Total Eclipse Saga Episode 2: Into the Unknown

Flying into space, outside of Mobius there is a large spaceship that has G.U.N on the side heading towards a dark comet that looks very familiar. The spaceship appears to be heading towards the comet.

A voice says, "Lock N' Load, Spider Troupe. We go hot in five."

Inside the G.U.N ship are Team Dark: Shadow, Rouge, Omega, Molly, who is in the Giga Trooper, and Leon, along with G.U.N soldiers, and Team Treasure: Eve, Jazz, Fioan, and Nic standing by ready to dock.

One of the soldiers says, "We've masked our approach, but if those bug-eyed freaks have any windows on that thing, they know we're coming. Do not accept a warm welcome. The minute we dock, you are all cleared to fire at will."

Rouge and Fioan do stretches as Nic and Leon bring out their blasters.

Omega says, "Dock! Dock! Dock!"

"Chao," Jazz replies.

Outside the ship, it releases what looks like a drill then presses its way through the black comet.

The soldier says, "These alien scumbags have crossed the galaxy to ruin our lives, so let's go give 'em a proper 'hello!'"

Everyone turns their heads to see the door begins to open. Everyone hurries out of the ship and into the black comet. They end up seeing a large group of aliens, the Black Arm Aliens.

"Well, it looks like they've sent us a welcoming committee for us," Eve says.

"Didn't waste much time, either," Nic says, tilting her hat.

"Then let's not disappoint their kind invite," Eve says and brings out her sword.

The Black Arms roars and begins to attack. Team Treasure along with Team Dark and Spider Troupe begins to attack as well. Omega brings out heavy fire arms and fires at the Black Volt in the air while Nic, Leon, and Spider Troupes use their blaatrers at them. Rouge and Fiona use their combat skills to deal with them, same with Jazz. Eve then slashes one Black Arm with her sword, and spin dashes another. Shadow punches a Black Assassin, takes its weapon, and kicks it in the face. Shadow turns around to see a large Black Oak attacking a robotic armor. Shadow then uses the blade he confiscated to stab it on the back. The fighters continue to attack as they make their way towards a kind of entrance blocked in stone.

The soldier says, "That's the last of 'em! Get the wounded to the shuttle and let's set up a perimeter, people!"

Leon walks to the robotic trooper, "Doing okay there, Molly?"

"Yes. I'm doing fine," Molly says, from the robotic machine.

Rouge lands on the ground.

"That went well," Rouge says.

And Shadow says, "It was too easy."

"I desire more aliens to shoot," Omega says.

The girls roll their eyes in response.

Rouge rolls her eyes, "Oh brother. Don't worry boys, I'm sure things will get much worse. Then you two can be happy being miserable."

"Rouge," Fiona sternly says.

"Joke all you want. They let us board and sent only a token resistance. Something isn't right," Shadow says.

"I have to agree, Shadow. They're up to something," Eve says.

"What could that be?" Nic asks.

"I don't know," Eve says.

Just then, Andrews walks over with his comrade holding the Nuke.

"We're here to make things right. Happy birthday, hedgehog. I hope you like what we got you," Andrews says.

Then they place the weapon down.

"Presenting the MJolnir-class tactical nuclear warhead. Once armed and anchored, this baby is unmovable and will turn anything in a five mile radius into a fond memory," Andrews says.

Omega comments, "It's beautiful…"

"Omega," Eve says, rolling her eyes.

Shadow then places his hand on the machine, "The Black Arms will be wiped out completely. This… This is our mission."

"I hope so," Eve says, "I still can't believe we have to deal with them again. Never thought there would be more of them in the universe."

"Neither did I," Shadow says.

Flashback:

A few hours ago, in G.U.N HQ, many of the G.U.N soldiers including Team Dark are sitting on chairs as Commander Tower stands at the front of the soldiers.

Commander Tower says, "A new mission for Spider Troupe Team Dark. As you know, the Flying Fleet and majority of our forces are devoted to Operation: Triage to deal with the aftermath of the shattering planet. But a new crisis has arisen. What I'm about to tell you must remain strictly confidential. If the public were to learn of this, the situation will spiral out of control.

"Out with it, then," Shadow sternly says.

Commander firmly glares at Shadow.

Commander Tower says, "Before we get started, I have an announcement to make."

That earns the attention of everyone in the room.

"Since the situation is serious, I've enlisted the help of the Freedom Fighters," Which has everyone surprised, "However, because most of them are sent on dealing with the Aftermath, I was able to have one team to assist us on this mission," Commander Tower says.

