Arrival
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we are now beginning our descent into Australia, please fasten your seatbelts, and make sure you're caught up on old reruns of 'Crocodile Hunter,' we don't want to sound stupid when we talk to the sheriff."
Everyone chuckled a little. They were used to Christine's happy-go-lucky personality, but for some reason, it seemed more appropriate this time. They all looked out the windows of the transport plane, and were awed by the sight of the beautiful Sydney skyline. Here it was, the middle of November, and it was late-spring, early summer weather in Australia. They almost forgot about the terrible situation they were about to be tested in. Hunter was lost in thought, as he tried to figure out how the hell they had ended up getting stuck, smack dab in the middle of a bad 1970's horror film. Rick and Dan were up front with Chris, Leon, Jill, and Rebecca discussing possible strategies. Claire and Billy were taking a separate flight, and would be there the next day. By that time, Alpha Team and Bravo Team would be out investigating these 'zombie' murders. Tiffanie, Liz, Alyssa, Joe, and Mike were checking supplies, making sure they had what they needed, otherwise they would have to make due with whatever Sheriff Townsend could supply them with. Britney, Stephanie, Jake, and Tabby were all sleeping, the long flight having taken it's toll. The faint sound of Britney Spears could be heard from the headphones worn by Brit. Nothing new there, since the light pop music relaxed her whenever she was nervous about something. Suddenly, the silence was broken by Rick's monotone voice.
"Okay everyone, listen up. We are now approaching the runway. When we leave the plane, we will meet with the sheriff and find out exactly what we need to know. Afterwards, we will split up into our teams, suit up, and start the investigation. The murders we are looking into took place at a campground located on the shores of Bentzen Lake. The Bravo team will take the northern area of the site, and Alpha will take the south end. The local authorities have offered the use of their choppers, so we will take them up on their generosity. At this point, we are only investigating, not engaging. However, if something happens, and any of us come face-to-face with these creatures, then aim for the head. As we know from the files on Umbrella and the HCF, that is the only way to destroy these things. Chief Redfield will be handing out some classified information regarding the types of creatures that were encountered 26 years ago. This information will also be given to Sheriff Townsend, and the park ranger that discovered the bodies. This way, they will also be informed. Now, relax and enjoy the last five minutes on the plane, because once we leave this transport, it's go time!"
*15 minutes later...
"Sheriff Townsend?"
"Yeah mate. And you are...?" The two men shook hands, as Chris introduced himself.
"Chief Chris Redfield, International S.T.A.R.S. These are my team leaders, Rick Kennedy of the Alpha Team, and my son, Dan Redfield of the Bravo Team. The rest of the teams are unloading our supplies."
"I'm glad you were able to get here so soon. I've been doing my homework, and I see that you were involved in the late 90's investigation of Umbrella, and the HCF. Is that what you think this case involves, Umbrella?"
"I'm not sure sheriff, but we do believe it has something to do with bio-weapons research. All the facts we've been given point to that realization. What we need from you, is a map, or layout of the area surrounding the crime scene. And if you could provide a guide or two to help with our search, it would be great."
"No worries, mate. I got the man for the job. The ranger who discovered the bodies is waitin' for us back at the station in Hessenauer."
Everyone finished gathering their supplies, and 20 minutes later, they were en route to Hessenauer Falls. Thirty minutes later, they arrived in town, and prepared to meet their guide. As they entered the station, which seemed like a small apartment compared to S.T.A.R.S headquarters, they saw a familiar face. The tension in the air thickened considerably when they saw who their would-be guide was.
"Hello Rick. Long time, no see."
Nobody said a word as they came face-to-face with former Alpha team leader, Ken Wood.
"Ladies and Gentlemen, we are now beginning our descent into Australia, please fasten your seatbelts, and make sure you're caught up on old reruns of 'Crocodile Hunter,' we don't want to sound stupid when we talk to the sheriff."
Everyone chuckled a little. They were used to Christine's happy-go-lucky personality, but for some reason, it seemed more appropriate this time. They all looked out the windows of the transport plane, and were awed by the sight of the beautiful Sydney skyline. Here it was, the middle of November, and it was late-spring, early summer weather in Australia. They almost forgot about the terrible situation they were about to be tested in. Hunter was lost in thought, as he tried to figure out how the hell they had ended up getting stuck, smack dab in the middle of a bad 1970's horror film. Rick and Dan were up front with Chris, Leon, Jill, and Rebecca discussing possible strategies. Claire and Billy were taking a separate flight, and would be there the next day. By that time, Alpha Team and Bravo Team would be out investigating these 'zombie' murders. Tiffanie, Liz, Alyssa, Joe, and Mike were checking supplies, making sure they had what they needed, otherwise they would have to make due with whatever Sheriff Townsend could supply them with. Britney, Stephanie, Jake, and Tabby were all sleeping, the long flight having taken it's toll. The faint sound of Britney Spears could be heard from the headphones worn by Brit. Nothing new there, since the light pop music relaxed her whenever she was nervous about something. Suddenly, the silence was broken by Rick's monotone voice.
"Okay everyone, listen up. We are now approaching the runway. When we leave the plane, we will meet with the sheriff and find out exactly what we need to know. Afterwards, we will split up into our teams, suit up, and start the investigation. The murders we are looking into took place at a campground located on the shores of Bentzen Lake. The Bravo team will take the northern area of the site, and Alpha will take the south end. The local authorities have offered the use of their choppers, so we will take them up on their generosity. At this point, we are only investigating, not engaging. However, if something happens, and any of us come face-to-face with these creatures, then aim for the head. As we know from the files on Umbrella and the HCF, that is the only way to destroy these things. Chief Redfield will be handing out some classified information regarding the types of creatures that were encountered 26 years ago. This information will also be given to Sheriff Townsend, and the park ranger that discovered the bodies. This way, they will also be informed. Now, relax and enjoy the last five minutes on the plane, because once we leave this transport, it's go time!"
*15 minutes later...
"Sheriff Townsend?"
"Yeah mate. And you are...?" The two men shook hands, as Chris introduced himself.
"Chief Chris Redfield, International S.T.A.R.S. These are my team leaders, Rick Kennedy of the Alpha Team, and my son, Dan Redfield of the Bravo Team. The rest of the teams are unloading our supplies."
"I'm glad you were able to get here so soon. I've been doing my homework, and I see that you were involved in the late 90's investigation of Umbrella, and the HCF. Is that what you think this case involves, Umbrella?"
"I'm not sure sheriff, but we do believe it has something to do with bio-weapons research. All the facts we've been given point to that realization. What we need from you, is a map, or layout of the area surrounding the crime scene. And if you could provide a guide or two to help with our search, it would be great."
"No worries, mate. I got the man for the job. The ranger who discovered the bodies is waitin' for us back at the station in Hessenauer."
Everyone finished gathering their supplies, and 20 minutes later, they were en route to Hessenauer Falls. Thirty minutes later, they arrived in town, and prepared to meet their guide. As they entered the station, which seemed like a small apartment compared to S.T.A.R.S headquarters, they saw a familiar face. The tension in the air thickened considerably when they saw who their would-be guide was.
"Hello Rick. Long time, no see."
Nobody said a word as they came face-to-face with former Alpha team leader, Ken Wood.