Chapter 7 – Galactic Origins
Computer screens glowed along the wall showing various papers and diagrams. Notes were everywhere, scattered amongst the various bits of hardware and tools. Posters were not of famous figures or Pokemon, but rather expos and news clippings or research papers. Studies mean to propel humans further along with the advancement of technology.
Clouds drifted through the afternoon sky barely obscuring the beating sun. Kids were running around the beaches and tourists travelled around the city seeing the standing Pokemon rocks and lighthouse. The ports were busy, and there were even trainers here coming to challenge the current gym leader. The young man whose room this belonged to however was not interested in splashing around in the shallow waters with others, human or Pokemon. Nor was he interested in the sites. No, he preferred his machines and inventions. Not that it was enough for his parents.
Those two driven individuals were never quite impressed with their son. He was constantly falling short of their expectations. Good grades weren't enough. New inventions not harnessing the strength of the sun or free electricity didn't pass the bar. Something was missing from the young boys life, that much his grandparents were sure of. A child fostered without love from those whom he should trust most was a dangerous thing.
As the years progressed, the young man began making quite a name for himself. Energy was something that everyone needed, and the inventors of the world, especially those from his home town of Sunnyshore, were not meeting the needs of the population. Thus a quest was imparted upon. Technologies were created or adapted so that everyone would have access. But even that was never enough. Cyrus was going through life creating for others and giving unto people that which they needed. And yet a common thread was becoming apparent. It was never enough. To keep giving without anything back was not in human nature. It gave the appearance of weakness. It was something that allowed others power over you. He was a victim to the social normal of society. An abusive cycle of give and take, a positive feedback system only leading Cyrus to those places of his mind wherein all he could see was hopelessness.
This world was sick. Something was allowing others to see that simply taking was alright. That to keep being greedy and asking for more and being given precisely that was fine. Thus the premise for Galactic corporation was created in Cyrus' mind at the age of 17. He graduated top of his class but was completely separated from his peers. Everyone viewed him as different. Uninterested, dispassionate. And yet a complete genius. He was responsible for creating energy and sharing it. Everyone wanted what he had. But what did the young man truly have? A hole in his chest, something vital missing that no one could fill. His emotions were muted and confused. He could not reason the same any longer as he no longer viewed humans as a good thing for this world. But who could understand that feeling? Who could see that the sickness gripping this world was a direct result of human nature? The entrepreneur Lysandre seemed to, if his papers were any indication. But even he was overly emotional about this world. He kept spouting off about the beauty the planet could show. Well Cyrus didn't see it that way.
The foundling business was quick to grow under Cyrus' care. Money, business and Cyrus were made for one another. A lack of emotion, only cold hard logic as a guide. This was something he understood completely. People could no longer judge him as being different. He was simply a businessman who was extremely good at what he did.
Once the company was underway, Cyrus hired three people who were aligned in thinking the same as himself. The first was a young woman who took on the name Mars. The fiery red head was something Cyrus needed to instill passion into those who still relied on emotion. However, her passion was also the reason behind her strength. While Pokemon held no real appeal to Cyrus, he became acutely aware early on of their potential with energy. They were the beings on this planet who were able to manipulate the energy of the world around them, whether through fire, water, earth or any other such element or nature. During his battle with Mars, he realized that her passion fueled her Pokemon's energy and created a rather formidable opponent. She was someone who, with direction and precise control, follow out his commands without question and not be stopped by anything that got in her way.
Second to join the team, not that he would ever use that term, was Jupiter. Another devout follower, she was quite well versed in archaeology. Her understanding and knack for finding old remains of ancient civilizations and piecing together the meanings was immeasurably helpful. It was due to this that Cyrus built a base of operations in Eterna city, simply so he could station the young woman there to conduct the studies that needed to be done in the area. Jupiter was more than happy to assist. Of the three members Cyrus hired, Jupiter was the most like him when battling. She lost her emotions and allowed the logical side of her mind to take control and rule the battles. Unless someone got under her somewhat thin skin. Then she would lose control to her overwhelming emotion and allow the battle to be dictated by the opponent.
Finally there was Saturn. The young man was a couple of years behind Cyrus, but came to the leader of the Galactic Corporation asking for the position. He believed in what Cyrus was attempting to build, but explained that the leader would still need someone to marshal the forces and train the recruits. The young man was a hardy battler and far more accomplished than either Jupiter or Mars. What Cyrus was unable to see however was the younger man's amusement at the lack of emotion their leader had but the amount used to recruit and fire up the workers of the corporation. It seemed completely at odds with their leaders true goals. But Saturn wasn't going to be the one to point this out.
Years passed while Cyrus and Team Galactic grew in strength and power. In that time, few people had stood out, and the business began to be able to run itself with less and less oversight from Cyrus. His commanders were able to handle operations while he pursued other interests. Various studies and ruins were explored. Certain Pokemon were obtained and grown for Cyrus' own strength. The Pokemon he chose were much like their trainer in their dedication to him. He valued their presence but never put much thought into their well-being around him. He wasn't concerned so much with the Pokemon who fought for him, but rather the gods required to see his dreams become reality. It was only with the introduction of Charon to the team that Cyrus' plans were finally in a position to become reality.
