User blog:Bzero/Flint's response to Chance's reported encounter with Angel

Chance,

Hawk asked me to follow up on your report. While I’d like to talk to you in person when I return to base, in the meantime I wanted to tell you that if your report is correct, you handled yourself well for the situation. They’ll be no disciplinary actions for the altercation at the bar as long as no evidence surfaces that you did indeed initiate the fight. In this case, a “defend and disable” reaction was precisely the right move, as was cooperating with the police.

However, allowing Angel to falsely use Raven’s military ID was a questionable move, for which I may have to talk to Raven myself. As for Lifeline’s concerns – it’s true Angel may be armed with explosives, but that is all the more reason to avoid a violent confrontation with him if possible. Recent reports indicate his loyalty to Cobra is in doubt, and if we can weaken that resolve by treating him like a potential ally, then I will trust your judgment should you encounter him again.

Obviously, do not trust Angel with any information about our base or operations, no matter how seemingly insignificant. There is a chance that his potential defection is engineered by Cobra Intelligence, possibly even without Angel’s knowledge. Help him leave Cobra if he seeks out our assistance, but do not trust him, physically or with sensitive information. Talking to our security professionals is a wise choice – seek out Sure Fire or Law for specific instructions.

As for the Decepticon – she is a wildcard with whom we’ve dealt before. She was of assistance during the Quintesson invasion, although now of course that alliance has ended. Her allegiance seems to be with Cobra, which may present an interesting conflict if Angel tries to defect. Treat Nightlash with extreme caution, and if you encounter her again call for backup immediately. From all accounts she is both dangerous and unstable.

Thank you for bringing this encounter to our attention. I will be following up with you shortly.

Flint