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Whoever Fights Monsters II.

Posted by The MarshallFor group 0
The Marshall
GM, 2280 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Tue 12 Apr 2016
at 06:28
  • msg #1

Whoever Fights Monsters II

Everyone was scattered about the room. There are 8 vats, 4 on the left and 4 on the right. Jason and Vundra are in front of the last vat on the left. Jane is on the left side of the room, Trask on the right with Knapp and Schaeffer. Smoker, Rowan and Peter may be located where ever they like.
Smoker Nix
player, 808 posts
Scavenger & Tech
Truck Crew
Tue 12 Apr 2016
at 08:04
  • msg #2

Whoever Fights Monsters II

Smoker is somewhere in the middle.
Peter Firecrow
player, 707 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Tue 12 Apr 2016
at 23:22
  • msg #3

Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter had started to move towards the first left-most door when Jason had made his ominous mention. Peter had stopped and turned back towards the room at that point. Then things started to go to hell. "Aw, hell."

He brought the rifle up and started aiming where the undead was slowly becoming visible.
Increase Trask
player, 70 posts
Robo Hunter
Tue 12 Apr 2016
at 23:40
  • msg #4

Whoever Fights Monsters II


Trask turned and raised the Saw into his shoulder at the same time. He levelled the muzzle of the machine gun at the thing crawling out of the vat and when he had a clear shot he would open up on the undead thing.
Rowan Dawson
player, 1241 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Wed 13 Apr 2016
at 20:15
  • msg #5

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Increase Trask:
Trask turned and raised the Saw into his shoulder at the same time. He levelled the muzzle of the machine gun at the thing crawling out of the vat and when he had a clear shot he would open up on the undead thing.

Rowan shudders as she sees the creature and she readies a skull to cast Arcane blast on the creature. "Save your ammunition people only magic and blessed weapons will work against it I fear"
This message was last edited by the GM at 09:37, Thu 14 Apr 2016.
Jason Sinclair
player, 330 posts
Texas Ranger
Templar
Wed 13 Apr 2016
at 20:50
  • msg #6

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

As Peter mutters "Aw Hell." Jason gets a terrible feeling of overwhelming dread. He turns slowly and does what any trained Spook Hunter does tries to fight down the fear. He doesn't succeed. He stands there like a statue as it emerges.
Smoker Nix
player, 809 posts
Scavenger & Tech
Truck Crew
Thu 14 Apr 2016
at 08:25
  • msg #7

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

"What?" said Smoker, looking round wildly.

He had a bad feeling about this. A real bad feeling. Again.
The Marshall
GM, 2287 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Thu 14 Apr 2016
at 09:37
  • msg #8

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

The members of the posse turned around, looking for the threat.


There was a flash of gunfire and the report of a short burst. Peter had shot... something? Whatever it was had fallen back into the vault.

This gave the Posse a few seconds to gather its wits. But only a few seconds, as movement could be heard stirring at the bottom of all four half-empty vats it the rear of the chamber...

Marshall's Note: I am ruling that Peter decisively nailed whatever it was. You are all free to act now, and won't need to roll surprise for any future attacks. You may still need to take other Guts checks for, say, Terror! No one but Peter got a clear enough view of what it was to need to make a Terror check, and he passed his.
Peter Firecrow
player, 710 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Thu 14 Apr 2016
at 18:16
  • msg #9

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter's eyes narrowed and his lips curled up in disgust, as he held back his urge to vomit. He released the trigger after the burst he fired, swallowing his dry mouth. "Ugh. I hate undead. Get ready, people!"

He took up a position and began aiming at one of the vats, waiting for the next undead to pop up.
The Marshall
GM, 2289 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 01:53
  • msg #10

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 9):

The sounds coming from the vats suggested there were a lot more undead coming! With the Posse scattered through the room the situation promised to turn very seriously very quickly!

Over on the left hand side of the room, near Jane, Rowan also heard sounds of gunfire and fighting coming from behind the door Jane had indicated earlier.
Vundra
player, 229 posts
Junker
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 04:32
  • msg #11

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Vundra quickly realize that his attempt to get a closer look is turning into a very very bad idea, he retreats toward the rest of the group.

