Chapter 1: Disclaimer
Chapter Text
FanFiction world, this is Major Nomad once again. As always, this content is not meant to bash Sledgehammer Games or anyone else who was involved with the original. This is just to show what a remaster could be when the creators are not afraid to break the lore to make a more accurate and content-filled remake of Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare. If made into another form of media, I recommend making it a well-made 3D animation series.
Like the other remakes, this has been a long time coming. As the goal of remaking this forgettable campaign has been in my head and to-do list ever since I got into the CODs of the 8th video game console generation. Hope I can do well here.
And be advised, there will be some broken continuity and time-based facts because, for some reason, this game has some of the strangest time jumps I've ever seen. And I want to change that in order to remove confusion, even in something as minute as time as a linear concept.
Similar to Corporate Warfare, my military nerd self will be at work for half of the weapons, gear, vehicles, etc. of the characters and factions. While the other half is self-explanatory, thanks to Advanced Warfare providing details for its guns.
Once more, I leave no new reader behind. So here is my Remake Series in exact order:
1. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Remake
2. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 3 Remake
3. Call of Duty Modern Warfare 2 Remake Expansion
4. Call of Duty Black Ops 2 Remake
5. Call of Duty Ghosts Remake
6. Call of Duty Ghosts 2
7. Call of Duty Corporate Warfare (very important for the Advanced Warfare remaster)
In other news, fellas and fellarettes, real talk. I suppose now is as good a time as any for me to share my future plans here since I'm a few steps closer to growing up. Yep, even though it can hurt to say goodbyes, we all gotta grow up at some point.
Don't worry, this important conversation has nothing to do with the low numbers and reviews of Call of Duty Corporate Warfare. I'm aware that everyone's got their cup of coffee and the opposite of that.
And I know that nobody wants to be reminded of real-world geopolitics when enjoying a piece of entertainment. It's just that the plans I have in real life will take up most, if not all, of my time and attention, as they should.
Making FanFictions at that point would be near impossible, and the future is too big to fail. Besides, to me, this is just a hobby, nothing more, nothing less.
Now, I ain't saying that this remake will be my last project. In fact, I believe you deserve to know my road map going forward:
1. Call of Duty Corporate Warfare (complete)
2. Call of Duty Advanced Warfare Remake
3. Call of Duty Black Ops 3 Remake
4. Call of Duty Black Ops 4 Remake
5. Top Gun: Lonestar (final project)
Okay, with news from reality out of the way, it's time to get back to some escapist fun. Thank you so much for waiting and reading my content.
As well as allowing dumbasses like me to entertain you in the FanFiction world. I will forever cherish the good times here when this is all over, fellas and fellarettes.
Talk again later, and I hope you enjoy.
Nomad, out.
Chapter 2: Peacetime
Chapter Text
This new introduction to the campaign starts off with an opening cinematic that is similar to the one in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 (2009). With scenes and dialogue from Call of Duty Corporate Warfare this time.
Johnstone-Bridger: Aside from the British Empire, who else defeated America in war?
Roid: Vietnam.
Fontaine: Brilliant plan, Madame Secretary-General.
Will: *extends right hand* Staff Sergeant Will Irons, Marine Raider Regiment.
Cristy: *shakes Will's hand* Second Lieutenant Cristy Weston, ATLAS Corporation Military Logistics Division. Call me Cristy, even though you'll be calling me Chess Queen on comms later.
Logan: All Reaper callsigns, we are given the green light. Grab your gear, get into position and wait for my go. Remember, all American English.
Spectre: ...be advised, you are rescuing civilians who can start a disinformation campaign. Or worse, a civil war. Danger close. I say again, danger close. Sanitize the area before dangerous information can spread like a cancer, over.
Will: No, no, no, I understand. What I don't get is the purpose of this TINY ASS C.I.A. Black Station filled with white, blonde-haired, blue-eyed Americans flaunting "Made in U.S.A." clothes and equipment with no satellite overwatch or IRF on standby 24/7!
Burnett: *exhales* What a load of bullshit! Do you honestly think we would believe in the idea that USSOCOM would task you for this Mission: Impossible shit?!
Gutierrez: What the fuck are you trying to be, some preacher for the enemy?! *laughs* Maybe you could train to become a chaplain! Then you can sing them a hymn! *laughs*
[Su-27s fly by]
[Su-30MKKs fly by]
Ingham: You hear that? That's the sound of you jumping into some deep shit, Preacher.
Preacher: *pats Sonja's left shoulder* Task Force Grizzly?
[M4A1 fire]
[MK18 fire]
Preacher: *catches Sonja* NO!
Cora: NO!
[M4A1 fire]
[M249 Para fire]
[thud]
Burnett: Together again, Preacher! Let's sort this mess out, like you promised! Task Force Grizzly, advance! Let's kill this piece of shit Irons for good!
Task Force Grizzly: Oo-rah!
Carrington: If you really care about Task Force Grizzly, then give up and let us kill you!
Hartford: Stop pretending to be something you're not! Free the Marine Corps from your fucked up family by dying today!
Lorenzo: Louis and Shaun are right, you know. If you really care about us, then you should just kill yourself and let us go. You're not a Marine. You're not even an American patriot. You're nothing more than a treasonous Irons, just like your grandpa and old man.
Gutierrez: *laughs* Like an Irons would know anything about loyalty!
Burnett: You cannot change! You will ALWAYS... be... an American traitor!
Preacher: I tried to save you two from this fate before I left. But I can't rescue those who don't want to be rescued. Which means... you might be the first ever U.S. Military leaders in the Second Vietnam War... to get fragged.
[MORS fire]
[Minuteman III ICBMs exploding]
U.S. Military: U.S.A.! U.S.A.! U.S.A.!
Australian Military: U.S.A.! U.S.A.! U.S.A.!
Korean Military: U.S.A.! U.S.A.! U.S.A.!
Winslow Accord: U.S.A.! YEAH! *cheering* *clapping* *whistling* WHOOO!
Lennox: Bet Task Force Grizzly wouldn't be able to make it this far if they had lived.
Preacher: They probably would've made this W.A. victory all about themselves. I should know.
Cormack: Glad you're not like them, Will.
Preacher: I thank God for that... and this. *smiles* YEAH!
Sentinel Team: YEAH! WHOOO!
SCAR Team: YEAH! WHOOO!
Viking Team 6: YEAH! WHOOO!
Task Force Mako: YEAH! WHOOO!
Two Years Later
Peacetime
July 4th, 2054 - 04:30:02
SSgt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Camp Lejeune, NC, United States of America
July 4th, 2054 - 04:30:02, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States of America, Staff Sergeant Will 'Preacher' Irons (Glen Powell) wakes up on time to start his 4th of July early and off duty. But as he is about to deactivate his alarm clock, First Lieutenant Cristy 'Chess Queen' Weston (Zoey Deutch), his girlfriend, does it for him and surprises him with her wearing an American flag bikini and a pair of blue high heels.
[alarm clock blares]
Preacher: *smiles* Happy birthday, America. *stretches*
[alarm clock stops]
Cristy: Happy birthday, America indeed, Marine.
Preacher: Holy shit.
Cristy: *giggles* Good morning, Will, baby.
[Preacher and Cristy French kiss]
Preacher: *chuckles* Good morning, Cristy, honey. Ready for our morning run?
Cristy: Of course. Your workout American flag hoodie, your backpack, your plate carrier, your battle belt, and your guns are already set.
Preacher: What about the red, white and blue sneakers I got for you?
Cristy: Also ready. And don't worry, I may be capable of running in a bikini but not in high heels.
Preacher: You're the best.
Cristy: Best friend or best operator?
Preacher: Both. *chuckles*
Cristy: *giggles* Aw, you really do love me. *kisses Preacher*
Preacher and Cristy would then head out for their early morning jog, with the Staff Sergeant holding his MK20 SSR and the female First Lieutenant armed with her HBRa3 w/ Target Enhancer. 04:59:52, Irons Western Estate, Arlington, Virginia, in his mansion's office, Jonathan Irons (Kevin Spacey) sleeps on his personal computer with the two recordings of Sir Alex Roid and Dame Véronique Fontaine he got from Beijing and Hanoi waiting to be replayed, and electronic bank statements with unspecified senders.
He is then awaken by his smartphone's alarm and his wife/Preacher's mom/CFO (Chief Financial Officer) of ATLAS Corporation, Aurora Irons (voiced and played by Angela Bassett).
[smartphone rings]
Jonathan: Huh? Oh, right. Showtime. *turns alarm off*
[door opens]
Aurora: Ah, happy 4th of July, dear. *kisses Jonathan*
Jonathan: *hugs Aurora* Happy 4th of July, honey.
Aurora: Burned the midnight oil?
Jonathan: Oh, yeah. Just wanted to make sure no work needs to be done today.
Aurora: Any regrets?
Jonathan: Of course. But... the last thing I want to do is start slashing salaries and budgets. For what it's worth, I hope they can understand.
Aurora: I do, always will.
Jonathan: *nods* You know, the more I look at Preacher and Cristy, the more I see the two of us when we were their age.
Aurora: *giggles* William, Jon. You're not in the Marine Corps anymore, and I still despise the origin of our son's callsign. Also, I can't help it, but I'm still not sure about Lieutenant Weston.
Jonathan: *chuckles* Don't worry, he's still comfortable with it. You know how sentimental reasons work. And I am positively sure that Cristy is perfect for Will.
Aurora: I'll take your word for it, but a mother can't help but worry. I still wish he would change his nickname to something more of his style.
Jonathan: Now, that would be hard, Aurie. Considering all of the cool sniper nicknames are already taken.
[Jonathan and Aurora laugh at each other]
06:58:01, ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters, Arlington, Virginia, just before opening time, Right Hand Squadron finishes their physical training. While on his way to raise the American flag, First Sergeant Maynard Drelick gets his teammates in the 4th of July mood.
Drelick: Damn lucky to have lived here when the U.K. lost its shit, right Gideon?
Gideon: Yeah, bloody lucky indeed. Grateful America took me in, too.
Joker: Hey, British or American, you're still one of us.
Carter: That includes you, Ilona. You should release the tension. Today's a great day to do it.
Ilona: Sure, but I'm still not celebrating. ATLAS answers to no country. And I don't want to answer to one again.
Joker: Whatever, Ilona. But you gotta at least show some gratitude. And if you can't do that, then you better not ruin this day for us.
Ilona: Heh, no promises, Joker.
Joker: Oh, yeah?
Gideon: Alright, Joker, that's enough. She's only fucking with you.
Joker: Yeah, sure, boss. Don't worry about it.
Torres: Ah, brooding. Ilona's favorite personality trait. Like Cristy said. That's just the way Ilona is. She can't help it.
Ilona: Is mentioning Lieutenant Weston really necessary?
Rivers: Ain't our fault she annoys the shit out of you.
Baron: Let me help you with the flag, Maynard.
Drelick: Be my guest, Zach.
Regardless of the conflicting ideas, Right Hand Squadron, including Ilona, stand at attention for the Star Spangled Banner. 11:40:07, the Irons Family ft. Cristy, Right Hand Squadron ft. Brigadier General Jerome 'Prophet' Norton and all of ATLAS have a massive barbecue lunch.
The Staff Sergeant, now in his other fresh American flag hoodie, enjoys time with his friends, family and Cristy, who is now in her own matching American flag hoodie, until Major DeSean Cormack (Russell Richardson) and Captain Malcolm Knox show up in their Dress Blues without the 4th of July spirit.
Cristy: Mmm, those steaks and thick fries smell nice, Will.
Drelick: *sniffs* Yeah, that dog gon' hunt. Damn, P, you can cook.
Preacher: Thank my buddy, Jack. He's the top secret Michelin Star chef of Sentinel Team. Helps keep the MREs (Meal, Ready-to-Eat) away.
Aurora: First Sergeant Drelick?
Drelick: Right. Sorry, ma'am, Will.
Preacher: Don't worry about it, Maynard.*smiles* Ah, you know I own 'Preacher' proudly, Mom.
Aurora: I know, but I still can't help it. Lieutenant Weston, give my son some space to cook.
Preacher: That's okay, Mom. She can stay.
Jonathan: Aurora, come on. Food's almost ready, and the tables aren't set yet.
Joker: *sniffs* Oh, yeah. You're a lucky lady, Cristy.
Cristy: *laughs* Ah, maybe.
Preacher: Real funny, John. *laughs*
Joker: Just busting your balls, Will. *laughs*
Gideon: Eh, look on the bright side. John only wants backwoods hillbilly women with no sense of personal hygiene.
Joker: Hey, that's not what your mom told me last night.
Preacher and Cristy: *laughing*
[Gideon and Joker laugh at each other]
[distant tiltrotor rotor]
Prophet: I was gonna let you all know that that tiltrotor's coming.
Preacher: An Osprey? Hope it's Sentinel Team.
Gideon: Let me help you with the grill, mate.
Preacher: Thanks, man.
[door opens]
Preacher: DeSean, Malcolm! Good to see you.
Cormack: Likewise, Will. Listen, we'd hate to crash this party and stop you from spending time with Cristy, but we have a crisis situation.
Preacher: Oh, shit.
Knox: "Oh, shit." is right, Preacher. Winslow Accord is deploying us and the Australians to South Korea. The North has restarted the Korean War by taking the DMZ (Demilitarized Zone) and camping out of Seoul. *gives deployment letter*
Preacher: *sighs* Well, in the words of the Westbrook Family, it's what we do. I'll pack my bags. Don and Jack?
Cormack: Already at headquarters. We're waiting on you.
Preacher: Copy.
Cristy: Packing?
Preacher: Orders, I'm afraid. *gives deployment letter*
Cristy: Hey, it's okay. We can make up for this when you get back. Just answer America's call and take care of each other, alright?
Preacher: I will. Thanks for the support.
Cristy: *kisses Preacher* Always.
Jonathan: Crisis situation?
Preacher: Crisis situation. *hugs Jonathan* You guys can eat without me, I gotta go already.
Gideon: Got it. Look after yourself, Will.
Preacher: I will.
Aurora: *hugs Preacher* Take care and stay alive.
Preacher: As always.
Knox: C'mon, we'll take you to your house.
Aurora: (quietly) Took them long enough.
Jonathan: (quietly) Couldn't they have waited until tomorrow? *sighs*
In less than 24 hours, Preacher, Cormack, Knox, Gunnery Sergeant Don Jackson and Gunnery Sergeant Jack Mitchell (Troy Baker) are on board their respective U.S. Marine Corps Assault Airship. Which is heading towards the now besieged Korean DMZ.
Chapter 3: Operation Unseen Guillotine Prep Work
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
FN MK20 SSR
Paint Job: Black
Scope: Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm M5C3 FFP TMR Riflescope
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: 20-Round SCAR Magazine
Secondary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Cormack
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Lennox
Outfit:
24th Special Tactics Squadron Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
24th Special Tactics Squadron Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Mitchell
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Jackson
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Knox
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Smokejumper
Outfit:
Australian S.A.S.R. Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava, White Military Shemagh
Eyewear: Rimless Orange-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear FastFit Tactical Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, Australia Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Australian S.A.S.R. Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
KAC SR-25
Scope: Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm M5C3 FFP TMR Riflescope
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Backup Optic: Trijicon Backup Red Dot Sight (top of scope)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SR-25 Rifle Suppressor 7.62/.300
Sidearm:
Glock 45
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 19-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Victoria
Outfit:
707th Special Mission Group Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: White Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, South Korea Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
707th Special Mission Group Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HK416 A5
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Vertical Foregrip
Stock: Magpul CTR Carbine Stock
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M3 MOE
Sidearm:
Glock 17 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Tyler
Outfit:
2050 SEAL Team 4 Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: 2050 Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: 2050 Black Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Black Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: 2050 Black-Rimmed Gold-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, All Black U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
SEAL Team 4 Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
Warsport LVOA-C
Paint Job: White
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 5.56 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: White and Dodger Blue
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Chapter 4: IRF
Chapter Text
July 5th, 2054 - 07:51:19, 9 Miles East Of The Korean DMZ, in the USMA (United States Marines Airship) Swordbreaker's assembly room, Sentinel Team catches up with Lieutenant Colonel Norman Lennox, Major Benjamin 'Smokejumper' White, Captain Victoria Seo-ah Mi (Nancy Jewel McDonie) and Lieutenant Junior Grade Tyler Powers (Wyatt Russell) before the briefing starts.
Preacher: *smiles* Hey, Norman, Benji, Victoria, Ty'! What's up, guys?
Lennox: *chuckles* *hugs Preacher* Not much, kiddo. You?
Preacher: Same old, but with some 4th of July excitement.
Smokejumper: *hugs Preacher* Great to see you again, Will. Shame your holiday had to be ruined.
Preacher: Missed you too, buddy. And it's nothing. Answering short notice calls is what we signed up for.
Tyler: *hugs Preacher* If it ain't my favorite Marine. Good to see you, dude.
Preacher: My favorite SEAL. Good to see you too, man.
Victoria: *hugs Preacher* Happy you and Sentinel Team could make it, William.
Preacher: Glad you and the others can make it too, Victoria.
Mitchell: Careful, Will. Don might get jealous.
Jackson: *flips off Mitchell* Asshole.
Preacher and Victoria: *laughing*
Jackson and Mitchell: *laughing*
But the happy reunion gets rudely interrupted when the Assault Airship flies over Carrier Strike Group Three, the USS Abraham Lincoln's carrier strike group.
USMA Swordbreaker Captain: All hands, be advised, we're flying over the bombed USS Abraham Lincoln strike group now. I say again, we are flying over the bombed USS Abraham Lincoln strike group now. Transmitting live feed.
Preacher: Wait! BOMBED?!
All: WHOA! What the fuck?! What the hell?!
Preacher: No, no, NOOOO!
Smokejumper: Those North Korean fuckers!
Victoria: I'm so sorry, America.
Jackson: So that's the crisis situation our letters didn't tell us.
Lennox: What the hell happened?
Tyler: Remember Beratrix? She and her wingmen were conducting a long-range patrol when three short-range nuclear missiles from North Korea hit the USS Abraham Lincoln. And with it, Carrier Strike Group Three.
Preacher: Are Beratrix, Falcon, Thompson and Stash alright?
Tyler: Yeah, they were out of the nukes' blast radii. But they had to fight their way to Carrier Strike Group Five as North Korean MiG-29s and U.N. Su-47s chased after them. I was on the USS Ronald Reagan waiting to be posted on the Abraham Lincoln when North Korea renewed this one hundred one-year-old conflict. I was also one of the first to tend to them when they landed.
Mitchell: What a shitshow.
Battle Commander: Sentinel Team! Where the fuck is Sentinel Team?! Major Cormack, Lieutenant Colonel Lennox, bring all six your men! With me, NOW!
Lennox: Yes, sir.
Cormack: On your six, sir.
Victoria: Six? *points and quietly counts* Minus Lennox and Cormack, we're seven.
Preacher: It's okay, Captain. C'mon.
Now that the USMA Swordbreaker is hovering over the Korean Demilitarized Zone, Colonel Dexter Littleton, callsign: Battle Commander (just "Battle Commander" in the original), the commanding officer of the Marine Raider Regiment, assembles Sentinel Team, including their old Winslow Accord teammates, for Operation Unseen Guillotine. A mission from the top that will go a long way with the hearts and minds of every single victim of North Korea.
Battle Commander: Just the people I need. Cormack, since your one-time joint effort two years ago was so successful and our new orders require a Tier 1 immediate response force, I'll be utilizing it for this op. Which means Task Force Sentinel is reactivated. With the five of us this time. Marine Raider Regiment, 24th Special Tactics Squadron, SEAL Team 4, Australian S.A.S. Regiment, 707th Special Mission Group.
Cormack: That's good news, sir. But just to clarify, Task Force Sentinel wasn't exactly my—
Battle Commander: Don't worry, it doesn't matter. What does matter is that I was on a secure video call with POTUS three minutes ago. She's called it. We can no longer leave Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un in power. With his forces and the U.N.'s support, he can conquer South Korea for good and wipe out the entire 7th Fleet, with us along with it. We have been tasked... to KILL the motherfucker!
Task Force Sentinel: YEAH! *cheering* *clapping*
Battle Commander: I'm glad you're pleased. Now, here's how Operation Unseen Guillotine will go.
Preacher: (quietly) Long time coming, right Captain?
Victoria: (quietly) Indeed, William.
Team Composition:
Task Force Sentinel
Operators:
Sentinel 1: Maj. DeSean Cormack
Sentinel 2: Cpt. Malcolm Knox
Sentinel 3: Lt. Col. Norman Lennox
Sentinel 4: Maj. Benjamin 'Smokejumper' White
Sentinel 5: Cpt. Victoria Seo-ah Mi
Sentinel 6: LTJG. Tyler Powers
Sentinel 7: GySgt. Don Jackson
Sentinel 8: GySgt. Jack Mitchell
Sentinel 9: SSgt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Logistics:
Battle Commander: Col. Dexter Littleton
Task Force Sentinel
Preacher
IRF
July 5th, 2054 - 10:51:09
SSgt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
Pyongyang, North Korea
Exo Type:
Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Cloak: Activated
Grapple: Activated
According to deep cover South Korean Intelligence assets, Kim Jong Un is leaving his country to command the Korean People's Army from the safety and lavish comfort of the United Nations Headquarters. At this time, the Supreme Leader is en route to Pyongyang International Airport via motorcade, with his secret service augmented by the Korean People's Army Special Operations Forces.
Task Force Sentinel is in position all over the airfield, waiting for the right time to strike. With Preacher, Mitchell and Jackson on its air traffic control tower, which they quietly and violently took.
Preacher: All Sentinels, I have Red Star's motorcade in my sights. ETA: two Mikes, over.
Cormack: Understood, Sentinel 9. Ambush is set. Let 'em come, over.
Mitchell: Christ, it hurts to see. Where did all this smog come from anyway?
Jackson: I saw abandoned ground and air vehicles running on the way here. Creating huge toxic fogs must be a tactic in case we ever land on North Korean soil.
Mitchell: I see. Should've brought a mask and some goggles.
Jackson: Hell of an opportunity we got, huh? Especially for a simple IRF like this.
Preacher: We got our professional, efficient and competent leaders and God to thank for that. God bless Ivanka Trump's America.
Jackson: *chuckles* Oo-rah.
Mitchell: *sighs* Join the Marines, he said. It's a non-negotiable family trade, he said.
Preacher: How long were you in the Marine Raiders when we first met again?
Mitchell: Six months. And I still haven't fitted in.
Preacher: Peacetime blues?
Mitchell: *sighs* Maybe.
Preacher: Shh, here they come.
Jackson: (off comms) Yep, got 'em. (on comms) Sentinel 7 to all Sentinel units, Red Star's convoy should be coming into your sights now, over.
Cormack: Roger that, standby.
But then the supposed simple assassination mission turns into a complex one when a six-man team on A.S.T.s surrounds Kim Jong Un's limousine. Making a direct action hit almost impossible.
Smokejumper: Oh, come on.
Victoria: *sighs* This is complicated.
Preacher: Battle Commander, this is Sentinel 9. We have a problem. Kim Jong Un's security detail has A.S.T.s. I say again, enemy secret service has North Korean Operators in A.S.T.s, over.
Battle Commander: Sentinel 9, we already know the North Koreans have A.S.T.s. Technology trickles down to our enemies, over.
Preacher: Affirmative, but the armor's too thick. None of us are equipped to kill A.S.T.s fast, over.
Battle Commander: What the fuck?
Preacher: Battle Commander, I can snipe him from up here. It's the only way to get him quick and cle—
Battle Commander: Negative, Sentinel 9. This is MY operation, not yours.
