Finally caught up on TF:P...and yeah, there was no stopping it.

[bigdaddydragon]

I do not see how this will help me finish off the Autobots--help me make them pay for what they did to my brethren.

[Someone is not pleased about becoming a muse.]

I have no time to waste on your desires, mun. My purpose is to destroy the Prime and bring the Autobots to justice for what they did. Only then will my fellow Predacons be avenged.

[His claws curl into a fist as he glares down at it, a low growl bubbling in his vocalizer.]

This so called 'practice' at using this form, as you call it, is unnecessary.

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[needsmoarbombs]

It is necessary to them, however. It means they are fond enough of you to attempt this, which is something of a compliment I suppose.

[Ignoring, of course, the repeated attempts to systematically ruin their lives... Though he does have to look up at Predaking a little uncertainly.]

You are absolutely certain that no one is at fault for your kin's fate but the Autobots?

[bigdaddydragon]

[His gaze focuses on this unknown Decepticon, optics narrowing some as he lowers his clenched fist.]

I do not need their compliments. Lord Megatron has given me his favor and my creator, Shockwave, has as well.

[That's enough for him.]

I was there. I saw the destruction they had caused! They destroyed my brethren without any regard for their lives and because of that, I must take theirs.

[needsmoarbombs]

Your pain is one familiar to me, for I have lost a brother at the hands of the Autobots as well. That does not mean that those you seek favor from were not somehow involved in your loss.

[Yeah, Dreadwing is gonna go there.]

For all his greatness, Lord Megatron is shrewd and cruel when he wishes to keep powerful warriors in line.

[bigdaddydragon]

It is not wise to speak ill of Megatron.

[The words are growled but there's something there--something in the predacon's optics--that looks almost...hesitant.

As if he truly is considering what the other has to say.]



...You would dare suggest that Megatron was somehow involved?

[needsmoarbombs]

No. It is not wise at all.

[Neither was swinging a sword at Starscream, but there are some things that just have to be done. Even if it ends in your own death.

He dips his head slightly.]

I would dare suggest his involvement, if only due to the fact that I was in a similar position to you, once. He will keep those he feels he can use... by any means necessary. It would not shock me if he used your loss to his own advantage.

[bigdaddydragon]

[There's a slight twitch in the predacon's expression, a low, bubbling growl that builds in his chest and works it's way up.

It..wouldn't be that far fetched now would it? He had been around the Decepticons long enough to witness such acts before; such manipulation...]

And what did you do, in this position that was so similar to mind?

[needsmoarbombs]

[It's one thing to see it... having it done to you holds far more of a sting. Even if they didn't quite manage it with Dreadwing by a complete accident of fate.

Dreadwing finally clenches one hand, though he keeps it lowered. The thought still pains him.]

I did the only things I could in my limited position. I aided those I hated most and then sought my revenge directly.

It ended poorly for me, but you are stronger than I. This much I know.

[bigdaddydragon]

You gave aid to the Autobots?

[That pulls another growl from him, the predacon shaking his head as he glared off to the side.]

I cannot and will not give them aid. They are just as much at fault for the fate of my brethren as the Decepticons themselves are.

[needsmoarbombs]

I did. They were responsible for the death of my brother - a fact I have grieved since his passing - but they left his honor intact. I cannot fault them for their actions.

[Not anymore.]

I would not suggest that course to you. However, if the Decepticons were an equal party in the destruction of your kin, do they not deserve an equal part of your vengeance?

[bigdaddydragon]

[Going quiet as he considers what the other has stated, Predaking gives a soft rumble of agreement as he glances over at the flier.]

They do. Had I an army to lead, I would destroy both factions. Both sides deserve punishment.

[He can't help but hang onto that anger really; that bitter feeling that's dwelling inside. He's lost so much...and he refuses to lose anymore.]

[needsmoarbombs]

Bide your time. There will come a time when you are able to dispense justice to both sides, as warranted. Until then, I can only advise patience.

[Admittedly, he should have taken his own advice. His own anger had overwhelmed his sense and he paid the price for it. Even now he can't really let go of it.]

My condolences, for your losses. Would that I could assure you that what you feel will fade in time.

[bigdaddydragon]

...I will do my best to be patience. But, given the circumstances, it is not something that will come easily.

[Especially with Starscream around.]

Thank you...you are the first to truly express such a sentiment.

[And it's appreciated. Really.]

[needsmoarbombs]

I doubt that the presence of Starscream makes that any more simple. He is... how he is.

[Please tell him that Starscream eventually stopped gloating about killing Cliffjumper at least.]

I simply know what it is like to lose those most important to you.

[And this bot doesn't seem half-bad.]

[bigdaddydragon]

[Hahahaha..no.]

Feeling sadness over loss...I suppose that is what separates individuals like us from the others.

[At least, that's what he thinks. He's not sure if he's right in thinking that.]

[needsmoarbombs]

[He doesn't know how that bot can possibly harp on one kill from two years ago so much. It's like he's going for a broken record.]

I suppose it is. The others have not felt such at any point, to my knowledge. Only disappointment at foiled plans.

[He's a little jealous of their callousness, sometimes.]

[bigdaddydragon]

[It's not like he's done much else that's gloat worthy.]

They have completely separated themselves from what they are. Attempted to eliminate weakness...I suppose I can understand why, but I cannot imagine an existence without true camaraderie.

[needsmoarbombs]

[True. Still, even Dreadwing doesn't harp on about blowing up Seaspray. It's just sad.]

I suppose it is simpler to remain unattached. I have never felt as such; basic companionship has more benefit than being without it. At least then, there is someone to sympathize with on troubling matters.

[bigdaddydragon]

[Starscream's just a sad, pathetic little creature, that's all.]

Perhaps it is. But I would not want such an existence. It seems meaningless. Having comrades..it makes things much easier sometimes.

[Which is why being alone right now is so hard.

Though this one..this one is quite nice at least.]

[needsmoarbombs]

[It would have been much easier for everyone involved if Dreadwing could have just stabbed him to death.]

It does. It can make this constant conflict easier to bear, when there is another to shoulder it with you. The ordeal becomes... less lonely.

[Which is really what makes not having that difficult.

At least there's someone else that understands that, now.]

[bigdaddydragon]

Yes..it does. I wish my brethren could be here but I must make do.

[Which is why he's glad he got to meet you, Dreadwing. You understand. You don't treat him like a mindless beast.]

[needsmoarbombs]

As must we all. Would that I could be more help.

[Well the people that do that are clearly fools. He's equally glad to have met you, Predaking. It's hard to find like minds anymore.]

[bigdaddydragon]

[He's glad to have met you as well, Dreadwing. If only you could be there to help him deal with Megatron and the others.]

...Thank you. You..are a welcome change from the way the others have been.

[needsmoarbombs]

[He would have liked that, Predaking. It might have been easier for them both if he could have.]

I... suppose I am too unlike them to belong, truly. Though I am glad to see that not all have forgotten the concept of comradery.

[bigdaddydragon]

The more I learn, the more I realize it would be wise to forge my own path instead of following the one that Megatron is attempting to set for me.

[Because he doesn't want to be controlled, not anymore.]

[needsmoarbombs]

I cannot fault you for such; Megatron will choose your actions, if given the option. It is better that the choice be your own, than his by manipulation.

[If only his opinion on the matter wasn't experience talking... and didn't sound so much like Autobot propaganda.]