first transmission - audio;

[redcosmedic]

Is there something cosmically relevant about Nevada that I'm unaware of?

Because the likelihood of it being a massive center of activity in my world, followed up by being displaced into a whole separate universe and yet still ending up in Nevada is astronomically unlikely - and yet here we are. I'm not sure even Shockwave could calculate those minuscule odds - though that's not to say he probably wouldn't try.

I must say, at least there are dry roads here to drive on. Better some annoying dust than snow and other muck that alternate imPort locales might be plagued with that would be harsher on my finish. Speaking of, I'm working on a communique for our "liasions". Here's my current draft:

"Dear Government Abductors,

While I appreciate the allotted ration of energon, given that I'd expire without it, I must also inform you that I am in need of a generous quantity of carnauba wax, black label 'T1' quality highly preferred. Please be advised that the consequence of refusing this request may also result in the unconscionable degradation of my physical well-being.

Very sincerely,
Knock Out"

How does it sound? Simple and to the point, I think.

Comments

audio;

[rebelhealer]

[Energon? He remembers Riptide mentioning that once.]

Sealing envelopes or making candles?

Re: audio;

[redcosmedic]

Wrong kind of wax, this is for buffing and polishing. Creates an absolutely lustrous finish, excellent water repellent. However, I will also accept lignite wax as a substitute.

[rebelhealer]

And you need it for... your well being?

[redcosmedic]

Without question! ... Do you think the letter doesn't convey that strongly enough? I might rewrite it again.

[rebelhealer]

I suppose? Wouldn't hurt to rewrite it.

[VIDEO]

[forgeabettertomorrow]

Energon...

Where have I heard that before?

audio;

[redcosmedic]

[ Knock Out's simply patched his internals into the communicator to make it easier for him to use, so his feed stays audio for the time being. ]

I'd be very interested in knowing.

Re: audio;

[forgeabettertomorrow]

I'm trying to remember where I heard it. Someone was talking about it...

It was like...food.

Damn, this is gonna drive me nuts.

Re: audio;

[redcosmedic]

So there's another Cybertronian here.

Remembering their name, if you could, would be incredibly helpful.

[ So he can figure out if they're friend or foe. ]

audio

[knaval]

Hello! I'm Riptide, the super cool guy you've already been told about. Wow, it's been a while since I last saw another Cybertronian...

[he had a whole thing prepared and everything! he instantly forgets it in the moment.]

Shockwave? Okay. Chief medical officer Knock Out, I'm assuming that makes you a Decepticon. I'm an Autobot! Look-- I was raised right, along with not really being interested in re-starting a war that's over, I was also taught that attacking medics in anything other than self-defense is kind of a dick move. So! How about I buy you that wax you want with all this organic human money I have and we'll start there?

[he's good at this. he should've been a diplomat.]

Re: audio

[redcosmedic]

[ There's a lot to unpack in all of this, moreso than Knock Out was expecting. Confirmed Autobot, check. Still no recognition from his name, but it had been a big and long war. Wait, war over? ]

You're definitely too perky not to be an Autobot, with a greeting like that.

[ Even though he gave it already, it's nice to have his actual title repeated back. Combined with Riptide's focus on his being a medic and that glorious offer to solve his wax problem, Knock Out is already solidly amiable, at least over distance and network. ]

What a gentlemech you are! So cordial, working on solving all the problems in one fell swoop. I'll take you up on the wax offer, certainly.

Re: audio

[knaval]

Really? You've obviously not met Misfire.

[who... is admittedly a decepticon riptide is only barely familiar with, but hey! they went through that primus bullshit together.]

Cool, I'll order a couple gallons of it later. Like I said, it's been a while and the last few Autobots and Decepticons that came through were, eh. Y'know. Bastards. You actually made a broadcast instead of immediately trying to kill people. Very chill of you.

Re: audio

[redcosmedic]

I haven't had the pleasure.

[ A couple gallons, Knock Out's spark flutters in anticipation. Riptide is either unaware of the cost of this stuff, or he's really looking to make a good impression. Either way, the medic shelves the idea of the communique for now. He's going to look absolutely fabulous, as he should. ]

There were other Autobots and Decepticons here? When and who?

voice

[queenofseers]

[ Some of these phrases sound familiar. Is this another Cybertronian? It's got to be, doesn't it. She's just hoping it's one that doesn't enjoy brainwashing. ]

What's this about Nevada being a center of...whatever the hell in your world?

Re: voice

[redcosmedic]

How the Pit would I know, it's not like there's anything there. Here. Rocks and dirt, that's it.

And Vegas, I suppose.

[ He doesn't gamble but if you don't think he's cruised the strip for attention more than once... ]

voice

[queenofseers]

Well, there's plenty of weird shit happening in this one. I assume you've seen the spider cultists, if that's where you're housing? I know you people see a lot of weird shit, but I'm not sure if you've seen that.

[ A short pause- ]

Assuming you're Cybertronian, which is what I'm thinking.

Re: voice

[redcosmedic]

The bingo players, you mean? Yes, they're positively terrifying. I can see why they've always been harshly shunned by their fellow citygoers.

You're correct on that part. It seems there's been more than one here before.

Voice

[viced]

Shit, at least you're polite about it.

But, uh, what... [ A beat. Energon means transformer, which means... ] mechanical reason do you have for it?

Re: Voice

[redcosmedic]

Shouldn't I be?

Do you question people who want soap, too? It's personal maintenance. Unless you've got a set of washracks or an oil bath facility around here, this is the next best thing.

Voice

[viced]

Well, there's a difference between a bar of Irish Spring and going to Lush, isn't there?

Re: Voice

[redcosmedic]

It's not my problem if you organics are willing to settle for the lowest denominator.

audio;

[ghoulking]

The only thing I would point out is that the government did not abduct you.

Re: audio;

[redcosmedic]

Who are you, their spokesperson?

Re: audio;

[ghoulking]

Not in the least, that would be the imPort Ambassadors.

Re: audio;

[redcosmedic]

[ He's still working through the information packets allocated upon arrival. Not from lack of speed to process them, but a definitely lack of interest. ]

Then you just wanted to correct the terminology?