As he reach for the heavy weapon on his back, Vundra reconsidered then he draw is Plasma pistol instead. He moves back far enough to not be caught in a cross fire if anyone or anything else comes though the door.
Rowan Dawson
player, 1244 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 07:02
  • msg #12

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to The Marshall (msg # 10):

Rowan "I suggest we move towards the door where the gun fire is coming or we are going to have more than we can deal with here".
And does as she suggests moving toward the door indicated
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 456 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 20:04
  • msg #13

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Rowan Dawson:
In reply to The Marshall (msg # 10):

Rowan "I suggest we move towards the door where the gun fire is coming or we are going to have more than we can deal with here".
And does as she suggests moving toward the door indicated


M4 at his shoulder, Schaeffer followed Rowan. Covering her as she moved towards the door where Jane was located.

"Peter! Rowan is right, we need to keep moving towards the Combine's base. Let's either take the door where we hear gunfire, or withdraw and try the front door. But we can't afford to fight it out with whatever's in here!"
Peter Firecrow
player, 711 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 22:09
  • msg #14

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

"So your plan is to keep moving and then have these undead creatures come up behind us so we end up in fighting on sides? Okay. You are the tactical expert, so lead the way."

Yes, there was sarcasm there, but also the knowledge that Peter was absolutely serious in following if that was the plan. He moved to take up rearguard but kept an eye on the vats.
Rowan Dawson
player, 1245 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Fri 15 Apr 2016
at 22:17
  • msg #15

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter Firecrow:
"So your plan is to keep moving and then have these undead creatures come up behind us so we end up in fighting on sides? Okay. You are the tactical expert, so lead the way."

Yes, there was sarcasm there, but also the knowledge that Peter was absolutely serious in following if that was the plan. He moved to take up rearguard but kept an eye on the vats.

 "It is the fact of the numbers and the chemicals they are in that worries me Peter" says Rowan. "I do not think we can hold them all off"
Jane Guin
player, 695 posts
Renegade Black Hat
Former USAF Pilot
Sat 16 Apr 2016
at 00:37
  • msg #16

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Rowan Dawson (msg # 15):

"Either that or see who is shooting.  If they are shooting are more undead, then perhaps we can have a temporary truce?  Or, at the very least, they will be preoccupied with what is coming up from the hellish water and won't bother us?  Too many and in too confined space."

Jane didn't like an options but just threw that out in case somebody didn't have anything else.
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 457 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Sat 16 Apr 2016
at 00:59
  • msg #17

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 14):

Schaeffer seemed to take Peter seriously. "Yes, that is the plan. Except you are forgetting part where we seal the door behind us! Or at least try to."

He replied to Jane, "maybe! Let's find out, cover me!" With that he opened the door and stormed through, weapon up and seeking a target.
Feldwebel Laurin Knapp
NPC, 24 posts
Fernspaeher
German Ranger
Sat 16 Apr 2016
at 00:59
  • msg #18

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to COL Kurt L. Schaeffer (msg # 17):

Seeing the Colonel go through the door, Knapp followed, weapon also at high-ready.
Increase Trask
player, 72 posts
Robo Hunter
Sat 16 Apr 2016
at 07:51
  • msg #19

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to COL Kurt L. Schaeffer (msg # 17):

Trask followed through as well. He swapped out the SAW for his SA M–40 which he places firmly in his shoulder. It seems to be making a audible buzzing whir as Trask waits for the door to open and the first of the team to step through.
The Marshall
GM, 2291 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Sun 17 Apr 2016
at 09:59
  • msg #20

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

There was a BANG! as Schaeffer booted the door open by kicking the panic bar. Then he, Knapp and Trask were through.

They found themselves in a dark, wide room. Unmarked 55-gallon steel drums lined the walls, several rows deep. Some were still on a few dollies scattered around. The sound of fighting got a little louder, but it sounded like it was coming from a stairwell down at the end of the room. Otherwise, the room was empty and a thick layer of dust lay over everything.
Rowan Dawson
player, 1246 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Sun 17 Apr 2016
at 10:04
  • msg #21

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

The Marshall:
There was a BANG! as Schaeffer booted the door open by kicking the panic bar. Then he, Knapp and Trask were through.

They found themselves in a dark, wide room. Unmarked 55-gallon steel drums lined the walls, several rows deep. Some were still on a few dollies scattered around. The sound of fighting got a little louder, but it sounded like it was coming from a stairwell down at the end of the room. Otherwise, the room was empty and a thick layer of dust lay over everything.

