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Post by vandalaria on Aug 17, 2022 5:38:24 GMT -5
As Pheuse floated up, Porter began unwinding the scarf to keep it out of his way while he works. They fold it up in a practiced motion before setting it on their leg until they can properly return it. Looking up at Ellie, they raise their hand and shake their head slightly, a 'thank you but no' gesture, before settling in to let Pheuse focus on his work.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 17, 2022 7:17:59 GMT -5
Pheuse finished cleaning the mount points and moved on to the remainder of the structure within. He grimaced at some of the damage that he had to leave in place the last time he had Porter's face off. After all, until the sensory mask could be repaired there was little use in fixing the misshapen underpinnings.
He shifted his position to allow Neuks to see better. In the center of Porter's face there was a clear split. All of the bits that had been cut or misshapen showing their own damage. Similar to the face plate he focused into cleaning the parts that would remain, or be patched. "Alright, a few pieces to fully replace, a little wipe down to prevent further oxidization, and then everything can be remounted. Not much longer and you will have your face back in the right shape."
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Post by resonance on Aug 17, 2022 10:07:48 GMT -5
"I'm fine, thank you Ellie. Oh, and let your sister know I'd be a really good big sister."
Neuks grinned again before Ellie went upstairs, then brought her attention fully back to the repair process.
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 17, 2022 13:01:23 GMT -5
Ellie rolled her eyes and continued on to try and track down Anthony. She just needed to leave him a message asking her to be notified if anyone came asking for Ellie or Tobias, as she had instructed Si to do. Ellie did not intend to leave the House for the rest of the day, just to ensure she would be on hand when Si arrived.
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 18, 2022 5:01:14 GMT -5
Porter gave a very slight nod as Pheuse explained the rest of the process, almost imperceptible except to him.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 18, 2022 5:36:29 GMT -5
Pheuse finished cleaning the small areas around the damage as well as along connecting points still holding broken components. He floated away, placing the duster and the brush. He grabbed the smaller component parts that were waiting on the full fix and stashed them in separate pockets.
He retrieved a mini spanner and a precision driver and floated back up. It was short work to undo the ends and release the broken innards. All of the broken bits were placed in a single pocket. As he started into replacing those components he only connected it on one side. "Okay, Porter. I need you to place your hands on the side of your head and press together! After that I can finish tying your face together so it will hold its original shape!"
He was getting excited at finally getting close to completing the work needed. There was still a few more steps left, but he could see the finish line in sight.
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Post by resonance on Aug 18, 2022 6:29:57 GMT -5
Neuks was getting equally excited for the finishing touches to Porter's face, and she'd now leaned so far forward the stool was tilting with her.
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Post by redcoat on Aug 18, 2022 7:46:24 GMT -5
Anthony was easy enough to find- standing in the large doorway between the formal dining room and the parlor, as if debating some deep question of life- lost in his own thoughts.
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 18, 2022 19:46:02 GMT -5
"Excuse me - Anthony?" Ellie approached and flashed a smile. "Hi. I'm expecting a visitor at some point today. If someone comes and askes for Ellie or Tobias, would you be able to inform me so I could come meet them?"
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 19, 2022 9:43:16 GMT -5
Porter reached up as instructed, their fingers making a light *tack* sound as they touch the approximate location Pheuse indicated. Squeezing lightly released a series of clasps framing their head, priming them to receive the faceplate and lock it into place.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 19, 2022 10:24:44 GMT -5
Pheuse used pliers and aligned the replacement pieces. Two of the items were springs that he could hook in to take some of the tension. The other bits required care as he remounted mini-piston like devices and threaded nuts and bolts. It took a minute to do all the minute work, but it was worth it.
"Okay Porter, you can release. Your face will hold shape now for the repaired face plate." He floated away and then returned with a small oil can with a long spout filled with a very thin liquid. He squeezed out 1-3 drops on all the inner pieces that he had to clean or replace. Following that he used an angled metal rod with a felted tip to spread the oil to protect the pieces from oxidization.
"Almost there ..." He floated back down to the face plate and using his ring moved the sensory mask into position gently.
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Post by redcoat on Aug 20, 2022 13:16:30 GMT -5
Anthony, as if startled out of his revelry, blinked owlishly before giving Ellie a polite nod. "Why, of course, I would be happy to. Would you... would your companions prefer a formal or informal dinner this evening? I didn't want to presume, but also was unsure if I should ask..."
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Post by Ancelas on Aug 21, 2022 10:51:21 GMT -5
"Oh. Hm... I feel like that's more Porter's domain... but I think informal would be preferred. Hopefully my friend arrives by then, and we would appreciate dining without too much interruption." Ellie flashed a smile - a charming one, if she did say so herself.
I suppose being guests of a major House does come with some perks...
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Post by vandalaria on Aug 22, 2022 14:51:08 GMT -5
Porter released their face as instructed. The catches remained primed to receive the face plate and stabilize it on the shock absorbers where it would normally rest, though their face was no longer under the same degree of tension. The subtle relaxation gave their face a more 'normal' look, or at least more pleasing proportions. Normal would come when the faceplate was reattached.
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Post by §~Samwise~§ on Aug 22, 2022 20:47:15 GMT -5
Pheuse grabbed the face plate at the edges to steady it. Using his ring he finished aligning the sensory mask, the pressure now holding the face plate in situ. He moved his hands and began to connect the mask to its mounting points. This was easier done than removing the broken pieces earlier.
The fine golden mesh-work now properly seated and formed detailed just how damaged the prior set was. Pheuse took the face plate in hand and released the telekinetic hold on the mesh. Floating back up to Porter he socketed the mask into place. A satisfying sucking sound followed by a snapping click following the final motion. He grabbed his spanner and tightened the mounting bolts until they were nearly invisible again.
"Alright, Porter. Give me a sensory check. Eyes, and smell are good for now. But if you feel eager to test taste again, I am sure we can arrange something." With the work completed all of the sense related maladies that plagued Porter should be repaired.
Pheuse floated backwards and smiled at his completed work. Seeing the repaired mask was oddly satisfying. The resin that bound the faceplate settled as smooth rivers through the mask adding pleasant and seemingly intentional color variance.
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