Michael looks at Katy and says, "That sounds like a good plan, unfortunately we both know how easily plans can fall apart due to something being overlooked. And, if Samuel is as tech-savvy as you think, wouldn't Shelly have already gotten him to build a deroboticizer in Aquarius?"

Michael then blinks for a moment as he truly doesn't know if Aquarius already has a Deroboticizer, and if they did then Katy's plan on starting to deroboticize people wouldn't be as far off as Michael fears it is.

Samuel however does consider a few other things that can be done that wouldn't result in Samuel being tossed out into the lake with a hundred pounds of chain and no breathing apparatus. 'Better think of something that won't have them trying to lynch me when its over.'

Samuel shakes his head for a moment as get's an idea and mutters, "I think I can think up something that can be done in addition to swiping a few SWATBot heads." Samuel isn't sure that laser etching a 'Killroy was here' sign with a smiley face on the headquarters in Middletown would accomplish much other than possibly ticking Robotnik off... which is enough to have Samuel try it. After all Samuel has had to 'play nice' with the people he's living among and he's itching for a prank...especially one that could serve as a distraction for getting away with a few SWATBot heads. At least he knows such a sign could be made rather fast.

  Not surprisingly, Mittens is aching for some action and does everything in her power to streamline the process of getting started - namely, quietly following orders with nothing more than a bow or salute - but the time has come to finally add a few words.

  "Perhaps if we attack the area of town that had a water sports store we could get lucky and find a spare scuba set!"   ^.^

Shelly raises a finger... "You know what? Why didn't I think of that? You're right. I was going to suggest attacking a spot that was far from the junkyard anyway since it's not a good idea to appear at the same spot twice. Mittens' idea gives a good attack point that does just that. And it takes care of another concern all at once. Good thinking, Mittens!"

Katy blinkblinks... then grabs her communicator. "Shelly... come in. This is Katy."

Shelly answers, "I was getting ready to contact you, Katy. What's your concern?"

Katy explains the idea and Shelly continues, "Sorry, no. We don't have a deroboticizer. But it sounds like something Samuel would DEFINATELY want to learn how to make if possible." Shelly turns to Samuel since she was following him and Mittens to the moonpool.

Samuel asks, "Regarding Mittens' suggestion, that does require knowing where such a location in Middletown is. And frankly I don't know where such a shop would be." Upon hearing the conversation between Shelly and Katy as Samuel then adds, as he uses his communication's bracer to 'tap' into the conversation so that Katy can also hear him since Samuel knows the frequencies being used. "Naturally I want to find someone capable of building a Deroboticizer, or at least the blueprints to make one. Without one I'll never be able to save my crewmates from Robotnik and escape this world with them using the shuttle. Then all I have to do is sit back and let Markus tap into the Space Force's Quarantine Beacon to transmit a signal to notify them that we need a pick up. If by that time Robotnik has been defeated we could also let them know the quarantine is no longer needed due to the source of the danger being eliminated."

Samuel is a bit curious to know why those in Channelwood are asking if Aquarius has a Deroboticizer. But figures it is probably one of those 'by the way you don't happen to have...' type questions.

Michael shrugs as he hears that they don't have a Derobotizer in Aquarius as Micheal didn't expect them to. Michael then mutters, "Figures that his plans are self centered. If we aren't careful if Samuel gets his hands on a Deroboticizer, he'll probably take it with him into space and not share with the rest of us," as Michael crosses his arms and looks at Katy with a sort of 'I told you so' look on his face.

Shelly adds, "Hey Katy... Middletown was your home right? Well do you happen to know if there was a shop that would have sold scuba gear or something close? And where?"

Katy answers, "You are correct... Middletown was my home. And yes, there was a shop for that stuff. I can meet up with your team and provide a copy of the Middletown map on their way there." She looks to Michael, "Tell Emerald I need an extra copy of the Middletown map quickly. And tell her to focus on the intersection of Green Street and Patomac. All other details are not neccessary for now."

Katy then continues with Shelly, "I'm giving a very undetailed map for now, but the part where the shop is will be sufficiently detailed. We'll work on getting you all a better map after this mission. OK?"

Shelly smiles over at Samuel. "We may not know where the shop is, but as of two days ago, we know people who DO know."

