Now, peoples, you've each been called by Mr. Kiyoki (The Fixer) Who wants to set up a meeting between you and a certain Mr. Johnson at 2000 this evening (It's now 1700, on Feb 9, 2057) where is it? What she said... * Reika grins He had no other details other then the name of a restaurant and a booth number Do we know one another? I doubt it Doubt it Is he paying? *dry* He's probably talked to us individually Somewhat.... Reputation only. Brag board of the fixer's (The blue text) (Blue text?) Restaurant and booth number? Yep. He did mention other people. hmm I'll take the subway and leave enough time to arrive there about 15 minutes early What other people, in what context? Specialists. He wasn't specific. Hrmph. I'll drive, 'bout as fast as I can manage.. get there 20 or minutes early, plus or minus 5. * AngelT smiles humorlessly. "Maybe I'll jack someone's car." I'll take my bike. Be there about 5 min early. "Early is always good...." I'll drive there, leaving early enough to leave about 15-20 minutes * AngelT scans the room for possible trouble, spies, Stars or other law enforcement, Mafia/Yak/Triad, future co-workers, and the Johnson. * Tak enters the room and moves towards the back of the room glancing around but not making eye contact. A slight, dark man in an immaculately tailored suit sites in the booth you've been told to go to, he's got a drink in front of him, and a briefcase at his side. * AngelT heads towards the booth, noting who else is going there as well. I go over to the man bow slightly to him and say "Konichiha" He bows back, equally formal. * AngelT goes over and nods a greeting to the man. "Hello." Mr Johnson taps his fingers impatiently... "There is supposed to be 5..." * Steel walks toward the booth, now that the meeting is beginning and greets the man "Hello" Good evening miss, sir * Reika bows slightly to the others * AngelT nods greeting to Reika. * Steel returns the greeting to Reika Johnson removes some folders from his briefcase and ruffles them. * Tak moves from his position near the back of the room at exactly the time specified. Kobanwa Konichiha I'm sorry, I don't speak Japanese * Shalyta walks into the restraunt, looks around and walks towards the specified booth. Hello. I've been told that you 5 people have the skills I require. I have... a little problem. what sort of problem? And I've been informed that you people might be able to fix this little problem. * Steel nods to show he's listening * AngelT arches an eyebrow. "What sort of problem?" Well, it seems that a associate of some people I represent needs to be picked up and escorted for a meeting, He hands you a folder (The Job on site) * Reika accepts her folder with a murmured "thanks" * Steel accepts his folder and reads it through * Shalyta takes the folder and begins to read it. * AngelT accepts her folder with a nod and a short "Thanks." * Reika flips through her folder * AngelT reads through the folder * Steel continues to read through the folder * Reika closes the folder and says "I see" Mr Johnson sits back... * Tak glances at the folder. * AngelT looks up from the folder, closes it slowly, and awaits further information * Steel hmms, closes the folder, then waits for the Mr. Johnson to continue speaking * Shalyta closes the folder, and looks up. Now, the good Doctor is under constant security, as you can see. And the VAPOR system is of extreme interest to my interests. Now... Before we continue, do any of u\you have any questions. Does the doctor have a residence on Fuchi grounds or off? What sort of system is this VAPOR and who else is likely to want it? * Tak glances around at the other people at the table. VAPOR is classified. I know absolutely nothing other that certain people are interested in it. How much are the interested parties willing to pay? * Shalyta observes the other people around her. Aaah. The crux of the problem. What sort of place is this person to be transported to? What place, what time? The people I represent have set aside the sum of 15000 Nuyen for this task. With an additional 5k for information regarding VAPOR (notes, test results) and 10k for the VAPOR prototype I hope that is per person Mr Johnson quirks an eyebrow. Who decides whether the info is worth something? *sardonic arched eyebrow* All information will be scanned and payment delivered on reciept. Mr Kiyoki will vouch for my principles, he has dealt with them before. * Shalyta smiles slightly. *I think I'll like working with these people.