Darwin's Soldiers: Disruptive Selection

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3460 on:** December 17, 2010, 03:39:42 AM

(OOC: There needn't be. Many of those who head base security remain so until they die with the bases they protect. Ezekiel kind of makes himself up high enough to command operations outside the base, so he'll consider himself second only to O'Niell, Montgomery, Zenarchis, and the late Branston.)

"I almost forgot," Ezekiel continued. "Mr Sanchez, one of our generous dealers and financiers of Dragonstorm has arrived and wishes to speak to you. I believe he is in our guest quarters."

aabicus (LettuceBacon&Tomato) · **Reply #3461 on:** December 17, 2010, 03:50:30 AM

"I will go meet with him, then. You've done a commendable job discovering this base, Ezekiel," O'Neil nodded in a sign of respect. "Dragonstorm is in your debt."

aabicus (LettuceBacon&Tomato) · **Reply #3462 on:** December 20, 2010, 05:32:49 PM

Sharon noticed the weapon Zanasiu was carrying. "What happened to your old Remington 870?" she joked.
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<Can you think of any more questions to ask Drake to test the limits of his virtual reality machine?> Shelton asked Kerzach silently.

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3463 on:** December 22, 2010, 01:56:42 AM

(New Peenemunde Harbor)

"Only when after we finish our war with the opposition," Ezekiel replied. His lack of emotions provided by his computer-like voice...

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Meanwhile, the financier, Rodrigo Sanchez, was inside the concrete pen, watching the ship from a room in the upper levels. He could see a variety of weapons being installed on board...

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(Crimson Base)

A hangar opened to reveal a C-130 Hercules, loaded with vehicles & equipment. Crimson & Ivory Squadrons were finishing final preparations. While Ivory Squadron left for the plane, Vic was arming himself when Dr Joe arrived, dressed in military gear.

"What are you doing?" Vic questioned. "This isn't the mission for you!"

"It's not for the mission," Dr Joe replied sharply. "Chase is on the road for Texas."

"But we can't divert to Texas..."

"I had it planned out, Vic. You won't lose a minute with me on board."

"But you shouldn't be going off alone..."

"Wally and Emerson are coming with me. I can't get rid of them even if I wanted to. Just keep your mind on the mission."

Before Vic could think of something more to say, Dr Joe kissed his cheek and walked past him, leaving him stumped...

aabicus (LettuceBacon&Tomato) · **Reply #3464 on:** December 23, 2010, 04:48:29 AM

O'Neill nodded and headed for the guest quarters, to speak with Mr. Sanchez.

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"Sorry, I forgot, where exactly are we going again?" Sharon asked Zachary.

Serris · **Reply #3465 on:** December 25, 2010, 10:09:01 PM

(New Mexico)

"We're heading to Texas," Zachary said.

Outside the SUV, a sign came into view. It read "Welcome to Cornova".

"Well, we're staying here for the night," Dr. Zanasiu said.

After a few more minutes of driving, they pulled into a Hampton Inn that was near a strip mall. Dr. Zanasiu then picked up the radio. "All right, everybody out. And remember, no wearing armor in public; we don't want to give people the wrong impression," he said.

Cpl. Stern said nothing as he killed the engine and disembarked, not bothering to remove his armor. He had given up caring about what the public thought about him wearing armor. Granted, he could get away with it because he was clearly dressed as a soldier while the others were not.

The remaining SUVs pulled into the parking lot, which was fairly crowded and packed with several cars.

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Alfred received the transmission and shut off the SUV. He had taken the armor off and carefully laid on the seat.

He looked around the area. "Nice town. Probably not going to find much here but hey, it's nice to relax," he said, stretching as he walked around.

(OOC - Assume the attackers are en route to Gustave's family right now.)

Nick22 · **Reply #3466 on:** December 26, 2010, 01:51:12 AM

Roux was hustled out of the SUV. nice place, better than the place i started the day in " she smiled
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Soi should we sign in and take the upper floors? Aisha asked " At this point I don't care much either way..
- Dr Landon stretched as he got out " Lets go check in guys.. Aisha bring Roux with you..

Serris · **Reply #3467 on:** December 26, 2010, 03:17:00 AM

Alfred packed his armor into its case and grabbed his shotgun case and stepped out of the SUV. "We don't have any other clothes other than what we're wearing," he said. "But I can live with it for a day or two."

Gustave stepped out of the SUV and stretched. His shotgun was strapped across his back.

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Dr. Zanasiu and Cpl. Stern got out of the SUV with their weapons and armor in suitcases.

Zachary yelped as he moved some equipment in the SUV and spotted Chase. "Who the f--- are you!" he shouted.

Cpl. Stern reacted immediately, drawing his pistol and running to Zachary's side. "Identify yourself!" he barked.

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Cobalt Squad was already inside the hotel and waiting for the others. They were not wearing armor but their pistols were clearly visible in holsters.

The hotel's lobby was clean but rather bland. Just some couches in front of a wall mounted flatscreen TV in what was quite clearly the breakfast bar. A vase containing several obviously fake flowers was located on a glass table in the middle of the foyer where the check in desk was located. Several brochures surrounded the vase.

Sgt. Masters lit a cigarette and took a few puffs.

Aydin looked distastefully at him and sat on the couch.

Spc. Crota was curled up on another couch and apparently asleep.

The Mongoose Cobalt soldier and Cobalt Leader were reading a newspaper.

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3468 on:** December 26, 2010, 03:26:40 AM

(Zanasiu's Group)

Chase yelped in fear at the surprise. A noise sounding like a power charging could be heard between him and those that surprised him...

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(New Peenemunde Harbor)

A Cobra slithered up to Sanchez. "Dr O'Niell has arrived..." He hissed.

