Crisis at Isla Tower (Thread for people coming to the tower?)

The android with Maria in tow, made their way toward the tower where the broadcast warning the city came from. The android had made his way here, in hopes of finding information about a safe zone where he could safely place Maria. At least that was the hope, though he was no longer sure of what exactly he was expecting for a safe zone, evidently it was pretty chaotic with demons attacking whomever they pleased.

Fortunately, it seemed as though the android and Maria had managed to go unnoticed or perhaps the demons didn't care. They all seemed to be gathering at another island, Standsten...or so the android thought. That would be worth investigating or speaking with people about if he could. His eyes panned the area around the tower, searching to see if there was someone in need of aid, or signs as to why the broadcast was taken down. The android had no reason to charge in, but he was hoping to see some form of resistance taking place here at the very least. Though at the same time he realized that normal humans were perhaps...powerless against what was occurring. Though the android was not, and if he had to knock some invaders from their world...then he most certainly would.

(I didn't forget; however, instead of Hiro I decided to place Partisan in here. Hope I am not too late.)

She moved down the streets with Alec’s hand firmly in her grasp. While she had tried to convince the boy to stay at the school while she went to investigate, the boy would not agree to the terms. He said if she was leaving the school then he was coming with her. End of story. This in turn led to a brief argument which in turn ended with Alec winning.

While the arrangement was far from pleasing to the machine, she had agreed to let him come on the condition that he did not release her hand until they were safe again. He had agreed to the terms and so they had left the school together. Out in the chaos, the machine was on high alert for threats as she led her friend through the streets on the safest paths she could find. She wasn’t sure what had happened to her on the roof top to make her shutdown like she had, but she felt somehow lighter after the reboot; however, how good this was unknown and kind of trivial at the moment. As long as whatever happened didn’t interfere with her ability to protect her friend, she would worry about the digging into the issue later.

In any case, she would continue down the back ally her mind whirling as she heard the chaos from all around. These creatures that had come out of no where were tearing up the place, but for now the people would have to hold out. As much as she wanted to help out, her mind was focused on figuring out what was happening. So she would continue to run until they came out of the alley. It was here that she would pause and gaze around the city. Her eyes would lock on the various paths before they settled on the one that led to the tower.

Right. If she went to the tower, she could perhaps find clues, right? After all, isn’t that where the broadcast had come from? With her mind set on a target, she’d look both ways before tugging Alec along with her. The pair would run only having to veer off slightly to the right as a demon came through a store front. Not giving the creature time to see them, the machine would duck into another alley and continue on until finally she reached her destination.

Once at her destination, she would halt and release Alec’s hand. As soon as she did the guy leaned over breathing hard as he did his best to catch his breath. Keeping an eye on him, Partisan quietly scanned the area looking for danger and when she saw none, she relaxed. Safe perhaps?

Hm?

Red eyes turned to lock on two..no wait three people she saw in the area. One was a woman near the tower looking like she was debating about something and the other two were a child and a male. While the male seemed calm enough, the woman and the child seemed out of place. Why were they here? Hmmm. Time to find out.

Remaining cautious, Partisan would make her way towards the pair. As she moved, Alec would straighten up a bit and trail along behind her making sure to stay nearby in case something came up….

(Just as a heads up, we can post a reaction to what recently happened in this https://newarcana.forumotion.com/t3823-a-great-calamity)

The android watched what seemed to be a change of tides occur almost all at once. There were demons and then they turned and fled from this strange dome that was forming around the island, what power it must have had to drive off all the demons that were around here. However, it did more than that, it returned power to radios, phones, and T.V. The android was surprised by all this, just what sort of power was this, and why was it only around San Malarus? Every island was in danger...what was going on?

Then the minister's voice began to sound from the tower, and she explained how it was her doing about the barrier and pleaded for everyone to stay safe. Not only that, but...that something and someone has caused this madness. The android could not believe it...then again...he didn't think other worlds had existed either and they clearly did. However, perhaps the most jarring thing was the fact that the minister was urging people to return to their safety. The android turned and handed Maria a key, "Go home, stay there, I need to go talk to the minister about something important." The android said patting her on the head with a smile. She began to complain, but he shook his head. Maria then nodded, and turned and ran back toward her apartment, the android could rest easy knowing she was safe.