* What are the good doctor's habits and frequent haunts? Perhaps I am missing something here. For what reason were each of us chosen to work on this for? He spends most of his time in his lab, only leaving for meals and to go home at night. Mr Johnson looks at you. Where is home? Does he occasionally spend the night in his lab? hmm 15k for someone who's obviously as valueable as the doctor? His home is across town, in a Fuchi complex, about 4 miles from the Lab Facilities And 15K to take out a bodyguard *and* deliver the good doctor in condition to work? I assume you want him in working condition, else you would have hired an assassin or a less.. specialized... group.' You have a better idea what your services are worth? * AngelT stares at the Johnson. * Steel ponders over the question * AngelT shifts her stance abruptly... Mr Johnson shifts his weight slightly Double that, shall we say? *looks around at the specialists* Each. That's exactly my thoughts * Reika nods affirmatively * Shalyta nods. First of all, there is a 10k fee for even attempting to use a group of people that aren't accustomed to one another. My thoughts also. I see... I think I might be able to pursuade my employers to raise their offer... Mr Johnson pulls out a Poc Sec and begins to tap on it's keypad. After a few seconds... I have been informed that I can offer you 25K for the Job and the same bonuses. * Reika thinks that over * Shalyta considers this. * AngelT continues to stare at the Johnson... but looks vaguely thoughtful. * Steel ponders the response * AngelT looks the Johnson up and down.. and sideways, slantways, backwards and forwards.. Mr Johnson looks at his watch, which has just beeped. Well your offer is acceptable to me I do not know my future co-workers feelings though * AngelT looks at the Johnson * AngelT looks her potential co-workers up, down, sideways, slantways, backwards, forwards, left to right, right to left... It is acceptable. *looks at the others t the table.* 30k for the job, with the bonuses 25. I've not been authorized for anthing else. * Steel shrugs "I guess I'll have to accept that then." * AngelT shrugs a one-shoulder shrug and nods. Acceptable. Is that is certified funds? nuyen? Nuyen, cash or credit, your choice. 2000 each now, the rest on completion. nuyen please nuyen. nuyen Nuyen Johnson pulls a handful of unmarked sticks. * Tak takes out a pocket secretary and enters a number. Upon completion, I would like my funds transfered to this account. There's 2000 each on one of these sticks, you can transfer the funds if you want, but I guarentee you that the sticks are clean. Alright. That can be arranged. Mr. Johnson takes out another folder from his briefcase and puts it down on the table next to the credsticks, Theres all we know about Dr. Hoffman's movements, and the details of the second meet. The Johnson stands up and goes to the bar for a few seconds before leaving the restaurant. * AngelT watches the Johnson... I suggest we move elsewhere. * Reika takes one of the sticks * Steel picks up one of the credsticks, then exits a few seconds later I agree this place is...unsuitable for planning * Tak palms one of the credsticks, and then removes the folder from the table. * AngelT takes another stick and leaves slowly, keeping an eye on the restaurant and her new-coworkers * AngelT snags a folder on her way out. The folder.... * AngelT waits in the doorway.. Where do we meet then? * Reika takes a folder as well * Shalyta takes her folder and her credstick. * Tak quickly types a number on his pocket secretary. Checl Set Frequency. Check even * Steel keeps an eye out for anyone watching, as he waits for the others * Reika exits the booth * AngelT goes over to Tak. "May I see that?" (glancing at the folder) Later. * Reika goes over to Tak and Angel "May I suggest we go somewhere more suitable?" * AngelT throws out a tentative "I have a tab at a bar..." "Hmm, sounds good" * Tak exits the booth. * Shalyta stands and follows the rest. * Tak leaves before someone sticks him with the bill. :) * Steel adjusts his jacket, then exits the meeting place * AngelT leaves the name of the bar "Delancey's" with the group and waits.. What sort of bar is this Delancey's? *shrugs* Quiet enough place. I do business there sometimes. The bartender can set us up to meet. That sounds better than what I can offer * Reika writes down the radio freq * AngelT makes a note of the radio freqency.. So, you're all going ot meet at Charlies? * Shalyta takes note of the frequency. * Reika nods * Steel checks the freq off of Tak's pocket sec, then writes it down and puts the paper into a pocket in his jacket * AngelT nods.. Okay.. What's in the folder: (Other than the time and place of the second meet, which is ~ 4am in an area with a lot of warehouses Tuesday) * Shalyta nods slightly. * Steel exits the meeting place, and heads for his vehicle There is the