Shadow responds in thought, "I have a feeling who the Commander wants to bring specifically."

Commander Tower says, "You can come in now."

And right on cue, Eve along with Jazz Nic, and Fiona walk into the room.

"Hey guys," Eve says.

"Hi," Fiona says.

"Howdy," Nic says.

"Chao chao," Jazz says.

"Well well, looks like Eve and Team Treasure will be joining us," Rouge says.

Eve walks over and sits next to Shadow.

"Hi Shadow," Eve says.

"Hello Eve, I seee that we'll be working together," Shadow says.

"Appears so," Fiona says.

Jazz flies and snuggles Shadow. Shadow shows a calm smile and pats Jazz on the head.

"Now that everyone is accounted for, it's time that I explain our mission," Commander Tower says.

He then presents the screen that shows a comet approaching the planet, and the comet looks very familiar.

Commander Tower says, "We've detected a new Black Comet outside the atmosphere of our world. The Black Arms are back."

Everyone gasps in shock, Team Treasure and Team Dark are especially shocked.

"Impossible," Shadow says.

"Are we sure? The Eclipse Cannon blew up the Black Comet, and Shadow and Eve already destroyed the core of their hive mind," Rouge asks.

"All of the ARK's sensory data confirms it," Commander Tower says.

"You mean, after all that, there's a Black Arm Colony still out there?" Eve asks, stunned.

"I'm afraid so," Commander Tower says and walks to Shadow and Eve, and says, "Shadow. Eve. You spent the most time within their ranks. You're part alien yourselves. Can you provide us with any insight?"

Shadow his eyes annoyed and irritated. Eve then places her hand on his shoulder, calming him down.

Shadow then answers, "Their leader, Black Doom… did not share much with me. Any discussions we had were about the invasion, not about… other Black Arm colonies..."

"Sadly, Shadow is right. When Black Doom captured me, I tried demanding answers from him, but all he ever told us was about their invasion on Mobius," Eve says.

"Nothing else?" Fiona asks.

"No. No matter how much Shadow and I tried to get answers, all he talked about was us gathering the Chaos Emeralds and their invasion," Eve says.

Then Shadow says, "Regardless-if these are the Black Arms, or impostors, they pose a threat to the world I've sworn to protect. I will destroy them. We both will."

"Good to hear," Commander Tower says, not entirely convinced, "Now then-" and explains, "Team Dark, Team Treasure, and Spider Troupe will take our one assault shuttle and intercept the New Black Comet. Team Dark and Team Treasure will infiltrate the New Black Comet, find a way to its core, and insert a nuclear device. Once detonated, it will vaporize any trace of the invaders. Spider Troupe will provide support. Expect heavy resistance."

One of the troupe raises his hand, "Sir, with all due respect, isn't that a bit overkill?"

"It's the simplest option. Even if we eliminate all the alien forces inside-" Commander Tower says.

"I could do it," Omega says.

"There's no guarantee the unpiloted comet wouldn't hit us. The planet obviously doesn't need any more damage. We're blowing it up to remove all potential threats," Commander Tower says.

Then Omega says, "I could do that as well!"

"No aliens, no comet, no problem, works for me," Rouge says.

"You're all dismissed," Commander Tower says.

Soon, everyone takes their leave.

But then Commander Tower says, "Rouge? Omega? Leona? Molly? Fiona? Nic? A word please."

Everyone leaves the room except for Commander Tower, and those he called to stay behind. Shadow and Eve look confused, and wonder what Commander Tower wants to talk to their teammates about.

Flashback Ends

Leon informs Andrews, "Perimeter secure. All hostiles confirmed neutralized."

"Good work, Leon. Let's get ready for the next push," Andrews says.

Leon then turns to Eve and the rest of his team.

"Glad we got them taken care of, but these seem like the same aliens that we fought before," Fiona says,

"I have to agree, Fi," Rouge says.

Fiona gets annoyed, "Don't call me that."

Then turns to Shadow, "Still think they're imposters?"

"I… don't know," Shadow says, "I sensed the Black Arms were one race, all in the place."

Then turns to Eve, "You can sense it too, right Eve?"

"Yes. I can," Eve says.

"Sensed?" Rouge questions.

Shadow says, "We share a loose connection with their hive-mind. Their blood is in my and Eve's veins. I can… know some of what they know. Feel them moving through the comet…"

Rouge and Omega look at each other. Even Nic and Fiona look concerned.

