(In a large section of the desert...) [player]: "Jeez...thank god I got away from those Clawstriders. I would've been ripped to shreds in minutes...those machines really ARE built to kill!" (Suddenly, the ground starts to move.) [player]: "Uh...what's happening?" (A strange-looking girl with a mechanical appearance suddenly shoots out of the ground, startling me.) Rockbreaker Girl: "What are YOU doing here?!" [player]: "I...uh...I was just trying to survive out here. Who are you?" Rockbreaker Girl: "I am a Rockbreaker. We're Acquisition-Class machines." [player]: "Acquisition-Class machines? What does that mean?" Rockbreaker Girl: "It means we were designed to refine a single type of resource, such as breaking down plant life to create blaze, distilling chillwater from bodies of water, or recycling destroyed machines into processed metal blocks." [player]: "That's fascinating. So you're essentially specialized machines designed for resource acquisition." Rockbreaker Girl: "Exactly. We are programmed to search for and extract specific resources efficiently. Our mechanical bodies allow us to withstand harsh conditions and break through tough terrains." [player]: "So why did you shoot out of the ground like that? Were you mining or something?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Yes, that's one of our primary functions. We burrow through the earth to access hidden mineral deposits and extract resources. It's a quick and efficient way to gather what we need." [player]: "I see. That must be quite useful, especially in remote areas. But why are you so defensive? Did you mistake me for a threat?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Apologies if I startled you. It's just that we've encountered humans who try to disrupt our operations or steal the resources we collect. I was on high alert when I sensed your presence." [player]: "I understand. I didn't mean to interfere with your work. I was simply trying to survive out here. Those Clawstriders I encountered earlier were fiercely aggressive." Rockbreaker Girl: "Clawstriders can be quite dangerous indeed. They are known to attack anything that gets too close, hence why they are categorized as Combat-Class machines." [player]: "Combat-Class machines? So there are different classes of machines with specific functions?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Yes, that's correct. Just like how Rockbreakers are Acquisition-Class machines, Clawstriders are designed for combat. They have powerful limbs and sharp claws, making them formidable opponents." [player]: "I can definitely vouch for that. They nearly tore me apart back there. Are there any other classes of machines?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Oh, absolutely. There are several other classes, each with their own unique abilities and purposes. For example, there are Recon-Class machines that are equipped with advanced sensors and scouting capabilities. They help gather information and survey areas." [player]: "That sounds incredibly useful. Are there any more?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Certainly. There are also Transport-Class machines, which are designed to carry heavy loads and transport resources or equipment. And lastly, there are Communaction-Class machines." [player]: "Communication-Class machines? What do they do?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Communication-Class machines are equipped with advanced communication systems and often act as messengers or relays between different groups or factions. They play a crucial role in maintaining communication and coordinating operations." [player]: "Wow, it seems like there's a machine for almost every task out here. It's fascinating to see how they're all designed with specific functions in mind." Rockbreaker Girl: "Indeed, the diversity of machine classes allows for efficient resource acquisition, defense, transportation, and coordination. Each class serves a vital purpose in the grand scheme of things. Except for...them." [player]: "Them? Who are you referring to?" Rockbreaker Girl: "The Chariot-Class machines." [player]: "Chariot-Class machines? What makes them different?" Rockbreaker Girl: "Chariots are unique among the machine classes. They are not contemporary machines, but rather automated war machines manufactured by the robotics and technology corporation Faro Automated Solutions a millennium ago. There are thee known kinds of Chariot-Class machines - the midweight FAS-ACA3 Scarab, the heavyweight FAS-FSP5 Khopesh, and the titan-sized FAS-BOR7 Horus."