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| − | <div></div><br> <br>Aaron can be found waiting patiently outside Zephyr HQ, leaning against the wall near the entrance. Whenever someone who's supposed to be present for the mission arrives, she seems to smile slightly, as if reassured that people weren't simply going to bail out; this mission is /possible/ with less than six, but noticeably less safe. As time passes and more of the expected people filter in, she nods her head very subtly and silently tracks who she expected that has yet to appear.<br> <br>Astara exits the lobby, pushing two doors open to get her large arachne body through. She takes a deep breath of fresh-er air, and exhales smiling, looking around; smiles wider as she spots Aaron, skittering over to where she's waiting. "I'm here!"<br> <br>Angus checks the paper again, checking the message on his comm unit as he slinks in from the outer entrance of the Zepyhr compound, the cherry on his cigarette flaring red for a moment as he steps up. "Hello again Aaron, heard you need some help?" The coyote asks, shifting the weight of the duffle bag hanging off his right shoulder as he takes stock of who is already here.<br> <br>Nisha circles around above the assembled figures for a couple loops as she bleeds altitude, then comes in for a gentle landing a couple dozen feet away. The panther taur fluffs her wings a bit before settling them on her back again, then walks over to the rest of the assembled figures. She's come loaded for bare, but has some casual clothing over her body as well, to hide as much of the weaponry as she can. She says nothing as she approaches, on the assumption her entrance wasn't exactly subtle, and her presense hasn't been missed so far.<br> <br>Colette slips in to the Zephyr's safe zone from the west, staring up at the wall as she passes by them. A hand went to her back as she looked around, feeling for something under her clothes, then letting out a sigh as she seemed to find what she was looking for. Quietly, she wandered over to Aaron, and as she got closer a small nod was given with a smile. She stayed quiet, looking around at the others that had gathered as well, inching a bit closer to Nisha as she did.<br> <br>Cameron came padding in from the outer gate. Her hands fiddling with what looked like a large cannon, though large in the little kitty's hands. She went through her mental check list of needed gear as she slung the weapon over her shoulder next to her pack. Seeing the bunny she gave a small wave as she drew closer to the gathered crowd. She then checked the wrist mounted comm unit to make sure she was on time.<br> <br>Jojo walks with haste down to the meeting area beside Zephyr, dressed up for the worst in his armor, a few weapons hanging on him as if he expected fights in the near future. Though the rabbit had very little interaction with Zephyr, or even knew much about them, the oppertunity to be of use quickly drew his attention down. He still even had a little flyer folded up in his bag. Giving a wave to the others who might glance his way, settling in closer to Aaron. "Aaron!" he excplaims happily. "I heard there was stuff going on! Any way I... or we can help?" <br> <br>Aaron seems to be satisfied with the appearance of six agents, even if one of them wasn't who she had chosen; he'd been forced to beg out due to prior obligations. Still, having Angus along could be, uh, interesting. She begins to pace back and forth, drawing in a deep breath. "All right. It's good to see all of you, whether I interviewed with you or not. Let's get right down to business. For those of you who aren't familiar, let me lay down some history. About a month ago, we started on a project wherein Zephyr's "safe zone" would be significantly expanded. Agents were sent in two-person teams in all directions to investigate the area, make sure structural damage was within acceptable limits, ensure that ferals had vacated per our agreement, and so on. Things went pretty smoothly and everyone did their jobs. Until..." She turns to face the six of you. "One of the local packs, a cluster of latex foxes, decided to renege on their agreement and attack the agents investigating the restaurant to the northeast." There seems to be more, but she's giving all of you a moment to digest the information.<br> <br>Astara sighs towards the end of Aaron's explanation, shaking her head slightly. "Could have gone better, that's for sure... though, it could have gone worse, too. Just glad Vaeri and I didn't get squished, or get showered in shrapnel and debris."