Cyberformed Inbox

[legalcy]

"You have reached the personal frequency of Ultra Magnus. I am unable to answer your call either due to a scheduled priority or an emergency. If the issue requires my immediate attention, begin your message by stating "Emergency" and the level of threat or writing that information in the subject header. Please leave your name, time and date of contact, message, and location. I will respond at the nearest opportunity."

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[debonairsharpshooter]

Ultra Magnus:

Have you ever considered that sometimes in order to fall into recharge, you have to pretend to be in recharge?

Regards,

Misfire
Volunteer Member of the Safety Committee

[legalcy]

Misfire:

No, I have not considered such. However, the use of "pretend" implies that I am trying to fool others or myself into thinking that I am in recharge, when I am doing no such deception. I am simply resting, and that rest can become recharge depending on the state of my relaxation or levels of energy.

Ultra Magnus
Head of Security and Safety

P.S. I did not hear that you were a volunteer at the Safety office. Did you alert Longarm Prime about this?

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[daintylegs]

Hey Magnus.

I wanna kill Tarn. Can I do that?

[legalcy]

[There's a long silence.]

What will that accomplish?

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[stitcharchivist]

Ultra Magnus, I have a confession to make:

It was I who ended up starting the fight above the library.

I am sorry.

[legalcy]

[He wishes he couldn't believe this. But based on what he’s heard so far, there’s the missing piece about how the first Megatron accidentally flew through the ceiling.]

Do you plan to apologize to those who were injured in the subsequent fight?

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[cybercatastrophe]

Hey Magnus.

The smaller Megatron told me he had a processor glitch, transformed, and lost control of his navigation, involuntarily tanked his way through the ceiling and ended up in Antlers' quarters. When I reviewed the security video feed, that's exactly what I saw happen. 4 startled him and tried to get into his armour.

I believe he's got processor damage as a result of having his Matrix of Leadership forcibly torn out of his chest by Lord No-Nose Sharkatron. 4 needs to know that trying to get into somebody's armour is not a good strategy.

Megatron built that library with his own hands for his lover as what we'd call an Act of Profference or even Devotion, and he was angry with me for making a mess in there earlier, until I explained that I'd had to defend myself. I don't think he would casually destroy the place.

I'm attaching the security video feed that I reviewed. Why didn't we review the security video feeds first?

Sincerely,
Ravage

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[brainmaster]

To: Security Office
From: Star Saber (UN: StarSaber11)
Subject: Vehicle theft

I was informed this is the contact for the Security team. My V-Star, a vehicular attachment that I wear, might have been stolen. Please help me recover it.

Thank you for your aid,
Star Saber

[legalcy]

Star Saber:

Thank you for your concern. I have apprehended the thief, 4, and the vehicle has been procured and turned off. There have been some minor damages to the paint job during 4's escape attempt, but I could recommend seeking Mikaela for mechanical repairs.

4 is currently in custody.

Ultra Magnus
Head of Security and Safety

[stitcharchivist]

Why am I in the cells too?
I like being on your desk better.

:(

[legalcy]

You are with the other criminals. That is where everyone is staying until they are ready to behave.

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[fastandcurious]

[ Sometime after this. ]

Just to let you know, Riptide was with me all day.

Text

[legalcy]

That is odd. He confessed to being the sole perpetrator when I confronted him.

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[piorun]

[ What a surprise, Hot Shot is on a video feed. ]

Hey, Minimus. Since I've been good all week and done nothing wrong yet. Wanna hang? I got your back if you're in minimode! But I don't mind if you wear the Magnus suit!

[ He seems excited and then he pulls up a doodle book full of what looks like blueprints and other notes. A good sign since the Etz mission, he's still got a few pain patches all over his face but all in all he's still in high spirits. ]

We can talk about my security drones and do karaoke!

[legalcy]

[He could mention that the Magnus suit is under repair, but that would sound like an excuse for being in this form.]

Have you? I suppose I have time this evening to "hang out" as you put it. [One cannot be certain that there was absolutely no misbehaving, but perhaps Hot Shot is bettering himself.] Is anyone else joining us?

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[areaman]

Magnus. It has been a while since we last conversed. After we shared a... harrowing experience together. Are you still functional?

[weird question. megatron isn't good at making friends, least of all autobot ones.]

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[legalcy]

I function. Thank you for your concern. After a shared stressful experience, perhaps it is imperative that we ensure the two of us are well.

