Merge pull request #12742 from KeRSedChaplain/clockcultrework

Clockwork Cult rework

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_effects/clock_sigils.dm

@@ -216,6 +216,20 @@
 	else if(get_clockwork_power())
 		to_chat(L, "<span class='brass'>You feel a slight, static shock.</span>")
 
+/obj/effect/clockwork/sigil/transmission/process()
+    var/power_drained = 0
+    var/power_mod = 0.005
+    for(var/t in spiral_range_turfs(SIGIL_ACCESS_RANGE, src))
+        var/turf/T = t
+        for(var/M in T)
+            var/atom/movable/A = M
+            power_drained += A.power_drain(TRUE)
+
+        CHECK_TICK
+
+    adjust_clockwork_power(power_drained * power_mod * 15)
+    new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/sigil/transmission(loc, 1 + (power_drained * 0.0035))
+
 /obj/effect/clockwork/sigil/transmission/proc/charge_cyborg(mob/living/silicon/robot/cyborg)
 	if(!cyborg_checks(cyborg))
 		return

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_effects/spatial_gateway.dm

@@ -14,6 +14,8 @@
 	var/uses = 1 //How many objects or mobs can go through the portal
 	var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/linked_gateway //The gateway linked to this one
 	var/timerid
+	var/is_stable = FALSE
+	var/busy = FALSE //If someone is already working on closing the gateway, only needed for stable gateways but in the parent to not need typecasting
 
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/Initialize()
 	. = ..()
@@ -31,11 +33,16 @@
 		clockwork_desc = "A gateway in reality. It can both send and receive objects."
 	else
 		clockwork_desc = "A gateway in reality. It can only [sender ? "send" : "receive"] objects."
-	timerid = QDEL_IN(src, lifetime)
+	if(is_stable)
+		return
+	timerid = QDEL_IN(src, lifetime) //We only need this if the gateway is not stable
 
 //set up a gateway with another gateway
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/proc/setup_gateway(obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/gatewayB, set_duration, set_uses, two_way)
-	if(!gatewayB || !set_duration || !uses)
+	if(!gatewayB)
+		return FALSE
+
+	if((!set_duration || !uses) && !is_stable)
 		return FALSE
 	linked_gateway = gatewayB
 	gatewayB.linked_gateway = src
@@ -55,7 +62,7 @@
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/examine(mob/user)
 	. = ..()
 	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || isobserver(user))
-		. += "<span class='brass'>It has [uses] use\s remaining.</span>"
+		. += "<span class='brass'> [is_stable ? "It is stabilised and can be used as much as is neccessary." : "It has [uses] use\s remaining."]</span>"
 
 //ATTACK GHOST IGNORING PARENT RETURN VALUE
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/attack_ghost(mob/user)
@@ -121,9 +128,9 @@
 /obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/Bumped(atom/movable/AM)
 	..()
 	if(!QDELETED(AM))
-		pass_through_gateway(AM, FALSE)
+		pass_through_gateway(AM)
 
-/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/proc/pass_through_gateway(atom/movable/A, no_cost)
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/proc/pass_through_gateway(atom/movable/A, no_cost = FALSE)
 	if(!linked_gateway)
 		qdel(src)
 		return FALSE
@@ -197,6 +204,10 @@
 			return procure_gateway(invoker, time_duration, gateway_uses, two_way)
 	var/istargetobelisk = istype(target, /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk)
 	var/issrcobelisk = istype(src, /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk)
+	if(!issrcobelisk && target.z != invoker.z && (is_reebe(invoker.z) || is_reebe(target.z)) && !GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //You need obilisks to get from and to reebe. Costs alot of power, unless you use stable gateways.
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='heavy brass'>The distance between reebe and the mortal realm is far too vast to bridge with a gateway your slab can create, my child. \
+		Use an obilisk instead!</span>")
+		return procure_gateway(invoker, time_duration, gateway_uses, two_way)
 	if(issrcobelisk)
 		if(!anchored)
 			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>[src] is no longer secured!</span>")
@@ -217,12 +228,63 @@
 		gateway_uses = round(gateway_uses * (2 * efficiency), 1)
 		time_duration = round(time_duration * (2 * efficiency), 1)
 		CO.active = TRUE //you'd be active in a second but you should update immediately
-	invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [invoker] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>", \
-	"<span class='brass'>With a word, you rip open a [two_way ? "two-way":"one-way"] rift to [input_target_key]. It will last for [DisplayTimeText(time_duration)] and has [gateway_uses] use[gateway_uses > 1 ? "s" : ""].</span>")
-	var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/S1 = new(issrcobelisk ? get_turf(src) : get_step(get_turf(invoker), invoker.dir))
-	var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/S2 = new(istargetobelisk ? get_turf(target) : get_step(get_turf(target), target.dir))
+	if(issrcobelisk && istargetobelisk && src.z != target.z && (is_reebe(src.z) || is_reebe(target.z)))
+		invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [invoker] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>", \
+		"<span class='brass'>With a word, you rip open a stable two-way rift between reebe and the mortal realm.</span>")
+		var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/stable_S1 = new(get_turf(src))
+		var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/stable_S2 = new(get_turf(target))
+		stable_S1.setup_gateway(stable_S2)
+		stable_S2.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [target] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>")
+	else
+		invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [invoker] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>", \
+		"<span class='brass'>With a word, you rip open a [two_way ? "two-way":"one-way"] rift to [input_target_key]. It will last for [DisplayTimeText(time_duration)] and has [gateway_uses] use[gateway_uses > 1 ? "s" : ""].</span>")
+		var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/S1 = new(issrcobelisk ? get_turf(src) : get_step(get_turf(invoker), invoker.dir))
+		var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/S2 = new(istargetobelisk ? get_turf(target) : get_step(get_turf(target), target.dir))
 
-	//Set up the portals now that they've spawned
-	S1.setup_gateway(S2, time_duration, gateway_uses, two_way)
-	S2.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [target] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>")
+		//Set up the portals now that they've spawned
+		S1.setup_gateway(S2, time_duration, gateway_uses, two_way)
+		S2.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The air in front of [target] ripples before suddenly tearing open!</span>")
 	return TRUE
+
+//Stable Gateway: Used to travel to and from reebe without any further powercost. Needs a clockwork obilisk to keep active, but stays active as long as it is not deactivated via an null rod or a slab, or the obilisk is destroyed
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable
+	name = "stable gateway"
+	is_stable = TRUE
+
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/ex_act(severity)
+	if(severity == 1)
+		start_shutdown() //Yes, you can chain devastation-level explosions to delay a gateway shutdown, if you somehow manage to do it without breaking the obelisk. Is it worth it? Probably not.
+		return TRUE
+	return FALSE
+
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/setup_gateway(obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/gatewayB) //Reduced setup call due to some things being irrelevant for stable gateways
+	return ..(gatewayB, 1, 1, TRUE) //Uses and time irrelevant due to is_stable
+
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/attackby(obj/item/I, mob/living/user, params)
+	if(!istype(I, /obj/item/clockwork/slab) || !is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || busy)
+		return ..()
+	busy = TRUE
+	linked_gateway.busy = TRUE
+	user.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The rift begins to ripple as [user] points [user.p_their()] slab at it!</span>", "<span class='brass'> You begin to shutdown the stabilised gateway with your slab.</span>")
+	linked_gateway.visible_message("<span class='warning'[linked_gateway] begins to ripple, but nothing comes through...</span>")
+	var/datum/beam/B = user.Beam(src, icon_state = "nzcrentrs_power", maxdistance = 50, time = 80) 	//Not too fancy, but this'll do.. for now.
+	if(do_after(user, 80, target = src)) //Eight seconds to initiate the closing, then another two before is closes.
+		to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>You successfully set the gateway to shutdown in another two seconds.</span>")
+		start_shutdown()
+	qdel(B)
+	busy = FALSE
+	linked_gateway.busy = FALSE
+	return TRUE
+
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/proc/start_shutdown()
+		deltimer(timerid)
+		deltimer(linked_gateway.timerid)
+		timerid = QDEL_IN(src, 20)
+		linked_gateway.timerid = QDEL_IN(linked_gateway, 20)
+		animate(src, alpha = 0, transform = matrix()*2, time = 20, flags = ANIMATION_END_NOW)
+		animate(linked_gateway, alpha = 0, transform = matrix()*2, time = 20, flags = ANIMATION_END_NOW)
+		src.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] begins to destabilise!</span>")
+		linked_gateway.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[linked_gateway] begins to destabilise!</span>")
+
+/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/stable/pass_through_gateway(atom/movable/A, no_cost = TRUE)
+	return ..()

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_items/clock_weapons/_call_weapon.dm

@@ -29,7 +29,7 @@
 			owner.visible_message("<span class='danger'>[owner]'s [weapon.name] flickers and disappears!</span>")
 			to_chat(owner, "<span class='brass'>You dismiss [weapon].</span>")
 			QDEL_NULL(weapon)
-			weapon_reset(RATVARIAN_SPEAR_COOLDOWN * 0.5)
+			weapon_reset(RATVARIAN_WEAPON_COOLDOWN * 0.5)
 			return
 		else
 			weapon.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[weapon] suddenly flickers and disappears!</span>")

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_items/clock_weapons/ratvarian_spear.dm

@@ -78,5 +78,5 @@
 		if(T) //make sure we're not in null or something
 			T.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] [pick("cracks in two and fades away", "snaps in two and dematerializes")]!</span>")
 			new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/spearbreak(T)
-		action.weapon_reset(RATVARIAN_SPEAR_COOLDOWN)
+		action.weapon_reset(RATVARIAN_WEAPON_COOLDOWN)
 

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_items/clockwork_armor.dm

@@ -8,7 +8,7 @@
 	resistance_flags = FIRE_PROOF | ACID_PROOF
 	flags_inv = HIDEEARS|HIDEHAIR|HIDEFACE|HIDESNOUT
 	mutantrace_variation = STYLE_MUZZLE
-	armor = list("melee" = 50, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = -25, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100)
+	armor = list("melee" = 50, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = 0, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100, "magic" = 60, "wound" = 65)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/helmet/clockwork/Initialize()
 	. = ..()
@@ -21,17 +21,17 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/head/helmet/clockwork/ratvar_act()
 	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 100, wound = 100)
 		clothing_flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_HELM_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
 	else if(GLOB.ratvar_approaches)
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 70, bullet = 80, laser = -15, energy = 25, bomb = 70, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 70, bullet = 80, laser = 10, energy = 25, bomb = 70, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100,, magic = 70, wound = 75)
 		clothing_flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_HELM_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
 	else
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 60, bullet = 70, laser = -25, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 60, bullet = 70, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 60, wound = 65)
 		clothing_flags &= ~STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = initial(max_heat_protection_temperature)
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = initial(min_cold_protection_temperature)
@@ -68,7 +68,7 @@
 	cold_protection = CHEST|GROIN|LEGS
 	heat_protection = CHEST|GROIN|LEGS
 	resistance_flags = FIRE_PROOF | ACID_PROOF
-	armor = list("melee" = 60, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = -25, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100)
+	armor = list("melee" = 60, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = 0, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100, "magic" = 60, "wound" = 65)
 	allowed = list(/obj/item/clockwork, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/wraith_spectacles, /obj/item/clothing/glasses/judicial_visor, /obj/item/mmi/posibrain/soul_vessel, /obj/item/reagent_containers/food/drinks/bottle/holyoil)
 	mutantrace_variation = STYLE_DIGITIGRADE|STYLE_SNEK_TAURIC
 
