Manila, April 15, 2027

It was a bright summer day. Students go out to enjoy the freedom that is Summer Vacation. The Adults go to their respective jobs whether it be at a famous restaurant, a boring office or at one of Metro Manila's numerous Shopping Malls.

At around 8:00 AM, President Jane Magdano, the current Philippine President, wakes up at Malacañang Palace.

When she was first elected 5 Years before, the country was in shambles. Thousands were dead due to the War on Drugs. The Economy, once booming at the end of before the War on Drugs, was weakened. However, after various reforms, including the repealing of the Death Penalty, and Support from the European Union, Russia and the United States, President Magdano's Administration has brought back the Economy to a stable condition, Hundreds of Rehab Centers were built and Drug Users were instead seen as people who needed guidance, not ostracized from society. Not only that but the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP) is more powerful than ever thanks to negotiations with many countries. Under her administration, the Nations of Southeast Asia have been united under the banner of the Southeast Asia Defense Entente (SEADENT), an organization similar to NATO, the defunct Warsaw Pact and the also defunct Southeast Asia Treaty Organization (SEATO) with America, Europe, Great Britain, South Korea and Japan holding honorary membership in SEADENT.

However, this day, April 15, 2027, is a day that will change the Philippines forever.

At around 11:45 AM, a strange structure appears at Luneta Park. The structure resembles the Pantheon in Greece but it appears the interior is as dark as night. Drivers who passed by saw what was supposed to be another opening on the other side of the building was only a blank wall.

At 11:50 AM, men in what appeared to be Ancient Roman Armor exited the structure.

Later...

"This world presents several opportunities." Said General Jarrus Co Ralius, commander of the Glorious Imperial Army that invaded the other world.

And his observations weren't wrong. He saw that this world kept vast riches such as gold, iron, copper and silver. Their men possessed a strength that will be useful to them as slaves. Yet despite this, he also observed how these people were like sheep, running away at the first sign of a wolf.

"Perhaps it is because this land has experienced such economic prosperity that these people are cowards." Thought Jarrus.

A young soldier then ran to his horse.

"Sire, what do we do with this monument?" The young man asked.

The Monument he was referring to was a statue of a man, probably a revered ancestor, a magnificent leader or maybe even a prophet. Behind the statue was an obelisk. On top of which was a flag. This flag, he saw, had a Triangulus, a shape rarely used in a flag, on the side closest to the pole. It had 4 colors: Blue, Red, a White Triangle and 3 Yellow Stars and a Yellow Sun in this triangle.

Jarrus knew that this monument had value to these people considering they sent powerful mages to defend it.

"Bring it down." Were his exact orders.

These words are what will bring pain and suffering to the Empire which he serves.

At Intramuros...

Lieutenant Ricardo James Sarmiento, or "RJ" to those who knew him, is an officer in the Philippine Army. However, on the day of April 15, 2027, he was on leave. More specifically, he was headed to a nearby mall to get a Comic Book for his Nephew. Up until that point, he thought his day was gonna be simple until he got of to transfer Jeepneys at Intramuros. That was when he heard the first Wyvern that came to Earth.

Little did he know, Men were exiting a structure in front of Luneta Park. Men in what appeared to be Ancient Roman Armor, Armed with Spears, Swords, Bows and Shields. Some riding on Horses. That wasn't even the bizarre part. At the front of the Luneta Monument, in front of a large Roman Temple, were those men accompanied by Orcs, Cyclops, Pig Men and Dragons. At least that's what he later saw according to the description his nephew gave him a few days earlier about the comic he wanted.

Then there was a distinct sound of a Horn.

RJ turned his head to see a Cavalry Charge. The men who rode on the horses slaughtered innocent, unarmed civilians.

RJ ran to Intramuros where Reenactors were gathered. Luckily, during the Intramuros Reconstruction, the Old fort was given functional Cannons and, better yet, the reenactors were given functional Mauser Rifles with a stockpile of ammunition stored in the city. He then rallied the Reenactors to defend the Inang Bayan just like the men they were reenacting.

Meanwhile, at Roxas Boulevard...

"WHERE IS THE AIR FORCE?!" Screamed Corporal Jacinto Ramirez, Reloading his M416 Rifle as he and his unit attempted to stop the flood of "Romans" along Roxas Boulevard.

For the past few hours, he and his 24 Man Team were deployed from Camp Aguinaldo to help stop this "invasion".

