things will return to how they always have been. We are but a fraction of the true Coalition's glory, and I believe that harnessing the ways of hybrid technology is our way out of this pit. Think of what they will say about us - those who not only opposed the alien menace, but also conquered it, converted it to their ways, the shining beacon of mankind's technological advancement!

CO: My answer is "no". And it will remain so even if you find someone to replace me with.

N: Comrade Commodore, although the thought of finding a more obedient hound does indeed sound tempting, I need a person with their own head on their shoulders. I need an open-minded individual who considers all possible consequences, and you are that individual. Yet I do insist that we see this through. I am fully aware of the risks and I am ready to take them. The results could be exceptionally worth the investment. Surely you can see it for yourself.

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N: Think about what I said. [metallic surface friction - chair; shuffle] And when you're willing to commit to the idea, I will be waiting for you at Point ZI-6.

sndlog: [CO Quarters Door Open]

CO: Vostok? I take it it's also been a part of your project?

N: From its very incantation. Be seeing you soon, Yelena.

sndlog: [Steps, High Heels]
sndlog: [CO Quarters Door Close]

CO: [exhausted exhale] Why did I ever sign up to this?... She probably has her strings attached to every crew member, as well. And if I keep saying "no", I'll become a public enemy. Yeah, she made it clear as day that I'm replaceable... Can't veer out of it, either. I already know too much, and if I try to abstain from it... No, she won't let me. Not alive. [sigh] I really have no choice here...

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