Raven_Operative

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

Lilly Jatmoore, Fire Team Leader-Raven_Operative

@Zarkun

Are you ABSOLUTLY CERTAIN you have thought this through?

In all seriousness, though, I'm fine with it. This will be interesting.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

Lilly Jatmoore / PFC Snider

By the time the squads had been organized and the armour column began to move out, Squad 4 had been thoroughly gutted. Well... Not entirely gutted, but they were down a significant number of members from the outset of the mission: only nine in total remained. Nine plus the tank crew, but they were only temporary members. When Hunt was assigned to be squad 4's temporary leader, Lilly nodded approvingly. It wasn't that she distrusted Celeste but she felt that Hunt, with his prior military experience, would make a stronger leader in combat. When he called for the squad to organize in the back room, Lilly (and Snider) followed after him.

"Alright, so what's the plan, Hunt? Keep in mind, I drive a light tank. It'll explode if anything bigger than a lancer sneezes on it, so I'd appreciate not being on point." Snider was the first to speak up when they entered the room, citing the limitations of his vehicle. A tank that couldn't tank? Lilly's minimalistic training had not focused on the roles in armoured warfare, so she was having trouble figuring out just what the use of such a weak vehicle would be. Just why would such a weak vehicle be included in the armour column if it didn't serve some sort of auxiliary purpose? Maybe it was for scouting?
@Zarkun

A Realm Beyond Our Own

Name: Lucas Snider
Age: 40
Nationality: Canadian
Gear/Weapons:
- Heckler & Koch G36K (the carbine variant)
- Heckler & Koch USP P12
- Standard Medical Supplies (though in greater amounts than usual)
- A shitload of broadspectrum antibiotics (We don't know what diseases might be on the otherside, so Lucas wants to be prepared)
Apperance:


Bio: Lucas grew up as the son of a Canadian doctor living in Ottawa. His mother was an engineer, so from an early age Lucas was groomed for higher education and success in academics. His parents had hopes that he would follow in their footsteps, going on to become either a surgeon, a scientist, or an engineer, and for the majority of his high school career, Lucas followed that path, planning to become a doctor like his father. It was around grade 10, though, that one of his classmates invited him to join their youth army cadet corps (basically a military run version of boy scouts). When Lucas decided to accept their offer, he quickly became infatuated with the structure, order and purpose of the military lifestyle. Over the course of a year, his plans gradually changed: He would still try to become a doctor, but first he wanted to join the army medical corps. His parents, while shocked at this sudden shift, continued to support him, and with their blessing, joined the army. He passed all his training with above average (but not particularly impressive) results in all fields except the medical training. In that field, he excelled and had no issues remaining on track for his position as an army corpsman.

Lucas was not deployed immediately, so while he was living on a military base he continued in his studies by attending night school. This proved difficult and time consuming, but he managed to stick with it, eventually earned a full medical degree. The downside of this was that his intensive studies put a serious damper on his military performance, leading to him being passed over for promotions in favor of those with a more single minded military focus.

When the portal opened, Lucas was one of the few members the Canadian military sent to Germany to be apart of the task force. The reasoning behind this was his extensive medical background, as well as his combat medic training would make him invaluable to the the reconnaissance teams. He would both be able to treat life threatening injuries and also provide long term care in the case of extended deployments.

Personality: Friendly and helpful (as a combat medic should be), Lucas is a level headed individual who always has an optimistic view of the situation at hand. His upbringing and schooling have lead to him being very curious, and though he has long since gotten over the feeling of 'gotta learn everything!' he felt in his youth, he is still constantly on the lookout for new and interesting skills to learn. One of his major flaws, though, is a tendency to talk down to people who act like they know it all. Lucas has worked his ass off to become as educated as he is, but that has also made him keenly aware of his own shortcomings. People who don't recognize their own, or try to sound like they always know what's best (especially if they don't) annoy him, and if someone were to start acting like hot shit, he would be quick to put them in their place.

