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ACT III
SETTING: A few minutes after Act II left off. The city is called Irasha. Unlike most cities that Zakku had fought in, this one still had a civilian population that wasn't even affiliated with either side of the 'Inner Sphere War' as it was called by both sides. Zakku had made careful note of that. However, he didn't think about that as the Hunter-Killer sent a flaming ball at Zakku. He was hiding behind a large pillar holding up one of the buildings. After a moment, Zakku glance up, as the beast repositioned itself in order to get a better vantage of where Zakku was, and attack him. Quickly, the Firebender turned, running down the street again, trying to sucker the monster down. In the ground there was several deep ruts where the creature's tail had hit. The beast stared at Zakku for a moment, probably sensing a feeling of de'javu. It growled as it landed on the ground, growling loud as it moved forward, attempting to corner the soldier in a way to keep him from escaping. Zakku grinned as he held up his Standard Lupuz Sword before him, backing up as the beast moved forward.)
ZAKKU - You think you've got me trapped, doncha. Well…well…what am to do…
(The Hunter-Killer shows it's teeth and slowly moves forward as it growls. Zakku dashes forward as the beast attacks with it's frontal claw. Zakku ducked and weaved from side to side, avoiding the large claws of the beast. He slashed forward, cutting into the flesh which proved to be a little stronger then Zakku though as his sword became stuck in the skin. He rolled to the side as the sharp, scorpion-like tail hit the ground. Zakku flipped backward, and used one hand to push off. The beast moved forward, assuming it's pray was retreating. As the distraction went as plan, on one of the buildings above, Kanani and Kinseu prepared to leap and hopefully be able to cut the wings off of the beast quickly. The animals mouth watered as it continued to move forward, as if it wanted to sink it's teeth into it's opponent in order to eat him. Zakku nervously smiled as his back touched a hard bit of stone. He laughed nervously but suddenly he became shocked as the beast revealed two pincer claws that had been hidden under the underbelly. Zakku let out a scared exhale, as he stood unarmed.)
ZAKKU (To himself)- Come on guys…I would really like some help right about now. (The Hunter-Killer let out what probably be a laugh as it moved even closer, drawing the pincers back and then sending them forward, making Zakku yell in startled fright. He ducked down so the first pincer would miss, and then flipped to the side as the second one came at him. When he landed, he sidestepped so that the tail wouldn't hit him. Zakku noticed something in the corner of his eye but ignored it. A mere glance could completely ruin the surprise attack. The creature screeched in surprise as two soldiers landed on its right wing. Both of them stabbed into it with the Standard Issue Lupuz sword. The Hunter-Killer growled loudly as it flapped its wings forward in an attempt to knock off the two enemies. Kinseu was the only one to fall off as Kanani held on with all his might. The Beast turned to look at him, only to see the Elite soldier draw his large sword, which hadn't been used in a long time. It again flapped the wing, only to have Kanani cut down, completely severing that part of the wing, effectively making the beast unable to fly. Kanani jumped backward, landing next to Kinseu. The three soldiers stand firm as the Hunter-Killer roaring loud as it turns completely to face it's enemies.)
KANANI - Alright, phase two...(Kanani watches the beast carefully as it begins to swing it's tail about.)...Remove the Scorpion tail.
KINSEU - Roger.
ZAKKU - Understood. (The three soldiers move away from each other, Kanani in center, while Zakku moves to the left and Kinseu to the right. The three soldiers glance at each other and run forward as the beast strikes at Kanani with its scorpion tail. Zakku can feel his heart pumping hard as his eyes seemingly burn from the smoke and flames that had engulfed the entire battlefield. Each step was heavy as Zakku slashed at the pincer claw making a deep gash appear in the pincer. The creature returned an attack, hitting Zakku with the pincer, knocking him away from it. Kinseu slashed forward as well, causing almost the exact same thing to happen to him, except Kinseu was able to dodge. Kanani charged up center, his large sword before him. The flaming eyes of the Hunter-Killer shifted to the Elite Lupuz soldier. Kanani slashed upward, hitting the beast in the lower part of its face as it recoiled back in order to avoid the attack. As it recoiled back it angrily spat at the soldiers, still swiping with its massive claws. Quickly, the three soldiers moved to avoid the attack only to have the monster like creature take in a deep breath and sending fire at the soldiers that had dared to oppose it. The rage filled eyes of the creature seemed to reflect the flames that came roaring at the three soldiers. Kinseu took cover behind a pillar while Zakku stood his ground, using his bending skills to merely move the flames around him but his weak abilities in the art still lead to him getting burned by the flames. Kanani was worse off, for he was in center with no place to take cover and no bending ability. Zakku's mentor went flying back as the force of the impact hit him. Kanani tried to weaken the flames by putting his sword up to block it, however, Kanani still was hurt as his back collided with the walling of the building farthest in front of the Hunter-Killer. Zakku looked at the beast's hungry eyes, and new exactly what it was going to do next. It was going to try and eat the most wounded of it's pray, in other words, Kanani. Instantly, Zakku grabbed a rock and threw it at the beast's eyes, hitting it square in the eye. The creature screeched again as it looked back at Zakku. Zakku was thinking that his idea was a good one, but regretted it in a moment as the beast turned to look at him again. Kinseu came out of the rubble, a little burned but still able to fight.)
KINSEU (Commanding)- Remember, we need to just get a good shot to the tail, and remove it. Then we go for the throat. I think Kanani is out…HEY! Ugly face! Look over here! (The Hunter-Killer's eyes shifted to the other noise. Both pray were starting to annoy it. The beast backed off from both thrashing its tail at both of the soldiers, then turning again to face them, growling with razor sharp teeth.)
