Authors note: Edits are being made for mistakes. Also, im looking for a Beta reader to improve the quality of my stories.
Rex sat pondering his new predicament after alerting the republic to the incoming Kamino invasion with the destruction of rishi outpost he had gained five young shiny's that he was not sure what to do with. He knew they were perfect for the 501st, independent and skilled but he didn't know where they fit. The most obvious choice was Torrent company his chosen battle force, but he didn't believe they all fit Hevy was just too arrogant and brash and wasn't reliable enough despite his skill with a blaster, Cutup and Droidbait were an average shot but were just a little to laid back for Rex's liking. However, Echo and fives where the two troopers who caught his eye a perfect team watching each other with both dedication and love that was only seen by a rare few. They were a perfect pair Fives with his fiery spirit which was tempered by Echo's calm precise demeanour, Sure they both had a lot to learn from each other and there brothers around them but they were perfect for Torrent.
Mind made up Rex called a meeting with Domino ready to break the news to them he never liked splitting brothers up but it was for the best to let them grow and make them the best they could be. Rex looked up from his desk as Domino squad walked in snapping to attention in front of there superior officer. "At ease men" Rex stated with a friendly authority "I've got news for you some of you will not be so happy with, im sure, but this is the GAR and they are orders so no disagreements." Giving each other confused looks Domino squad turned back to there commanding officer "what is it sir" Echo asked politely "You're finally being assigned to your companies" Rex replied bluntly getting a cheer from Hevy. "Not so fast soldier I've got bad news, im splitting you up," Rex said pausing to judge there reaction which seemed to be quite shocked "Hevy, Driodbait, Cutup you are to report to Captain Acker of Fountain company which is on deck 8 he will fill you in," Rex said dismissing the three quickly before shock led to anger. "Echo, Fives welcome to Torrent company." was all Rex said before enjoying the shocked giddy looks that came over the two troopers faces. Leading them out Rex escorted them to deck two, Torrent companies base of operation. The shock wore off quickly, Echo and Fives felt guilty after being led into the barracks, rex told them to get comfortable before leaving them to there new squadmates. One by one the new squadmates introduced themselves as Jesse, kix, Hardcase, Mixer, Redeye, Denal, Crash and Blade. The newly complete Alpha squad began to introduce their new members to the rest of Torrent Company and their respective squads.
A couple of weeks later Echo made his way up to the hangar, He couldn't sleep the events of Rishi playing on his mind despite his squad's survival. He was itching to do something so he decided to busy himself going over battle strategies and routine maintenance logs which led him to the current area the Hangar bay. Which wasn't as unoccupied as he thought as General Skywalker was working on his starfighter. "Trooper are you alright," Anakin asked the unaware Echo causing him to jump. "Yes, sir im fine sir sorry for interrupting you sir" causing Anakin to chuckle "What's your name?" Anakin asked giving a small smile. "Echo sir." "well Echo, any good at repairing and modifying ships," Anakin asked continuing to smile to give the nervous Echo a bit of comfort. "Vaguely sir I've read the schematics of most vehicles used by the republic and have been trained in basic system maintenance" Echo replied somewhat hesitantly "well come on then give me a hand," Anakin said sliding back under his starfighter. A short while later after a bit of initial apprehension Echo began to get comfortable laughing and joking with the general as they worked on the starfighter both bouncing interesting ideas on how to improve the vehicle. But eventually, the job came to an end and Echo found himself disappointed up until Anakin asked him if he wanted to join him in the mess hall for something to eat. With a small affirmative, they made their way down to the mess passing the occasional awake trooper before sitting down to enjoy military rations moving from topic to topic until Rex finally joined them. "Echo," Rex asked confused not realising the general had met the new troopers "Yes captain" Echo replied with a raised eyebrow "Nothing. whats on the agender today general." "well at 0800 we will be joined by Kenobi to brief us so until then I don't know now sit and eat." Obliging his general and Friend, Rex sat down and joined Echo and Anakin in their conversation on battle plans giving Echo curious glances now and then. "Alright boys time to meet Kenobi," Anakin said standing up to leave followed by Rex "You not coming Echo." "Sir what do you mean," Echo asked both panicked and confused at his current situation "I value your insight I've been listening to you this whole time and you have a keen mind plus I've had fun." Giving Anakin a shocked look Echo confirmed hed be thereafter he got into his armour. This led Rex to be even more confused sure the kid was smart but what made skywalker trust him so much in such a short time.