@@ -83,17 +83,17 @@
 
 /obj/item/clothing/suit/armor/clockwork/ratvar_act()
 	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 100, bullet = 100, laser = 100, energy = 100, bomb = 100, bio = 100, rad = 100, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 100, wound = 100)
 		clothing_flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_HELM_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
 	else if(GLOB.ratvar_approaches)
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 70, bullet = 80, laser = -15, energy = 25, bomb = 70, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 70, bullet = 80, laser = 10, energy = 25, bomb = 70, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 70, wound = 75)
 		clothing_flags |= STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_HELM_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
 	else
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 60, bullet = 70, laser = -25, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 60, bullet = 70, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 60, wound = 65)
 		clothing_flags &= ~STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = initial(max_heat_protection_temperature)
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = initial(min_cold_protection_temperature)
@@ -135,7 +135,7 @@
 	siemens_coefficient = 0
 	permeability_coefficient = 0.05
 	resistance_flags = FIRE_PROOF | ACID_PROOF
-	armor = list("melee" = 80, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = -25, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100)
+	armor = list("melee" = 80, "bullet" = 70, "laser" = 0, "energy" = 0, "bomb" = 60, "bio" = 0, "rad" = 0, "fire" = 100, "acid" = 100, "magic" = 70, "wound" = 85)
 
 /obj/item/clothing/gloves/clockwork/Initialize()
 	. = ..()
@@ -153,7 +153,7 @@
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = FIRE_IMMUNITY_MAX_TEMP_PROTECT
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = SPACE_HELM_MIN_TEMP_PROTECT
 	else
-		armor = getArmor(melee = 80, bullet = 70, laser = -25, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100)
+		armor = getArmor(melee = 80, bullet = 70, laser = 0, energy = 0, bomb = 60, bio = 0, rad = 0, fire = 100, acid = 100, magic = 70, wound = 85)
 		clothing_flags &= ~STOPSPRESSUREDAMAGE
 		max_heat_protection_temperature = initial(max_heat_protection_temperature)
 		min_cold_protection_temperature = initial(min_cold_protection_temperature)

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_items/clockwork_slab.dm

@@ -4,7 +4,7 @@
 	clockwork_desc = "A link between you and the Celestial Derelict. It contains information, recites scripture, and is your most vital tool as a Servant.\
 	It can be used to link traps and triggers by attacking them with the slab. Keep in mind that traps linked with one another will activate in tandem!"
 
-	icon_state = "dread_ipad"
+	icon_state = "clockwork_slab"
 	lefthand_file = 'icons/mob/inhands/antag/clockwork_lefthand.dmi'
 	righthand_file = 'icons/mob/inhands/antag/clockwork_righthand.dmi'
 	var/inhand_overlay //If applicable, this overlay will be applied to the slab's inhand
@@ -21,7 +21,7 @@
 	var/recollecting = TRUE //if we're looking at fancy recollection. tutorial enabled by default
 	var/recollection_category = "Default"
 
-	var/list/quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, \
+	var/list/quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, \
 	/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/kindle, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles) //quickbound scripture, accessed by index
 	var/maximum_quickbound = 5 //how many quickbound scriptures we can have
 
@@ -69,29 +69,32 @@
 	maximum_quickbound = 6 //we usually have one or two unique scriptures, so if ratvar is up let us bind one more
 	actions_types = list()
 
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/engineer //three scriptures, plus a fabricator
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/sigil_of_transmission,  /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/stargazer)
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/engineer //six scriptures, plus a fabricator. Might revert this if its too OP, I just thought that engineering borgs should get the all the structures
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/sigil_of_transmission,  /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/stargazer, \
+	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ocular_warden, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/clockwork_obelisk, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/mania_motor)
 
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/medical //five scriptures, plus a spear
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/sentinels_compromise, \
-	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/vitality_matrix)
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/medical //six scriptures, plus a spear
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/sentinels_compromise, \
+	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/vitality_matrix, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/mending_mantra)
 
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/security //twoscriptures, plus a spear
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker)
-
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/peacekeeper //two scriptures, plus a spear
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker)
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/security //four scriptures, plus a spear
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/volt_blaster, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles, \
+	/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/belligerent)
 
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/peacekeeper //four scriptures, plus a spear
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/volt_blaster, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles, \
+	/datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/judicial_marker, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/belligerent)
+/*//this module was commented out so why wasn't this?
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/janitor //six scriptures, plus a fabricator
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/sigil_of_transgression, \
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/sigil_of_transgression, \
 	/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/stargazer, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ocular_warden, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/mania_motor)
-
+*/
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/service //six scriptures, plus xray vision
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant,/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/stargazer, \
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/replicant,/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/stargazer, \
 	/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/clockwork_obelisk)
 
-/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/miner //two scriptures, plus a spear and xray vision
-	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, /datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway)
+/obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/miner //three scriptures, plus a spear and xray vision
+	quickbound = list(/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway, /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/linked_vanguard, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/belligerent, /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/volt_blaster)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/cyborg/access_display(mob/living/user)
 	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
@@ -242,7 +245,7 @@
 		var/datum/clockwork_scripture/S = GLOB.all_scripture[s]
 		if(S.tier == SCRIPTURE_PERIPHERAL) //yes, tiers are the tabs.
 			continue
-		
+
 		var/list/data = list()
 		data["name"] = S.name
 		data["descname"] = S.descname
@@ -253,13 +256,13 @@
 		data["quickbind"] = S.quickbind //this is if it cant quickbind
 		data["fontcolor"] = get_component_color_bright(S.primary_component)
 		data["important"] = S.important //italic!
-		
+
 		var/found = quickbound.Find(S.type)
 		if(found)
 			data["bound"] = found //number (pos) on where is it on the list
 		if(S.invokers_required > 1)
 			data["invokers"] = "Invokers: [S.invokers_required]"
-		
+
 		.["rec_binds"] = list()
 		for(var/i in 1 to maximum_quickbound)
 			if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
@@ -269,10 +272,10 @@
 			else
 				var/datum/clockwork_scripture/quickbind_slot = quickbound[i]
 				.["rec_binds"] += list(list(
-					"name" = initial(quickbind_slot.name), 
+					"name" = initial(quickbind_slot.name),
 					"color" = get_component_color_bright(initial(quickbind_slot.primary_component))
 				))
-		
+
 		.["scripture"][S.tier] += list(data)
 
 /obj/item/clockwork/slab/ui_static_data(mob/user)
@@ -290,6 +293,10 @@
 		"requirement" = "Unlock these optional scriptures by converting another servant or if [DisplayPower(APPLICATION_UNLOCK_THRESHOLD)] of power is reached..",
 		"ready" = SSticker.scripture_states[SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION]
 	)
+	.["tier_infos"][SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT] = list(
+		"requirement" = "Unlock powerful equipment and structures by converting five servants or if [DisplayPower(JUDGEMENT_UNLOCK_THRESHOLD)] of power is reached..",
+		"ready" = SSticker.scripture_states[SCRIPTURE_JUDGEMENT]
+	)
 
 	// .["selected"] = selected_scripture
 	generate_all_scripture()
@@ -362,4 +369,4 @@
 			Q.button_icon_state = quickbind_slot.name
 			Q.UpdateButtonIcon()
 			if(isliving(loc))
-				Q.Grant(loc)
+				Q.Grant(loc)

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_items/integration_cog.dm

@@ -30,6 +30,7 @@
 		var/obj/item/stock_parts/cell/cell = apc.cell
 		if(cell && (cell.charge / cell.maxcharge > COG_MAX_SIPHON_THRESHOLD))
 			cell.use(1)
+			apc.cog_drained++
 			adjust_clockwork_power(2) //Power is shared, so only do it once; this runs very quickly so it's about 10 W/second
 		else
 			adjust_clockwork_power(1) //Continue generating power when the cell has run dry; 5 W/second