"We called them 30 Minutes ago. I think they might need time to scramble." Said Sergeant Kira Domingo.

"Well they better get their asses up there or the Americans ain't gonna be happy."

Meanwhile...

President Magdano has been moved to the Presidential Security Bunker underneath Malacañang Palace. On the screen in front of her was the Commander of nearby Danilo Atienza Air Force Base, also the commander of the 15th Tactical Fighter Wing, Commander Iñigo Quezon.

"Get your Aircraft in the Air, Commander." Ordered the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces of the Philippines.

"Yes, Madam President. We are now making the final checks on the FA-50s." Replied the excited Commander.

"Well finish those checks and get those birds in the air."

"Yes Ma'am."

A Few Minutes Later...

"Atienza Tower, this is Hammer 1-1, are we cleared for Takeoff?"

"Atienza Tower to Hammer Flight,you are cleared for Takeoff."

"Roger that Tower."

With those words, 1st Lieutenant Edward Diaz pushes the throttle of his FA-50. As he does this, flames come out the rear of his Aircraft. The Plane zooms down the runway. Major Diaz pulls back on the plane's Side Stick Controller. Then, the South Korean built FA-50PH Philippine Eagle takes off from Danilo Atienza Air Force Base.

He is soon joined by 11 other Aircraft of the 15th Tactical Fighter Wing and the E-2D Super Hawkeye Airborne Warning and Control System (AWACS), Callsign "Overwatch". Overwatch then gave Hammer Flight and the other Aircraft of both the 15th and 9th Tactical Fighter Wings a Midair Briefing.

"Gents, at 11:45 AM, a strange structure appeared at Luneta Park. 5 Minutes later, Men in what appeared to be Ancient Roman Armor along with Cavalry, as well as mythical creatures such as Orcs and Dragons, exited the structure. As soon as they exited the Building, they began to attack. Our job is to assist both Army and PNP (Philippine National Police) Units as well as to clear the skies of any hostile air assets."

The entire flight replied "Copy That" as the Capital came into view.

According to Lieutenant Diaz after the Mission, parts of the city were in flames, Particularly around Luneta Park. From what he saw, the Enemy was pushing back both AFP and PNP Forces as well as establishing an outpost at Luneta.

As he and his flight flew over Manila, he saw, for the first time, the Dragons that were in the First Reports.

AWACS crackles over the radio. "Confirming presence of Hostile Air Assets. Hammer Flight, you're cleared to engage."

"Hammer Flight, Break." Said Lieutenant Diaz as he banked his Aircraft to the Right. He pointed his Aircraft at an Enemy Dragon and Armed one of his 2 AIM-9 Sidewinders. He saw that while the Dragon wasn't a jet aircraft, it was radiating immense heat, allowing the Sidewinder to Lock on.

The loud growl of a Missile lock comes into his headset.

"Hammer 1-1, Fox 2!."

The Missile flew from the wingtip of his FA-50. As soon as he released the Missile, he pulled up, narrowly avoiding smashing into the ground.

He looked over the right side of his Aircraft to see the AIM-9 slam into the Dragon, killing both it and its rider.

"Hammer 1-1 to Overwatch, Missiles Effective against Hostile Air Assets. How copy?"

"Solid copy Hammer 1-1. ALL AIRCRAFT YOU ARE CLEAR TO ENGAGE."

One moment there were no less than 50 Dragons. After the 24 Aircraft of the 9th and 15th Tactical Fighter Wings joined the fray, only 4 were still flapping their wings.

US Embassy, Manila

"What is happening?!" Thought Torsa La Feno, a Cavalryman in the Imperial Army.

He and his unit were charging at a small group of Men guarding an elegant building that must have had importance when all of a sudden, there was an explosion, a Wyvern fell from the sky right in front of them, and then they saw the enemy's "Wyvern", a beast that could fly faster than anyone Thought was possible.

While his unit was distracted, Men in Green snuck up on them and killed his horse and fellow soldiers with their magic staffs.

When he opened his eyes a few moments later, he saw the Men in Green and Men in Black pointing their staffs at him. Realizing that he cannot fight them, he surrendered.

The Invasion was repelled after 2 Days of Brutal Fighting with most wounds suffered by the Filipino Forces being slash wounds and arrows lodged into a limb or 2.

