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90.83% Steel Waste / Chapter 644: Protections

Chapter 644: Protections

[Perk has been updated : Beauveria mordicana armamini]

[Beauveria mordicana armamini] : Both of your arms have regrown and become stronger than before! +4 DT against damage dealt towards them and +20% resistance against being crippled.

Afton sits up after the operation, his body covered in blood from the nonstop trimming of flesh... He felt slightly lightheaded from blood loss, but his regenerative properties quickly clear this up once the procedure was over.

He looks down at his left arm that'd become the same colour and material as his right, he clenches his fist and begins manipulating the material, changing it from a blade, to many tentacles, back to his hand. It was harder than it when he did the same with his right, but he supposed he just needed practice with it.

He's about to sit up and address his friend, scientist, and girlfriend when time suddenly stops. And the familiar system flits across his vision.

[WELCOME TO LEVEL 55!!]

[WELCOME TO LEVEL 56!!!!]

Huh? A level up outta nowhere? Could it be that the system(Author) forgot to grant his EXP after Hoover Dam?(Yes.)

He releases a sigh and forces himself to relax so he can choose the best option possible. Again, he ignores the [Perks] and [Skills] tags, and moves onto [Mutations].

There he goes over the Mutations he'd considered taking last time, particularly the one that hardens and makes his body more durable via the Spores infesting his body... There was also one that'd allow him to use his plant arm... Plant arms mutations? Over his entire body, essentially making everything, from his feet to his head, a weapon.

His interaction with Macka had reinforced the idea that he wasn't undefeatable however, the man had easily taken control over his body, forcing him to be a puppet without any ability to oppose him. Truthfully, this scared him slightly, it didn't matter how powerful he was if he could be dominated by someone else.

Thus, he began looking at Mutations that'd boost his resistance to mental and physical manipulations... The list was larger, and smaller than he'd initially expected...

Most of the Mutations presented were things that prevented Chems, diseases, and other things from affecting the mind and body. He was unsure how effective these actually were, as if he possessed them he might've kept his mind as he became a 'Spore Carrier'... Not a nice thought, but interesting nonetheless.

There were other more specific Mutations on the list as well, from Sonic Torture Resistance to parasite resistance... Eventually, he found some things that might actually help with his recent predicament.

[Body of Mind] : Irrevocably links the mind to the body, preventing any manipulation of the signals between them. This was exactly what would have stopped Macka, but it would also prevent him from executing some of his other plans.

Earlier he'd considered implanting his brain into another body, but he didn't know if this mutation would prevent that... It sounded as if it would.

There was also another Mutation specifically involving Mind Control...

[Mind of Thorns] : Causes the brain to dramatically change shape and function, this prevents mental intrusions by causing crippling pain to any attacker. Yeah, sounds good, but, he wasn't too keen on anything that'd change his brain, and potentially alter his thoughts and personality... Obviously, the Mutation would intentionally do that, but any change to the brain could lead to catastrophic changes, for obvious reasons.

Fortunately, after getting fed up and deciding to continue through the long, long list of other more miscellaneous resistances, he discovers something they may help... Though, it seemed very expensive pointwise.

[Supernatural Resistance v1] : Alters the way the body interacts with matter, preventing any positive or negative interaction with Supernatural elements. This includes Psykers, Ghosts, Spirits, Gods, and Rabbits respectively depending on what tier the Mutation is.

...

Now, this was good shit. Though, it did create many more questions in his mind. Judging by the Mutations wording, the first level would protect against Psykers, the second Ghosts, third Spirits, fourth gods, and fifth... Rabbits...?

He shakes his head, deciding not to think about the last one... He was unsure how to react about Gods apparently existing in this universe though?... Or maybe, they didn't and that was just how strong the Mutation would become, and the system was just grading itself, regardless of its usefulness to him.

"Urgh." he rubs the bridge of his nose, either way, he'd get the Mutation, even if it costs two points to get it.

He selects the Perk and crooks a brow when he spots how expensive the next tier actually is... 20 points to get resistance against Ghosts? That seems a bit, fucked... Wait, how much would it cost to reach the Rabbit tier?

He shakes his head, again deciding to not think about it.