Rowan comes through last closing the door behind here and looking around for some thing to Jam into it to stop it being opened behind them
Peter Firecrow
player, 712 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Sun 17 Apr 2016
at 14:55
  • msg #22

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter said nothing further, not wanting to slow them down with more talk or arguments. He made his way to the doors once the first 'team' was through. He continued to watch the room they were in, the one where he had shot the thing, playing rearguard until the others moved more fully in to the next room. Then he would follow.
Jason Sinclair
player, 332 posts
Texas Ranger
Templar
Sun 17 Apr 2016
at 16:44
  • msg #23

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

It was obvious that plans went out the door when Schaeffer did. As he was leaving Jason pulled a pin and threw the spheroid object. "Fire in the hole!"
Vundra
player, 230 posts
Junker
Mon 18 Apr 2016
at 02:30
  • msg #24

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

As the other rush though the door,Vundra follows suit . He keep looking back and get ready to shoot whatever peter fired at earlier.
The Marshall
GM, 2292 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Mon 18 Apr 2016
at 08:22
  • msg #25

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Everyone tried to get through the door.

Of the last ones, Jason threw a grenade and tossed it over the heads of Rowan, Peter and Vundra.

Rowan and Peter tried to be the last through the door at the same time, and ended up pausing, waiting for the other to go first.

Vundra didn't even make it through the door. Looking back, he comprehended just what was coming after them. There were dozens of the black half-skeletal corpses trying to climb out of the vats! Dozens, and dozens... the last four vats were crawling with them, perhaps twenty or thirty, maybe more! He focused on one of the closer ones, climbing out of the vat where he was almost grabbed, about 15 metres away. It had half its face blown off, probably by Peter's burst from his OiCW!

The grenade launched by Jason clanged off some pipes, landing somewhere off to the right.

Marshall's Note: The grenade will go off next turn. Vundra is still standing in the room, having failed his Guts check and now has the Willies. (Takes 2 Wind, is at -2 until he can make a Guts check at the beginning of the turn.)
Rowan Dawson
player, 1250 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Tue 19 Apr 2016
at 18:53
  • msg #26

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

The Marshall:
The grenade launched by Jason clanged off some pipes, landing somewhere off to the right.

Marshall's Note: The grenade will go off next turn. Vundra is still standing in the room, having failed his Guts check and now has the Willies. (Takes 2 Wind, is at -2 until he can make a Guts check at the beginning of the turn.)

Rowan watches in horror as the grenade bounces and clatters as it lands in the vat room. as it does so she grabs Vundra and physically hauls him through the door. Peter shut the door do it NOWWWWWWWWWWWW she screams
Jane Guin
player, 697 posts
Renegade Black Hat
Former USAF Pilot
Wed 20 Apr 2016
at 01:43
  • msg #27

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

COL Kurt L. Schaeffer:
In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 14):

Schaeffer seemed to take Peter seriously. "Yes, that is the plan. Except you are forgetting part where we seal the door behind us! Or at least try to."

He replied to Jane, "maybe! Let's find out, cover me!" With that he opened the door and stormed through, weapon up and seeking a target.


Jane hadn't expected Schaeffer to just go through the door but an order was an order and she automatically responded to his "cover me" command, finding herself following him through the door.
Peter Firecrow
player, 717 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Thu 21 Apr 2016
at 17:36
  • msg #28

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter's eyes widened and he let out an explosive curse as he saw a grenade move past him back in to the room. His head whipped around and he saw Vundra standing there stock-still. He started to take a step towards Vundra to grab him but Rowan beat him to the punch and yelled at him. He ground his teeth and waited until the two were past him and he tried to pull the door closed behind him, but failing that intending to shield the rest of the party by himself and as much of the door as he could.
The Marshall
GM, 2301 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Fri 22 Apr 2016
at 01:23
  • msg #29

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 28):

Everyone was through, and the door slammed shut behind them!

Rowan and Vundra were in a pile near the door, Peter still on his feet. Schaeffer, Jane and Knapp were further in the new room, covering it. Smoker and Jason somwhere in the middle.

There was a loud explosion in the other room but the door was not blown open but bulged inwards a little, maybe warping in the frame.

