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MercCon, Arms Hotel - Saturday Mid-Day, Main Ballroom

Feb 02, 2008 14:00

Buttkicking for Goodness: aka, The Money is Nice, But It Isn't Everything
A workshop hosted by Minsc, with special guest Boo

Finding a Weapon that's Right for You
A panel discussion, featuring Jack "Weasel" Hammer, Alex Hayden, Beatrix Kiddo, Leon Montoya, Jennifer Mui, Mr. Teatime, and Wade "Deadpool" Wilson

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Finding a Weapon that's Right for You bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 19:05:43 UTC

A panel discussion, featuring Jack "Weasel" Hammer, Alex Hayden, Beatrix Kiddo, Leon Montoya, Jennifer Mui, Mr. Teatime, and Wade "Deadpool" Wilson

Introductions! bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 19:05:59 UTC

Panel members should introduce themselves and explain their experience as it relates to this topic, or why they wanted to participate in this discussion.

Re: Introductions! thepenetraitor February 2 2008, 19:17:00 UTC

"Hey, it's Weasel again," Weasel said, now with slightly more confidence. "Uh, I shot a gun at a guy, once. He died, but he was a clone, so it didn't really matter in the end." He paused, shooting an apologetic look at one of the pannelists. "...Although I think he's dead now. I've spent most of my life working as tech expert to the mercenary Deadpool, and while I don't really have hands-on weapons experience, I've designed, purchased, or, uh, stolen absolutely every piece of equipment he's ever worked with."

Another pause. "Call me if you need anything special. Especially if you're a hot chick."

Re: Introductions! mouthy_merc February 2 2008, 20:01:14 UTC

"Deadpool again! And..." He looked down at his costume. And all the weapons there hidden on him.

And not so hidden.

"Well, if it can kill people, I probably know how to use it. Just takes a weeeee bit of practice and some real life experience with the fun, wonderful, Weasel why didn't you bring your buddy new ones...? weaponry."

Re: Introductions! fivebyfivemerc February 2 2008, 20:24:00 UTC

"My name is Jennifer Mui, and I've quite a lot of experience with a wide variety of weapons and explosives. I'm most familiar with American and Soviet military-issue pieces, but I do pride myself on being a quick study with practically anything."

She smiled sweetly at Weasel. "What sorts of equipment do you have to offer?"

Re: Introductions! bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 20:37:22 UTC

"Beatrix Kiddo," she said with a nod. "Expert in hand-to-hand, crack shot with a number of guns, and this sword I carry with me is an authentic Hattori Hanzō. So you understand why I don't let it out of my sight."

She couldn't help grinning at that. Hanzō was possibly the world's finest craftsman, and he had taken a blood oath not to make any more weapons. He'd made an exception, for her.

Re: Introductions! tay_ah_tie_may February 2 2008, 23:51:20 UTC

"Hello." Mr. Teatime smiled creepily. "My name's Teatime pronounced like the screen name. Last time I'll bring it up, promise. I'm a senior Apprentice in the Assasin's Guild of Ankh-Morpork. It's a hands-on training program. And I work mostly with knives and swords."

Re: Introductions! semiprofesional February 3 2008, 05:51:15 UTC

"Leon. I'm a cleaner. I...I clean. Prefer guns. Knifework, the up-close, has it's place," he said, his coat slightly open revealing a bit of a vest underneath. His wood toolbox was at his feet. "Guns are best."

Choosing a Weapon bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 19:07:16 UTC

What's your favorite, and how did you find it? Anything you'd not recommend? How do you know when you've picked the right one? Advice to those still looking?

Re: Choosing a Weapon thepenetraitor February 2 2008, 19:50:01 UTC

"Most mercs like to settle for a gun or a sword or something like that. Which can be very effective, but really, you've got to consider the potentials of explosives. They come in a lot of ranges these days, you know-- triggered, countdown, you name it." Weasel grinned an expert PR grin at absolutely anyone present. "I do very well in explosives, and in any kind of teleportation tech you'd like. I'll be at the Arms place on Sunday provided Cable doesn't kill me and I'll tell you all about it!"

Pause.

"Also, personally? Poker cards."

Re: Choosing a Weapon bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 20:38:06 UTC

"How do you kill with poker cards?" Beatrix asked.

Re: Choosing a Weapon thepenetraitor February 2 2008, 20:41:27 UTC

"Depends on whether or not you're Gambit." Weasel wiggled a little in his chair.

Re: Choosing a Weapon mouthy_merc February 2 2008, 20:03:49 UTC

"I'm more a fan of the gun and sword, as my colleague has mentioned mercs seem to favour. Mostly because I have bad experiences being blown up."

A beat.

"I don't like it. Takes too long for limbs to grow back and then you have to replace the costume and that's just annoying as all hell and no one wants that, right? Though I am kinda fond of my eskrima sticks too... there's a certain fun in the non-lethal weapons and not just because I haven't really killed anyone in about 3 years now."

Re: Choosing a Weapon fivebyfivemerc February 2 2008, 20:31:44 UTC

"Personally, I'm most comfortable with sniper rifles of all kinds, and any sort of explosive projectile. Obviously, that's not everyone's style, and the key is to use as many weapons as possible, in order to find the one you like most."

"That said, your favorite weapon is not usually the best one for the job. Always listen to your tacOps. And, of course, if you're up against a large opposition, it's best to have a weapon that's compatible with theirs, so you can raid the corpses for ammo clips."

Re: Choosing a Weapon bldspttredbride February 2 2008, 20:41:24 UTC

"You need to remember to suit the weapon to the job," she said calmly. "The Hattori Hanzō sword was for taking out the Yakuza clan, and an old friend seated atop it. For an earlier mission, it was a thrown knife across a kitchen counter. Samurai fighting doesn't work well in someone's living room. Most importantly: always, always have back-ups. A dagger tucked into your boot. A concealed handgun in the small of your back. You never know when you'll be disarmed."

Re: Choosing a Weapon tay_ah_tie_may February 2 2008, 23:54:02 UTC

"I've found that knives and swords work best for me." Mr. Teatime said. "They're quick, quiet, low maintenance, and some can be quite easily concealed."

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