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_mobs/clockwork_marauder.dm

@@ -124,3 +124,435 @@
 
 #undef MARAUDER_SLOWDOWN_PERCENTAGE
 #undef MARAUDER_SHIELD_REGEN_TIME
+
+//Clockwork guardian: Slow but with high damage, resides inside of a servant. Created via the Memory Allocation scripture.
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian
+	name = "clockwork guardian"
+	desc = "A stalwart apparition of a soldier, blazing with crimson flames. It's armed with a gladius and shield and stands ready by its master."
+	icon_state = "clockwork_marauder"
+	health = 300
+	maxHealth = 300
+	speed = 1
+	obj_damage = 40
+	melee_damage_lower = 12
+	melee_damage_upper = 12
+	attack_verb_continuous = "slashes"
+	attack_verb_simple = "slash"
+	attack_sound = 'sound/weapons/bladeslice.ogg'
+	weather_immunities = list("lava")
+	movement_type = FLYING
+	AIStatus = AI_OFF //this has to be manually set so that the guardian doesn't start bashing the host, how annoying -_-
+	loot = list(/obj/item/clockwork/component/geis_capacitor/fallen_armor)
+	var/true_name = "Meme Master 69" //Required to call forth the guardian
+	var/global/list/possible_true_names = list("Servant", "Warden", "Serf", "Page", "Usher", "Knave", "Vassal", "Escort")
+	var/mob/living/host //The mob that the guardian is living inside of
+	var/recovering = FALSE //If the guardian is recovering from recalling
+	var/blockchance = 17 //chance to block attacks entirely
+	var/counterchance = 30 //chance to counterattack after blocking
+	var/static/list/damage_heal_order = list(OXY, BURN, BRUTE, TOX) //we heal our host's damage in this order
+	light_range = 2
+	light_power = 1.1
+	playstyle_string = "<span class='sevtug'>You are a clockwork guardian</span><b>, a living extension of Sevtug's will. As a guardian, you are somewhat slow, but may block attacks, \
+	and have a chance to also counter blocked melee attacks for extra damage, in addition to being immune to extreme temperatures and pressures. \
+	Your primary goal is to serve the creature that you are now a part of, as well as The Clockwork Justiciar, Ratvar. You can use <span class='sevtug_small'><i>The Hierophant Network</i></span> to communicate silently with your master and their allies, \
+	but can only exit if your master calls your true name or if they are exceptionally damaged. \
+	\n\n\
+	Stay near your host to protect and heal them; being too far from your host will rapidly cause you massive damage. Recall to your host if you are too weak and believe you cannot continue \
+	fighting safely. As a final note, you should probably avoid harming any fellow servants of Ratvar.</span>"
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/Initialize()
+	. = ..()
+	true_name = pick(possible_true_names)
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/BiologicalLife(seconds, times_fired)
+	..()
+	if(is_in_host())
+		if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(host))
+			emerge_from_host(FALSE, TRUE)
+			unbind_from_host()
+			return
+		if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens && host.stat == DEAD)
+			death()
+			return
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+			adjustHealth(-50)
+		else
+			adjustHealth(-10)
+		if(!recovering)
+			heal_host() //also heal our host if inside of them and we aren't recovering
+		else if(health == maxHealth)
+			to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>Your strength has returned. You can once again come forward!</span>")
+			to_chat(host, "<span class='userdanger'>Your guardian is now strong enough to come forward again!</span>")
+			recovering = FALSE
+	else
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //If Ratvar is alive, guardians don't need a host and are downright impossible to kill
+			adjustHealth(-5)
+			heal_host()
+		else if(host)
+			if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(host))
+				unbind_from_host()
+				return
+			if(host.stat == DEAD)
+				adjustHealth(50)
+				to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>Your host is dead!</span>")
+				return
+			if(z && host.z && z == host.z)
+				switch(get_dist(get_turf(src), get_turf(host)))
+					if(2)
+						adjustHealth(-1)
+					if(3)
+						//EQUILIBRIUM
+					if(4)
+						adjustHealth(1)
+					if(5)
+						adjustHealth(3)
+					if(6)
+						adjustHealth(6)
+					if(7)
+						adjustHealth(9)
+					if(8 to INFINITY)
+						adjustHealth(15)
+						to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>You're too far from your host and rapidly taking damage!</span>")
+					else //right next to or on top of host
+						adjustHealth(-2)
+						heal_host() //gradually heal host if nearby and host is very weak
+			else //well then, you're not even in the same zlevel
+				adjustHealth(15)
+				to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>You're too far from your host and rapidly taking damage!</span>")
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/death(gibbed)
+	emerge_from_host(FALSE, TRUE)
+	unbind_from_host()
+	visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src]'s equipment clatters lifelessly to the ground as the red flames within dissipate.</span>", \
+	"<span class='userdanger'>Your equipment falls away. You feel a moment of confusion before your fragile form is annihilated.</span>")
+	. = ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/Stat()
+	..()
+	if(statpanel("Status"))
+		stat(null, "Current True Name: [true_name]")
+		stat(null, "Host: [host ? host : "NONE"]")
+		if(host)
+			var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
+			if(iscarbon(host))
+				resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
+			stat(null, "Host Health: [resulthealth]%")
+			if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+				stat(null, "You are [recovering ? "un" : ""]able to deploy!")
+			else
+				if(resulthealth > GUARDIAN_EMERGE_THRESHOLD)
+					stat(null, "You are [recovering ? "unable to deploy" : "able to deploy on hearing your True Name"]!")
+				else
+					stat(null, "You are [recovering ? "unable to deploy" : "able to deploy to protect your host"]!")
+		stat(null, "You do [melee_damage_upper] damage on melee attacks.")
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/Process_Spacemove(movement_dir = 0)
+	return 1
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/bind_to_host(mob/living/new_host)
+	if(!new_host)
+		return FALSE
+	host = new_host
+	var/datum/action/innate/summon_guardian/SG = new()
+	SG.linked_guardian = src
+	SG.Grant(host)
+	var/datum/action/innate/linked_minds/LM = new()
+	LM.linked_guardian = src
+	LM.Grant(host)
+	return TRUE
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/unbind_from_host()
+	if(host)
+		for(var/datum/action/innate/summon_guardian/SG in host.actions)
+			qdel(SG)
+		for(var/datum/action/innate/linked_minds/LM in host.actions)
+			qdel(LM)
+		host = null
+		return TRUE
+	return FALSE
+
+//DAMAGE and FATIGUE
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/heal_host()
+	if(!host)
+		return
+	var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
+	if(iscarbon(host))
+		resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens || resulthealth <= GUARDIAN_EMERGE_THRESHOLD)
+		new /obj/effect/temp_visual/heal(host.loc, "#AF0AAF")
+		host.heal_ordered_damage(4, damage_heal_order)
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/adjustHealth(amount, updating_health = TRUE, forced = FALSE)
+	if(amount > 0)
+		for(var/mob/living/L in view(2, src))
+			if(L.is_holding_item_of_type(/obj/item/nullrod))
+				to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>The presence of a brandished holy artifact weakens your armor!</span>")
+				amount *= 4 //if a wielded null rod is nearby, it takes four times the health damage
+				break
+	. = ..()
+	if(src && updating_health)
+		update_health_hud()
+		update_stats()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/update_health_hud()
+	if(hud_used && hud_used.healths)
+		if(istype(hud_used, /datum/hud/marauder))
+			var/datum/hud/marauder/G = hud_used
+			var/resulthealth
+			if(host)
+				if(iscarbon(host))
+					resulthealth = "[round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)]%"
+				else
+					resulthealth = "[round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)]%"
+			else
+				resulthealth = "NONE"
+			G.hosthealth.maptext = "<div align='center' valign='middle' style='position:relative; top:0px; left:6px'><font color='#AF0AAF'>HOST<br>[resulthealth]</font></div>"
+		hud_used.healths.maptext = "<div align='center' valign='middle' style='position:relative; top:0px; left:6px'><font color='#AF0AAF'>[round((health / maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)]%</font>"
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/update_stats()
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		speed = 0
+		melee_damage_lower = 20
+		melee_damage_upper = 20
+		attack_verb_continuous = "devastates"
+	else
+		var/healthpercent = (health/maxHealth) * 100
+		switch(healthpercent)
+			if(100 to 70) //Bonuses to speed and damage at high health
+				speed = 0
+				melee_damage_lower = 16
+				melee_damage_upper = 16
+				attack_verb_continuous = "viciously slashes"
+			if(70 to 40)
+				speed = initial(speed)
+				melee_damage_lower = initial(melee_damage_lower)
+				melee_damage_upper = initial(melee_damage_upper)
+				attack_verb_continuous = initial(attack_verb_continuous)
+			if(40 to 30) //Damage decrease, but not speed
+				speed = initial(speed)
+				melee_damage_lower = 10
+				melee_damage_upper = 10
+				attack_verb_continuous = "lightly slashes"
+			if(30 to 20) //Speed decrease
+				speed = 2
+				melee_damage_lower = 8
+				melee_damage_upper = 8
+				attack_verb_continuous = "lightly slashes"
+			if(20 to 10) //Massive speed decrease and weak melee attacks
+				speed = 3
+				melee_damage_lower = 6
+				melee_damage_upper = 6
+				attack_verb_continuous = "weakly slashes"
+			if(10 to 0) //We are super weak and going to die
+				speed = 4
+				melee_damage_lower = 4
+				melee_damage_upper = 4
+				attack_verb_continuous = "taps"
+
+//ATTACKING, BLOCKING, and COUNTERING
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/AttackingTarget()
+	if(is_in_host())
+		return FALSE
+	return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/bullet_act(obj/item/projectile/Proj)
+	if(blockOrCounter(null, Proj))
+		return
+	return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/hitby(atom/movable/AM, skipcatch, hitpush, blocked, atom/movable/AM, datum/thrownthing/throwingdatum)
+	if(blockOrCounter(null, AM))
+		return
+	return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attack_animal(mob/living/simple_animal/M)
+	if(istype(M, /mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian) || !blockOrCounter(M, M)) //we don't want infinite blockcounter loops if fighting another guardian
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attack_paw(mob/living/carbon/monkey/M)
+	if(!blockOrCounter(M, M))
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attack_alien(mob/living/carbon/alien/humanoid/M)
+	if(!blockOrCounter(M, M))
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attack_slime(mob/living/simple_animal/slime/M)
+	if(!blockOrCounter(M, M))
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attack_hand(mob/living/carbon/human/M)
+	if(!blockOrCounter(M, M))
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/attackby(obj/item/I, mob/user, params)
+	if(istype(I, /obj/item/nullrod) || !blockOrCounter(user, I))
+		return ..()
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/blockOrCounter(mob/target, atom/textobject)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens) //if ratvar has woken, we block nearly everything at a very high chance
+		blockchance = 90
+		counterchance = 90
+	if(prob(blockchance))
+		. = TRUE
+		if(target)
+			target.do_attack_animation(src)
+			target.DelayNextAction(CLICK_CD_MELEE)
+		blockchance = initial(blockchance)
+		playsound(src, 'sound/magic/clockwork/fellowship_armory.ogg', 30, 1, 0, 1) //clang
+		visible_message("<span class='boldannounce'>[src] blocks [target && isitem(textobject) ? "[target]'s [textobject.name]":"\the [textobject]"]!</span>", \
+		"<span class='userdanger'>You block [target && isitem(textobject) ? "[target]'s [textobject.name]":"\the [textobject]"]!</span>")
+		if(target && Adjacent(target))
+			if(prob(counterchance))
+				counterchance = initial(counterchance)
+				var/previousattack_verb_continuous = attack_verb_continuous
+				attack_verb_continuous = "counters"
+				UnarmedAttack(target)
+				attack_verb_continuous = previousattack_verb_continuous
+			else
+				counterchance = min(counterchance + initial(counterchance), 100)
+	else
+		blockchance = min(blockchance + initial(blockchance), 100)
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		blockchance = 90
+		counterchance = 90
+
+//COMMUNICATION and EMERGENCE
+/*
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/handle_inherent_channels(message, message_mode)
+	if(host && (is_in_host() || message_mode == MODE_BINARY))
+		guardian_comms(message)
+		return TRUE
+	return ..()
+*/
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/guardian_comms(message)
+	var/name_part = "<span class='sevtug'>[src] ([true_name])</span>"
+	message = "<span class='sevtug_small'>\"[message]\"</span>" //Processed output
+	to_chat(src, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
+	to_chat(host, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(isobserver(M))
+			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, src)
+			to_chat(M, "[link] [name_part] <span class='sevtug_small'>(to</span> <span class='sevtug'>[findtextEx(host.name, host.real_name) ? "[host.name]" : "[host.real_name] (as [host.name])"]</span><span class='sevtug_small'>):</span> [message] ")
+	return TRUE
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/return_to_host()
+	if(is_in_host())
+		return FALSE
+	if(!host)
+		to_chat(src, "<span class='warning'>You don't have a host!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
+	if(iscarbon(host))
+		resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
+	host.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[host]'s skin flashes crimson!</span>", "<span class='sevtug'>You feel [true_name]'s consciousness settle in your mind.</span>")
+	visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] suddenly disappears!</span>", "<span class='sevtug'>You return to [host].</span>")
+	forceMove(host)
+	if(resulthealth > GUARDIAN_EMERGE_THRESHOLD && health != maxHealth)
+		recovering = TRUE
+		to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>You have weakened and will need to recover before manifesting again!</span>")
+		to_chat(host, "<span class='sevtug'>[true_name] has weakened and will need to recover before manifesting again!</span>")
+	return TRUE
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/try_emerge()
+	if(!host)
+		to_chat(src, "<span class='warning'>You don't have a host!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	if(!GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		var/resulthealth = round((host.health / host.maxHealth) * 100, 0.5)
+		if(iscarbon(host))
+			resulthealth = round((abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.health) / abs(HEALTH_THRESHOLD_DEAD - host.maxHealth)) * 100)
+		if(host.stat != DEAD && resulthealth > GUARDIAN_EMERGE_THRESHOLD) //if above 20 health, fails
+			to_chat(src, "<span class='warning'>Your host must be at [GUARDIAN_EMERGE_THRESHOLD]% or less health to emerge like this!</span>")
+			return FALSE
+	return emerge_from_host(FALSE)
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/emerge_from_host(hostchosen, force) //Notice that this is a proc rather than a verb - guardians can NOT exit at will, but they CAN return
+	if(!is_in_host())
+		return FALSE
+	if(!force && recovering)
+		if(hostchosen)
+			to_chat(host, "<span class='sevtug'>[true_name] is too weak to come forth!</span>")
+		else
+			to_chat(host, "<span class='sevtug'>[true_name] tries to emerge to protect you, but it's too weak!</span>")
+		to_chat(src, "<span class='userdanger'>You try to come forth, but you're too weak!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	if(!force)
+		if(hostchosen) //guardian approved
+			to_chat(host, "<span class='sevtug'>Your words echo with power as [true_name] emerges from your body!</span>")
+		else
+			to_chat(host, "<span class='sevtug'>[true_name] emerges from your body to protect you!</span>")
+	forceMove(host.loc)
+	visible_message("<span class='warning'>[host]'s skin glows red as [name] emerges from their body!</span>", "<span class='sevtug_small'>You exit the safety of [host]'s body!</span>")
+	return TRUE
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/get_alt_name()
+	return " ([text2ratvar(true_name)])"
+
+/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/proc/is_in_host() //Checks if the guardian is inside of their host
+	return host && loc == host
+
+//HOST ACTIONS
+
+//Summon guardian action: Calls forth or recalls your guardian
+/datum/action/innate/summon_guardian
+	name = "Force Guardian to Emerge/Recall"
+	desc = "Allows you to force your clockwork guardian to emerge or recall as required."
+	button_icon_state = "clockwork_marauder"
+	background_icon_state = "bg_clock"
+	check_flags = AB_CHECK_CONSCIOUS
+	buttontooltipstyle = "clockcult"
+	var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/linked_guardian
+	var/list/defend_phrases = list("Defend me", "Come forth", "Assist me", "Protect me", "Give aid", "Help me")
+	var/list/return_phrases = list("Return", "Return to me", "Your job is done", "You have served", "Come back", "Retreat")
+
+/datum/action/innate/summon_guardian/IsAvailable()
+	if(!linked_guardian)
+		return FALSE
+	if(isliving(owner))
+		var/mob/living/L = owner
+		if(!L.can_speak_vocal() || L.stat)
+			return FALSE
+	return ..()
+
+/datum/action/innate/summon_guardian/Activate()
+	if(linked_guardian.is_in_host())
+		clockwork_say(owner, text2ratvar("[pick(defend_phrases)], [linked_guardian.true_name]!"))
+		linked_guardian.emerge_from_host(TRUE)
+	else
+		clockwork_say(owner, text2ratvar("[pick(return_phrases)], [linked_guardian.true_name]!"))
+		linked_guardian.return_to_host()
+	return TRUE
+
+//Linked Minds action: talks to your guardian
+/datum/action/innate/linked_minds
+	name = "Linked Minds"
+	desc = "Allows you to silently communicate with your guardian."
+	button_icon_state = "linked_minds"
+	background_icon_state = "bg_clock"
+	check_flags = AB_CHECK_CONSCIOUS
+	buttontooltipstyle = "clockcult"
+	var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/linked_guardian
+
+/datum/action/innate/linked_minds/IsAvailable()
+	if(!linked_guardian)
+		return FALSE
+	return ..()
+
+/datum/action/innate/linked_minds/Activate()
+	var/message = stripped_input(owner, "Enter a message to tell your guardian.", "Telepathy")
+	if(!owner || !message)
+		return FALSE
+	if(!linked_guardian)
+		to_chat(owner, "<span class='warning'>Your guardian seems to have been destroyed!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	var/name_part = "<span class='sevtug'>Servant [findtextEx(owner.name, owner.real_name) ? "[owner.name]" : "[owner.real_name] (as [owner.name])"]</span>"
+	message = "<span class='sevtug_small'>\"[message]\"</span>" //Processed output
+	to_chat(owner, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
+	to_chat(linked_guardian, "[name_part]<span class='sevtug_small'>:</span> [message]")
+	for(var/M in GLOB.mob_list)
+		if(isobserver(M))
+			var/link = FOLLOW_LINK(M, src)
+			to_chat(M, "[link] [name_part] <span class='sevtug_small'>(to</span> <span class='sevtug'>[linked_guardian] ([linked_guardian.true_name])</span><span class='sevtug_small'>):</span> [message]")
+	return TRUE

