Mass Effect Project Renegade
Chapter 5: False Witness
October/13th/2182
Location: Horse Head Nebula/Cronos Station.
On the Vid screen an Asari CNN Reporter Mari'Lin was reporting the incident with SSV Geneva Incident.
"The total death toll rose to 503, the group who initiated the attack on the Council world colony, are claiming to be Cerberus, a Pro-Human Organization. It seems that Cerberus has shown the Galaxy its true colors, Anti-Alien Extremists, on other reports-"
The Vid Screen changed to the same topic on the Alliance side, with ANN Report Jim Hosland reporting.
"The System Alliance has just announced that Cerberus will be held accountable and brought to justice."
The Vid Screen turns off with the Directors Glare firing on the Screen, the "Messenger" reports right beside the Director's Chair.
"Our Facilities have gone dark as you ordered sir…. We never ordered the Terrorist attack with the SSV Geneva; we were investigating its disappearance. Hell Dog Platoon members were KIA except for Jack who killed the Affiliates who carried out the attack; we lost all support from the Alliance, and have zero trust with the galaxy….. Cerberus is crippled."
The Director put down his scotch and stood from his chair staring at the dying star.
"No we'll find the people responsible for this and bring justice for Cerberus."
The "Messenger" looked at the dying star by the Director and turned his gaze towards the Director.
"What's the plan?"
"Bring Jack in."
Jack entered the Observation room, seeing the Director and the "Messenger". Jack approached the Director, leaving the "Messenger" exiting the room.
"Jack, how are you holding up?"
Jack's expression was unreadable except for his clenched fists, telling a different tale.
"My Platoon was hunted down one by one, my organization was just branded a terrorist organization by the Galaxy. I'll let you decide how I'm holding up sir."
The Director stepped closer to Jack putting a hand on his right shoulder.
"I know Jack, whoever organized this attack won't get the last laugh."
"So, what's the plan, and how do we hunt down the Assholes who did this?"
The Director lit another cigarette, stepping away from Jack, and closer to the window.
"Cerberus will be going dark, all operations will cease….. This is where you come in Jack."
A confused expression appeared on Jack's face.
"I don't follow sir, what will I be doing?"
"I'm glad you asked, I have several leads on the framing of our organization, but to narrow down the choices… As of now, you will be infiltrating the Alliance N7 Program aboard the Normandy, we forged documents on your birth, and fixed your military career."
Jack just breathed a sigh of irritation.
"There is a problem with your plan sir."
The Director turned around looking at Jack, while Jack point at his face.
"The Project Scars, how am I supposed to infiltrate the Alliance N7 Program, when the Project Scars are telling others I'm not normal?"
"It'll be taken care of, I ordered a procedure, with Project Shadow Claw, they'll administrate a serum to your body, where your scars will disappear, for about a couple years. They'll be waiting for you on the second level. After you leave for the Normandy, we'll refrain from contact for a short while."
Jack left the room, with anger boiling in his eyes, the Project Scars erupted in a harsh glow, one thing was on Jack's mind find whoever did this and make sure they die a slow and painful death.
As Jack leaves the elevator, he's approached by a Project Shadow Claw, operative.
"Jack, we're ready for you."
Jack Nodded and followed Doctor Calvin, to the operating table, Jack Stripped his Top Armor off, lying down on the cold surface of the table, seeing a giant needle aiming for his chest.
"Is this going to hurt?"
The Gas mask wearing operative looks at Jack, lifting his hand and pinching his thumb and index finger together, signaling only slightly.
In an instant, the needle thrust in to Jack's chest, (Heart to precise.) Immense pain could be felt as the Black ooze coursed through his body, seconds later the serum would start its affect, by hiding the scars on Jack's face.
"Son of a Bitch you said slightly."
As Jack sits up from the operating table, he picks up his OSD pad.
Infiltration Mission
As of this day the Surviving member of the Ground Team Hell Dog Platoon, and of Project Renegade, (Commander Jack Shepard [Subject 001]) to be infiltrate the Alliance N7 Program, all undercover files have been accepted and transferred.
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Alliance N7 Dossier:
Commander Jack Shepard.
Age:? (Mid 30's – Late 20's)
Birthplace: Earth: No trace of Parents.
Military Career: Elysium:(Held off and Pushed back the Batarian Invasion force of Elysium during the Blitz.) Torfan: (In Retaliation for Elysium, Commander Jack Shepard pushed the Hegemony forces to the bunker executing all of its surviving forces.) Commander Shepard, has worked in several Black Ops missions for the Alliance, and was commended for the excellent service and dedication to Earth and her Colonies.
Military Commendations: Star of Terra, Medal of Honor, Terran's Dagger.
Requested a transfer to SR-1 Normandy-[APPROVED]
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Hacked in communications with Captain Anderson, Admiral Hackett, Ambassador Udina.
Udina straightened his tie on his suit, before turning to the two Military officers.
"Well, what about Shepard? Earthborn… but no record of his family."
Captain Anderson, looked at Udina's reflection through the Dreadnaughts Observation window.
"Doesn't have one, apparently He was raised on the streets. Learned to look out for himself."
Admiral Hackett rubbed his chin while looking at the OSD pad in his hand.
"Shepard received an infamous name the "Butcher of Torfan" for storming the Batarian Defensive line, then executing the survivors."
Captain Anderson looked at Hackett ready to defend Shepard.
"He gets the job done, no matter the cost."
Hackett continued to look at the information on the OSD
"It says here he was the one on Elysium the held off and pushed back the Batarian Offensive, they were going to name him a hero after that, but after Torfan, the Media decided to hammer down the name of "The Conqueror of Elysium"."
Hackett handed the OSD pad to Udina.
"He has an infamous and famous military history, but it's more grey that it is Black and White, but nevertheless, is this the kind of person who we want to protect the galaxy?"
Captain Anderson looked at Udina with a determined look.
"He's the only kind of person who can protect the galaxy; the Normandy would be honored to have him."
Udina checked the Approved status on the transfer and for recommend candidacy for Spectre.
"I'll make the call."
In the Year 2182 Cerberus was framed for Conspiracy against the Alliance, and was accused of terrorist acts, in response Cerberus was made an enemy abroad the Galactic Community, The following year the Alliance would be infiltrated by the sole survivor of Hell Dog Platoon, Unknowingly Jack, the Alliance and The Galaxy is in for a hell of a Surprise.