Aldras Tem Vrohze PoV

High Charity- During the Chism

I tightened my grip on my energy swords as I scowled under my helm. My fellow Sangheili and I were desperately fighting to get off High Charity when the first reports of the fighting began. It was troublesome in the least. As far as I could gather I was the only ranking Sangheili left alive in the lower districts.

I sighed tiredly."Brothers fan out and secure the area. See if we cant gather more forces to attempt a push into the drydocks." I said as I deactivated my swords to allow them to build up their charge once more.

They all bowed their heads in acknowledgement and dispersed. I looked at them as they performed their duties. There were twelve minors, five rangers, and three majors. There was another ultra when we started out but had died fighting a minor cheiften with me.

All of us were in various forms of injury. It wasnt pleasant knowing if we made it to a ship that their crew would more than likely be rested. We all knew it but didnt say anything. Tired and injured... The bane of every soldier.

I started walking towards the direction of the drydock once more while the others fell in line quickly.

One of the majors came up next to me."Leader. What should we expect to find at the docks? Our battle nets in chaos. As far was the Sangheili ships know were the only group on High Charity that is still combat effective." The major asked over a private channel.

I cast a glance at the major."A ship to start. Then secure the area for our controlled ships to land reinforcements. After that we push back out to locate more of our brothers and quell this treachery. You still hear battles in the distance yes?" I stated calmly.

The major nodded."Yes I understand and I still hear the battles yes. But thats all to the plan? It seems like a weak objective at best. However I understand this is a rather... extraordinary circumstance." The major stated simply.

I huffed in sarcasm."Believe me the thought was not lost on me. But we do not know the situation until we get there... Speaking of the drydock we have arrived." I said flatly.

I closed the private link and turned around."Listen up! I have no idea what awaits us beyond this point! However we must secure this area as a staging point! KILL ANY BRUTE YOU SEE! FAILURE IS NOT AN OPTION!" I said the last part in a roar causing the others to growl in agreement.

We gathered at the closed door and prepared to breach. I drew my plasma rifle and nodded to a minor to open the door.

The door slid open revealing a minor brute who I simply kicked off their feet. He scrambled backwards but I placed my food on their chest and shot him in the face. I roared and signaled my soldiers to storm the first level.

We secured the main entrance quickly as we took the brute forces by surprise. I smirked knowing how terrifying having twenty Sangheili Charging at you could be. Since we all had shields we could afford this kind of brutality in the start. I turned towards the rangers and waved them over."You shall scout ahead. Pick off the brutes allies. Make them think our primary goal is the hangar. They will gather most of their forces there. I will take another small team to gain control of the drydock command center after you give the signal of your completion of your objective. Understood?" I said in a cold tone.

None of them said a word as they saluted and sprinted off through the door that led deeper into the complex.

I sighed tiredly and looked at the rest of the group."Alright set up defensible positions that allow for firing behind cover. After you finish with that form up into groups of three. After I get the signal I will take five of you with me to the drydock control room. Get to work." I said in a calm voice.

They got to work ripping off wall panels and welding them together for cover using the majors energy daggers and a group of minors standing guard over the entrance. As they continued working the sounds of fighting continued to be heard deeper in the complex as the rangers worked to complete the first phase of my plan.

An hour had passed and fighting could still be heard. To say I was impressed was an understatement of the rangers under my command. To fight non stop for an hour was astounding when fighting numerous enemies constantly.

I was dragged out of my musings by a comms alert."Report." I said simply

I could hear a firefight on the other end of the channel."Leader the enemy has fortified the drydock hanger as you expected. Were applying pressure to keep up appearances. If your going to take advantage now is the time." The ranger said out of breath.

I grinned at his initiative."Understood. Im moving out now Hold that position and kill all who try and counter attack." I said with coldness.

He gave an affirmative grunt before he closed the channel. I turned towards the group and selected five minors to come with me.

The way to the control room was quick enough but it was made in silence. As we stood outside the door I motioned for the minors to stack up against the walls near the door.

I looked at them as I drew my energy swords and activated them."Once these doors open I will go through first. There is a very likely chance there is a major cheiften in command here. If thats the case focus him for five seconds once entering since our shields will take the brunt. Once the major threats are down close for hand to hand. DO NOT damage the consoles we will need them." I said in a hushed tone.

My orders elicited various forms of acceptance causing me to slash the door controls. With the door control damaged they slid open quickly causing me to start moving as the door opened.

What I saw made my blood run cold. There in front of me was a minor and major cheiften. I went for the minor cheiften first since his back was half turned to me. I brought my swords in a downwards slash. He roared in agony as he collapsed while I didnt stop moving towards the major cheiften.

I made a horizontal slash at him but he ducked under my swing and slammed his shoulder into my chest. His hit knocked me backwards giving him enough time to use his momentum to swing his hammer. However I rolled backwards while he brought his hammer down causing the shockwave to rip into my enhanced shields.

As my roll finished I bolted back up only to see the massive brute swinging his hammer again. I dropped my swords and stepped into his swing and gripped the grips. I pulled and shifted my weight backwards causing the cheiften to stumble forwards. Taking advantage of the situation I swung him around causing him to let go of the hammer as he slammed into the ground.

I grunted and dropped the hammer. It slammed into the ground with a loud thump. As I walked towards the cheiften he lunged at me knocking me into the ground.

As we grappled with each other and exchanged blows the fight around us had stopped. My Sangheili minors all stood back and allowed us to finish our fight. Our punches were heavy and hard. At some point my helm came off and his as well showing blood coming from our mouths.

We were both standing now. Our breaths ragged."For a beast your skills are impressive. It is a shame I have to kill you." I said as I spit some blood out.