ZAKKU (In agreement; Nods)- I'll bait it… you go in and cut the tail off…
(Kinseu nods as he runs forward then quickly going off to the side while Zakku continued to run forward.)
ZAKKU (Get attention)- COME ON! BRING IT!
(Zakku trashed his sword about sending waves of flames along with each slash at the beast, burning it very slightly but generally still annoying it. Then, the scorpion-like creature charged forward at Zakku, which terrified Zakku for a moment, but he continued to run forward as the beast opened its mouth wide as if it were going to eat him. In a moment, Zakku moved to the side of the beast. It reacted quickly; doing an attack that was similar to a stiff arm. The claw knocking Zakku on to his back. Then the beast began to stab for Zakku with it's tail. Zakku could barely avoid as he rolled side to side as the sharp point hit the ground next to him, above his head, and even for the lower parts. Zakku's eyes were open wide as the beast started to move in as well, biting at Zakku. The Warrior yelled out as he moved about, desperately trying to stay alive. Zakku rolled to the side again as the tail hit the area where his chest would have been if he hadn't moved on to his side, but this time, he grabbed the tail. With all the strength he had, he kept the tail from going back up. Suddenly, a sharp pain erupted in Zakku's foot as the Hunter-Killer bit into it and continued to bit down, release and bit again. Zakku was shouting in pain as he laid waiting for Kinseu to attack. With a yell, Kinseu jumped up and delivered as overhead strike at the tail, severing it completely. The Scorpion recoiled back, dragging Zakku back by his foot only to stop when Kinseu stabs into the beast's eye. The Hunter-Killer released the soldier's foot. The Hunter-Killer backed off, screeching in pain as Zakku cried out in pain. Blood was everywhere as holes could be seen in his boot as well as in his leggings.)
KINSEU - ZAK! Don't move, buddy… you have some bad wounds in your leg.
ZAKKU (Agonized)- NO SHIT! (Kinseu tried to drag Zakku back but is stopped after seeing the severity of the wound.)
KINSEU - Damn… It is all the way thrown. I don't…
ZAKKU (Wide eyes)- KINSEU MOVE!
(Kinseu turns only to have the Hunter-Killer's pincers grab him around the chest. The beast lifts up Kinseu and screeches as Zakku finds the will to stand. There is a crack as the scorpion breaks Kinseu's arm and perhaps even a rib or two. Kinseu lifts his head and lets out a bloodcurdling scream as the Hunter brings Kinseu to its face. After hearing the scream, Kanani's eyes open. He looks up weakly to see the havoc that is occurring. Zakku runs forward even though his foot hurts terribly and every step makes him feel as if he is going to pass out. The beast is fixed on Kinseu as it opens its mouth to bit into the week flesh. Then out of the corner of its eye it sees Zakku stabbing for the beast's throat, but misses as the creature moves up making the sword stab into the back of its mouth. Anger, rage and pain can be seen deep in Zakku's eyes as he keeps his sword in the mouth. Zakku is breathing hard but soon realizes he didn't penetrate the skull, spine, or cut into an artery. The beast starts to bit down. Zakku resists the closing jaws and screams out as the teeth bit into his forearms.)
ZAKKU - DIE! Just DIE! DAMNIT! DIE! (The Hunter-Killer seemingly laughs as its teeth close further making Zakku scream more. Kinseu is more or less whimpering as he tries not to scream. There was another yell, not of pain, but the sound of someone who was going to attack. Zakku glanced to the side to see Kanani doing a similar move as Kinseu, except the blade is pointed straight down. Kanani stabs down with the blade into the back of its chest, between the two wings. The Hunter-Killer screeches as it tries to remain standing but fails to and falls to the ground, releasing Kinseu. Zakku pushes with his sword to get the razor sharp teeth of the monster off of him. Both Kinseu and Zakku are in bad condition as Kanani gives his sword a twist, making sure the beast was dead, then removing the blade and walking on the dead corpse. He pauses for a moment to look at Zakku and Kinseu. Kinseu can't move his arms, while Zakku is bleeding badly, and could suffer from blood loss.)
KANANI - You two look like shit.
KINSEU (Trouble breathing)- I…I…Ribs…arm… broke.
ZAKKU - Just giving the ground a taste of my blood. It would be nice if my blood would stop, though…
KANANI - Kinseu…you need to get out of here. Zakku, you just need something to stop the bleeding. Both you need something for the pain, right. (Kinseu and Zakku stare at Kanani) I'll take that as a yes…(Pulls out a painkiller herb. It is a flower, or a blossom that is red and has an oily layer on them.)… Eat this. (Kanani gives Zakku the herb then goes to Kinseu and puts the herb in his mouth, knowing Kinseu cannot lift anything.) It will make you unable to see reality in about an hour or so… you'll be out for at least the entire day. But you are not going to feel a thing. Kinseu, regroup with the Regs and get back to Organization controlled territory. Zakku, go with him… The Hunter-Killer was causing the majority of the problem. With it dead, I think we might just win this battle.
ZAKKU - Right…Kanani, Shara wants to regroup the attack force at some old church… They will need you to help with the attack.
KANANI (Nods)- You two did well… Killing a Hunter-Killer is a difficult task, even for an Elite. Go. The drug should be working. (Zakku nods as both soldiers turn walking away. The painkillers are working slightly, but still Zakku limps and Kinseu looks like he is in pain as well.) Undoubtedly (Kanani is alone)… Uingu will now have an excuse to promote you as well to Elite. And then…then you would have followed the same path as your father…funny, how things can come full circle.