<blockquote><div><cite>thisistheclincher wrote:</cite>Artemis witnessed the space battle with much interest, leaning forward on a control panel to the annoyance of a crewman, who swiftly ushered him aside. He sighed with relief as there were no reports of casualties, although it would take some extensive repairs and time before the mechs would be running at a hundred percent again, and what if the enemy had another plan in mind beforehand.<br/><br/>He turned to the intimidating Malicent, acknowledging him with a nod. The mysterious minister of the death goddess in his dark attire made Artemis shudder a little. He had nothing against the guy or his religion. Hell knew they all needed it in a time like this, otherwise theyâ€™d end up at crazy as the extremists. However, the scientist wondered how Malicent had ever been allowed on the ship without some apprehension, for he was hardly the glowing messenger of hope Artemis had imagined to console him. A mine exploded close to the Elyandra, sending violent vibrations through the ship. Artemis had to steady himself, he was getting a craving for a cigarette.<br/><br/>Now paying attention to the alien craft as it bravely saved Stalking Cat from the mines, Artemis was very excited to see the mechâ€™s pilot. This was indeed a momentous occasion for science, however he felt that he may be the only one who understood this. They had just encountered another alien race, humanity wasnâ€™t alone in the universe. Although it was impossible to determine the beingâ€™s intentions. The crew were more concerned with their own survival. â€˜Captain, I wish to accompany you to the medical bay.â€™<br/><br/>When the Captain announced the ship was making a hyperspace jump, Artemis rolled his eyes. He might need to go to the medical bay for personal reasons afterall, he hated jumps as they made him queasy.</div></blockquote>