Sanchez lit a cigar calmly and gave a puff of smoke before answering. "Well then, let's get going."

The two left the room and then the structure for the guest quarters...

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(Crimson Base)

The C-130 was being taxied out onto the runway when the commandos exited the main building, carrying their gear and weapons to the plane...

Serris · **Reply #3469 on:** December 28, 2010, 08:51:51 PM

Cpl. Stern mouthed "Experiment!"

Gustave shoved his way throught the crowd and picked up Chase by the neck with one hand. "A Dragonstorm spy, eh? Well, let's see how well you spy after I break your neck!" he snarled, steadily squeezing Chase's neck.

Cpl. Stern shrugged. He did not approve of Gustave's penchant for physical violence but it may have saved their life.

"Aisha, Dr. Landon! I'm checking in now," Alfred said, picking up his luggage and entering the hotel lobby.

Nick22 · **Reply #3470 on:** December 28, 2010, 09:44:03 PM

Aish and Dr Landon were followed by Roux who looked around at the surroundings ' not bad for a small hotel' roux said ' should i sign in too? she asked, looking at Alfred.."or should i simply have you put my name in?
aisha signed in. ' So whats our room? she asked..

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3471 on:** December 29, 2010, 12:24:50 AM

Chase could only voice "Vic..." before he was unable to speak after the lizard was choking him. The noise around them began to pick up at high speed to a near deafening tone...

...and then explosive shockwaves erupted, blowing car and hotel windows in quick succession...

Serris · **Reply #3472 on:** December 29, 2010, 01:13:31 AM

"Drop him! Now! He's a friend of ours!" Cpl. Stern shouted.

Gustave did just that, dropping Chase to the ground. "How do we know that!?" he countered. "Should've let me snap his neck and make sure he's not a spy," he muttered.

"Hey, you know Vic?" Dr. Zanasiu asked Chase. He glanced at the bulletproof windows on the SUV. They were heavily cracked but not broken.

Car alarms blared as the group spoke.

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"What the-" Cobalt Leader shouted as the windows in the lobby shattered.

The rest of Cobalt Squad ran out to the parking lot with their weapons drawn.

Guests streamed into the lobby. Most of them were unhurt but some of them were cut from the flying glass.

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3473 on:** December 29, 2010, 01:30:13 AM

Chase landed on his tail as he was dropped, gasping for air. He took one look at Gustave before crawling quickly to cling onto Zanasiu's leg.

The SUV radio, undamaged by the explosion, crackled before a voice called in. "James? This is Vic. Can you hear me? Over."

Serris · **Reply #3474 on:** December 29, 2010, 01:44:18 AM

Zachary stuck his head into the SUV and picked up the radio. "This is Zachary, I hear you. James is currently dealing with our stowaway...which Gustave tried to kill," he said.

Cobalt Squad arrived on scene. "What the f--- just happened?" Sgt. Masters asked. He carefully slithered over the broken glass, luckily his uniform was reinforced to prevent punctures from sharp objects.

aabicus (LettuceBacon&Tomato) · **Reply #3475 on:** December 29, 2010, 06:00:09 AM

(ooc: remember that if you need to, you can always play as O'neill)

O'Neil politely knocked on the door to Dr. Sanchez' office.

Nick22 · **Reply #3476 on:** December 29, 2010, 12:11:40 PM

Ok, Now whats going on? Can't we have more than a few hours peace before something else blows up? Dr Landon said stepping carefully around the glass, as he headed out of the hotel, followed by Aisha and Roux. " Oh, this looks promising Roux smirked ' Watch your tongue Roux.. Aisha snapped ' Rather poor choice of words dearie. If you're not careful, my tongue might end up in a new place, if you get my meaning." roux smirked.
_ Aisha glared at her " you try and french me roux and you'll end up with a bullet in your temple, remember its only Dr Landon's scentific interest in you that has kept you breathing to this point. Don't do anything stupid or untoward..and you'll be fine.. Now come on.."

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3477 on:** December 30, 2010, 12:09:06 AM

(Zanasiu's convoy)

There was a pause on the radio. "Is the stowaway a young Fennec Fox?" Vic asked.

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(New Peenemunde Harbor)

As Sanchez and his escort reached the guest quarters, they find out that Dr O'Niel had beaten them to the destination.

"Ah, Professor O'Niel!" Sanchez said.

(OOC: I think you do better as O'Niel, LB&T. Well, you and Serris, anyway.)

Serris · **Reply #3478 on:** December 30, 2010, 01:08:12 AM

(Dr. Zanasiu's Convoy)

Zachary stuck his head out of the SUV. "Yeah, he's cowering behind Dr. Zanasiu," he said.

"We caught a stowaway!" Gustave boomed.

"And Gustave nearly killed him," Cpl. Stern added with a frown.

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(New Peenemunde Harbor)

"Mr. Sanchez, what is it that you wish to discuss?" O'Neill asked. He went over to a minifridge and poured two glasses of bourbon. He handed one to Sanchez and placed it on a table and pulled up a chair. "Please, have a seat and a drink."

He gestured to the additional chair.

Mirumoto_Kenjiro · **Reply #3479 on:** December 30, 2010, 03:03:06 AM

(Zanasiu's Convoy)

"Can you put Chase on the radio?" Vic replied. "And you can tell Gustave that if he ever harms a hair on his ears, and he'll have to answer to Dr Joe when she air drops by to pick Chase up."

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(New Peenemunde Harbor)

Waving the assistant off, Sanchez went to pick up his glass of bourbon, but examines it admiringly as he spoke. "I've been hearing quite a bit of what's happening in this organization with these...rebels, you call them? And I also found out that some bases have been destroyed, as well as a satellite. I paid a lot of my money into Dragonstorm, especially that satellite..."