Now he had to somehow get to the minister...because the way she was speaking about a future, and a Azores...that was the way a cornered woman was talking. It wasn't about saving as many lives as possible, it was about holding ground until a solution was found or it all blew over. If the android was right...and he was recalling a calamity that occured which caused the islands to be seperated..this was it. This could be what they were warned about...and if that was true...then he had to talk to Isla. It was clear that she at the very least had an idea about where to start looking, she didn't know who or where, but she might have a place to start. Not to mention, she had a bit of explaining to do.

The android backed away allowing them to establish a perimeter around the tower, he was not eager to seem as though he was trying to get past them without their permission. That alone would make them panic as an unknown element is trying to enter without their permission and that would never fly. Once they had established the perimeter, the android waited for several moments before approaching the perimeter slowly, he looked for an officer of some sort or someone who was giving orders. A part of him knew that this wouldn't work, but he had to try at the very least. If it failed then he could try something else.

"Excuse me, officer, my name is Alphonse Sentinel, and I have a few matters that are relevant to the current situation that are of importance to discuss with minister Isla. I understand now might not be the best time given the current circumstances, but the information I have is of grave importance. If there is some procedure or protocol you have, I'll follow it to the letter. But I need to speak with her as soon as possible. It might help her figure out what is going on." The android said, knowing that this was likely going to fail, they had no reason to let him through. Isla had no reason to care, unless she somehow knew of the android...which would be both questionable and mysterious.

Roxy patrolled the streets for a bit, but after the dome like object dropped down, she didn't have much to deal with. And after hearing Isla's broadcast, she only had one place to go: the tower. Now of course there might have been a good explanation for all of this, but it seemed the woman did know about this for some time, and lied straight to her face about it. Maybe it wasn't a lie, but more so a dance around the truth, which could still be considered a lie. Making her way to the tower, she called Isis down from her patrol, requesting that she enter her containment again. Of course the demon agreed, mostly because walking in there with a demon could be considered a threat. Approaching, she noticed that there was a man trying to speak to a police officer, though something about him was different. She moved up, trying to listen in on the conversation. It seemed that he knew about the situation; maybe he was aligned under one of those gods that liked to meddle in this situation. Either way she approached behind him, and pulled out her badge as she flashed it at the officer. If this kid knew something, it would be best to try and help him get up there to see her.  "Special Agent Roxy Monroe, F.B.I.. This is my partner" This was of course a lie, but who cared about lies at this point? She had heard his name, but he had already said it to this person, so right now that didn't matter. She put the badge away once she knew he had seen it, staring at the man through her glasses. "We need to speak to the Minister Isla, and assess this situation. So if you could please let us through." Of course it was strange for her to pick up a stranger like this, but working with persona users was essential. Even though she had no idea if he was one or not, she still needed to get up there. But from the sounds of it, he sounded genuine in saying that he had answers, and she needed some herself.

Well, this was getting crazier by the second, wasn't it? First Partisan was worried about demons swooping down on herself and Alec and now all of a sudden they were gone due some barrier placed up by the minister? What the hell was going on? The machine balled her fists in agitation before turning to tell Alec to leave; however, she was shocked to find he was gone. Huh? Now where had he gone? Tch! She had told him to stick close, but if he fled, then perhaps he was listening to the announcement and heading to stay inside....or at least that what she hoped he was doing.

Trying to believe that the guy would be okay, she would turn back to the situation at hand. Walking towards the duo trying to get in, she tried to her best to seem like a normal person and not some machine that was on the edge of blowing this whole joint up. That barrier. It was for the safety of the citizens and that was nice and all; however, she had a different sort of grudge against being unable to freely move. If she was stuck behind a barrier than that meant she wouldn't be able to continue to hunt down Phalanx or grow strong enough to match her younger brother. This would not do. Not at all. Still, executing everyone for this flaw would not solve anything either.

So approaching the duo that was already trying to get in, she would put on innocent act. "My name is Partisan. As a concerned citizen, I too would like to speak with the minister about this issue," she would state in calm tones to the force blocking their way. She wasn't sure if either would be let in, but at least she could try. She wanted to know more about this barrier and in turn figure out how that was going to impact her strategy.