<br> <br>Angus gives Aaron a bit of a smile, he was here looking for fun! Which means anything instead of sitting within a workshop just cranking out weapons of destruction. "So basically the latex foxes started a party and won't leave the place now? Seems like bad neighbors either way." Crossing his arms over his chest he takes stock of the other participants, giving a nod to any of them that he makes eye contact with. <br> <br>Nisha watches the other agents as they coalesce around Aaron, waiting for the assignment. This group is even more unfamiliar to her than the last... Until she sees Colette. The panther taur smiles and takes a few steps twowards the serval, then leans down and puts a hand on her shoulder. "Hey there. You signed up for this too?" She asks in a whisper. Nisha then nuzzles Colette for a second and looks up to Aaron as the rabbit begins her speech. Nisha nods along, as she remembers quite well how things went last time.<br> <br>Colette smiles up at Nisha, nodding in response. "It seemed like a good cause. I want to help if I can." As Aaron begins her recap of last mission, her smile turns to a frown, closing her eyes and clasping her hands together, whispering a silent prayer.<br> <br>Cameron gave a small nod as she found a place to stand. Though she couldn't help but give the other coyote a curious look. She then turned to regard the other agents as Aaron filled in the others about what had happened last time. Remembering the fight she figured it was a good thing she had come prepared this time just in case. Speaking of she pulls out a small sword from her pack and straps in onto her hips, her tiny hands adjusting it a moment to let it sit comfortably.<br> <br>Jojo raises an eyebrow, glancing back toward the northeast with a huff. "Latex foxes.." he grumbles, closing his eyes for a moment and shaking his head. Stray words here and there about the events prior to now had wandered to his ear over the course of time, though that definitely was a bit of news to him. Just when he thought the bombing was bad enough. "It's really great to hear Zephyr is being expanded but.. I assume you're looking for us to clear out the foxes?" He turns back to the group, looking back and forth between the faces and whatever their reactions might be. | + | <div></div><br> <br>Aaron can be found waiting patiently outside Zephyr HQ, leaning against the wall near the entrance. Whenever someone who's supposed to be present for the mission arrives, she seems to smile slightly, as if reassured that people weren't simply going to bail out; this mission is /possible/ with less than six, but noticeably less safe. As time passes and more of the expected people filter in, she nods her head very subtly and silently tracks who she expected that has yet to appear.<br> <br>Astara exits the lobby, pushing two doors open to get her large arachne body through. She takes a deep breath of fresh-er air, and exhales smiling, looking around; smiles wider as she spots Aaron, skittering over to where she's waiting. "I'm here!"<br> <br>Angus checks the paper again, checking the message on his comm unit as he slinks in from the outer entrance of the Zepyhr compound, the cherry on his cigarette flaring red for a moment as he steps up. "Hello again Aaron, heard you need some help?" The coyote asks, shifting the weight of the duffle bag hanging off his right shoulder as he takes stock of who is already here.<br> <br>Nisha circles around above the assembled figures for a couple loops as she bleeds altitude, then comes in for a gentle landing a couple dozen feet away. The panther taur fluffs her wings a bit before settling them on her back again, then walks over to the rest of the assembled figures. She's come loaded for bare, but has some casual clothing over her body as well, to hide as much of the weaponry as she can. She says nothing as she approaches, on the assumption her entrance wasn't exactly subtle, and her presense hasn't been missed so far.<br> <br>Colette slips in to the Zephyr's safe zone from the west, staring up at the wall as she passes by them. A hand went to her back as she looked around, feeling for something under her clothes, then letting out a sigh as she seemed to find what she was looking for. Quietly, she wandered over to Aaron, and as she got closer a small nod was given with a smile. She stayed quiet, looking around at the others that had gathered as well, inching a bit closer to Nisha as she did.<br> <br>Cameron came padding in from the outer gate. Her hands fiddling with what looked like a large cannon, though large in the little kitty's hands. She went through her mental check list of needed gear as she slung the weapon over her shoulder next to her pack. Seeing the bunny she gave a small wave as she drew closer to the gathered crowd. She then checked the wrist mounted comm unit to make sure she was on time.