Arsenal Gear

7:42

Snake explained what happened to Kane to everyone else. They had to continue the mission. A looming danger was the fact they had the face mask now, which proved difficult to know who to trust. Snake was on B9 and called Raiden. Raiden arrived and they thought of a plan.

Snake: You got the directional microphone, right?

Raiden: Of course.

Snake: In about 18 minutes on B20, there'll be a meeting w/ Ocelot, and Candy Man. Find a safe spot and listen in. Otacon will be able to record everything they say.

Raiden: How long will it last?

Snake: I don't know. Depends on what they talk about. Just get there okay?

Use my card for access.

Raiden: Brings back old memories.

Raiden departed. Snake was ready to sleep, but tried to stay awake. Snake called Brandon.

Snake: What do you know about the MI face mask?

Brandon: Why do you ask?

Snake: You know more about it than I do.

Brandon: It's simple really. Get a picture of whoever you want to look as. As long as it shows their face, it'll copy. Upload it, put it to your face, and pretty soon you'll be a good clone of them.

Snake: It's like that one show.

Brandon: That was the inspiration for making it. Hence MI.

Snake: Clever.

Brandon: Why do you ask that?

Snake: You know Kane died right? He had the face mask, and the enemy has it now.

Brandon: Crap.

****************Raiden****************

7:57

Raiden snuck past the guards w/o much difficulty. His thermal goggles shown that each guard had dog tags, but wouldn't get them now. He found a ventilation duct, an agents best friend. He made it through okay, but was the only place to hear in on the meeting between Candy Man and Ocelot. They entered, w/ Raiden listening in. Ocelot had his trademark hair and mustache, while Candy Man was seen clearly this time (think Edward Burns.)

Ocelot: Did you I.D. the imposter?

Candy Man: Yeah. He's Roger Kane. Ex-Navy SEAL and ex-FOXHOUND. A relatively normal guy socially. Developed several toys for us back in the day.

Ocelot: Any reason why he's here? Or who he's w/?

Candy Man: You killed him before we could get any interesting. You know he's w/ Snake, and probably that side-kick of his.

Ocelot: Otacon.

Candy Man: I'm talking about Raiden. It was a bad idea of the Patriots to kill his wife. The less agents the better.

Ocelot: Don't tell me you're afraid of them.

Candy Man: Don't insult me like that again. The "soldiers" find Snake yet?

Ocelot: They haven't found him yet. Must've been anticipating it.

Candy Man: How'd you find the gear? Most of it perished.

Ocelot: Fox got the gear.

Candy Man: Can you trust him? He took your hand.

Ocelot: In a matter of speaking, he did. But we both have things we need and wouldn't last long w/o them.

Candy Man: And they are?

Ocelot: I'll tell you some other time. Where's Mikhail?

Candy Man: Outside the door. Come in.

Mikhail: Yes, brother?

Ocelot: Did you get Raiden?

Mikhail: We couldn't find him. He's too good.

Candy Man: You're in for it now.

Ocelot: Too good? Even Solidus caught him, and he's dead.

Mikhail: But Solidus was killed by Raiden.

Ocelot: That's beside the point. Solidus was chasing an impossible dream. Yours is easy.

Mikhail: Why don't you go find him then?

Ocelot: There's too much stuff going on for me to find Raiden. That's why I chose you to kill him. That's your mission.

Mikhail: On another note, what will you do about the face mask?

Candy Man: I'll disguise myself. I'm more convincing than the Halloween mask guy. Besides, I'm experienced in using that type of gizmo.

Mikhail: Why's it so cold in here?

Ocelot: Someone's probably listening in. We'd see their breathe.

Candy Man: Where should the babies be stashed?

Ocelot: I don't care. Just tell me where later on.

Raiden was stunned by this comment. He broke his vow not to breathe during the conversation. Mikhail noticed this and shot at the ceiling overhead. Raiden fell through and landed on the cold floor. W/ barely any time to react, Mikhail kicked him square in the gut. He felt the pain all over. It propelled him into a nearby wall, with his back hitting it just as much as the kick in the gut. Mikhail knocked him out w/ the butt of his gun to Raiden's face to knock him out.

Mikhail: Mission accomplished, Shalashaska.

***************************Otacon*********************

Otacon: What happened, Raiden? Answer me! Snake, respond!

Snake: What?

Otacon: I lost contact w/ Raiden. Can you check it out? He's on B20.

Snake: I gave him my card. I can't get there. What about the tracker bug you put on everybody?

Otacon: Good idea. Let me see…says he's on B23. Tell everyone else.

Snake: Got it.

***************************Tyler*******************

Tyler was on B19 when he received the call from Snake about Raiden. People were being captured/killed right and left. Tyler had known Kane for several years. Last reports said Raiden was on B20, so that's where he was headed. When he arrived, a guard was talking on his radio.

