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TIM mentioned in another thread that he might make this the semi-required EI (jokingly, I assume), but I thought I'd post a record of what stages the Nano-C takes, purely for record keeping.

Name: Nano-C
Current evolution stage: Finished
Evolution frequency: 2 weeks
Evolution details:

Stage 1: "The Nano-C was recently recovered from an abandoned high-tech installation... goodness knows who built it or what happened to them, but I'd be awfully careful with their technology. It may be dangerous! Right now, it appears to be some kind of a wristband... I'm more of a natural scientist than a technology expert, but I'd advise you not to go around pointing it at people."
- Eyepiece - left eye
- Wrist piece - all hand positions

Stage 2: "The advanced, self-improving technology of the Nano-C has gone into overdrive this week... even with all my fancy science equipment, like those coils that shoot electricity at each other for some reason and test tubes and whatnot, I've never seen anything quite so mystifying."
- Gauss pistol - right or left hand, all positions
- Battle Drone MK1 - over the shoulder

Stage 3: "I'm more of a biological scientist than a technology person, so I honestly have no idea what's in store for the Nano-C. If I had to speculate, though, I'd say that you should definitely not point it at your face."
- Ion Cannon - left hand, lowered and hand up
- Battle Drone mk2 - over the shoulder
- I am Battle Drone MK2

Stage 4: "It's quite lovely but, I'll tell you one thing: it looks dangerous. Don't point it at your face, or you may be in for a nasty surprise… that's what she s--"
- Pulse Rifle - left hand, all positions
- Omni-directional defense - waist
- Aerial Booster - back

Stage 5: "Mythical beasts are all well and good, but I'm more of a man of science. That's why the Nano-C is so intriguing to me... it looks even more complicated and dangerous this week, and I'm a big fan of complicated and dangerous things."
- XHIA SMG/Grenade Launcher - either hand, all poses
- Tower Shield - either hand, all poses
- Shoulder Mounted Pulse Cannon (dual)
- Shoulder Mounted Pulse Cannon (Left side)
- Shoulder Mounted Pulse Cannon (Rigth side)

Stage 6: "The technological superiority of the Nano-C is clearly evident once again with another stunning firmware revision. I'm not sure this kind of advanced weaponry should be in the hands of the general public..."
- Bidirectional Matter Relocation Device - both hands, most positions
- Phase Blade - both hands, all positions
- Phase Blade (holstered left / right)
- Visual Feedback MK.ii (wired / wireless)
- EMP Shield

Stage 7: "Tech fans will be pleased to note that the Nano-C is getting another firmware update this week. This thing is looking a little dangerous, isn't it, Timmy?
Timmy: I'll say! Being a child, I can't help wanting to recklessly point it at myself and others! And maybe press some buttons!
Dr. Singh: Please don't, little buddy. I'm aware that the phrase "not a toy" is just about the most enticing thing in the universe to a person your age, but take my word for it that having a not-blown-up head is way more fun than playing with high-tech weaponry."
- Eye Shot
- Neural Link
- Neural Link (Shaved)
- Single-stage Coilgun (either hand)
- Droid Skin
- Droid Skin Complete
- Droit Skin (with hair)

Stage 8: "On the high-tech front, we're seeing fantastic new upgrades to both the Nano-C and the Anima Adamantea this week, so you'll be perfectly equipped for all your top-secret space espionage laser missions and whatnot."
- Mirrored Optics [Ghost]
- Mirrored Optics [Neuro]
- Combat Drone Mk III [Array]
- Wireless Earpiece [Right, Left, Both]
- Powered Arms [Right, Left, Both]