Time resumes once he confirms his selection, immediately sitting up and grabbing his Pipboy that was sat on the metal desk next to the operation table. He ignores Dala and the other two walking into the room and checks his status to make sure things were correct.

Afton Parker

Title : [Executioner of the Wastes], [Free Sheriff], [Fiend's Fiend], [Goliath], [Steel Waste], [Well-Meaning Disaster]

Level : 56

Points : 0

[Skillpoints to Perk] : 6/15

S.P.E.C.I.A.L :

Strength : 13

Perception : 12

Endurance : 12

Charisma : 7

Intelligence : 9

Agility : 12

Luck : 8

Skills :

Barter : 21

Energy Weapons : 100

Explosives : 100

Guns : 100

Lockpick : 94

Medicine : 100

Melee Weapons : 100

Repair : 100

Science : 100

Sneak : 100

Speech : 100

Survival : 100

Unarmed : 100

Mutations :

[Beauveria mordicana symbioticca] : A mutated strain of a very deadly and infectious fungus. Makes possessor immune to all diseases and poisons, grants +1 End, grants regenerative abilities.

[Beauveria mordicana armamini] : Both of your arms have regrown and become stronger than before! +4 DT against damage dealt towards them and +20% resistance against being crippled.

[Beauveria mordicana firmissimi anguli] : Enables user to manipulate their arms into a variety of shapes.

[Beauveria mordicana flagellum] : Enables user's arms to extend, stretch, and flex.

[Beauveria mordicana rasorium] : Enables user to form incredibly sharp blades on their arms.

[Beauveria mordicana duraferro] : User's arms become as hard as steel.

[Supernatural Resistance v1] : Alters the way the body interacts with matter, preventing any positive or negative interaction with Supernatural elements. This includes Psykers, Ghosts, Spirits, Gods, and Rabbits respectively depending on what tier the Mutation is.

Perks :

[Trigger Discipline], [Heavy Handed], [Rapid Reload], [Torture Techniques], [Educated], [John Wick Style], [Toughness], [Stonewall], [Sniper], [Bug Stomper], [Lord Death v3], [Spies Guise], [Quick Draw], [Adamantium Skeleton], [Ranger Tactics], [Ranger Targeting], [Ranger Awareness], [Mechanicus], [Jury Rigging], [SuperHot Block], [Solar Powered], [Miracle Maker], [Unnerving Presence], [Living Anatomy], [Agility Implant], [Masterful Movement], [Blur], [Uncivilized Weapon], [Rad Absorbtion], [Tough Guy], [Nuclear Friendly], [Explorer], [Eureka!], [Atomic!], [Grit], [Alertness], [Abominable v3], [Fight the Power!], [Tremble before me!], [Meltdown], [Explooo-sion!], [Lady Killer], [Big Brained], [Reinforced Spine], [Implant M-5], [Implant C-13], [Impant Y-7], [Cure for the Curious], [Perception Implant], [Endurance Implant], [Danger Sense], [A Pool of Dead], [Charisma Implant], [Intelligence Implant], [Luck Implant], [The Cyber Punk], [Luck of the Draw], [Second Apocalypse], [Stay the Path], [Bullet Time], [Freeza Style!], [Cat's Agility]

Companion Perks :

[Old Wisdom]

[Spotter]

[Persistent Escapee]

[Still Jammn']

[Enhanced Sensors]

[Protagonist]

[A Penchant for Fisting]

[Pristine Shot]

[Regular Maintanance]


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Chapter 645: Interactive

After the operation, Afton immediately wanted to go see Macka, regardless of how badly Josie or Usanagi tried to stop him. They thought he'd be weak, or at least somewhat out of it after being injected with ungodly amounts of anaesthetics and regrowing an arm. Still, he soldiered on with determination, wanting to get started on his payback.

"Seriously though Afton, I think you should take a break and come back to this later... It's not like he's going anywhere." Josie mutters as she walks beside him through the facility.

He shakes his head, "I doubt I'd be able to sleep without at least kicking the guy. Plus, getting started on dissecting and torturing him for knowledge will be beneficial for everyone." he shrugs.

Usanagi slowly follows them with Dala, wondering if she'd even be allowed to stay after Afton was finished... It wasn't him who agreed to let her stay after all... Which is kind of weird to think about... Not to mention the fact she'd been stuck with this... Thing. The robot they called Dala would occasionally glance her way with those monitors, causing a shiver to go up her spine.

