I would say A and make ourself some sort of powered armor - it doesn't have to be perfect (though obviously the higher quality the better), but we need something to protect ourselves if caught unaware. I would personally say focus on defense, with a magical shield if at all possible. Hopefully we're strong enough to handle some basic enhanced combatants with what we've already got and some solid defense.
(Tide seemed to shift towards the armor :p)
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You extend your hand before the escape pod, extend your will and intone the Words of
Armament. Purple tendrils extend from you and and tear into the pod, bringing forth metal and circuits that it welds into place around you. Your armor takes shape, runes glowing around joints and vulnerable areas.
The armor strengthens you and provides a shield of magic when struck. It is a rough, crude thing, but it will serve you well enough.
Gain Magic Powered Armor (Potency 3)Turning from your work, your stride heavy, you hear the cries of the crew as they spot a probable pirate’s flier soaring in (You base your guess on the black flag with skulls and crossbones, and also the skeletons clattering off the wings of the craft.) They scramble for a place to hide, while you grab your:
Choose your preferred combat style. A- Melee combat. With sword, axe, or fist, you use your magically enhanced senses to defeat your foes in close combat. Gets magical melee weapon of choice with powered armor.
B- Ranged weapons. Enchanted bullets, lasers shooting energy of a dark magic, even a bow and heart seeking arrows, you prefer your killings to be done from a safe distance with the appropriate tools. Gets magical ranged weapon of choice with armor.
C- Pure Magic . With a wand, staff, or just your hands and voice, you prefer to fight with your magical abilities rather than relying on a tool. Choose either a wand, staff, or just your hands for your preferred magic option.