Guest: Normally, Nod scientist tend to innovate themselves making new weapons for the sake of power and counterpart, this is proven on how they have increased their technology during the TW4 (AWESOME CYBORGS BUT LAME GAMEPLAY). During the TW3, TCM's, Lasers and Twin RPG's have been always chosen for Anti-Armor so the answer for now is I don't know, It is still day one for the Atlas-Nod War.
Shadow Marshal: Yes the picture is the Emblem of the Black Blades and I own it by the way. Well I hope still liked the last chapter even though it was short. Thank you for that.
Rectha101: The SDC Incident (Which was exposing SOME of their dirty works) did put some fall-off in the SDC's reputation towards the public but it wasn't enough to fuel the anger of both the Faunus and White Fang yet it was still an unforgettable. I'm actually having a hard choosing a superweapon for the AAF since Dust is the primary core of their armies and weapons. In fact, Orbital-technology is fiction for them, at least I'm trying to a little realistic here or more-canon. But yeah, it's obvious to all fans and readers that Nod loves playing with their enemies, especially in the media so expect some of those things later on.
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AN: Was my last chapter acceptable guys?! I hope it did because I just wanted some of the militants to have a screen time in the story, especially the Scorpion Tanks. Thank you so much for reading this far. I sure do hope you'll love this more complicated chapter because I tried to be descriptive as possible in the later scenes.
As of now, I'm trying to create a super weapon for the AAF since it's unfair for me to make Nod OP. Since I stated that in my universe that Dust and Tiberium are complete opposites and destructive if combined, I have to be careful from making accidental chain reactions. If anyone of you here has ideas about Super Weapons for the AAF, please do leave that in the Review Section but take note that the Superweapon must solely rely on Dust and is NOT ORBITAL-BASED, NOT NUCLEAR OR ANY EARTHLY RELATED...THINGS. With the SDC in their cooperation, it must be Dust-based.
Oh by the way! You people should consider playing C&C TW if you haven't, most of the Units abilities will be used here so you should be well aware of every units capability or else, you won't understand what I'm writing. Also, in the first part of the chapter, Starting now I decided to make some brief flashbacks of Gryle's Shadow days and her early commander days. I hope you Enjoy. I'll explain things later on how this war works. So YEAH! Talk to you guys in a moment and let's get on with the story.
DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN ANYTHING FOUND IN THIS STORY EXCEPT FOR SOME OC'S AND THE PLOT.
WARNING: THIS STORY WILL CONTAIN WRONG SPELLINGS AND GRAMMARS ALONG WITH GORY SCENES AND OTHER MATURE CONTENT YOU KNOW.
-SFX-
"Talks"
'Thoughts'
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(Flashback)
During the Firestorm Crisis. We see a very young Gryle, not armed with her LTBK since it wasn't yet forged at this time. She was currently wearing a Shadow Cameo without her helmet so her long raven hair was free.
"Brother Slavik, if there is someone to take care of Nod, it's you" Gryle said to the blonde Nod General Anton Slavik inside his personal MCV. Here Slavik still being hesitant of talking in front of his fellow Nod Generals. From what he heard, reports that Kane perished and the entire Brotherhood was literally in split. He and the remaining royalists along with Kane's most loyal and trusted agents (Gryle's old Team) stayed in a secret base in Europe.
'Have Gryle finally grown a heart…maybe it's him' Slavik thought. He knew Gryle never minded any of his 'businesses' and was only ordered to 'cooperate' with him but she meant no disrespect for she really is cold-hearted and mute…sometimes.
"That's rare coming from a person who is viewed as the daughter of his eminence" Slavik said bluntly to the shadow as Gryle just responded with a cold glare.
"All I'm saying is, Stella's father didn't make you as the heir of the Black Hand for nothing" Gryle said. Moments of silence have passed, Slavik sighed.
"Very well, I'll talk to them…As for you, I'll have you and my commander do something for me"
"And that is"
"I want you to reactivate CABAL"
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Location: Atlas Embassy/Upper class district
"This is Sabotuer Bravo, CCT's offline, you got 30 minutes before their back" informed a saboteur through the radio. Apparently, a Saboteur AGAIN infiltrated the Cross Continental Transmit Tower and was required to hack through the new system they set after their first infiltration. The Saboteur disabled communications with the other Kingdoms including the Vale council.
"Copy that, all units, operation is a go" A shadow along with other 3 behind him said as they jumped off the building and flew with their gliders. Across the streets to a rather large iron gate is the Atlas-Vale Embassy that had a wide grassy courtyard with one guard post outside the brick wall. Squads of Black Blade militants went for the silent kill at the guard and climbed over the perimeter walls then started to separate in groups trying to seal off every entrance and exit.
The retro-designed building of the Vale-Atlas Embassy stood tall inside the walls of Vale. It was pass 12:00 AM or so, an hour after the Port Incident, people should be in their bunks right now enjoying their time in dream state. Apparently, just an hour after Gryle reclaim her overall command to her forces, she initiated an operation to infiltrate and annihilate the Atlas delegates and its 'other-kingdomly' soldiers at the Atlas Embassy and Outpost where they have stolen Airship Blueprints.
In one of the hallways of the Embassy that where silence flew through the atmosphere, two Atlesian Guards stood for three hours and was bored as hell. He was about to talk to his fellow guard until a glass-breaking sound boomed off as shards of glasses fell from below, they turned up to see Four figures jumpsuit armor and red-glass helmet armed with two handguns each. Due to their shock, they we're too late to reach for their weapons as they fell dead from bullets.
Sadly for the Atlesian's who are living in Vale. The Embassy and the base came under attack as militants and a squad of shadows fought against the guarding forces. Gunshots can be heard through the halls of the embassy building as the two sides clashed and troopers we're silently murdered in their slumber at barrack's.
-BANG-BANG-BANG-BANG-BANG-BANG-BANG-
A firefight broke all over the hallways as Atlesian Troopers we're trying to defend an oversized wooden door behind them while Militants from the other side of the room we're laying relentless assault fire towards the Atlesian hiding behind brick debris and tables.