<br> <br>Jojo walks with haste down to the meeting area beside Zephyr, dressed up for the worst in his armor, a few weapons hanging on him as if he expected fights in the near future. Though the rabbit had very little interaction with Zephyr, or even knew much about them, the oppertunity to be of use quickly drew his attention down. He still even had a little flyer folded up in his bag. Giving a wave to the others who might glance his way, settling in closer to Aaron. "Aaron!" he excplaims happily. "I heard there was stuff going on! Any way I... or we can help?" <br> <br>Aaron seems to be satisfied with the appearance of six agents, even if one of them wasn't who she had chosen; he'd been forced to beg out due to prior obligations. Still, having Angus along could be, uh, interesting. She begins to pace back and forth, drawing in a deep breath. "All right. It's good to see all of you, whether I interviewed with you or not. Let's get right down to business. For those of you who aren't familiar, let me lay down some history. About a month ago, we started on a project wherein Zephyr's "safe zone" would be significantly expanded. Agents were sent in two-person teams in all directions to investigate the area, make sure structural damage was within acceptable limits, ensure that ferals had vacated per our agreement, and so on. Things went pretty smoothly and everyone did their jobs. Until..." She turns to face the six of you. "One of the local packs, a cluster of latex foxes, decided to renege on their agreement and attack the agents investigating the restaurant to the northeast." There seems to be more, but she's giving all of you a moment to digest the information.<br> <br>Astara sighs towards the end of Aaron's explanation, shaking her head slightly. "Could have gone better, that's for sure... though, it could have gone worse, too. Just glad Vaeri and I didn't get squished, or get showered in shrapnel and debris."<br> <br>Angus gives Aaron a bit of a smile, he was here looking for fun! Which means anything instead of sitting within a workshop just cranking out weapons of destruction. "So basically the latex foxes started a party and won't leave the place now? Seems like bad neighbors either way." Crossing his arms over his chest he takes stock of the other participants, giving a nod to any of them that he makes eye contact with. <br> <br>Nisha watches the other agents as they coalesce around Aaron, waiting for the assignment. This group is even more unfamiliar to her than the last... Until she sees Colette. The panther taur smiles and takes a few steps twowards the serval, then leans down and puts a hand on her shoulder. "Hey there. You signed up for this too?" She asks in a whisper. Nisha then nuzzles Colette for a second and looks up to Aaron as the rabbit begins her speech. Nisha nods along, as she remembers quite well how things went last time.<br> <br>Colette smiles up at Nisha, nodding in response. "It seemed like a good cause. I want to help if I can." As Aaron begins her recap of last mission, her smile turns to a frown, closing her eyes and clasping her hands together, whispering a silent prayer.<br> <br>Cameron gave a small nod as she found a place to stand. Though she couldn't help but give the other coyote a curious look. She then turned to regard the other agents as Aaron filled in the others about what had happened last time. Remembering the fight she figured it was a good thing she had come prepared this time just in case. Speaking of she pulls out a small sword from her pack and straps in onto her hips, her tiny hands adjusting it a moment to let it sit comfortably.<br> <br>Jojo raises an eyebrow, glancing back toward the northeast with a huff. "Latex foxes.." he grumbles, closing his eyes for a moment and shaking his head. Stray words here and there about the events prior to now had wandered to his ear over the course of time, though that definitely was a bit of news to him. Just when he thought the bombing was bad enough. "It's really great to hear Zephyr is being expanded but.. I assume you're looking for us to clear out the foxes?" He turns back to the group, looking back and forth between the faces and whatever their reactions might be.