[At a different time, V would have follow-up questions about Persona... but those are going to have to wait.

V doesn't need a second warning, though M-Bot has more trouble. The bright flash throws it off-course, and V-

jumps

And before they know it they've managed to land an emphatic kick on a Chromehound. Which doesn't do much to damage the hound, but apparently heightened fear and protective instincts still have special properties even for Synth.]

... Are you still there?

[Their peripheral vision isn't working like it should. There's still threats, one of which M-Bot steadies enough to tase even as they watch, but they can't spot their surprise ally.]