Rushing to the barracks waking the rest of Alpha squad in his rush to get on his armour Echo grabbed his weapon put on his helmet and was gone before anyone could ask anything. Making his way into the turbo lift Echo could feel his apprehension rise as he made his way closer to the bridge. before he knew it Echo was stepping on to the bridge weapon clutched tightly in his arm. "ahh glad you could join us" Anakin noticing Echo walk in using the force to recognise him from any other clone trooper in full armour taking note of the blue handprint on his chest as identification and thinking about getting him some paint. Nodding in reply Echo stood watching as Anakin engaged the connection with general Kenobi. "Anakin good to see you." "you to master, what you got for me." "The Separatist has captured Master Plo and are holding him hostage in a secure military base not far from your position you are tasked with rescuing him at all cost," Obi-One replied giving him a concerned look. "Got it, master, we will get underway immediately." "Good look Anakin." "You to master" Anakin replied cutting the comms. "Admiral get us underway, Rex Echo we need a plan." A short discussion later with no real idea gained on the optimal solution to get into the heavily armed base unnoticed Anakin was losing his patients until Echo Chimed in "Sir, I have a suggestion what about we use the resolute as a distraction on the orbiting fleet flying as close as possible to the planet atmosphere jettisoning our waste to look like we've been damaged and deploying a few escape pods with a squad of clones making us appear like more debris whilst the resolute makes a hasty retreat" Giving Echo a thoughtful look "That's not a bad plan but we would have to keep the enemy fleet occupied long enough to stop them scanning the debris." Anakin said thoughtfully "well sir a good fighter strike should manage that" Rex chimed in giving Echo an appraising look.
"Sir where about reach engagement range I suggest you get you and your men to the pods" Admiral Yularen called out sending Anakin into action "Rex round-up Alpha Squad we will take pods one and two." Acknowledging his Generals Command Rex informed his troopers via his comlink and followed Anakin and Echo off the bridge. In record time Alpha squad joined them at the escape pods Fives giving Echo a curious look before following his brother into the escape pod with the general. "Alright, boys hold on," Anakin said punching the release but not firing the ejection thruster just letting them drift outwards to mix with the fake debris. Letting the planet's gravity pull them in Anakin began to direct the pod as soon as the enemies weapons were out of effective range, the second pod following closely by. A couple of minutes later they were slamming into the planet a mile away from there target, the impact jostling the pod's occupants. "Alright everyone out," Rex called out watching his men expertly take up defensive positions outside the pod the other pod's inhabitants joining up with them. "Looks like we're not far from our target location sir." Looking at rex and giving him a nod Anakin ordered the troops forward in a steady but alert march until they were only just outside the visual range of the droid military base. "Jesse, Kix find us an entrance, Fives Echo you're on watch," Rex said looking over at General skywalker "How are we getting off this rock?" Smirking slightly to himself Anakin turned to look at his favourite commanding officer "Oh Rexy, the usual way you know that." Huffing indignantly and glaring at the chuckling trooper the squad waited for a report from Jesse and Kix. A short while later the annoying beep of a commlink rung out through the silent forest that the clones had made camp. "Captain we've got one entrance other than the main one, a small access hatch, but it's about 8ft in the air," Jesse said keeping his voice low whilst they made their way back to a safe spot. Rex acknowledged the two troopers before informing General Skywalker who has a plan. "Alright, Rex, you and the troops will create a small distraction at the front gate before making your way back to the drop point meanwhile Echo Fives and I will get master Plo and come pick you up." Using the cover of the trees Rex told his men to use every detonator they had on the front of the gate to cause a massive ruckus and draw the droids out hopefully creating a distraction long enough for Skywalker. Meanwhile, Anakin, Echo and fives had just reached the access point, using the force to leap up to the hatch Anakin pulled open the vent before crouching inside. Turning to Echo and Fives he used the force to pull them up and into the vent. Following there general through the vents Echo and fives where both excited and nervous of what was to come, even though this wasn't there first mission they still felt unready for the reality of war.
Outside Rex and the rest of Alpha squad were pulling back before the droids overrun there position hoping they had generated a big enough distraction. Spinning round Rex fired his DC-17 blaster pistols with practised ease scrapping droid after droid, covering his retreating troopers backs. Rolling away from a hail of laser fire Rex began following his men who had turned around to cover his retreating backside. "Jesse droid poppers on my mark...mark," Rex yelled chucking a droid popper behind him followed by Jesse and hearing the satisfying noise of short-circuiting droids. After short admiration of his work, Rex began to move again his troops moving in a graceful display of defending and retreating not letting anyone get left behind.
Meanwhile, inside the base, Anakin and his team had just dropped into the prison corridor where Echo and Fives proceeded to tackle and silently take down the two guarding droids. Using the force Anakin located Mater Plo and went to the respective sell finding an unconscious Jedi. "Echo, Fives give me a hand," Anakin said half whispering. Making there way over to the downed general the two troopers hoisted him and began to follow the general who now had his lightsaber drawn to defend the defenceless clones and Jedi.