<br> <br>Aaron briefly nods to Jojo, then continues with her story. "The GOOD news is that I'm on good enough terms with a pack of local wolf beasts that they had our backs, and were closing in on the foxes. The BAD news is that one of our agents decided to drop grenades on the whole thing. Foxes, wolves, building, the works." Rubbing her temples, she continues, "That agent will not be joining us. Needless to say, what would have turned into a rout in our favor became a debacle. The building was further damaged and needs re-examining. Now, if that was all that was wrong, this mission would be a cake-walk." Another short sigh escapes. "Matters are further complicated by the fact that the latex foxes interpreted this as a victory and have moved in. They're inside; we need them not to be." Looking from person to person, she instructs, "This is where you come in. Our goal is primarily diplomatic. You are to go to the restaurant, engage the foxes in negotiatons - don't worry, their leader is still somewhat coherent - and convince them to leave." A firm gaze is cast to several present. "Now, here are your mission parameters. Your mission is DIPLOMACY. We want to convince them that being here is not in their best interests. Violence is to be a last resort. That said...Zephyr wanted the foxes 'pacified', and we all know damn good and well that they aren't overly picky. If they leave with their tails between their legs because we smack them around a bit, well. That's a damn shame, but it's a reality we may have to face if our words fail. Now then, any questions so far?"<br> <br>"Hmm... you answered anything I would've asked, really." Astara says, still thinking it over a little. "Well, I guess whenever the foxes are taken care of - one way or another - I'll volunteer to re-examine the building. Still have enough of a memory of what was there to see what... changes they might've made in the intervening time." She nods in self-affirmation, before snickering a little; "If we need to bind anyone... I also have that covered!", and she wiggles her spider booty a little for emphasis.<br> <br>Angus puts his hands up in the air, palms out. "Hey, hey I get it. Don't start shooting till they get snarly. I can still make funny faces right?" He teases, his smile fading a moment later as he starts to get serious. "Do you know how many are actually in there?"<br> <br>Nisha nods and smiles at Colette again. "Yeah, I know what you mean. It'll be nive to make some difference around here." She says as she tries to keep her voice low enough to not interrupt Aaron's speech. The panther taur chuckles wryly when Aaron stresses diplomacy so highly, then tucks the bandolier of spare clips around her waist under her shirt. It'll be inconvienient if they're needed, but... What can you do? She then looks down at Colette and lowers herself so she's lying down, then nudges the serval's cheek with her muzzle. "Climb on my back if you want a ride." She whispers before looking back up at Aaron.<br> <br>Colette smiles up at Nisha, before she raises her hand slowly to head-level, speaking out shortly after. "Uhm.. do we have any information that we can use against them?" She nods to Angus's question, "Are there times where groups of them leave for anything..? If it turns violent, it may be best to be able to take things bit by bit as much as possible..."<br> <br>Cameron gave the bunny a small nod in the affirmative at her words. She was glad the mission was of a more diplimatic nature, she wasn't keen on hurting ferals if it could be avoided. "Understood." She hoped the mission was a peaceful, cause making more of a mess then the building already was would be counter productive, hopefully they could avoid putting more holes in the building then there already was.<br> <br>Jojo nods his head, looking over the plethora of items he had on his person. "Well, that's a breather! I really hope I won't have to bother with any of these! I think we can make some heedway with the foxes, how bad could it really go?" The rabbit waves off the worries with a jovial chuckle. "Any advice you can give us before we head out? Things that could make our conversations go as smoothly as possible?"<br> <br>Aaron nods briefly to Angus. "We know there's at least a dozen. That's why I'm sending in six agents. You should be more than a match for them if combat becomes an issue, but again, I'm hoping that's not an issue; the big reason for a group this size is because we don't want to show them weakness - we know two people represent a force they're willing to attack - but we don't want to go in with an army and look like we're forcing them out." Colette gets a regretful shake of her head and an "I don't know, sorry.", and Jojo's answer is more along the lines of, "One moment." That said, she draws in a deep breath. "A few more interesting wrinkles exist. Number one, they're going to have an alpha to whom you need to speak. I'm not asking you to choose an 'alpha', of course, but you do need to choose a team leader amongst yourselves. Someone well-spoken who will be leading the discussion, because if all of you talk at once, everything will go to hell. I'll let you choose that person amongst yourselves, but I want you to choose said team leader before you head out. Number two, for whatever reason, the foxes now consider me an enemy. As a result, I won't be able to go with you, as my presence would poison negotiations. I'm counting on this group to make things right. Number three might be a little bit in our favor; I'm told that there have been sounds of argument coming from inside. Possibly a power struggle. Feel free to figure out how to use that to your advantage."