She'd rather sleep next to a Radroach den than near that freaky robot. Who knows what'd happen if it was given free reigns to do what she wants with her.

Soon enough the group reached the reinforced room that held Macka, or at least, his body. The room was completely empty aside from the machine imprisoning the mangled body in the centre. The torso was held upright as buzz saws constantly trimmed the flesh trying to regrow on the man's arms, legs, and head.

The place also had many cameras covering most surfaces, a precaution to prevent any Macgyver-like schemes... Not that that was likely considering Macka's current physical status.

Josie rests a hand on his shoulder as he looks through the observation window, giving him a worried glance. "Afton, you know running into this will only cause mistakes to happen. You sure, you're okay to do this?"

He just nods, rolling his shoulders and cracking his neck. "Yeah, just need to talk to him and test a couple things." he says with a small grin before stepping into the airlock that leads into the room, leaving the others watching via the window.

"Glados, let me speak with him." he orders, and the buzz saw trimming the torso's neck stops and hovers above the body in a stationary position.

Afton watches with morose fascination as Macka's head slowly regrow. The muscles in the neck reach up like vines, forming the beginning of the jaw before bone starts growing from seemingly nowhere. Muscle covers the bone, skin covers the muscle. And eventually, two amused yet angry eyes stare back at him.

Macka rolls and stretches his jaw after blinking a couple times, "Hah, so I got caught...Uhk!" he groans as the buzz saws trim his arms again. "C-can you turn those off?" he mutters with a grimace.

Afton shakes his head, "Stop trying to grow your arms and I won't have to. Now you have a brain, you can control that, right?" he questions.

Macka nods somewhat pitifully and his wounds all scab over instead of trying to regenerate like usual. "Now... I can't imagine I'm here for coffee... Unless, you are unable to kill me?" he mutters, more stating than questioning.

Afton laughs at this, "Hah! Do you think I was lying when I said I'd fly you into the sun? That's what awaits you in the future if you turn out uncooperative..."

"And if I cooperate?" Macka tensely asks.

Afton shrugs his shoulders noncommittally, "Well, there are a few options... I could ship you to another planet, use you like some sort of organic terraformer... The only problem is, you're too dangerous to leave unattended."

Macka slowly nods, "I see... You know, I was pretty lenient when I took control of you, Afton... Were I more vicious, I would have implanted my head in your chest cavity, I doubt anyone would be able to remove me without killing you as well." he explains, causing the others watching through the observation window to grimace at the thought.

"Yeah, that might've worked... But, I'm harder to kill than you think. I've had my head blown off once before you know." Afton says, shocking Josie and Usanagi who'd not heard anything about that.

"Hmmm, that's my teddy bear. Or maybe he should be called a pinata? So full of sweets and goodies that never seem to end, ooOOOooooooo." Dala breathes huskily.

Josie glances at Dala, "You know anything about this?" she asks, wondering if anyone else was aware of Afton's head apparently exploding.

"No, I am not aware of the incident he is referring to, but I knew he was special before we even met... The feeling when I cut into his head and body, the response when I removed his brain. The sound when I extracted his spine... OooooOOOoooooooo, delightfully unique compared to the others." she explains.

Usanagi slowly shoot a fearful look at Josie who also looked green at Dala's words. Neither says anything though, allowing silence to reign as they remember to listen to Afon's conversation with Macka.

Earlier :

Macka crooks at brow at Afton's words, "You have had your head blown off?" the man mutters, wondering if Afton had more than on Psyker ability?

Afton nods, "Yeah, didn't hurt as much as I thought it would, probably because my brain was destroyed before the pain receptors could react." he shrugs, "Anyway, that's not why I'm here." he states as he slowly steps forwards towards Macka.

"What now? Will you torture me? Make me beg for death or something equally inane?" Macka mocks, using his Psyker ability to turn off all his own pain receptors. "You know my power, torture will do nothing."

Afton chuckles, "You're wrong there. Physical torture will do nothing, but psychological? I bet even someone as mad as you would fear something... Even if you didn't, I bet being encased in a titanium block and buried far underground would unease you."


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