Preacher: I understand, sir—
Battle Commander: Sentinel 1, Sentinel 2, engage head on! Engage! Engage!
Preacher: Sir— NO, NO, WAIT!
[HBRa3 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
Lennox: KNOX, WHAT THE FUCK ARE YOU DOING?!
Knox: Oh, SHIT!
[Explosive Chain Gun fire]
Tyler: Smart Grenades! Use your Smart Grenades!
[Smart Grenade detonation]
[MK20 SSR fire]
Preacher: Red Star's down! I say again, Red Star is down! Now deploy Smart Grenades on the A.S.T.s!
[Micro Rocket launches]
[Swarm Missiles launching]
Knox: Argh! I'M HIT!
[HBRa3 fire]
[HK416 A5 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[SR-25 fire]
[LVOA-C fire]
Mitchell: Go faster, come on!
[Smart Grenade detonation]
Jackson: Mitchell, get your gun up! We gotta cover 'em!
[HBRa3 fire]
Preacher: Sentinel 1, how's Sentinel 2, over?
Cormack: Knox's legs are full of shrapnel! But he'll live, Victoria and Smokejumper are making sure of that!
Preacher: (on comms) Stay invisible! We're coming down to flank, over! (off comms) They'll need direct support. I'll stay up here and keep an eye out for reinforcements.
[MK20 SSR fire]
Mitchell: And we need to confirm the kill.
Jackson: Alright, let's get down there.
Following Battle Commander's orders, Knox tries to kill the Supreme Leader head on but ends up missing and getting himself injured and immobilized. In response, Preacher rapidly shoots Kim Jong Un in the back nine times, Cormack, Lennox and Tyler counter-attack, Smokejumper and Victoria help the downed Marine Raider Captain, and Jackson and Mitchell head down to help the assault team in anyway they can while the Staff Sergeant maintains overwatch.
After killing the incoming flight crew of the Supreme Leader's Antonov An-24, the Lieutenant Junior Grade and the Gunnery Sergeants confirm Preacher's tough sniper kill.
Tyler: Red Star is still here. No chances, huh Preacher?
Preacher: Never.
Jackson: Scan him, we'll cover.
Tyler: Scanning retina and blood.
[ten second pause]
Tyler: All Sentinel callsigns, Battle Commander, this is Sentinel 6. Kill confirmed. For Carrier Strike Group Three. Red Star is KIA. I say again, Red Star is KIA. Retina and blood are matched 100 percent. Collapse. Collapse.
Preacher: *raises fist* Yes!
Battle Commander: *sighs* Collapse confirmed, Sentinel 6. Now, bag him up and come home. Hammer Down Deployment will commence in 30 Mikes, over.
Tyler: Roger, Battle Commander. Setting up for extraction now, over. I'll pack Red Star up. Set up the STAR (Surface-To-Air Recovery System) Kit.
Lennox: On it, 6.
Now that Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un himself is confirmed dead, all Task Force Sentinel has to do is to exfiltrate with his body via the Fulton STAR Kit and Darkstar 4-1. But as expected, getting out once the mission is complete will not be easy since every cunt from the Korean People's Army in Pyongyang knows exactly what happened.
Preacher: (on comms) Task Force Sentinel, ready up. We got incoming. I'll draw fire as long as I can. (off comms) Man, I wish I'd brought my XM250 instead.
[MK20 SSR fire]
Lennox: Roger, Sentinel 9! Just don't try to be a hero! Defensive positions!
[HBRa3 fire]
[SR-25 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[HK416 A5 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[LVOA-C fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Lennox: Sentinel 3 to Darkstar 4-1, balloon's up. Do you have visual, over?
Darkstar 4-1: Affirmative, Sentinel 3. We have visual. Secure your equipment, fasten your harness, cross your arms, and remember to keep your backs to the wind. Inbound from north to south in two Mikes, over.
Lennox: Understood, 4-1. Sentinel 9, grapple down and regroup on us now! Come on!
Preacher: Grapple line is secure! Heading—
[Gun-2 Minigun fire]
Preacher: Shit! Can't, gun trucks are trying to shoot the balloon down!
[MK20 SSR fire]
Preacher: You ain't taking this simple IRF down with you.
[MK20 SSR clicks]
Preacher: DMR's out!
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
Cormack: Preacher!
Lennox: Preacher, get the fuck over here! You got one minute and fifteen!
Preacher: Heading down!
[explosions]
Preacher: HOLY FUCK!
[Air Traffic Control Tower crashes]
Mitchell: WILL! WIIIILL!
Preacher: *coughs* I'm okay! Sprinting to you now!
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
Cormack: Come on, cover Preacher!
Jackson: There's Darkstar!
Lennox: HOOK UP!
[C-17 flies by]
Mitchell: SHIIIIT!
Preacher: *laughs*
The Staff Sergeant successfully protects the Fulton STAR Kit from small arms fire and gets off the Air Traffic Control Tower before two Chonma-216 main battle tanks collapse it. Then he sprints as fast as he could all the way to the rest of Task Force Sentinel.
And just as Darkstar 4-1 comes into view, Preacher hooks up and leaves the AO with his teammates with five seconds to spare. 11:28:59, Korean DMZ, inside the C-17 Globemaster III itself, Task Force Sentinel gets a good view of 30 Nitrogen LGM-30 Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles icing North Korea as part of the Hammer Down Deployment in retaliation for the destruction of Carrier Strike Group Three and the invasion of South Korea.
[LGM-30s exploding]
[C-17 shakes]
Knox: And thus, the Nitrogen Bomb claims its second victim.
Preacher: Glad you're okay, sir.
Knox: Appreciate the concern, P.
Preacher: (Latin) If you want peace, prepare for war.
Tyler: John Wick 3?
Preacher: *smiles* Fuck yeah.
Victoria: Oh, I love the John Wick movies. I actually have an aunt who served in the 707th and analyzed the films on YouTube.
Jackson: So, Victoria, Lennox, Smokejumper, Tyler, where are you gonna go now?
Tyler: Get back to SEAL Team 4, of course.
Smokejumper: Australia still needs me, mate.
Lennox: 24th is in Seoul, and they'll need me back in the front lines. Against SOCOM's advice but not my own.
Victoria: Fight alongside my people, Donald Jackson. *smiles*
Victoria: Then I pray you'll survive, Victoria Seo-ah Mi. *smiles* Smoke', Ty'. *nods*
Five minutes later, the S.A.S.R. Major jumps off to join the Australian Defence Force in the Korean Demilitarized Zone. Ten more minutes later, Victoria and Lennox HALO to Seoul to fight alongside the Republic of Korea Armed Forces and the 24th Special Tactics Squadron units deployed there.
Mitchell: Donald Jackson? Aww, you gonna miss Victoria dearly, Don?
Jackson: I hate you, Mitchell. You can go fuck yourself all the way to Hell.
Preacher, Cormack, Mitchell, Knox and Tyler: *laughing*
Jackson: *laughs at himself*
MISSION COMPLETE
IRF
Despite some poor planning and judgement calls, Task Force Sentinel assassinates Supreme Leader Kim Jong Un. Operation Unseen Guillotine is a success. And with the later icy bombardment, North Korea is officially leaderless and homeless. Carrier Strike Group Three is avenged, and South Korea will be free from a one hundred one-year-old enemy in no time.
Chapter 5: Korean War Prep Work
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Backpack: MARPAT Woodland MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Silver and Tan Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
Primary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Secondary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Cormack
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Backpack: MARPAT Woodland MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Silver and Tan Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Mitchell
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Backpack: MARPAT Woodland MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Silver and Tan Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Miscellaneous:
Tactical Spotter Binoculars
Jackson
Outfit:
Marine Raider Regiment MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Backpack: MARPAT Woodland MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Balaclava
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Marine Raider Regiment Silver and Tan Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Gray ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Baron
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Drelick
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt
Bottom: White 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: White Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: White Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Land Assist
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Chapter 6: Induction
Chapter Text
July 10th, 2054 - 04:45:56, USMA Swordbreaker, Seoul, South Korea, after spending five days in Rest and Recreation, Sentinel Team prepares to insert with recently formed Marine Raider Regiment Badger Teams 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 and a few more squads from the 1st Bn., 1st Marines for the final battle of the Korean War. But Knox will not be coming because his legs will need more time to heal and function normally again.
While readying up for war, Preacher notices Mitchell multitasking with his equipment and journal.
Mitchell: (narration) We come into this world with our eyes closed. And most of us choose to live our whole lives that way. We blindly follow anyone who will lead us... giving ourselves over to anything that provides us with a sense of purpose. For me, it was the Marines. Back in 2052, I joined the Marine Raider Regiment, planning to have a brief stint. But six months in, I stayed longer than expected thanks to the friends I made there: Will and Don. Now we are half a world away, being deployed into South Korea. Yesterday, they were my friends. Now, they are my brothers in arms. No matter how bad it got for me, I could always count on them to keep me in line. (real-time) *removes Half Balaclava* *controls breathing*
Preacher: *nudges Mitchell* Cheer up, Mitchell. It can't be all that bad.
Mitchell: I guess it's just finally started to sink in.
Jackson: Really? Well, I guess two years is better than never. Especially with you still not telling us why you joined even though you hate the U.S. Military.
Mitchell: Hey, I already told you, I don't hate it. It's just that... eh, my old man was a leatherneck and a massive asshole. But you know military families and their long histories of service. So I didn't really have much of a choice. Least I could do is reach the bare minimum to get him off my case.
Preacher: Hey, don't worry about him. He ain't here, is he? You got Don and I.
Mitchell: Thanks. Hey, you still haven't told us why you joined as well. You gonna tell us or what?
Preacher: Well, since you guys see me as me and not as an Irons to endlessly shit on, I shall. At first, I was planning on joining ATLAS because of family trade. But witnessing the Federation ODIN Attack On The United States, growing up during the Federation-American War and learning firsthand what it's done to America made me realize how much she needs men like us. I wanted to save our home from the brink of collapse. After that, I now want to help people as an American and convince our countrymen that it's okay to be Americans again. And I know help and safety are never guaranteed, but I know someone else is working to make the world a dangerous place. And that someone is still out there.
Jackson: Must be hard for you to do all that with the irremovable stain your grandpa gave your family name.
Preacher: Yeah, it was never the same again when ATLAS and my family sold out. But like I said before, there's no need to feel sorry for me. While I do miss the great things that came with being a Marine such as camaraderie, I'm more than happy to continue serving our country and her people in what I do best. Even though everyone around me hates me for it.
Mitchell: Wow. Honestly, I kinda envy you. 'Cause that can never be me. But hey, not everyone in the U.S. Military hates you. You got us, Rogue, Mako, SCAR Team, Lennox, Tyler, Beratrix, Falcon, Thompson, Stash, you know. *smiles*
Jackson: Cormack and Knox, too, even though they're our COs and not exactly what we can call "friends". *smiles*
Preacher: *laughs* Thanks, Jack, Don.
[elevator descends]
Cormack: Alright! Alright, listen up! We have a century old war to win. Which means we have orders that will help our friendly South Korean hosts. Insert at Staging Area Epsilon and conduct advanced search and destroy ops on hard North Korean targets. Down and dirty, just like we taught you. Everybody know what's going on? Everybody know where they're going?
Marines: OO-RAH!
Cormack: Everybody ready?!
Marines: OO-RAH!
[alarm blares]
Cormack: Let's do this! Jackson, Mitchell, Preacher, lead out!
Jackson: Yes, sir!
Mitchell: Let's get it done.
Preacher: It's what we do.
Mitchell: (narration) North Korea has invaded Seoul... and deployed enough of its military to establish another DMZ in the middle of South Korea.
Jackson: First in, last out, Marines!
Mitchell: (narration) We had to push them back. This wasn't just a mission. It was an initiation.
Marine Raider Regiment
Preacher
Induction
July 10th, 2054 - 05:00:06
SSgt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Marine Raider Regiment
Seoul, South Korea
Exo Type:
Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Land Assist: Activated
While Battle Commander may have organized the search and destroy operations, Colonel Spencer 'Spaceman' Collins (just "Spaceman" in the original) will be the one handling ISR, which has been provided by the U.S. Space Force. At this time, Sentinel Team's job is to provide fire support for Badger Team 1 ("Badger Squad, 227th"/"Demo Team One" in the original) as they surgically find and demolish heavy North Korean weaponry.
Sledgehammer Games Presents
Spaceman: All units, all units, this is Spaceman. Commencing drop in 30 seconds.
Cormack: Sentinel Team, standing by.
In Association With
Raven Software
High Moon Studios
Battle Commander: All Drop Pods, set to engage.
Spaceman: Roger, dropping at grid 3-1-5-niner. I say again, 3-1-5-niner. Cross checked and verified.
Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare
[Drop Pod engine starts]
Battle Commander: Be advised, enemy contact at 20,000 feet, five degrees west of drop point.
Cormack: Everyone hold tight. Here we go.
Preacher: Just like in training, guys.
Spaceman: All Pods ready. 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, deploy, deploy, deploy.
[Drop Pod launches]
[explosions]
[MiG-29s fly by]
Jackson: God damn! Interceptors!
Cormack: 30 seconds to insertion point.
Preacher: Hey! See you on the other side.
Mitchell: See you on the other side. *puts Half Balaclava on*
[explosions]
Cormack: Spaceman, we're seeing heavy AA fire in our drop path, over.
Spaceman: Roger that, Sentinel 1, adjusting your trajectories. Battle Commander, get on those controls with me.
Jackson: What the hell? That building's not our drop point!
Cormack: Brace yourselves!
[crash]
In order to keep Sentinel Team alive, Battle Commander had to control their Drop Pod erratically to the point where he had to crash them into a building.
Five Minutes Later
Preacher: You still in one piece?
Mitchell: I think so.
Preacher: Okay... I'll get the door. *kicks door open* Shit! We gotta get off the Pod, now!
[crash]
Jackson: Damn.
Spaceman: Sentinel Team, the North Koreans are attempting to flank Staging Area Epsilon. Watch out for fireteams near your LZ, over.
Cormack: (on comms) Roger that, Spaceman. (off comms) Okay, we need to get our feet on the ground and link up with Badger Team 1.
Preacher: Yes, sir.
Five minutes after impact, Preacher, Cormack, Mitchell and Jackson come to and leave their Pod just before it falls off. Six dead North Korean Soldiers later, they get down to the building's lobby with help from their Exo Suits' Land Assist ability.
And sitting in the middle of the intersection outside is Staging Area Epsilon. But with Badger Team 1 nowhere to be found, the Major checks in with the outpost's commander: Lieutenant Colonel Paul Thomas Daniels IV (just "Daniels" in the original).
Daniels: Who the hell are you guys?
Cormack: Sentinel Team, Marine Raider Regiment. Providing support for Badger Team 1.
Daniels: They're already on the move. Thought you guys were fragged.
Cormack: What's their position?
Daniels: *points* Two clicks northwest at grid 7-7-5.
Cormack: Alright, we're moving.
Preacher: Thanks for the tip, sir.
Daniels: No problem, kid. Get out there and kick ass.
Spaceman: Sentinel 1, be advised, we are tracking a Drone Swarm heading your way, over.
Cormack: (on comms) Roger that. (off comms) Everyone, keep your eyes open.
[T-600 walks by]
Preacher: Watch your heads!
With support from the 1st Bn., 1st Marines in the area and their A.S.T.s and T-600 Titan treads/legs main battle tank hybrid, Sentinel Team clears out the north side of Staging Area Epsilon. Once the Korean People's Army Ground Force's Drone Swarm arrives, Mitchell grabs a car door and goes for an abandoned U.S.M.C. MD Turret, for it has an EMP countermeasure system that can destroy the enemy UAVs.
Jackson: Here it comes!
Cormack: Drone Swarm! Everyone get down!
Mitchell: Preacher, get a car door! Let's go for that MD Turret!
Preacher: Good idea, Mitchell! Go! Now!
Mitchell: I'm on! EMP's charging! Gonna buy some time!
[MD Turret fire]
Preacher: Covering!
[XM250 fire]
War Hound 8-4: Any station, this is War Hound 8-4! We need assistance! Enemy Drone Swarm is all over us, over!
Preacher: This is Sentinel 4, hang in there, War Hound 8-4! MD Turret EMP is charging up, over!
Mitchell: Come on! Come on! COME ON! EMP's at 50 percent and charging fast!
War Hound 8-4: We can't get a lock!
Mitchell: EMP is charged!
[MD Turret EMP detonation]
[Drone Swarm crashes]
[explosions]
War Hound 8-4: Thanks for the help, Sentinel Team. We owe you one, over.
Preacher: Not a problem, War Hound 8-4. We're Oscar Mike. Sentinel 4, out.
Cormack: Good work, Marines.
Jackson: Great save, Mitchell.
Mitchell: Tango Mike, Don.
After saving Staging Area Epsilon and everyone in it, Sentinel Team cuts through a hotel en route to Badger Team 1's position.
[XM250 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Mitchell: Clear for now!
Cormack: We need to cross over to the other side. Get your Land Assist ready.
Preacher: You only live once.
Cormack: You're up, Mitchell.
Mitchell: Crossing.
Jackson: God bless jetpacks.
Preacher: Nothing like boot camp or selection, huh Mitchell?
Mitchell: Hell no, dude.
Once overlooking what used to be a street, they find Badger Team 1's target: a Korean People's Army Ground Force Havoc Launcher. Which is used to knock out friendly air assets and Drop Pods before they could do their jobs.
While working their way around the sinkhole, Cormack establishes contact with their Badger counterpart. Who is at the Havoc Launcher's designated refueling and rearming outpost.
Cormack: Badger 1-1, this is Sentinel 1. Are you there, over?
Badger 1-1: We hear you, Sentinel 1. We're approaching the Havoc Launcher Outpost. Sending you vidlink (video link) coordinates now, over.
Cormack: Roger, we are receiving. We are proceeding on foot. ETA: fifteen Mikes, over.
Badger 1-1: Roger that. We are strongholding our position, over.
Cormack: Okay, let's hustle, Sentinel Team.
On the other side, Sentinel Team passes by a demolished underground railway and kills three North Korean fireteams there. Then, they go through a subway station and encounter dozens of dead civilians and an unexpected rescue force.
Preacher: Shit, a civilian execution.
Cormack: Stay focused. Nothing we can do for them now. Mitchell, get that gate open.
Mitchell: On it.
[explosion]
Mitchell: *raises HBRa3* Contact!
Preacher: *lowers Mitchell's HBRa3* Hold fire! Blue! Blue! Hey, Gideon, Joker, Baron, Drelick.
Gideon: Preacher? Heh, good to see you, mate.
Joker, Baron and Drelick: Hey, Preacher.
Cormack: ATLAS PMC rescue force?
Gideon: Affirmative. *opens gate* We're extracting the president of South Korea himself.
Jackson: Holy shit, guys.
Cormack: How's the weather in the Commercial District?
Gideon: It's a fucking mess. Better odds taking the east tunnel out.
Cormack: Copy that.
Gideon: Good luck. Let's move!
Jackson: Let's go, team. Commercial District's up here.
Cormack: Patrol. Drop 'em.
[XM250 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
After reconnecting with Gideon, Joker, Baron and Drelick for a bit, Preacher, Cormack, Mitchell and Jackson surfaces and starts shooting their way through the Commercial District. But then, Badger Team 1 gets discovered and urgently calls Sentinel Team for backup halfway through.
Badger 1-1: Sentinel 1, we're compromised! Where the hell are you?! We're getting torn up! Need fire support now—
[static]
Cormack: Badger 1-1?! Badger 1-1, come in!
[static]
Cormack: Shit, we gotta move it!
[Smoke Grenade detonation]
Mitchell: Tossing Threat!
[Threat Grenade detonation]
[HBRa3 fire]
[MORS fire]
Preacher: Commercial District, clear!
Now on the third floor of a restaurant and bar that has a bird's eye view of the Havoc Launcher Outpost, Preacher, Cormack, Mitchell and Jackson find some good news and bad news.
Mitchell: Havoc Launcher Outpost, dead ahead. Tactical Binos.
Jackson: *grabs and gives Tactical Spotter Binoculars to Mitchell* Here.
Mitchell: Thanks.
Cormack: There's the Havoc Launcher. Badger Team 1 should be nearby.
Preacher: 2 o'clock. *sighs* Shit, we're too late. They're KIA.
Mitchell: Okay, okay. But I can see their C4. If we can grab 'em, we can finish their mission.
Jackson: Disobeying orders again, sir?
Cormack: You're right, but Mitchell's right, too. We wait for Badger Team 3 or 5, and the Havoc Launcher is gonna move out.
Preacher: Then give me cover while I get the C4 and plant it on the Havoc.
Cormack: You sure, Will?
Preacher: Yes, Major. I can make it.
Mitchell: I'll go with. If you go down, I can finish the job.
Cormack: Okay. Mitchell, Preacher, get the C4 and finish Badger Team 1's mission. Jackson and I'll cover.
Preacher: Take my MORS, Don. You'll need it.
Jackson: *takes Preacher's MORS* Got it.
Mitchell: Let's do it.
[HBRa3 fire]
[MORS fire]
[XM250 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
With Badger Team 1 killed in action, Sentinel Team attempts to complete their mission by grabbing their C4 Explosive Charges and destroying the Havoc Launcher. After testing its hull integrity with the MORS, Jackson gives Preacher a SITREP.
Preacher: Got the C4 sandwiches. Now, let's make sure our men didn't die for nothing.
Jackson: Sentinel 4, be advised, the Havoc Launcher is heavily armored like a main battle tank. You're gonna have to find an access panel and plant the charges inside it, over.
Preacher: Understood, Sentinel 2. Thanks for the tip, over.
Then the Staff Sergeant and the Gunnery Sergeant get some close air support from a Razorback VTOL belonging to U.S.M.C. Defender Squadron 2 for only a bit before it has to fall back because of the Havoc Launcher.
[Razorback VTOL fire]
Defender 2-3: All friendly units in the Havoc Launcher Outpost, this is Defender 2-3. We're coming in to assist, over.
Preacher: This is Sentinel 4, you're a damn welcome sight, Defender 2-3! Interrogative - can you level the Havoc Launcher as well, over?
Defender 2-3: Affirmative, Sentinel 4. Switching targets, over.
[Havoc Launcher fire]
Defender 2-3: We're taking fire. Moving position, over.
Preacher: Stay out of its line of sight, Defender 2-3! I'll personally deal with it instead, over.
Spaceman: Sentinel 1, this is Spaceman. That Havoc Launcher is tearing us and incoming friendly reinforcements up. Can we get a SITREP on Badger Team 1, over?
Cormack: Badger Team 1 is KIA. We're attempting to complete their mission ourselves, over.
Spaceman: Understood, Sentinel 1. We'll maintain ISR, over.
Five dead North Korean squads and four shot down hostile Aerial Assault Drones later, Preacher and Mitchell reach the Havoc Launcher and plant Badger Team 1's C4 Explosive Charges inside its engine compartment. But then its door suddenly closes on the right wrist mount of the Staff Sergeant's Exo Suit, leaving his right arm stuck.
Preacher: Engine compartment. This is good. *opens door* Planting. Okay, charges are set. Detonation in T minus 30. Let's—
[door closes]
[metallic clang]
Preacher: WHOA!
Mitchell: Preacher!
[Havoc Launcher engine starts]
Preacher: It's okay. It caught the wrist mount, not my flesh and bone. You pull the door a little open, and I'll pull my arm out.
Mitchell: Okay, pull! *struggling*
Preacher: *struggling* Don't worry about those timers. One more time. Pull! *struggling*
Mitchell: *struggling* How strong is this door?!
Preacher: We're lifting off. You gotta go, now!