[It's fine, Minimus is also weird at making friends.]

voice; $notanenforcer

[justicemadeblind]

Minimus? It's Prowl. I've finished going over the core text of the rulebook you gave me, and I've added my own comments.

[ Ping! There's a big ol' scan of the thing uploaded, Prowl's little red pen notes included. ]

While I'll let you read most of the suggestions yourself, I just wanted to personally point out that I believe the wording needs to be rewritten as vaguer and more blanketing in some areas, to protect the widest array of mechs. Overly specific wording used to end up in a lot of loopholes, when I was in the force.

Other than that and a few other notes I've made, it's a solid manual. I think as soon as you've discussed it with your team, I can move on to writing a more accessible version.

[legalcy]

[Minimus glances over the notes, prepared to reach through everything twice before replying with more than a thanks, but Prowl's recent comment doesn't sit properly with him. On one hand, the Prowl from his own universe will look for any loophole or ignore the specifics of the law, on the other hand, he raises a good point.

The problem is that corruption is never completely eradicated.]

Vaguer? That will provide more opportunities to bend the law to mean what is most convenient for themselves.

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[theatreshark]

[At some point during some time, Sky-Byte manages to catch Minimus as the other mech is walking down the hallway. Sky-Byte gives him a sharp grin and a theatrical bow.]

Greetings, Minimus Ambus! I have been searching for you! I wish to give you the honour of accompanying me to the upcoming Ball.

Do say yes, I am sure we will be the most stunning pair on the dance floor.

[legalcy]

[The question does not come as a surprise. Minimus has now accepted that he will be a common target for dating attempts now that he is no longer tied to Megatron. He gives Sky-Byte a polite nod as he holds a datapad tightly in his arm.]

Is there any particular reason why you wish to attend with me? [Because...this guy's poetry is terrible and if someone else is going to propose a date, Minimus needs to compare their qualifications.] There are many mechs with whom I can attend the ball. Are you familiar with the customs of an upper-class gathering?

voice; $notanenforcer

[justicemadeblind]

Good evening, Minimus. I’ve just sent over my draft on the ‘easier to parse’ version of the laws draft, as it stands now. Assuming we’re close to finalizing the latter, I’d just like another set of optics on it. I’m sure I’ve accidentally included spelling errors somewhere.

On another note… Are you considering going to the ball? [ There’s hesitance in his voice, and it has nothing to do with actually asking another mech out. ] …I’m not certain I should.

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[legalcy]

[Minimus opens the file and gives it a quick look-over.] Confirmed receiving your file. Thank you, Prowl.

[What a phrase he never thought he would say genuinely.]

As one of the officers on board, it is vital that I foster positive relations with other Cybertronians. So yes, I will go. If you prefer to "hold the fort" as they say, I will not see that reflect poorly on you.

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[grimgrams]

[Ultra Magnus isn't Grimlock's first choice for a dance partner, but not his last choice either. He does have a healthy amount of respect for the security director.]

Me Grimlock need date for ball. You Ultra Magnus want come?

[legalcy]

[Hm....that's unfortunate. Magnus looks almost apologetic at his desk.]

I sorry, but I have already agreed to partner with another. I can set aside one dance with you at the ball. Have you a prepared your own dancing card yet?

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[vosseeker]

I will be remaining on duty in the Security office during the event on Eco Memoria.

[ It's not phrased as a request. ]

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[legalcy]

Noted.

[No arguments from Magnus! Good that there's someone on board during the diplomatic event.]

My communicator will be turned on. If you find anything about the Shockwave in hiding, alert me immediately.

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[brainmaster]

To: Captain Sparkarrow, Lieutenant Pinky, CMO Wrench
CC: Security Office
From: Star Saber (UN: StarSaber11)
Subject: Medical Leave Requested

This is Star Saber. I was reverted to a younger form on the last mission. In light of this, I would like to request medical leave from all missions, as well as my involvement in any rehabilitation programs.

[He feels very useless as he types this up and sends it out, but he knows it's for the best. His older self can handle working with Magnus, but that's because his older self is strong and brave and never feels awkward. It's particularly terrible because he knows he once had the ability to work through his fears, but now he's back at square one, and he needs a while to adjust and collect himself]

[legalcy]

[Young Star Saber remains as polite as his older counterpart. Minimus is pleased to see this professional request sent to the proper parties so promptly.]

