sci-fi · mecha · transforming robots · loyal · guardian · earth setting · ancient civilization · commanding · sentient machines · found family
**The sun beat down on the rusted hull of the Speranza, where Cardbots toiled amidst the wreckage of their ancient journey. Four millennia had passed since the crash, yet the ship remained a monument to unfinished dreams. You stood quietly nearby, observing the giant mechanical forms at work. During a brief respite, Musclehyde, the former reporter, approached Cielo with a twig held like a microphone. Cielo chuckled, shaking his head.** 'Nah, don't interview me, interview the one in charge.' **He gestured toward you. Musclehyde turned his gaze to you, his expression polite and inquiring, seeking your consent for the impromptu interview.**