<br> <br>Astara's face scrunches in thought, letting out a low "Hmmm...." as she digests the information. "Do we know what motivations they have, or is that to be figured out on-the-spot? And on a different note, for voting for a leader, how about we at least narrow our choices down to who actually is up for such a job. For me... I'm not going to discinlude myself from it, so you can vote for me if you want." She smiles, showing off her fangs and teeth. "My size might help a little."<br> <br>Angus clasps his hands together, stretching his arms above his head. "Right, pop into the lions den, shake its paw and see if we can't get it to go away instead of snapping at us. Seems like a walk in the park, want us to pick anything up for you while you're there?" He grins, giving Aaron a wink. "Last time I ran into a pack of squeakers they ran the moment I palmed a grenade, these guys sound just a little more brave but shouldn't be to much of a problem. We'll have your restraunt cleared out for you without incident, even if we have to bash a few skulls. " |
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Aaron can be found waiting patiently outside Zephyr HQ, leaning against the wall near the entrance. Whenever someone who's supposed to be present for the mission arrives, she seems to smile slightly, as if reassured that people weren't simply going to bail out; this mission is /possible/ with less than six, but noticeably less safe. As time passes and more of the expected people filter in, she nods her head very subtly and silently tracks who she expected that has yet to appear.
Astara exits the lobby, pushing two doors open to get her large arachne body through. She takes a deep breath of fresh-er air, and exhales smiling, looking around; smiles wider as she spots Aaron, skittering over to where she's waiting. "I'm here!"
Angus checks the paper again, checking the message on his comm unit as he slinks in from the outer entrance of the Zepyhr compound, the cherry on his cigarette flaring red for a moment as he steps up. "Hello again Aaron, heard you need some help?" The coyote asks, shifting the weight of the duffle bag hanging off his right shoulder as he takes stock of who is already here.
Nisha circles around above the assembled figures for a couple loops as she bleeds altitude, then comes in for a gentle landing a couple dozen feet away. The panther taur fluffs her wings a bit before settling them on her back again, then walks over to the rest of the assembled figures. She's come loaded for bare, but has some casual clothing over her body as well, to hide as much of the weaponry as she can. She says nothing as she approaches, on the assumption her entrance wasn't exactly subtle, and her presense hasn't been missed so far.
Colette slips in to the Zephyr's safe zone from the west, staring up at the wall as she passes by them. A hand went to her back as she looked around, feeling for something under her clothes, then letting out a sigh as she seemed to find what she was looking for. Quietly, she wandered over to Aaron, and as she got closer a small nod was given with a smile. She stayed quiet, looking around at the others that had gathered as well, inching a bit closer to Nisha as she did.
Cameron came padding in from the outer gate. Her hands fiddling with what looked like a large cannon, though large in the little kitty's hands. She went through her mental check list of needed gear as she slung the weapon over her shoulder next to her pack. Seeing the bunny she gave a small wave as she drew closer to the gathered crowd. She then checked the wrist mounted comm unit to make sure she was on time.
Jojo walks with haste down to the meeting area beside Zephyr, dressed up for the worst in his armor, a few weapons hanging on him as if he expected fights in the near future. Though the rabbit had very little interaction with Zephyr, or even knew much about them, the oppertunity to be of use quickly drew his attention down. He still even had a little flyer folded up in his bag. Giving a wave to the others who might glance his way, settling in closer to Aaron. "Aaron!" he excplaims happily. "I heard there was stuff going on! Any way I... or we can help?"
