On Borrowed Wings

[Dusk]

recording...
location: invergordon salvage yards, inverness system
current date: 12.06.835
local time: 07:58
detected entities: locksmith

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For several seconds, the recording only featured concentrated tapping on the keys, while a static image of some fighter froze in the frame.

“Entry thirteen.”

Locksmith's voice sounded distant, almost emotionless.

“Won't be talking much about myself in this one. It's hard to focus on everything I'm feeling right now. The day with Thallia was nice, but... Of all the days, this was the one that the fight that nearly cost Bellamy their life happened. I knew they were in a fight, but I thought they could handle it. They always did. But not this time."

"And I wasn't fast enough to help when I got the distress call.”

There are a few seconds of complete silence. After which Locksmith exhales heavily before continuing.

"... I wasn't there when my friend needed me. I walked away abruptly from a woman who offered to help me. I know they'll understand and won't blame me. But I don't share their sentiment."

A couple more seconds of silence.

"Anyway, that's enough. Now... About the project. A few days ago, we encountered LSF forces approaching Valravn. The intruders were driven off, but I noticed fighters among them that did not resemble standard Liberty craft. One such example can be seen in the image. With a frame capable of mounting a variety of weapons, the fighter retained exceptional maneuverability and durability. This... Intrigued me. Although I had no idea what this technology was, the gaps in my knowledge were quickly filled by Keeper Revenant and Exarch West. Order's design. "Bastet". Never having seen one before, I have no idea how easy it would be to replicate this feat of engineering... However, I am determined to do so. This will be my... Magnum opus."

The image of the Order fighter zooms in slightly.

"My will embodied in steel."

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end of recording