"There in the hallway!" shouted an Atlesian Trooper to his squad.
"Q-11 respond! Q-11 do you-BANG-"
"Men down!-SLASH-" The other Atlesian Trooper was also cut off as Shadows with unsheathed LTBK's came from above performing air assassinations. As they cried in agony, they we're mercilessly cut down into chunks on the floor.
Inside a rectangular room filled with blue and green holographic computers. Stood the Atlas Delegate with Atlesian Troopers standing in attention.
"Sir! We've lost contact with N-74, left hallways has gone dark" An Atlesian Guard informed, no one even noticed he stood calm and composed in the report.
"Door 21's been breach!" The other informed with panic in his voice.
"What! Get me the council now!" The Delegate said.
"Yes sir…Connecting to Cross Continental Transmit system…Sir it's not working" said the computer operator. But before the person in charge could react.
-BANG-
Two of the guards suddenly brought out their pistols and shot their fellow guards on the head. The others we're startled at this, there reaction time was too slow so they we're killed in the process as 3 Shadows Ops entered simply by the door with their Dual pistol out and cleanly yet mercilessly slaughtered the rest while slicing some into pieces. The ones who survived tried to fight with their batons but was no match against the close-combat experts.
Some of the workers and operators that weren't killed in the fight we're restrained and begging for mercy and screamed at the Nod Followers.
"For Dust Sake Stuart, you're one of them!" The delegate exclaimed in horror as the Mole in disguise removed his HUD Helmet and held out a smirk.
"I have learned amazing things from the Brotherhood. We. Are. Everywhere." Responded the traitor with a mischievous voice and grin.
"Do your business" said one of the shadows to a Saboteur with them as he nodded and went to one of the computers.
"You traitor! You think a mere organization can win against Atlas!" The delegate yelled at the said traitor as they just laughed.
'Blind Fool, Atlas isn't our only enemy here' a shadow thought.
"Arrogance is the key to Victory brother. You underestimated us, now lives will meet their demise" answered the traitor.
"I'm done, all data records and Archives destroyed" The Saboteur informed and the Shadow leader nodded in response.
"Mission accomplished commander" A Shadow said.
"Well done brother. Have you finished the rest off"
"Not yet commander"
"No witnesses, don't disappoint me" Gryle responded half-threatened through the comms.
"Yes Commander" said the shadow and the line went off.
He looked at the hostages. They all held scared faces fearing for their lives, he then turned to his comrades and tilted his head towards them. The Shadows then all aimed their weapons at them as they held horrified looks at their move.
"Payback is a must" The Shadow coldly said as he squeezed the trigger.
"Wait!-BANG-" The delegate was cut off as a bullet rippled out his brains out and the others screamed before meeting lead in their faces and workers.
"We're all clear, time for evac" Everyone nodded and passed through the dead Atlesian Troopers.
Outside the main building, in the dark corners of the burning concrete, a certain White-haired Bat Faunus in simple black jacket walked plainly by the parking lot.
Moments later, Jumping over the concrete wall and landing in the other side, the girl held out her right hand to her ear and spoke.
"Buildings clear. Light up the fireworks Alpha 4" said a Shadow through her comms.
"This is Shadow Alpha 4, beacon secured" said the cold voice of Shadow Operative Maho to someone in the comms. She planted beacons in 4 different location around the embassy.
"Roger that, relocate to coordinated 44.01-72.19 for evac" Responded another officer through the comms.
Just outside the walls of Vale. We see about 15 Specters still in mobile mode formed up by the tree line. Moments later, hissing sounds can be heard as four steel-rods and legs extended out of these vehicles and their guns turned to about 20 degrees vertically. Shells we're being load up inside the vehicles.
"Fire!" Came the order from Black Hand Trooper.
-BANG-BANG-BANG-
The area was overwhelmed with the sounds of thunderous explosions as every Specter simultaneously and relentlessly fired their colossal size cannons. The sound of artillery guns was spectacular and amazing, the series of explosions and volleys of cannon-firing were both overwhelming and loud. Yellow shells invaded the sky, flying far enough to reach its target.
"Hana's POV"
On the top edge of a 6-floored building, I stood watch as sirens from Ambulances and Fire Dept. Bullheads head towards the burning embassy in the orange-glowing distance. I took my time 'observing' the burning area as Citizens went out to the streets and looked at the sky due to the thick smoke despite being late night. A part of me thought that the operation was uncalled for, especially for the explosive part. But I was merely following orders, I would never want to question Gryle's decissions.
-Thump- I then heard a footstep behind me. Instincts would have made me brought my weapon out and aim at the stranger but I held it.
Finally, my objective was here. I am to meet a shadow assigned by Commander Gryle herself to assist me in Vale while she deals with the situation with Atlas. I looked behind me and saw a white-haired girl who seemed to be a Bat-Faunus carrying a large rectangular briefcase, probably her equipment. I was taken by surprise when I saw her emotionless face. Somehow her face was close to being like my race, the Japanese and she still she looked Asian even though she's really not. Though yes, I've heard a race in Remnant resembling the form of the Asian race, one proof is one of Commander Gryle acquainted friends in Beacon simply named as Lie Ren, according to Gryle, he uses last name basis and has the traces of a Korean or Japanese.
"Shadow Alpha 4 Maho Kazehana reporting Priestess Hana" said the Shadow now known as Maho in respect. Even her name had the similarities of Japanese people but her accent was almost American and her voice was cold as Stella Ravenshaw's.
"Welcome sister, I assume it's your first time in Vale" I said to the Shadow as she nodded.
"Yes, But I learned and memorized the entire map of this kingdom" She responded not changing her tone.
"Very well, you'll be working with the Sect…for now" According to the Commander, Maho is a former mercenary on her journey to find a purpose. Instead of being a Huntress, she joined the Shadow Ops by the personal suggestion of the Commander, I know what she means if she says Maho's good.