A Realm Beyond Our Own

CS

Name: Lucas Snider
Age: 40
Nationality: Canadian
Gear/Weapons:
- Heckler & Koch G36K (the carbine variant)
- Heckler & Koch USP P12
- Standard Medical Supplies (though in greater amounts than usual)
- A shitload of broadspectrum antibiotics (We don't know what diseases might be on the otherside, so Lucas wants to be prepared)
Apperance:


Bio: Lucas grew up as the son of a Canadian doctor living in Ottawa. His mother was an engineer, so from an early age Lucas was groomed for higher education and success in academics. His parents had hopes that he would follow in their footsteps, going on to become either a surgeon, a scientist, or an engineer, and for the majority of his high school career, Lucas followed that path, planning to become a doctor like his father. It was around grade 10, though, that one of his classmates invited him to join their youth army cadet corps (basically a military run version of boy scouts). When Lucas decided to accept their offer, he quickly became infatuated with the structure, order and purpose of the military lifestyle. Over the course of a year, his plans gradually changed: He would still try to become a doctor, but first he wanted to join the army medical corps. His parents, while shocked at this sudden shift, continued to support him, and with their blessing, joined the army. He passed all his training with above average (but not particularly impressive) results in all fields except the medical training. In that field, he excelled and had no issues remaining on track for his position as an army corpsman.

Lucas was not deployed immediately, so while he was living on a military base he continued in his studies by attending night school. This proved difficult and time consuming, but he managed to stick with it, eventually earned a full medical degree. The downside of this was that his intensive studies put a serious damper on his military performance, leading to him being passed over for promotions in favor of those with a more single minded military focus.

When the portal opened, Lucas was one of the few members the Canadian military sent to Germany to be apart of the task force. The reasoning behind this was his extensive medical background, as well as his combat medic training would make him invaluable to the the reconnaissance teams. He would both be able to treat life threatening injuries and also provide long term care in the case of extended deployments.

Personality: Friendly and helpful (as a combat medic should be), Lucas is a level headed individual who always has an optimistic view of the situation at hand. His upbringing and schooling have lead to him being very curious, and though he has long since gotten over the feeling of 'gotta learn everything!' he felt in his youth, he is still constantly on the lookout for new and interesting skills to learn. One of his major flaws, though, is a tendency to talk down to people who act like they know it all. Lucas has worked his ass off to become as educated as he is, but that has also made him keenly aware of his own shortcomings. People who don't recognize their own, or try to sound like they always know what's best (especially if they don't) annoy him, and if someone were to start acting like hot shit, he would be quick to put them in their place.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

@Zarkun Lennon updated the active vs inactive members of the squad section on the CS page. All the active members are in squad 4.

EDIT: MINUS Skye and Celeste.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

There we go, posted. If people want to keep chatting or what ever, feel free. If not, I'll get things actually rolling on the weekend.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

Captain Meulemann

"Come now, lad, don't look so disappointed. You'll get your fill of combat soon enough." Meulemann approached the coach house, flanked by several of the column's squad leaders, 'Sergeant' Celeste, and a very disappointed looking tank commander. The group had spent the last half hour discussing squad members, replacements, logistics, and all manner of other important things for the upcoming attack and were just about ready to begin. When the captain entered the coach house, he noted with satisfaction that the majority of the soldiers were in the process of mingling and getting to know one another. "Good afternoon, Gentlemen. I assume everyone has gotten properly acquainted? Good. We've finalized the squad assignments for the upcoming mission, so do lend me your ear like the good chaps you are." The Captain walked into the center of the room with a list of names in hand, and once everyone was paying attention, began to list off the squad assignments.

