BS Start — Rogue Trader Dialogue Archive

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StarWith the sparest of movements, Solomorne attracts your attention. "I will lead Delta-Xi squad along the lower deck, through the tight passageways, promethium pipework, and service areas where the enemy is most at home. We will take that difficult ground. Your squad — call sign Rho-Theta — will proceed along the upper deck. The objective is to reach the elevator. Rogue Trader, I request that you personally do not put yourself in the line of fire or take any unnecessary risks — we cannot afford to lose you. Once the deck sweep is complete, we'll rendezvous to regroup and launch the assault."

StarSolomorne puts two fingers to his ear, listening to his comm-bead. "Another Arbitrator squad has been hit hard. Find a way to open the door for us — there should be a cogitator or control panel nearby. But first, we will go down and get into position — we need to overwhelm the enemy with a surprise attack."

YOU"It seems your main formation is going to be A-48. I will plan my squad's tactics with this in mind to maximise our effectiveness during the advance. The Arbitrators' strength is in coordinated action — the enemy will fall under our joint onslaught."

Star"You may not be wearing the Arbites insignia any longer, but today, you are my brother/sister in arms. And not just mine — isn't that right, Arbitrators?" Solomorne's squad responds with a jubilant roar, and for a moment, you feel as though you are carrying the Marshal's mantle again.

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YOU[Address Solomorne's squad] "Arbitrators, I expect every heretic on this ship to come to know the implacability of justice. Today, the Emperor Himself heeds your verdicts — so go and deliver death unto the enemy!"

StarAt your words, the Arbitrators, whose presence was already formidable, begin to radiate danger. The Proctor strikes his chest with his fist. "A speech from a seasoned Commissar is exactly what we needed. By the Lex, we will not fail you!"

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."

Star"No, we will focus all their fire on us. Splitting up grants us tactical advantages — I know this based on dozens of successful assaults."

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

StarClenching his jaw, his face impenetrable, Solomorne says, "If you encounter especially stubborn resistance, summon me. I will come to your aid."

YOU[Smile even more widely] "Your professionalism is terribly charming."

StarSolomorne stares at you in silence for a long time, then mutters, "Charming, indeed. I've been called many things, but that is a first."

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

Star"I will not send a Rogue Trader into danger — not even if he/she requests it. Your survival is a priority."

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."

Star"If you get into trouble, call us immediately." Solomorne taps his finger on his vox. Turning to his squad, he sucks in a lungful of air and roars, "Delta-Xi squad — formation A-48! Go, go, go!"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I am not accustomed to receiving such attentions from brave Arbites warriors. It is quite a pleasure."

Star"I'm not—" Solomorne sighs and rubs the bridge of his nose wearily. "It is my honour to serve the Emperor's anointed."

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"You do not know me well enough yet. It remains to be seen who will need saving, trust me."

Star"I don't doubt your skills in combat." The corner of Solomorne's lips lifts ever so slightly in a quizzical, not-quite-smile.

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Will do."

StarSolomorne nods, relief written in his gaze.

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above

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YOU"Why not go all together? We can overwhelm them with our numbers."continues where this line first appears above

YOU[Smile] "It is very gallant of you to take the fire upon yourself to spare me."

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YOU"I don't want you to die, Solomorne, so be careful. Don't risk your life on my account."

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YOU"It sounds like it's more dangerous to go below. Why don't we switch?"

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YOU"Let's move out."continues where this line first appears above