The cheiften simply grunted."And for a leather meat sack you hold your own as well. I will enjoy eating your flesh." He said smugly.

I reached down and put my helm back on."Brothers... Vent the hanger of his kinds filth then signal out ships letting them know we have hanger under control." I said icely causing his eyes to widen.

He snarled in rage."THAT WAS YOUR PLAN ALL ALONG?! I'LL KILL YOU!" He roared and charged in berserk.

I simply grunted as I swing myself around and brought my heel around and kicked him in the side of his face which sent him into the wall. He snarled and grabbed his hammer.

"Fuck"

Kirche PoV

Summoning Day- Academy Courtyard

Everyone had seemed to be relaxing and enjoying themselves before the summoning rituals began. I looked about to see Louise staring off into the sky. I smirked when I remembered her declaration to me on the stairs. She was entirely too prideful. Then again most nobles were prideful to certain degrees.

"It begins." Tabitha stated in her usual tone.

I looked over to her."So... Do you think anything interesting will happen today?" I asked calmly.

She looked up from her book and shrugged."Be careful what you wish for." She said flatly.

I arched an eyebrow at her unusually long statement but looked back to professor Colbert. He seemed to be walking this way which meant it was going to happen now.

Colbert cleared his throat catching the attention of the students who were having conversations among themselves."Alright Students. I wont take up all your time in a long speech since this is your big day. Knowing this I know you all have meticulously groomed your summoning rituals to be perfect. Lets begin." He said with a faint smile.

I took a seat next to Tabitha as everyone crowded the summoning areas. So we waited for our classmates to thin out before doing our own.

I leaned my head back a bit while looking in Tabitha's direction."Hey Tabs... You've been quieter than usual the past few days. Are you alright?" I asked in attempt to make conversation.

She glanced up from her book to look at me for a moment."My problem dont worry." She said in a lowered voice which caught my attention slightly.

I frowned slightly."Tabs you know if you ever need my help I'll be there for you. You know that right?" I asked in a concerned tone.

Tabitha stood up and nodded."I know. Thank you." She said before walking to the summoning areas.

I closed my eyes and sighed."Tabs your really difficult sometimes... Anyways I might was well go ahead and go summon my familiar." I said as I pushed myself off the ground and jogged up behind Tabitha.

I looked over to Tabitha."Good luck Tabs." I said with a smile." I said walking to a summoning circle.

I stood in front of the circle then looked around. I thought of all the fools back home and those who thought I was a lost cause. Why I thought back to all that I did not know but I knew they would pay eventually. I channeled my magic and felt different some how. The area seemed to heat up and shimmer as I began the summoning.

Hear me my powerful and graceful familiar

I call you forth to protect and strike those who would cause me harm

ADD MY FLAMES TO YOUR POWER AND COME FORWARD!

As I finished shouting that last part the circle lit with my flames and ripped an orange portal open. Not a second after it opened two large creatures came barreling out and smashed into the ground. One of the creatures was covered in magnificent silver armor. The other was covered in barbaric looking blood red armor carrying a massive hammer that glowed blue.

I was no fool as to what was going on and scrambled back with the others who looked like they retreated back from me as I cast my summoning. Once I was a safe distance I turned back to watch these two beings finish their obvious duel of death.

They were brutal and unyielding. The silver one ducked under the red ones hammer swing and slashed back with its blue blade. However the red one brought its knee up and smashed the silver armored creatures chin causing it to reel back. The silver fell to the ground and rolled away right before the hammer hit the ground. What shocked everyone was when the hammer hit the ground it sent a blue shockwave that sent the silver one careening across the ground.

The red creature gave a few barks and we only assumed it was laughing. The silver one however was not as it brought out a second blue blade. Its helmet covering its face but everyone knew it was scowling under it.

After a moment of silence they both charged at each other with incredible speed. The red one swung its hammer horizontally while the silver one yet again ducked under. However unlike last time he crashed into the big red beast and rolled off it back to its feet.

The red one rolled over and tried to get up only to be kicked in the face knocking it backwards. The silver one stood over the other one as it raised one of its blades to deal a final blow. The red one gave a roar of defiance before the silver one brought its blade down. Killing it.

We all stood there speechless. The ENTIRE courtyard was destroyed by two armored creatures. I just hoped that this one was the more reasonable out of the fight. I walked over to the silver one and noticed something concerning. Something purple was leaking out of a spot right under the chest plate on its right side. It suddenly fell to a knee in what were clearly ragged breaths coming in faster intervals.

My face contorted into terror."SOMEONE GET A HEALER NOW!" I screamed snapping everyone out of their daze.

I ran over to it and crouched. I then took my cape off and applied pressure to its wound. I was about to say something to it but realized it wouldn't understand. So I cast a quick translation spell.

I leaned over it frowning in uncertainty."Hey big guy dont go dying on me ok? I kinda need you so please stay with me alright?" I said in as authoritative voice as I could muster.

It cast a look in my direction before passing out. I was suddenly frantic. I was shocked at finding it had four jaws but I was more concerned of having it die on me. So... I smacked its face. Hard.

Its eyes flashed open and focused on me."Let me die with dignity human female. I have no quarrel with you." It spoke in a ragged male voice.

I frowned at his statement."I cant do that... I summoned you and the gods saw fit to send me you." I said with finality.

He grunted causing him to grimace."We shall see female." He said in a flat mocking tone.

I frowned at not only his actions but mannerisms. They were... Odd and I couldn't quite place them. All I knew this was going to be a rough next few days.

Authors Notes: Well this was rather fun to write. Let me know what you guys think. If you guys like it and have an Idea lemme know if its good i might add it some where along the lines later. :)