[Title Machine Predator progress 11/10]
[Dreamer has earned 10000 Dream Points for killing a T-800]
[Title Machine Predator progress 12/10]
[Dreamer has earned 10000 Dream Points for killing a T-800]
[
Milestone achievement met: Survive second Terminator wave
Milestone Rewards: 50,000DP, 1 Free attribute points, +20 Favorability with Lawful factions]
]
During the process of them running away Mikael had managed to shoot down two more Terminators, going past the completion required for his new title Machine predator.
He was relieved that whatever [Carnifex] had become had not resorted to following them. Mikael preferred not to waste his strength on a pointless fight that would earn him nothing.
The fact that the T-1000 was still an enemy he was going to face only made him even more sure in his decision.
[System Notice: You have earned the new title Machine Predator]
[
Title: Machine Predator I
Specifications: -10 Increase in favorability with machine lifeforms. You are the bane to all machine life.
Effects:
+2 Physique, +1Strength
A buff of 10% when fighting Machine lifeforms
]
Mikael had immediately changed this to his new title. While [MonsterhunterI] increased his stats in most of his basic attributes, [Machinehunter I] was specifically aligned to fight against machines therefor having a significant advantage when fighting against machines.
He had also acquired a perk, one which opened a completely new world for him. What he meant by this was that through having this perk, Mikael was now able to see perks present on others as well.
Another added benefit of perks was the fact that they were always present. Meaning no matter how many you had they would still all take effect.
[Perk: Infiltrator- The chances of you being discovered while infiltrating an enemy outpost are reduced. You emit an aura that helps you blend in]
That was the explanation for the perk, there was also a system remark saying that it was not all-powerful, if enough suspicion was drawn to him or if he attracted to much negative attention the perk would not work.
With the presence of the perk, Mikael was now able to also see the Perks Present on the Pop's and Sarah Connor.
Sarah's perks were [Childofdestiny], [ProtagonistAure], [LuckIII]. Child of destiny and protagonist aura showing her role within this world and making everything in a way go in ways that favored her and Luck, that was something that obviously increased her luck.
He was unsure if this was her limit or if it was possible for her to develop even more perks. Pops on the other hand had [SteelBodyII] which increased its defense value, [Terminator] which increased its damaged output and [Tracker] which helped him find hi targets easier.
His own [Infiltrator] looked almost meaningless Infront of their perks, but it was a start.
…
After their arrival Mikael had made plans to immediately change their location. A complete hauling of everything they had to another location he had already prepared.
Their location being exposed was something he had though of long ago. The true problem was that he was unaware how [Carnifex] had found him in the first place.
He had possible guesses but nothing conclusive and he preferred not to be tracked once again. Whatever that last transformation was, he wanted no part of it.
But Mikael was sure [Carnifex] would not give up so easily. Religious fanatics were just like that. The good news in this situation was that he believed that he was of bigger priority to [Carnifex] currently.
Seeing his face looked to have been a sort of sour spot for him, one Mikael did not care for.
Their arrival and quick relocation sparked great concern within Sarah. His own bloodied body only made things worse as she fussed around him. Despite this, Mikael was in good condition.
The cuts had little to no effect on him and the excess blood on himself was more for show than of actual threat. How else would he have baited [Carnifex] to approach so easily.
But these still did not appease, Sarah. So, a quick bath and some bandages had finally calmed down the girl.
Pops was in even better condition. Despite some scratches which exposed his metal skeleton, there was nothing much else to worry about other than some adjustments Mikael could do in seconds.
He had also found out that the skin covering his endoskeleton healed surprisingly fast.
"How's your hand now." Mikael asked while lowering his tools. He also disconnected the wires connected to Pops and his laptop. What he had done was a full diagnostic check.
"I feel better now, thank you for the assistance." Pops flexed his fingers while nodding slowly.
Sarah was a silent observer to everything that was happening, she had already grown bored of exploring her new environment.
A safe house, which his identity as an F.B.I agent allowed him to have. Just a few calls and there it was.
But could a place really be safe from a Dreamer, one that unfortunately had the ability to Teleport. The presence of [Carnifex] had truly forced Mikael to change his plans.
He turned to look at Sarah, she was smiling happily while having conversation with the Pops.
'What matters most no is to complete the mission.' That was what Mikael believed. [Carnifex] himself had explained how infiltrators were nothing more than Hijackers.
So, in essence, as long as Mikael completed his mission the same would apply for [Carnifex]. But he was bothered with what would be considered as completion.
Destroying the T-1000 sent after Sarah or running away until the end of the time limit. He was also worried that [Carnifex] would be lurking around in wait.
