There is something missing from our world. The amazing creatures that time has left behind. But what if we could bring them back?

What if extinction didn't have to be forever?

We're going back in time on a safari with a difference as wildlife adventurer Nigel Marvin plunges into prehistory to rescue creatures on the brink of extinction. His plan is to bring them back to the safety of the present and give them a second chance.

This time, the team goes back to the Middle Jurassic, in search of the first crocodile to call the ocean its home.

Welcome to the ultimate wildlife sanctuary.

Welcome to Prehistoric Park.

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Prehistoric Park has achieved its mission of becoming an extinct sanctuary. With several hundred new species now calling it home, the park is filled with survivors from times long forgotten. But for Nigel, there will always be room for more.

Just like last time, Nigel was in the company of crocodilians. This time, though, he was by one of the park's beaches, where a large pen ensured the beasts could not escape into the ocean. Most were resting, though some were up and about and...playing soccer?

"Now, when most people think of crocodiles, they think of freshwater, and not without reason. Only two crocodilians today an tolerate saltwater - American crocodiles, like the ones in front of me, and saltwater crocodiles, which live on the other side of the park. In the past, though, many crocodilians lived near the ocean, like our Deinosuchus, and one group, the thalattosuchians, actually evolved to live in the ocean. We have one example of them here, Metriorhynchus, from Sea Monsters, but right now, I've set my attention on rescuing the eldest of the group - Zoneait. It's from Middle Jurassic Oregon, and it is from an environment not very well know to science, so, if we are lucky, we might encounter some species science never knew existed!"

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Not far away, today's rescue team was already preparing for their mission.

Carefully, Aileen and Tai loaded up supplies into the motorboat, including bait, nets, cattle prods and, if all else failed, harpoons. Tristan, meanwhile, carried extra fuel onto the Mariner. As for their siblings...

Well, Vera, Elise, Tristan, Violet, and Michelle were all taking a moment to relax and get a tan. Each of the girls was wearing a swimsuit, some very conservative, others leaving little to the imagination. Alice, in particular, was taking the opportunity to show off her body, much to the approval of Lucas, who was taking as many pictures as he could. The fact he was hiding behind one of the dock buildings, though, rose questions as to whether it was consensual.

As the last of the supplies were loaded, the away team watched their siblings and friends enjoying the sun. Nearby, Sean and Marcus had just emerged from the water, having been busy exploring a shallow reef. Both took a moment to show off their muscles (albeit only after some prodding from their coworkers), which, while not superbly developed, earned more than a few interested glances from the girls, as well as some annoyance from their less developed coworkers. Aileen and Tai, meanwhile, giggled at their sisters' antics.

Tristan, though, wasn't really amused at the muscle showing. It wasn't jealousy, though. Not at all...well, maybe a little, at least in regards to Marcus. Sean still needed to eat a sandwich or five before Tristan really had to worry about being less ripped than his brother.

As for the girls, well, he had different thoughts.

"You sure its a good idea to go sunbathing inside the megalodon enclosure?"

"We've been doing it for half an hour, and he hasn't tried to eat us yet, Tris."

"Well, then you've been lucky so far, Ali."

"Don't call me Ali."

"Then don't call me Tris! Also, Lucas is taking pictures of you."

Alice lowered her sunglasses upon hearing that. "Does he have...any of my...well, my butt?"

Tristan smirked. It was clear she was embarrassed. "I don't know...probably not, all things considered...why are you lying on your stomach now?"

"Does he still have a good shot at me?"

Tristan wondered why she would ask that question. Then he looked at where Lucas was hiding, followed his line of sight to Alice, and blushed. "Um, well, yes, actually."

"Good. Tell him to enjoy the photos while they last, because I have...plans, when I get out of here."

"Yeah, sure. Just don't blame me if Bruce decides to repeat the events of The Meg on you guys."

"We aren't panicking, so I doubt he will. Oh, and I can see Nigel, so goodbye."

"See you round!"

As today's team packed up to head into the past, Alice raised her left hand and gave the V-sign. Sean and Marcus could only stare at her, confused as to why she was making said sign.

Lucas, however, froze at the sight. Why wouldn't he, though, considering that it was directed right at him. For a moment, he was rigid as a statue, but then he shook off his fear, shrugged, and resumed taking photos of the European girl. He knew this was going to end painfully for him, but he didn't care.

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To rescue the first of the marine crocodilians, Nigel will have to go back one hundred seventy million years to the Middle Jurassic. The majority of the fossils dating back to this time are found in Asia and Europe, so the team has no real idea what they are going to face. Hopefully nothing too dangerous.

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Through the portal lay a large ocean, which, like many before it, seemed to go on for miles. All around them was saltwater, with the occasional mat of seaweed floating in the waves.

"So, what do you guys think we'll find today?" asked Tristan to his siblings.

"Probably lots of ammonites and belemnites. I mean, those are really common in this time and place.," was Tai's response, with his sister nodding in agreement. Tristan was rather disappointed by this answer, partially because he expected a more fantastical one, partially because the underwater cameras confirmed them to be correct - there were a lot of cephalopods around the ship.

The team quickly evacuated those creatures to the present using the micro-portals they'd used on the eurypterids several missions before, then continued onwards in search of more rescues.

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AN: Yeah, Lucas can be a bonehead at times. He was meant to be the smart guy among Tristan's friends, but he isn't perfect. No one is. Especially considering how Alice looks.

For the record, Alice is of at least partially German descent - more on that will happen later in story.

For those wondering, Zoneait (pronounced zone-eight) mean Big Tooth in the language of the Kiowa people, hence this chapter's title.

Also, for those wondering, Alice was wearing the same type of swimsuit as Carmilla does in the Fate/Grand Order Craft Essence, Summer Time Mistress. She prefers not to show a lot of skin, but when she does, she leaves little to the imagination.

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