addresses for both the lab and the home of the Doctor, general info on the security on both places and the man's general habits. (He works late and usually gets home around 12 Midnight to 1 am) You all go meet up at Delancy's ? * Reika shrugs I guess so * Steel gets in and has the autopilot drive to Delancy's bar, while adjusting his cybercomm to the frequency specified by Tak Okay, Delancy's is a quiet bar (it's about 2100 now) with a few patrons sitting about, you all manage to find a quiet table out of the way and sit around it. brb * AngelT gets into her car, drives to Delanceys... * Reika takes the subway to Delanceys * Reika or the bus whichever is faster 8*) * GM nods * Shalyta takes her bike over to Delancy's. * Tak rides over to Delancy's, taking the scenic tour. * AngelT arrives at Delancey's, nods to the bartender and tells him she needs to do business. Charlie pulls out a small box and hands it to Angel "I need a deposit on this, standard." * AngelT nods and makes the deposit... People, This is your part for discussion.... * AngelT awaits the arrival of the rest of her team. * Reika arrives in a blast of cold air 8*) * AngelT watches Reika arrive... * Shalyta walks in immediately after Reika. * Reika walks over to where Angel is waiting * Shalyta follows Reika. * Steel walks into the bar * AngelT looks briefly at Reika.. then to Shalyta. * Tak arrives about 5 minutes later. * Reika bows again slightly to AngelT and Shalyta * AngelT nods to Reika.. * Tak looks around closely at the surroundings. * Reika winces slightly at something * Shalyta bows to Reika, then nods to Angel, then sits. * AngelT looks briefly at Reika, but says nothing, yet... * Reika rubs her temples slightly, then her eyes clear... * Tak rubs his temple, "Anyone have any asprin?" * AngelT looks to Charlie.. and orders a non-alcoholic Soylent Blue while she's at it. * Reika rummages around in her bag, gets some out, hands some to Tak and takes some herself *Turns to the Bartender* Ice water please Charlie brings over a tray full of drinks for everyone. Looks at Talon and Reika oddly then goes back to his bar. Domo Thanks.. * Reika nods thanks to the Bartender You a regular here? Why? * AngelT has no defensiveness in her tone.. really, no tone to speak of. * Tak grins, "I'll take that as a yes." * AngelT shrugs a one-shoulder shrug again. How secure is the place? Secure enough. I do business here, sometimes. There is a White Noise Generator in the middle of the table, doing't it's job. * Tak glances around checking out the number of enterances or exits. * Steel decides to ignore the WN, and concentrate on the discussion, blocking out the background as well There's one obvious entrance, with a crashdoor back by the restrooms, and another door behind the bar leading somewhere. * Tak takes out the folder and places it on the table. I favor trying to get this guy on his way to his home "That would be the best time, yes, it would take longer for the word to travel back to whoever is supposed to look after him" That depends on who's going to rush to his defense and how secure his route is for us. Interesting question. But before we begin with this, how about we get a little in the way of introductions first. And he has a bodyguard 24/7... ahh you are quite right sir * AngelT looks at Steel as if to say "Didn't you read the file?" *shrugs* All right. You first. * Steel shrugs "If that's what you want" Of course. My name is Takeo Karin, but you may call me Tak or Talon. I am..Dara Waters, but I prefer to be called Reika * AngelT nods curtly to Talon and Reika. "Angel. Angel Torres." Shalyta Talia McKenna. I prefer Lyta. * Steel nods as each introduces themselves "I'm Kevin Savino, but I normally go by Steel." I can see why you're called Steel * Steel nods "That and my good rep as a bodyguard" umm actually it was in reference to the fact that you have more metal than meat That too * Steel shrugs but that is neither here nor there, we have a job to plan So, what's in the folder? Well, its obvious that Steel was hired to provide the brute force. What are the rest of your areas of expertise that you were hired for? I am...something of a mage I'd guessed. *dry* * Reika smiles slightly The folder contains the situation report and a detailed schedule. The standard details that you can't accept on face value. In the folder, is the map of the area containing the lab and the house, a route marked out in red, a set of biographies of Hoffman and Espinosa, general info about the security information on the lab (Moderately decent) Layouts of the buildings, labs and the large sections whiped out and undetailed with CLASSIFIED marked over them. So that leaves demolition