Aaron seems to be satisfied with the appearance of six agents, even if one of them wasn't who she had chosen; he'd been forced to beg out due to prior obligations. Still, having Angus along could be, uh, interesting. She begins to pace back and forth, drawing in a deep breath. "All right. It's good to see all of you, whether I interviewed with you or not. Let's get right down to business. For those of you who aren't familiar, let me lay down some history. About a month ago, we started on a project wherein Zephyr's "safe zone" would be significantly expanded. Agents were sent in two-person teams in all directions to investigate the area, make sure structural damage was within acceptable limits, ensure that ferals had vacated per our agreement, and so on. Things went pretty smoothly and everyone did their jobs. Until..." She turns to face the six of you. "One of the local packs, a cluster of latex foxes, decided to renege on their agreement and attack the agents investigating the restaurant to the northeast." There seems to be more, but she's giving all of you a moment to digest the information.
Astara sighs towards the end of Aaron's explanation, shaking her head slightly. "Could have gone better, that's for sure... though, it could have gone worse, too. Just glad Vaeri and I didn't get squished, or get showered in shrapnel and debris."
Angus gives Aaron a bit of a smile, he was here looking for fun! Which means anything instead of sitting within a workshop just cranking out weapons of destruction. "So basically the latex foxes started a party and won't leave the place now? Seems like bad neighbors either way." Crossing his arms over his chest he takes stock of the other participants, giving a nod to any of them that he makes eye contact with.
Nisha watches the other agents as they coalesce around Aaron, waiting for the assignment. This group is even more unfamiliar to her than the last... Until she sees Colette. The panther taur smiles and takes a few steps twowards the serval, then leans down and puts a hand on her shoulder. "Hey there. You signed up for this too?" She asks in a whisper. Nisha then nuzzles Colette for a second and looks up to Aaron as the rabbit begins her speech. Nisha nods along, as she remembers quite well how things went last time.
Colette smiles up at Nisha, nodding in response. "It seemed like a good cause. I want to help if I can." As Aaron begins her recap of last mission, her smile turns to a frown, closing her eyes and clasping her hands together, whispering a silent prayer.
Cameron gave a small nod as she found a place to stand. Though she couldn't help but give the other coyote a curious look. She then turned to regard the other agents as Aaron filled in the others about what had happened last time. Remembering the fight she figured it was a good thing she had come prepared this time just in case. Speaking of she pulls out a small sword from her pack and straps in onto her hips, her tiny hands adjusting it a moment to let it sit comfortably.
Jojo raises an eyebrow, glancing back toward the northeast with a huff. "Latex foxes.." he grumbles, closing his eyes for a moment and shaking his head. Stray words here and there about the events prior to now had wandered to his ear over the course of time, though that definitely was a bit of news to him. Just when he thought the bombing was bad enough. "It's really great to hear Zephyr is being expanded but.. I assume you're looking for us to clear out the foxes?" He turns back to the group, looking back and forth between the faces and whatever their reactions might be.
Aaron briefly nods to Jojo, then continues with her story. "The GOOD news is that I'm on good enough terms with a pack of local wolf beasts that they had our backs, and were closing in on the foxes. The BAD news is that one of our agents decided to drop grenades on the whole thing. Foxes, wolves, building, the works." Rubbing her temples, she continues, "That agent will not be joining us. Needless to say, what would have turned into a rout in our favor became a debacle. The building was further damaged and needs re-examining. Now, if that was all that was wrong, this mission would be a cake-walk." Another short sigh escapes. "Matters are further complicated by the fact that the latex foxes interpreted this as a victory and have moved in. They're inside; we need them not to be." Looking from person to person, she instructs, "This is where you come in. Our goal is primarily diplomatic. You are to go to the restaurant, engage the foxes in negotiatons - don't worry, their leader is still somewhat coherent - and convince them to leave." A firm gaze is cast to several present. "Now, here are your mission parameters. Your mission is DIPLOMACY. We want to convince them that being here is not in their best interests. Violence is to be a last resort. That said...Zephyr wanted the foxes 'pacified', and we all know damn good and well that they aren't overly picky. If they leave with their tails between their legs because we smack them around a bit, well. That's a damn shame, but it's a reality we may have to face if our words fail. Now then, any questions so far?"