The android was surprised as he was not the only one who stepped up to the soldiers, there was a woman who claimed that she was FBI and a few others who were stepping up out of concern. The android figured that would be the guards answer for them to move away and go to somewhere safe....fortunately, it seems as though their questions had a chance to be answered. Isla herself appeared, and made her way towards the group...already pegging them to be more than what they were. What that meant...he did not know...but he hoped that it meant she would be more relaxed about sharing information with them.

"I have my own questions, the others have their own questions, but I'll try to keep this brief since we both know that we are in a crisis. I simply wish to help, but in order to do so I need information, you mentioned that there is someone who is responsible for this mess but they are not here. Who do you believe to be responsible for this mess?" The android inquired, he needed answers and information if he were to try and help. If she had any information, it would help Sentinel out. He would then ask another question.

"Your power, I understand that there are multiple facuets of power, I've seen a few of them...but yours is new. Where did you get it? How did you get it?" The android did not expect much in regards to information from this question, he very much doubted that Isla trusted him at this time, but for now...he wanted to know. He partially trusted Isla for protecting Maria and the island, and because of her speech making it seem as though her back was against the wall. He just wanted to know more about the current situation, and just where exactly she fits in. He has one more question after these, but he wanted to hold that one for a later time. Whether it was the last question, and he wanted to make his position clear on it. The android just hoped that he was wrong about what sort of future she was protecting.

(I'm just going to keep rolling since Grantus responded to my questions, feel free to ask yours too.)

The android nodded, so there two main suspects, the first is Zachary, a well known gang leader in Standasen. Then evidently there was this group who is meant to keep the balance of the worlds nd keep them safe, Isla suspects either the group or a member of the group had gone rogue. The android grew a bit concerned about the fact that she couldn't tell him everything about this other individual, who was attending personal business. Why couldn't she tell them about this other person?

"Well that seems a bit suspicious, I do hope this person who helped you gain your powers is trustworthy. Though I suppose if they seek to help you preserve the future of these islands then they can't be all bad." Sentinel said, he was unsure of what sort of future this mysterious individual had planned, but if they wanted to prevent the possible destruction that he could see coming then they were likely an ally. The android would have to inquire more about this individual, but right now there were a few other questions he had to ask.

"I suppose you are heading to stop Zachary and learn more about all this madness?" The android inquired, "It seems logical since he appears to be the only real lead we have to discovering the mastermind behind all this. Though am I right in thinking if you were to meet an unfortunate end, would the barrier then fall and the demons would be able to return?" The android was concerned about that to say the least. If he was right...then he would have to protect Isla, as she is currently keeping Maria safe from otherworldly harm. While the barrier falling would mean that he could return, but right now...this barrier was preventing a greater loss in life. However, the android was also being quite cautious, he would watch Isla very carefully, looking for any signs that she could be lying. He did not know her tells, but he would try and see if there was anything in her posture, eyes, facial expression that might indicate that she is lying about how the barrier would fall.

(( I am still here. Sorry it took so long.))

While Partisan started off ticked and irritable, the machine would find herself actually taking a step back as the soldiers began to shift to let the minster through. When the lady was straight to the point with the matter, the machine’s cogs whirled in confusion. Why would she assume such things just because they were in front of the tower demanding to see her? What if they were simply just concerned citizen that had more courage than everyone else? Peculiar; however, she did not focus on this as she heard the information given when the male had asked his questions.

Staying quiet she would listen carefully to the talk absorbing it all in. World take overs, guardians going rouge, other worlds, powers from demons? What was all this?

“..So let me get this straight. This Zack kid is trying to take over the world, while someone else is trying to upset the balance. You and your…friend are working to protect the islands via whatever power you have thus why you sealed off this place to preserve it…” Partisan would repeat the information as she looked upward trying to get it to sink in. After a moment her eyes would settle on the woman once more. “So tell me what exactly are you going to do? I mean honestly do you plan to do this all by yourself with your friend? What happens if you both fail? Who would take up the cause then? And what of the people? If what you are saying is true, who are you leaving to guard them? And on that note is your friend setting up barriers too?” Partisan asked her mind focused more on the people and this situation rather than her personal goals for now.