"Skye and Franklin, you're with squad 8. Rios, Muller, and Fina, report to squad 9. Stichler, squad 10 was deployed without a corporal so you're with them. Dresner, Meyers, you're going to be working with squad 11." The captain continued through the list, until everyone who was moving had their assignments before motioning to the squad leaders behind him (helpfully designated by the numbers on their patches). "Without further ado, Squad leaders, please see your recruits to their vehicles and prepare for departure. Come on, move it. No time to dawdle." There was a stampede of motion as the squad leaders took command of their new members and started guiding them out of the house and towards the vehicles. Once everyone had left, the Captain remained and adressed the remaining soldiers. "One, two, three, four... Excellent. It seems like we have just enough to make an effective squad here. The rest of you fine young chaps will be merging into squad four and remaining at the coach house as a reserve unit in the event that something... unpleasant happens." He took a step to the side and gestured for the tank commander to step forward. "Since your APC is currently away, PFC Snider and his light tank will be attached to your squad temporarily. You can ride it to the battle in the event you are needed." The brown haired and rather unremarkable looking soldier stepped forward and gave a half wave. "Hello everyone, I'm PFC Snider. Lets fuck up some imps." The captain nodded to him after he introduced himself, before continuing on. "Well hopefully that won't be needed, but regardless..." He paused a moment, and looked over the squad. With Stichler needed in one of the front line combat squads, squad 4 was once again leaderless. Meulemann furrowed his brow as he recounted who was next in the chain of command. "It seems like the squad is once again without a leader. Corporal Hunt, you have the most experience, so you are temporarily in charge. Once this battle is over, we'll see what we can do about getting you a proper squad leader again."

The Captain looked around, thinking to see if he had missed anything, before clapping his hands together. "Alright, I think that's everything. Feel free to go back to chatting or what ever it was you were doing, though do it outside of this room. My aid and I will be using this as our command room. Dismissed." With that, he turned to leave and walked back to the column. Several minutes later, orders were being shouted and the column started to pull away with the infantry riding on the roofs of the tanks. The battle of Vasel was about to begin.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

I'm in the process of working on the captain's post, but it's getting late and I need to sleep. Look for it tomorrow or wednesday.

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

Lilly Jatmoore

Lilly blushed a little at the comment about having a pretty face, but was satisfied that Aria had respected her wishes. "I see. Thank you very much for your consideration." When Aria continued on and mentioned copying her art or allowing her to make requests, she smiled. She actually had a certain person she would want to be sketched for posterity; a person who she would want a reminder of, especially if anything were to happen to them in the upcoming battles. "Thank you for your offer, Miss Hexner. I may very well take you up on that in the future... though it would be improper to commission an artist such as yourself without a proper payment."

When Aria began discussing her studies as an art student, Lilly's curiosity was piqued. What was studying in a university like? They were large communities dedicated entirely to learning and housing the students and staff, weren't they? Her classes must have been so much different and more exciting than Lilly's own tutoring and home schooling. "A university student? What was it like there? I've heard a lot about that university, but I have never been to one. Did you live on campus? How were the subjects taught there?" Lilly was about to continue the storm of questions when she caught herself and brought a hand up to her mouth as she laughed softly. "My, my, please forgive me for getting carried away with myself there. I lead a very isolated lifestyle, so I am not knowledgeable about these things. It is a shame that the city was damaged... Perhaps they will be able to rebuild after the war is over."

Lilly paused a moment and brushed some more dirt off her pants that she had just noticed, before continuing. When ever she noticed a spot of dirt, it immediately began to irritate her like an itch that needed to be dealt with, so her conversations were occasionally interrupted with cleaning routines like this. "Oh I'm sorry. I asked so many questions, but have yet to answer yours. As for my story, I did not have a job before the war. I spent my days living in my fathers mansion and being tutored on the art of how to run a business. My father owns the Jatmoore Arms company and expects me to take over the business once he is no longer able to run it himself, due to age." Most people would recognize what Lilly just said as being odd. Not many people would admit to being the heir of one of the country's largest and most powerful businesses so flippantly, but Lilly had just spoken of it like it was nothing unusual at all. Either way, regardless of this, she would continue the conversation until they received further orders.
@Evil Snowman

Valkyria Chronicles: Lions of the South

I won't be able to post a big post until Monday (at the earliest), so we won't be moving on until then. Sorry about the wait, guys, I'm visiting family. Once that happens, the squad be reorganized, have one or two more rounds of social time, and then be given their next assignment.