To: Star Saber
From: Ultra Magnus (UN: Ultra_Magnus)
Subject: Re: Medical Leave Requested

I have noted your leave in the schedule. Your duties for the next month are temporarily put on hold or assigned to other parties. Please respond when you are fully recovered.

action

[botopsy]

[ratchet is in such a bad mood stomping out of antlers' room, he doesn't see minimus who had been on standby in the hall. hell, he'd almost completely forgotten about texting him and almost walks directly into the poor guy. it's like a typical meet-cute only ratchet sees minimus, jerks to the side to avoid kneeing him by accident then staggers and almost trips over his own feet.

why is it always with the floor and minimus? he avoids falling over this time and that's his greatest achievement of the last few hours.]

Frag! Slaggit, sorry! [he rights himself quickly.] It's-- it's fine, but I wanted to talk to you anyway. Thanks for showin' up so quickly.

[he presses a hand to his face briefly, exhausted.]

Yes, I've already mentally formulated the official report. I'm sorry to bother you so soon after the Titan stuff, but... you know. Due process.

[legalcy]

[First he asks for help. Then, when Minimus is halfway to the throne room, he's told to wait. What's going on there? Will there be another brawl in this hallway?

He's trying to keep his feet planted on one spot without fidgeting by the time Ratchet comes out. Thankfully, his superior core strength prevents his toppling when he's rammed by a distracted medic. This is why there are laws against texting and driving.]

Hmph - [He steadies himself.] What on Cybertron happened?

action. back dated. legend of cabybara

[greenhorndestiny]

Ultra Magnus sir. [ Smokescreen appears one non descript day to Minimus' office. He looks eager for an answer of some kind]

Sorry to intrude with out notice. But I have Intel on a possible new Titan location.

[legalcy]

[Minimus glances up from his oversized desk, where he had been writing up documentation for all of the new arrivals and managing the damage reports from the recent explosions.]

This is far more important. [He sets his pen down.] What did you find?

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[areaman]

Let me know when you're back.
I'll be terribly disappointed if I've lost my favourite dance game rival.

[yes, just that. no other thoughts or feelings inspired by what's happened.]

[legalcy]

I am here.

I am awake.

There's no time to dance today.

[He's got a terrible ache today.]

text, un primetime

[emojibot]

[while he had hoped to have a proper conversation with her and failed, optimus immediately opens a channel to magnus. text, because he's still a little stuck to the floor and trying to peel up an unconscious megatron and doesn't want magnus to hear him struggling a bit.]

Anemone is bombing Megatrons again. She's just flown up from deck 4 on the west side.
I am unable to follow.

[legalcy]

[ Times like this, Minimus wish he swore more often. ]

I am heading there now. What level of threat does she pose?

Action, There and Gone

[thelordofmisrule]

[ While you were away someone has been in your room.

It doesn't look like this someone has really rifled that much through your possessions. Or stolen anything.

How do you know someone was here? There is a tiny plastic human toy baby sitting in the very middle of your bed. In it's hands is an equally tiny toy datapad with the title IMPORTAN RULE (yes with the intentional spelling error) ]

ACTION: A small box outside your door contains a handful of...

[thelordofmisrule]

Action (you are under no obligation to respond to this your character can be 'out')

[betterthanmegaman]

[ Recently Bass requested some important information. Who... is the strongest Cybertronian on this ship. He received a hot tip that it was 'Shockwave' but also 'not the Senator one'. There were a few thoughts that went through his processor. One... it was really dumb that there were two people here with the SAME NAME. It must get confusing! Two, while he does (surprisingly) know what a Senator is, he has no idea what a Senator looks like. Do they wear signs? Bass guesses probably not.

This leads him to one conclusion: He has to fight BOTH of them to make sure he's actually fighting the strong one.

This leads him to a second conclusion: He has no idea where Shockwave lives. He could ask for direction, ask if anyone knows... but that begs the question... If they know how strong Bass is will they even tell the truth?

There is now one solution: He has to canvas the ship himself and check every inhabited room he comes across.

So there's the backstory. And that's why Bass, armored up in his winged Treble armor (being able to fly covers ground quicker!) is pounding aggressively at your door.

Sorry. ]

[legalcy]

[Heavy footsteps approach the door, and it opens to the massive figure of Ultra Magnus. His frame stretches across the door frame, and his head nearly touches the top. He looks out at this loud visitor with a stern scowl.