Samuel nods to Shelly as he won't argue the advantage of knowing people who have the information you need. After all sometimes it's who you know, not what you know, that is important. Samuel does seem a bit distracted as he considers how 'going' for scuba gear will affect his desire to pull off a 'Killroy was here' in Middletown.
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Michael smirks slightly as he heads off to find Emerald to inform her about the copy of a map of Middletown. As the chimpanzee makes use of branches as shortcuts along his way, Michael figures that if nothing else, at least now they now have the basis for a mission to go into Middletown. Since if one set of scuba gear is going to be picked up for usage by those in Aquarius, Channelwood probably should pick up a set or two to make traveling back and forth to Aquarius a bit easier.

Katy can't say she's excited about a mission for grabbing more stuff since they just did that. After all, it almost feels like last mission was a wasted trip. But since the junkyard is so far from where the old sports shop was, she just has to shrug it off. But she can't help but cheer up at the sight of Michael smiling.

Emerald sees Michael coming and in somewhat of a hurry. "Good morning..." she says in greeting but with a slight look of curiousity to her expression. "You seem excited about something."

Michael replies, "Good morning," before he explains the situation to Emerald.

Afterwards Michael adds, "I'm not excited as much as I'm happy that there is something to do other than maintain the village."

Emerald nods to Michael. "I'll get to work on that map right away then..." she pulls out some paper from her desk and gets to work on a quick sketch of Middletown and then a detailed depiction of the intersection as asked.

Shelly gets finished arguing with someone about wether or not she should go on this mission. But the fact is, she has REALLY been wanting to get out some and since she has been busy the past several days, that had not been possible. "I know that fewer numbers is ideal, especially for a mission like this, but I want to come along too. Just us three, Samuel. Me, you and Mittens."

Crucible folds his arms in detest, but can't say anything more than what he's said. He's already made the point that Shelly is the princess and shouldn't be going on missions at ALL, but it's falling on deaf ears. "A princess should see what her people go through if she wants to be a better leader" she says. Hrmpf.

Samuel doesn't comment on the disagreement between Shelly and Crusible. Samuel's personal opinion on the matter is that if a groups leader that leads only from the  rear, isn't a true leader as the leader would have no clue how things are at the front as no amount of reports are a substitute for true experience.

Michael nods to Emerald and stays quiet to insure that he doesn't disrupt her concentration as she works. Michael remains nearby as he is waiting till the sketch is done so that he can make sure it gets to Katy once it is completed.

  Not surprisingly, Mittens very much in favor of Shelly joining the mission but remains out of the argument...  at least, verbally silent.  One could easily tell by her wagging tail and eager smile that she can't wait to get started.  ^.^

Emerald glances at Michael. "It's OK to talk if you have anything on your mind, Mike... I can pay attention." she continues sketching.

In the end, Shelly wins and heads off with Samuel and Mittens. "Alright. Let's see how this goes. I'm anxious to see Channelwood myself..." With that, thanks to the fact they DO have a spare scuba set or two, Mittens can go with Pierson's scuba gear. Just that this mission means she'll get one of her very own.

Michael shrugs and says, "I'm wondering what unexpected event will alter this plan. Last time, the plan was altered by coming across the Aquarius Freedom Fighters, which was a lucky break I'll admit, but luck swings both ways."

Samuel is ready to go as he says, "Well if everyone is ready to go, then we probably should get going." Samuel doesn't let on that if possible he'd like to get a glance at the more detailed map of Middletown that the Channelwood Freedom Fighters have as he'd be able to effectively record it with his cybernetics not unlike how as his captain recorded and transmitted the fate of the Elsydeon crew that Robotnik had captured. And the best part is if questioned on it Samuel can just claim his diagnostic bracer took a snapshot of it and then produce a hologram image of the map.

  "COWABUNGA!" Mittens hollers as she does a corkscrew somersault into the moon pool once her scuba gear is on.  XD  Michaelangelo would be proud.  :P

OOC:  I remember Sonic using surfer dude lingo in the cartoon on a few occasions...  Love out-of-place stuff like that!  ^.^

Shelly wags her tail and likes the idea. In a fashion defying all royal grace, she does a cannonball-style dive into the moonpool and begins swimming circles around Mittens for fun. Yup... she sure has been aching to be let loose.

Emerald says, "Wonder though you may, all we can do is prepare as best we can. It's good to be on your toes, but don't let worry conquer you. Think positive." She holds up the paper, looking at it. "There we are... done." Then smiles at Michael.