Mitchell: No! You're almost free! Come on, pull! *struggling*
Preacher: HEAAAAAAAH!
[thud]
Preacher: I'm free! JUMP!
[explosions]
[thud]
Mitchell: Get cover—
[Havoc Launcher crashes]
[explosion]
[thud]
[metallic clang]
Mitchell: *screaming in pain*
Preacher frees himself, and the Gunnery Sergeant jumps off safely before the C4 Explosive Charges detonate. But then, the Havoc Launcher's explosive shock wave upon crashing throws the both of them back, and a sharp piece of debris lands on Mitchell's left arm, cutting it completely.
Preacher: Jack?! JACK! Don, DeSean, get over here! Mitchell's down hard!
Cormack: Shit! Spaceman, this is Sentinel 1! Sentinel 3 is down! I say again, Sentinel 3 is down! We need an immediate MEDEVAC, over!
Spaceman: Roger that, Sentinel 1. Defender 2-3 is en route, over.
Jackson: Popping smoke!
Preacher: Hold on. Stay with us. You're gonna be alright. *removes debris*
Mitchell: Argh! *breathes heavily*
Jackson: There's Defender 2-3! Let's go!
Preacher: Jack's patched up. Nice and easy now.
Cormack: We're gonna get you home.
Mitchell: Oh, no. My arm.
Once Defender 2-3 arrives and the Gunnery Sergeant's wound is momentarily sealed, Preacher, Cormack and Jackson help him get on board, with his severed left arm dangling by the left wrist mount of his Exo Suit. July 24th, 2054 - 09:30:46, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States of America, after fourteen days of recovery at headquarters, the Staff Sergeant is suddenly called to report to Battle Commander in his office just as he finishes helping Mitchell write a new entry in his journal.
Preacher: That's it?
Mitchell: Yeah. Thanks, man.
Preacher: I got you.
PA: Staff Sergeant Will Irons, report to Colonel Littleton's office immediately. I say again, Staff Sergeant Will Irons, report to Colonel Littleton's office immediately.
Preacher: I'll be right back.
He then gets uneasy as he sees the leaders of Badger Teams 2, 3, 4 and 5 and his bags sitting on two benches by his CO's doorway.
Preacher: *salutes* Sir.
Battle Commander: As you were. How's Mitchell?
Preacher: Recovered. I'm planning to buy him a prosthetic arm from ATLAS Corporation. He's gonna need it in his lifelong dream of becoming a world-class chef. The likes of which America has never seen before.
Battle Commander: Very good. But how about you?
Preacher: No need to worry about me, sir. Doc cleared me thirteen days ago.
Battle Commander: Still, I can't imagine what Mitchell must be feeling right now. Take some time off. Be with him. Whatever he needs.
Preacher: I appreciate that, sir. But if Sentinel Team gets another op—
Battle Commander: Oh, don't worry about that. You won't be going with them anymore.
Preacher: Sir?
Battle Commander: *reveals Preacher's medical discharge papers* You're out. Expired. Medically discharged. You won't have to report back ever again.
Preacher: But, sir, the doctor saw nothing wrong with—
Battle Commander: And some stupid-ass corpsman doesn't outrank me in peacetime. You're not a Staff Sergeant or a Marine Raider anymore. The reality is, you never were. That is all, Irons.
Preacher: But, sir—
Battle Commander: *points to the door* That. Is. All. Irons.
With Battle Commander having all the cards, Preacher takes his forged medical discharge papers and bags and leaves Camp Lejeune quietly. But Badger 2-1, Badger 3-1, Badger 4-1 and Badger 5-1 stop him to give their goodbyes first.
Badger 2-1: I suggest giving back your medals and burning your uniforms, Preacher. You lost the privilege to be a U.S. Military serviceman the moment your family sold out to the Latin American Federation. This is for Badger Team 1. *roundhouse kicks Preacher's head*
Preacher: Ahh!
Badger 3-1: This is for Task Force Grizzly! *knee strikes Preacher's stomach*
Preacher: Argh!
[thud]
Badger 4-1: This is for Major Laura Burnett! *stomps Preacher's groin*
Preacher: *screaming in pain*
Badger 5-1: This is for your Mitchell! Your "best friend"! *stomps Preacher's chest*
Preacher: *screaming in pain*
Badger 2-1: Get him!
The TLs of Badger Teams 2, 3, 4 and 5 proceed to beat the Staff Sergeant up for seven minutes before leaving him on the walkway and letting the oncoming service members walk over him until he picks himself up. But despite everything, Preacher had no intention of fighting back and would then just dust himself off, grab his bags, limp away and cry as unnoticeably as possible.
Badger 4-1: *laughs* Piece of shit Irons.
Preacher: Ugh. *strains* It's okay, *breath trembling* don't let me bother you. *wipes off tears* *grabs bags*
Battle Commander: Most epic thing I've seen in a while. Remember that day? Better hope you do 'cause you'll never see something like that again... Irons *laughs*
MISSION COMPLETE
Induction
Sentinel Team has helped to wipe North Korea off the face of the Earth. South Korea is saved, but at a great cost. Mitchell has been terribly wounded, and Preacher is discharged by false pretenses.
Chapter 7: ATLAS Corporation Starter Pack
Chapter Text
Mitchell
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Green ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Miscellaneous:
Mute Charge
MG WASP Drone
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Gray ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Torres
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Red Long Sleeves Polo Shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SN6
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Suppressor
Rivers
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Thermal Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Gideon
Outfit 1:
KVA Field Uniform Set
Top: Flecktarn UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Blue Jeans
Knee Guards: Black KVA Civilian Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: North Korea Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Preacher
Outfit 1:
KVA Field Uniform Set
Top: Flecktarn UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Blue Jeans
Knee Guards: Black KVA Civilian Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Silver-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: Vietnam Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Full Zip Hoodie
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Nightfall's Ghost Recon Wildlands Sponsored Nomad Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
NA-45
Barrel: Single Barrel
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Bolt-action
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
C4 Explosive Charges
Drelick
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Baron
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Carter
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Sandstone 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Sandstone ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Sandstone Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: White Half Balaclava
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Rideau
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Olive Drab Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Watterson
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Brown Leather Winter Jacket, Gray Turtleneck Sweater
Bottom: Dark Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Brown Leather Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Allie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Charcoal Winter Trench Coat, Charcoal V Neck Sweater
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Winter Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, K.S.A. (German Intelligence) Patch
Ilona
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation Tank Top
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Military Shemagh
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, GRU Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Archie
Outfit:
KVA Field Uniform Set
Top: Flecktarn UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Blue Jeans
Knee Guards: Black KVA Civilian Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: Black List Patches, Scotland Flag Patches
Primary:
Pytaek
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
PDW
Chapter 8: ATLAS
Chapter Text
11:04:51, just as he leaves Camp Lejeune, Mitchell learns about what happened to Preacher from Jackson, Cormack and Knox. In response, the medically discharged Gunnery Sergeant depressingly yet angrily revises his latest journal entry literally and mentally while remembering the news report that has been lingering around his head since returning home.
Fox News: After a fifth day of heavy fighting, Winslow Accord armed forces were successfully able to wipe North Korea off the face of the Earth. With an additional division from the United States and Australia arriving soon, hopes are high that we may finally see a return to freedom, peace and stability in the region.
Mitchell: (narration) Why is one man spared, while another taken? To this day, I couldn't give you an answer. But death comes for us all, eventually. When you lose over 18,000 men in four hours, it's easy for one death to become just another number. But all I knew was that one of my best friends was out because of reasons beyond his control, and a part of me wished I had been taken instead. The dead - they've settled their debts. It's up to the living to pick up the tab.
ATLAS
July 24th, 2054 - 19:30:08
SFC. Jack Mitchell
ATLAS Corporation
Arlington, VA, United States of America
Exo Type:
Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Stim: Activated
19:30:08, Arlington, Virginia, Sentinel Team ft. Mitchell finds the "medically discharged" Staff Sergeant in The Sports Fan's VIP Room, Cristy's favorite sports bar, holding an instant cold pack on his head and drinking a glass of Bourbon on the rocks. With the female First Lieutenant being with him at all times.
Cristy: What are you gonna do now?
Preacher: Simple, join ATLAS. Battle Commander might've stopped me from helping people as a Marine, but he and whoever else he has in his corner can't stop me from helping as an American.
Cristy: Whoa, you decided quick.
Preacher: I'd like to lick my wounds as soon as possible. Beats sitting around and doing nothing productive for long.
Mitchell: Will.
Preacher: Oh, hey Jack, Don, DeSean, Malcolm.
Cristy: Hey, Sentinel Team.
Sentinel Team: Hey, Preacher. Hey, Chess Queen.
Preacher: You heard?
Jackson: Yeah, it's all the buzz at headquarters.
Mitchell: Come on. You leave the Marine Corps and we gotta hear it from someone else?
Preacher: Yeah, I'm sorry for not telling. It's just that you guys have been feeling great with your families and health and stuff lately. I didn't want to sour the mood.
Cristy: That's Will. Always concerned about others before himself.
Mitchell: Even when hurt? At least you're around to look after him, Cristy.
Knox: Ah, it's no big deal. You know that. So that's it? You're out?
Preacher: I'm down, not out. I've got options.
Cristy: ATLAS Corporation, to be specific.
Knox: Good to know. And glad to see you're still kicking, Will.
Preacher: Appreciate it, Malcolm.
Jackson: Did some covert investigating as soon as I got word. It turns out Battle Commander and your late bitch CO go way back.
Preacher: Wait, our Colonel Dexter Littleton and my Major Laura Burnett?
Jackson: That's right. From West Point rivals to drinking friends to fuckbuds. When Battle Commander became one of the two Lieutenant Colonels in our chain of command, he made Burnett a Marine Raider even though she didn't go through the whole selection process like the rest of us. Task Force Grizzly was also their baby that they were gonna raise into the U.N.'s very own Task Force Rogue.
Cristy: Those treasonous fuckheads.
Preacher: Shit, that explains it. Thanks for the info, Don.
Jackson: Not a problem, Will.
Cormack: Sorry, Preacher. We all wish we were there to stop that bullshit. Still, I don't think there's anything we can do to bring you back.
Preacher: It's okay, DeSean. Battle Commander can run the Marine Raider Regiment in any way he likes. What can we do?
Cormack: Look, no matter what Battle Commander says, we take care of our own. If you ever need anything—
Cormack is then interrupted by Jonathan and Aurora, who left work to check on Preacher the moment they heard about what happened to him from Cristy.
Jonathan: Will!
[Jonathan and Aurora hug Preacher]
Aurora: Oh, my God! What the hell did those corrupt fuckers do to you?
Preacher: Eh, it's nothing that a few instant cold packs can't fix.
Aurora: Here, let me help you with that.
Jonathan: Hey, Will. *points at Mitchell* That's Jack, right?
Preacher: Yep, that's him. Hey, Jack, you remember my mom and dad.
Mitchell: Of course. Mr. and Mrs. Irons. *shakes Jonathan and Aurora's hands*
Jonathan: Please, call me Jonathan.
Aurora: Call me Aurora.
Cormack: Mr. and Mrs. Irons, we're terribly sorry about what happened to your son.
Jonathan: I'm sure you are, Major. Jack, you and Will are best friends who paid too high a price for your country. Only to be chewed up and spat out by your so-called "commanding officers".
Cormack: It was an unfortunate tragedy, sir, ma'am.
Aurora: It was more than unfortunate, Major. It was unnecessary.
Jonathan: Son, we wanna offer you a second chance, with Will fighting by your side.
Knox: Mr. and Mrs. Irons, Mitchell's been medically discharged. With his injuries—
Aurora: We're aware of his injuries, Captain. At ATLAS, we have prosthetics that are twenty years beyond anything the U.S. Military could offer you.
Preacher: Was actually gonna buy you one at ATLAS, dude.
Mitchell: Really?
Preacher: Of course.
Jonathan: *smiles* And none of you would have to pay for it. Will told me what kind of Marine you were, and what kind of person you wanna be next. You deserve to fight for a military that's as effective as you are.
Aurora: And to be supported by a family who will help you hone your skills and reach amazing heights in the culinary world.
Jonathan: *gives business card to Mitchell* Think about it. I'm sure you want Will to have your back. Major.
Aurora: Captain. Gunnery Sergeant.
Jackson, Cormack and Knox: Sir, ma'am.
[lightning]
[thunder]
July 25th, 2054 - 3:00:24, Camp David, Maryland, on a rainy, early morning, Sergeant First Class (his Marine rank translated into ATLAS Corporation's enlisted ranking system) Jack Mitchell, now with a new left prosthetic arm, is deployed to POTUS' country retreat with Captain John 'Joker' Becker, Command Sergeant Major Dante Torres and Sergeant Major Dom Rivers because it has been raided by the K.V.A., or Korean Vietnamese Army. A recently formed anti-American terrorist organization made up of vindictive North Korean and Vietnamese civilian survivors and foreign black ops allies from the Global Risk Corporation and the Black List Organisation themselves who want to avenge the Second Vietnam War and the Korean War.
When they took control of Aspen Lodge, they held President Ivanka Trump hostage simultaneously. While the U.S. Military elements in Camp David sweep the entire place for any additional infiltrating K.V.A. Survivors, Right Hand Squadron leads the rescue mission.
Joker: Okay, everyone knows what to do this time. Get into position.
Mitchell: Yes, sir.
Torres: Got it.
Rivers: On it, boss.
Camp David, Maryland
Joker: Two on the Upper Terrace.
Mitchell: Check that, three.
Torres: On you, Mitchell. Drop 'em.
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
[SN6 fire]
Rivers: Got another one.
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Joker: Good kill. Close on the kitchen.
Prophet: Right Hand 1, we're tracking Mama Eagle. Bed Room No. 4, over.
Joker: (quietly) (on comms) Roger, Prophet. We're internal, over. *opens door* (off comms) Mitchell, toss a Threat Grenade.
Mitchell: (quietly) Threat out.
[Threat Grenade detonation]
Joker: (quietly) Hit 'em.
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
Rivers: (quietly) Clear.
After clearing the Upper Terrace, entering through the Kitchen, and breaching the Living Room, Mitchell, Joker, Torres and Rivers pop Bed Room No. 4 open quietly with help from the experimental Mute Charge. A stealth tool that muffles all sound within a twenty yard radius for 15 seconds.
Joker: (quietly) Here it is. Mute Charge.
[Mute Charge detonation]
Mitchell: *gives thumbs up*
Joker: *shoulder charges door open* *heel kicks K.V.A. Survivor*
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
[Mute Charge deactivation]
Mitchell: Room clear.
Joker: Madame President, we're an ATLAS PMC rescue force. Can you authenticate?
President Ivanka Trump: What makes an American Soldier different from others?
Mitchell: Unmatched skill and brutality.
Joker: *cuts zip tie* Okay. Please keep your head down and stay close.
President Ivanka Trump: Alright, sir.
Mitchell: Prophet, this is Right Hand 4. We have Mama Eagle. Moving to RP Alpha, over.
Prophet: Roger, Right Hand 4. Egress at the North Access Road is clear for now, over.
Mitchell: Rog'.
Joker: Move out, Right Hand Squadron.
As they egress from Aspen Lodge through the Pool, Right Hand Squadron sync shoots an eight-man K.V.A. squad without drawing attention. But as he reloads his Bal-27, Mitchell's left prosthetic arm malfunctions for a brief moment before returning to normal.
Rivers: Multiple hostiles by the Pool.
Joker: Line up a target. Sync shoot quickly and quietly.
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
[SN6 fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Mitchell: Reload— Whoa!
Joker: Mitchell, are you alright?
Mitchell: *grunts* Yeah, I'm okay.
Torres: Follow me, Madame President.
After letting an armored K.V.A. patrol pass, Mitchell, Joker, Torres, Rivers and POTUS reach the North Access Road. Despite having fifteen K.V.A. Survivors ambush the ATLAS PMC rescue force, the extraction VRAP, ATLAS Corporation's Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected vehicle counter to the U.S. Military's newest Pitbull MRAP, arrives almost instantly.
But as the Mercenary Sergeant First Class opens the right backseat passenger door, his left prosthetic arm acts up again. Then, a K.V.A. Survivor takes this opening to knock him down and kill President Ivanka Trump.
Mitchell tries to stop him upon falling, but his ATLAS 45 gets shot out of his hands through the brick fence by an enemy sniper. After capping POTUS, the assassin says...
Prophet: Right Hand Squadron, exfil is on approach, over.
Joker: Poppin' smoke.
[Smoke Grenade detonation]
Mitchell: Here, here, Madame President! *tries to open right backseat passenger door* *struggling*
Joker: What the hell is wrong with your arm?!
K.V.A. Survivor 1: *left hooks Mitchell*
Mitchell: *draws ATLAS 45*
[NA-45 fire]
[bullet ricochets]
[ATLAS 45 clatters]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Gideon: Fast but sloppy, Mitchell. *takes Half Balaclava off* You're a dead man. Reset!
[Combat Simulation Facility deactivates]
[doors opening]
President Ivanka Trump: *dusts herself off*
The entire operation was a mock-up in the ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters' state-of-the-art combat simulation facility, which means no one was killed. And President Ivanka Trump was Cristy in a Mission: Impossible-esque mask with a voice changing sticker.
Gideon: No excuse for equipment failure. *helps Mitchell up* Best weapon you have is the one between your ears. Use it.
Mitchell: Sorry, sir. Easy to forget in the heat of the moment.
07:00:09
ATLAS Training Simulator 3, Virginia
Preacher: *takes Balaclava and Shooter Goggles off* Damn, Cristy. You may not have her height, but you got President Ivanka Trump's mannerisms right.
Cristy: *removes and gives disguise to makeup artists* *clears throat* *laughs* Oh yeah, you like that? Give me that Oscar. I want my fuckin' Oscar. *continues laughing*
Preacher, Gideon and Right Hand Squadron: *laughing*
Gideon: As for you, Staff Sergeant, bloody nice shot. Never saw it coming.
Preacher: Thank you, Major.
Mitchell: Was nearly making me a double amputee really necessary, dude?
Preacher: Had to keep Gideon covered. Just part of training.
Mitchell: *tilts head* Good point.
The CEO and the CFO themselves then drive up to give the Mercenary Sergeant First Class a tour now that it is opening hours at the ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters.
Gideon: *holds Mitchell's left prosthetic arm up* It was his arm, sir, ma'am. I knew it was too early.
Jonathan: That arm's worth more to us than this entire facility. *pats Mitchell* How're they doin'?
Gideon: Will nearly gave Mitchell another prosthetic arm with a one-in-a-million shot. As for Mitchell, he's a work in progress.
Aurora: Haven't lost your touch, right dear?
Preacher: Never.
Jonathan: Well, keep working. These are great Marines. It's a sad day indeed when the military has no use for good men like you. Jump in, Mitchell. We'll give you the tour.
Preacher: (quietly) Go.
Mitchell: (quietly) Right.
Preacher: *lightly kisses Cristy* See you in a bit, Cristy.
Cristy: *lightly kisses Preacher* See you in a bit, Will.
[Preacher and Cristy laugh at each other]
While Joker, Torres, Rivers, the female First Lieutenant, the rest of Right Hand Squadron and Training Simulator 3's crew prepare for another run, Gideon and Preacher ride with Mitchell, Jonathan and Aurora to the Research and Development Room. Once in the middle of the installation, the CEO and the CFO explain.
Jonathan: What you're seeing is advanced warfare. ATLAS has the single largest standing military in the world, but we answer to no country. Unlike the government, we don't keep secrets of our capabilities. We don't sell policy. We sell power. We are a superpower for hire.
Mitchell: *whistles* I can tell.
Aurora: Power isn't just about the ability to destroy. ATLAS has built infrastructures in places like Korea, Sierra Leone, Nigeria. We do in a few years what it takes governments decades to accomplish. In fact, the truth is, we're often more effective than the governments that hire us. As we soldiers found out the hard way.
Gideon: Here we are.
Jonathan: Jack. We know you're not in this for the money, and we will never forget it. In fact, you remind us a lot of Will in that way. Now go get that arm fixed.
Mitchell: Thank you, Jonathan, Aurora.
Preacher: Alright, Research and Development Room is this way.
Gideon: Mr. and Mrs. Irons have taken a shine to you. Don't let it get to your head.
Mitchell: Don't worry.
As the Mercenary Sergeant First Class gets his left prosthetic arm fixed in the Research and Development Room, the Mercenary Major and the Mercenary Staff Sergeant get changed into their ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Sets. Once ready, Mitchell takes a moment to watch Drelick easily win a 1v5 mixed martial arts fight with the Assault Exo Suit against First Sergeant Steve Carter, First Sergeant Zach Baron, Major Nicholas Rideau (voiced and played by Darin De Paul), the CO of ATLAS Corporation's premier black ops unit and Right Hand Squadron's rival in terms of proficiency and success rate: Left Hand Squadron, Captain Watterson Potts (voiced and played by Ving Rhames) (Left Hand 2) and First Sergeant Allie Fischer (voiced and played by Katheryn Winnick) (Left Hand 5).
Dr. Chambers: Hello, Mitchell.
Mitchell: Hi, Dr. Chambers.
Dr. Chambers: Let's see what's going on with that arm.
Mitchell: Gladly.
Dr. Chambers: Please, step over here. Go ahead and place your arm on the table. Okay, just gonna run some diagnostics. Try and move your arm for me, please. Making a small adjustment, hang on. Okay, again please. Ah, there's the problem. One more time, please. Alright, you're good. But I recommend some trigger time to check the calibration.
Mitchell: Thanks, doc.
Gideon: Let's head to the Range.
Drelick: *spin side kicks Rideau's back* Hey, Preacher. *shoulder throws Baron* *right crosses Watterson's solar plexus*
Preacher: *waves* Hey, Drelick. Ooh, shit.
Gideon: Heh, Drelick's got the Assault Exo. Poor bastards don't stand a chance.
ATLAS PA: Dr. Chambers, please report to Conference Room C. Thank you.
Drelick: *foot sweeps Carter* *chokeslams Allie* Chokeslam! All the way to Hell! *chuckles* *helps Allie up* *dusts Allie off* You alright?
Allie: Yes. Phew, for an Airman, you can fight.
Drelick: Aww, thanks.
Gideon: Alright, show's over. Let's move.
At the Target Training Section of the Weapons Range Complex, the Mercenary Sergeant First Class, Gideon and Preacher meet up with the current champion: First Lieutenant Ilona Petrova. But in a shocking twist, Mitchell beats Ilona's score by getting all the holographic simulation's hostiles without hitting any friendlies.
W.R.C. AI: Target Training complete. Your score was: Perfect.
Ilona: Shit, where'd this guy come from?
Mitchell: Marine Raider Regiment, sweetheart.
Ilona: Hmm, beat my other scores, then we'll talk.
Mitchell: You're on.
Gideon: Over to the Grenade Training Section. You need some hands on with the Variable Grenades.
Joker: Boss, we got the sim ready to roll again.
Gideon: Copy, Mitchell, Preacher and I will be there in five minutes.
In this remake, the Tactical and Lethal Variable Grenades will have more than just three options each.
Gideon: Preacher, care to explain?
Preacher: Sure. Lethal Variable Grenades and Tactical Variable Grenades let you switch to five different types of explosives each on the fly, depending on the target. You already know how Threat and Smart 'Nades work. Test the Flash Grenade.
[Flash Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Use the EMP Grenade on drones. And FYI, they work on A.S.T.s, too.
[EMP Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Smoke 'Nades are for cover, of course.
[Smoke Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Use the Nitrogen Grenade to freeze human and mechanical targets to death and destruction in ten seconds within a fifteen yard radius. Explodes once it hits something.