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scripture.dm

@@ -3,8 +3,9 @@ Tiers and Requirements
 
 Pieces of scripture require certain follower counts, contruction value, and active caches in order to recite.
 Drivers: Unlocked by default
-Scripts: 5 servants and a cache
-Applications: 8 servants, 3 caches, and 100 CV
+Scripts: 35k power or one convert
+Applications: 50k or three converts
+Judgement 5 converts
 */
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture
@@ -129,11 +130,11 @@ Applications: 8 servants, 3 caches, and 100 CV
 			SEND_SOUND(invoker, sound('sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg'))
 	return TRUE
 
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/proc/check_offstation_penalty()
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/proc/check_offstation_penalty()//don't cast spells away from the station
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
 	if(!T || (!is_centcom_level(T.z) && !is_station_level(T.z) && !is_mining_level(T.z) && !is_reebe(T.z)))
-		channel_time *= 2
-		power_cost *= 2
+		channel_time *= 3
+		power_cost *= 3
 		return TRUE
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/proc/check_special_requirements() //Special requirements for scriptures, checked multiple times during invocation

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scriptures/scripture_applications.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 //////////////////
-// APPLICATIONS //
+// APPLICATIONS // For various structures and base building, as well as advanced power generation.
 //////////////////
 
 
@@ -23,6 +23,37 @@
 	quickbind = TRUE
 	quickbind_desc = "Creates a Sigil of Transmission, which can drain and will store power for clockwork structures."
 
+//Prolonging Prism: Creates a prism that will delay the shuttle at a power cost
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/prolonging_prism
+	descname = "Powered Structure, Delay Emergency Shuttles"
+	name = "Prolonging Prism"
+	desc = "Creates a mechanized prism which will delay the arrival of an emergency shuttle by 2 minutes at a massive power cost."
+	invocations = list("May this prism...", "...grant us time to enact his will!")
+	channel_time = 80
+	power_cost = 300
+	object_path = /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism
+	creator_message = "<span class='brass'>You form a prolonging prism, which will delay the arrival of an emergency shuttle at a massive power cost.</span>"
+	observer_message = "<span class='warning'>An onyx prism forms in midair and sprouts tendrils to support itself!</span>"
+	invokers_required = 2
+	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
+	usage_tip = "The power cost to delay a shuttle increases based on the number of times activated."
+	tier = SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION
+	one_per_tile = TRUE
+	primary_component = VANGUARD_COGWHEEL
+	sort_priority = 4
+	important = TRUE
+	quickbind = TRUE
+	quickbind_desc = "Creates a Prolonging Prism, which will delay the arrival of an emergency shuttle by 2 minutes at a massive power cost."
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/prolonging_prism/check_special_requirements()
+	if(SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_DOCKED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_IGNITING || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_STRANDED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_ESCAPE)
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='inathneq'>\"It is too late to construct one of these, champion.\"</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
+	if(!T || !is_station_level(T.z))
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='inathneq'>\"You must be on the station to construct one of these, champion.\"</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	return ..()
 
 //Mania Motor: Creates a malevolent transmitter that will broadcast the whispers of Sevtug into the minds of nearby nonservants, causing a variety of mental effects at a power cost.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/mania_motor
@@ -67,6 +98,64 @@
 	quickbind = TRUE
 	quickbind_desc = "Creates a Clockwork Obelisk, which can send messages or open Spatial Gateways with power."
 
+//Memory Allocation: Finds a willing ghost and makes them into a clockwork guardian for the invoker.
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/memory_allocation
+	descname = "Personal Guardian, A Peice Of Your Mind."
+	name = "Memory Allocation"
+	desc = "Allocates part of your consciousness to a Clockwork Guardian, a variant of Marauder that lives within you, able to be \
+	called forth by Speaking its True Name or if you become exceptionally low on health.<br>\
+	If it remains close to you, you will gradually regain health up to a low amount, but it will die if it goes too far from you."
+	invocations = list("Fright's will...", "...call forth...")
+	channel_time = 100
+	power_cost = 8000
+	usage_tip = "guardians are useful as personal bodyguards and frontline warriors."
+	tier = SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION
+	primary_component = GEIS_CAPACITOR
+	sort_priority = 5
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/memory_allocation/check_special_requirements()
+	for(var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/M in GLOB.all_clockwork_mobs)
+		if(M.host == invoker)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You can only house one guardian at a time!</span>")
+			return FALSE
+	return TRUE
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/memory_allocation/scripture_effects()
+	return create_guardian()
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/memory_allocation/proc/create_guardian()
+	invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>A purple tendril appears from [invoker]'s [slab.name] and impales itself in [invoker.p_their()] forehead!</span>", \
+	"<span class='sevtug'>A tendril flies from [slab] into your forehead. You begin waiting while it painfully rearranges your thought pattern...</span>")
+	//invoker.notransform = TRUE //Vulnerable during the process
+	slab.busy = "Thought Modification in progress"
+	if(!do_after(invoker, 50, target = invoker))
+		invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The tendril, covered in blood, retracts from [invoker]'s head and back into the [slab.name]!</span>", \
+		"<span class='userdanger'>Total agony overcomes you as the tendril is forced out early!</span>")
+		invoker.Knockdown(100)
+		invoker.apply_damage(50, BRUTE, "head")//Sevtug leaves a gaping hole in your face if interrupted.
+		slab.busy = null
+		return FALSE
+	clockwork_say(invoker, text2ratvar("...the mind made..."))
+	//invoker.notransform = FALSE
+	slab.busy = "Guardian Selection in progress"
+	if(!check_special_requirements())
+		return FALSE
+	to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>The tendril shivers slightly as it selects a guardian...</span>")
+	var/list/marauder_candidates = pollGhostCandidates("Do you want to play as the clockwork guardian of [invoker.real_name]?", ROLE_SERVANT_OF_RATVAR, null, FALSE, 50, POLL_IGNORE_HOLOPARASITE)
+	if(!check_special_requirements())
+		return FALSE
+	if(!marauder_candidates.len)
+		invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The tendril retracts from [invoker]'s head, sealing the entry wound as it does so!</span>", \
+		"<span class='warning'>The tendril was unsuccessful! Perhaps you should try again another time.</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	clockwork_say(invoker, text2ratvar("...sword and shield!"))
+	var/mob/dead/observer/theghost = pick(marauder_candidates)
+	var/mob/living/simple_animal/hostile/clockwork/marauder/guardian/M = new(invoker)
+	M.key = theghost.key
+	M.bind_to_host(invoker)
+	invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>The tendril retracts from [invoker]'s head, sealing the entry wound as it does so!</span>", \
+	"<span class='sevtug'>[M.true_name], a clockwork guardian, has taken up residence in your mind. Communicate with it via the \"Linked Minds\" action button.</span>")
+	return TRUE
 