"Will I be assigned to a new Squad of Shadows" Maho asked. Unfornately, all shadows are to report back to Central Vytal for briefring so she's the only one here for now.
"No…You will be working with alone"
"I see, I'm at your disposal priestess" Maho said now with a cold yet determined voice. A bullhead then rosed from behind me and opened it's hatch door revealing Militants inside.
"Is it wise for you let such aircraft to appear in public" Maho asked me. I also asked that myself, according to Gryle and Saboteurs hacked info's and data files. Air traffics don't exist in Remnant despite having Dustplanes and Overly large airships, that's actually good news for our pilots stationed in the south for they will fun dominating the skies during breaks. It was proven during her first encounter with Roman Torchwick and the infamous Black Queen Cinder in their usage of a Bullhead.
"Maho's POV"
Encountering the Confessor Priestess Hana, leader of the Sect of Nod Intelligence was rather dull. I somehow noticed that she held an observative look towards me during our introductions. Unlike other male Confessors, her Confessor armor was more slim and noble, behind her also is a cannon looking rifle glowing red. I think it was a smaller version of the obelisk cannon from Avatars, I then concluded she had strength to carry such caliber.
Vale, being here of course gave me slight mixture of excitement and nervous. Back in being a mercenary lost in the wilds, I never actually have entered any of the Kingdoms in Vytal. I mostly only travel from village to village in the nomads.
By the order of the Commander, I had to be knowledgeable of the Kingdom before I leave my squad and take an Armageddon to pass our borders then aid the priestess during her absence in Vale.
"I mean no disrespect to your heritage sister, but may I ask a weird question" A militant beside asked me with curiosity. I turned to him and replied.
"What is it" I responded with an icy voice trying not to be cold or annoyed as possible which wasn't working.
"Do you suck blood?" Such weird question coming from a curious person but I don't mind at all.
"No, I just inherited sharp teeth's from my ancestors" I answered.
"I see, sorry for asking that weird question" said the militant with a 'pleased' yet apologetic voice.
"It's okay, I don't mind" I replied to the militant and nodded as I just held a blank expression.
We finally arrived at the edge of town and there seem to be a makeshift landing pad for the Bullhead. It was an abandoned district of the kingdom. The guards we're disguised as poor or homeless people but behind those face we're well-trained militants. They we're merely scouting and guarding by just walking and sitting as if there were nobodies. We passed behind an abandoned Foundry. The ground begun to lightly tremble as hissing sounds can be heard and the path in front of us revealed an entrance to an underground facility.
I entered and found the Sect of Nod Intelligence to be rather big. The installation was a combination of papers and weapons. Forces of the Black Blades stood in wait below the streets of Vale, it was the case of sudden chaos appearing in Vale or Transgression towards the Nod Populace secretly living in Vale.
I was then guided to where I will sleep for the rest of my days here in the Sect. It was rather simple but comfortable facility for me, they even had hot showers. After taking a shower, I wore my leather black long sleeves jacket and pants then went to the Priestess's office.
"As you can see, they are numerous entrances here in the Sect, either from sewers or the main entrance. Each area is guarded by a squad of undercover militants" The confessor priestess explained.
"Thank you, may I then be curious to know the rest of my objectives here Vale" I simply asked.
"Curious are we, very well. Other than aiding in my 'works', you are to handle assassination contracts for Commander Gryle along with dozens of infiltration missions" Hana said and continued her explanation.
"Your contracts are handled by our Brother named as Tuckson, currently managing a Bookstore in the Commercial District. He will be meeting your contractors and inform you of your designated targets"
"I see, what kind of targets I am actually going to kill"
"Most are Corrupted Nobles and traitors to Justice, but I can't promise that your race will not also be added on the list. The commander also bid you to chose your targets wisely, don't harm the innocent as you keep your identity hidden"
"Understood, when shall I depart?"
"Until dawn, I'll send the location of Tuckson to your Scroll later"
"Then I'll be off now"
"Wait, the commander wanted you to have this" Hana handed me a wrist device. It was a small device that was supposed to be put on my wrist but I still had no knowledge about abilities the device. I stared at Hana for answers.
"That is an Optical Camouflage Module, it is to render you invisible in an amount of Kane knows how long if you stay still but it's modified like the Commanders, you can run or walk or even fly while activated" She explained. This was rare, these modules we're only exclusive to Nod's cherished Commandos, but the commander had faith in me and decided to give me one.
"Thank you" I thanked.
"Have a nice day Maho" Hana said before I left the room not leaving a reply. I left for my room and changed to my Shadow armor.
I was finally out of the base and was now standing on top of a building. I stared at the device strapped on my wrist for a moment and decided to test it. Upon activation, small pentagon shapes began surrounding my figures as a wave of blue electricity appeared on my curves, then I looked down to my body and was completely invisible but not intangible.
Taking advantage of the night and dark atmosphere in the kingdom. I travelled in the skies by using my glider and observe and speculate the city, just to assure that I won't be forever lost for it was my first time in this kingdom. The sect was on the other section of the river, perhaps they weren't able to build underground facilities in the lower districts, following the large river will lead me to Beacon Academy, the combat school my commander entered for a brief time. Most of the wall perimeters have pointy shaped towers but no Garrison seems to be patrolling at the moment.
I wondered how the battle in the north going on right now.
Location: 200 meters North of Outpost Embark
"This is Eagle Leader, moving in for close aerial support" Said an Atlesian Eagle pilot through the comms.
-BEEP-BEEP-BEEP-
"This is Eagle 2, I'm detecting over 30 Spike readings on my- Vampire!, Vampire! Vampire! –BOOM-! "
"Evasive Maneuvers!"
The dark sky was filled with Silver-painted aircrafts donning the emblem of the Kingdom of Atlas and Green glowing missiles leaving trails of white smoke where chasing this aircrafts. Explosions and yellow trails can be seen on the ground as Atlesian Knights in formation marched towards the cliff filled with T-shaped figures and black clad vehicles and warriors. Blue fireballs flew in arc as they landed on the Nod Defense Line and erupt like a volcano.