or hacker and cracker. Or persuasion. wiped even * AngelT takes a look at the maps, making a dissatisfied noise at the wiped out parts.. My expertise is demolitions. Anyone familiar enough with computers to fill in the details? I am security. Or rather, security bypass. * Steel shakes his head "Nope" (err, not me-type) I am afraid I have no skills in that area Then it seems we will have to do with what we have provided. No specifically computer skills, though. Does everyone have communication gear of some sort? Yes I have some Portable? *smiles unhumorously* I usually work alone. Any particular reason you took thing job, Angel? * AngelT shrugs and stares evenly at Tak I have worked with others before, if that's what your asking. Aye, I have some. You in for the money, or some other reason? * AngelT goes over to Charlie... money exchanges hands, and she returns with comm equipment. Other reasons. * AngelT shrugs. "Though the money is a plus." Again the humorless smile. May I suggest we dig into one another's personal reasons for being here later? Agreed. * Steel shrugs "At least it'll help us figure out what were going to do on this job, I'd guess" * AngelT stares at Talon It helps in knowing where to position people. We better be able to trust one another before we get into a situation where our lives depend on it. So, how are you earning your money? So tell me Talon, why is it that you have violated your soul with cyber? And what position shall we put you in? He is somewhat like me, but has sullied his spirit with cyber When one is not conscious, one has little choice in how they are fixed. * Shalyta looks at Talon. * AngelT snorts at Talon's last comment. Talon, what is your area of expertise? As I said, I have worked with others before. * Reika snorts Whomever you worked for previously obviously doesn't appreciate the value of a mage who's spirit is free of such things All right then, one mage, one cybered-mage, one demolitionist, one security, one security bypass. Can we get down to the planning now? I believe I suggested that a few times now Yea, we can do that I worked as a fixer for the majority of my career so far. And hold contacts with many useful people. Though it seems those people have chosen to bring me back into the field. * Reika nods slowly, eyes narrowed All right then. What places along the route have minimal annoying bystanders and minimal security, while also being open to a quick and clean escape? * AngelT stares at the map... I am a. how should I say, specialist in expediting the end. that's useful at times * Shalyta nods. Charlie brings a glass of Ice Water and puts it in front of Reika, then asks for orders. * Tak opens his mouth, closes it, staring at the watcher at his shoulder. then just nods yes. water, no ice, please. * AngelT shakes her head... and smiles faintly for the first time, a smile that is familiar only to the bartender. I'll have an ice water as well * Reika tests her water, makes a face, then freezes it Routes? And places of abduction? And what do we do with the bodyguard? * Steel blinks a bit, then shrugs "Hmm, well, intersections are out, and we'll probably have to get him out of his vehicle... it's probably got tracing on it." As for the team, I take it we now have. 1 Mage type, 1 heightened security expert, 1 demolitions, 1 standard security, and one security bypass. Hmm, I take it we can get into buildings fine. :) Heh. Unless we just go for the building, but that's your call * AngelT nods * Tak checks the folder, "Lets see what it says about the security around his residence." Security is good. A rating, but no guards at the doors Do we have any survielance equipment besides binoculars? What about magical assests? Well, what do you have to provide? Not really, well, except for thermal scanning, but that's about the extent Nay, none here. I have a few minor tricks, all of them involving ice Anything involving illusions? none I... do not seem to have to apptitude for such things OOC: that should have been "the" not "to" Can *you* do illusions? Do we have anything in the way of long range weapons? I have a projection spell, but that is it I do not sling spells, I but enahnce myself. hmm * AngelT shrugs What do you want long range weapons *for*? For surviellance, either by other means or by scopes. SO that we can keep a watch and not allocate all of us to one unsecure location. Three people in dark coats and glasses have walked into the bar and are talking to Charlie Weapons, not surveilance equipment. * Reika narrows her eyes * AngelT shuts up abruptly. * Reika chokes slightly on her water * AngelT leans back slowly and adopts a relaxed yet ready-for-action stance... * Steel