Arguably the most striking image of the Invasion was the defaced Luneta Monument. The famous statue of Jose Rizal, decapitated. The Sun and Stars that once stood on the Monument was replaced with the Dragon Wings of the Saderan Empire.

3 Days Later

"Hello and welcome to ABS-CBN News." Said News Anchor Julio Torres. "Tonight's top story: Today, 2 days after the Invasion of Manila, President Magdano made a speech at Malacañang Palace indicating the intent of the Government to explore the other side of the "Gate" that appeared last April 15 and to apprehend those responsible for the Invasion that costed the lives of close to 300 Civilians. Members of the Southeast Asia Defense Entente, or SEADENT, including Malaysia, Indonesia and Vietnam, all pledged to support the Philippines in this expedition. In the wake of this declaration, hundreds of people, primarily supporters of the New Philippines Party, or NPP, are protesting against the government, claiming it as the display of the Magdano Administration's "Imperialistic" plans. We now cut to Jude Romero in front of Malacañang."

The image then cuts from the experienced news anchor to a young Filipino Reporter outside Malacañang Palace.

"Thank you Julio. As you can see, there are protests occurring outside Malacañang Palace calling for the impeachment of President Magdano and her Vice President in place of NPP Senator Joaquin Yeo. The Philippine National Police is now on scene to prevent this protest from evolving into a rio…"

A protester threw a Bottle at the young reporter, trying to hit the Police.

The Manila Riots were instigated by an NPP Sleeper Agent in the crowd, instigating a riot that was put down by the police using Tear Gas and Water Cannons.

The next day, several people were injured along with a few police casualties.

After these riots, the police investigated the only death in the incident: Tristan Horano. They searched Horano's house to find documents from non other than Senator Joaquin Yeo and members of the NPP to instigate the riot. As a result, Mass Arrests were made in the Filipino Government, leaving several seats vacant. As a result, Snap Elections were held with a majority of winners coming from the Democratic Nationalist Party, President Magdano's Party.

Both the Riots and the Snap Elections delayed the start of the Saderan Campaign but by June 2027, 20,000 Filipino, Malaysian, Indonesian, Vietnamese, Singaporean and American Soldiers were gathered near Luneta Park, ready for the Saderan Campaign.

June 15, 2027

Luneta Park and the Surrounding Area was transformed into a Military Base. Hundreds of Vehicles were parked around the Monument, ranging from Filipino Magach 7C Tanks from Israel to American Apache Attack Helicopters. The US Embassy has become the temporary Command Center of the SEADENT Saderan Campaign Task Force (SSCTF)

"Welcome, Soldiers of both our own Armed Forces and that of our allies in SEADENT." Said President Magdano on a Makeshift Stage in front of the Gate. "2 months ago, an unknown force now known as the Saderan Empire has attacked Manila and killed 300 Civilians and attacked the US Embassy, killing Ambassador George Dirrell These deaths were unnecessary. So today, 2 Months after the invasion, you will be embarking on a Mission to find those responsible and bring them to justice. I now declare the start of the Saderan Campaign."

This was greeted with a massive applause from both Civilians watching the entire thing and Soldiers from the Philippines, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Singapore and America.

Next on the stage was General Victor Reyes, a Filipino-American and the leader of the SSCTF.

"Alright People." Started the 45 Year Old General . "As President Magdano has stated, we are now to begin the Saderan Campaign. Several Missions have been sent through the Gate in the last few weeks to perform Reconnaissance. They have brought back intel and images of an enemy base near our exit point, a Hill known to the Locals as Alnus Hill. Because of this, expect that we may get ourselves in our first Battle in the instant we emerge. Any questions? Okay. Let's move out."

Every soldier then got into their assigned vehicle. Infantry to their Armored Personnel Carriers and Humvees, Tank Crews to their Massive War Machines.

Lieutenant RJ Sarmiento was among these soldiers. Thanks to his leadership in the Defense of Intramuros, he has been promoted from a Second Lieutenant to a First Lieutenant and was awarded the Distinguished Service Star. Today he's in one of the AFP's new refurbished AMX-10P Infantry Fighting Vehicles from France. Around him were soldiers of varying Nationalities from Americans to Indonesians, Singaporeans to Vietnamese.

"Hey Lieutenant." Said a voice across from him.

The voice came from Corporal Jacinto Ramirez.

"I heard there are Catgirls and things out there. Think that's true?" Asked the Corporal.

