A/N: Prelude to the Endgame Protocal, teaser of what is to come. I know some of you will get very excited over this...
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{ Interlude: The Unit... }
Pope Airfield. Fort Bragg, North Carolina
01:27 hrs...
Despite the late hour , Fort Bragg and by extension Pope Field was a buzz of activity. Several busses and troop carriers loaded with elements of the 1st Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division were transported from their Barracks on the base, to C-17 Globemasters that were waiting for them on the Tarmac. Despite the time of the year, the air was cold and reacted to the heat being produced by the large jet engines, as the men and women of the 82nd formed up before boarding each aircraft.
Just hours earlier, word had come down that President Mathews had given the green light for the 82nd to be deployed to the Special Region to take part in operations on the continent. Thus the "All American Division" would be heading to Falmart to assist elements of the United States Marine Corp, who had been deployed there for almost year. As well as other international partners for what was now called "Operation Endgame" by command. But of course, every singe member of the 82nd knew that their deployment to the Special Region would be like nothing the Division had experienced since it's establishment I 1921.
They did not know just what would be likely be waiting for them once they crossed over from Japan, it was another world after all and no amount of news reports could prepare them for just what they may encounter. They were basically going into a world of magic, dragons, demi-goddess and Princesses who were questionably named, yet they all knew that the only reason they were being sent it was because the situation in Falmart deteriorated.
Even more so, they would be working along side elements of the Japanese 1st Airborne Brigade and Indian Army 5th Battalion. Both of whom the 82nd had trained along side with in the past.
But as 1st Battalion got ready to board each aircraft, they were all completely unaware that there would be one last unit that would be joining them for this operation. One that specialized in missions primarily involvingCounter-Terrorism, Direct Action and most importantly... Hostage Rescue.
In one of the hangers, thirty men dressed in uniforms similar to those worn by those in the U.S. Army, sat at desks that had been arranged just for them that morning. Before them, was a white board that had several pictures of known high ranking members of the Saderan Imperial Court. As well as their names and positions within the Imperial government.
"I am guessing that all of you have had time too look over the documents that have been given to you." U.S. Army Colonel Derrick Westbrook addressed the assembled group. "If not, then let me just give you a brief run down on the situation. Twelve hours ago, the President and other world leaders agreed to enact the Endgame Protocol, as a result of a possible Coup that has taken place in Sadera."
The hanger suddenly went dark and soon the image of Prince Zorzal appeared before them. "This bastard right here is named Prince Zorzal and as of yesterday, self proclaimed Emperor of the Saderan Empire. He has taken power and apparently has built a base of loyal supporters around him, as well as eliminating anyone he views as a threat. Latest reports state that has also captured his sister and legitimate heir to the Saderan Throne, Crown Princess... Pina Co Lada."
"Her name's what?" one of the operators asked, as a number of his team mates chuckled to themselves.
"Yes... that is her name and believe me, I had the same reaction. Co Lada was captured by forces loyal to the Prince while on her way to speak to him." Westbrook replied, as the holographic image soon switched to that of a young woman with red hair and eyes. "As we speak, Coalition forces on the other side of the Gate are mobilizing for an full on assault in the Imperial Capitol. Their Objective would be to secure Sadera itself and prevent Zorzal's escape."
"And our Objective sir?" Another operator known as "Grinch" by his team mates asked.
"It has been agreed upon by Coalition leadership that we will be the ones to locate Prince Zorzal and capture him." Westbrook explained. "I have read his file and there are special places in hell for persons like him. But our orders are to capture him so that he can face justice in a court of law, that order comes from the Oval Office itself."
"As for the princess, sir?"
"We are to locate her as well, as she is legitimate heir to the Throne. Command has deemed her to be a VVIP and may hold the key to rebuilding the Saderan Government after all is said and done."
"Do we have any idea where she might be held?" Another operator, "Sandman", asked.
"Intelligence believes that she is currently being held in the Imperial Palace itself." The Colonel explained. "Once you arrive at Fort Ginza, you will be joined by someone who is familiar with the layout of the Imperial Palace and should have an idea just were Co Lada may be held. Her code name is "White Queen" and has worked along side other units over the last few months. All of whom vouch for her reliability."
"So basically, we will be storming the castle to save the princess?" Sandman said with a grin, realizing just how absurd their mission sounded.
"Basically. Now mount up and prepare to move out, your plane is waiting with your equipment."
"Yes sir!" The Special Forces team replied in unison, before getting up from their seats and heading off to grab their bags for the upcoming flight.
Twenty minutes later, the platoon made their way towards the waiting C-17 that would transport them to Japan. Just as Colonel Westbrook had said, six crates carrying their weapons and other equipment were currently in the process of being loaded into the aircraft. As well as four heavily modified "Ranger Special Operations Vehicles" which were on load from the 75th Ranger Regiment for this particular mission.
After final checks were made and everyone was accounted for, the rear ramp closed as the Globemaster rumbled towards the runway. Within minutes, all aircraft were Airborne and en route towards Japan.
Falmart was about to recieve a visit from the 82nd Airborne...
While Zorzal was about to recieve a visit... from Delta Force.
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Trivia!!! : The Ranger Special Operations Vehicle is a modified Land Rover Defender 4x4 used by Special Forces. I decided to have there "leased" to Delta Force just for this story.
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