Editing Research Optus

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|othernames= Research Psion <br> Contact
|image= [[File:Research Optus Infobox.jpg|300px]]
|homeworld= [[Torobatl]]
|species= [[Psion]]
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|affiliation= [[Imperial Cabal]] <br> [[The Coalition]]
|rank= [[Optus]]
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|notable= Lead biophysicist within the [[Plaguelands]]
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{{Quote|A [[Psion]] biophysicist loyal to [[Empress Caiatl]]|In-game description}}

The '''Research Optus''' is a [[Psion]] [[Optus]] tasked with working with [[The Guardian|the Guardian]] within the [[Plaguelands]] to find out [[Maya Sundaresh]]'s plans and why she is so focused on such a location. They can be encountered every time one clears an area during [[Reclaim]] missions and can be talked to up to twenty times, afterwards they disappear and do not spawn any more.

==Biography==
The Research Optus is first and can be repeatedly encountered upon the completion of a sector in the Reclaim missions. Through each conversation had with the Research Optus, while initially standoffish and purely professional, the Research Optus quickly warms up to the Guardian. Though this kinship quickly turns to distrust as the Psion feels they are just being used as a means to an end. Through repeated talks with the Psion, this paranoia is dispelled. However, this paranoia is replaced with a more physical issue as the Psion is repeatedly injured in their pursuits and Psionic powers can only heal so much, yet they are resolute it doesn't matter and that they are expendable.

The Optus eventually comes to the conclusion that Maya Sundaresh will use a [[Warsat]] satellite to broadcast her reach across a vast distance, bringing far more under her command than her current reach allows. After this, albeit not proven, conclusion, the Research Optus sees a cloudy vision of [[Torobatl]], the homeworld of the [[Cabal]] that fell to [[Xivu Arath, God of War]] and her [[Xivu Arath's Horde|brood]]. They come to the conclusion they must depart for the planet for an unknown reason to the Guardian. They say their farewell, saying they treasured the Guardian's companionship, and hopes they will cross paths again someday.

==Personality and Traits==
The Research Optus is often very task-focused and prefers short and to-the-point conversations, seeming to not be one who likes to dawdle. They also seem open to friendship, yet seem distrusting by nature, requiring a firm and repeated companionship to begin opening up. They are a firm believer of the militant culture of the Cabal, seeing themself as expendable and seeming to not have any issue with their placement in the [[Imperial Cabal]]'s hierarchy.

The Optus has a very dry sense of conversation, making it hard to tell what they are currently feeling without reading their body language, which they often fail at hiding. They seem to not want to worry the Guardian as after they're injured they begin to repeatedly force themselves to seem okay and even rushing their Psionic healing process to seem in better health to their companion. Though despite these mannerisms, they are very compassionate and determined, finding their goals more important than even their life or health, along with quickly gaining a close and trusting bond with the Guardian.

==Conversations Transcript==
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|title1= 1st Conversation
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*'''Research Optus:''' [[Maya Sundaresh]], where is she now? Come speak with me, if time will allow.

*'''Psionic Vision''' [Maya searches across the deserted plain. A hidden facility comes into view, its architectural structure changing every time she takes a step.]

*'''Research Optus:''' She could be here, but she is not. [[Warsat]] materials are her last shot.

|title2= 2nd Conversation
|content2=
*'''Research Optus:''' 
I can tell you more of what you seek. With extra [[Glimmer]], I will speak.

They await payment, and are disappointed.

*'''Research Optus:'''
No matter, I'm feeling lonely today. Keep speaking to me, and you won't need to pay. [[SIVA]] built all a civilization could need. A [[Paracausality|paracausal]] satellite fuels Maya's greed.

|title3= 3rd Conversation
|content3=
The [[Optus]] faces you, seemingly trying to stare into your soul.

*'''Research Optus:''' 
Does it trouble you, thinking of what Maya and SIVA could do?

The [[Psion]] stands silently.

*'''Research Optus:'''
I've noted our acquaintanceship lately. I appreciate your presence greatly.

|title4= 4th Conversation
|content4=
The Optus waves you over enthusiastically.

*'''Research Optus:'''
I awaited your presence. My conversations with you are filled with great pleasance.

They shift from one foot to the other.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Do you think of me as friend, or only as means to an end?

They shake their head.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Perhaps the answer is best left unsaid. I'll tell you when Maya rears her arrogant head.

|title5= 5th Conversation
|content5=
You approach the Optus, preparing for a short conversation.

'''Psionic Vision'''
[A pit of emotion, an endless void.]

*'''Research Optus:''' 
I have nothing for you today. Maya is hiding, to my dismay.

They turn away from you, apparently concluding the conversation.

|title6= 6th "Conversation"
|content6=
You reach out mentally to your Research Optus contact… Their mind is a thoroughly shifting cloud as they process new information. They are unprepared to speak of their recent findings.

|title7= 7th Conversation
|content7=
The Research Optus turns away.

