Kathy Squad (6/7) (2009-09-25)

"Hm. That factory could be useful."
"Are you serious? It's huge!"
"No, no, I mean if it's replicating Gearots, there have to be schematics somewhere inside that allow it to do such a thing."
"..May I speak to you freely for a moment?"
"Sure."
"Why are you so obsessed with converting his technology? Are we not capable of producing our own?"
"Yes, we are, but if I have the option of skipping the trial and error that comeswith perfecting a usable device, I will damn well do so."
"But.. why these Gearots? Why not something more powerful; one of the user's mechs?"

"Kathy. After those repeated demonstrations of firepower, you're seriouslysuggesting that I attempt to capture and reappropriate one of the users? While my power is vast and I could certainly "convince" one of them to help mycause, they're focused on defending their home at all costs. It is best thatwe're not seen as a threat, or anything less than in line with their beliefs."
"...and?"
"and?"
"You're leaving something out. Though it was not your creation, you've seen firsthand the devastation our army can cause, even upon those who hold more influence and ability than us."

Origin sighs and stares at the war cathedral.
"..I, too, have grown fond of this place. I've long been listening to the minds of those who inhabit the forum; their creativity, their visions, what they would like to bring to life but are merely content with drawing or writing.. It's struck a chord within me that's been resonating since."

"The forum is not my true home, yes. But even so, I will defend it as if it was. A part of me prospers from pondering the ideas others invent, and some of the ideas invented here are unlike any others in the metaverse."

"..I'm nearly ready, Lord. Just a bit longer."