Opening File: Swayzak
Swayzak is a malicious virus and one of the enemies of TOM and SARA after infecting the Absolution to trap them in Hyperspace. He infected SARA and took control of the ship in an attempt to make it crash into earth. However, TOM didn't give up that easily and kept transmitting into the Absolution's system to try and eject Swayzak. TOM finally succeeded and Swayzak was gone, and SARA returned alive and well.
However, sometime later after the events, Swayzak remained active after being contacted by a trio of inter-dimensional villains: X the Eliminator, Control Freak and Psycrow to do them a favour by tampering with a broadcast made by TOM and SARA from trying to contact anyone outside Dimension GF-007 such as the Teen Titans for help in return for an upgrade, he succeeded in his mission as a personal revenge against the robot and A.I. from years ago.
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Opening File: Yellow Division
The Yellow Division of the Special Zone on the Gem Homeworld focuses on mimicking the court of Yellow Diamond. When the Special Zone was created and the first organic specimens were brought in the Gems spent a long time, learning how to socially and genetically modify them into suitable subjects. Once the learning the needs of organics it became easier for the Gems to begin pacifying them, making them dependent on their caretakers. Due to the Earthlings being skilled warriors it was decided they were too dangerous to be treated as mere specimens in a space zoo and thus the Special Zone was made into a pocket dimension, accessible only on Homeworld.
Over time the Gems learned of the biological and mental functions of the organics and used their knowledge to better modify them. Soon enough an entire colony in this pocket universe was made and the population were soon taught by their Gem caretakers to maintain the colony on their own with minimal assistance. With their knowledge on Earthling biology the Gems were able to enhance the immune systems and improve the thought process of their subjects through minimal genetic engineering and selective breeding. The population was large enough so that there was enough genetic diversity to deal with an unexpected death and any form of illness was immediately eradicated to avoid being spread to the others.
This had the additional effect of making the society highly integrated and interdependent. From the point on any and every newborn was bred to fulfill a specific role in the colony through one of the four divisions established. The Yellow Division, modeled after Yellow Diamond's court which is the entire military force of Homeworld. Members of the Yellow Division are trained in all forms of combat, from learning basic hand to hand to mastering all fighting styles revolving around weapons.
They are also trained to engineers, learning how to operate and maintain the equipment given to them by the Gems. The ones in training usually wear a green colored training uniform before they are then upgraded to the standard battle outfit that is the same form of uniform as the Gems serving in Yellow Diamond's court. Each division has a single leader who is ranked just below or on par with the Gems who supervise the Special Zone but trust the organics to manage the zone and its population on their own.
The leader of the Yellow Division is named Yellow Technique.
Close File
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*Static*
"SARA, what's going?" TOM asked, seeing the screen with originally showing files become filled with static.
"I am not sure. The broadcast is still running but something else is directly cutting in." SARA reported. "It's…familiar."
"Familiar? How familiar? Is it Control Freak again?" TOM asked, remembering the little geek that hijacked his ship.
"No…I think…Oh no!" SARA gasped as an orange glowing figure appeared on the screen. "It's him!"
"Swayzak?!" TOM exclaimed, jumping out of his chair. "For real? I thought we got rid of him years ago."
"He must have survived when you forced him out of the ship's computer core last time." SARA appeared next to TOM in her holo-form.
"Is he trying to take over the ship again?" TOM asked.
"No, in fact I am not even sure he's trying to do anything to us. He's broadcasting in a powerful carrier signal. It's aimed out towards a nearby satellite galaxy and several dozen planets in this galaxy and a few more." SARA reported. "It's a massive jamming signal of some kind. The likes of which I have never seen before."
"A jamming signal? So Swayzak's trying to disrupt communications. The question is who or what he's trying to disrupt?" TOM slightly paced around the bridge.
"The locations of the planets in range are deemed too dangerous for us to go near. They're located in the boarders of the intergalactic Gem Empire." SARA reported, bringing up a map of the known universe and highlighting several satellite galaxies and a part of the Milky Way. "The factions in the Milky Way have been forced to band together to keep the Gems out but they've gained a foothold in our galaxy."
"So Swayzak's going to be causing trouble for them now, huh? Still, we need to get the word out. No matter who he attacks Swayzak is trouble and he almost crashed us into the Earth the last time we met him. Who knows what he'll do this time?"
"Agreed." SARA nodded.
"Get Sebben on the line and see if the Titans responded to our message." TOM suggested as he sat back down. "We'll then work on seeing if we can limit the damage Swayzak. Evil Empire or not if Swayzak is involved no one is safe."
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"Hey, what's going on?!"
"I don't know. The entire network is going down!"
