Project: Lachesis

[Dusk]

recording...
location: valravn citadel, inverness system
current date: 25.08.835
local time: 10:24
detected entities: locksmith, lachesis

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Project Update IV

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The dimly lit small hangar was deserted, save for Locksmith himself. A man in a suit that completely concealed his appearance stood motionless, staring at the ship before him. A Bottlenose-class gunship, most commonly used by bounty hunters, was clearly not what he expected to see in his workplace... Although, of course, putting two and two together as to how it could have appeared here wasn't difficult. After all, the Technocracy had ample Guild technology, and acquiring it wasn't too difficult, provided one had the resources and some level of authorization.

"... Lachesis. I don't recall giving you the command to search for a new hull."

"You gave me autonomy to find solutions to optimize my performance, Creator. I simply followed the process."

Locksmith sighed and rubbed the visor of his helmet. While this in itself wasn't unusual, the AI's tendency to indulge itself more and more... was disturbing. And yet... He couldn't deny the results were impressive.

Climbing the ramp that descended onto the ship, Locksmith noted how meticulous the AI ​​(or whoever was working on the ship at its behest) had been in its repairs. The gunboat, at first glance, appeared almost new. Connecting to the ship's controls from his helmet, Locksmith examined the ship's internal systems... and found them in just as excellent condition. The Bottlenose seemed freshly assembled, though a couple of components quickly revealed its combat history.

"Well... This will come in handy. A gunboat of this class offers excellent maneuverability. However, I want to install additional armor. Consider that a command, Lachesis. And... Next time, notify me of new hulls in advance."

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