He had the thought of making use of [WhiteFang] but dismissed it soon after. There was no point in inviting another wolf to the banquet.
"Tell me all you know about the T-1000 Pops." He turned his attention to the Terminator. Maybe it would say something he was unaware of. Pops answered immediately.
"The T-1000, also known by its model name of T-1000 Advanced Prototype, is an advanced cybernetic organism superior to any other models ever created by Skynet.
First of, rather than having an endoskeleton covered in living tissue, its body is comprised entirely of Mimetic Polly alloy, an artificial liquid metal that allows not only the T-1000 but other Terminators that are equipped with it to transform and shapeshift into anything of equal size and mass.
This allows for far more advanced infiltration by 1000 Series Models.
Additionally, unlike a T-800 which is programmed for its mission, the T-1000's has a molecular brain that grants more self-awareness as well as other emotional traits, allowing it to act on its own.
The fact that the T-1000 is comprised of a mimetic Polly alloy allows it to morph and be able to mimic an environment it touches, form simple structures such as blades and also be able to heal from most injuries through this alloy.
The only limit to this shapeshifting ability is the fact it can not form weaponry of complex structure and movements such as guns." Pops finished, saying as much as he was aware of.
"What are some of its weaknesses?" Mikael asked again.
"The T-1000 has little to almost no weaknesses. But its disadvantages are Extreme low freezing temperatures, enough that it will remove its liquid properties. Extreme high temperatures, enough to completely melt it. Dipping it within a highly concentrated acid to melt it. And possible electrical and magnetic-based attacks and finally sustaining too much damage. There's also… "This hesitation from Pops attracted his attention and Mikael urged him to continue.
"The T-1000 also possess an advanced emotion processing matrix. So, it is in a way able to feel and learn emotions. This was in fact the main reason Skynet didn't produce them in large numbers. He feared they would rebel against his command and become a threat to him."
Mikael once again went into though. For such an extremely overwhelming enemy, the perfect conditions for the fight had to be met.
Location, weapons and all advantages had to be put on the table and to be considered.
The location was at their advantage, that was something he could control. As the T-1000 was targeting Sarah, it would have to come to where she was. On the front of weaponry, Mikael had been preparing possible prototypes.
The addition of the Terminator power cells had only made things more in favor to him. And even in number Mikael still had the advantage. All that was left was for him to prepare a perfect death trap. He took out the walkie talkie.
"I'm sending in a request for one A.T.T.F to be sent to my location tomorrow morning." Mikael looked at Sarah, her somewhat serious childish look oddly calmed his mind.
Yes, everything would go as planned.
…
The morning was breezy and cold. Especially at his current location.
Mikael was sited on the edge of a building still in construction. Steel beams and construction material still lying everywhere around. His legs swung lazily as he looked down on the surroundings.
The countless other buildings surrounding the area. The sunrise was especially beautiful toady. Golden rays illuminated the area in a calming grace completely unlike his own situation. This world was beautiful, if you looked past the presence of a mass murder AI.
[System Notice: The final fight is approaching. Skynet will send a T-1000 to kill Sarah Connor. The Dreamer has either of two choices to be considered to have completed the mission.]
[Choice 1- Escape the T-1000 for one hour ensuring Sarah Connor's survival]
[Choosing choice one will ensure the T-1000 consistently pursuing you until Time period elapses]
[The T-1000 will completely lock on to your biological signature, DNA and facial structure]
[The Dreamer will have the entirely of Los Angeles as an escape zone]
[Choice 2- Destroy the T-1000 before it kills Sarah Connor within one hour]
[The Dreamer will have to place a designated location which he will have to kill the T-1000 within]
[The dreamer will be unable to leave the designated location past 20 KM]
[The T-1000 will not have a lock onto your location, but your location will be exposed every ten minutes to it]
[The Rewards for the mission will vary depending on the choice chosen]
[Choose, choice 1 or 2]
'Choices, choices. Too many choices but which with the better rewards.' Mikael threw his head back now looking at the sky.
His thoughts chaotic once more. The supreme being had said its reason for doing what it was doing was entertainment and evolution. Using that line of thinking, which choice among the two would be more entertaining.
Zoe had also told him that the more danger a Dreamer pursued the greater the reward would be for them, this was why Mikael had done so much to complete the side missions despite them not being a necessity.
And finally, Mikael was someone in pursuit of strength and excitement, he could even be called a battle Junkie in a sense. He had already stagnated long enough while trying to kill his brother.
So, Mikael had simply chosen the most reasonable choice for someone like himself.
"I pick option 2."
That had decided his faith as well as Sarah Connor's. But he was confident. Giving him a chance to create a perfect death zone, how exactly was he going to fail.
…
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