[Nitrogen Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Contact Grenades detonate upon impact.
[Contact Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Good ol' reliable Frag 'Nades. Use the Incendiary Grenade and the Shock Grenade for large groups. Got a five second fuse like Frags. Both got a fifteen yard kill radius, too, so be extra careful.
[Incendiary Grenade detonation]
[Shock Grenade detonation]
Gideon: Good. Run it again for a real challenge.
Just like the Target Training Section, Mitchell aces the Grenade Training Section, too.
W.R.C. AI: Grenade Training complete. Your score was: Perfect.
Gideon: Fucking impressive.
Preacher: Just to let you know that we have a Drone Training Section at 1 o'clock. Where you can clear out the course with the MG WASP Drone as fast as you can.
Mitchell: Let me guess, Ilona holds the fastest time of completion.
Preacher: That's right. You can beat it right now, if you want. Otherwise, rally on Gideon to run the sim again. We move on you.
Seeing no reason not to, the Mercenary Sergeant First Class gets on the Drone Training Section and completes it in ten seconds. Faster than anyone in the leaderboard, including the Mercenary First Lieutenant.
W.R.C. AI: Drone Training complete. Your time was: Fastest.
Mitchell: Gotcha in everything, Lieutenant. What now?
Gideon: Eat your heart out, Ilona.
Preacher: Breaking all kinds of records today, huh Jack?
Mitchell: Yeah. And actually, it feels good to be at my best again in combat.
Preacher: Good to know.
In the Insertion Point of Training Simulator 3, Right Hand Squadron ft. Gideon and Preacher swap their live munitions for sim ammo. The run will be the same scenario as before but on Assault Mode with the Mercenary Major leading and the Mercenary Staff Sergeant on friendly overwatch atop a hill overlooking Aspen Lodge this time.
After punching through the ATLAS Mercenaries pretending to be K.V.A. Survivors, Mitchell, Gideon, Joker, Torres and Rivers rescue Cristy/President Ivanka Trump again and escape the premises with help from an MG WASP Drone. What is not on the plan is Preacher getting a "friendly" visit from Sergeant Major Archie Hynd (voiced and played by David Tennant) (Left Hand 4) on his sniper's nest.
[NA-45 fire]
Preacher: Leaving sniper's nest now, over. *slightly looks back*
Archie: Tsk, tsk, tsk. I told you you were fucked. Archie told ye—
Preacher: *grunts*
Archie: What the hell?
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
[thud]
Preacher: Oof!
Only for the Mercenary Staff Sergeant to suddenly lunge himself off the hump and detonate a C4 sandwich he hid in a nearby bush.
Archie: *coughs* What the fuck was that, Preacher?!
Preacher: Just like the Sniper Ghost Warrior Contracts Trailer! But this time, *two-finger salutes* Seeker lives!
Archie: *angry snarl* Fucking twat.
Back on the North Access Road, the Mercenary Sergeant First Class successfully evacs POTUS and survives the hold-out part before Right Hand Squadron's exfil via V-44A Warbird. To signify the completion of the run, Jonathan and Aurora meet ATLAS Corporation's primary spec ops team from the VTOL and congratulate Mitchell.
Aurora: Looks like we have an operator on our hands.
Gideon: He's getting there, ma'am, sir.
Preacher: Ha ha, I knew you could do it!
Jonathan: He's ready for some real work. Good job, son. Welcome to ATLAS. *extends right hand*
Mitchell: *shakes Jonathan's hand* Thank you, sir.
Aurora: *extends right hand* Welcome to ATLAS, kid.
Mitchell: *shakes Aurora's hand* Thank you, ma'am.
MISSION COMPLETE
ATLAS
You have proven yourself to Jonathan and Aurora Irons, and you are ready for your first mission as an ATLAS Mercenary.
Chapter 9: Operation Lasso Prep Work
Chapter Text
Mitchell
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Green ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
ASM1
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Secondary:
TAC-19
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
Fly Drone
Mute Charge
Harmonic Pulse Device
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
Laser Cutter Breaching Charge
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Gray ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Preacher
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Full Zip Hoodie
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Nightfall's Ghost Recon Wildlands Sponsored Nomad Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
NA-45
Barrel: Single Barrel
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Bolt-action
Secondary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Ajani
Outfit:
2050 Nigerian Army Uniform Set
Primary:
AK12
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Sidearm:
MP433 Grach
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Cristy
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Combat Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Lilith
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation I.T. Division Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Oz
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Sanitation Division Uniform w/ American Flag Bandana (mounted on forehead)
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Decker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Security Division Uniform
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Kahn
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Chapter 10: Traffic
Chapter Text
September 27th, 2054 - 07:30:10, ATLAS Corporation Africa Headquarters, Lagos, Nigeria, Cristy will be delivering the mission briefing and conducting ISR for Operation Lasso because Prophet believes she is ready to take jobs this important. Supporting her in the war room is her circle of friends from the ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters.
This consists of ATLAS' best I.T. Specialist and the female First Lieutenant's female best friend: Lilith Swann, Cristy's secret personal bodyguard and father figure, ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters janitor and retired Delta Force Major: Ozzy 'Oz' Pierson (just "Oz" in the original), the leader of the Irons Family's personal security team: Captain Jim Decker ("Corporal Jim Decker" in the original), and manager of the ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters who successfully acquired permission to travel with his friends often: Executive Kahn Omar (just "Kahn" in the original) (details galore, hehehehehehe).
Cristy: *exhales* Come on, Cristy. Come on. You got this. You've been training for this ever since you got into chess. *exhales* You got this, Cristy. *smiles*
Lilith: Damn, girl. I haven't seen you this worked up since logistics training.
Cristy: He he. Ah, I just don't wanna screw this up, you know.
Kahn: Oh, come on now. You're way too smart to screw anything up, including this.
Decker: Yeah, LT. Prophet assigned you to this op for a reason.
Oz: He believes you're ready. So do I, kiddo. Just remember everything you've learned, and you'll make Operation Lasso a success.
Lilith: And hey, if you feel the pressure, we're just here.
Cristy: *smiles* Thanks, Lil', Jim, Kahn, Dad— I mean, Oz.
Oz, Lilith, Decker and Kahn: *laughing at Cristy*
Cristy: *laughs at herself*
Preacher then shows up to have a word with the female First Lieutenant.
Preacher: You know, I still can't believe they let you travel, Executive. *nods* Hey, Kahn, Lilith, Oz, Decks.
Cristy's Friend Circle: Hey, Will.
Lilith: You want some time between you and Cristy?
Preacher: No need. This is a business chat.
Cristy: What's up?
Preacher: Can you pull up Hades' picture? I believe I recognize his face.
Cristy: The leader of the K.V.A.?
Preacher: Yeah.
Cristy: Okay, hang on. Got it.
Preacher: I knew it. That's Joseph Chkheidze, the Georgian-Vietnamese son of the president of Vietnam during the war.
Lilith: You sure? Facial recognition isn't complete yet.
Preacher: I remember that face anywhere. Even confirmed it with the TF that captured him and his family.
Oz: Task Force Mako?
Preacher: Affirmative. It's him.
Kahn: That explains the origin of the K.V.A.'s ultimate goal.
Preacher: Yeah, but he's still an asshole for wanting to make the world suffer for his desire for revenge.
Decker: How did he disappear so easily when he's the First Son?
Preacher: The surviving Vietnamese citizens rebuilt discreetly when they returned home. Didn't want the weight of the world on their shoulders again. I guess men like Hades took advantage of that. Thanks for the assist, First LT, guys. You're the best.
Cristy: *tilts head* We got you, Marine Raider. Come and see us more often. Mwah.
Preacher: Weapons Range Complex when we get back home. Beers and pizza are on me.
Cristy's Friend Circle: YEAH! WHOOO! ALRIGHT!
07:40:00, the Mercenary Staff Sergeant rejoins Mitchell, Gideon and Joker as they prepare for the upcoming hostage rescue mission. As Cristy gives Operation Lasso's details on a live stream, the Mercenary Sergeant First Class fills up his journal while booting up his Fly Drone at the same time.
Mitchell: (narration) After Korea, I thought I was done. But the Irons Family gave me something new to believe in. To rebuild from. It's one thing to get your foot in the door. Next, you gotta prove you belong there. Hmm, it looks like Cormack was right. In some cases, rank does become irrelevant. Right Hand Squadron has known Will long before he joined ATLAS. That explains why he already has their trust while I still have to earn it, despite me outranking him. Thankfully, I got my first chance two months later.
Cristy: Greetings, Right Hand Squadron. The Nigerian Government has successfully reached our fee to enlist our services. Just over twelve hours ago, Nigerian Prime Minister Samuel Abidoyo was taken hostage while attending an international technology summit in Lagos. We believe this to be the work of the K.V.A., a leading anti-American terrorist organization founded by vindictive North Korean and Vietnamese civilian survivors and foreign black ops allies from the Global Risk Corporation and the Black List Organisation who want to avenge the Second Vietnam War and the Korean War. At this time, the location and true identity of its leader, codename: Hades, are still suspected. Nothing confirmed. While the motivation for this abduction is unclear, it is in keeping with a series of bolder attacks against the Winslow Accord attributed to the K.V.A. in the past two years. Your mission is to link up with host nation forces under the command of Captain Ajani Okeke and affect the immediate release of Prime Minister Abidoyo. Keep steady hands, Mercenaries.
Gideon: These amateurs think they understand hostage rescue. We'll show 'em how it's done. Waiting on you, rookie.
Mitchell: Yeah, hang on a sec', alright? The sync is still off. *turns Fly Drone on* Okay, I got it. *smiles* These things are pretty impressive. Whoa!
Preacher: *waves* Hey, Fly Drone. What's up, little buddy?
Gideon: Try not to fall in love with the toys. It still comes down to the soldier that uses them.
Ajani: Chess Queen, Right Hand 1, this is Lion 2-1. My men are in position. We are ready to commence operations at your word, over.
Gideon: Roger, we roll hard in five, over.
Cristy: Confirmed, Lion 2-1. Hostage rescue ops will begin in five minutes, over.
Gideon: Try not to get us killed out there, eh rookie?
Mitchell: Roger that.
Traffic
September 27th, 2054 - 07:45:10
SFC. Jack Mitchell
ATLAS Corporation
Lagos, Nigeria
Exo Type:
Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Mag Gloves: Activated
Once Mitchell gets his Fly Drone up in the air, Operation Lasso is a go. With the live footage showing the K.V.A. fortifying the Lagos State Governor's House and Hades having his way with the city's leader and Prime Minister Samuel Abidoyo.
Mitchell: Fly Drone's live. Sending you the feed. Approaching Tech Venue. We've got six K.V.A. Survivors in the South Room on the second floor.
Gideon: Copy, keep moving.
Mitchell: Entering the Conference Room.
Prime Minister Abidoyo: Please look, I, I am the only man who need remain, huh?
Mitchell: P.I.D. on the Prime Minister and the Governor of Lagos. Sir, you see who's with them?
Gideon: Hades.
Prime Minister: Look, look, look, this man, he has a family. He will die without medical attention!
Joker: We gonna bag him?
Gideon: PM's our first priority.
Hades: We are all men... born to die. Some guilty, some innocent. The only question is when and how.
Prime Minister Abidoyo: Look, we live by God's grace. His killing will achieve nothing!
Hades: You are mistaken.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Prime Minister Abidoyo: NO!
Hades: It will achieve a great deal.
Joker: Mitchell, recall the Fly Drone. It's go time.
Gideon: Right Hand 1 to Chess Queen, they've just executed Golf Lima. We're striking now, over.
Cristy: Roger, Right Hand 1. You have execute authority, over.
Joker: All teams, we're green, we're green.
Gideon: Three Mikes to Phase Line Alpha. Clock's on.
Ajani: Whoa! If we attack now, they will kill the Prime Minister.
Gideon: They'll kill him anyway. We'll get him out alive. Preacher, on point.
Preacher: Roger, this way.
Joker: Keep it tight.
Mitchell: *keeps Fly Drone* Oo-rah.
Cristy: Incoming vidlink from command.
Aurora: Let's show them what ATLAS can do. The K.V.A. have been terrorizing innocent people around the world for far too long. It's time to send them a message.
Jonathan: A handshake with the Prime Minister, we can turn Africa around to our side. So save him. No pressure.
Gideon: Pressure? What pressure?
Jonathan: Good luck.
After the K.V.A. Leader executed the Governor of Lagos and a small pep talk from Jonathan and Aurora, Right Hand Squadron ft. Ajani gets to their point of entry. Which is the part of the Lagos State Governor's House's roof that is above the South Room.
With help from a Mute Charge and a Laser Cutter Breaching Charge, they quietly but explosively breach and clear the South Room. Outside the Conference Room, Mitchell and Joker get technical on its drywall with the developmental Harmonic Pulse Device.
Preacher: (quietly) South Room, clear.
Joker: (quietly) Conference Room, hundred yards. This way.
Gideon: (quietly) Chess Queen, this is 1. We've cleared the South Room and are moving to the X, over.
Cristy: Roger, 1.
Gideon: (quietly) Let's take a look. Mitchell, Joker, you're up.
Mitchell: (quietly) On it. Here, Joker.
Ajani: (quietly) What in be this?
Gideon: (quietly) Harmonic Pulse. Reads biodensity through pretty much anything.
[Harmonic Pulse Device turns on]
Joker: (quietly) Show time.
Mitchell: (quietly) Okay, I got four K.V.A. Survivors inside. Marking. Hostiles should be tagged in your HUDs now.
Gideon: (quietly) On my mark, not before. Do it.
[ASM1 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[IMR fire]
[NA-45 fire]
Mitchell: All targets down.
[Harmonic Pulse Device turns off]
Preacher: Door's clear.
Gideon: *kicks door open* ATLAS PMC rescue force, nobody move!
Joker: Looks like Hades bailed.
Gideon: Not our problem.
Mitchell: *breaks Prime Minister Abidoyo's handcuffs* Here you go, sir.
Prime Minister Abidoyo: They've taken hostages. The technologists of our summit. The K.V.A. wanted them, not us.
Ajani: (on comms) Eh, eh, what?! (off comms) My men just spotted them in a U.N. van.
Gideon: Color.
Ajani: (on comms) Eh, eh, what color?! (off comms) White.
Gideon: Position!
Ajani: (on comms) Wha— Where?! (off comms) They're leaving Downtown.
Gideon: Alright, let's move. Left Hand Squadron will secure Tech Venue and extract everyone. Prime Minister, you'll be safe here.
Prime Minister Abidoyo: *exhales* Thank you, soldier.
Gideon: Chess Queen, this is Right Hand 1. Fireteam neutralized and hostages rescued in Phase Line Alpha, over.
Cristy: Roger, 1. Passed Phase Line Alpha. Be advised, Nigerian Army's report checks out. We have a traffic cam feed on a white U.N. van leaving Downtown Lagos and heading for Independence Road. From your current position, head southwest, over.
Gideon: Roger that.
Now that Prime Minister Samuel Abidoyo and his fellow politicians are safe, Right Hand Squadron ft. Ajani moves through Downtown Lagos to rescue the three technologists of the international technology summit. Taking out twenty plus responding K.V.A. Survivors in the morning rush hour along the way.
Joker: Fucking rush hour.
Ajani: Nigerian Army, get down! Out of the way!
Preacher: MAHEMs on the bus!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[MAHEM fire]
Ajani: Come out from de road!
[HBRa3 fire]
[Incendiary Grenade detonation]
Gideon: They have Incendiary Grenades, too! Stay clear!
Ajani: Snipers on the apartments' balconies!
[AK12 fire]
[ASM1 fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Preacher: Don't even try it!
Joker: More of 'em fast roping in from the overpass! Enemies by the shops!
[IMR fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Gideon: MAHEM on the tanker! Kill him before he kills anymore civvies!
[ASM1 fire]
[IMR fire]
Mitchell: Got him!
[MAHEM fire]
[explosions]
Joker: BOOM! *laughs*
Preacher: Gunfight in the middle of rush hour. Better add that to the DOPE (Data On Previous Engagements) Book.
Mitchell: Street's clear! Reading my mind, brother.
Gideon: Let's move.
Ajani: We can take a shortcut through the alleys.
On Ajani's lead, Right Hand Squadron takes a shorter route to Independence Road through Downtown Lagos' alleyways. 25 plus hostiles, a gun truck, and a giant metal wall later, they reach Independence Road itself but the U.N. Van is already on Liberty Highway.
[TAC-19 fire]
Mitchell: MG truck is down.
Gideon: (off comms) Decent work, Mitchell. (on comms) Right Hand 1 to Chess Queen, enemy platoon eliminated in Phase Line Bravo, over.
Cristy: Understood, Right Hand 1. Passed Phase Line Bravo. Be advised, U.N. Van is egressing west on Liberty Highway. 500 yards from your current position and across Independence Road, over.
Ajani: We're close. Through here.
Gideon: Mag Gloves on. We gotta climb over this wall.
Preacher: Same plan, Ajani. Grab on.
The good news is Liberty Highway is just across Independence Road. The bad news is that the K.V.A. have arrived to stop them as if they are overcompensating in case counter-terrorist forces come after their hostage takers.
Preacher: More Survivors all over the street! They really thought of everything!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[IMR fire]
[AK12 fire]
Gideon: We need to get to Liberty Highway fast and safely! Joker, Preacher, Ajani, pick 'em off from here! Mitchell, with me! We're advancing!
Mitchell: Got it, Major! On you!
[ASM1 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Joker: Almost roadkill back there!
Mitchell: That's all of 'em for now.
Gideon: *opens Independence Road's fence* Chess Queen, Right Hand 1 here. We're overlooking Liberty Highway now, over.
Cristy: Roger. You should have eyes on the Van in a second.
Mitchell: *points* There!
[U.N. Van drives by]
Gideon: Damn, no clear shot. Fuck it, let's do this. Jump!
[metallic clang]
Mitchell: Oh, shit. Okay. K.V.A. SUVs, 9 and 10 o'clock!
Gideon: Take them out but keep jumping from bus to bus!
Joker: Right Hand 1, 3 and I have lost visual on you two, over.
Gideon: Pursuing target, southbound Liberty Highway! Find transportation and follow, over!
Joker: Roger that, over.
Because the U.N. Van was moving too fast for a shot, Mitchell and Gideon have to jump from bus to bus with help from their Mag Gloves in order to go after it. With Joker, Preacher and Ajani finding and securing transport of their own to join the chase.
Two busses later, the Mercenary Sergeant First Class does not stick the next landing and almost falls off the third, but his Mag Gloves save him. Then an armored K.V.A. pickup truck comes in with shooters inside and out.
Gideon: Stay close!
Mitchell: Jumping— Whoa, SHIT!
Gideon: Mitchell!
Mitchell: I'm okay! Climb— Armored K.V.A. pickup!
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[crash]
Gideon: Climb back on!
Mitchell: Not yet! I got an idea! Cover me!
So instead of quickly climbing back up, Mitchell takes out the outside gunmen, dodges a ramming attempt, hops onto the hostile vehicle's hood, punches its windshield open, throws the driver out and into a highway sign, and jumps and climbs back onto the third bus. After leaping on two more public transports and shooting down a K.V.A. Eurocopter EC365, he and the Mercenary Major finally catch up to the U.N. Van.
[crash]
Gideon: Good kill! Enemy chopper! Take it down!
[ASM1 fire]
[metallic clang]
[HBRa3 fire]
[EC365 crashes]
[explosion]
Mitchell: Shot out!
[metallic clang]
Gideon: The U.N. Van's at our 11 o'clock! Jump now!
Mitchell: Jumping!
[metallic clang]
Mitchell: I got the right! You take the left!
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[horn blares]
[horn stops]
[crash]
[splash]
With the Mag Gloves, Mitchell climbs onto the U.N. Van's right side and kills its driver and passenger while Gideon shimmies on the left side and tries to stop the vehicle. But another armored K.V.A. pickup truck rams its own friendly vehicle off the bridge and into the river below.
Good news is that all three technologists of the summit are going to make it after CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) and some fresh air. Bad news is Mitchell drowned as well, leading to Preacher jumping down to save him.
Before tending to his friend, the Mercenary Staff Sergeant conducts the appropriate life-saving procedures on the civvies along with the Mercenary Major. After waking up, the technologists could not believe that they were saved and thus faint in reaction.
Preacher then revives the Mercenary Sergeant First Class.
Mitchell: *coughs out water*
Preacher: That's it, bro. Let it all out.
Mitchell: *catches breath*
Gideon: *smacks Mitchell's head* Oi! No dozing. Job's not over 'til I say it is.
Joker: Please tell me these fuckers are alive.
Gideon: Stop stressing. They're breathing. Barely.
Joker: Cristy said that command wants Left Hand Squadron to bring them in. Why's that?
Gideon: Don't know, don't care. It's up to the boffins back at HQ. You get your money's worth, Ajani?
Ajani: You delivered exactly as promised.
Gideon: Drinks on me tonight. *gives Mitchell's ASM1 back* You did alright, Mitchell.
Mitchell: Thank you, Major.
Preacher: Can you get up?
Mitchell: Yeah, I'll be fine.
Preacher: Good, 'cause you're providing security while we take these guys to the Left Hands.
Mitchell: Okay.
09:00:02, unknown to anyone in ATLAS Corporation or even the Nigerian Army, recently promoted Master Sergeant Don Jackson is observing Left Hand Squadron from a rooftop café as they take the technologists to the company's African HQ. Apparently, he is working as an operator of Task Force Sentinel, which has been reactivated once again but under the command of General Isaiah 'Kingpin' McDonnell this time.
Jackson: Kingpin, this is Spycraft 1. Left Hand Squadron has the summit's tech experts in ATLAS' care. No official from their respective countries anywhere. But it seems Mr. and Mrs. Irons are tending to them personally, over.
Kingpin: Understood, Spycraft 1. Get your Fly Drone in there and see what happens. Don't take your eyes off those technologists, over.
Jackson: Roger, Kingpin. Fly Drone's heading in.
MISSION COMPLETE
Traffic
The mission in Lagos is a success. Gideon's team has rescued the Prime Minister and the technologists from the K.V.A.
Chapter 11: Vekron Pacific Reactor Assault Kit
Chapter Text
Mitchell
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Green ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Secondary:
EM1
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Fire Mode Add-on: Heat Sink
Tertiary:
Stinger M7
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
MG WASP Drone
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Gray ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
Mobile Barricade
Ilona
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation Tank Top
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Military Shemagh
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, GRU (Russian Federation) Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Torres
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Red Long Sleeves Polo Shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SN6
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Rivers
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Thermal Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Foregrip
Secondary:
Stinger M7
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Baron
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Drelick
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt
Bottom: White 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: White Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: White Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Carter
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Sandstone 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Sandstone ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Sandstone Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: White Half Balaclava
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Preacher
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: White Full Zip Hoodie
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Green 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Nightfall's Ghost Recon Wildlands Sponsored Nomad Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS 20mm
Scope Add-on: Ballistics CPU
Buttstock: Stock
Magazine Add-on: Extended Mags
Secondary:
TAC-19
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Rideau
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Olive Drab Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
AMR9
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Magazine Add-on: Dual Magazine
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Watterson
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Brown Leather Winter Jacket, Gray Turtleneck Sweater
Bottom: Dark Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Brown Leather Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ASM1
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Grip: Foregrip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Emmanuelle
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Blue Button Denim Jacket
Bottom: Blue Jeans
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: Red Scarf
Hand Wear: Brown Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, G.I.G.N. (French Special Police) Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Magazine Add-on: Extended Mags
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Archie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Green Winter Trench Coat, Black Round-Neck Sweater, Black Suit Shirt, Green Necktie
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Red Duckbill Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Silver-Rimmed Round Eyeglasses
Hand Wear: Gray Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, British S.B.S. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Allie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Charcoal Winter Trench Coat, Charcoal V Neck Sweater
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Winter Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, K.S.A. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Darko
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Coyote Brown UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Coyote Brown Hazard 4 Switchback
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Brown Winter Trapper Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, O.M.O.N. (Russian Special Police) Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
NA-45
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Bolt-action
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Emma-Leigh
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Coyote Brown Hazard 4 Switchback
Belt: Dark Blue Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Leather Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, MI5 Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Juarez
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Force Recon Marines Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Michaels
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Urban Uniform Set
Top: Black ATLAS Corporation T-shirt
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Sandstone Condor Tactical Cap (worn backwards)
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Rimless Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Force Recon Marines Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 12: Fission
Chapter Text
September 28th, 2054 - 16:50:55, ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters, Arlington, Virginia, United States of America, being a man of his word and a wholesome guy, Preacher hangs out with Cristy and her friend circle at the Weapons Range Complex's Target Training Section. As he delivers on their favorite individual beers and a nice, homemade Meatlover's Pizza.