The battle for the outpost was still raging as clashing Nod and Atlesian forces battle in the desolated valley and mountain sides. The Atlesian Forces had numbers and air superiority but the Gatling turrets mounted on the cliffs we're decimating their ground Infantry while SAM turrets we're firing continues salvos of Tiberium Core Missiles at the Atlesian Eagles.
That was not all, Reckoners filled with Rocket Militants we're deployed on the ground combating the Atlesian Knights, Walkers, Crusaders and Eagles while Militants fought with their TRM3's from a distance and Confessors we're firing ruthless their Machine Gun fire towards the Atlesian line.
"Damn Nod Bastards!" A Trooper cursed firing his rifle like hell.
"Glory…to the Brotherhood!" A bloodied and injured militant yelled with a barbaric roar between breaths as he charged into the fray stabbing an Atlesian Trooper before getting caught at a sudden explosion, revealing him a Fanatic in disguise.
"This is our land! And we will defend it!" Cried a militant with his squad beside him providing unrelenting bullets to their enemies.
-BOOM-
"Atlesian Carrier incoming! Targeting our base!" A militant yelled pointing a one large Atlesian Airship from the distance firing long range mortar towards the defense.
"Hold my brothers! Seize their advance!" A confessor yelled with a powerful voice in the battlefield pointing at the advancing Atlesian forces then being followed by many war cries from his comrades fighting with battle-hardened spirits against the emotionless synthetics and confused Troopers.
Though the defending Nod followers we're outnumbered from about 4 to 1 from both armor and infantry, they are managing to hold off their advance and prevent any of them including aircrafts from passing the mountain behind them where Outpost Embark was located, despite their increasing casualties, those who we're a still alive knew they died with honor, with a purpose and for the greater good of the Brotherhood. Some of the Atlesian Troopers hiding behind Atlesian Knights using them as cover we're also taken back with their enemies sheer faith and tenacity in the face of death. They noticed that none of them showed signs of falling back or fear. They may find it weird that the Grimm didn't interfere in the fight.
"That's it keep it up, let those bots rip them off" An Atlesian Trooper said to his squad. They continued their advance towards the cliff and closer to their first line of defense. They had the upper hand in numbers but they we're also being decimated at the enemies guerilla tactics. Their speed was inhumane and they weren't f**king around.
The Atlesian Trooper then saw a black cylindrical shaped canister thrown into the nearby group Atlesian Troopers that was also near him, he moved in instinct and hid for cover. He heard the explosion and turned to see his comrades unharmed, he then paid attention back to his mission and continued marching with Atlesian Knight until a slug ripped through his chest. Shocked, he looked back to see his comrade aiming his weapon at him.
"What are you doing…-COUGH-" The Trooper said his last word to his comrade before coughing blood out of his mouth and fall dead to the ground. Unknown to the others, they didn't notice some of their comrades was causing havoc against their own ranks.
The scenery changes into a barren road as craters and explosions can be seen in the path. Atlesian Crusaders rolled down the dirt as they fired their famed dual cannons at the cliff where the Nod Turrets we're deployed. Shells landed on the cliff as rocks and dirts flied and Militants run for cover and Confessors rallying some of their brothers back to the fight.
"Taste this!" Out of nowhere, a Raider buggy driver jumped from a hill and landed to three nearby Atlesian Crusaders. Before the Crusaders could turn their guns toward the Nod vehicle. A burst of electricity erupted from the Raider buggy temporarily disabling all the vehicles near it as if they froze in place.
"Now!" a militant riding an Attack Bike yelled dropped from the cliff along with other 4 as they dramatically landed on the ground and fired tons of Anti-Tank missiles towards the stunned Atlesian Tanks, they took advantage of the EMP Burst giving them enough time to destroy the vehicles. The three tanks we're destroyed.
"Well done raider!" Complimented the militant as the Raider was back online and went to aid the defense.
Debris of Crusader Tanks can be seen in the valley, thanks to Gamma Patrol and Ian Lorde, the outpost was well-informed of this new armor-threat and this time, Attack Bikes, Raiders and Scorpion Tanks we're in groups fighting in a battle-plan, more coordinated and was now avoiding solo engagements against this Atlesian Crusaders but it takes teamwork and they had to stick with Guerilla tactics until Avatar Warmech reinforcements arrive. Any Crusader that was lucky enough to destroy a turret with his dual cannons from a distance would cheer but then stare in utter confusion as a new turret would again rise and stand tall from it old position and resume its purpose.
-BANG-BANG-BANG-
"Tck! They just keep coming" A militant said and gritted his teeth as he just wasted another mag from his TRM3 to a bunch of Atlesian Knights. While reloading, an Atlesian Knight landed inside his foxhole and tried to punch him. He just moved to the side and shoved the AK's face with the butt of his rifle. The Atlesian Knight lost its own balance. Using the momentum, the militant quickly unsheathed his LTBK and stabbed the downed robot by the neck and twisted it separating it in the process.
He quickly sheathed back his blade and picked his rifle. He then loud robotic footsteps.
-THUMP-THUMP-
"Wooah!" The militant exclaimed as he looked up and saw an Atlesian Crawler jumped over him.
The hard part for the Nod forces was these four-legged spider tanks called the Atlesian Walker. They we're fast like a raider and carry two times the fire power of a regular Scorpion Tank, and on top of that. They can jump! Really, really high! One got pass through the first line of defense and jumped over the cliff, unfortunately for the walker, it was instantly disintegrated or melted from a colossal sized red beam that appeared from a Stinger shaped building leaving nothing but a crawler without a torso and melted metal on its remains.
Focusing back to the militant, he looked back to the battlefield and it somehow awed him. It like back on earth all over again, not that he complained and enjoyed about the fighting part but the sight of a desolated land, the sounds of explosions and gunshots, whom soldier would enjoy the world without war. Then Vertigo sped off above him in low altitude and dropped a bomb at the Atlesian line.