*'''Research Optus:''' 
I am not ready for you yet, [[Guardian]].

You wait for a sentence with the accompanying rhyme, only to receive nothing.

|title8= 8th Conversation
|content8=
You find the Optus considerably battered and bruised.

*'''Research Optus:''' 
I found her pursuing the [[Golden Age]] tech. I… Can you understand me without rhymes or rhythms?

They grip their side.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Good. Then please leave me alone for a moment.

|title9= 9th Conversation
|content9=
A Psionic blast explodes in reverse, unbreaking a set of ribs.

*'''Research Optus:''' 
Thank you for waiting for me. Maya searches for more than SIVA. She's aiming to expand her reach. To replace lost power. If your superiors are unaware, I'd suggest you make it known to them now. [A mirthful trill.] You go, I'll be here.

|title10= 10th Conversation
|content10=
Upon approaching, the Psion keels over, holding their abdomen. Perhaps they aren't healing as well as you'd thought.

*'''Research Optus:'''
You forget I'm expendable. I was born to be wounded.

You reach down, letting the Optus steady themself on your arm. They grab your shoulder for balance as they stand up straight again.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Guardian, I…

They avoid your gaze.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Thank you.

|title11= 11th Conversation
|content11=
The Psion stands before you, legs shaking. Upon your arrival, they attempt to steady them.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Guardian! Your face is exactly the one I wanted to see.

Once again you help them balance themself.

*'''Research Optus:'''
I think Maya is planning to attack a Warsat facility. An intuition, not yet proven true.

|title12= 12th Conversation
|content12=
The Psion sees you and tries to cover their worsening wounds.

*'''Psionic Vision'''
[Red threads unravel, a sewing needle trying to close an ever-widening tear.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
Meet with me later. Our next conversation will need preparation.

They wave you away.

|title13= 13th Conversation
|content13=
The Psion's mind connects

*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A red wave of nausea flowing over and through.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
Apologies, Guardian. Communing with [[Vex]] intelligences gives great pain. Maya Sundaresh's rage and fear suffuse her followers. She yearns to inflict her pain on others.

|title14= 14th Conversation
|content14=
The Optus waves feebly. Images wash over you.

*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A colony of ants, walking in a gradually widening spiral. Those on the edges wander away, confused.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
Maya's Collective. A growing death spiral. Defectors wander away.

|title15= 15th Conversation
|content15=
*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A complicated array of numbers. They dwindle, reducing with iteration, fewer and fewer, until only '1' remains.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
A hailstone sequence.

Though the Psion's voice is in your head, they still seem far away.

*'''Research Optus:'''
A [[wikipedia:Collatz conjecture|Collatz conjecture]]. All things resolve. I have touched the [[Vex Mind]] and seen it.

|title16= 16th "Conversation"
|content16=
*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A web of flesh circuitry. Living spider webs of [[Arc]] energy. A dull machine roar trapped in binary.]

The Optus is shaking, but you can't tell whether from cold, fear, or exhaustion. You reach out to them, but they back away from your touch.

|title17= 17th Conversation
|content17=
*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A view of [[Earth]] from far orbit. Almost visible strings of data reflect. A satellite.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
The Conductor harvests ancient Earth technology to replace lost power. To boost the reach of her commands. She will seek a satellite to carry her voice. I am certain.

|title18= 18th Conversation
|content18=
'''Psionic Vision'''
[A swarm of ants. A school of fish. A bustling city market. Mist flowing along the ground.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
These principles of nature. We see them in SIVA, [[Quicksilver]], the Vex. Perhaps nature can be created, after all.

|title19= 19th Conversation
|content19=
The Optus' skin looks sallow and slack, like melting putty.

*'''Psionic Vision'''
[A towering city made of basalt blocks. Massive banners flutter in the breeze. A haunting chirping sound fills the air.]

*'''Research Optus:'''
[[Torobatl]]. Our home planet. We must return before…

|title20= 20th Conversation
|content20=
The Optus stares solemnly.

*'''Research Optus:'''
My path leads to Torobatl. We diverge, Guardian.

They brush the back of your hand. This is a goodbye. It comes as no surprise, but the thoughts cling to the air like bugs in a spiderweb.

*'''Research Optus:'''
Thank you for your companionship. Perhaps our lives will cross again soon.

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==Trivia==
*The Research Optus is the first Psion the player character communicates with.
*The Optus' story only continues when the player talks with them. As such if the player wishes to keep the Optus around and not have them despawn after twenty interactions, they can simply stop or never interact with them.
**The Optus' conversation progress and status also carries over across all characters, including their despawning.

==Appearance==
*''[[Destiny 2]]: [[Reclamation]]'' {{1st}}

==References==
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[[Category:Psion characters]]