 //Clockwork Marauder: Creates a construct shell for a clockwork marauder, a well-rounded frontline fighter.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/construct/clockwork_marauder
@@ -81,7 +170,7 @@
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION
 	one_per_tile = TRUE
 	primary_component = BELLIGERENT_EYE
-	sort_priority = 4
+	sort_priority = 6
 	quickbind = TRUE
 	quickbind_desc = "Creates a clockwork marauder, used for frontline combat."
 	object_path = /obj/item/clockwork/construct_chassis/clockwork_marauder
@@ -117,14 +206,13 @@
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/summon_arbiter
 	descname = "Powerful Assault Mech"
 	name = "Summon Neovgre, the Anima Bulwark"
-	desc = "Calls forth the mighty Anima Bulwark, a weapon of unmatched power,\
-			 mech with superior defensive and offensive capabilities. It will \
+	desc = "Calls forth the mighty Anima Bulwark, a mech with superior defensive and offensive capabilities. It will \
 			 steadily regenerate HP and triple its regeneration speed while standing \
 			 on a clockwork tile. It will automatically draw power from nearby sigils of \
 			 transmission should the need arise. Its Arbiter laser cannon can decimate foes \
 			 from a range and is capable of smashing through any barrier presented to it. \
-			 Be warned, choosing to pilot Neovgre is a lifetime commitment, once you are \
-			 in you cannot leave and when it is destroyed it will explode catastrophically with you inside."
+			 Be warned however, choosing to pilot Neovgre is a lifetime commitment, once you are \
+			 in you cannot leave and when it is destroyed it will explode catastrophically, with you inside."
 	invocations = list("By the strength of the alloy...!!", "...call forth the Arbiter!!")
 	channel_time = 200 // This is a strong fucking weapon, 20 seconds channel time is getting off light I tell ya.
 	power_cost = 75000 //75 KW
@@ -134,7 +222,7 @@
 	object_path = /obj/mecha/combat/neovgre
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION
 	primary_component = BELLIGERENT_EYE
-	sort_priority = 2
+	sort_priority = 7
 	creator_message = "<span class='brass'>Neovgre, the Anima Bulwark towers over you... your enemies reckoning has come.</span>"
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/summon_arbiter/check_special_requirements()

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scriptures/scripture_cyborg.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 /////////////////
-// CYBORG ONLY //
+// CYBORG ONLY // Cyborgs only, fleshed ones.
 /////////////////
 
 //Linked Vanguard: grants Vanguard to the invoker and a target

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scriptures/scripture_drivers.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 /////////////
-// DRIVERS //
+// DRIVERS // Starter spells
 /////////////
 
 //Stargazer: Creates a stargazer, a cheap power generator that utilizes starlight.
@@ -97,7 +97,7 @@
 	desc = "Charges your slab with divine energy, allowing you to overwhelm a target with Ratvar's light."
 	invocations = list("Divinity, show them your light!")
 	whispered = TRUE
-	channel_time = 20 // I think making kindle channel a third of the time less is a good make up for the fact that it silences people for such a little amount of time.
+	channel_time = 10 // I think making kindle channel a third of the time less is a good make up for the fact that it silences people for such a little amount of time.
 	power_cost = 125
 	usage_tip = "The light can be used from up to two tiles away. Damage taken will GREATLY REDUCE the stun's duration."
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
@@ -113,7 +113,6 @@
 	quickbind = TRUE
 	quickbind_desc = "Stuns and mutes a target from a short range."
 
-
 //Hateful Manacles: Applies restraints from melee over several seconds. The restraints function like handcuffs and break on removal.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/ranged_ability/hateful_manacles
 	descname = "Handcuffs"
@@ -192,43 +191,39 @@
 	Click your slab to cancel.</b></span>"
 
 
+/*//commenting this out until its reworked to actually do random teleports
 //Abscond: Used to return to Reebe.
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond
-	descname = "Return to Reebe"
+	descname = "Safety warp, teleports you somewhere random. moderately high power cost to use."
 	name = "Abscond"
-	desc = "Yanks you through space, returning you to home base."
+	desc = "Yanks you through space, putting you in hopefully a safe location."
 	invocations = list("As we bid farewell, and return to the stars...", "...we shall find our way home.")
 	whispered = TRUE
-	channel_time = 50
-	power_cost = 5
-	special_power_text = "POWERCOST to bring pulled creature"
-	special_power_cost = ABSCOND_ABDUCTION_COST
+	channel_time = 3.5
+	power_cost = 10000
 	usage_tip = "This can't be used while on Reebe, for obvious reasons."
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
 	primary_component = GEIS_CAPACITOR
 	sort_priority = 9
 	important = TRUE
 	quickbind = TRUE
-	quickbind_desc = "Returns you to Reebe."
+	quickbind_desc = "Teleports you somewhere random, or to an active Ark if one exists. Use in emergencies."
 	var/client_color
 	requires_full_power = TRUE
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond/check_special_requirements()
 	if(is_reebe(invoker.z))
-		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='danger'>You're already at Reebe.</span>")
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='danger'>You're at Reebe, attempting to warp in the void could cause you to share your masters fate of banishment!.</span>")
 		return
 	if(!isturf(invoker.loc))
-		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='danger'>You must be visible to return!</span>")
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='danger'>You must be visible to warp!</span>")
 		return
 	return TRUE
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond/recital()
-	client_color = invoker.client.color
-	animate(invoker.client, color = "#AF0AAF", time = 50)
 	. = ..()
 
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond/scripture_effects()
-	var/mob/living/pulled_mob = (invoker.pulling && isliving(invoker.pulling) && get_clockwork_power(ABSCOND_ABDUCTION_COST)) ? invoker.pulling : null
 	var/turf/T
 	if(GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar)
 		T = get_step(GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar, SOUTH)
@@ -237,21 +232,12 @@
 	if(!do_teleport(invoker, T, channel = TELEPORT_CHANNEL_CULT, forced = TRUE))
 		return
 	invoker.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[invoker] flickers and phases out of existence!</span>", \
-	"<span class='bold sevtug_small'>You feel a dizzying sense of vertigo as you're yanked back to Reebe!</span>")
+	"<span class='bold sevtug_small'>You feel a dizzying sense of vertigo as you're yanked through the fabric of reality!</span>")
 	T.visible_message("<span class='warning'>[invoker] flickers and phases into existence!</span>")
 	playsound(invoker, 'sound/magic/magic_missile.ogg', 50, TRUE)
 	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/magic_missile.ogg', 50, TRUE)
 	do_sparks(5, TRUE, invoker)
-	do_sparks(5, TRUE, T)
-	if(pulled_mob && do_teleport(pulled_mob, T, channel = TELEPORT_CHANNEL_CULT, forced = TRUE))
-		adjust_clockwork_power(-special_power_cost)
-		invoker.start_pulling(pulled_mob) //forcemove resets pulls, so we need to re-pull
-	if(invoker.client)
-		animate(invoker.client, color = client_color, time = 25)
-
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/abscond/scripture_fail()
-	if(invoker && invoker.client)
-		animate(invoker.client, color = client_color, time = 10)
+	do_sparks(5, TRUE, T)*/
 
 
 //Replicant: Creates a new clockwork slab.
@@ -265,7 +251,7 @@
 	whispered = TRUE
 	object_path = /obj/item/clockwork/slab
 	creator_message = "<span class='brass'>You copy a piece of replicant alloy and command it into a new slab.</span>"
-	usage_tip = "This is inefficient as a way to produce components, as the slab produced must be held by someone with no other slabs to produce components."
+	usage_tip = "This is inefficient as a way to produce power, as the slab produced must be held by someone with no other slabs to produce any."
 	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
 	space_allowed = TRUE
 	primary_component = GEIS_CAPACITOR
@@ -293,3 +279,50 @@
 	sort_priority = 11
 	quickbind = TRUE
 	quickbind_desc = "Creates a pair of Wraith Spectacles, which grant true sight but cause gradual vision loss."
+
+//Spatial Gateway: Allows the invoker to teleport themselves and any nearby allies to a conscious servant or clockwork obelisk.
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway
+	descname = "Teleport Gate"
+	name = "Spatial Gateway"
+	desc = "Tears open a miniaturized gateway in spacetime to any conscious servant that can transport objects or creatures to its destination. \
+	Each servant assisting in the invocation adds one additional use and four additional seconds to the gateway's uses and duration."
+	invocations = list("Spatial Gateway...", "...activate!")
+	channel_time = 30
+	power_cost = 400
+	whispered = TRUE
+	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
+	multiple_invokers_optional = TRUE
+	usage_tip = "This gateway is strictly one-way and will only allow things through the invoker's portal."
+	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
+	primary_component = GEIS_CAPACITOR
+	sort_priority = 9
+	quickbind = TRUE
+	quickbind_desc = "Allows you to create a one-way Spatial Gateway to a living Servant or Clockwork Obelisk."
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway/check_special_requirements()
+	if(!isturf(invoker.loc))
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You must not be inside an object to use this scripture!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	var/other_servants = 0
+	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.alive_mob_list)
+		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && !L.stat && L != invoker)
+			other_servants++
+	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
+		if(O.anchored)
+			other_servants++
+	if(!other_servants)
+		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>There are no other conscious servants or anchored clockwork obelisks!</span>")
+		return FALSE
+	return TRUE
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway/scripture_effects()
+	var/portal_uses = 0
+	var/duration = 0
+	for(var/mob/living/L in range(1, invoker))
+		if(!L.stat && is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
+			portal_uses++
+			duration += 40 //4 seconds
+	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+		portal_uses = max(portal_uses, 100) //Very powerful if Ratvar has been summoned
+		duration = max(duration, 100)
+	return slab.procure_gateway(invoker, duration, portal_uses)

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scriptures/scripture_judgement.dm

@@ -0,0 +1,44 @@
+///////////////
+// JUDGEMENT // For the big game changing things. TODO: Summonable generals, just need mob sprites for them.
+///////////////
+
+//Ark of the Clockwork Justiciar: Creates a Gateway to the Celestial Derelict, summoning ratvar.
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar
+	descname = "Structure, Win Condition"
+	name = "Ark of the Clockwork Justiciar"
+	desc = "Tears apart a rift in spacetime to Reebe, the Celestial Derelict, using a massive amount of power.\n\
+	This gateway will, after some time, call forth Ratvar from his exile and massively empower all scriptures and tools."
+	invocations = list("ARMORER! FRIGHT! AMPERAGE! VANGUARD! WE CALL UPON YOU!!", \
+	"THE TIME HAS COME FOR OUR MASTER TO BREAK THE CHAINS OF EXILE!!", \
+	"LEND US YOUR AID! ENGINE COMES!!")
+	channel_time = 150
+	power_cost = 70000 //70 KW. It's literally the thing wrenching the god out of another dimension why wouldn't it be costly.
+	invokers_required = 6
+	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
+	object_path = /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway
+	creator_message = "<span class='heavy_brass'>The Ark swirls into existance before you with the help of the Generals. After all this time, he shall, finally, be free</span>"
+	usage_tip = "The gateway is completely vulnerable to attack during its five-minute duration. It will periodically give indication of its general position to everyone on the station \
+	as well as being loud enough to be heard throughout the entire sector. Defend it with your life!"
+	tier = SCRIPTURE_APPLICATION
+	sort_priority = 8
+	requires_full_power = TRUE
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/create_object/ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar/check_special_requirements()
+	if(!slab.no_cost)
+		if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='big_brass'>\"I am already here, there is no point in that.\"</span>")
+			return FALSE
+		for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
+			var/area/gate_area = get_area(G)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='userdanger'>There is already an Ark at [gate_area.map_name]!</span>")
+			return FALSE
+		var/area/A = get_area(invoker)
+		var/turf/T = get_turf(invoker)
+		if(!T || !is_station_level(T.z) || istype(A, /area/shuttle) || !A.blob_allowed)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You must be on the station to activate the Ark!</span>")
+			return FALSE
+		if(GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated)
+			to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>Ratvar's recent banishment renders him too weak to be wrung forth from Reebe!</span>")
+			return FALSE
+	return ..()
+

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_scriptures/scripture_scripts.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,5 @@
 /////////////
-// SCRIPTS //
+// SCRIPTS // Various miscellanious spells for offense/defense/construction.
 /////////////
 