For Erich, he was having a hard time. The Faunus Vertigo Pilot was the only Nod Air Force present at the time, of course he had a big advantage because of the Vertigo's Cloaking Ability but he had to temporarily disable it if he is to drop bombs against the Atlesian ground forces or take out Atlesian Eagles with its dual Spitfire laser machine gun, he still stood calm even though it's very risky. It is his first official battle, but he and her sister we're trained to have faith and boldly face any threat that breaks the peace. Without a wingman, his alertness and focus in battle doubled.
-PING-PING-
Atlesian Eagles we're chasing him as they fired their weapons at his Vertigo, he can hear his bullet being pinged off as his armor was durable enough to hold them off. The Black Devil turned his Vertigo in impossible and crazy maneuvers trying to shake off his chasers while the automated machine gun behind his aircraft tried to take down his chasers.
'Absurd, they plan to overwhelm the defense' Erich thought out as he caught a glimpse of the Atlesian ground force attacking the Nod defensive line. Returning back to the fight in the sky, he again activated his stealth device rendering the aircraft invisible and looks for a key advantage that would help his brothers in the ground.
They held only one objective. Hold off the Atlesian advance and wait for their 'promised' reinforcements from the City of AF3 along with the 23rd Black Wings before the Atlesian can discover the location of the northern outpost. Thanks to the Disruption Towers and it's cloaking abilities, it will take a lot of time for the Atlesian forces before they could even discover Outpost Embark.
The new day finally dawn as the sun rose from the other side of the mountain sending white-orange colored rays towards the battle, the fight finally halted as gunshots ceased and Atlesian Eagles turned and sped off towards the opposite direction.
"The dawn of war has arrived" A confessor said holding his machine gun staring at the rising sun. He then turned to the Militant behind him.
"Brother, I want a report of our number of our casualties and oppressors killed in this battle, also have provided to the commander" The confessor said to the militant beside him as he nodded in response and left.
"This is puzzling, the battle was one-sided yet they retreated, what foolish commander or vermin would commit such order if victory was within their grasp" said the confessor to himself with questioning voice as he looked below the cliffs where the remains of the first line of defense was positioned, staring furthermore, the carnage wasn't really bloody since the majority of the attack was Atlesian Knights still, the battle was merely a test of strength not like the fierce ones, he could tell that due to the fact that they retreated and they didn't encounter any Hunters or Mercenaries, the confessor knew that this individuals wields great and unique skills in their own accord. In fact, he wasn't the only thinking about the Atlesian retreat and details, hours past, Gryle also received the report and she did expect for the Atlesian Forces to retreat.
The Confessor looked back to his brothers behind who we're now tending the injured and repairing some of the remaining fortifications. Despite the damages, the might of the Nod Defense the obelisk of light was left unharmed and still operational. Kane knows how long they can hold out before reinforcements can arrive.
'Messiah, guide us till the very end' the confessor whispered. Is this really the promised land Kane had prophesized.
For Erich, it was a VERY tiring day for him. He did manage to annihilate a squad of Atlesian Eagles, despite being his first 'sudden' battle and day in the air, he boldly fought well against the enemy air force. His aircraft showed signs of damage as it were leaving small trails of black smoke as it flew and tiny sparks of electricity would burst from its exposed armors.
Luckily, he barely had enough fuels and ammunitions, he dropped 4 of the 6 bombs stored in his aircraft.
"I guess the Queen has made her move in Vale" Gryle said to herself back in the Temple's Command Room. Gryle was currently talking with Hana in the communications.
"So it seems, my spies are hearing bickers and murmurs within the premises"
"…Hana… If Remnant is a treasure trove for the Brotherhood. Are visitors always invited?"
"With the abundant resources along with the material called dust, our civilization are far more advance in terms the truth of life yet they managed to flicker a light in this dark world, I doubt that the populace wanted our interference. Yet…"
"Yet, we brought forth the blessing that was given to Humanity" Gryle finished for her.
Location: Skies of the Atlesian Fort
In the ground where a fortress with walls and armed towers that can withstand any Grimm attacks in the area stood in the desolated hill. Inside those walls are thousands of Atlesian Knights motionlessly standing in attention, hundreds of Crusader Tanks in garages and Atlesian Eagles on helipads. The sky was dominated with dozens of Atlesian Airships. One of those airships is the AAC Valkyrie, the flagship of the entire first and second fleet.
In the bridge of the Atlesian Airship, a brown-haired man wearing white military uniform donning the emble of the Kingdom of Atlas stood from his chair and in front of him is a large green holographic board where a live video transmission of General Ironwood is being shown.
"General, may I be blunt to ask on why did you ordered our forces to pull back" The Brigade General Henrick Thrawl asked Ironwood during the transmission.
"We have matters that seem to be more concerning than this expedition Thrawl" Ironwood responded disappointingly.
"I see, you'll be taking half of the fleet back to Atlas then"
"Yes, the first fleet has barely enough dust fuels to continue this operation. As for you, the outcome of this battle was rather…frantic to put it vivid. Thankfully, not a ship of the fleet was destroyed" Ironwood said. He was really shocked to the core when he read the reports of those who participated in the battle, it was almost impossible for him to believe the informations gathered from the enemy. Hooded soldiers wielding primitive yet effective weapons, fighting without hesitation in facing death and LASERS! How can a mere religious organization developed such foreign advance weapons. Of course he knew the White Fang had their own R&D and set several contracts from different Private Arms Industries except the SDC's Schnee Weapons Foundation for they we're already on their protection.
"For now, we have four military installations in Vytal General. I trust those men to meet battle as soon as possible"
"Eager are we Brigade General Thrawl" Ironwood said, he wasn't really concerned about the situation for he knew Thrawl was a Battle-hardened officer and Tactical Genius…sort of. So taking on a larger organization like the White Fang won't be a problem since Thrawl has half of all the Atlesian Fleet. But Ironwood was still concerned about Nod on how actually are they.