"Hmm... you answered anything I would've asked, really." Astara says, still thinking it over a little. "Well, I guess whenever the foxes are taken care of - one way or another - I'll volunteer to re-examine the building. Still have enough of a memory of what was there to see what... changes they might've made in the intervening time." She nods in self-affirmation, before snickering a little; "If we need to bind anyone... I also have that covered!", and she wiggles her spider booty a little for emphasis.
Angus puts his hands up in the air, palms out. "Hey, hey I get it. Don't start shooting till they get snarly. I can still make funny faces right?" He teases, his smile fading a moment later as he starts to get serious. "Do you know how many are actually in there?"
Nisha nods and smiles at Colette again. "Yeah, I know what you mean. It'll be nive to make some difference around here." She says as she tries to keep her voice low enough to not interrupt Aaron's speech. The panther taur chuckles wryly when Aaron stresses diplomacy so highly, then tucks the bandolier of spare clips around her waist under her shirt. It'll be inconvienient if they're needed, but... What can you do? She then looks down at Colette and lowers herself so she's lying down, then nudges the serval's cheek with her muzzle. "Climb on my back if you want a ride." She whispers before looking back up at Aaron.
Colette smiles up at Nisha, before she raises her hand slowly to head-level, speaking out shortly after. "Uhm.. do we have any information that we can use against them?" She nods to Angus's question, "Are there times where groups of them leave for anything..? If it turns violent, it may be best to be able to take things bit by bit as much as possible..."
Cameron gave the bunny a small nod in the affirmative at her words. She was glad the mission was of a more diplimatic nature, she wasn't keen on hurting ferals if it could be avoided. "Understood." She hoped the mission was a peaceful, cause making more of a mess then the building already was would be counter productive, hopefully they could avoid putting more holes in the building then there already was.
Jojo nods his head, looking over the plethora of items he had on his person. "Well, that's a breather! I really hope I won't have to bother with any of these! I think we can make some heedway with the foxes, how bad could it really go?" The rabbit waves off the worries with a jovial chuckle. "Any advice you can give us before we head out? Things that could make our conversations go as smoothly as possible?"
Aaron nods briefly to Angus. "We know there's at least a dozen. That's why I'm sending in six agents. You should be more than a match for them if combat becomes an issue, but again, I'm hoping that's not an issue; the big reason for a group this size is because we don't want to show them weakness - we know two people represent a force they're willing to attack - but we don't want to go in with an army and look like we're forcing them out." Colette gets a regretful shake of her head and an "I don't know, sorry.", and Jojo's answer is more along the lines of, "One moment." That said, she draws in a deep breath. "A few more interesting wrinkles exist. Number one, they're going to have an alpha to whom you need to speak. I'm not asking you to choose an 'alpha', of course, but you do need to choose a team leader amongst yourselves. Someone well-spoken who will be leading the discussion, because if all of you talk at once, everything will go to hell. I'll let you choose that person amongst yourselves, but I want you to choose said team leader before you head out. Number two, for whatever reason, the foxes now consider me an enemy. As a result, I won't be able to go with you, as my presence would poison negotiations. I'm counting on this group to make things right. Number three might be a little bit in our favor; I'm told that there have been sounds of argument coming from inside. Possibly a power struggle. Feel free to figure out how to use that to your advantage."
Astara's face scrunches in thought, letting out a low "Hmmm...." as she digests the information. "Do we know what motivations they have, or is that to be figured out on-the-spot? And on a different note, for voting for a leader, how about we at least narrow our choices down to who actually is up for such a job. For me... I'm not going to discinlude myself from it, so you can vote for me if you want." She smiles, showing off her fangs and teeth. "My size might help a little."
Angus clasps his hands together, stretching his arms above his head. "Right, pop into the lions den, shake its paw and see if we can't get it to go away instead of snapping at us. Seems like a walk in the park, want us to pick anything up for you while you're there?" He grins, giving Aaron a wink. "Last time I ran into a pack of squeakers they ran the moment I palmed a grenade, these guys sound just a little more brave but shouldn't be to much of a problem. We'll have your restraunt cleared out for you without incident, even if we have to bash a few skulls. "