Rouge says, "Well… don't go too deep into their thoughts. We don't want you thinking like you're one of them."

"Don't worry guys, we're never going to be like them. Ever," Eve says.

"Good to hear," Nic says.

Shadow walks away, "Hmph. We're wasting time. Let's go."

"Spider Troupe will transport the Nuke while Tower's pet freaks take the point. Sounds good to you?" Andrews questions.

"Try not to get killed," Shadow answers.

With that, Team Dark, Team Treasure, and Spider Troupe continue forward and begin to walk through the entrance to get to the next area of the Black Comet. Unknown to them, something is secretly spying on them as they enter.

And soon, a voice speaks through it, "And here they come. Here he comes… Black Doom's greatest creation… and executioner. Along with the secret creation Dr. Gerald had."

It's revealed to be some kind of grey starfish with six squamous probes striped with red lines and a brutally large red-orange eye in its center. Around its eye and moving along its limbs, it has six red triangle-markings.

In an unknown chamber, there is a large Black Arm alien that has a resemblance to their former leader, Black Doom. This Black Arm has a pale greenish floating upper body, three yellow eyes, and sharp teeth. He wears a red robe with yellow and black patterns, and a blue hood. This Black Arm name is Black Death, the current leader of the Black Arms.

Through the eye, which is called Death's Eye, he can see the group entering the room.

"I knew this meeting would be inevitable. I just assumed it would be more on my terms, " Black Death says.

He then places his hands together as he says,"Perhaps it's for the best. The humans and Mobians will provide much-needed nourishment for my small army. It has been too long since we had a proper meal…"

Black Death turns his head to see that he's not the only one in the room. Another Black Arm Alien, hidden in the shadows.

Black Death says, "...Especially since we delayed ourselves for the sake of your experiment."

"The Dark Arms will make us strong, my master. Now more than ever, your children need strength," The Black Arm says.

"True enough, and you…" Black Death says.

He then turns to the screen to see Shadow and Eve on it, "You will get to fulfill your purpose earlier than expected. Shadow will pay for his treason, along with his sister, Eve."

"Of course- if they cannot be shown the error of his way," The Black Arm says and slowly steps out of the shadows, "After all, we're so few now. I hate to lose a 'brother'. And if all goes as planned, I will also gain a 'sister,' to join our cause."

Back to Shadow, Eve, and the others, they walk through the entrance and into a different area of the comet.

Rouge says, "Y'know, I joked about there be plenty of aliens to fight, but now I think they're hiding just to spite me."

"Is that, or they're waiting for the next attack," Fiona says.

One of the soldiers asks, "Is our progression making any sense to you?"

"Negative. The structural design is as alien as their technology," Omega says.

"Take it easy, Tin-man. We've got our resident alien-hybrid-things to show us the way," Andrews says, looking at Shaodw and Eve when he says it.

"Proposal! I shoot us a new hallway!" Omega says, bringing out his blaster.

"Okay one, you're not going that, Omega," Eve says, annoyed. Then turns to Andews, "And second, alien-hybrid-things? Really?"

Shadow glares at Andrews, "Are you trying to antagonize us?"

"Maybe, why? Does it hurt your wittle feelings?" Andrews mocks.

Shadow walks away, "No. It just makes you sound like an idiot."

That makes Rouge, Eve and the others begin to laugh as Shadow shows a smirk on his face. Even Jazz giggles in response. Shadow then places his hand on the wall and uses his own mind link to figure out anything.

Rouge walks over and asks, "Shadow? Are you okay?"

Fine. I'm… fine. I was trying to tap into the hive-mind for… direction," Shadow answers.

"Maybe I can help. I was trapped on the Black Comet before," Eve says.

Eve then places her hand on the wall and uses her own mind link to figure out the directions. Eve begins to feel dizzy and moves away, and shakes her head in response.

"You okay?" Nic asks.

"I'll be fine. I might have some idea of where we're going, but I'll have to go further down to get any leads," Eve says

"I'm sure once we get further down we'll get more answers," Shadow says.

Then turns to Omega to ask, "Omega I want to ask you something."

"What?" Omega questions.

Then Shadoe asks, "When you turned on Dr. Eggman and became a force for good, did you have difficulty… Warring against other robots? Your own kind?

"None whatsoever," Omega answers, "I was built to destroy. Dr. Eggman keeps building his inferior robots. I keep destroying them. I am content." He then asks, "What was the purpose of your query?"

"No reason forget I asked," Shadow says.