 
@@ -217,53 +217,6 @@
 	weapon_type = /obj/item/clockwork/weapon/ratvarian_spear
 
 
-//Spatial Gateway: Allows the invoker to teleport themselves and any nearby allies to a conscious servant or clockwork obelisk.
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway
-	descname = "Teleport Gate"
-	name = "Spatial Gateway"
-	desc = "Tears open a miniaturized gateway in spacetime to any conscious servant that can transport objects or creatures to its destination. \
-	Each servant assisting in the invocation adds one additional use and four additional seconds to the gateway's uses and duration."
-	invocations = list("Spatial Gateway...", "...activate!")
-	channel_time = 80
-	power_cost = 400
-	multiple_invokers_used = TRUE
-	multiple_invokers_optional = TRUE
-	usage_tip = "This gateway is strictly one-way and will only allow things through the invoker's portal."
-	tier = SCRIPTURE_SCRIPT
-	primary_component = GEIS_CAPACITOR
-	sort_priority = 9
-	quickbind = TRUE
-	quickbind_desc = "Allows you to create a one-way Spatial Gateway to a living Servant or Clockwork Obelisk."
-
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway/check_special_requirements()
-	if(!isturf(invoker.loc))
-		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>You must not be inside an object to use this scripture!</span>")
-		return FALSE
-	var/other_servants = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/L in GLOB.alive_mob_list)
-		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(L) && !L.stat && L != invoker)
-			other_servants++
-	for(var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/O in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
-		if(O.anchored)
-			other_servants++
-	if(!other_servants)
-		to_chat(invoker, "<span class='warning'>There are no other conscious servants or anchored clockwork obelisks!</span>")
-		return FALSE
-	return TRUE
-
-/datum/clockwork_scripture/spatial_gateway/scripture_effects()
-	var/portal_uses = 0
-	var/duration = 0
-	for(var/mob/living/L in range(1, invoker))
-		if(!L.stat && is_servant_of_ratvar(L))
-			portal_uses++
-			duration += 40 //4 seconds
-	if(GLOB.ratvar_awakens)
-		portal_uses = max(portal_uses, 100) //Very powerful if Ratvar has been summoned
-		duration = max(duration, 100)
-	return slab.procure_gateway(invoker, duration, portal_uses)
-
-
 //Mending Mantra: Channeled for up to ten times over twenty seconds to repair structures and heal allies
 /datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/mending_mantra
 	descname = "Channeled, Area Healing and Repair"
@@ -487,3 +440,26 @@
 	invoker.light_range = 0
 	invoker.update_light()
 	return ..()
+
+//Belligerent: Channeled for up to fifteen times over thirty seconds. Forces non-servants that can hear the chant to walk, doing minor damage. Nar-Sian cultists are burned.
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/belligerent
+	descname = "Channeled, Area Slowdown"
+	name = "Belligerent"
+	desc = "Forces all nearby non-servants to walk rather than run, doing minor damage. Chanted every two seconds for up to thirty seconds."
+	chant_invocations = list("Punish their blindness!", "Take time, make slow!", "Kneel before The Justiciar!", "Halt their charges!", "Cease the tides!")
+	chant_amount = 15
+	chant_interval = 20
+	channel_time = 20
+	power_cost = 300
+	usage_tip = "Useful for crowd control in a populated area and disrupting mass movement."
+	tier = SCRIPTURE_DRIVER
+	primary_component = BELLIGERENT_EYE
+	sort_priority = 1
+	quickbind = TRUE
+	quickbind_desc = "Forces nearby non-Servants to walk, doing minor damage with each chant.<br><b>Maximum 15 chants.</b>"
+
+/datum/clockwork_scripture/channeled/belligerent/chant_effects(chant_number)
+	for(var/mob/living/carbon/C in hearers(7, invoker))
+		C.apply_status_effect(STATUS_EFFECT_BELLIGERENT)
+	new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/belligerent(get_turf(invoker))
+	return TRUE

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/ark_of_the_clockwork_justicar.dm

@@ -1,5 +1,3 @@
-#define ARK_GRACE_PERIOD 300 //In seconds, how long the crew has before the Ark truly "begins"
-
 /proc/clockwork_ark_active() //A helper proc so the Ark doesn't have to be typecast every time it's checked; returns null if there is no Ark and its active var otherwise
 	var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G = GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar
 	if(!G)
@@ -11,7 +9,7 @@
 	name = "\improper Ark of the Clockwork Justicar"
 	desc = "A massive, hulking amalgamation of parts. It seems to be maintaining a very unstable bluespace anomaly."
 	clockwork_desc = "Nezbere's magnum opus: a hulking clockwork machine capable of combining bluespace and steam power to summon Ratvar. Once activated, \
-	its instability will cause one-way bluespace rifts to open across the station to the City of Cogs, so be prepared to defend it at all costs."
+	its instability will alert the entire area, so be prepared to defend it at all costs."
 	max_integrity = 500
 	mouse_opacity = MOUSE_OPACITY_OPAQUE
 	icon = 'icons/effects/clockwork_effects.dmi'
@@ -22,9 +20,8 @@
 	immune_to_servant_attacks = TRUE
 	var/active = FALSE
 	var/progress_in_seconds = 0 //Once this reaches GATEWAY_RATVAR_ARRIVAL, it's game over
-	var/grace_period = ARK_GRACE_PERIOD //This exists to allow the crew to gear up and prepare for the invasion
-	var/initial_activation_delay = -1 //How many seconds the Ark will have initially taken to activate
-	var/seconds_until_activation = -1 //How many seconds until the Ark activates; if it should never activate, set this to -1
+	var/initial_activation_delay = 5 //How many seconds the Ark will have initially taken to activate
+	var/seconds_until_activation = 5 //How many seconds until the Ark activates; if it should never activate, set this to -1
 	var/purpose_fulfilled = FALSE
 	var/first_sound_played = FALSE
 	var/second_sound_played = FALSE
@@ -38,10 +35,21 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/Initialize()
 	. = ..()
+	INVOKE_ASYNC(src, .proc/spawn_animation)
 	glow = new(get_turf(src))
 	if(!GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar)
 		GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar = src
-	START_PROCESSING(SSprocessing, src)
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/on_attack_hand(mob/user, act_intent, unarmed_attack_flags)
+	if(!active  && is_servant_of_ratvar(user) && user.canUseTopic(src, !issilicon(user), NO_DEXTERY))
+		if(alert(user, "Are you sure you want to activate the ark? Once enabled, there will be no turning back.", "Enabling the ark", "Activate!", "Cancel") == "Activate!")
+			if(active)
+				return
+			log_game("[key_name(user)] has activated an Ark of the Clockwork Justicar at [COORD(src)].")
+			START_PROCESSING(SSprocessing, src)
+			SSshuttle.registerHostileEnvironment(src)
+		else
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>You decide against activating the ark.. for now.</span>")
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/take_damage(damage_amount, damage_type = BRUTE, damage_flag = 0, sound_effect = 1, attack_dir)
 	. = ..()
@@ -49,7 +57,7 @@
 		flick("clockwork_gateway_damaged", glow)
 		playsound(src, 'sound/machines/clockcult/ark_damage.ogg', 75, FALSE)
 		if(last_scream < world.time)
-			audible_message("<span class='boldwarning'>An unearthly screaming sound resonates throughout Reebe!</span>")
+			audible_message("<span class='boldwarning'>An unearthly screaming sound resonates throughout the area!</span>")
 			for(var/V in GLOB.player_list)
 				var/mob/M = V
 				var/turf/T = get_turf(M)
@@ -60,31 +68,19 @@
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/final_countdown(ark_time) //WE'RE LEAVING TOGETHEEEEEEEEER
 	if(!ark_time)
-		ark_time = 30 //minutes
-	initial_activation_delay = ark_time * 60
-	seconds_until_activation = ark_time * 60 //60 seconds in a minute * number of minutes
+		ark_time = 5 //5 minutes
 	for(var/obj/item/clockwork/construct_chassis/cogscarab/C in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
 		C.infinite_resources = FALSE
 	GLOB.servants_active = TRUE
 	SSshuttle.registerHostileEnvironment(src)
 
-/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/cry_havoc()
-	visible_message("<span class='boldwarning'>[src] shudders and roars to life, its parts beginning to whirr and screech!</span>")
-	hierophant_message("<span class='bold large_brass'>The Ark is activating! You will be transported there soon!</span>")
-	for(var/mob/M in GLOB.player_list)
-		var/turf/T = get_turf(M)
-		if(is_servant_of_ratvar(M) || isobserver(M) || (T && T.z == z))
-			M.playsound_local(M, 'sound/magic/clockwork/ark_activation_sequence.ogg', 30, FALSE, pressure_affected = FALSE)
-	addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/let_slip_the_dogs), 300)
-
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/let_slip_the_dogs()
-	spawn_animation()
 	first_sound_played = TRUE
 	active = TRUE
+	visible_message("<span class='boldwarning'>[src] shudders and roars to life, its parts beginning to whirr and screech!</span>")
 	priority_announce("Massive [Gibberish("bluespace", 100)] anomaly detected on all frequencies. All crew are directed to \
 	@!$, [text2ratvar("PURGE ALL UNTRUTHS")] <&. the anomalies and destroy their source to prevent further damage to corporate property. This is \
-	not a drill.[grace_period ? " Estimated time of appearance: [grace_period] seconds. Use this time to prepare for an attack on [station_name()]." : ""]", \
-	"Central Command Higher Dimensional Affairs", 'sound/magic/clockwork/ark_activation.ogg')
+	not a drill.", "Central Command Higher Dimensional Affairs", 'sound/magic/clockwork/ark_activation_sequence.ogg')
 	set_security_level("delta")
 	for(var/V in SSticker.mode.servants_of_ratvar)
 		var/datum/mind/M = V
@@ -92,15 +88,6 @@
 			continue
 		if(ishuman(M.current))
 			M.current.add_overlay(mutable_appearance('icons/effects/genetics.dmi', "servitude", -MUTATIONS_LAYER))
-	for(var/V in GLOB.brass_recipes)
-		var/datum/stack_recipe/R = V
-		if(!R)
-			continue
-		if(R.title == "wall gear")
-			R.time *= 2 //Building walls becomes slower when the Ark activates
-	mass_recall()
-	recalls_remaining++ //So it doesn't use up a charge
-
 	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
 	var/list/open_turfs = list()
 	for(var/turf/open/OT in orange(1, T))
@@ -110,14 +97,35 @@
 		for(var/mob/living/L in T)
 			L.forceMove(pick(open_turfs))
 
-/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/open_portal(turf/T)
-	new/obj/effect/clockwork/city_of_cogs_rift(T)
-
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/spawn_animation()
-	hierophant_message("<span class='bold large_brass'>The Ark has activated! [grace_period ? "You have [round(grace_period / 60)] minutes until the crew invades! " : ""]Defend it at all costs!</span>", FALSE, src)
-	sound_to_playing_players(volume = 10, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_charging.ogg', TRUE))
-	seconds_until_activation = 0
-	SSshuttle.registerHostileEnvironment(src)
+	var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
+	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/inathneq(T)
+	hierophant_message("<span class='inathneq'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show your servants your mercy")]!\"</span>")
+	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 30, 0)
+	sleep(10)
+	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/sevtug(T)
+	hierophant_message("<span class='sevtug'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and show this station your decorating skills")]!\"</span>")
+	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 45, 0)
+	sleep(10)
+	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nezbere(T)
+	hierophant_message("<span class='nezbere'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth and shine your light across this realm")]!!\"</span>")
+	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 60, 0)
+	sleep(10)
+	new/obj/effect/clockwork/general_marker/nzcrentr(T)
+	hierophant_message("<span class='nzcrentr'>\"[text2ratvar("Engine, come forth")].\"</span>")
+	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 75, 0)
+	sleep(10)
+	playsound(T, 'sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 100, 0)
+	var/list/open_turfs = list()
+	for(var/turf/open/OT in orange(1, T))
+		if(!is_blocked_turf(OT, TRUE))
+			open_turfs |= OT
+	if(open_turfs.len)
+		for(var/mob/living/L in T)
+			L.forceMove(pick(open_turfs))
+	glow = new(get_turf(src))
+	var/area/gate_area = get_area(src)
+	hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>An Ark of the Clockwork Justicar has been created in [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>", FALSE, src)
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/initiate_mass_recall()
 	recalling = TRUE
@@ -141,35 +149,22 @@
 	transform = matrix() * 2
 	animate(src, transform = matrix() * 0.5, time = 30, flags = ANIMATION_END_NOW)
 