The long, low-ceiling room was mostly filled with barrels, steel drums and carboys with a corridor down the middle. There were a few 2-and 4-wheeled dollies scattered around. There was also a thick layer of dust over everything.
Jason Sinclair
player, 339 posts
Texas Ranger
Templar
Fri 22 Apr 2016
at 13:13
  • msg #30

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

"Well that worked better than I hoped. No need to worry about the Class S Corporeals." Jason chuckles until he realizes that Vundra nearly bought the farm.
Peter Firecrow
player, 718 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Fri 22 Apr 2016
at 16:11
  • msg #31

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter coughed twice and stepped back from the door. He whirled on Jason and his arm started to pull back, as if cocking to throw a punch, but then he stopped himself. He coldly said, "You unthinking assh-!" He stopped and drew in a breath to calm himself. Next time wait until we are all clear please."

He turned away and watched the door. "Should we barricade this door, or just keep moving?"
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 458 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Sun 24 Apr 2016
at 07:45
  • msg #32

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 31):

"Leading them to the Combine might be beneficial to us. I say move."

Schaeffer moved down to the far end of the long room, looking for an exit.
Feldwebel Laurin Knapp
NPC, 25 posts
Fernspaeher
German Ranger
Sun 24 Apr 2016
at 07:47
  • msg #33

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to COL Kurt L. Schaeffer (msg # 32):

"Peter, let's barricade the door. If we are being followed we are between two enemies. Not a good place! I think we can roll some of these steel drums in front of the door. Or use a hand-cart."

Knapp began wrestling one of the dollies with a drum on it towards the door. It was heavy and should do the trick!
The Marshall
GM, 2305 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Fri 29 Apr 2016
at 00:04
  • msg #34

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Feldwebel Laurin Knapp (msg # 33):

After they went through the door there was a pause.

Then a "thump!" as someone or something banged on the door behind them.

Meanwhile, the sound of gunfire actually increased in volume ahead of them. It did still seem somewhat distant as if echoing down a long hallway.
Increase Trask
player, 74 posts
Robo Hunter
Fri 29 Apr 2016
at 01:00
  • msg #35

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to The Marshall (msg # 34):

Trask helped with the movement of heavy items against the door though he was sure it was stuck quite soundly in the frame. Better safe then sorry though. Once they were through the other door he continued down the hallway with his rifle at his shoulder.
Peter Firecrow
player, 723 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Fri 29 Apr 2016
at 02:52
  • msg #36

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter nodded. "I think a quick barricade is better than possibly getting caught in a crossfire. Sorry, Colonel." He quickly moved to help move things to place up against the door. "Let's get ready to move fast. We want to catch up to that firefight if we can."
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 459 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Fri 29 Apr 2016
at 03:13
  • msg #37

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Peter Firecrow (msg # 36):

The Colonel nodded in agreement as he opened the door in the far wall, peeking out.

"A wise decision, Peter.

"The sounds of gunfire seem to be coming from this stairwell down that is in the next room.

"Knapp, on me. Let's cover the stairs, so we will be ready to go when they are done."

Vundra
player, 232 posts
Junker
Sat 30 Apr 2016
at 12:16
  • msg #38

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

After shaking his is shock off, Vundra moves up and get ready to help Scheaffer cover the stairs.
Jane Guin
player, 698 posts
Renegade Black Hat
Former USAF Pilot
Tue 3 May 2016
at 00:36
  • msg #39

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Vundra (msg # 38):

Jane takes up guard position again after looking over at Peter to make sure he's ok.  Of course she believes he is because he had been complaining.  A sure sign that he wasn't injured.
The Marshall
GM, 2308 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Sat 7 May 2016
at 01:14
  • msg #40

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Several of the heavy barrels were manhandled over to the doors using both the dollies and brute force.

The banging on the door intensified. What was no doubt fists striking metal was joined by something liquid spattering as well. Acrid smoke started to waft through the top door frame.
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 460 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Sat 7 May 2016
at 01:15
  • msg #41

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to The Marshall (msg # 40):

Lifting his carbine, Schaeffer nodded to Trask.

"After you, Panzer-Boy!"
Increase Trask
player, 75 posts
Robo Hunter
Sat 7 May 2016
at 01:29
  • msg #42

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to COL Kurt L. Schaeffer (msg # 41):

"On we go. Trask moves forward with his rifle hard into his shoulder. He continues towards the sound of gunfire ready to fire should it be needed.
Peter Firecrow
player, 725 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Sat 7 May 2016
at 15:47
  • msg #43

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter eyed the now-barricaded door with distrust, as if worried it might give way soon. And the smoke. He nodded and prepared to take up rearguard once again. "Agreed. Let us move on."
The Marshall
GM, 2309 posts
aka "helbent4"
aka Tony
Wed 11 May 2016
at 19:14
  • msg #44

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

The metal stairs led down a couple flights into the darkness. They needed to move relatively fast and so they quickly left the sounds of pounding behind.

