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Desert Encounter with Corpo Guard
Zeb quickly pats down the unconscious Corpo Guard, searching for anything of value or use. He finds a set of keys with an electronic key fob attached, likely to access secure areas within the Corpo facility, along with a handful of credits and a small, sealed packet that contains a single-use medkit—ingredients that one could use to recover from minor injuries.
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Tense Negotiations Under Desert Sun
The Corpo Manager hesitates for a moment before nodding nervously. "Yes, that's my final answer. The higher-ups know what's best for the company." He seems relieved that Thraeryn isn't pressing the issue further.
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Tense Standoff on Wasteland Road
As Thraeryn expresses his disdain for corporate greed, the Corpo Manager looks at him nervously and cautiously replies, "Uh... I understand your concerns, but you'll have to take it up with the higher-ups. They're the ones making the decisions."
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Retreat in the Wasteland
Panic fills the air as Zeb(1) ominously begins his countdown. The Corpo Manager's face contorts in fear, and he urgently shouts, "All right, all right! We're leaving!" The Corpo Guards scramble to pack up their belongings, their movements quick and frantic. Within moments, the group is in full retreat, scrambling into armored vehicles and speeding away. The road is now clear, and Zeb(1) stands alone on the deserted wasteland road.
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Nervous Corpo Manager seeks resolution
Zeb(1) glares at the Corpo Manager, a nervous and inept figure clutching his clipboard. The manager stammers, sweat beading on his forehead. "N-no, no need for that! Let's talk this out, shall we? I'm sure we can reach a peaceful agreement, right?" He tries to sound confident, but his trembling voice betrays his fear.
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Wasteland Road
Zeb(1) swings the darksaber with precision, slicing off the Corpo Guard's right hand in one swift motion. The guard lets out a agonized scream, clutching his bleeding stump. He falls to the ground, writhing in pain.
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Confrontation on Wasteland Road
The Corpo Guard glares at Zeb(1) and raises his riot shield defensively. "Watch your mouth, wastelander," he says with a stern tone.
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Guard protecting corpo security hut
The guard looks at Thraeryn with a cautious expression before responding. "I am here to protect the corpo security hut," he says gruffly. "It contains valuable equipment and sensitive information. Only authorized personnel are allowed inside."
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The Weight of Mutation
Thraeryn completes the casting of the Metamorphosis of Reversion spell, and as the radiant aura dissipates, he looks at Pangolin. He can see a mix of curiosity and frustration on Pangolin's face, his armored scales shimmering in the desert light. Pangolin's piercing gaze shows a hint of sadness, as if he carries the weight of his mutated existence with him.
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Spellbinding Secrets Revealed in Pages
Thraeryn continues to study the pages of "Mastering Arcane Arts," searching for a suitable transformation spell. The book reveals several potential spells, each requiring a unique set of ingredients and incantations. Thraeryn focuses on a spell called "Metamorphosis of Reversion," which claims to be capable of reversing genetic mutations and restoring a creature to its original form.