attempts to listen in on the convo * Reika eye's also widen suddenly and turns paler (if that's possible) * AngelT narrows her eyes and watches both Reika and the three men in dark coats. How often does the Bartender deal with spirits, do you know? Interesting palce you brought us to. very * Shalyta watches the people out of the corner of her eyes, but takes a uncaring look. * Steel turns his attention back to his water He deals with many people.. I don't know all of them. I do know that he won't cross us, at least, he knows what happens to people who cross me. look=attitude (better word) I certainly hope so, that's one fraggin' strong spirit, a free one to be precise As I said.. I don't know all of the people he deals with. * AngelT catches Charlie's eye during a polite break in the conversation and lifts a questioning eyebrow. The bartender shrugs. And how much non-fatal gear do we have? * AngelT turns back to the table. I have a few stun grenades. *very light whisper* * Reika hmms * Steel keeps his voice down "I've got some stundart rounds" * AngelT shrugs. "I generally steal information and things, not people." looks thoughtful. "I might invest in that, though, when this is done... if it's worth the trouble it involves." No need to whisper. If you can be heard through a white noise generator, you can be heard whispering. hrrm Very true I know a few disabling moves, and can cause a few deterrants True. *more normal vioce* Hmm, it seems we aren't quite well prepared for this. It seems we should then decide what we want to do, and pick up the gear needed to do so after. yes Aye. Let us first make a plan, then decied what gear we need for said plan I suspect Charlie can get us the gear we need. *looks briefly at the coats* Contacts. * Reika is still paler and nods How are we going to snatch the good doctor? as I said I would prefer snatching him on his way home from work Only if we aren't going to be bothered by civilians screaming and trying to beat our heads in with their purses. Grabbing enroute is most likely the worst possibility. We can grab at the office, which of course would have Fuchi security to deal with. Fuchi isn't known for the best corpses, but bad enough. Or we can deal with at his apt, which we'd still have to secure and make sure there aren't additional participants at that location. Are we going to grab him from his home, or on the way there? I'd prefer along the way hrmm grab him from home I can get into his home, I suspect, and trank him, if necessary. We can bring him out any of a number of ways after that. Grabbing enroute we'd need to know the vehicle, and the exact time schedule and would spread ourselves out across several vehicles. * Reika looks thoughtful In addition, if we search his home, we may find things about VAPOR... agreed * Shalyta nods affrimatively. Good point, he would most likely have files at his home we can also - persuade him to reveal more I would imagine without serious impairment Fuchi will have security around it at the labs... but if he's as much of a workaholic as his file would indicate, he *would* have files at home. That would fit in with his profile Agreed, then? Hai I'll agree with that The grandfather clock chimes 2300 Aye. * Tak nods. I wonder if there's a way for us to obtain the VAPOR prototype as well? The abduction of the doctor might serve as a distraction. If we move fast enough, once Fuchi is alerted to his disappearance, we'd have a very short window where the prototype may be under low security. That is very much a guess, though. you're the break in expert very short... emphasis on very If VAPOR is as ... interesting... as his other break-throughs indicate, it would be a VERY short time window.. and the security around it will be all the heavier for the abduction. yes as in as soon as we snatch the good doctor we may only have hours to get in and gain the prototype And they may move it to a different location... Well, if we can deal with the doctor without knocking him out, we may be able to get a precise location from him... if he so desires. there is a drug I have heard of that imbolizes most muscles of movement, but acts as a truth serum So, what do we do if we want to grab them both? Someone will probably have to keep an eye on the doctor, as well as make sure noone can get him back if we decide to try for the prototype as well That might work.. We might try for them simultaneously.. or we might use the disappearance as a distraction. But, agreed, we will need to guard our doctor. There is another thing, I do not know if Talon noticed, but the Mr. Johnson had a ring with some sort of detection spell on it What sort of detection spell? I was unable to