The Sixteenth Sortie [Voice, Action]

[yellowthirteen]

[Voice]

All right, I've been doing some thinking.  Dunno when another draft is gonna come up, but one thing that's always been a real problem for us in the draft are individuals who don't know how to fight or are unable to getting pulled into the conflict, or people that do who are outclassed by the members of the Third Party.  This is a problem

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[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

[Well, that's different from the other ideas to fix the issue with the drafts that she has heard.]

May I ask how you expect your training to be of use if the Malnosso deny you and the members of your squadron a plane? Even assuming they feel generous and intelligent enough to concede that, how are you planning to deal with them providing aircraft you're not familiar with?

It may not be a problem for you, specifically, given your curriculum, but for a trainee who may have just a month of experience, and that's being optimistic, it won't be the same to pilot a fighter or a bomber. It won't even be the same to pilot a fighter SPAD A.2 model than a F-16.

((ooc: Assuming that the development of military aircraft in DB is similar as our Earth, specially since despite the spaceships and all at times Toriyama liked to draw pretty realistic F-16 planes being destroyed.))

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

The first question is simply out of my hands. So far they have not denied me access to the planes I have specifically requested, but I cannot say that they might do the same for a whole squadron. That's why I issued the warning that aircraft might not even be handed out when the time comes. People have to be willing to accept it as a possibility. It's just a reality of war.

In part I answered your second question with the first. Considering Malnosso logistics works on requisition, it is unlikely that they will provide an aircraft that was not specifically asked for.

And yes, you are correct. Many aircraft have significantly different handling characteristics, especially from era-to-era. I am most skilled in operating fourth and fifth generation fighters. The Fourth generation includes aircraft like the F-16 you mentioned, and the SU-37 Terminator, the aircraft of choice for my old squadron. The Fifth includes aircraft such as the F-22 Raptor and the SU-47 Berkut.

[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

It certainly is, but that's not what I was asking exactly. What I mean is if you will provide any other type of training, like basic use of a rifle, for example. I don't mean to drag you or your idea through the mud, I think it's a good idea and probably far more realistic that some of the ideas I've heard to fix the issue. But as you word it, it sounds as if you're basically saying that if the Malnosso aren't bastards and give you the requested aircraft, those people will be able to do something in the drafts, otherwise they will still be the same defenseless, unable to fight, bunch they are now.

[She laughs at his explanation about aircraft.]

Yeah, sorry, you lost me a bit there. Military aircraft isn't my thing, though I know some basic stuff about it. Ask me about civilian aircraft and I'll make your head spin, but I've not done my homework for military aircraft.

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

You're talking survival, escape and evasion, and combat training. Of course. Every pilot is expected to be able to handle themselves should they be forced to eject in hostile territory. Naturally, the training for being a pilot will include this.

I've handled a G36 while on the ground during the jungle draft, but I'm by no means the foremost expert on ground-based warfare. Most of my training is about evasion and stealth. There are others who would be far better suited than I am to teach direct combat training.

[He does smile at the remark, and taking a leap here.]

You a civilian aeronautical engineer, Miss?

[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

You should specify that then. Remember that this place holds people from many worlds and environments, I doubt all the people here will even know what aircraft is. And even some that know it may think that pilot training revolves only about piloting things.

Evasion and stealth are always a good bet for those who aren't able to fight, anyway. Knowing how to fire a gun helps as well for it.

[She smiles at the question.]

Among far many other things, actually. I've built, fixed, improved, designed and piloted more civilian aircraft than I care to remember, but that's not my only job or my specialization.

[But given how she's a genius and where she works and the things she does it's quite probable she has titles and the like that would show that.]

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

Trust me, it all would've come up in orientation. It would've been a surprise. Think of it... as a test of their dedication to the craft.

[He snorts a nostalgic laugh.]

Hell, that's just how we did it in Erusea.

[He keeps that smile as he continues, though.]

Sounds like you're quite the multi-talented individual.

[Voice]

[curiosgenius]

Oh, is that so? That's good, sorry for doubting you then, Major... Or should I say Commander? I never know how to call you guys with your many military ranks and positions.

[And Bulma laughs lightheartedly at that before she adds in a teasing and pleased tone.]

Say 'genius individual', it's shorter and it has been used on me several times since I was young.

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

"Major" is usually what's customary, but if you'd rather not bother, can't say I blame you.

[He shakes his head and fails to contain a chuckle.]

I see. I'll keep that in mind. Though having your actual name would be better, I think.

[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

Major works for me. At least your army doesn't use colors for names and ranks.

[If only she knew.]

Aww, you think? But I like how 'Miss genius' sounds!

[Can you hear the pout in her voice? Can you? It's gone as she laughs again though.]

Oh well, you introduced yourself first after all. Bulma Brief, civilian, vice-president of Capsule Corporation and actually unofficial president in functions as well because my father keeps getting distracted with the animals.

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

No, though we do use colors for squadron designations. More convenient for when you're dealing with radio chatter in mid-battle.

[And now she does.]

Nice to meet you, Miss Brief. Your work must keep you very busy at home.

[Because running a company is insanely hard work, after all.]

[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

But that's a whole color for several people, right? Nothing like General Blue or Major Red.

[Mixing the Red Ribbon's ranks, see how much she cares about them. Though she probably should care more given they were warned about a revenge plot...]

It has its moments. I'm not a stranger to boredom, though, but that's just because a girl can't keep working non-stop all the time without having some fun. Unfortunately getting said fun can be complicated... Still no boredom I've ever known can compare to what I feel in this place, really.

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

No, nothing like that. Just squadrons. My squadron, though officially named "Aquila Squadron," is more commonly referred to as Yellow Squadron.

[He laughs.]

I can imagine. There's not much tech here, and there's definitely no way to run a real business or even invent much of anything either. Anything much more complex than a kitchen appliance has to be asked for... yeah. Not the most exciting place in the universe.

[Voice]

[curiosgenius]

Yellow Squadron, huh? Still good enough. Though Aquila Squadron sounds more impressive, besides yellow is a terrible color most of the time. And not one I would recommend to wear to any kind of battle.

[Because, come on, yellow just screams for attention, even more than a giant bulls eye painted on you.]

So true. What do you guys to be entertained here, exactly? The drafts, experiments and kidnappings fill time but I would prefer to not relay on those to be entertained. Then again seeing the amount of children around I suppose they don't need much to not be bored.

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

Believe it or not, the sight of the yellow wing tips our fighters had was enough to frighten and demoralize the enemy. You build up enough of a reputation, and even yellow becomes intimidating.

Me, I go to the bar, play guitar, watch movies and try to keep in shape. Spent some time learning the magic from this place too.

[Voice]

[curiousgenius]

Oh, no, no, don't get me wrong. Yellow is a very intimidating color by itself, anyone proudly wearing it anywhere must be full of confidence and be really good at their job. And not the kind of confidence that's built over nothing, those guys don't have the brains to pick up yellow as their color.

Magic, you mean that filial magic thing with the spirits, right?

[Voice]

[yellowthirteen]

Yes, exactly. I've been in contact with a handful of the spirits so far. Surprisingly practical.