-/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/Destroy()
+obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/Destroy()
 	STOP_PROCESSING(SSprocessing, src)
+	if(!purpose_fulfilled)
+		var/area/gate_area = get_area(src)
+		hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass'><b>An Ark of the Clockwork Justicar has fallen at [gate_area.map_name]!</b></span>")
+		send_to_playing_players(sound(null, 0, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK))
+	var/was_stranded = SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_STRANDED
 	SSshuttle.clearHostileEnvironment(src)
-	if(!purpose_fulfilled && istype(SSticker.mode, /datum/game_mode/clockwork_cult))
-		hierophant_message("<span class='bold large_brass'>The Ark has fallen!</span>")
-		sound_to_playing_players(null, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK)
-		SSticker.force_ending = TRUE //rip
+	if(!was_stranded && !purpose_fulfilled)
+		priority_announce("Massive energy anomaly no longer on short-range scanners, bluespace distortions still detected.","Central Command Higher Dimensional Affairs")
 	if(glow)
 		qdel(glow)
 		glow = null
 	if(countdown)
 		qdel(countdown)
 		countdown = null
-	for(var/mob/L in GLOB.player_list)
-		var/turf/T = get_turf(L)
-		if(T && T.z == z)
-			var/atom/movable/target = L
-			if(isobj(L.loc))
-				target = L.loc
-			target.forceMove(get_turf(pick(GLOB.generic_event_spawns)))
-			L.overlay_fullscreen("flash", /obj/screen/fullscreen/flash/static)
-			L.clear_fullscreen("flash", 30)
-			if(isliving(L))
-				var/mob/living/LI = L
-				LI.Stun(50)
-	for(var/obj/effect/clockwork/city_of_cogs_rift/R in GLOB.all_clockwork_objects)
-		qdel(R)
-	if(GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar == src)
-		GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar = null
 	. = ..()
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/deconstruct(disassembled = TRUE)
@@ -203,8 +198,6 @@
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/get_arrival_time(var/deciseconds = TRUE)
 	if(seconds_until_activation)
 		. = seconds_until_activation
-	else if(grace_period)
-		. = grace_period
 	else if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_ARRIVAL - progress_in_seconds > 0)
 		. = round(max((GATEWAY_RATVAR_ARRIVAL - progress_in_seconds) / (GATEWAY_SUMMON_RATE), 0), 1)
 	if(deciseconds)
@@ -213,8 +206,6 @@
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/get_arrival_text(s_on_time)
 	if(seconds_until_activation)
 		return "[get_arrival_time()][s_on_time ? "S" : ""]"
-	if(grace_period)
-		return "[get_arrival_time()][s_on_time ? "S" : ""]"
 	. = "IMMINENT"
 	if(!obj_integrity)
 		. = "DETONATING"
@@ -229,17 +220,14 @@
 		if(!active)
 			. += "<span class='big'><b>Time until the Ark's activation:</b> [DisplayTimeText(get_arrival_time())]</span>"
 		else
-			if(grace_period)
-				. += "<span class='big'><b>Crew grace period time remaining:</b> [DisplayTimeText(get_arrival_time())]</span>"
-			else
-				. += "<span class='big'><b>Time until Ratvar's arrival:</b> [DisplayTimeText(get_arrival_time())]</span>"
-				switch(progress_in_seconds)
-					if(-INFINITY to GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND)
-						. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>The Ark is feeding power into the bluespace field.</span>"
-					if(GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND to GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING)
-						. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>The field is ripping open a copy of itself in Ratvar's prison.</span>"
-					if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING to INFINITY)
-						. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>With the bluespace field established, Ratvar is preparing to come through!</span>"
+			. += "<span class='big'><b>Time until Ratvar's arrival:</b> [DisplayTimeText(get_arrival_time())]</span>"
+			switch(progress_in_seconds)
+				if(-INFINITY to GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND)
+					. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>The Ark is feeding power into the bluespace field.</span>"
+				if(GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND to GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING)
+					. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>The field is ripping open a copy of itself in Ratvar's prison.</span>"
+				if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING to INFINITY)
+					. += "<span class='heavy_brass'>With the bluespace field established, Ratvar is preparing to come through!</span>"
 	else
 		if(!active)
 			. += "<span class='warning'>Whatever it is, it doesn't seem to be active.</span>"
@@ -253,20 +241,14 @@
 					. += "<span class='boldwarning'>The anomaly is stable! Something is coming through!</span>"
 
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/process()
-	if(seconds_until_activation == -1) //we never do anything
-		return
 	adjust_clockwork_power(2.5) //Provides weak power generation on its own
 	if(seconds_until_activation)
 		if(!countdown)
 			countdown = new(src)
 			countdown.start()
 		seconds_until_activation--
-		if(!GLOB.script_scripture_unlocked && initial_activation_delay * 0.5 > seconds_until_activation)
-			GLOB.script_scripture_unlocked = TRUE
-			hierophant_message("<span class='large_brass bold'>The Ark is halfway prepared. Script scripture is now available!</span>")
 		if(!seconds_until_activation)
-			cry_havoc()
-			seconds_until_activation = -1 //we'll set this after cry_havoc()
+			let_slip_the_dogs()
 		return
 	if(!first_sound_played || prob(7))
 		for(var/mob/M in GLOB.player_list)
@@ -285,6 +267,9 @@
 			if(!step_away(O, src, 2) || get_dist(O, src) < 2)
 				O.take_damage(50, BURN, "bomb")
 			O.update_icon()
+
+	conversion_pulse() //Converts the nearby area into clockcult-style
+
 	for(var/V in GLOB.player_list)
 		var/mob/M = V
 		var/turf/T = get_turf(M)
@@ -292,29 +277,24 @@
 			M.forceMove(get_step(src, SOUTH))
 			M.overlay_fullscreen("flash", /obj/screen/fullscreen/flash)
 			M.clear_fullscreen("flash", 5)
-	if(grace_period)
-		grace_period--
-		return
 	progress_in_seconds += GATEWAY_SUMMON_RATE
 	switch(progress_in_seconds)
 		if(-INFINITY to GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND)
 			if(!second_sound_played)
-				for(var/V in GLOB.generic_event_spawns)
-					addtimer(CALLBACK(src, .proc/open_portal, get_turf(V)), rand(100, 600))
 				sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/invoke_general.ogg', 30, FALSE)
-				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 20, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_charging.ogg', TRUE))
+				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 10, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_charging.ogg', TRUE))
 				second_sound_played = TRUE
 			make_glow()
 			glow.icon_state = "clockwork_gateway_charging"
 		if(GATEWAY_REEBE_FOUND to GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING)
 			if(!third_sound_played)
-				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 25, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_active.ogg', TRUE))
+				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 30, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_active.ogg', TRUE))
 				third_sound_played = TRUE
 			make_glow()
 			glow.icon_state = "clockwork_gateway_active"
 		if(GATEWAY_RATVAR_COMING to GATEWAY_RATVAR_ARRIVAL)
 			if(!fourth_sound_played)
-				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 30, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_closing.ogg', TRUE))
+				sound_to_playing_players(volume = 70, channel = CHANNEL_JUSTICAR_ARK, S = sound('sound/effects/clockcult_gateway_closing.ogg', TRUE))
 				fourth_sound_played = TRUE
 			make_glow()
 			glow.icon_state = "clockwork_gateway_closing"
@@ -334,7 +314,6 @@
 				GLOB.clockwork_gateway_activated = TRUE
 				var/turf/T = SSmapping.get_station_center()
 				new /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/ratvar(T)
-				SSticker.force_ending = TRUE
 				var/x0 = T.x
 				var/y0 = T.y
 				for(var/I in spiral_range_turfs(255, T, tick_checked = TRUE))
@@ -349,6 +328,17 @@
 					T.ratvar_act(dist)
 					CHECK_TICK
 
+//Converts nearby turfs into their clockwork equivalent, with ever-increasing range the closer the ark is to summoning Ratvar
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/proc/conversion_pulse()
+	var/convert_dist = 1 + (round(FLOOR(progress_in_seconds, 15) * 0.067))
+	for(var/t in RANGE_TURFS(convert_dist, loc))
+		var/turf/T = t
+		if(!T)
+			continue
+		var/dist = cheap_hypotenuse(T.x, T.y, x, y)
+		if(dist < convert_dist)
+			T.ratvar_act(FALSE, TRUE, 3)
+
 //ATTACK GHOST IGNORING PARENT RETURN VALUE
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/attack_ghost(mob/user)
 	if(!IsAdminGhost(user))
@@ -361,9 +351,9 @@
 			if(alert(user, "You're REALLY SURE? This cannot be undone.", name, "Yes - Activate the Ark", "No") == "Yes - Activate the Ark")
 				message_admins("<span class='danger'>Admin [key_name_admin(user)] started the Ark's countdown!</span>")
 				log_admin("Admin [key_name(user)] started the Ark's countdown on a non-clockcult mode!")
-				to_chat(user, "<span class='userdanger'>The gamemode is now being treated as clockwork cult, and the Ark is counting down from 30 \
+				to_chat(user, "<span class='userdanger'>The gamemode is now being treated as clockwork cult, and the Ark is counting down from 5 \
 				minutes. You will need to create servant players yourself.</span>")
-				final_countdown(35)
+				final_countdown(5)
 
 
 

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/clockwork_obelisk.dm

@@ -41,6 +41,11 @@
 		affected += try_use_power(MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*4)
 	return affected
 
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/Destroy()
+	for(var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/SG in loc)
+		SG.ex_act(EXPLODE_DEVASTATE)
+	return ..()
+
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/clockwork_obelisk/on_attack_hand(mob/living/user, act_intent = user.a_intent, unarmed_attack_flags)
 	. = ..()
 	if(.)
@@ -48,7 +53,7 @@
 	if(!is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || !can_access_clockwork_power(src, hierophant_cost) || !anchored)
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>You place your hand on [src], but it doesn't react.</span>")
 		return
-	var/choice = alert(user,"You place your hand on [src]...",,"Hierophant Broadcast","Spatial Gateway","Cancel")
+	var/choice = alert(user,"You place your hand on [src]...",,"Hierophant Broadcast","Spatial Gateway","Cancel") //Will create a stable gateway instead if between two obelisks one of which is onstation and the other on reebe
 	switch(choice)
 		if("Hierophant Broadcast")
 			if(active)
@@ -96,7 +101,7 @@
 	if(!anchored)
 		return
 	var/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway/SG = locate(/obj/effect/clockwork/spatial_gateway) in loc
-	if(SG && SG.timerid) //it's a valid gateway, we're active
+	if(SG && (SG.timerid || SG.is_stable)) //it's a valid gateway, we're active
 		icon_state = active_icon
 		density = FALSE
 		active = TRUE