"You know me very well Ironwood"
"Of course, we have a festival to catch up. I want this organization gone for good before the Vytal Festival" But Ironwood was concerned more about the lives of the people in Remnant.
"After a While"
Location: Abandoned Warehouse/ Vale
"Neo's POV"
My mentor has to deal with problems in the far south. I was certainly left alone for myself for now, until the Sect will contact for any progression or changes of our objectives. For now, I wished I have spend more time with Hana and Chloe hanging out in the city.
To think that Roman was also clueless about Cinders 'Grand Master Plan' in the south east or the so-called Phase 2. Was he just puppet or a piece on the board but the question was…what piece is he is? Either way, the methods of Cinders progress was relatively slow and was relying on the cooperation on Roman and his mastermind skills. With him on Cinder's side, morale and commitment wouldn't be such a problem.
Cinder and her 'partners' shall handle diplomatic negotiations with the White Fang using her aura and influence to brainwash those forsaken blind Faunus, more or less the constant blaming they got from the Kingdom of Vale which was entirely our scheme, she will be using them like meat shields or pawns for the greater good. Such foolish organization, but with that foolishness, they reluctantly agreed in their terms for revenge and equality, thus ensuring the coming of the Third Crusade with the help of Cinder.
I stood beside Roman who was in front of his table where a map of the Kingdom of Vale was placed with red and black scrabbles or highlights pinned on it. He sighed in frustration and stress. I can understand very well from his perpective, after the failed heist and Cinder's sudden appearance. This next few months might be busy for him, that he will try steal every speck of Dust in this Kingdom.
"What a day, did Cinder somehow mentioned to you about her schemes" He said emphasizing a certain word, I shook my head as a reply and he sighed heavily again. He turned to the working White Fang Grunt that was lend to him, he looks at them as dumb animals like almost as dumb to a real animal which really irritated me sometimes and look in disgust which he won't ever notice.
"Neo, can you go buy me some coffee and…something nibble along" I just nodded at his request and teleported instantly in front of Katies Crust Café.
Location: Vale/Just somewhere in Beacon
Hours after the attack, we see Team Groovy without Gryle of course in the Cafeteria watching the television as some of the student turned their attention to it while others paid no mind to what was going on.
"Reports are over 60 members including the Atlas Security we're killed in the explosion. The terrorist organization that attacked the embassy is still unknown but suspicions appear to be pointed towards the White Fang and surprisingly not towards the third party known as the Brotherhood of Nod, investigations have reports that a mask of the White Fang was recovered in the 'accident area'. For now the citizens of the Kingdom of Atlas are intrigued of the attack but NOT at the 'supposed' conflict against Nod. The Atlas council have mentioned that they will just be dealing a group of fanatical terrorist and stop them in their religious movements in Vytal, proclaiming that it's not war but merely a hindrance. Furthermore, Brigade General Henrick Thrawl was said to be the one leading the expedition to the south with the 1st and 2nd Atlesian Air Fleet along with General Ironwood. No riots have been reported in the city of Vale but Faunus Civil Protest Ceremonies and Nod-Alliance Demands have been more frequent in high-class locations. The Council of Vale stated that they have plans to negotiate with the movement but with no signs of actually doing it and objects to give out more answers concerning the relations. The White Fang have never been heard of since this conflict started." The Vale News Network Reporter Lisa Lavender said through the Holographic Television.
-SMASH-
"Is that all! What won't they tell us everything" Yang angrily exclaimed smashing a wooden table in front of her cracking it in the process startling some students near them but paid no attention to what was happening.
"They don't want us to panic" Blake simply answered the Brawler.
"Panic?" Ruby asked.
"Yeah you dunce! It will be chaos if that happened, there's no telling a rebellion that could support Nod would rise in the streets of Atlas and Vale any time now" Weiss sternly explained putting a hand on her chin.
"I know that it's a big of a deal but how dire is it if a riot happens in Vale?" Yang asked.
"Do you guys remember the Park Incident about a year ago?" Blake said.
"Where the White Fang out of nowhere massacred both Human and Faunus during a Protest in the Vale Central Park, Yeah I heard that" Yang said in memory with a nod.
"In the White Fang they called it the Second Crusade. The operation was considered an act of attrition against those who oppress the Faunus protestors but it went horribly wrong when 'they' ordered to shoot in sight" Blake explained as the others seemed uncomfortable in hearing this.
"It was complete chaos after the incident. I could only imagine how Vale was frenzied during that day" Weiss said additionally.
"Blake, back when you're still with them. How much did they know about Nod?" Yang whispered and asked Blake. Blake paused for a couple of second before answering
"A week before I left the White Fang and came to Beacon. Our plan was to disrupt the Faunus Protests in the kingdom of Vale which I completely disagreed with. We we're already too late for we found out that Nod Followers have already loitered the undergrounds and infiltrated several high-occupations in Vale thus securing the entire kingdom as their influential territory and protecting the ceremonies...which I'm grateful with" Blake said.
"Do you think, Gryle would have allied with them" Weiss asked with concerns about the White Fang and Nod being allies. It had sense after all, The Brotherhood of Nod and the White Fang have the same concept of their perspective cause but they have differences in some ways. Still a potential threat nonetheless.
"No…I don't think so. They would only ally with the White Fang if they agree with THEIR terms" Blake said from what she heard from Gryle.
"Which is"
"Loyalty and Submission to their cause. From what I heard from Gryle, Unholy Alliances can only be accepted if it's Kane that bids them to follow" Blake answered that wasn't surprising for them.
"How can that be unholy?" Yang asked.
"Cooperating with a bunch of Faunus what they call 'heretics' and government or organizations that has fascism or hunger for revenge, is called unholy alliance for them" Blake said.
"You said organizations or groups right? What if…they cooperated with a person" Ruby joined with a slyly voice earning everyone's attention.
"What do you mean?" Yang asked turning her head to Ruby.