Stage 9: "Dr. Singh: I'm also getting word this week that the creators of the high-tech Nano-C have released another firmware update to this nanotech wonder-- this time, we're seeing some mega-cool cybernetic enhancements, plus a mean energy rifle to really show 'em who's boss.
Timmy: An energy rifle! Wow! It looks like it's got a multi-mode core that can operate in electrostatic, endothermic or exothermic modes for maximum lethal versatility! Gee whiz, Doc, you could probably blow a four-foot hole in a steel wall with this thing! Can I fire it? Huh? Please? Just this once?
Dr. Singh: No! For the last time, you'd incinerate that fluffy head of yours. Since when do you know so much about high-tech weaponry, Timmy?
Timmy: I play a lot of video games.
Dr. Singh: Fair enough."
- Powered Legs
- LM-1 Carbine [Endothermic Mode, Exothermic Mode, Electrostatic Mode] (one hand, all poses)
- Aerial Booster MK. II (up, spread, down)
- Targeting Assist Helmet (With and without antennae)

Stage 10: "Dr. Singh: This? Oh... well, this is just the new firmware revision of the Nano-C. I was hoping you wouldn't notice, because I'm not sure I want you near all this high-tech armor and weaponry, considering your recent hormonal mood swings and your unhealthy interest in dangerous technology.
Timmy: Yeah, Doc, it does kinda seem like I might wind up blowing everyone up! Ha!
Dr. Singh: But anyway, there's been some brilliant new work on the Nano-C this week-- as we suspected, it's one of the most advanced marvels of engineering we've ever seen on Gaia, so all the tech-junkies out there are probably bulging their eyes at its futuristic splendor right now. Especially at that amazing helmet..."
- Facial Trauma [Right, Left]
- Powered Helmet [Combat, Stealth]
- Powered Chest Plate
- Energy Pike (all poses)
- Lightning Gun (all poses)
- CF-1 Static Field [Toroidal, Helical]
- Q9 Beam Pistol [regular, Laser Sight] (all poses)

Stage 11: "Dr. Singh: Sorry! I won't bore you with those old stories this week, ladies and gentlemen. Last but not least, we've got another cutting-edge firmware update for the Nano-C, featuring a new android facemask, a sleek bodysuit and some dangerous accessories.
Timmy: Say, now that I'm growin' up so fast, maybe I could play with that laser assault drone a little bit, huh?
Dr. Singh: Absolutely not, young man. Just because you've grown a few inches doesn't mean you won't blow your fool head up the very instant you're allowed to touch anything more dangerous than a strike-anywhere match."
- MX-2 Bladehand
- Connection Array (all poses)
- Groundspeed Booster [idle, active]
- Droid Skull
- Target Analysis
- Combat Drone MK.IV [idle, charged]
- Machine Interface Suit

Stage 12 (final): " We've saved some big news for last: the fantastic Nano-C is reaching its finale! it's got some wickedly destructive new technologies available, plus the unlocking of all its previous firmware. We'd better keep it away from Timmy-- he just loves pressing buttons on dangerous equipment."
- LW-1009 Precision Long-range Rifle [hand (all poses), back]
- Heavy Battle Suit [Lazer, Minigun]
- Aerial Booster MKIII Ultralight [inactive, active]
- Electron Scan Skin [normal face, full]
- Orbital Cannon Target Painter (all poses)
- Orbital Cannon Targeted 650 THz [front, behind]
- Orbital Cannon Targeted 400 THz [front, behind]
- Just a pile of bulky junk metal
- Boom, headshot.



Synopsis: It's not really clear from the descriptions whether this device was built by humans (i.e. G-Corp?) or by aliens. It's obviously somewhat dangerous, and possesses an ability to upgrade itself to many useful forms, ranging from weapons, to defenses, to physical enhancements. While useful, it is somewhat dangerous, and could result in death if used improperly. Even so, it seems to simply be technology, albiet a very advanced form of it. Perfect for GiB research and use.

that would be awesome. Join the guild, and as soon as you're accepted, you get a free nano-c mrgreen

Obviously TIM would have to be even more strict on who gets in, and we'd be swamped with join requests. If they knew about it. ninja

yeah that would work.

I gotta say though, I like this latest evolution. This is one item that keeps getting better and better. biggrin

Shush, you'll jinx it! <_<


And you're right. I didn't know the GiB actually existed as a guild until I saw the Christmas hang-out thread. Up until then I thought it was just another part of zOMG (albiet one of the coolest). I still think they should add more missions to that area. Maybe we should come up with some ideas for missions and send a list to Quixter biggrin

security too, methinks. eh?