The Final Platform

[voidtreckermods]

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THE FINAL PLATFORM

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BEFORE ARRIVAL

Those who are remaining get their tethers sorted first, after all the stress and uncertainty it really is a simple procedure. There are many void technicians hovering around but they soon get into a rhythm and one by one those who wish to remain in void space are tethered to the void hub.

They are however looped to the train, for one final journey. The Voidtrecker Express is accompanied by a voidcraft full of scientists as it travels to one final platform. For one final time there are just the voidtreckers on board the Voidtrecker Express. The journey does not take too long but as they approach their final destination the train speaks.

"Voidtreckers. It has been so busy but before you leave I wished to speak.

This voidcraft understands that the circumstances around you being on board were not ideal and would like to truly apologise for the pain and inconvenience of the last few years. But also, more than that, would like thank you.

You have done what many would not have, what many could not have. You have brought back those dear to this voidcraft. Furthermore in their absence you stepped into their place and there are many worlds which owe you a debt of gratitude.

This voidcraft owes you a debt of gratitude and, if this voidcraft may be so bold, I have grown very fond of you all also. I hope you all fulfil the dreams you have and find your places in your world or in the void. I dare not ask it of any of you but for those who wish it, there is always a place for you on board this craft.

None of you will be forgotten by the Voidtrecker Express.

Shortly arriving into a designated void platform. There is unfortunately a slight drizzle. Exit from void in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one."
A lurch and a jolt, and the windows fill with the fog that means they are at a platform.

THE FINAL FAREWELL

The platform is a bustle of activity, void scientists direct those who are leaving the void to special pods where their tethers are detangled and from there they are led to the barriers, to go through back to their world. For those choosing to move through time they are accompanied by yet more scientists, but there will be time for goodbyes.

It is not like previous times, where people leave without a backward glance. This time people are themselves, able to say goodbye and walk through the barrier of their own accord.

The scientists try and give everyone space, they don't rush anyone but do keep tabs on where everyone is as those who are returning leave through the barriers one last time.

Soon the only people left on the platform are those who are choosing to remain. The train doors open and they can board once more. There is a whistle, to round up any stragglers and then the train begins to move along the platform. The train begins to tilt, leaving the ground and rising up into the fog-filled sky.

"Entrance into Voidspace imminent. Entry into Voidspace in ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one."

A shudder, a jolt, a lurch to the left. A flash of light, colourful and blinding. As quick as it happens it is done. The train seems to steady itself. The fog from the windows is gone now, replaced with a kaleidoscope of ever-changing colours.

Their new home. The void itself.

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Cassie Cage | OTA

[nutkrusher]

Before Arrival

Cassie is nothing if not a model professional soldier. Leaving the Voidtrecker is no different than shipping out from any other base. There's accounts to settle, paperwork to be done, and most of all, supplies to account for. She's been inventory manager for long enough that she knows exactly what the next team will need to know about.

And she'll be leaving them those two SCAR-H rifles, too. Gotta figure those will come in handy.

You may find her making a final tally in the armory. Or perhaps, you might find her in the lab car, gathering final notes of a somewhat different sort. This one's not typical army business - this is a little more personal.

On the Platform

Cassie has made her way to the platform dressed as smartly and made up as well as she can get away with. She'll be going back to the clothes she was wearing back home anyway, so there's no sense in being practical here on the platform. She wants to look her best as she says her goodbyes to the friends she's made on this strange journey.

Her expression is a little muted, but cheerful. She's been preparing for this. Even though this is the last she'll see of Vegeta even if things go according to plan, she's following the old Cage family advice:

"Don't cry 'cause it's over, smile 'cause it happened."

Hugs, salutes, and waves will be delivered as appropriate.

And a little more will be given to one special someone, who she's hoping not to be saying goodbye to for good.