"Why wouldn't there be Corporal." Replied Sergeant Kira Domingo

"Really? Now I'm excited." Said Corporal Greg Davis, US Army.

"First deployment, Corporal?" Asked RJ.

"Yeah." Said Greg. "I was gonna be deployed to Afghanistan but then this happened so now I'm here."

The AMX-10P's Radio cackles to life. "All units be advised, Allied Tanks are now entering the Gate."

"Copy that." Said the IFV's Commander.

5 Minutes Later, the AMX-10P starts moving.

Later on, those in the Vehicles would say that once you enter the Gate, it is almost complete Darkness. The only way they can see is through the Night Vision Scopes of the Vehicles.

Soon enough though, they exit the Gate and park between a Filipino Magach 7C and an American M1 Abrams.

"Move out." Ordered Lieutenant Sarmiento.

The doors opened and Lt. Sarmiento and Corporal Davis then stepped out of the vehicle and provided Overwatch while the rest of their team got out of the IFV.

"Last man!" Said Sergeant Domingo.

Everyone then got to defensive positions in case the enemy tried to attack.

"Got anything on the Thermal?" RJ asked the commander of the Abrams.

"Nothing." Replied the Commander. "But the ground is cold so it isn't effective. Although can you ask Mr Scopes over there to see what he can see?" Pointing at the modified AMX-10P's several scopes.

"Got it." Said RJ.

He walks over to the AMX.

"Lieutenant, check the IR Scopes. Thermal isn't effective."

"Copy." The AMX Commander Replied.

He jumps back into the Vehicle and checks the IR Cameras.

"I see movement but it's too small a signature. Probably local wildlife."

"I thought any wildlife would be scared off by the engines."

"Hang on, it seems like they're people." Said the Commander. He radioes Command. "Columbus, this is Hammer 2 Actual, we have possible sightings of the local populace. Are we cleared to fire warning shots?"

"Negative Hammer 2. Allied Mortars are gonna fire flares. Identify then."

"Solid copy. Columbus"

A few minutes later, the Mortars were set up.

"Columbus, this is Preacher Actual, we are set up."

"Copy Preacher Actual. Fire flares."

"Solid copy."

It was then that Night turned into Day.

In the nearby Forest, the Men under the command of Kallus La Fari stood up to see what kind of magic this was.

"BLOW THAT HORN." Ordered the General.

The horn was sounded and there was a Charge.

This charge was short lived however as in an instant, Assault Rifles, Squad Automatic Weapons, Designated Marksman Rifles, Heavy Machine Guns, Autocannons, Rhinemetall 120mm L44 and L55 Smoothbore Guns and Royal Ordnance 105mm L7 Rifled Guns spat thunder and explosions on the Imperial Forces.

The next day…

General Kallus was lying on the blood soaked ground on the Holy Hill of Alnus, several holes in his armor. And he was bleeding.

Around him, were the dead bodies of his men, their horses, the Monsters and their equipment.

He turned his head and that's when he saw them. The Men in Green. The ones responsible for this Massacre. From what he observed, these men carry long Black and Tan wands. No doubt that was these wands that produced the thunder.

The General then coughed blood. This got the attention of a Soldier with a patch on his left shoulder that had a Blue Circle with the lower right portion of shaded yellow. Bellow it were runes that resembled those found on ancient human settlements and the Elder's tongue, which he can read. These runes, he observed, spelled SEADENT.

The man in green looks at the injured general, shakes his head, and pulls out a small black object. He then mutters "Berehat dalam damai" then makes it rain thunder for the last time. And then, Darkness.

The Battle of Alnus Hill was the first battle fought by the SEADENT Saderan Campaign Task Force (SSCTF) in the Special Region.

While the main enemy force was killed, or massacred for that matter, at the start of the battle, there were still casualties on the SEADENT side. Most of them were slashes and stab wounds inflicted by hiding enemy soldiers during the Cleanup Operations.

Lieutenant RJ looks toward the horizon as the Sun rises, marking their first day in the Special Region. All around him, other soldiers of the SEADENT Saderan Campaign Task Force (SSCTF) were walking with him, scanning the battlefield looking for survivors. He picks up a helmet, a 5.56x45mm Round pierced through the metal, creating a clean hole.

"So much for a brand new world." Muttered the Lieutenant.

A/N

So…

After a list of complaints and a little bit of backlash, I decided not to get Political with this Fic and changed a few details with this chapter. Namely avoiding using names of real life politicians.