Zi-Ra TallarThe procession of Tech-Priests and augmented officers stops a dozen paces away from your throne. A female Tech-Priest, whose robe bears marks of high distinction, steps forward, and you recognise her instantly as the ship's Drivesmaster. Her vox-distorted voice rattles solemnly throughout the deck.
Zi-Ra Tallar"May the Omnissiah bless the Lord Captain for this sanctioned audience! This tech-procession has come reciting the canticles of gratitude. Let us sing of the Lord Captain's concern for those who have forsaken their flesh in the service of the machine spirit! The voices of metal will sing the praises of your piety throughout the decks of the ship. Give us leave to switch to the sacred Techna-Lingua, which will convey our admiration more accurately than limited words." Binharic trills ring out across the deck, melding with the hum of the cogitators.
YOU"Pasqal, what is this prayer about?"
Pasqal"It is a ceremony of gratitude for a layperson who, by chance or insight, has aided in purging the frailties of the flesh."
YOU"Pasqal, what is this prayer about?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vigdis, can you translate this... speech... for me?"
Vox Master Vigdis"The esteemed Tech-Priests are performing a ceremony of supreme praise for the layperson who divined the path of the machine spirit. The wearers of augmentations are grateful to you for your rational decisions regarding the use of iron flesh. They... have even embedded your name in their Techna-Lingua. To my knowledge, the crimson priesthood rarely bestows such an honour on anyone."
Vox Master Vigdis"I would like to note that I share their sentiments. Thank you for your diligent attention to augment maintenance for the senior officers and my family personally. Machines replace our flesh in the name of our service to the dynasty, and your regard for us is of incomparable value."
YOU"Pasqal, what is this prayer about?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vigdis, can you translate this... speech... for me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to thank the medicae officers in the Sector Bionica, not me."
Zi-Ra Tallar"As an engine generates motion in sacred mechanical nodes, so your instructions guide the servants of the Sector Bionica. The medicae officers share our gratitude. Know that if frail flesh should betray you, the iron shoulder of the ship's Tech-Priests will be here for you to lean on."
NPCThe members of the procession bow to you, sending heady fumes of machine unguents wafting in your direction. From above, they resemble a rippling lake of metallic limbs and mechadendrites. At the very tail of the procession, you notice the familiar figures of the medicae officers.
YOU(no text)
Genetor FerrenzThe Genetor protrudes slightly forward. The multitude of visors hidden beneath the hood move asynchronously and distractedly. His voice carries a tinny twang, the edge of the vox built into the Tech-Priest's body was melted by a recent wound.
Genetor Ferrenz"The Sector Bionica is fully operational once more and under my oversight. Augmetics are being installed in strict accordance with status protocols, allowing for unprecedented efficiency amongst the senior officers. The Omnissiah blesses us."
YOU(no text)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vivisector Martinax! How are things in the Sector Bionica?"
Vivisector Martinax"Excellent, Lord Captain!" The man looks up, and you see the gold-plated implant replacing the ear that was shot off.
Vivisector Martinax"I have taken over management of the sector, but I endeavour to adhere to the wisdom bestowed upon us by the Adeptus Mechanicus. Sacred augmentations are being installed in strict compliance with patient status and efficiency." Martinax shudders and adds quietly, "I rather sound like Genetor Ferrenz, don't I?"
YOU(no text)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vivisector Martinax! How are things in the Sector Bionica?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Vivisector Martinax?"
Genetor Ferrenz"The vital functions of the Martinax life form have been restored with a high-grade sacred neural implant. Thanks to your timely directives, the necessary equipment was found in a Sector Bionca repository. The Martinax life form also wishes to thank you."
Vivisector MartinaxThe figure beside you is barely recognisable as the former Vivisector — ghost-like, pale, and almost completely swathed in bandages. He sways on his feet, but dutifully bows his head to you.
Genetor Ferrenz"The life form has not yet regained full functionality. You will be able to communicate with him later in the Sector Bionica." Ferrenz steps to the side, deftly supporting Martinax, who is at risk of toppling over.
YOU(no text)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vivisector Martinax! How are things in the Sector Bionica?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Vivisector Martinax?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Genetor Ferrenz?"