When it came to colonizing new planets all of the Diamonds seemed to be rather picky about what planets they chose.
As the leader of the Gem Empire White Diamond often chose planets that reminded her of Homeworld. These planets were often filled with life and resources that were exploited and used to create the image of perfection White Diamond sought in all of her surroundings. She enjoyed shaping the worlds she claimed, making them as bright and beautiful as the light she gave off and bathing her subjects in pure perfection. White Diamond had been colonizing before the second Diamond to be made, Yellow Diamond was created and personally showed her the importance of managing them before allowing Yellow to have her very first planet.
Blue Diamond preferred planets, moons or asteroid rich in ice or water. The third born Diamond always loved the purity and cleanliness that water showed so more often than not her colonies were always filled with water. Most had no life to suffer the invasions and those that did Blue Diamond was slightly more tolerable to the organics, choosing to regulate them to specific locations in the Gem Empire, allowing them to only reproduce at a low level to keep their numbers stable. Despite being a Diamond Blue believed killing organics was unnecessary, seeing them as simple creatures to be herded and allowed to live out their lives and then expire in a reasonable time.
As for the Diamond in charge of Homeworld's military Yellow Diamond often chose colonies with the most resources and fortunately she often chose asteroids rich enough to use. Though she had no qualms about invading planets populated with organic life she found it was far easier to simply find resources on colonies that had no life whatsoever. It allowed for faster production and no resources wasted on dealing with organic infestations. These asteroid colonies were mined heavily, producing new Gems at an amazing rate, creating a population large enough to fill a small planet in a matter of days.
And now suddenly the command staff for one of Yellow's largest asteroid colonies was frantic as the Gem information network seemed to crash.
"Agate, our systems are crashing." A Nephrite cried out.
"Override!" The Agate barked.
"Override nonfunctional."
On the screen appeared an orange demonic…thing that let out a menacing laugh. "Having a little trouble now are we?"
"What is that thing?!" Agate exclaimed.
"That's for me to know and you to find out." The horrific…thing cackled.
"Agate, our ships are reporting…We've lost contact with our ships!" The Nephrite called out.
Agate didn't need to hear anymore as she watched as the Gem ships, either patrolling or had been originally parked began acting erratically. They flew and spun as if the pilots were Spinels instead of Nephrites or trained Rubies, crashing into anything unfortunate enough to be in their way.
CRASH!
SMASH!
BOOM!
"We have to get that thing out!" Agate barked.
"It's no use. The controls are locked!" Nephrite replied.
"Then we cut the power!"
"But what about-"
"DO IT!" Agate barked. "We'll use the warp pads to send warning to Homeworld! They are not connected with the network!"
Unfortunately for the Gems this was not an isolated incident. It was happening to colonies across the entire Gem Empire.
Ships that were infected by Swayzak acted without the control of the pilots and those that had gone to FTL often disappeared, never to return again.
Entire planets, moons and asteroids went dark, throwing the entire Gem Empire into anarchy.
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"That's our cue, boys!" Psycrow grinned, watching his ship's computer show nearby Gem occupied worlds lose control of just about everything. "Let's show the Gems what we do for fun!"
His command was met with enthusiastic cheers.
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"Good evening, NA-ZZ."
Nazz snapped to attention as the leader of the Yellow Division, Yellow Technique herself stood before her. "Yellow Technique! Ma'am!"
Yellow Technique was a slim, dark-skinned character. She had medium pastel yellow colored hair, which covers her right eye. She also has sharp eyebrows and eyelashes and a pointy nose.
Since she was leader of the Yellow Division, Yellow Technique wore customized armor that left her midriff exposed, dark grey shorts, cannon arms, a single yellow right hand glove, a belt, and high heels. In her case, her armor was yellow colored, with a few blue stripes, and the symbol in her belt buckle is a skull. The few times Nazz had seen her she had acted in a calm, relaxed and mature manner but she could be very serious when it comes to disciplining members of the division. She carried with her a commanding presence, one that promised pain if you did not do as she said.
Honestly, it made Nazz idolize her a bit.
This was a woman who not only took charge of what was essentially space boot camp but she also made it a point to look after any and all members, from the oldest to the newest. Strong and yet social.
"At ease." Yellow Technique raised a hand, lowering it as Nazz relaxed. "I was just checking to make sure everyone had made it back to the barracks. You were running a little late."
"Sorry, Ma'am. I wanted to check out the Dragons when I had some down time." Nazz explained, afraid that she was in trouble.
"Ah, I see." Yellow Technique nodded. "I've visited the Dragon Sanctuary myself when I have had the chance."
"You have?"