They arrived at a narrow concrete corridor that stretched right and left. There was no graffiti on the walls or trash on the floor, just a layer of dust and grime of forgotten neglect.

The sounds of firing had largely stopped but a single gunshot (louder and closer) from the left gave them a clue which direction to proceed in.

Within 50m they came to a partially-ajar metal door, open about 5cm. It actually looked like a hatch, with dogs and a wheel in the centre. There was faded signs proclaiming "No Unauthorised Personnel Past This Point".
Increase Trask
player, 76 posts
Robo Hunter
Wed 11 May 2016
at 21:19
  • msg #45

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II


Trask was eager to continue forward and stopped only once they reached the hatch. He waited for the others to form up and once given the go a head he will open the hatch and proceed down. It sounded like the firefight was over and their quarry was likely getting ready to set off again.
Jane Guin
player, 700 posts
Renegade Black Hat
Former USAF Pilot
Thu 12 May 2016
at 02:59
  • msg #46

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Increase Trask (msg # 45):

Jane followed the others, keeping a watch out and on guard.  She really hated to be surprised but it happened all too often.
Peter Firecrow
player, 726 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Thu 12 May 2016
at 05:01
  • msg #47

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter was the rear guard and made sure everyone else in front of him was ready. Then he gave a nod to Trask and he half-turned back to watch the rear, with the ability to still look at what might be before them if the opportunity arose.
Smoker Nix
player, 813 posts
Scavenger & Tech
Truck Crew
Thu 12 May 2016
at 08:40
  • msg #48

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Smoker padded along in the middle of the group, eyes darting around, weapon at the ready... very unhappy. He didn't like being underground.
COL Kurt L. Schaeffer
player, 461 posts
Fernspaeher
Ranger
Fri 13 May 2016
at 06:14
  • msg #49

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Increase Trask (msg # 45):

Schaeffer pulled a hand grenade from his webbing and got ready to pull the pin.

"Always be polite and do not enter without announcing yourself first! We enter after the grenade goes off?"
Feldwebel Laurin Knapp
NPC, 26 posts
Fernspaeher
German Ranger
Wed 18 May 2016
at 08:29
  • msg #50

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to COL Kurt L. Schaeffer (msg # 49):

"I suggest that we have the Panzer, Trask, go in first after the grenade.

"Then the Colonel, Peter, Jane, Jason, Vundra, Smoker. Rowan and I will bring up the rear.

"Trask will provide suppressive fire for everyone to enter and find cover. Vundra and Jane have the heavy weapons, lay down more suppressive fire on the Combine troopers. Jane and the Colonel both have the anti-tank rockets, try to take out the can (cyborg). If all else fails I have rigged a satchel charge using the Claymore and some C4. That should do it!"


She waited until everyone was set, prepping her satchel charge. The Colonel was set.

"On my mark? Three, two, one, Mark!"
This message was last edited by the player at 18:00, Wed 18 May 2016.
Vundra
player, 233 posts
Junker
Wed 18 May 2016
at 12:49
  • msg #51

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Vundra draws his heavy weapon and get ready to go in after the signal.
Peter Firecrow
player, 727 posts
Not that kind of Indian
Wanna buy a gun?
Wed 18 May 2016
at 17:47
  • msg #52

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

Peter gave a nod. "Take careful shots. Conserve ammo. And don't fire the anti-tank rockets until you can see the cyborg. Right?"

He then took up a position to one side of the door and waited for things to get started.
Increase Trask
player, 77 posts
Robo Hunter
Wed 18 May 2016
at 21:03
  • msg #53

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II


Trask waited until the grenade detonated and then moved into the room, firing on the cyborg with his SA M–40. He will charge his shots making them more powerful as he looks to put the sphere down.
Rowan Dawson
player, 1252 posts
Medic
Story-Teller
Thu 19 May 2016
at 18:26
  • msg #54

Re: Whoever Fights Monsters II

In reply to Increase Trask (msg # 53):

Rowan Watches carefully from what cove there is a she preps a scull and keeps it ready for a target that needs that much violence
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