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Decker: Get some, you U.N. shits! Oh, yeah!
[HBRa3 fire]
Lilith: Whoo!
Decker: Damn, Lil', you can shoot!
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Cristy: Feels good, doesn't it, Kahn?
Kahn: Yeah, actually. I guess if I'm gonna have to get my hands dirty one day, it might as well be in protecting you guys and myself.
Preacher: *smiles*
Oz: Hey, Will. What are you standin' around there for? Come on. Everyone loved your idea.
Preacher: Happy to know. I was just uh... happily watching Cristy enjoy herself and the good company. You know.
Oz: Yeah, I get where you're coming from. Lilith shot her first gun today. And she handled it like she was born for it.
Preacher: Nice. I always believe that there's a soldier in all of us.
Oz: Kahn got his hands dirty and worked up for the first time in his life. And he actually enjoyed it.
Preacher: Who would've thought that guns would be one of the few things that'll get him to branch out with us?
Oz: *chuckles* And Decker enjoyed it more than any of us. Maybe a little too much.
Preacher: Reminds me of me when I was learning how to be a gunfighter.
Oz: So, I got the beers. You got that delicious pizza.
Preacher: Thanks. Come get it while it's hot!
Cristy: Will! *kisses Preacher*
Lilith: Glad you made it, Will.
Preacher: Ah, I wouldn't miss it for the world, Lily. Besides, I'm damn lucky and grateful to have found and befriended you guys. *raises beer bottle* To Cristy's Friend Circle.
Cristy's Friend Circle: *looking and smiling at each other* *raising beer bottles* To Will and Cristy's Friend Circle.
Preacher: Whoa.
[clink]
Will and Cristy's Friend Circle: *laughing*
Preacher: Here we are. Fresh, homemade Meatlover's Pizza. You like it?
Kahn: Mmm, this is really good.
Preacher: Oh, come on. You should see what Jack can really do in the kitchen. A lot better than me any day.
Lilith: Still, your pizza is frickin' amazing.
Decker: You're no slouch yourself either, Will.
Oz: Oh, man. I wish making pizza wasn't so complicated.
Just by the Target Training Section's exit, Jonathan and Aurora subtly and brightly watch their son hang out with his girlfriend and work friends. 17:15:06, Will and Cristy's Friend Circle get back to work as the Mercenary Staff Sergeant, Gideon and Joker head for Mitchell's barracks room to wait for Prophet to debrief them.
Preacher: Come on, Jack. You gotta tell us. Ilona hanging out with the boys in her room is no rare thing.
Mitchell: Like I said, nice try, Will.
Preacher: Fine, I'll just guess something sexy then.
Mitchell: Good luck getting anyone to believe you.
Gideon and Joker: Ooh.
Preacher: Yeesh. I'm gonna need a beer to put these flames out.
Gideon: Quiet. Debrief's about to start.
Mitchell: (narration) Life with ATLAS was nothing like the Marines... but I wasn't complaining.
[epic action music plays]
Prophet: With lives hanging in the balance, ATLAS forces moved in swiftly to rescue the hostages.
Joker: *chuckles* God dammit, Gideon. I didn't know you were a movie star.
Gideon: Oh, easy now. I know it's probably the first time your backwoods hillbilly-arse has seen someone with a full set of teeth, but don't get carried away.
Mitchell and Preacher: Ooh.
Joker: Well, that's funny, because that's what your mom— Holy. Did you see that shit?
Mitchell: Not bad, right?
Gideon: Eh, you got lucky. K.V.A.'s gettin' better everyday.
Mitchell: Whatever happened to the guys we pulled out of the drink anyway, huh?
Preacher: Good question. Couldn't get anything because our rivalry with Left Hand Squadron kept me from having a word or a look.
Gideon: Ah, the husband and wife team took them on. It's fine by me.
Mitchell: *nods*
Preacher: *tilts head*
Joker: Badass, man. Fucking badass.
Jonathan: As you were, son. As you were.
Gideon: Is there uh... something we can help you with, sir, ma'am?
Jonathan: Well, a glass would be a start. *smiles*
Gideon: He he, I'll do you one better. Gather 'round, gents.
Jonathan: There's an old military saying. "Treat your men as you would your beloved sons. And they will follow you into the deepest valley."
Aurora: We nearly lost our son. And it taught us the importance of seizing the moment... of saying what needs to be said when you have the chance.
Mitchell: *pats Preacher's back*
Aurora: You gentlemen did a hell of a job out there. Africa has opened up. Fantastic opportunities for ATLAS.
Jonathan: And for that, we're grateful. *raises shot glass* To you, gentlemen.
[clink]
Mitchell: (narration) It felt good to celebrate. But Gideon was right. We just got lucky. And the K.V.A. was getting better and thinking bigger, everyday.
[explosions]
Fission
November 7th, 2054 - 15:20:19
SFC. Jack Mitchell
ATLAS Corporation
Seattle, WA, United States of America
Exo Type:
Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Stim: Activated
Less than an hour ago, Hades manages to get ATLAS Corporation's attention by kidnapping Fox News' Wendy Riley and her crew, taking them to the Vekron Pacific Reactor in Seattle, raping the female journalist on camera, and threatening the nuclear power plant and the Winslow Accord afterwards before disappearing.
Hades: Rah! Exotic British-American whore. *licks Wendy Riley face* *clears throat* People of the world, you have been secretly and publicly terrorized by the so-called Winslow Accord since 2045. They claim that they are a better and more just West. But the West can never stop being what it truly is: a cancer. Time and again, the world has proven to be in a far more prosperous state when the United States of America and her two hopeless allies were on the verge of extinction. I am here to finish what Russia, China, the Latin American Federation, Vietnam, North Korea and the United Nations started. I am here to liberate the world from this cancer. I am Hades, and I am your savior.
As soon as the transmission ended, Right Hand Squadron immediately departed for Seattle. Backing them up are V-44A Warbird Raven Squadron 2, McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet (just "F-52" in the original) (the U.S. Navy's second sixth generation fighter aircraft that was distributed to the U.S. Air Force like the F-35B Lightning II) Lightspeed Squadron 2, and none other than Left Hand Squadron in the flesh.
Led by Rideau and Watterson, two ex-Green Berets from the 5th Special Forces Group who want to go to war with the United Nations directly, and supported by First Lieutenant Emmanuelle Durant (voiced and played by Élodie Yung) (Left Hand 3), a former French G.I.G.N. (Groupe d'intervention de la Gendarmerie nationale) Officer who fled to the U.S. after France sold itself to the U.N., Archie, an ex-British S.B.S. Operator turned world-class art thief and ATLAS Corporation Mercenary after Jonathan and Aurora rescued him from his most dangerous heist on the United Nations' most prized museum in Shanghai, China, Allie, a disavowed German K.S.A. (Kommando Strategische Aufklärung) Special Agent who tried to expose the Global Risk Corporation and the Black List Organisation like the late Special Agents Cora Windsor and Sonja Liu, First Sergeant Darko Saburov (Left Hand 6), an ex-O.M.O.N. (Otryad Mobilnyy Osobogo Naznacheniya) Officer who tried and failed to avert the terrorist attack in Moscow that led to Russia pledging total allegiance to the U.N., First Sergeant Emma-Leigh Harris (voiced and played by Helen Sadler) (Left Hand 7), a former MI5 Special Agent who could not prevent the United Nations-sponsored terrorist coup de main that forced the U.K. to become the United Nations' fist, and First Sergeants Alfonso Juarez (Left Hand 8) and Lyndon Michaels (Left Hand 9), two honorably discharged Force Recon Marines who now fight for their preferred lavish lifestyles (Details! We've got details for days!).
Preacher: Task Force Mako and I always thought Joseph Chkheidze was bad news. Now, I can't wait to ice the motherfucker.
Joker: You and me both.
Lightspeed 2-1: We have a visual on enemy packs in the Northern Lay Down Yard. Left Hand has engaged multiple targets at grid: Kilo-4-1-niner.
[Holographic Computer turns on]
Gideon: Everyone seeing this?
Right Hand Squadron: Yup yup!
Gideon: Alright, one more time. We have actionable intel that the K.V.A. are trying to trigger a meltdown in the Vekron Pacific Reactor. We're inserting in the South Courtyard, and we'll push north and interior while Left Hand Squadron and the awaiting reinforcements secure the exterior. This shit ends in the Control Room. Get in position.
Right Hand Squadron: Clear!
[Holographic Computer turns off]
[door opens]
Raven 2-4: Disengaging stealth. Raven 2-4 to 2-3, understand we are still operating under a restricted ROE, over.
Gideon and Preacher: *two-finger salutes Raven 2-4 and co.*
Raven 2-3: Negative on that restricted ROE, 2-4. We are free to prosecute, over.
Gideon: Gonna be a good one, Mitchell. Just like Korea, with more radiation.
Mitchell: Here's hoping it won't be exactly like that.
[F-52s fly by]
Raven 2-3: Raven 2-4, we've got a Stinger launch in our 12 o'clock, over! Contact! Contact! Deploying countermeasures!
Gideon: Hold on!
Carter: Get outta there, Raven 2-4!
[explosion]
Raven 2-4: Raven 2-3, we're hit! We're hit—
[Raven 2-4 crashes]
[explosion]
Drelick: Raven 2-4, NOOOO!
Joker: Motherfuckers!
Raven 2-3: Raven 2-4 is down! Raven 2-4 is down! Raven 2-5, break holding pattern and provide support for Left Hand, over.
Raven 2-5: Roger that, 2-3.
Carter: Our 100-man QRF just got cut down to 90! The fuckfaces!
Preacher: Stay focused. Let's hit the K.V.A. back for them.
Raven 2-3: We've got hostiles in our LZ. Copy?
[HBRa3 fire]
Gideon: Copy. Right Hands, clear those rooftops.
Mitchell: Engaging.
[Grenade Launcher fire]
[ATLAS 20mm fire]
[IMR fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[SN6 fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
With even more reason to liberate the Vekron Pacific Reactor and go after the K.V.A., Right Hand Squadron clears their LZ in no time and joins Left Hand Squadron at the South Courtyard. They are then supported by Raven 2-6, Raven 2-7, Raven 2-1 and Raven 2-2 as they drop off two MD Turrets and two experimental Mobile Cover Drones for the two strike teams.
Raven 2-3: Good effect on target. LZ is clear. We are in position, Right Hand Squadron.
Gideon: Let's do this.
[Zipline Launcher fire]
Drelick: (off comms) Line's out! Gideon, go! Joker, go! Ilona, go! Torres, go! Rivers, go! Baron, go! Carter, go! Mitchell, go! Preacher, go! (on comms) Right Hand 6 to Raven 2-3, Right Hand Squadron is boots on the ground. Get outta there, over.
Raven 2-3: Roger that, Right Hand 6. Moving to search for survivors in Raven 2-4, over.
Gideon: Left Hand 1, Right Hand Squadron is boots on the ground and coming at your 3 o'clock! Watch your fire!
Rideau: Welcome to the party, Right Hand!
Gideon: Looks like Left Hand's knee deep! We'll push forward with them to the Headquarters Building!
Joker: Yes, sir!
Gideon: Right Hand Squadron, move out!
Rideau: Left Hand Squadron, move out!
Right Hand Squadron and Left Hand Squadron's joint assault formation consists of Mitchell and Watterson commandeering the two MD Turrets, Preacher, Rivers and Darko getting behind one of the Mobile Cover Drones, Drelick, Carter and Allie using the other, Gideon, Joker, Ilona, Rideau, Emmanuelle and Archie leading up in the front, and Torres, Baron, Emma-Leigh, Juarez and Michaels covering the flanks. And despite their teams being fierce rivals, they can work together with double the efficiency when ATLAS Corporation needs them to.
Mitchell: I'm going for that MD Turret!
Watterson: I'll get the other!
[MD Turret fire]
Rivers: Get behind this bad boy!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Preacher: Good to hunt with another sniper! Right, Darko?!
[ATLAS 20mm fire]
Darko: Yes, sure, whatever you say!
[NA-45 fire]
Carter: Get behind this tough little guy, people!
[HBRa3 fire]
Drelick: Great to finally work with you, Allie! You handle yourself well!
[HBRa3 fire]
Allie: Worry about yourself, Maynard! Trust me!
[HBRa3 fire]
Rideau: Go! Go! Go!
[AMR9 fire]
Emmanuelle: The power plant is running out of time! Come on!
[IMR fire]
Archie: From stealing fine art in China to fighting terrorists in some nuclear power plant in fucking America! Not sure where I'd prefer to be!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Joker: Jesus Christ, these fucking Left Hands thinking they're leading this op!
[IMR fire]
Ilona: Keep it tight, Joker!
[Bal-27 fire]
Gideon: Don't worry about them! It'll just be us when we get in the Headquarters Building!
[HBRa3 fire]
Michaels: You Right Hands better hurry up!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Juarez: You know what?! Let's see which team will strike gold first!
[Bal-27 fire]
Baron: Hey, ladies, this isn't a game! Stay on your toes and try not to screw up!
[Grenade Launcher fire]
Emma-Leigh: *laughs* We'll see you inside, and then we'll talk! Mwah!
[Bal-27 fire]
Torres: Cocky shitheads, Baron! Fuck 'em!
[SN6 fire]
Prophet then sends Raven 2-8 to drop off a T-600 Titan for Right Hand Squadron and Left Hand Squadron to use. But Emmanuelle throws the red air support marker into the Northern Lay Down Yard, the K.V.A.'s position, for some reason.
Emmanuelle: I hope Raven 2-8 knows where we actually are!
Gideon: Why?!
Emmanuelle: Because I told them to drop the Titan off on the red smoke!
Joker: *groans* You mean that red smoke?!
Emmanuelle: Hey, that was not my best toss! I'm a police officer, not an Airman!
Rideau: It doesn't matter if we can get it!
Raven 2-8: Left Hand 3, this is Raven 2-8. We see your mark. Dropping—
[explosions]
Raven 2-8: Mayday! Mayday! Raven 2-3, we're hit—
[Raven 2-8 crashes]
[explosion]
Ilona: Well, guess what?! We cannot! And the Survivors already hijacked it!
Gideon: Fuck me! Mitchell, Watterson, get out of your MD Turrets before they blow you the fuck up!
[T-600 fire]
[MD Turrets exploding]
Mitchell: Fuck, that was close!
Watterson: You alright, rookie?!
Mitchell: I'm fine! Gotta take the Titan out with the Stinger M7!
Gideon: Rivers, you too!
Rivers: Got it, sir!
[Stinger M7 fire]
[explosions]
[T-600 explodes]
Mitchell: Tank's down! Thanks for the assist, Rivers.
Rivers: Anytime, Mitchell.
Gideon: Good work, Mitchell, Rivers.
Joker: Next time, learn how to toss a fucking air support marker!
Rideau: Hey, back off—
Preacher: Northern Lay Down Yard, clear!
Gideon: Take it easy, Rideau! You too, Joker! Right Hand Squadron, move into the Headquarters Building now!
Rideau: Left Hand Squadron, signal the QRF and lock this place down!
Baron: There's Wendy Riley and her crew! Main Lobby! Thank God they're still alive.
Carter: Wendy Riley, sirs, ma'ams, come with me. You're all going home.
Wendy Riley: Oh, thank God.
Watterson: I'll take it from here, Carter. *pushes Carter aside* Go with your team. Come on. Follow me.
Prophet: Left Hand Squadron, be advised, 100-man QRF is fast roping at the South Courtyard and Northern Lay Down Yard now, over.
Rideau: (on comms) Understood, Prophet. (off comms) Glad we got an actual pro looking after us this time.
Prophet: Right Hand Squadron, be advised, K.V.A. technicians have overridden the Vekron Pacific Reactor's security protocols and are attempting to trigger a critical event. We have no time, over.
Gideon: (on comms) Roger that, Prophet. We're moving interior now, over. (off comms) Stay sharp. Eyes out for more civilians.
Preacher: No pulse over here.
Gideon: No pulse over here, too.
Prophet: Access to the lower floor is down the elevator shafts, over.
Gideon: (on comms) Roger. (off comms) Let's get these doors open.
However, despite the mistake that nearly got everyone killed by their own main battle tank hybrid, Right Hand Squadron and Left Hand Squadron manage to secure the entrance to the Headquarters Building and rescue Wendy Riley and her Fox News team. With a 100-man ATLAS QRF inserting to help Rideau's team lock the Vekron Pacific Reactor down, Gideon's team heads inside to stop the K.V.A. from triggering a meltdown.
The only way for ATLAS forces to get to the Control Building, which is where the Control Room will be, they have to cut through the Headquarters Building because the K.V.A. have the Control Building's rear entrance locked down, and no friendly assets have been there yet.
[doors opening]
Drelick: One at a time. Gideon, go. Joker, go. Ilona, go. Torres, go. Rivers, go. Baron, go. Carter, go. Mitchell, go. Preacher, go.
Gideon: Clear. This way.
Prophet: Right Hand Actual, reactor core temperature is climbing.
Joker: That's bad news, right?
Ilona: What do you think?
Prophet: Indicators are below normal rate, but holding, Right Hand 1.
Gideon: We can still make it.
Preacher: Clear left.
Mitchell: Clear right.
Baron: Clear left.
Drelick: Clear right.
Preacher: No civilian here has got a pulse.
Joker: Poor bastards. Didn't stand a chance.
Gideon: Keep moving.
Emmanuelle: Right Hand Squadron, you're getting slowed down by the civilians. Maybe it should be us inside and not you.
Carter: Major, permission to switch our frequency to just us.
Gideon: Do it. Bloody wetwork spooks. Junction.
Prophet: Head right. Through the Reactor Room.
Gideon: Stay together. Carter, get this door open.
Carter: Copy.
[HBRa3 fire]
Gideon: Contact!
[HBRa3 fire]
[TAC-19 fire]
[IMR fire]
Prophet: Right Hand Squadron, get through the Reactor Room as quickly as possible, over.
Gideon: Tangos on the balcony! Slot 'em!
[EM1 fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[SN6 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
After checking for civilian survivors in the Laboratory Room, Mitchell, Gideon, Joker, Ilona, Torres, Rivers, Baron, Drelick, Carter and Preacher find the Reactor Room filled with multiple K.V.A. hostiles and start cleaning house. With the Mercenary Staff Sergeant getting the most kills because of his TAC-19 and his mastery of Advanced CQB Survival, the same combat drill of the late, great Lieutenant Colonel Victor 'Cypher' Lyall which he received from Major Everett 'Nightfall' Westbrook during his Task Force Rogue mentorship.
In less than four minutes, Right Hand Squadron finishes up and takes an active cargo elevator to the Turbine Room, which is just next to the Control Room.
Preacher: Reactor Room, clear!
Joker: Fast work, team.
Ilona: Especially you, Preacher. Well done.
Preacher: Tango Mike, Lieutenant.
Gideon: Prophet, Right Hands are by the cargo elevator at Sector C, over.
Prophet: Up one floor to the Control Room's level, over.
Mitchell: Going up.
Gideon: Deploy the Mobile Barricade by the door.
[doors closing]
Joker: Copy that.
[doors opening]
Mitchell: Looks like a job for the MG WASP!
Gideon: Deploy it! Carter, keep Mitchell covered! Everyone else, advance on me!
[MG WASP Drone fire]
Gideon: Exit's on the upper walkway!
Joker: What?!
Gideon: Upper walkway! Move!
Joker: I can't hear a God damn thing!
Ilona: Keep moving! We're almost there!
Preacher: Turbine Room, clear!
In less than two minutes this time, Mitchell, Gideon, Joker, Ilona, Torres, Rivers, Baron, Drelick, Carter and Preacher reach the Control Room and get to work. But not before narrowly avoiding a rigged pair of double doors first.
[turbine explodes]
Mitchell: Whoa!
Prophet: Right Hand Squadron, output just spiked.
Gideon: (on comms) We're almost there! (off comms) There it is!
[beep]
Carter: GET BACK!
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
Mitchell: Holy shit!
Gideon: Carter! You alright?!
Carter: *coughs* I'm good.
Joker: The hell just happened?!
Preacher: They rigged the door.
Mitchell: Clear left!
Carter: Clear right! *points* The main console is still alive.
Prophet: Patch in and run diagnostics.
Gideon: (off comms) Mitchell, Carter, I need you two to get on the main console with me. (on comms) Prophet, you got this?
Prophet: Affirmative, Right Hand Actual. We're seeing what you're seeing.
Carter: Okay, core temp's maintaining. We need to overflow the cooling pools.
Mitchell: Wait! Levels are dropping!
[explosions]
Prophet: The steam release lines have been cut off.
Joker: Boss...
Gideon: Damn, it was stable a second ago! Trying to reroute.
Carter: Gideon, core temperature is critical! Rerouting attempt has failed! Warnings everywhere! We gotta abort!
Joker: Gideon!
Gideon: We've got this!
Prophet: Gideon! We have a Level 7 Event! You can't save it! Withdraw from the AO now!
Gideon: *grunts* *slams main console with both hands* (off comms) Shit! (on comms) Roger that, Prophet! (off comms) Right Hands, we're about to go critical! Let's go!
[door opens]
Rivers: Popped the door open! On me!
With the Vekron Pacific Reactor too far gone to be saved, Right Hand Squadron exfiltrates through the Control Building's rear entrance. But evacuation gets complicated when multiple known and unknown variables come into play.
Joker: Gideon, Tangos are bailin' out!
Gideon: So are we! Keep moving!
Carter: Joker, what's your Geiger reading?!
Joker: We're good! Just keep shooting!
Gideon: Prophet, we've got K.V.A. extraction choppers by the North Towers, over!
Prophet: Roger that, Right Hand Actual. We've got them on ISR.
Gideon: Raven 2-3, this is Right Hand Actual! We need immediate evac at the North Towers, over!
Raven 2-3: Roger, Right Hand Actual. Inbound in 30 seconds, over.
Gideon: Left Hand 1, where the fuck are you and the QRF?! Control Building's rear entrance and North Courtyard is filled with K.V.A. Survivors, over!
Rideau: All Lightspeed and Raven callsigns were bingo fuel! We got pinned down and had to fall back outside the AO, over!
Ilona: Fucking Left Hand Squadron!
Prophet: Right Hand Actual, pressure readings are critical! Left Hand Squadron and the QRF are already out! Get your men out of there now, over!
Joker: You heard the man! Keep moving!
[F-52s fly by]
[explosions]
Joker: God damn!
Gideon: What the hell was that?!
Carter: Pressure explosions! Vekron Pacific Reactor is going to blow soon!
