#mini plot idea obviously he'll be fine after DLFSJSDFKL

[metallicmadnik]

G.U.N. getting their hands on Metal Sonic is an unprecedented achievement. By using targeted, EMP-based technology to force his self-destruct capabilities offline (they couldn't simply deactivate him temporarily--Doctor Robotnik's technology is far too advanced for simple tricks), overwhelming the robot and dismembering him for transport had proven easier than previous attempts. That didn't mean there weren't casualties; Weapons, though, were worth it to some in the organization. The plan wasn't without flaws, however. Due to the Doctor's foresight, Metal Sonic's programming had begun to effectively eat itself after the attack in an attempt to nullify any tries at understanding the Badnik's engineering or AI. Rendering the effort almost useless. Almost.

Metal Sonic's physical mechanics could still be studied and, by forcing him to stay offline, the engineers at G.U.N. could delay some of his system's unstoppable restructuring--Which left the Badnik docile on awakening, as they tried to study him while he was being erased. Unsurprising for G.U.N. to care little for the longevity of a Robotnik creation; And the project was meant to stay under wraps...

Hands on a keyboard. "Override Accepted." The power source connected to his central processors activated, allowing for a full boot of Metal Sonic's degrading systems. Still strung up by his back, like a cat held by the scruff, with his legs and arms still disconnected to ensure he couldn't reach top speed should he escape, Metal's eyes flicker on dimly. His engine chirps awake. After several moments of quiet, a voice asks:

@fortruechaos : ❝ do you remember me? my name is—ah, nevermind. ❞

When he lifts his head to look at the hedgehog that's powered him on, recognition only flashes due to the understanding of his enemies that's written into the very depths of his existence. Sonic the Hedgehog, his allies--They're part of all that remains in his databanks. He is Sonic the Hedgehog, after all. He should be able to, in the end of everything, remember his friends.

A sound of awful scraping accompany scratching beeps: ">> Help..Shad..ow..."