The android frowned a bit, if her partner was taking up more than they should, that seemed to put an impression that they were in trouble or under going some difficult challenge at the very least. "Very well, if you trust her then I suppose I see no reason not to trust her. Though I would like to meet this mysterious ally soon rather than later. As your hope that they will do the right thing concerns me somewhat." He said before turning his attention to the answer of his own questions, it seems as though Isla was going to have to stay put. If she failed to stop Zachary then the barrier would fall. The other question is why would Zachary be willing to let all these people die...what did he gain from this?

Not to mention, what was Isla's partner doing at this very moment? What could require the energy that Isla needs at this moment and what sort of bond did the two share? The android found it odd that in the time of saving everyone's life that this partner starts taking up the most energy. Whether or not this is a coincidence is uncertain....then again even Isla seems to be doubting if they will do the right thing. ...What sort of partner did she have.

"You have my help to say the least, I have friends outside, and here that I have a desire to protect. Though it extends beyond them, one of my friends died to give these islands a chance at peace, to let it all go to waste now...is something that I cannot allow. Not after he gave everything to protect them and our future." Sentinel said, "If it means we can protect our world and then handle the mastermind or rogue element that is behind all this...then I believe we need to act now. Is there anything else I need to know before I step out there? Where is Zachary likely to be, or his reasons for doing this?" Alphonse asked, he seemed fairly confident in his own abilities and strength. This wasn't his first rodeo with the supernatural, but he would like to avoid violence if he could. Perhaps Zachary could be convinced of the error in his ways without having to fight him. Right now he seemed to be the only lead that the android had. Therefore, he wanted to go and speak to him in person.

Partisan would hear the words and frown a bit. An ally that seemed to not be trustworthy, but was? That was kind of shady….and it seemed the other with her agreed to a degree. She wasn’t so sure about putting trust in an unpredictable variable like that, especially after what the woman had said before. The other thing that bothered her was the fact that said partner was taking on more than the minister was as far as work load went. Why would she do that? Was there an underlying motive behind that?...Or was she simply over thinking things?

“Hmm…” the machine would let out the small sound as she pondered that a bit more before focusing on the latter part of the problem, her frown only deepening as things unfolded more. So…Isla was stuck here in order to keep the barrier up, but needed to folk to go out and fight Zachary. That put her in quite the pickle, didn’t it? On one hand, the machine wanted to selfishly back out of this and continue her hunt for her brother, on another she wanted to do something to help the woman…

It would take a moment of thinking before the machine rubbed her chin as she looked between the two. Her eyes would eventually settle on the minister.  

“I am sure you have many that could protect you, but being one that could better handle a supernatural attack I would like to request staying by your side and aiding you. Sure, I might need a bit of training, but I am quite determined not to let this barrier fall,” Partisan told the woman making her choice here and now. It hurt a bit considering her hunt would end should the woman accept her, but she was willing to push down programming to do what she knew was right. Isla was key to protecting this place, so she couldn’t let their only defense go down.  Letting her eyes linger on the woman for a bit longer, she would look up at the man giving him a sheepish smile as she rubbed the back of her head.

“As much as I want to join you in your fight against Zachary, I am afraid I cannot leave this one or this place unguarded. Even if there is a small chance, I want to keep this safe haven here as long as possible. So it looks like you might have to find allies somewhere else...” she would trail off, but a few seconds after she did, another voice would enter the area.

“You won’t have to look far that,” the voice was male coming from the direction of an alley that led to the area. Partisan would blink as her eyes focused on that spot as a man in black came out of the alley and made his present known. Knowing that his presence might be seen as suspicious, he would look at each person carefully as he settled a safe distance away from the group.

“I apologize for the intrusion, but I happened to be wandering by when I heard Zachary brought up. Considering my target is the same as yours, I could not help but to come over," he would say as blue orbs landed first on the minister before moving to look at the group.

“My name is Hiro, I am a wander that wants to stop this nonsense as much as the next person. I am willing to lend my sword and what little power I do have to your cause. As for where Zachary may be, I think if we follow the demons or those that heard his announcement and fled to him out of fear, then they will lead us right to him,” Hiro would say before becoming quiet again to see what would unfold from this.

Meanwhile, a careful eye could catch the small creature that rested on Hiro's shoulder watching the situation unfold before them.
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