"I mean, Gryle said it's not right for them ally with the White Fang and the Council…but what if she has spies or peoples inside. You know those undercover detectives in the movies…do you think the White Fang could turn against themselves" Ruby explained.
"I…I have never thought about that, from what I heard Nod followers are EXTREMELY loyal to Kane and their cause. I never noticed once but what if what you say is true then…" Blake said.
"Then there certainly doing a good job working and hiding their identity as spies" Weiss finished for her.
'Even though they infiltrated both the Schnee Weapons Foundations and Dust Mining Group of the SDC, Gryle is still having a hard time gaining access sensitive SDC data files' Blake thought.
"Force Labor is where you are stripped from your freedom and strained to sweat for the rich, it's no different from Slavery" A flashback Gryle's cold voice rang in her mind. She was also worried for her teammate, after all, Weiss is still on Gryle's kill list.
"Look guys…We should all calm down. Remember, she said we shouldn't worry too much about her" Ruby nervously stated, Blake groaned in annoyance from her words and no one noticed it. But she was right, she did say that but her words didn't stop Blake and the others to worry about their teammate.
"Besides, she's stronger than any of us. I'm sure she can take care of herself, right?" Ruby continued as Weiss and Yang's eyes twitched at the praise. Both didn't really know how near or far her skills have gone but somehow the Brawler's and Heiress's pride seemed to be annoyed. They heard words from Ozpin that she can murder but didn't know how far can she go?
"Well, she got that hot Boyfriend of hers to play with. I hope he was mine" Yang said and murmured the last part with a mischievous grin as Weiss face-palmed and Blake sighed upon hearing while Ruby still being innocent.
Location: Temple of Nod
"Gryle's POV"
"-CRUNCH-MUNCH-MUNCH-GULP-…huh"
'No more cookies… –SIGH-' I sighed in disappointment.
I'm pleased to see my first set of operations went out smoothly. Nakita Koslov managed to convince Cinder Falls to cooperate with us for the time being, with her influence being the infamous 'Black Queen', it won't be long before the Hunters and the council would react to her appearance. The squad of Shadows along with Shadow Operative Maho and the artillery pieces I had sent for Hana I have sent to destroy Atlesian archives and 'workers' was a clean success.
Earlier, Atlas finally exposed their plan to the world and this was all-over the news.
The news was like a Lightning Rod summoned from the heavens throughout the Nod population. The Brotherhood of Nod had Faunus followers and soldiers that were angry, united and desired for revenge against Atlas after the attack on the outpost.
Thanks to them, the time has come. The Brotherhood is finally out of Isolation and it was time to show the true power and terror of Nod. We will begin to rise from the shadow to defend and conquer.
From my years of experience against the GDI in Orbital, Aerial and Ground Domination back on earth, I have never been so stressed and problematic right now yet I hid it in front of my subordinates. Though in Remnant, I achieved space superiority and a vast amount of advantages, I still had obstacles and each would give me advantages if such obstacle is paid.
One, the annoying ones, Hunters. Like Shadows and Commandos, Hunters are fast-pace fighters that tend to overpower their enemies with skilled combat and their unique craftsmanship. Though Vale is neutral and peaceful, Veteran Hunters or even new Hunters from Vale or any of the Kingdoms that joined the Atlas side would cause such disadvantage to my troops in the Frontlines, they can turn the tides and change the heat of battle in the time they find an considerable advantage to their approach, like much for a one man army commando such as Nate. I assigned enemy Hunters to be the First Priority Targets. Even if the Kingdom of Vale doesn't want to participate in the war, there are still Hunters eager to gain experience or seek financial payment or Pride.
Two, Vacuo. If Vacuo is conquered, then the Brotherhood would be in peril in achieving peace talks, it's the only Kingdom of the four we are allied with. I had to make sure Vacuo survives and demand them not to join the war. But if Vacuo falls, this would initiate rebels and resistance against the invaders and I would gain massive supports from the rebellion not only from Vacuo but the neighboring towns.
Unfortunately, the Atlesian forces built a makeshift port base in the neighboring continent just north of Vytal which was dubbed as the region of Rapt, making that continent a natural Aircraft Carrier to invade Vacuo.
Three, Atlas. The rampant Kingdom took a big step to our Gateways forcing me to put aside about the White Fang and the SDC for the moment. My first priority is disarraying the main invasion force then block the entire path to both Vale and Vacuo. Then it's either they leave the Continent or I'll kill them all.
Four, Grimm. Facing two enemies at once seems to be a decisive challenge as if I can't handle some berserk creatures and a technological army at the same time, it's kinda similar fighting both the Visitors and GDI. But still a threat, the benefit there is I can recruit on and convert Isolated villages and towns in the nomads by using the Grimm Infestation as an advantage to have them support our cause.
Things like these are so much to deal with. I had to be very careful, if I get reckless then I'll lose this war. Guerilla Warfare is my key-point for now, I had to gauge out my enemies strength before going on the offensive, unless Outpost Embark sends some info's about their forces. This world is based on the material called Dust granting Humanity Advance yet primitive Technology…and Magic.
Now inside the Command Room with my high-ranking officers. Discussing…things, just things military related like tactics and supplies. I didn't have to worry about supplies since I had unlimited production of Tiberium since I planted hundreds of Tiberium deposits in Menagerie, not to mention I can gather endless Dust thanks to the Tower Spike accident.
"So it has come to this" I said behind my breath.
"I want a status on the Outpost" I asked the officer.
"About 50 militias with the help of Turrets we're able to held off Atlesian-Knight 200's by dawn, estimated number is a thousand along with reported armored vehicles, walkers and airships" the officer replied.
"Situation is going to be critical in the next 72 hours, recommended to retaliate with the usage of Nuclear Arsenals commander" Legion bluntly said, he's an AI after all.