[V-44A fire]
Raven 2-3: Right Hand Squadron, this is Raven 2-3! Coming in for a gun run on enemy foot mobiles and air assets, over!
Gideon: You're a damn welcome sight, 2-3!
[explosions]
Raven 2-3: We can't get near those surface explosions! Circling around to the Southeast Towers, over!
Gideon: Roger that, 2-3!
Joker: Come on!
Carter: Go! Go! I'm right behind!
Joker: There's our exfil!
[explosions]
[North Towers collapsing]
Raven 2-3: (muffled) Right Hand Squadron, do you copy?!
Gideon: (muffled) Keep moving! Keep moving!
Joker: (muffled) It's coming down!
Ilona: (muffled) Right Hand Squadron, form up and brace yourselves!
Preacher: (muffled) Carter, come on!
Carter: (muffled) Don't wait for me, Preacher! Go on!
[bullet whizzes]
Preacher: (muffled) WHAT THE FUCK?! I FELT A BULLET WHIZ BY ME!
Mitchell: (muffled) PREACHER, COME ON! FORM UP ON US!
Torres: (muffled) WAIT, I DIDN'T SEE CARTER FOLLOW PREACHER!
Joker: (muffled) Where's Carter?! WHERE'S CARTER?!
Drelick: (muffled) LET'S FIND HIM!
Baron: Left Hand 9, repeat your last!
[static]
Michaels: RIGHT HAND SQUADRON, WHERE THE FUCK ARE YOU?! WE'VE GOT THIRTY DEAD AND A DOZEN WOUNDED! RAVEN 2-5 IS DOWN!
Prophet: All units, get Warbirds on the ground and get those men and women out of there NOW!
Gideon: There's Raven 2-3! Joker, Drelick, Mitchell, Preacher, where are you?!
Joker: He's dead! CARTER'S DEAD!
Preacher: Bullet through his helmet and head! WE'VE GOT A FUCKING SNIPER OUT THERE! SCANNING!
Gideon: Prophet, ATLAS strike force is evacuating! AO is compromised, over!
Juarez: Where's our God damn air support?!
Preacher: Get Carter on board! I'm going hunting!
Gideon: Negative, Preacher! Come on, get on board, now! Carter wouldn't want you to die as well!
Preacher: FUCK! Roger that, coming aboard!
The operation in Seattle is a lost cause. And First Sergeant Steve Carter, Raven 2-4, Raven 2-5, Raven 2-8 and many other valuable personnel and equipment pay the heaviest price for ATLAS Corporation's failure.
15:50:03, just like back in Lagos, Jackson has been watching the entire catastrophe unfold. But this time, he could have made an actual difference by stopping the K.V.A. technicians because he was earlier than ATLAS Corporation.
If he was not being held back by Task Force Sentinel's C.I.A. LNO (Liason Officer): Special Agent Rachel Kane.
Jackson: I hope keeping me from getting into the Vekron Pacific Reactor was worth it, Aphrodite. You have no idea what kind of shitshow had just unfolded down here, over.
Kane: I know.
Jackson: I DON'T THINK YOU DO! Right Hand Squadron is a group of people I knew! People I befriended! People I fought alongside! First Sergeant Steve Carter shouldn't have to die. His teammates shouldn't have to suffer this loss.
Kane: I'm sorry, Spycraft 1.
Jackson: *shakes head* Bitch.
Kingpin: They're good people, Spycraft 1. We know they still are. But you also know that we cannot go loud without sufficient evidence. Now, RTB. I'll patiently wait for your debrief, over.
Jackson: *sighs* Roger that, Kingpin. I'm RTB, over. *turns Panoramic NODs' Spotter Mode off*
MISSION FAILED
Fission
The K.V.A. succeeded in triggering a meltdown in the nuclear power plant. Your squad has escaped just in time, but the consequences of this disaster are catastrophic.
Chapter 13: Detroit Snatch And Grab Kit
Chapter Text
Mitchell
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
AMR9
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Secondary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Thermal Optic Attachment (behind the scope)
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Torres
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SN6
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Suppressor
Preacher
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Kryptek Typhon Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
NA-45
Barrel: Single Barrel
Scope Add-on: Thermal Optic Attachment (behind the scope), Ballistics CPU
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Bolt-action
Muzzle: Suppressor
Secondary:
SN6
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Knox
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Jackson
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Kane
Exo Suit:
C.I.A. Special Activities Center Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
Locus
Scope Add-on: Thermal Optic Attachment (behind the scope), Ballistics CPU
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Secondary:
Kuda
Optic: Reflex Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Sidearm:
Strife
Optic: Reflex Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight I
Chapter 14: Aftermath
Chapter Text
Four years, give or take, have passed since the meltdown of the Vekron Pacific Reactor in Seattle. And the unknown help the K.V.A. got from the international technology summit back in Lagos has allowed them to carry out more nuclear catastrophes all over America, Australia and Korea, killing 50 million people combined.
As these news broadcasts and this single K.V.A. message have haunted the Winslow Accord everyday throughout those four years and continue to do so until now.
Fox News: This just in, you're looking at what is obviously a VERY disturbing live shot there. That is the Vekron Pacific Reactor near Seattle. And we have unconfirmed reports...
NBC: The C.D.C. (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention) has ordered an evacuation of non-essential personnel within a five mile radius of Downtown Detroit.
ABC: The National Guard has begun distributing potassium iodide tablets...
CNN: ...massive coordinated attacks across Korea, Australia and the United States.
Newsmax: This is coming in live. It is raw footage of what appears to be some kind of statement from the K.V.A.'s leader, Hades.
Hades: My fellow citizens of the world. Today, you are delighted. You are delighted because the Winslow Accord has been woken from their sleep.
But despite Hades' best efforts to topple the West, the United States of America and ATLAS Corporation, mostly just the latter, have kept the Winslow Accord alive and hopeful. As this motivational commercial is played often to keep people's chins up.
Jonathan: (narration) There are some days we never forget. Moments burned into our memory until the day we die. Where were you the day everything changed? Four years ago, one man tried to destroy our way of life. One man tried to throw the West into darkness. It felt like we could never find our way back. But we did. Together. When you were vulnerable, we gave you our strength. When you were sick, we delivered you the cure. When there was chaos, we brought you order. Stability. Safety. A chance to start again. Who are we? We're the way forward.
Aftermath
December 5th, 2058 - 00:00:05
MSgt. Jack Mitchell
ATLAS Corporation
Detroit, MI, United States of America
Exo Type:
Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Stim: Activated
December 5th, 2058 - 00:00:05, ATLAS Corporation Safety Camp, Detroit, Michigan, Master Sergeant Jack Mitchell, Gideon and Sergeant First Class Will 'Preacher' Irons arrive for an op that will require ATLAS Corporation's primary spec ops team. With Joker and Torres waiting for them on the ground.
[door opens]
Preacher: Thanks for the ride, Raven 2-3.
Gideon: *gives Raven 2-3 a thumbs up* Welcome to Detroit!
Mitchell: What's the count now? Been a while since I've seen the daily report.
Preacher: As we speak, two and a half million people live in safety camps posted near ten cities belonging to Australia, Korea, and even our good ol' U.S. of A. Each.
Mitchell: Like this one?
Gideon: That's right. No fuckin' holiday, but they've got food, water, security. All courtesy of ATLAS. Now, the K.V.A. have the balls to move in next door. Fuck me.
Four Years Later
Joker: You boys look like shit.
Mitchell: Not being in a gourmet kitchen for four consecutive years will do that.
Preacher: Haven't seen Cristy, Lilith, Oz, Decker or Kahn since Seattle. Everyone's been busy at work.
Torres: Aren't we all, P? Aren't we all?
Gideon: 22 days straight this month. K.V.A. doesn't take a break. Neither do we.
Joker: I feel ya. We were gonna start moving people back in this month. Then the K.V.A. showed up, now everything's on lockdown.
Gideon: They're protecting our target. We still locked in on him?
Joker: Dr. Pierre Danois. He's in the Midtown Hospital. We're green.
Gideon: Four years of hunting down Hades, and his right-hand man turns up at our doorstep. Fucking brilliant.
Mitchell: *exhales* Might be the lucky break we've been looking for.
Torres: Here's hoping.
Preacher: Praying it is.
Right Hand Squadron's mission in the abandoned city of Detroit is to find and capture Dr. Pierre Danois, Hades' second in command and a major contributor to the K.V.A.'s nuclear terrorist attacks over the past four years. After passing by Rideau, Archie, Allie and Emma-Leigh in the safety camp's decontamination checkpoint, they hop on their Hoverbikes, pass the external security checkpoint, and ride to the Midtown Hospital.
Decontamination Checkpoint AI: Scanning for isotopes. Please wait.
Rideau: Just confirmed Persephone's location. Prophet already has it. You're welcome, second best.
Gideon: Arsehole.
Allie: Hey there, Right Hand Squadron.
Joker: Hey there, Allie.
Archie: Too bad Drelick ain't around, eh darling?
Allie and Preacher: Shut up.
Archie: I'm sorry. I didn't realize I was talking to the second best as well. You should be comfortable with getting Persephone now, Preacher. You Right Hands have no idea how hard it is to maintain surveillance. What you do is easy. Theatre shite.
Preacher: That "theatre shite" is where lives are actually at stake, you dickhead.
Mitchell: My God, you Left Hands are fucking ANNOYING!
Emma-Leigh: *snickers* Mate, we're the best squad of troops ATLAS has to offer. We can afford to be annoying. Besides, if we were the ones taking Vekron back, none of this would've happened. And maybe, just maybe, Carter would still be alive. *laughs*
Mitchell: The FUCK did you just—
Preacher: Easy there, Jack. It's not worth it. You wanna release some anger? Do it on the K.V.A. we're gonna kill. Come on.
Mitchell: *sighs* Okay.
Joker: What the hell are the K.V.A. doing in Detroit, boss?
Gideon: An empty city without police or eyewitnesses. Good place to hide something. Or someone.
ATLAS Guard 1: Clear. Good luck out there.
Preacher: Thanks, dude.
Gideon: Torres. We set?
Torres: Good to go. Bikes are prepped, timeline is locked in.
Gideon: Alright, saddle up.
Preacher: Can always count on you, Torres.
Torres: Gotta look out for each other, right?
[Hoverbike engines starting]
Gideon: Sync to me and keep it on autopilot, Right Hands.
Prophet: Right Hand 1, Persephone is holding position at the Midtown Hospital. Clock's ticking, over.
Gideon: Roger, Prophet. Hitting Checkpoint Blue in five, over.
Prophet: Remember, capture only. We need him to find Hades, over.
Gideon: Roger. Right Hand 1, out.
Preacher: *waves* Hey, guys.
Mitchell: Hey, man.
ATLAS A.S.T. Guard 1: Name and order number.
Gideon: Major Gideon Shaw. Order 5527.
ATLAS A.S.T. Guard 1: (off comms) Hold on. (on comms) Got five operatives on bikes heading in. Mission Order 5527. (off comms) Okay, you're good. (on comms) Open it up.
[horn blares]
[doors opening]
Preacher: See you in a bit.
Gideon: Stay locked on.
Torres: Can't believe this is Detroit.
Joker: Hasn't changed that much.
Mitchell: Thank you, Corporate America. Your work will not be appreciated.
Gideon: Link up point ahead, 12 o'clock.
Preacher: Prophet, Right Hand Squadron has passed Phase Line Delta. We have visual on Checkpoint Blue. Standby for insertion, over.
Prophet: Roger, Right Hand 5. Passed Phase Line Delta. Standing by now, over.
Gideon: Mitchell and I are taking the north side. You three are south. RV on Bates Street.
Joker: Roger that.
Prophet: Right Hand 1, Right Hand 4, ISR detecting movement northwest at a hundred yards from your position, over.
Gideon: We'll keep our heads on a swivel.
At Checkpoint Blue, which is a supposedly empty high school, Mitchell and Gideon take its north side while Joker, Torres and Preacher move to its south side. Not even inside yet, and there is already something off when the Mercenary Master Sergeant and the Mercenary Major come across an ATLAS CBRN (Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear) Division transport truck.
Mitchell: ATLAS CBRN vehicle at our 12.
Gideon: No one's supposed to be in this sector. Watch your ROE. Maintain stealth.
Mitchell: (quietly) (off comms) Rog'. (on comms) Right Hand 4 to Prophet, we're at Checkpoint Blue. Going interior, over.
Prophet: Roger that, Right Hand 4. We're tracking you, over.
After going over half of the semi-dark, almost creepy Checkpoint Blue, Mitchell and Gideon come across a classroom full of dead civilians with gunshot wounds. This leads to the possibility that the ATLAS CBRN Division personnel in the AO are hostile and K.V.A. sleeper cells.
[light bulb explodes]
Gideon: (quietly) Shit.
Mitchell: *exhales*
Gideon: (quietly) *chuckles* *opens door* Fuck me.
Mitchell: (quietly) Executed. *checks bodies* No pulse, but they haven't been dead long. We've got active threats in here.
Gideon: (quietly) *nods* Right Hand 2, we've got bodies. Looks like a clean-up crew. Could be tied to the missing hazmat suits report back at base. Treat all hazmats as hostile, over.
Joker: Understood, Right Hand 1.
Gideon: (quietly) If the K.V.A. have been operating under disguise, there could be more of 'em than we thought.
Mitchell: (quietly) Best to assume the U.N. is already tipped off and fed with what we know. So we'll need to move faster.
Gideon: (quietly) Mm-hmm. Come on.
Almost done with the sweep, the Mercenary Master Sergeant falls off the remains of a collapsed hallway and through another one below all the way down the high school's supply and maintenance room. Then, a K.V.A. squad wearing ATLAS CBRN Division uniforms with ARX-160s, AK12s and MK14s heads down to add to the severity of the situation.
But Mitchell still has both of his suppressed firearms. And with them, he is able to pick the deep cover Survivors off carefully and quietly and reach the south side of Checkpoint Blue, where the Mercenary Major is waiting for him.
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Mitchell: (quietly) (off comms) Sons of bitches. (on comms) Right Hand 1, this is Right Hand 4. I'm approaching Checkpoint Blue's south side. What's your position, over?
Gideon: (on comms) I'm external. Bottom of the fire escape, over. (off comms) Thought you were compromised.
Preacher: Awesome. I knew you could do it.
Mitchell: *smiles* Thanks, Will.
Gideon: Patrol up ahead. Need to accelerate our timeline. Get ready to go loud.
[AMR9 fire]
Gideon: More on the way! Kick it off!
[HBRa3 fire]
With all sides of the high school clear, the Mercenary Master Sergeant and Gideon move on loudly to Bates Street. Where the Mercenary Captain, the Mercenary Command Sergeant Major and the Mercenary Sergeant First Class engage an ambushing ten-man K.V.A. team.
Gideon: Right Hand 2, we need a SITREP.
Joker: We're at Bates Street. Got K.V.A. everywhere.
Gideon: Engage at will. We're almost there.
[IMR fire]
[SN6 fire]
[NA-45 fire]
[MORS fire]
Mitchell: Engaging with a K.V.A. MORS with a Thermal Optic.
Preacher: As Battle Commander said, technology trickles down to our enemies.
Mitchell: Must've been the first time in his life he wasn't fucking with you. Clear!
Gideon: Status on Persephone.
Joker: ISR has a lock on him. Still at the Hospital.
Gideon: Good. We need to get off the X. Move out.
Preacher: Prophet, this is Right Hand 5. We've passed Checkpoint Blue. How copy, over?
Prophet: Good copy, Right Hand 5. Passed Checkpoint Blue. You are cleared for Phase Line Echo, over.
Joker: The rest of Bates Street has no cover, boss.
Gideon: The ambulance. That's our cover. *topples ambulance*
[bullets ricocheting]
Preacher: Midtown Hospital, 100 yards!
Gideon: Mitchell, let's push the ambulance together! Joker, Torres, Preacher, cover us!
Mitchell: Let's do it!
Gideon and Mitchell: *straining*
100 yards, one flight of stairs, and thirty plus K.V.A. standard and deep cover Survivors later, Right Hand Squadron reaches the north corner of Midtown Hospital and captures Dr. Danois alive but unconscious.
Mitchell: *backhands door open* *palm strikes K.V.A. Survivor*
[AMR9 fire]
Dr. Danois: Don't shoot, please! I'm valuable!
Mitchell: Dr. Pierre Danois! Oh, you got a lot to answer for, fuckface.
Gideon: Seen your pal Hades recently? *left hooks Dr. Danois*
Dr. Danois: Heh, I won't talk.
Preacher: Valuable but not free, right?
Gideon: Yeah, that's what they all say. Just before the screaming starts.
Dr. Danois: You think this will change anything? You have no idea what he's capable of. You are all dead! WE ARE DEAD!
Joker: *right crosses Dr. Danois* Not today.
Gideon: Bag and drag him.
Joker: With pleasure.
Gideon: (off comms) Mitchell, on me. Torres, Preacher, rear security. (on comms) Right Hand 1 to Prophet, we've passed Phase Line Echo. We're RTB, over.
Prophet: Outstanding, Right Hand Squadron. Be advised, K.V.A. reinforcements are moving to secure Phase Line Echo and Checkpoint Blue in order to cut you off. But if you move fast, you can beat them, over.
Gideon: Roger, we're double-timing it now, over.
But just as they reach the staircase that will take them back to the Hoverbikes after crossing the walkway of a magnet train track, they are ambushed by some hostile first responders. Only for the deep cover Survivors to be swiftly terminated by none other than Knox, Jackson and Kane themselves.
Gideon: One more stair— FLASHBANG!
[Flash Grenade detonation]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Kuda fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Preacher: (muffled) U.N. Boogiemen!
Knox: *signals to hold fire* Reactionary forces are inbound. We got ya covered.
Preacher: Jesus Mary! How ya doin', Captain?
Knox: Doin' good, Sergeant First Class. Now take Persephone and move out while you can.
Mitchell: Thanks, sir.
Gideon: I'd like to know who exactly is watching our backs, mate.
Knox: That's classified, mate.
[bullets ricocheting]
[Locus fire]
Joker: You sure we're okay with this, boss?
Gideon: Not sure we have a choice.
Torres: Who exactly were they, Preacher?
Preacher: Not sure who Knox is working for right now. But if it is a nearly six-year-old outfit I haven't heard of in a while, I think it's best to do 'em a solid by keeping them classified.
Torres: I see.
Joker: I can understand that.
Gideon: On the bikes, move!
While Task Force Sentinel keeps the K.V.A.'s hands full, Mitchell, Gideon, Joker, Torres and Preacher get back on their Hoverbikes with Dr. Danois and exfiltrate. Two ATLAS CBRN Division vehicles filled with shooters, two hostile MAHEM teams, and an enemy Eurocopter EC365 marginally eluded later, they make it back to the ATLAS Corporation Safety Camp without further issues and are assisted by the A.S.T.s.
Gideon: There's the gate!
Preacher: Last man!
[Standard Chain Gun fire]
[doors closing]
[EC365 crashes]
[explosion]
Preacher: Whoo! Now that was epic! *laughs*
Gideon: Prophet, Persephone is secure. Taking him in for interrogation, over.
Prophet: Roger that, Right Hand 1. Come on home. Prophet, out.
00:26:53, once all K.V.A. forces in Detroit are dead, Knox reports Right Hand Squadron's latest progress in their hunt for Hades to Kingpin while Jackson keeps a keen eye on Kane.
[Locus fire]
Kane: That should be the last of 'em. Letting ATLAS take care of Hades is a bad idea, boys.
Jackson: Nobody asked for your opinion, Aphrodite. Like we would let you or someone worse deal with Hades.
Kane: Like you would know how the world actually works.
Jackson: *sarcastically claps* Spoken like a true American traitor.
Knox: (off comms) Can it, you two. I'm calling it in. (on comms) Kingpin, this is Spycraft 1. Detroit is secure. Right Hand Squadron has Persephone. Preacher and Mitchell are still alive and well. This international manhunt is gonna end real soon, over.
Kingpin: Power Player and Ace Attorney will undoubtedly make sure of it. I'll let you know what I find from my end. Then, you follow our boys and keep them safe, over.
Knox: What about the rest of Right Hand Squadron? Chess Queen? Her friends?
Kingpin: *sighs* Unfortunately... they're all expendable. Even Chess Queen. You know what's at stake.
Knox: But, sir—
Kingpin: That... will be all, Spycraft 1. Return to base. Kingpin, out.
Kane: Things are finally going back to normal, Task Force Sentinel. We won't be needing another Task Force Rogue. Not that you were anywhere like it to begin with. Now follow me, I'll take us to exfil.
Jackson: *shakes head* (quietly) C.I.A. slut.
Knox: *nods* Mm-hmm.
MISSION COMPLETE
Aftermath
You have captured Dr. Pierre Danois, the right-hand man of Hades. He is being brought back for interrogation.
Chapter 15: Santorini Assassination Kit
Chapter Text
Mitchell
Outfit 1:
Personal Deep Undercover Uniform Set
Top: Black and Purple Leather Casual Jacket (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black Jeans
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Backpack: Black Sports Duffel Bag
Headset: White Wireless Cellphone Earpiece
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Half Finger Glove (left hand)
Outfit 2:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Miscellaneous:
Sniper WASP Drone
C4 Explosive Charges
Ilona
Outfit 1:
Personal Deep Undercover Uniform Set
Top: Black and Purple Leather Casual Jacket
Bottom: Sandstone 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Backpack: Black 5.11 Rush 24 2.0 37L Backpack
Headset: White Wireless Cellphone Earpiece
Outfit 2:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Military Shemagh
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Bal-27
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Preacher
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Kryptek Typhon Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
ATLAS 20mm
Scope Add-on: Ballistics CPU
Buttstock: Stock
Magazine Add-on: Extended Mags
Secondary:
AMR9
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Miscellaneous:
Mute Charge
Drelick
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Miscellaneous:
C6 Breaching Charge
Baron
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Torres
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SN6
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Rivers
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Thermal Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Foregrip
Secondary:
Stinger M7
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Hades
Outfit:
K.V.A. Field Uniform Set
Top: Green Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Black Blackhawk Military Omega Elite Tactical Army Vest
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Exo Suit:
K.V.A. White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Melee:
ATLAS Combat Knife
Chapter 16: Manhunt
Chapter Text
December 6th, 2058 - 06:00:02, ATLAS Corporation Main Headquarters, Arlington, Virginia, 30 hours in, and it appears that Dr. Danois is ready to break under Ilona's pressure. And Mitchell has been watching it all unfold the whole time.
Mitchell: (narration) It was as close as we'd ever been. Four years on Hades' trail, and now we had his number two. The doctor was the key to everything.
Ilona: So, we'll begin again. These people. Who are they?
Dr. Danois: So this is what you think of me, uh? You think I'm a rat. Fuck you!
[Ilona slams Dr. Danois head against Table Computer]
Ilona: I think you are whatever I tell you to be.
Mitchell: (narration) Ilona was one of a kind. Ex-GRU, now working for ATLAS. She could be your best friend or your worst nightmare, but you never knew which. As for me, I'm glad I'm the former.
Ilona: We have the names. Now we just need to know when and where the meeting is.
Dr. Danois: You might as well kill me. I'm already dead.
Mitchell: (narration) But once she got under your skin...
Ilona: Please, Pierre, work with me. Let us help each other.
Mitchell: (narration) ...it was all over.
11:30:17, The Pentagon, Virginia, now that the Mercenary First Lieutenant has learned that Hades is meeting with his black market accountants in his personal estate in Greece and Left Hand Squadron has verified it in person and in country four hours ago, Mitchell, Jonathan, Aurora, Gideon, Cristy and Preacher try to organize a joint op with Kingpin. At first, the General lights up when he meets the Mercenary Sergeant First Class again since the end of the Second Vietnam War.