"I even rode a few of the more dangerous ones." Yellow Technique admitted with a nostalgic smile on her face before returning it back to a look of strict calm. "I'll let it slide this one time but do not make a habit of it. Also I'd like to inform your skills are impressive enough we've upgraded you to Topaz level."
"Topaz level?" Nazz questioned, surprised at being promoted so fast.
"Yes. Usually new recruits require much longer training but since you were already training to fight on Earth it'd be unfair to make things too easy for you." Yellow Technique made a gesture for her to follow. "Please, come with me."
Nazz followed, coming into a room filled with large yellow capsules. This was in fact the barracks where members of the Yellow Division rested during night hours. They were actually comfortable inside, filled with a material softer than any bed Nazz had ever slept on and warm enough that she couldn't complain at all.
At least she never got stiff.
Yellow Technique gestured for her to get into an open one and she did, wondering what was going on. The capsule closed and there was a flash of yellow light. When Nazz opened her eyes the capsule opened up and Yellow Technique helped her out. She also wore a yellow visor over her eyes which she just realized was there.
"Congratulations on your promotion."
Nazz looked down at herself and saw her outfit had been changed. She now wore a maroon vest with Yellow Diamond's insignia, a mahogany top underneath, and dark brown bottoms that cover her feet.
"Wow." Nazz marveled at her new outfit.
"Be ready for tomorrow, NA-ZZ." Yellow Technique advised. "Topaz's are stronger than your average foot soldier."
"Got it, Ma'am." Nazz nodded and slipped back into her capsule.
Yellow Technique nodded, watching as the capsule closed and turned around to head back to her own resting capsule.
A leader's job was never done.
In the meantime Nazz lied down in her capsule, taking a chance to enjoy the warmth she felt while getting used to her new outfit.
'Well, at least I got a promotion while I was here. I can only imagine what Mom and Dad would say if they saw me now.'
Maybe they'll rub her face in it when she gets back.
Xxx
The instant Blue and Yellow Diamond had appeared the battle was a complete massacre for the Crystal Gems. Yellow Diamond was not only fast and powerful but she was precise in her strikes, re-sheathing her Galaxy Storm in between attacks, using it to counter attack and punish any foolish enough to get in her way as she searched the battle field for her target.
"Diamond!"
Then he appeared, lightning crackling around as he held up his hammer. He stood before her as a massive storm appeared above them, winds blowing, thunder booming and lightning scorching the ground around them.
Yellow Diamond recognized him as an Asgardian.
A warrior race able to not only fight Gems but able to fight and win.
He stared her down, eyes even blazing with lightning.
Yellow Diamond was not afraid as she kept one hand on her scabbard and the other on the hilt of her sword. She focused her power into her weapon and in the blink an eye she was above him, bringing her blade down.
CLASH!
He swung his hammer, meeting her sword in a shockwave of lightning that burned the very ground they stood on.
He was small but powerful.
She was a giant but she was fast as the very lightning that surrounded them.
His hammer was tiny compared to her Galaxy Storm but it blocked each strike perfectly.
He flew around her like a mosquito but any light strikes he made were enough for her to feel.
Her rage to destroy the one keeping her from Rose Quartz remained but she felt something else.
Awe that soon became respect.
A grudging respect for perhaps the first warrior ever to meet her in combat and actually fight her.
They continued their battle, becoming something similar to a dance.
Two partners interlocked in a dance of lightning and destruction.
One might say it was beautiful.
But to them it was a battle to end all battles.
One that ended in a blast of light and electricity to bright it could be seen across the entire world…
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The Bifrost touched down on the surface of the Gem Homeworld and when it faded, Team VKJN stood where the light had been.
Valhallen, Viking God of Rock.
The Infraggable Krunk, the Earth's Mightiest Mortal.
Jesse McCree, elite Huntsman and expert in hand-to-hand mixed and gunplay.
And Nier, elite Huntsman from Japan and wielder of the Grimoire Weiss.
They were the team of elite fighters assembled to rescue the Elementals from the Gem Homeworld and now that they were hear it was time to carry out the first phase of the plan.
"All right, now that we're hear it's only a matter of time before the Gems start swarming this area." Valhallen started. "So let's make a quick recap of the plan before moving. Me and Krunk will be the main diversion, luring out the Gem Warriors from the palaces and allowing you guys to sneak in."
"Krunk smash lots of buildings so Gems will try to catch Krunk and Blondie." Krunk said.
"Nier has a spell for sneaking us past all the security." Jesse gestured to Nier. "We find the Elementals and then we slip away."
"Once you guys have the Elementals I'll play a note and summon the Bifrost to send you guys back to Earth while Krunk and I fall back and meet up with you guys after." Valhallen finished, holding up his Mighty Axe.