It's his default expression.]

Can I help you?

Text - FrenziedChaos [Roughly now]

[fenixnpcs]

[It's probably best not to question how they got into the R2's systems again. Or why they waited a monthish.

The fact that this is text makes it near impossible to tell who is who.]

Soooo... word on the 'net is Renoih's looking to reward those who stopped Renne from killing Nocri. Lots of bastards coming forward, but none yet have claimed it. Think a few have been executed because they misgendered Renoih. You really don't do that unless you have a deathwish. Mitsuki might be looking too, but we haven't heard anything. :(

You should go for it. You need all the luck in the 'verse given what you lot are.

Dunno what happened to Renne outside she's no longer on the station. Maybe dead? But Eh. She's rich. Probably bought her way out of trouble. We got another Sunstride now though. Zavaih. He's like, mid-tier in the Pride. Eh, he's ok. Not grabby, but still stuck up like ll rich idiots. We think we can train him to be better, though. ;)

Maeb showed up with Clíodhna and like half her retainers in tow a three shifts after you left. Anyway, Maeb pitched a fit over the loss of her property. Apparently, one of the turtlekin eggs held an albino. That's already rare, but being a Yangtze on top of it? That's like super rare and stuff ppl'd pay out the nose for. Cunts.

We don't even want to know where Maeb found those eggs. Last we knew, they were like, either extinct, or fiercely protected. We got money on her killing whoever was looking after them. Poor fuckers. But poor us. She made off with a bunch of stuff in recompense for this after kicking up a stink about its our fault. Fucking entitled bitch. Ain't our fault. Does she know how many ships come in an out every day and now we gotta deal with a bunch of people after us because they shit they wanted was taken by Maeb.

The Cybertronian experts - a chatkin and a jellykin -scyphozoan branch (you can tell by the daemon-orbs)- who showed up were also pissed but whatever. Kaeli took umbrage to them and how they tried to bully there way into shit, so did Rosa, and well. Airlock accidents are fun. (: (we're pretty sure Rosa is a Changeling at this rate.)

Pretty sure the jellykin survived, tho; so be careful if you got chasing whatever that relic was. Scypho's daemons look fragile, but are tougher than ours. Don't help most of them hide 'em, too. And the fragger's claim they came from a water world, but we're pretty sure they mean a gas planet. Wouldn't be the first time translation issues have cropped up.

If you got Q's, we'll answer them, but we can't keep this open forever.

Well, we can, but that'd be rude or something.

[legalcy]

Thank you for this information.

I would rather not provide any potential hints that the "Chalians" that Renne are connected to the disappearance of the Cybertronian Relic that occurred around the same time. Rosa is bad enough.

How certain are you that informing Renoih that Cybertronians were behind this will bring us her protection? Can she keep our identities safe from others?

Action: Outside the Security Office

[iceicecrybaby]

Iceman paces a bit. Paces a bit out of the way to the side, he's nearly gotten stepped on a few times. He's outside the security office and going over in his head what he's going to say.

But... but what if they don't take him seriously? People at home just see him as nothing but a tiny little thing what will the people here think? He's getting himself a bit worked up and he can feel a tear or two prickle in his optics unbidden but he quickly scrubs them away.

Confidence Iceman! You've been looking for something to do and this feels right. He straitens his back, smooths the front of his parka, and walks into the security office via the entrance for more human sized people.

"Um! Excuse me, I'm not sure who I should be talking to but... but... I..." he trails off as he sees the absolute MOUNTAIN in the security office, "Oh you're even bigger then most of them."

[legalcy]

There are multiple desks in the security office, but the largest one on the opposite side of the room clearly belongs to the boss around here. To the right is the door leading to the brig, on the left are shelves of files and resources for those eager to act the social worker with the inmates. Ultra Magnus, the blue metal giant, sits behind this desk. One hand lays flat on a sheet of paper as the other inscribes a written report.

He flicks his eyes towards the entrance, then down at the small voice coming from the floor.

"...If you need to file something with security, then I am available." He doesn't response to the comment about him being big. That's just a fact he can gloss over. "Head of Security speaking."

Duckstribution

[thelordofmisrule]

[ When Magnus arrives at his desk in the security office next he'll find a rubber duck sitting upon it. It has a very fine mustache on it. Very dignified even. It is so dignified and fine looking that is anyone who does not have a mustache looks upon it they are struck with the desire to have a mustache of their own. ]