The sun was shining down upon the city reflecting off all of the glass. People walked about going through their daily motions. Cyrus looked down upon the imperfect world while the four others talked behind him. Humans were flawed. Because of this, the world was flawed. Thus to bring about the change required, he would have to reshape the world. But not in this image. No, he would need something different. A new set of natural laws, putting limitations upon that which would upset the balance. Evening out the power. And finally, scouring clean emotions from everything. For it was this singular flaw from which all other flaws were born. People would never act accordingly because they felt. Without this he could shape a world free from imperfection.
"You're saying there is another world beyond this one?" Saturn asked incredulous. Charon was explaining that which Cyrus had discovered.
"If we extrapolate the data, there is a good chance that there are more than just one world. However that description is inaccurate. No instead we should call them dimensions" the scientist explained. Mars was leaned back in her chair not paying much attention. Topics like this bored the young woman. Jupiter was searching something up on her laptop in front of her. Cyrus could hear the woman's nails scurrying across the keys as if she was trying to figure out for herself what both Charon and Cyrus had already concluded. Silly woman, as if she was nearly at the same intellect as the leader or even the scientist.
"And you want to open a way into one of these?" Saturn asked. He alone was perhaps the closest to Charon in understanding of what was required to fully realize their leaders dream.
"It's entirely possible if we harness the correct energy."
"And what energy would that be?" the commander asked. A loud pop pierced the silence before an answer was given. Mars simply was looking up at the ceiling while chewing her gum.
"The power from the legendary trio" Cyrus finally said in a flat low voice turning away from the windows of the conference room. Sitting in slow controlled movements the commanders turned to view their leader. It was the first time he'd spoken all meeting.
"You mean the lake trio?" Jupiter asked. "The beings of emotion, knowledge and willpower?"
"Yes. It is from them that we will create the means to bring forth a gate to the dimension we seek."
"How?" Saturn followed up.
"Leave that to Charon. He will create the means to harness the source of their power." Cyrus' cold eyes bored into Saturn's, the younger man simply nodding. Charon smiled and rubbed his hands together.
"Excellent! Now first we'll need power. Lots of electricity to power everything we'll need. To that end, I've heard that Sinnoh has a newer more novel way to harness nature's power than Kanto or Johto do. Is this true?"
"Yes the Valley Windworks. Its windmills which harness the energy" Jupiter said.
"In that case, we need it. Our generators here are simply not enough. I need to create a direct flow of energy to do what is required."
"Sounds easy enough. I'll take a team there and get it done" Jupiter responded.
"No, you will go to Eterna city. I want to know what the statues there really mean. There is something in the history there which I would know." Taken aback, Jupiter nodded slowly closing her laptop. "Mars you will take a group there and create the link Charon requires." Sitting up proper Mars looked around.
"So we're finally starting things then?" Everyone looked at Cyrus who sat at the head of the table, elbows resting on top of the oaken surface, fingertips pressed together. He closed his eyes and allowed himself the smallest twitches of the mouth, something none of the others could see before responding.
"Yes."
The young woman surveyed the valley below. Windmills dotted the riverside as the constant air currents kept them turning and in turn creating electricity. A small team of underlings had accompanied the commander on her mission. Cyrus was counting on her to create the link back to Galactic headquarters for that upstart. Well she would show her idol who the true leader in this team was. Finally they were about to begin their plans to fulfill Cyrus' dream. And she was the one picked to start everything off.
"Alright you two, I want a perimeter created. Start blocking off passes and make it so that only we're here. The others with me. We need to infiltrate that complex there" Mars said pointing towards the large building built into the cliff-side.
"How long do we have?" one of the grunts who was going to be preventing help from reaching them asked.
"We'll begin our attack two days from now. That should be more than enough time. You and you, being reconnasince. I want a full understanding of who is important there and who we need to take control from." The man and woman nodded and hurried off. The last couple began creating a campsite overlooking the valley but away from searching eyes. Mars looked down at the valley below once more. She could hardly believe that things were finally beginning. A sense of excitement and giddiness was coursing through the young woman. Soon there would be a new world with Cyrus at its head. And she would be right there beside him. Oh how things would change!
I hope you like this little insight into Team Galactic. I'm choosing to change the characters slightly. I'm personally not a fan of the ineptitude shown in the games of all the grunts and commanders. Team Rocket was similar but their leaders had better personalities to flesh out. So I'm being liberal here and adding my own spin. Let me know what you think!
NOTICE: I have changed the main protagonists name. My original characters are inspired by real people I know and because of this I've decided on a new name for our heroine. She is still the same character, however just a new name. This is the update for this chapter. Thank you.