Vivisector Martinax"It was one of the most complex procedures I have ever performed! We replaced the majority of his head augments, but it was only thanks to the knowledge of the crimson priesthood that a neural implant capable of replacing the damaged parts of the brain was found in the repositories of the Sector Bionica. They had been keeping it in storage all this time, withholding it from the laity — and for good reason, as it turns out. Isn't that right, Ferrenz?"
Genetor FerrenzThe ungainly figure next to the Vivisector is scarcely recognisable as Genetor Ferrenz. Swaddled in bandages and a patchwork of purity seals, he looks unexpectedly frail for a flesh-renouncing Tech-Priest. Swaying and creaking somewhere inside, the Genetor offers you a bow.
NPC(sequence)
Genetor Ferrenz"The Lord Captain's special attention to the sacred distribution of blessed augmentation technologies has been registered. This has been preserved for you as a result of judicious installation decisions." A sleek-looking implant appears from beneath the Genetor's crimson robe. "The Lord Captain life form's status will allow this technology to serve you with maximum efficiency."
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Vivisector Martinax"He requires a few more healing procedures... but he will be fully recovered in no time at all! You can speak to him later in the Sector Bionica." Martinax maintains a gentle grip on his colleague's shoulder, as if fearing he will collapse.
YOU(no text)continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vivisector Martinax! How are things in the Sector Bionica?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Vivisector Martinax?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Genetor Ferrenz?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Gratitude accepted. You are dismissed."
Zi-Ra Tallar"May the Omnissiah guide us along the path of true function." The Drivesmaster turns around and issues a short binharic command.
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YOU"Gratitude accepted. You are dismissed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Genetor Ferrenz?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Gratitude accepted. You are dismissed."continues where this line first appears above
Vivisector Martinax"Just excellent, Lord Captain!" The medicae officer looks tired, but immensely pleased. You notice the newly added insignia on his uniform.
Vivisector Martinax"I have taken over management of the sector, but I endeavour to adhere to the wisdom bestowed upon us by the Adeptus Mechanicus. Sacred augmentations are being installed in strict compliance with patient status and efficiency." Martinax shudders and adds quietly, "I rather sound like Genetor Ferrenz, don't I?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Vivisector Martinax?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Genetor Ferrenz?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Gratitude accepted. You are dismissed."continues where this line first appears above
Genetor FerrenzThe Genetor steps slightly forward. The multitude of visors hidden beneath his hood move almost silently, surveying the deck and you at the same time.
Genetor Ferrenz"The Sector Bionica is fully operational once more and under my oversight. Augmetics are being installed in strict accordance with status protocols, allowing for unprecedented efficiency amongst the senior officers. The Omnissiah blesses us."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vivisector Martinax! How are things in the Sector Bionica?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Vivisector Martinax?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"What's the status of Genetor Ferrenz?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Gratitude accepted. You are dismissed."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Consider this my thanks to you for your honest service."
Zi-Ra Tallar"As an engine generates motion in sacred mechanical nodes, so your instructions guide the servants of the Sector Bionica. The medicae officers share our gratitude. Know that if frail flesh should betray you, the iron shoulder of the ship's Tech-Priests will be here for you to lean on."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose I deserved that."
Zi-Ra Tallar"As an engine generates motion in sacred mechanical nodes, so your instructions guide the servants of the Sector Bionica. The medicae officers share our gratitude. Know that if frail flesh should betray you, the iron shoulder of the ship's Tech-Priests will be here for you to lean on."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have more pressing matters to attend to. Get everyone off my bridge and back to their direct duties."
Zi-Ra Tallar"May the Omnissiah guide us along the path of true function." The Drivesmaster turns around and issues a short binharic command.
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YOU"You ought to thank the medicae officers in the Sector Bionica, not me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Consider this my thanks to you for your honest service."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose I deserved that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have more pressing matters to attend to. Get everyone off my bridge and back to their direct duties."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Vigdis, can you translate this... speech... for me?"continues where this line first appears above
YOU"You ought to thank the medicae officers in the Sector Bionica, not me."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"Consider this my thanks to you for your honest service."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I suppose I deserved that."continues where this line first appears above
YOU"I have more pressing matters to attend to. Get everyone off my bridge and back to their direct duties."continues where this line first appears above