Preacher: *smiles* No way. General Isaiah 'Kingpin' McDonnell. *laughs* Good to see you again, sir!
[Preacher and Kingpin hug]
Kingpin: *chuckles* Good to see you too, kid. I'm sorry about what happened between you and the Marine Raiders. You could've called me. No one in Camp Lejeune would've said "no" to me back then.
Preacher: I know, but you were still moving up in CENTCOM. I didn't wanna bother you. Shall we?
Kingpin: Of course. *extends right hand* Mr. and Mrs. Irons. I hope you have some good news.
Aurora: *shakes Kingpin's hand* Trust us, you will not be disappointed.
Jonathan: *shakes Kingpin's hand* We've made 100 percent sure of that. Lieutenant Weston?
Cristy: Already set, sir, ma'am.
But as the female First Lieutenant explains Ilona and Left Hand Squadron's findings, his smile disappears because he has to make the hardest choice of his career. Either approve a JTF operation and allow the C.I.A. to affect the success of the mission and the lives of Right Hand Squadron, or take his chances with them and use geopolitics as a faux excuse for the refusal of involvement.
At the end of the presentation, Kingpin makes his decision.
Kingpin: It's a single source. Has the intel been verified?
Aurora: The intel is good. Our premier black ops unit has personally made sure of it just recently. Hades is meeting with his financial backers in Santorini 24 hours from now.
Kingpin: Mr. and Mrs. Irons, the protocols for mounting an assault on—
Jonathan: This man is responsible for 50 million deaths, General. We are going in.
Kingpin: An operation on foreign, sovereign soil? It would be an act of war without congressional approval.
Aurora: Then it's a good thing that ATLAS is an internationally registered private company. We don't need congress. Major Shaw, are we operational?
Gideon: We're at the ready, ma'am, sir. You're the triggers.
Aurora: Then we want your team on the ground in six hours.
Kingpin: On whose authority?!
Jonathan: ON OUR AUTHORITY!
ATLAS Corporation
Jack Mitchell
Manhunt
December 7th, 2058 - 11:30:19
MSgt. Jack Mitchell
ATLAS Corporation
Santorini, Greece
Exo Type:
Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Stim: Activated
Without the support of USSOCOM and possibly the meddling of the C.I.A., Right Hand Squadron gets started with Cristy at the logistics helm. The first step is to confirm that the K.V.A. is on patrol under the cover of the public by finding their closed comms signal.
That is where Mitchell and Ilona, who are pretending to be a recently married couple, come in.
Waiter: *smiles* Here you go. Enjoy.
Ilona: *smiles* Thank you.
Gideon: Lean forward, Ilona. Supposed to be on your honeymoon.
Ilona: Keep your eyes on Hades, not me.
Mitchell: *chuckles* I'll try.
Preacher: All possible key men are in the Market, Bravo Team. Time to find the right one.
Ilona: You're up, Mitchell.
Mitchell: (off comms) Okay, uplink is good. Oh, you look tougher than a lot of these men. Scanning. First try. (on comms) Chess Queen, this is Bravo 2. We've passed Key Man, over.
Cristy: Confirmed, Bravo 2. Passed Key Man. I can track all of the embedded K.V.A. Survivors in the AO now. Great work. All teams, mission is a go. I say again, mission is a go. Bravo, you are cleared for Safe House, over.
Gideon: Roger that, Chess Queen.
Joker: Roger, Chess Queen. Charlie's on standby for IRF, over.
Ilona: Roger that. Bravo moving to Safe House, over.
Cristy: All teams, be advised, we've got an incoming vidlink from command, over.
Jonathan: Right Hand Squadron, I don't need to remind you how important this mission is. Hades is responsible for the nuclear terrorist attacks of the past four years. We bring him down, we bring down the whole K.V.A. network. There's no room for error. Get it done.
Now that Cristy has a locked visual on all Survivors in Santorini, it is time for the second step. Which is to take the nearby K.V.A. Safe House and use it as an observation post and launch site for the Sniper WASP Drone.
With three hostiles outside, the Mercenary First Lieutenant and the Mercenary Master Sergeant take two head on while Preacher jumps off a roof and kills the third with his ATLAS Combat Knife upon landing.
Mitchell: Loose follow, then take him out.
Ilona: Good plan. I'll clear out the back.
Gideon: Don't cock this up, ladies.
K.V.A. Survivor 1: This is private property. You need to leave.
Ilona: I'm looking for the market. I guess I got lost.
K.V.A. Survivor 1: It's not here. Go. Now.
Ilona: Can you at least point me in the right direction?
K.V.A. Survivor 1: No. Stay here, I'm calling this in.
Mitchell: *snaps K.V.A. Survivor 2's neck*
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
[thud]
Ilona: (quietly) *snaps K.V.A. Survivor 1's neck* Nice work.
Preacher: (quietly) Heading back up. Have fun in there, you two.
Mitchell: (quietly) (off comms) Weapons ready. (on comms) Chess Queen, Bravo has the key card, over.
Cristy: Roger, Bravo 2. Alpha Team, be advised, Bravo Team is on the X, over.
Gideon: Roger that.
[door opens]
Ilona: (quietly) Hold up, painting targets.
[Threat Grenade detonation]
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Mitchell: (quietly) Heading upstairs.
K.V.A. Survivor 4: The streets will be secure at all times, sir. Your meeting will go uninterrupted.
Mitchell: (quietly) Sleeping guy's yours, Ilona. I gotta wait for them to finish first.
Hades: It had better, or you will answer directly to me.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
K.V.A. Survivor 4: Understood.
Hades: Hades, out.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Ilona: Clear left.
Preacher: Rooftop's clear.
Mitchell: Bravo 2 to Chess Queen, we've passed Safe House. Putting eyes on the Personal Estate's Conference Center now, over.
Cristy: Roger that, Bravo 2. Alpha Team, you are cleared for Assassin, over.
Gideon: Roger, Alpha is loading up the truck.
Mitchell: Let's kit up, Ilona. I'll assemble our Exo Suits.
Preacher: I'll put the Sniper WASP together.
Once the K.V.A. Safe House is secure, Mitchell and Ilona change into their uniforms and put on their Exo Suits, and the Mercenary Sergeant First Class assembles his best friend's Sniper WASP Drone. Three minutes later, Preacher launches the armed UAV, and the Mercenary Master Sergeant flies it to Hades' Personal Estate's Conference Center.
Preacher: WASP is airborne.
Mitchell: 200 yards to target. Zooming in on the Conference Center. Confirmed, eyes on Hades.
Ilona: *sighs* Wish we could pop him right now.
Gideon: Easy, Bravo 1. We gotta keep his men from leaving with his dead body first.
Cristy: Alpha Team's truck is parked by the gate.
Mitchell: (on comms) Alpha, go dark. WASP will start the party. (off comms) Taking the exterior guards now.
K.V.A. Survivor 5: Hey, you! You cannot park here.
Gideon: This isn't 14th? We have a delivery on 14th.
K.V.A. Survivor 5: This street is off limits. Get moving.
Gideon: Yeah, but we've got a delivery at—
K.V.A. Survivor 5: I don't care. Remove your vehicle from this street, or we will do it for you.
[Sniper WASP Drone fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
Gideon: Boring conversation anyway. Alpha ready to breach.
Mitchell: Shooting two on the balconies.
[Sniper WASP Drone fire]
K.V.A. Survivor 6: Dimitri, is that vehicle gone yet? Dimitri, report.
Mitchell: Alpha, move in.
[HBRa3 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[doors opening]
Gideon: (quietly) Courtyard, clear.
Mitchell proceeds to maintain overwatch for Gideon, Drelick and Baron and clear the Personal Estate's Pool, Atrium, Outside Staircase and Three-Story Parking Garage. Once Alpha Team is in position outside the Conference Center, the Mercenary Master Sergeant lines up Hades nice and clean and takes the shot.
Mitchell: All interior and exterior areas except the Conference Center are clear. Moving to line up Hades nice and clean. Alpha Team, standby for breach.
Gideon: (quietly) Alpha is standing by.
K.V.A. Accountant 1: Where are the documents?
Hades: I keep it locked up in the Basement. They will be safe there. You will contact them again for further payment. They have two days.
K.V.A. Accountant 2: But that will put us at risk. The Americans will do everything they can to—
Hades: The Americans will do nothing. As long as it is in my possession, they will protect us. They will not let them see the light of day.
K.V.A. Accountant 3: Of course.
Hades: We can now operate with them. They will not lift a finger against us. The K.V.A. will grow stronger, and they will grow weaker. And soon, they will be grounded into dust.
Preacher: The hell is he talking—
[Sniper WASP Drone fire]
Mitchell: Hades is down! Alpha, move in and confirm the kill!
[door opens]
[Flash Grenade detonation]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
With Hades killed via heart shot, Gideon confirms his identity.
Gideon: Scanning retina. Negative! It's not Hades! Not Hades!
Drelick: Shit, he's rigged! *pushes Gideon away* CLEAR THE ROOM!
Baron: GET OUTTA HERE, SIR!
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
Preacher: MAYNARD! ZACH! GIDEON! NOOOO!
Cristy: Alpha Team, come in! Alpha Team, are you still there?!
Gideon: *coughs* Body double was rigged with a remote bomb! Alpha 2 and 3 are down! I say again, Alpha 2 and Alpha 3 are down!
Cristy: Shit! *exhales sharply* Okay, a recovery team is en route. All teams, be advised, I have a stamp on the detonator's frequency. Tracing the source now. Be ready for immediate tasking, over.
Gideon: *enemy gunfire* Roger that!
Preacher: Roger that, Chess Queen! Bravo is holding until your mark, over!
Joker: Charlie is moving to assist Alpha 1, over!
Somehow, the assassination was expected, leading the real Hades to make his meeting a trap with a body double and C4. The first sacrifices made by ATLAS to stop the K.V.A. Leader are First Sergeant Maynard Drelick and First Sergeant Zach Baron as they give their lives to save the Mercenary Major by containing the explosion and shrapnel with their own bodies.
But despite the horrific setup, Cristy puts her grief aside almost instantly and begins tracing the C4's detonator's frequency in hopes that it will lead to the real Hades. While Mitchell helps Gideon escape the Personal Estate as a K.V.A. IRF arrives to kill what the trap did not.
After dealing with the hostile response team in less than 30 seconds, good news and bad news start coming in. The former is the female First Lieutenant successfully locating the actual K.V.A. Leader in the Three-Story Parking Garage, while the latter is the Sniper WASP Drone getting shot down by an enemy Drone Swarm.
Cristy: Chess Queen to all teams, I have the real Hades! He's leaving the Three-Story Parking Garage via armored convoy, over!
Gideon: Roger, Chess Queen! Maintain eyes while I go after him!
Joker: Not without help, you're not, Alpha 1!
Mitchell: (off comms) K.V.A. Drone Swarm. (on comms) Alpha 1, toss an...
[bullets penetrating]
Mitchell: ...EMP Grenade.
[Sniper WASP Drone crashes]
Ilona: What just happened?!
Mitchell: Sniper WASP is out, Lieutenant.
Ilona: Alpha 1, report!
[explosions]
Cristy: All teams on Hades! All teams on Hades! Convoy is southbound, over!
Preacher: We gotta move, Lieutenant! LIEUTENANT! We need to intercept Hades NOW!
Ilona: (off comms) *exhales* You're right. Meet you outside. (on comms) Alpha 1?! Gideon! Gideon, if you can hear me, follow Hades with Charlie Team!
Mitchell: Let's get outta here, Ilona. On me.
[ATLAS 20mm fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
Preacher: Five-man team outside the Safe House!
[HBRa3 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
Mitchell: Got 'em!
With Hades en route to his designated marina located south of Santorini, Bravo Team cuts through a nearby neighborhood to stop him before he escapes. They save civilians from death by sporadic gunfire, sweep hostile-filled apartments, and clear out ambush spots in shops all the way to a library at the end of the street.
But there is one more serious problem they have to deal with before they can get the K.V.A. Leader.
Preacher: Neighborhood, clear! Rallying on you, guys. I think I saw glints in the Bell Tower.
Mitchell: Alright, Preacher. *opens door*
Ilona: On me.
Cristy: All teams, be advised, Hades' convoy is still southbound and heading for a marina holding his private yacht, over.
Gideon: *enemy gunfire* Southbound, copy! I'm on my way!
Joker: Understo— We have contact at the Bell Tower on—
[MORS fire]
[static]
Cristy: Charlie 1?! Charlie 1, say again your last!
Torres: Man down! Man down! Sniper in the Bell Tower!
Rivers: Hang on, I'm getting my Stinger!
Preacher: I knew it. But that Bell Tower's got some good cover.
[MORS fire]
Preacher: Shit, that's a MORS! Counter sniping him will be damn near impossible. Deploy smoke.
[Smoke Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Only way to find options against him is to get closer... NOW!
[door opens]
Preacher: Jump into that Hotel!
[MORS fire]
The only way for Mitchell, Ilona and Preacher to deal with the K.V.A. sniper is to get closer to his sniper's nest on top of the Bell Tower. So they move out and jump off the Library and land on the second floor of a hotel next door.
Preacher: Stay away from the windows, people! Stay low and run!
[MORS fire]
Mitchell: Get down and stay away from the windows!
Ilona: Everyone, stay away from the windows! More smokes, Preacher?!
Preacher: Negative! With a K.V.A. Drone Swarm still out there, we can't waste our Tacticals!
Ilona: Shit, that's a lot of open ground!
Preacher: We gotta run and suppress fire simultaneously! One runner at a time!
Mitchell: Okay, I say...
[MORS fire]
Mitchell: ...SUPPRESSIVE FIRE!
[HBRa3 fire]
[ATLAS 20mm fire]
Preacher: Ilona, go! Keep that sniper buttoned up, Mitchell!
Mitchell: Preacher, go!
Preacher: Mitchell, go! We can pin him down from here! There's half of the enemy Drone Swarm!
Mitchell: EMP out!
[EMP Grenade detonation]
[Drone Swarm crashes]
[explosions]
After finding more cover via a restaurant and destroying half of the K.V.A.'s Drone Swarm, they find Joker and Torres inside.
Preacher: Joker! Torres!
Ilona: Chess Queen, we have eyes on Joker and Torres! They've been hit, but they're still alive!
Cristy: Roger that, Bravo 1. MEDEVAC is on its way, over.
Joker: Help Torres first. *coughs*
Preacher: Okay. Hang in ther—
Torres: Find Rivers. Top of the Restaurant. Has the Stinger— *pushes Joker and Preacher away*
[MORS fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Preacher and Mitchell: TORRES!
Ilona: Preacher, get Joker inside!
Preacher: Rivers is on the top of the Restaurant with his Stinger M7! Help him! I'll help Joker!
Command Sergeant Major Dante Torres, who is already down hard, sacrifices himself to save the Mercenary Sergeant First Class and the wounded Mercenary Captain just as he lets Bravo Team know that Rivers is on the rooftop terrace of the Restaurant trying to blow the K.V.A. sniper up with his Stinger M7. While Preacher helps Joker and gets him ready for MEDEVAC, Mitchell and Ilona head upstairs to assist the Mercenary Sergeant Major.
But the other half of the K.V.A. Drone Swarm has other ideas.
[Stinger M7 fire]
[explosions]
Rivers: Mitchell, Ilona, the Drone Swarm's protecting the sniper! Tossing—
[MORS fire]
Ilona: RIVERS! Throwing EMP!
[Bal-27 fire]
[EMP Grenade detonation]
[Drone Swarm crashes]
[explosions]
Ilona: Grab Rivers' Stinger, Mitchell! I'll cover you!
Mitchell: Got it! Firing!
[Stinger M7 fire]
[explosions]
[bell rings]
Mitchell: Got him!
Ilona: Fuck that guy.
Cristy: Alpha 1, Bravo Team, Hades' convoy is four Mikes and closing fast to the Marina, over!
Gideon: *enemy gunfire* Alpha 1 is pinned down but counter-attacking! Bravo Team, stop Hades without me!
Preacher: I'll get Joker and Rivers outta here, Bravo 1, Bravo 2. Finish the mission for us!
Ilona: Roger that, Bravo 1 and 2 are moving to the Marina.
Mitchell: Through that blocked street, let's go!
With Hades approaching fast, Bravo Team splits up with Preacher extracting the Mercenary Captain and the now KIA Sergeant Major Dom Rivers while Mitchell and Ilona stop the K.V.A. Leader in his tracks.
Mitchell: *kicks delivery van aside* The Marina should be on the other side of this block. Through the alley.
Cristy: Bravo Team, Hades is two Mikes out.
Ilona: There! We can set up an ambush from down there.
Mitchell: Planting C4 on the road. Get the civilians outta here, Ilona.
[Bal-27 fire]
Greek Crowd: *screaming*
Mitchell: Detonating!
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
[crashes]
[Bal-27 fire]
Mitchell: Bravo 2 to all stations, Hades' convoy is down! I say again, Hades' convoy is down hard! Moving in for the kill, over!
[Grenade Launcher fire]
Gideon: *enemy gunfire* Roger that, Bravo 2! DO NOT let up! Get Hades at any cost!
The hastily prepared trap works, and Hades crashes just mere inches away from the Marina. Then, the Mercenary Master Sergeant and the Mercenary First Lieutenant eliminate his security detail in one minute flat.
Mitchell: Clear!
Ilona: Chess Queen, we are moving on Hades!
Cristy: Roger that, Bravo 1. Be advised, one last K.V.A. squad in an armored pickup truck is fast approaching the Marina, over.
Ilona: Do the honors, Mitchell. I'll cover.
Mitchell: *opens door* He's knocked out. *opens Hades' left eye* Scanning retina. YES! It's the real Hades.
Ilona: Watch out!
Mitchell confirms that he and Ilona have the actual K.V.A. Leader at their mercy just as the last Survivor fireteam arrives to save their commander. But the Mercenary Master Sergeant cartwheels out of the way and takes them out with the Mercenary First Lieutenant.
And that surprise encounter is the opening Hades needs to get back on his feet and boost slam Mitchell and Ilona, with the former taking most of the impact. The K.V.A. Leader then tries to execute the Mercenary First Lieutenant, but she almost immediately gets back up, dashes forward, swats his ATLAS 45 away, and engages in even, lightning fast mixed melee combat.
With Hades pulling out his ATLAS Combat Knife and Ilona evading and parrying almost every strike as she waits for a chance to counter-attack. Her strategy fails, and she ends up getting cut in both of her thighs.
Luckily, Mitchell recovers and saves his partner with a running jump side kick before she gets finished off. After another struggle, the K.V.A. Leader tries a quick stab at the Mercenary Master Sergeant's left eye the second he realizes he is losing.
But Mitchell blocks the strike with his left prosthetic arm, counters with a right hook, pulls the blade out, cuts Hades' left armpit open while dodging a right cross, and impales him in the shoulder. Now, on his knees and in the clutches of the Mercenary Master Sergeant, Hades gives his last words before accepting his fate.
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
Hades: *groans* *breathes heavily* Wait! Before you kill me, you must know. 2-0-5-2. My Estate's Basement's code. Left Hand Squadron. Jonathan and Aurora Irons. Go there. See for yourself. *closes eyes*
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
The Mercenary Master Sergeant finishes Joseph 'Hades' Chkheidze by piercing his left eye and brain together. Then, he rushes to help Ilona and calls the kill and the new development in at the same time.
Mitchell: Ilona! You okay?
Ilona: I'll live. Thanks for that.
Mitchell: (off comms) *kisses Ilona in the forehead* Of course. (on comms) All stations, this is Bravo 2. We've passed Assassin. I say again, we've passed Assassin. The real Joseph 'Hades' Chkheidze is KIA. Judgment. Judgment.
Gideon: FUCKIN' TEXTBOOK!
Preacher: YES!
Joker: YEAH! *coughs*
Cristy: Judgment confirmed, Bravo 2! Outstanding, Right Hand Squadron! Be advised, friendly recovery teams have completed the extraction of our fallen brothers. Sit tight now. MEDEVAC is closing in fast to pick you up. Copy that, over?
Gideon: Copy, Chess Queen. Rallying with Bravo 3 now, over.
Mitchell: Copy that, Chess Queen. Be advised, Hades told me that he's got something involving Left Hand Squadron, Power Player and Ace Attorney in the Estate's Basement before I killed him. The door code is 2-0-5-2, over.
Cristy: Understood, Bravo 2. Sending Left Hand Squadron to conduct an SSE, over.
11:55:23, while the surviving members of Right Hand Squadron wait for their exfil, Jackson, Cormack and Knox move to take pictures of whatever is inside the Personal Estate's Basement before Left Hand Squadron arrives. Just as they finish listening and watching the whole manhunt unfold.
Jackson: *laughs* Good fucking kill, Mitchell. *exhales* Fifty bucks says the C.I.A. would've killed Right Hand Squadron and let Hades escape if they were here.
Knox: Can't say for sure, to be honest. But if you're right, Kingpin made the right call.
Kane: Everything okay down there, Spycraft Team?
Cormack: *signals Jackson and Knox to stay quiet* *turns comms on* Affirmative, Aphrodite, we're good. Kingpin, did you get all that, over?
Kingpin: Affirmative, Spycraft 1. We now need you to get in the Basement, take photos of whatever is in there, and leave them for Left Hand Squadron. We need to know how they'll handle your findings, over.
Kane: And try not to get caught by ATLAS. Or Kingpin is gonna be in some deep shit with me and my bosses for not approving a joint op with them, over.
Cormack: Understood, Kingpin, Aphrodite. Moving to SSE. We'll let you know what we find. Spycraft 1, out.
Jackson: I hate her and the C.I. fucking A. So much.
Cormack: Who doesn't? Come on, we gotta beat ATLAS Corporation's premier black ops unit to whatever's in there.
MISSION COMPLETE
Manhunt
Joseph 'Hades' Chkheidze is dead. His final words are a mystery, as is the contents of his home's cellar he pointed you toward as he died.
Chapter 17: Flash Point Exfiltration Setup
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: Black ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Corpsman Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Secondary:
Bal-27
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Beanie Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Mitchell
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Glove (right hand), Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Fingerless Covert Tactical Glove (left hand)
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Ilona
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Shirt
Bottom: Kryptek Typhon Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Knee Guards: Black ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: White Military Shemagh
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Allie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Charcoal Winter Trench Coat, Charcoal V Neck Sweater
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Winter Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, K.S.A. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Emma-Leigh
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Black 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Coyote Brown Hazard 4 Switchback
Belt: Dark Blue Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Leather Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, MI5 Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 18: Utopia
Chapter Text
December 10th, 2058 - 16:45:13, Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, United States of America, ATLAS Corporation, SEAL Team 7, U.S. Army Military Police Corps, 24th Special Tactics Squadron and U.S. Army 25B (25 Bravo) hold a funeral for the fallen members of Right Hand Squadron who died in Santorini and bury them next to Carter. Since all of them used to be former U.S. Military before joining ATLAS.
With Torres and Rivers being former SEALs from SEAL Team 7, Baron being an ex-MP (Military Police), Drelick being a medically discharged 24th Special Tactics Squadron Operator, and Carter being a former Army National Guard 25B/Information Technology Specialist. December 11th, 2058 - 16:25:02, ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, New Baghdad, Iraq, despite not having grieved enough yet, ATLAS Corporation is still ready to address the Winslow Accord about their success in Greece on live television.
And Mitchell has something to say and write about it as Jonathan and Aurora are being interviewed by Wendy Riley.
Mitchell: (narration) Hades' death left us with more questions than answers. But all that mattered was that he was gone. It was the start of a new chapter... for all of us.
