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cityship ([personal profile] cityship) wrote in [community profile] trans_92011-02-06 01:36 pm

Welcome to Orongo

Once those who decided to go along on the mission were gathered on the Obs Deck and had time to go over the mission briefing, the detachment procedures began.

As with the missions before, the doors to the Obs Deck closed before it detached itself from Stacy, tethered by a massive umbilical cord. Those who had been on missions before would find the experience familiar if still somewhat unpleasant, but for those of whom this was their first mission, the sudden lack of gravity and lurching feeling as they entered the atmosphere would come as a surprise.

Thankfully though, the ride was quickly over as they landed safely on the planet below, the gravitational dampeners of the Obs Deck gently dropping the crew members back on their feet. One of the walls opened up, forming a ramp to the ground below. There was a sudden, slight gust of air as the door opened as the thick air rushed in. Even so, the air felt quite warm and refreshing.

Looking outside, the crew would see the bright yellow sun looming overhead, quite close in comparison to the sun on most planets. A handful of small, silver clouds dotted the blueish purple sky.

Ahead of them stood a rather impressive looking plateau, surrounded by a tall, ornate stone wall which was covered in tribal markings. Directly ahead was a large gate through the wall, with several small stone buildings in front of it. Beyond the gates, a larger settlement could be seen. Surrounding the plateau and covering the surrounding region were numerous strange, blue and purplish trees and plants.

[ooc: hold up until subthreads are set up]

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morphitudinous: (A majestic unicorn?)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy would let that go for now. They all seemed to be nervous...except Kaylee, blast her.

"So you're all ready for the judgment?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:14 pm (UTC)(link)
Hoshi normally would be joining Kaylee in not being nervous, but it was the whole concept of marriage that rattled her nerves a bit.

"Yeah. Just hope it isn't Seraphiel's brand of judgment."
morphitudinous: (...what in the name of)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:16 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy would understand. He's not feeling super-confident about marrying either.

"Why? What's Seraphiel's brand of judgment?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:21 pm (UTC)(link)
"Remember what I showed you in the Sensoriums when we were training? That's pretty much his judgment attack," Hoshi replied.
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[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:24 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy shuddered. "I do. At least we know that it won't be that serious."

He started fidgeting again, still thinking about what was going to happen if they got inside the gate. "Have you thought about a partner?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:27 pm (UTC)(link)
"Yeah, hopefully."

At Billy's question, Hoshi thought about it and nodded. "Yeah. Phillip. Have you met him?"
morphitudinous: (No thanks)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:28 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy closed his eyes, trying to place the face. "I don't believe so, but we might have passed in the halls. Where is he?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:36 pm (UTC)(link)
"He should be around here somewhere," Hoshi replied as she decided to give him a description of what he looked like. "He has short black hair that goes into this kind of motion," she said, bringing her left hand up to demonstrate a wave-like motion with her bangs.

"He always carries a book and wears clothing that's similar to my own."
morphitudinous: (Searchlight)

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:38 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy took note of the description. "I think I may have seen him once or twice. He sounds like a good partner for you. Are you both apprehensive about it?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:39 pm (UTC)(link)
"Mm, not really. I'm a little on the edge about it since I'm only sixteen and haven't really considered love or a relationship yet, but if it has to be done, it has to be done," Hoshi replied with a bit of a shrug.
morphitudinous: (:()

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:42 pm (UTC)(link)
"I'm trying to take the same attitude," Billy commented, fidgeting with his hands just slightly. "I don't want to rush a relationship, but this is a special circumstance. We need to continue the mission."

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 10:50 pm (UTC)(link)
Hoshi noticed his hands fidgeting, a frown crossing her face. She then decided to place her own hands on top of his own to help them stop fidgeting. "Right, and if push comes to shove, then we're more than well prepared. I've got your back."
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[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 10:59 pm (UTC)(link)
"Oh, I'm convinced we're strong enough to survive it," Billy clarified, though he still appreciated the comfort. "Physically, at least. I'm more concerned about getting through the judgment and then marrying."

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 11:05 pm (UTC)(link)
Hoshi thought on his words, rattling her brain for something before she then grinned. "Just think of it this way -- it's something we gotta do to complete the negotiations, but--" she paused to lower her voice so that she didn't possibly offend the natives.

"But, it isn't official 'til you make it official."
morphitudinous: (:()

[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 11:08 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy leaned forward to catch that. "Right, but I think it will be somewhat official no matter what happens. It's hard to kiss someone without feelings becoming involved."

Especially if you like them.

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 11:10 pm (UTC)(link)
Well, yeah. There was that. "There's that."

Hoshi did find herself liking Phillip as a friend, but perhaps... Nah, that was silly.
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[personal profile] morphitudinous 2011-02-06 11:12 pm (UTC)(link)
Billy looked at her curiously. He'd mostly been speaking about himself, but that was interesting.

"It'll be fine if we talk to our partners after the weddings, right?"

[identity profile] radiantcourage.livejournal.com 2011-02-06 11:15 pm (UTC)(link)
Hoshi nodded at his question. "Probably. It might be awkward to do it, but hey. It's best to clear the air and whatnot."