determine and I did not deem it wise or polite to say anything about it * AngelT nods Hmmm. Hmm, it could just be some sort of protection for the guy, I don't know much about the workings past what I do I think it might be used to keep track of him Paranoia runs rampant amongst those types. Perhaps. Magic is not my field of expertise... Indeed not protection, protection and detection have very different...feels to them Well, detecting a threat is equivalent to protection, in my book * Reika blinks at Steel the nods slowly Not so equivalent... but if his superiors know their employee has been.. tampered with.. There is another good reason to hit Fuchi if at all possible. They undoubtedly have ritual samples on him If we do not destroy or tamper with them in some way we need to get him a _very_ secure place magically wise A mage should hit Fuchi, then... you would know where and how to get those. well I can tell what they are, but I would need to know where the facilities for such things are * AngelT chuckles, again, humorlessly I think we should get the good doctor, then go to Fuchi * AngelT throws a questioning glance at Charlie, and makes some slight boogedy boogedy gestures.. Charlie rolls his eyes and goes back to cleaning his bar * Reika snickers slightly * AngelT makes a face at Charlie, but takes his meaning. We are sitting in a magically secure place, I believe. If that is what that look meant.. *throws a look in Charlie's direction* it is I got a slight headache from trying to just chill my water more, I'm afraid they don't believe in using ice *wrinkled nose* * AngelT suddenly narrows her eyes as she thinks of something. * Reika looks at Angel questioningly * Shalyta looks at Angel. We may want to read over the notes for VAPOR before snatching the prototype. VAPOR is, after all, not that far from vaporize. And I personally would not want to snatch something that might disintegrate me if I handled it wrong. You are quite right * Steel turns his attention back to his near empty glass Charlie walks over with refils. "Sorry, had other... Business." Arigatou * Steel nods * Shalyta smiles slightly. "Probably a good idea." Thanks We saw.. *a semi-genuine-humor smile again* Thank you. Thanks. So let us make our plans to obtain the Doctor and proceed from there We will also want to bring some unobtrusive clothing for the doctor in case his personal effects include tracking of the magical and mundane types *nods* Agreed... Posit: I enter, immobilize the doctor and eliminate the bodyguard.. I communicate the plans to you, and you move in on Fuchi? hmm You are our admitted break in specialist Tag team Fuchi? One team for the prototype if necessary, a distraction if not, the other for the mage.. I also dislike splitting up our team True.. *shrugs* Time is of the essence. * AngelT looks around the table. I don't care too much for it either I believe it might be better to, in this case.. the short window of opportunity, again. Also Angel you are good for covert ops * AngelT looks at the silent Talon. you aren't brute force Neither do I, but as Angel says "Time is of the Essence." I do not want to go into a situation only to find the one person who can successfully pull something off isn't there I can hit one or both quickly.. to hit both would take much more time, and perhaps more time than we can afford. I know, but I don't think you can take that bodyguard on yourself * AngelT nods and shrugs True enough. * GM nods at Steel. So we snatch the doctor, place him in a secure site, then go to Fuchi I don't think we have time to place him. Snatch the doctor and take him to Fuchi, hold him outside? Or better yet take him with us We would have an obvious hostage, and a valuable one, in that case... * Reika nods Have Steel (who isn't here anyway) play babysitter Aye. In case of capture or cornering. * AngelT looks again to Talon. * Shalyta nods slightly. Too, we can .. convince.. the good doctor to tell us what VAPOR is. Agreed? * GM shrugs If we can obtain some gamma scopoline, it is a muscle relaxant, but it is also a truth serum * AngelT nods * Shalyta nods affirmatively. I can leave a list of .. requisitions.. with Charlie. I believe the 2K we each recieved would cover that? * Reika nods Are we agreed, then? agreed Charlie walks up, "Okay, what am I going to have to see if I can get for you kid?" Appearing as if by magic. :) Aye. * Reika shudders * AngelT gives Charlie a *look*... and laughs suddenly, the first hint of humor anyone has seen in her tonight. Her eyes sparkle oddly. Are we all agreed? *stares at Talon* Aye * AngelT walks back to the bar with Charlie, rattling off her list. "Gamma scopoline, some non-descript clothing..."