Guard: Transfer of prisoner 1138, subject Raiden complete. Awaiting orders.

Radio: Stick to your patrol route. Watch your back: more intruders are expected. Don't disappoint us.

Guard: Yes, sir. (Clicks off radio) Crock of shit.

Tyler: Freeze asshole!

Guard: Are you gonna shoot me?

Tyler: You better believe it.

Tyler shot his wrist, and kicked him in the groin for fun. The guard screamed out in pain, attracting many other soldiers. Tyler ran away, and hid in a room. The soldiers laughed when they stared at the hurt soldier. Several cries were heard, and several gunshots. A few seconds later with gagging. Tyler tried to look, but several objects were blocking his view. When the screams ended, Tyler slowly came out and peered in the corridor. Several guards were once again dead.

Tyler: I see a running theme. What the hell is that?

2 soldiers were on their knees. Tyler couldn't see who was talking to them, but knew the soldiers were scared out of their wits.

Soldier #1: I don't know where he is!

Tormentor: Fine. Kill him.

Soldier #1: Wait don't do this!

Someone grabbed him and pulled him away.

Soldier #2: I know where he is! B27!

Tormentor: You sure?

Soldier #2: Yes! I'm sure!

Tormentor: Bring him to me.

Someone grabbed him and pulled him away like the previous soldier. Choking sounds could be heard from his position.

Tormentor: Go find him.

Other man: Yes, king.

A gunshot was heard and a body hit the floor. The elevator ascending was heard not far away. Tyler jumped out and aimed in the direction of the tormentor. No one was there. Whoever the dead guard was, his radio was still on. The man on the other end was trying to contact him. Tyler took this opportunity to talk.

Tyler: Yes?

Radio: Good, it sounded like you were forgetting your orders. Report to B27.

Tyler: What's happening on B27?

Radio: Candy Man is setting up a trap. He needs our assistance in it. Just report to B27.

Tyler: Roger that.

Tyler calls Snake.

Tyler: Listen there's something going on soon.

Snake: Tyler, we can't talk for a little. Someone's tapping our Codec calls. Bye, Tyler.

Tyler: Wait, just-

Snake disconnected his call.

*******************Snake******************

Snake was with Otacon when Tyler called. Otacon traced him to B20.

Snake: Who do you thinks tracing our calls?

Otacon: Most likely Ocelot. But he doesn't know where we are right now.

Snake: How'd you find out?

Otacon: Took some time to find out on Arsenal's network.

Snake: Worth it, though. Any time you know when we'll find out?

Otacon: I don't even know if we will find them. Where's Tyler?

Snake: B20. Just talked to him. You think Raiden's been captured?

Otacon: He has been captured. Anyone else know?

Snake: Yeah, just told Brandon and Tyler.

Snake proceeded to B12. It was nothing but a large hallway with 2 doors, and a catwalk above. Snake left for the first door within sight and saw 3 crates were present. He entered.

BAM BAM BAM!

Snake: What the hell was that?

Snake left for the outside and saw Tyler running away from soldiers. They had shields on and assault rifles. They didn't notice Snake, but Snake tossed in a grenade as they were passing by. They flew forwards by the impact and others now noticed Snake. Tyler came back and shot them in their heads from behind. Snake and Tyler killed the guards.

Snake: What took you so long?

Tyler: Stuff. Where is Raiden?

Snake: Probably on B27. I doubt he's been captured.

Tyler: Yeah, same here.

Snake: Where's Otacon?

Tyler: Don't you know?

Snake: Forgot.

Tyler: Around.

Seizing his opportunity, Snake kicked Tyler right in the stomach. Tyler tried to fight back, but Snake overpowered him. He left him lying against a wall, and held a gun to his face. Tyler appeared dazed, and Snake ripped off the face mask, knowing it wasn't Tyler. He was revealed to be Candy Man.

Candy Man: OW! Cracked my ribs you fucking asshole!

Snake: Wouldn't imagine an agent like you would whine about a few cracked ribs. Where's Ocelot?!

CM: Like I'm going to tell you.

Snake: Tough guy, huh? How about a shot to the legs?

CM: Sure. I don't mind. Go ahead, kill me. I imagined my life wasn't worth living if I was gonna die in this hellhole underground.

Snake, loving this opportunity, shot Candy Man in the face with the Socom. It hit him in the forehead. A clean, smoking bullet hole formed on his forehead. Snake left for the elevator when he noticed large doorways were covering the elevator, often called a blast door. The other doors quickly followed suit. From the catwalk, he noticed 2 soldiers leaping from the walkway. They had a variety of weapons, and had an ominous, familiar figure. They were followed by several more guards leaping from the top until there were 11 of them surrounding Snake.

Arsenal Tengus.