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Karin:...

... Yeah, it's getting dull here without Fuin...

The silent space that stood just on the outskirts of the orbit of Vanguard III ripped open. It first started as a small light, but grew in size. The rip grew vertically, forming a line that was the size of a planet.

Then, like a bag, it opened, its light blinding everything. Just on the outskirts of the Vanguard III, stood the massive army of creatures, ones that stood with no fear, the excutioners.

They saw the blinding light, though they could not comprehend what it was. Then, A giant beam shot out from the light, disintegrating everything in its wake. It tore a hole in the excutioner's line of defence. The creature roared with anger.

Whatever this light was, it was an enemy. Then, a giant ship emerged from the light. Its sleek frame gleemed red, every angle of it shone with brilliance. The giant ship fired another beam, punching another hole in the enemy line.

Soon, hundreds of ship emerged from the light, following the large red ship. The ships all opened fire, catching the excutioners off guard. Many died, but it was hardly counted as a major hit. The excutioners reared together, regrouping and reforming their lines. Once that was done, they charged forward, gathering red beams into their arms and preparing to fire... when another giant beam fired from the light.

This beam was more intense, faster and larger. It consumed the excutioners within its large blue energy form. Another large ship emerged from the light, gleaming silver. The ship was sharp looking, slender and sleek. Its nose pointed so sharply that it could puncture another ship. It was mounted with more cannons than the other ship, cannons and gun turrets at almost every place.

The Eternal. Flagship of the newly found army. Under the command of the God-killer, Fayt Leingod. Ships exited the rip at an alarming rate, thousands massed upon the excutioners. It was clear to all, who would survive. Acting upon the instinct to kill, the excutioners charged forward, running straight on into a wall of laser fire.

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The Eternal shook as a ship nearby exploded into a burning inferno. Though they held superior numbers, the excutioners were no doubtly much stronger than a battle ship, not to mention more agile when it came to dodging fire.

"'Grendan' is down!"

"The 'Junice' has been hit! Withdrawing from battle immediately!"

"Sir! We've lost contact with the 'Hinder'!"

Reports came one after another. Ship after ship. Thousands of ships were at the mercy at only a hundred excutioners.

"Charge forward! The 'Eternal' shall be point forward, all ships are to commence spearhead formation."

Fayt commanded. The Eternal roared to life, blasting forward through the chaotic battlefield. Another blast shook the ship as they sped forward. Soon, they were facing the excutioners head-on.

"Charge the main cannons. Ships are to charge their cannons as well. We'll show those bastards what a volley is."

"Main cannons charged!"

"FIRE!"

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The Eternal's side opened up to reveal two large cannons on each side. They slide out, locking themselves on the side of the ship. Glowing a deep red colour, they slowly hummed to life. Crackling electricity sparked and danced around the glowing cannons.

The hum grew louder, as did the glow of the cannons. Then, without a warning, the cannons fired, sending beams that was the size of a moon towards the excutioners. The beam plowed through the enemy, disintegrating everything that stood in its path. The other ships that stayed behind the eternal positioned themselves and fired about two seconds after the eternal fired.

The power of the cannons, combined with the volley, destroyed about two thirds of the excutioners. It was at this moment, did the excutioners knew that they stood little chance against an enemy that was that strong.

They tried to flee away, while the ships persued them, firing their cannons and guns. Smaller ships flew out from the larger ships, fighters and LCS, light craft ships. Though small, they were hard to catch and could easily out manoeuvre the giant, yet clumsy swings of the excutioners.

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"We've got them on the run! First to third fleet, persue the enemy. The rest, prepare for teleportation to the surface. Pilot, take over the bridge till i get back."

Fayt ordered, getting up from his chair and heading out of the bridge, followed closely by Kanai. They made their way through hallways and corridors, towards the armoury. Fayt had chosen his team earlier on. Gin, Karin, Fuin, Pyikon and Hyujin stood ready in the armoury. With the Loeinguard in the hanger of the 'Eternal', Fuin and his team were stuck on the 'Eternal' for some time, just where Fayt wanted. Their teams were ready and already at the teleportation pad.

"Yo, admiral."

Fuin smirked.

"Shut up. What equipment did you guys pick?"

Fayt asked, taking out a black armour and strapping it to himself. The light weight material contracted and became nearly invisible if not for the colour. This armour was a gift from Fuin, light weight and takes the body shape of the wearer so there would be no hinderance to the person when fighting. The amazing thing is that it can withstand more than it looks. It was harder than most armours and can withstand more attacks than a LCS.

"Only the best, admiral."

Fuin bowed in a sarcastic manner. Fayt took the hilt of his blade and smashed it down on Fuin's head.

"OW! Hey, what's the big idea?"

Fuin cried, rubbing his head.

"Try that again and i'll make sure it isn't the hilt that hits you."

Fayt warned, sheathing his sword into the holder on the back of his black cloak. He check his belt and was relieved to see that his laser weapon was still there. He proceeded to pick out a weapon.

A grade 'A' Ginotype assault rifle, with about twenty extra clips. Fayt tucked the clips into his belt and pocket and slung the rifle on his back. He picked out a laser pistol and check its energy, before tucking it into his belt with some clips in his pockets.

Kanai picked out a grade 'H' Nidlim rifle, one used for far away shots, with some ammunition and a laser pistol. For some reason, Kanai never wears armour. Fayt never got around to ask her why.

"Right, lock and load people, we're going down."

Fayt turned and led the group out of the armoury to the teleporter. The teleporter was different from most teleporters. It was large, that was one thing, and it took up the entire room.

The capacity it could teleport was practically half of the crew of the Eternal. The teams were already assembled outside the teleporter and were waiting for instructions. They were only kids, yet all were determined and perhaps having more experience than a veteran soldier. Fayt had seen them in combat, and he knew that he would at least some comfort in knowing at least most of them would survive.

Fayt walked over to the computer screen at the side of the room. He punched in some numbers and the systems officer came on.

"Sir?"

He asked.

"Prepare the teleporter for all of us. Coordinates are to syncronize with the other ships."

"Understood, teleporting in five, four, three, two, one, good luck sir."

The officer saluted. Before Fayt could reply, the room was filled with a blinding light and then, everything went black.

AN: So that's the first space battle, not as grand as i want to be, who cares.