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/eminence_spire.dm

@@ -27,9 +27,6 @@
 	if(C.clock_team.eminence)
 		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>There's already an Eminence!</span>")
 		return
-	if(!GLOB.servants_active)
-		to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>The Ark isn't active!</span>")
-		return
 	if(eminence_nominee) //This could be one large proc, but is split into three for ease of reading
 		if(eminence_nominee == user)
 			cancelation(user)

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/heralds_beacon.dm

@@ -1,3 +1,5 @@
+
+
 //Used to "declare war" against the station. The servants' equipment will be permanently supercharged, and the Ark given extra time to prepare.
 //This will send an announcement to the station, meaning that they will be warned very early in advance about the impending attack.
 /obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/heralds_beacon
@@ -108,5 +110,4 @@
 			to_chat(H, "<span class='bold alloy'>The beacon's power warps your body into a clockwork form! You are now immune to many hazards, and your body is more robust against damage!</span>")
 			H.set_species(/datum/species/golem/clockwork/no_scrap)
 	var/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/massive/celestial_gateway/G = GLOB.ark_of_the_clockwork_justiciar
-	G.grace_period = FALSE //no grace period if we've declared war
 	G.recalls_remaining++

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/prolonging_prism.dm

@@ -0,0 +1,134 @@
+//Prolonging Prism: A prism that consumes power to delay the shuttle
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism
+	name = "prolonging prism"
+	desc = "A dark onyx prism, held in midair by spiraling tendrils of stone."
+	clockwork_desc = "A powerful prism that will delay the arrival of an emergency shuttle."
+	icon_state = "prolonging_prism_inactive"
+	active_icon = "prolonging_prism"
+	inactive_icon = "prolonging_prism_inactive"
+	unanchored_icon = "prolonging_prism_unwrenched"
+	construction_value = 20
+	max_integrity = 125
+	break_message = "<span class='warning'>The prism falls to the ground with a heavy thud!</span>"
+	debris = list(/obj/item/clockwork/alloy_shards/small = 3, \
+	/obj/item/clockwork/alloy_shards/medium = 1, \
+	/obj/item/clockwork/alloy_shards/large = 1, \
+	/obj/item/clockwork/component/vanguard_cogwheel/onyx_prism = 1)
+	var/static/power_refund = 250
+	var/static/delay_cost = 2000 //Updated power values for new-newclock. Easier to activate and sustain, you are quite literally pointing the entire station towards you as opposed to blood-delay after all.
+	var/static/delay_cost_increase = 1000
+	var/static/delay_remaining = 0
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/examine(mob/user)
+	. = ..()
+	if(is_servant_of_ratvar(user) || isobserver(user))
+		if(SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_DOCKED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_IGNITING || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_STRANDED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_ESCAPE)
+			. += "<span class='inathneq'>An emergency shuttle has arrived and this prism is no longer useful; attempt to activate it to gain a partial refund of components used.</span>"
+		else
+			var/efficiency = get_efficiency_mod(TRUE)
+			. += "<span class='inathneq_small'>It requires at least <b>[DisplayPower(get_delay_cost())]</b> of power to attempt to delay the arrival of an emergency shuttle by <b>[2 * efficiency]</b> minutes.</span>"
+			. += "<span class='inathneq_small'>This cost increases by <b>[DisplayPower(delay_cost_increase)]</b> for every previous activation.</span>"
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/forced_disable(bad_effects)
+	if(active)
+		if(bad_effects)
+			try_use_power(MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER*4)
+		visible_message("<span class='warning'>[src] emits an airy chuckling sound and falls dark!</span>")
+		toggle()
+		return TRUE
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/on_attack_hand(mob/living/user)
+	if(user.canUseTopic(src, !issilicon(user), NO_DEXTERY) && is_servant_of_ratvar(user))
+		if(SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_DOCKED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_IGNITING || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_STRANDED || SSshuttle.emergency.mode == SHUTTLE_ESCAPE)
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='brass'>You break [src] apart, refunding some of the power used.</span>")
+			adjust_clockwork_power(power_refund)
+			take_damage(max_integrity)
+			return 0
+		if(active)
+			return 0
+		var/turf/T = get_turf(src)
+		if(!T || !is_station_level(T.z))
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] must be on the station to function!</span>")
+			return 0
+		if(SSshuttle.emergency.mode != SHUTTLE_CALL)
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>No emergency shuttles are attempting to arrive at the station!</span>")
+			return 0
+		if(!try_use_power(get_delay_cost()))
+			to_chat(user, "<span class='warning'>[src] needs more power to function!</span>")
+			return 0
+		delay_cost += delay_cost_increase
+		delay_remaining += PRISM_DELAY_DURATION
+		toggle(0, user)
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/process()
+	var/turf/own_turf = get_turf(src)
+	if(SSshuttle.emergency.mode != SHUTTLE_CALL || delay_remaining <= 0 || !own_turf || !is_station_level(own_turf.z))
+		forced_disable(FALSE)
+		return
+	. = ..()
+	var/delay_amount = 40
+	delay_remaining -= delay_amount
+	var/efficiency = get_efficiency_mod()
+	SSshuttle.emergency.setTimer(SSshuttle.emergency.timeLeft(1) + (delay_amount * efficiency))
+	var/highest_y
+	var/highest_x
+	var/lowest_y
+	var/lowest_x
+	var/list/prism_turfs = list()
+	for(var/t in SSshuttle.emergency.ripple_area(SSshuttle.getDock("emergency_home")))
+		prism_turfs[t] = TRUE
+		var/turf/T = t
+		if(!highest_y || T.y > highest_y)
+			highest_y = T.y
+		if(!highest_x || T.x > highest_x)
+			highest_x = T.x
+		if(!lowest_y || T.y < lowest_y)
+			lowest_y = T.y
+		if(!lowest_x || T.x < lowest_x)
+			lowest_x = T.x
+	var/mean_y = LERP(lowest_y, highest_y, 0.5)
+	var/mean_x = LERP(lowest_x, highest_x, 0.5)
+	if(prob(50))
+		mean_y = CEILING(mean_y, 1)
+	else
+		mean_y = FLOOR(mean_y, 1) //Yes, I know round(mean_y) does the same, just left as FLOOR for consistancy sake
+	if(prob(50))
+		mean_x = CEILING(mean_x, 1)
+	else
+		mean_x = FLOOR(mean_x, 1)
+	var/turf/semi_random_center_turf = locate(mean_x, mean_y, z)
+	for(var/t in getline(src, semi_random_center_turf))
+		prism_turfs[t] = TRUE
+	var/placement_style = prob(50)
+	for(var/t in prism_turfs)
+		var/turf/T = t
+		if(placement_style)
+			if(ISODD(T.x + T.y))
+				seven_random_hexes(T, efficiency)
+			else if(prob(50 * efficiency))
+				new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/prolonging_prism(T)
+		else
+			if(ISEVEN(T.x + T.y))
+				seven_random_hexes(T, efficiency)
+			else if(prob(50 * efficiency))
+				new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/prolonging_prism(T)
+		CHECK_TICK //we may be going over a hell of a lot of turfs
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/proc/get_delay_cost()
+	return FLOOR(delay_cost, MIN_CLOCKCULT_POWER)
+
+/obj/structure/destructible/clockwork/powered/prolonging_prism/proc/seven_random_hexes(turf/T, efficiency)
+	var/static/list/hex_states = list("prismhex1", "prismhex2", "prismhex3", "prismhex4", "prismhex5", "prismhex6", "prismhex7")
+	var/mutable_appearance/hex_combo
+	for(var/n in hex_states) //BUILD ME A HEXAGON
+		if(prob(50 * efficiency))
+			if(!hex_combo)
+				hex_combo = mutable_appearance('icons/effects/64x64.dmi', n, RIPPLE_LAYER)
+			else
+				hex_combo.add_overlay(mutable_appearance('icons/effects/64x64.dmi', n, RIPPLE_LAYER))
+	if(hex_combo) //YOU BUILT A HEXAGON
+		hex_combo.pixel_x = -16
+		hex_combo.pixel_y = -16
+		hex_combo.mouse_opacity = MOUSE_OPACITY_TRANSPARENT
+		hex_combo.plane = GAME_PLANE
+		new /obj/effect/temp_visual/ratvar/prolonging_prism(T, hex_combo)

code/modules/antagonists/clockcult/clock_structures/ratvar_the_clockwork_justicar.dm

@@ -101,8 +101,8 @@
 		return
 	clashing = TRUE
 	GLOB.cult_narsie.clashing = TRUE
-	to_chat(world, "<span class='bold brass'><font size=5>\"YOU.\"</font></span>")
-	to_chat(world, "<span class='bold cult'><font size=5>\"Ratvar?!\"</font></span>")
+	to_chat(world, "<span class='bold brass'><font size=5>\"[pick("YOU.", "BLOOD GOD!!", "FACE ME, COWARD!")]\"</font></span>")
+	to_chat(world, "<span class='bold cult'><font size=5>\"[pick("Ratvar?! How?!", "YOU. BANISHED ONCE. KILLED NOW.", "SCRAP HEAP!!")]\"</font></span>")
 	clash_of_the_titans(GLOB.cult_narsie) // >:(
 	return TRUE
 
@@ -137,15 +137,16 @@
 		base_victory_chance *= 2 //The clash has a higher chance of resolving each time both gods attack one another
 	switch(winner)
 		if("Ratvar")
-			send_to_playing_players("<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"[pick("DIE.", "ROT.")]\"</font></span>\n\
+			send_to_playing_players("<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"[pick("DIE.", "ROT FOR CENTURIES, AS I HAVE!.","PERISH, HEATHEN.", "DIE, MONSTER, YOU DON'T BELONG IN THIS WORLD.")]\"</font></span>\n\
 			<span class='cult'><font size=5>\"<b>[pick("Nooooo...", "Not die. To y-", "Die. Ratv-", "Sas tyen re-")]\"</b></font></span>") //Nar'Sie get out
 			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/anima_fragment_attack.ogg')
-			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/demon_dies.ogg', 50)
+			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/abomscream.ogg', 50)
 			clashing = FALSE
 			qdel(narsie)
 		if("Nar'Sie")
-			send_to_playing_players("<span class='cult'><font size=5>\"<b>[pick("Ha.", "Ra'sha fonn dest.", "You fool. To come here.")]</b>\"</font></span>") //Broken English
-			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/demon_attack1.ogg')
-			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/clockwork/anima_fragment_death.ogg', 62)
+			send_to_playing_players("<span class='cult'><font size=5>\"<b>[pick("Ha.", "Ra'sha fonn dest.", "You fool. To come here.")]</b>\"</font></span>\n\
+			<span class='heavy_brass'><font size=5>\"[pick("NO, YOUR SHADOWS SHALL NO-", "ZNL GUR FGERNZF BS GVZR PNEEL ZL RKVFG-", "MY LIGHT CANNO-")]\"</font></span>")
+			sound_to_playing_players('sound/magic/demon_attack1.ogg', 50)
+			sound_to_playing_players('sound/machines/clockcult/ratvar_scream.ogg', 80)
 			narsie.clashing = FALSE
 			qdel(src)