"Recommendation declined, I wish to know how powerful why proclaiming they're the strongest"
"Legion, I want all four Orbital Cannons to position into the southern hemisphere. Secure the Nuclear Site in the Temple. Build MCV's or Emissaries and reinforce all northern outposts as possible, Get me the captain of the NAS Deadlock on a secure line, after that I want to speak with Brother Grog privately"
"I want my officers to re-arrange and reconstruct my strike forces. I want two classes of Strike Force. One is the Anti-Grimm Strike Force for that will mostly consist of Black Hand Troopers, Flame Tanks and Rocket Militants dealing with interfering Grimm creatures during missions. Second are regular Strike Forces will be the backbone of our army and the main front liners of the Brotherhood"
"We'll be fighting in two fronts here, I suggest we both hold the defenses in Vacuo while we simultaneously engage landing Atlesian forces in the north" A officer said.
"That we will brother, as for the outposts reinforcements?" I said.
"Our response force along with MCV's are still halfway the travel commander but we already sent additional Scorpion Tanks and Militias via Carryall" Another officer responded.
"Alright, status of the First Fleet"
"Standing by in Vacuo defending its coastal borders commander" Legion said.
I had all my pieces ready in the board and as always…The white army takes the first move. I finalized everything after hours of army talks in the Command room and I didn't even noticed that dawn had finally risen.
"After a While"
Finally, all done. I had my plans ready now. All I have to do now is wait until our reinforcements to arrive in Outpost Embark and wait for The First Nod Aerial Fleet to make contact with the enemy in Vacuo borders.
I need a shower.
"Legion, take control for the moment. I'll go purify myself" I whispered and got up from my chair and went to my quarters.
"Yes commander"
***NOD INTELIGENCE DATABASE***
Overstaffed Research or Demand?
To: Commander Gryle Bane. Designation: Steelhead-Actual
From: Henrick Bronde, former head of the Robotics Division of the Schnee Weapons Foundation.
Firstly, let me state that you have caught every level of my respect for the zealousness and resolve of your 'brothers'. There is no finer and better than joining this brotherhood of Kane's had formed, especially with Dr. Zein, Eilla, Klieg and your research teams in Vytal. Let this new life of mine be a pleasant one.
As a part of my gratitude, I have linked all the locations of the AAF and SDC's major Robotics and Weapons Facility to your Personal EVA labeled as Legion. Though the main facility was classified and was only known by Mr. Schnee and Ironwood himself.
Take note that I also linked the location of the main Administration Headquarters of the Schnee Dust Company where EVERY detail of info is stored. Your longing for Retribution is at near.
Rest assured that I'm now within the safety and security of the continent of Menagerie or what you renamed Menagerian Red Zone. Yes, I had my first impressions with the Green Crystals and I'm awed to see a paradise of them.
I have major concerns about Atlas's most recent Enterprises, to hear A thousand men and women travelled half across the world to invade occupied lands of Nod, I am greatly intrigued what will be the outcome of this conflict and I concern the lives of both Citizens and Soldiers. To put it simple and very clear, I wish you retaliate with what you call Nuclear Weapons or the usage of the Orbital Obelisk Beam Cannons against the first wave of Invasion.
I'm sorry for speaking strongly against my superior, but with due respect and as your brother in faith. We cannot risk having the scattered villages and towns to be caught in the firestorm. Too many will die if this is to be continued for half a year. Predictions say that we have less than four months before civilian casualties will reach into a considerable number IF what Legion says is true.
My second concern, I'm regretting that I have made a nightmare. My personal prototype, QC-001 Designation: Penny is the first and only synthetic android that is able to unlock and acquire Aura. Luckily, I took all the data and blueprints of the prototype thus cutting Atlas from achieving Androids with Aura. I recommend you bring the prototype to me or destroy her.
I just wish you would end this war with the right thing, please do not take this as an offense to your decisions. Do the right thing Commander.
Sincerely, Henrick.
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BGM: League of Legends - Get Jinx (Can't think of any, sorry)
Outro: We see Coco carrying her Gatling gun in one hand while standing on top of mountain of dead GDI Zone Troopers and GDI Riflemen with horrored faces while sadistically smiling at her work while staring at the constant explosions popping in the sky. Her beret cap is replaced with a black one with an insignia of Nod and her Gatling gun is black painted than orange.
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AN: Alright the defense for Outpost Embark was actually based on the Imperial Assault on the Rebel Echo Base on Star Wars except it had no large walkers, it wasn't snowing but rather summer, less air fight and it was a combination of lasers and bullets. The first line of defense we're actually a group of militias and rocket militias fighting in foxholes like in Hoth while the second used the cliffs where combination of Gatling, Laser and SAM turrets we're mounted along with dozens of deployed Reckoners and one Obelisk of Light.
Alright now! Google the map of Remnant, if you guys see the continent in between the west and east regions of Vytal or on top of central Vytal. That is where is a large makeshift Atlesian Port where the first fleet and second fleet can resupply and refuel, located in the south of the continent and narrowest part between Vacuo's coast. I was planning an Aerial battle in Vacuo just like the Warplane Battles between the Germans and British so please if you want that, please let me know in the review.
Neopolitan: Thanks for the screen moment!
Coco: What's with the outro?
PixeliteMC: I just remembered Jinx from the League of Legends and I wanted you to have a screen time.
Coco: Well thanks for that, but I'm not a part of Nod.
PixeliteMC: It's just parody so you won't be but someone will be. Sorry if I made you sadistic there.
Coco: It's okay, where's Velvet again?
Velvet: -PANT- I didn't know you can do that with your tongue –PANT-.
Fredrick: -Smirks- Well you dared me to lick out the honey out of you.
PixeliteMC: Guah!-SPLAT-...-Died due to intensive blood lose-
Coco: -CRACK- HOW. DARE. YOU. –Brings out minigun-
Fredrick: Meep! –Starts running-
Nate: That confessor…-SIGH-. We thank you for reading the chapter and reviews would be really appreciated, PixeliteMC is asking you readers to give out some ideas on how this brief war would progress before Volume 2 starts. As what he said in the intro, he needs ideas for an Atlesian Super weapon.
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