"All right then. We have a plan now." Nier said, summoning the Grimoire Weiss. "I'll cast the spell of stealth on Jesse and myself now. You guys then get us up to the city."
"Right." Valhallen nodded with a smirk.
The spell was cast just as the alarm klaxons in the Gem city went off.
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Yellow Diamond marched into the Diamond Hall, seeing Blue was already on her throne while White's Pearl stood on the white throne.
"Yellow, we have intruders." The Pearl spoke, possessing its eerie smile.
"Yes. Our security scanners confirm that the intruders are likely Asgardians." Yellow Diamond replied. "They must have spent centuries gathering an army large enough to assault Homeworld. I will hunt them down and exterminate them all and then finish what was started on Asgard."
"If we survive this attack." Blue Diamond muttered absently. "Our communications have been jammed. We cannot call for assistance from our colonies."
"Then we will stop them here and now." Yellow Diamond summoned her Galaxy Storm.
"Then we shall assemble our armies and repel this invasion." White Pearl declared; her words actually the words of White Diamond. "Go forth, Yellow and lead our armies to victory."
Yellow Diamond nodded. "At once, White."
"Blue." The Pearl now turned her attention to Blue Diamond. "The safety of the Elementals is being entrusted to you."
Blue Diamond nodded. "I understand, White."
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Yellow Diamond marched out of the Diamond Hall, satisfied to see her entire court was assembled before her. "Warriors of Homeworld, follow me and we shall destroy the intruders!"
The Gem Warriors cheered as their Diamond led them to find and destroy their enemies.
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"What's that noise?" Wally asked, hearing something come from somewhere above the clouds.
"That would be the distraction we were waiting for." Obsidian replied as the Copter Drones shifted into vehicle mode. "Use my drones to reach the city and find the Elementals."
Cree and Mr. Roboto grabbed onto one drone while Wally and Omnimon, after a moment of consideration grabbed onto another.
Obsidian watched as the drones took off, flying to the upper Gem city above the surface. "Gelorum, Sebben's team has arrived through the Bifrost as predicted. The Gems are mobilizing their forces to intercept them."
"Good." Gelorum replied, sounding pleased. "Then you know what to do."
"Understood." Obsidian looked at Strika who nodded in agreement. "Commencing scan for the Omega Kindergarten."
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"Sounds like they know we're here." Valhallen said, hearing the sound of klaxons, followed by numerous Gem ships heading their way. "You know your jobs. Krunk, it's time we make some noise."
Krunk laughed a bit as he held up his hands. "Krunk love making noise!"
"So let's start." Valhallen readied a string on his guitar and Krunk clapped his hands. "First off, Thunder Smash!"
CLAP!
It was a well-known fact that Valhallen and the Infraggable Krunk were two of the mightiest heroes and warriors on Earth. One on one, they would be formidable for any villain or rogue hunter to face but together they were next to unstoppable. Combining his power over sound with the brute strength of Krunk they released a power attack known as the Thunder Smash. By clapping his hands Krunk could create a shockwave powerful enough to level entire forests but when enhanced with the power of Valhallen's Mighty Axe…
It decimated entire mountains!
The incoming Gem airships, shattering drones and troop transports were blasted back by the sheer force of the Thunder Smash, some even exploding on contact and sending Gems flying everywhere. The attack even started to bring down entire Gem buildings, larger than the biggest skyscrapers on Earth which caused even more mayhem.
"Time to move!" Valhallen hopped onto his guitar and took off with Krunk jumping after them.
The Thunder Smash took out the first wave of Gems in a manner of seconds but another wave was on the way with a few more right behind. In the meantime Nier and Jesse were already cloaked by Nier's spell of invisibility and ran off in the opposite direction of the two Justice Friends.
"Leave to Valhallen and Krunk to be so loud the whole planet could go deaf." Jesse commented, watching from a nearby cave as the Gem armies chased after the heroes. "Come on. Let's go."
Nier and Jesse ran in the direction of the Diamond Palace, the spell Nier cast with the Grimoire Weiss allowing to slip by unnoticed.
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Yellow Diamond narrowed her eyes in anger, seeing the part of Homeworld already decimated by a powerful sonic blast that was no doubt caused by the intruders.
They would suffer horribly for that.
As the leader of Homeworld's military Yellow Diamond was tasked with leading its armies and defending it from invaders.
"Asgardians…I see they've retained their taste for wanton destruction." Yellow Diamond grumbled. "Fan out! Do not stop until you have found the intruders!"
"Yes, Our Diamond!" The Gems serving her complied.
"And be on the lookout for an Asgardian wielding a hammer that emits electricity." Yellow Diamond ordered, holding up her Galaxy Storm. "He is mine…"