Eve sighs and says, "It figures as much. You just want to destroy something in your path."

"Remind me why he became part of Shadow's team," Fiona responds.

"Chao chao," Jazz replies.

The groups continue to walk around the comet more. They soon walk in some red room with some purple round thing and line on the wall.

"Dead end. Could the Black Arms be messing with you? Sending you false information?" Rouge asks.

One of the female soldiers turns and notices something on the wall.

She asks, "I remember seeing that goop-ey stuff all over the place when the aliens hit Prison Island? What is that gunk?"

"I'm not sure how to translate it," Shadow says.

He places his hand on the gunk and says, "Conduit gel? It's an oozing fungus the Black Arms used for quick transport."

"Is it difficult to use?" Rouge asks.

"Well, I think it's impossible for anyone who is not a Black Arm to use, but since Shadow and I are part Black Arm, we were able to use it just fine. Though, after the first time I used it, I don't think I want to anytime soon," Eve says. Then mutters, "Or ever for that matter."

"And you don't have to," Shadow says, "I'll take this and scout ahead."

The others are shocked to hear it.

"That's too risky, Shadow," Nic says.

"Chao," Jazz replies.

"I agree. We should stick together. We're outnumbered in hostile territory, we need you to guide us," Rouge says.

"I'm only scouting ahead. I'll be fine," Shadow says.

Eve then walks up to Shadow, "Then I'm going with you."

"No Eve, it would be best for you to stay here," Shadow says.

"But Shadow, I can't just let you go alone," Eve says.

"I know the risk, which is important for you to stay with the group. If anything were to happen to me, you're the only one who can lead them through the comet. You can tap into their hive mind and give the Troupe direction on where to go," Shadow explains.

Eve sighs, "I suppose you're right, but promise me to be careful. Okay."

"I will. I'll be fine," Shadow says.

Shadow then turns to this gel on the wall. He then spin dashes into it and down the pipe on the wall.

Eve softly days to herself, "Please be careful, Shadow."

Shadow continues to travel through the Conduit Gel until he spin dashes out on the other side. However, he looks to see he is in a large chamber of Black Arm aliens, and they notice him.

"...Blast it, Rouge. Stop being right all the time," Shadow mutters in anger.

Back in the chamber, it suddenly seals up with the humans and Mobians on it.

"What the?!" Fiona exclaims.

Andrews calls out, "Safeties off! We've got incoming!"

"Negative-no alien life signs detected. However, I'm reading trace elements of an aerosol neurotoxin ten parts per million… thirty parts… rising," Omega says.

"They're going to gas us," The female soldier, Cooper says.

"Worse! They did this to us on the first Black Comet!" Eve says, knowing what they're doing.

"What's worse than being gassed?" Cooper asks.

Rouge knows it too, and says, "The gas isn't to KILL us! It's going to paralyze us so they can EAT US!"

Back in the large chambers, the Black Arm Aliens have Shadow surrounded, but Shadow is not bothered by it, and is more determined.

"Their ambush is pointless. When I have Chaos Control!" Shadow says.

He snaps his fingers to activate his power, but nothing happens.

Shadow says in shock, "What?"

Just then, one of the Black Arms slams Shadow to the ground.

Shadow grabs the Black Arm by the arm and flips it over. Shadow then uses his fist to punch and feet to kick them. He then spin dashes up in the air, and hits the Black Arm alien in the air. Shadow tries to fight them with brute force, but there are too many Black Arms coming to attack. Shadow takes deep breaths of exhaustion and ends up on his knees.

Before the Black Arms can attack, a voice appears and says, "Hold on! Hold on! We don't want to kill him if we don't have to!"

Shadow looks up as he asks, "Who… Who are you?"

"Me? I am like you in a way," The voice says.

Shadow looks to where the voice is coming from. Then see a mysterious figure standing a short distance away in the shadows.

The creature has a grayish blue color skin, with a pale blue muzzle. It has two red stripes that also connect to a pattern around his black eyes with glowing yellow in the middle. It appears to have quills. A strip on two while the other two have a red marking on the bottom. It has three claws on each of his arms with red markings and two spikes. On its ankles are red markings, and has a tail with a sharp red arrow tip on it.

The creature begins to come out to reveal himself to them as he says, "A living weapon built for a singular purpose. The Black Arm Biology perfected. I am the shadow that blocks out the last light of hope. I am Eclipse the Darkling."

The alien maniacally laughs as Shadow stares at this new foe.