Wendy Riley: At last, time ran out for Joseph Chkheidze. Better known as Hades, leader of the Korean Vietnamese Army and mastermind behind the devastating attacks of the past four years. We recently spoke with Jonathan and Aurora Irons, the husband and wife team leading ATLAS International. The private military corporation responsible for hunting down and killing Hades. Congratulations, you've achieved what no government was able to.
Jonathan: Thank you, Wendy, but the real heroes of the day are the men and women of ATLAS. We couldn't be prouder of what they accomplished out there this week. *pats Mitchell's left shoulder* *nods*
Aurora: *pats Preacher's left shoulder* *nods* You did great out there, my boys.
Mitchell, Preacher, Gideon and Joker: *smiling* *nodding*
Wendy Riley: There are rumors that the Winslow Accord and the United Nations will offer you a seat on their respective security councils. Can a life in politics be far behind?
Aurora: Well, we like to get things done. So, no. But look at what we've done in the Middle East, let alone New Baghdad. 24 years ago, we allowed the Latin American Federation to turn it into a nuclear wasteland. And now, after years of hard work in humanitarian research and development, it's a testament to what happens when you put efficiency before bureaucracy.
Wendy Riley: The last four years have been huge for both of you. In the wake of the K.V.A. attacks, ATLAS has become the world's biggest corporation. And you two now preside over the world's largest standing military. So what's next for Jonathan and Aurora Irons?
Jonathan and Aurora: *smiling at the cameras*
"UTOPIA"
NEW BAGHDAD, IRAQ
DECEMBER 11, 2058 - 16:30 HRS
EXO TYPE:
SPECIALIST
RIOT SHIELD: ACTIVATED
OVERDRIVE: ACTIVATED
MAG GLOVES: ACTIVATED
GRAPPLE: ACTIVATED
Joker: The boys would've loved to be interviewed by Wendy Riley. She really is America's finest journalist since Grace Cameron-Ramirez.
Preacher: Mm-hmm. They do love a strong yet kind, feminine and gorgeous lady.
Gideon: Hmm. How does it feel to be the hero of the West, Jack?
Mitchell: Heh, pretty overwhelming, Gideon.
Gideon: Yeah, don't let it get to your—
Ilona: Gideon, Preacher, Joker, Mitchell, I need to see you. Right now.
Gideon: Ilona? What is it?
Ilona: Meet me in Maintenance Room 6A. Don't bring anyone else.
Gideon: (on comms) Alright, we're moving. (off comms) Let's find out what the hell she wants.
Preacher: If it's something celebratory, I'll be heading straight out the door posthaste.
Mitchell: Fuck off.
Preacher, Gideon and Joker: *laughing*
With that mysterious transmission, Preacher, Mitchell, Gideon and Joker head to Maintenance Room 6A. Being congratulated for a job well done, taking a good look at ALTAS Corporation's humanitarian results in New Baghdad, and talking about the K.V.A.'s fate and the future along the way.
ATLAS Guard 2: Congratulations, Master Sergeant.
Mitchell: *smiles* Thank you.
Gideon: Hard to believe this is Baghdad. Two years ago, you couldn't step outside without a Level A Hazmat Suit. Now it's fuckin' thriving, thanks to us.
Joker: Left Hand Squadron took down another K.V.A. cell yesterday. The whole network's unraveling. Hades was the key. The world, my friends, is running out of bad guys. You might be looking at an early retirement.
Mitchell: Hope so. Culinary world, here I come.
ATLAS Guard 3: Afternoon, sirs, Sergeants.
Preacher: *smiles* Good afternoon, Sergeants.
Upon arrival, Ilona starts showing something buried with the Mercenary Sergeant First Class's help.
Ilona: Did you tell anyone you were coming?
Gideon: No, so wha—
Ilona: The surveillance scrambler will only buy us a few minutes. Preacher?
Preacher: *nods* Guess it's time. Sync to my HUD, guys. Ilona and I have to show you something.
Gideon: Bloody hell's going on?
Preacher: There's my parents and Rideau, with the technologists we saved in Nigeria.
Gideon: The guys we pulled out of the river.
Preacher: They never made it back to their respective homes.
[Preacher hits play]
Japanese Technologist: The K.V.A. are planning attacks. They told us everything.
Jonathan: Wha-What kinds of attacks?
British Technologist: Power plants, all over the world. They-They wanted us to create a virus that will compromise their security protocols.
Aurora: Whe-Where are they planning on hitting?
Nigerian Technologist: America, Australia and Korea. Millions will die! We have to tell someone.
Jonathan: No! We have to tell EVERYONE! It's okay. It's alright. *pats Nigerian Technologist's right shoulder* We're gonna take care of this right now.
[MP433 Grach fire]
[RW1 fire]
[PDW fire]
The CEO, the CFO and Archie sync shoot the three technologists of the international technology summit in cold blood.
Aurora: We want them buried in the middle of nowhere with unmarked graves immediately. And no cameras while doing it. No trace of them can ever see the light of day.
Left Hand Squadron: Yes, ma'am. Yes, sir.
The Mercenary Major, the Mercenary Captain and the Mercenary Master Sergeant are in complete shock.
Mitchell: No fucking way.
Joker: Oh, you gotta be shitting us.
Gideon: Fuck me.
Preacher: They knew 'em. My own mother, my own father, and our rival co-workers knew and let them happen.
Ilona: All those people dead and they fucking profited from them!
Gideon: Where did you get this?
Preacher: The camera of Archie's earpiece. What led us to steal it is Hades letting us know of his basement and knowledge of my mom, my dad, and Left Hand Squadron.
Mitchell: My report back in Santorini.
Joker: And how do you know we're not being set up against each other?
Preacher: What did Left Hand Squadron find in there? What did they do with their findings? What did they say in their debrief? Did they have proof to support their claim? Do we know ANYTHING about those fucking spooks?!
Joker: Shit!
Ilona: And this recording is coded and encrypted in our own algorithm! It's from ATLAS! No one outside that room has seen this but us. *breath trembling* We need to get out of here. *retrieves projector and surveillance scrambler* NOW!
[Gideon and Joker's wrist-mounted mini pads beeping]
[door opens]
Preacher: Flashbang—
[Flash Grenade detonation]
Right Hand Squadron: *grunts*
[Allie palm strikes Preacher to the ground]
[Emma-Leigh firearm melee strikes Ilona and Mitchell to their knees]
[Gideon and Joker put their hands up]
It turns out that Allie and Emma-Leigh were able to bypass the Mercenary First Lieutenant's surveillance scrambler and listen in halfway through. Then, they take Right Hand Squadron down with Jonathan and Aurora coming along with disappointment in their faces.
Ilona: We saw it. We saw everything.
Jonathan: You saw what?
Ilona: You two knew about the attacks. All those innocent people—
Jonathan: You're being played from beyond the grave!
Ilona: YOU'RE INSANE! You and your black ops attack dogs are MONSTERS!
Aurora: We're disappointed in you, Mitchell, Preacher. You could've had everything.
Mitchell: Everything doesn't mean shit when it came from corruption and evil, you sadistic, genocidal, warmongering fucks!
Preacher: 50 million people, Mom, Dad?! Is anything enough for any of you?! For the company?!
Jonathan: ENOUGH!
As the CEO gets organized and Preacher looks at Gideon and Joker, the Mercenary Major gestures at the disavowed Mercenary Sergeant First Class to silently tell him to stay calm and get ready. Right Hand 5 virtually unnoticeably nods in reply.
Jonathan: The three of us are gonna discuss this later. Allie, hold Will here until my signal.
Allie: Yes, sir.
Jonathan: Gideon. Joker.
Gideon: Yes, sir.
Ilona: Gideon! John! You know what you saw.
Joker: They said we were being set up. We ain't falling for the K.V.A.'s tricks.
Aurora: They've made their decision. *gives Emma-Leigh a gun hand signal*
Emma-Leigh: With pleasure. Thank you, ma'am, sir.
[Bal-27 fire]
Preacher: *reaches out* JACK! ILONA! NOOOO!
Left Hand 7 happily executes former Master Sergeant Jack Mitchell and once First Lieutenant Ilona Petrova.
Allie: Looks like it is time to take out the garbage.
Emma-Leigh: Good luck formulating an escape plan now, Preacher.
[Allie and Emma-Leigh laugh]
Preacher: I'll kill you all. I swear I will.
Then, Preacher gets an incoming broadcast from an unknown source using a voice changer.
?: You will, Preacher. Listen, we've hacked into your gadgets and all of West Asia Headquarters. We need you to trust us. In three seconds, the fire suppression system will be activated. Get ready to run and gun.
[CO2 array turns on]
?: Go, now!
With the two Left Hands distracted, the disavowed Sergeant First Class foot sweeps Allie, holds onto her HBRa3, and shreds First Sergeant Emma-Leigh Harris' face via full-auto fire. But thanks to the power of her Exo Suit, Left Hand 5 is able to kick Preacher away so that she can get up and counter-attack.
[HBRa3 fire]
Allie: NO! *struggling* *yells* *grunts* Huh!
Preacher: *side kicks Allie's nose*
Allie: Ahh!
[thud]
[HBRa3 fire]
Allie: *screaming in pain* *hyperventilates*
Preacher: You never deserved Maynard.
[HBRa3 fire]
Unfortunately, that and her K.S.A. skills are not enough to beat the disavowed Sergeant First Class's Task Force Rogue training. Thus, Preacher parries and dodges the palm strikes and head scissor takedown attempt, delivers a powerful side kick to the nose during a kip-up, and kneecaps and headshots First Sergeant Allie Fischer with her own gun in less than twenty seconds.
Utopia
December 11th, 2058 - 16:35:08
SFC. Will 'Preacher' Irons
ATLAS Corporation - Disavowed
ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, New Baghdad, Iraq
Preacher: For Jack and Ilona.
?: Time to get outta there, Preacher. Head for the elevator.
Preacher: Wait. *acquires Ilona's dog tags and GRU Patch* *secures Mitchell's dog tags and journal* I'll get them for you, guys. *takes Emma-Leigh's Bal-27*
[Incendiary Grenade detonation]
Preacher: Who are you, mysterious voice?
?: A friend. Just keep moving.
Preacher: Roger that.
ATLAS Guard 4: Prophet, the fire doors in the Basement are locked down. We can't intercept Preacher.
Prophet: Rerouting, standby.
ATLAS Guard 5: Prophet, Left Hand 5 and 7 are down! Dammit!
He then takes her dead teammate's Bal-27 and the items that will allow Mitchell and Ilona to be remembered and buries their bodies with fire before escaping Maintenance Room 6A and the entire Basement via the nearby elevator shaft with help from the Mysterious Voice and his Mag Gloves.
Preacher: Gonna open something or what?
?: Hold on.
[doors opening]
Preacher: *looks up* Futuristic Die Hard this elevator shaft, huh?
?: Affirmative.
Preacher: Good thing we volunteered to test these for Dr. Chambers.
?: Drone Swarm! Watch it!
Preacher: So the masks finally fall off, huh Mom?! Dad?!
[EMP Grenade detonation]
[Drone Swarm crashes]
[explosions]
ATLAS Non-Combatants: *screaming*
Iraqi Crowd: *screaming*
News Reporters: *screaming*
News Crew: *screaming*
[HBRa3 fire]
Preacher: (off comms) GET OUT OF THE WAY, PEOPLE! (on comms) Returning fire! Let me guess, I gotta slide down the slanted skylight and jump into the River! Right?!
?: Do it now! Hostile reinforcements on the way!
[Preacher slides down the slanted skylight]
[HBRa3 fire]
ATLAS Guard 6: *yelps*
[Preacher jumps off the slanted skylight]
[splash]
?: Sewer access is through that big drainage pipe. Swim.
Once back on high ground, he disables an entire launching Drone Swarm with just one EMP Grenade, engages his former ALTAS friends without hesitation, jumps off the Rooftop Patio, shoots the part of the slanted skylight that is past him in midair to cause a pursuing ATLAS Guard to fall down to the floor below, and leaps into the River with his body straightened before impact. He then swims through a big drainage pipe, finds and opens the sewer access hatch, and starts sneaking around Old Town.
Preacher: *gasps* *coughs* *catches breath* If you want the safest way in or out, try the most unsanitary one. Found the sewer access hatch, Mysterious Voice. Opening. *opens sewer hatch*
[V-44A flies by]
Preacher: I'm at Old Town. Now what?
?: Get to the Docks. We have a Dive Boat there waiting for you. Be advised, you've got an ATLAS MP platoon locking down the streets leading to your getaway, over.
Preacher: Understood. Loud or quiet. Decisions.
Unlike in the original and despite not having any suppressed firearms, you/the disavowed Sergeant First Class can establish and maintain stealth all the way to the Docks with and without killing anyone. In the former, Preacher will do the stealth takedowns from Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare's campaign and some additional ones like a single and double aerial knife kill, a lethal neck chop, and landing a hammer fist on the back of the head, grabbing the ankles and pulling the victim down hard face first (works on enemies not wearing helmets only).
If the alarm is raised, the A.S.T. mini boss fight in the original will happen, and the Drone Swarm chase will occur. But in reality, the disavowed Sergeant First Class kills every Tango in his path quietly, and the drive to the Twin Skyscrapers will proceed smoothly.
Preacher: *performs double aerial takedown* *snaps neck* *cuts neck* Avenues, clear. *stabs throat* *neck chops* *performs hammer fist takedown* Docks, clear. God bless Task Force Rogue.
?: Good. The less attention we draw, the better.
Preacher: I see the Dive Boat. Boarding.
?: Put on that Grapple attachment. You'll need it later.
Preacher: Gotta love grappling hooks. Where am I going?
?: There are twin skyscrapers in the middle of New Baghdad. Follow the river all the way to it. You won't miss it.
Preacher: The ones that are under construction?
?: Affirmative.
Preacher: That explains it. Okay, I know the ones. Let's go for a merry drive.
[Dive Boat engine starts]
?: You seemed a little cheerful in spite of the situation. Are you okay?
Preacher: Yeah, just coping. Don't worry, I ain't losing my mind too.
?: Roger that.
[Dive Boat engine stops]
Preacher: I'm here. Which one are you at, Mysterious Voice?
?: Neither. You have to clear the Twin Skyscrapers out first before you can take the Skybridge to the West Tower and across a crane. We'll show you the last path to the RV once you're hanging on with your Mag Gloves.
Preacher: Present-day remake of the 40-year-old Skyscraper movie it is then. Heading up. I'm on survival mode. *ascends*
[HBRa3 fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
At the designated checkpoint, which is the Twin Skyscrapers themselves, Preacher scales the East Tower and terminates the ATLAS search parties above loudly since the patrolling V-44A Warbirds, which can be brought down with a well-placed Lethal Variable Grenade and Nitrogen Grenade and by shooting the pilots, are making stealth impossible. Regardless, he reaches and crosses the Skybridge, sweeps the West Tower, gets across the lower part of the crane nearby with his Mag Gloves, and spots and slides down the path to the rally point below.
Which is in the form of a metal support beam for the Twin Skyscrapers passing by. Then, he lands on the rooftop of a smaller unfinished building just across the street from the designated checkpoint safely and learns the truth about the people helping him escape ATLAS Corporation.
Preacher: That support beam just conveniently stopped. Must be that hidden path Mysterious Voice was on about. Huh!
[metallic clang]
[metals screeching]
[thud]
Preacher: A construction car? This has gotta be it, right? *raises ATLAS 45*
[construction car doors opening]
Cormack: *signals Preacher to hold fire* Never lost your touch, huh Preacher? *smiles*
Preacher: Ha! *lowers ATLAS 45* I kinda figured it was you guys! *hugs Cormack, Knox and Jackson* *laughs*
Knox: *smiles* Glad you're okay, Preach'.
?: Preacher...
Cristy: ...thank God you made it. Don't worry. This is an encrypted channel.
Preacher: Cristy? Oh, thank God. Wait. Holy shit, Cristy! We gotta get you and the others out of there!
Cristy: We know. But if we're gonna bring ATLAS down for what they did to those 50 million innocent people and us, Task Force Sentinel's gonna need inside men. I'll be fine, Will. Lilith, Oz, Decker, Kahn, and even Prophet are secretly on America's side. Gideon and Joker are also safe for now. Rejoin your old unit and destroy ATLAS Corporation for us, Preacher. Good luck.
Preacher: *sighs* Affirmative, Chess Queen. Stay safe. Right Hand 5, out.
Jackson: Come in, P. We're leaving.
[construction car doors closing]
MISSION COMPLETE
Utopia
Despite losing Mitchell and Ilona, you were able to escape New Baghdad and the corrupted ATLAS Corporation with the help of your girlfriend, Cristy, her friend circle, and your old Marine Raider Regiment teammates Cormack, Knox and Jackson. You are now being taken to an undisclosed location for debriefing.
Chapter 19: Operation Lone Wolf Setup
Chapter Text
Preacher
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
Smith Enterprise Inc. MK14 EBR
Paint Job: Black
Scope: Burris RT-6 1-6x24mm Rifle Scope w/ FastFire 3 Reflex Sight and P.E.P.R. Mount
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: TangoDown Vertical Fore Grip ITI
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Secondary:
SAC3
Mod: Single Wield (opposite of Akimbo)
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
PDW
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Miscellaneous:
Micro EMP Charge
GPS Nano Tracker
Cormack
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Don Jackson
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Knox
Exo Suit:
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Tyler
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Combat Diver Suit
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Black Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: 2050 Black-Rimmed Gold-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: All White Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
Warsport LVOA-C
Paint Job: White
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 5.56 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: White and Dodger Blue
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Chase
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Combat Diver Suit
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Black Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
Smith Enterprise Inc. MK14 EBR
Paint Job: Black
Scope: Burris RT-6 1-6x24mm Rifle Scope w/ FastFire 3 Reflex Sight and P.E.P.R. Mount
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: TangoDown Vertical Fore Grip ITI
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Harold Jackson
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Combat Diver Suit
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Black Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 Black Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Engineer Patch, All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Grapple
Primary:
FN MK48 MOD 1
Optic: SPI Infrared X-14 Thermal Rifle Scope
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: FDE
Cristy
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Formal Attire
Top: Red Tight Fitting Sleeveless V-Neck Office Dress
Footwear: White High Heels
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Square Eyeglasses
Darko
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Coyote Brown UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Coyote Brown Hazard 4 Switchback
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Brown Winter Trapper Hat
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, O.M.O.N. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
Primary:
NA-45
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Bolt-action
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Chapter 20: Sentinel
Chapter Text
16:47:04, while en route to one of Task Force Sentinel's official bases of operations in Camp Pendleton, California, Cormack tells Preacher what has been happening over the past four years since reactivation.
Cormack: You've got questions. It's time for some answers. Until now, we've stayed in the shadows. Watching. Waiting. We were reactivated four years ago, but not for one night only anymore. We are now an official U.S. led multinational unit.
Preacher: Task Force Sentinel, how you've grown.
Cormack: Our mission over those four years was to trace and investigate the K.V.A. attacks, and prevent anything like them from ever happening again. But soon, it became clear that there was an even greater threat. A husband and wife team ready to exploit these tragedies for their own gain. After the attacks, ATLAS rose to new heights. They took over security for ports. Shipping lanes. Pipelines. Nation after nation handed over their most critical infrastructure...
Preacher: ...to Jonathan and Aurora Irons. Mother and father dearest.
Cormack: That's right. But unfortunately, we realized too late. He was surrounding us. And now, in the last ten days, I.S.A. chatter has surged. One word keeps getting flagged: Manticore. ATLAS is about to make a move, but we don't know what. The C.I.A. believed extracting you was a mistake, but we didn't. Not just for old times' sake. But also because you're our best shot to find out what Manticore is and stop it. So how about it, Preacher? Are you in?
Preacher: Like you even have to ask. Of course I'm in. ATLAS and my parents took my closest friends with terrorist attacks they allowed to happen... and even with their own hands. And I will never give way to a group this evil with this much power and condemn the West and possibly even the world into an eternity of fucking submission. Cristy won't allow it either. It'll be a cold day in Hell when we do.
December 12th, 2058 - 08:00:14, Camp Pendleton, California, United States of America, he, Knox, Don and even Kingpin and Cristy over the comms then share some good news upon arrival. With Lieutenant Commander Tyler Powers, who is now living his childhood dream of being a DEVGRU Operator from Gold Squadron, and his teammates Lieutenant Robert Chase and Lieutenant Harold Jackson meeting them on the tarmac.
Just alongside Nightfall and Command Sergeant Major James 'Chaos' Ramirez in the flesh. With the latter having his military service extended beyond the set age of retirement because of his vast, ever-changing knowledge, experience and wisdom about all forms of past, present and future warfare.
Preacher: *salutes* Nightfall, sir! Tyler! Chaos!
[Nightfall, Tyler and Chaos hug Preacher]
Chaos: Thank God you made it, Will. I'm sorry about your friends.
Preacher: Me too, Command Sergeant Major. Me too.
Nightfall: Great to see and work with you again, Will. We all wish it were under better circumstances.
Preacher: So do I. Hey, is that a— *gasps* You made it.
Tyler: That's right, Will.
Preacher: *laughs* This is awesome, dude! Are these your teammates?
Chase: You catch on real quick for a mere Marine Raider Staff Sergeant. *extends right hand* Lieutenant Robert Chase.
Preacher: *shakes Chase's hand* Will 'Preacher' Irons. Nice to meet you, sir.
Jackson: *extends right hand* Lieutenant Harold Jackson. Good to finally meet you, Will 'Preacher'.
Preacher: *shakes Jackson's hand* Likewise, Lieutenant. Good to finally meet Tyler's friends. So, shall we begin?
Don: Before we do, we need to talk. You do know you'll be going against your old teammates, right? Your own mom and dad. People you trained with. Fought with. And the couple who gave birth and raised you.
Preacher: *sighs* *nods* Now that you've mentioned it, let me tell you what gets me going when everything in my family and ATLAS fell apart. Aside from God and the concept of right and wrong, it's the words Mitchell once said to my "dearest" parents before Emma-Leigh killed him. "Everything doesn't mean shit when it came from corruption and evil." Besides, Jonathan and Aurora may have been my mother and father, but they're not my mom and dad anymore. They lost the right to be my family now.
Don: Then we're with you all the way. We, and I believe Cristy and her friend circle as well, are your family now.
Knox: And you're a Marine Raider again, Will. Kingpin restored your service and made sure Battle Commander could never touch it or you again.
Preacher: *cries* *laughs* Thank you, God! I will never forget this. Amen. Where's Kingpin? I gotta thank him.
Kingpin: (on comms) You're always welcome, kiddo. You should also know that former President Ivanka Trump and current President Tiffany Trump have fully received Operation Soul Searcher's AAR. They've confirmed your direct commission. You are now a Second Lieutenant, with authorization to make it to Captain even without a bachelor's degree. Congratulations.
Cristy: (on comms) *laughs* Yes, Will! Mmm, you're making us so proud over here!
Will and Cristy's Friend Circle and Prophet: (on comms) *cheering* Let's go, Will! You got this, Preacher!
Preacher: *laughs* *wipes tears* Thank you, Kingpin, Cristy, Prophet, guys! This means a lot to me. Interrogative: Where are you anyway, Kingpin? What's your status, Chess Queen?
Kingpin: I'm in Washington getting the authorization we need to go after ATLAS. I'll give the POTUS's your thanks.
Cristy: We're secure in our super secret think tank. You know the one.
Preacher: Right, that one. Hey, I also wanna thank all of you for the moral support. Despite these last few hours being excruciating, the mental backup certainly helps. Okay, now let's take down ATLAS and everyone in it and go home. Oo-rah?
Task Force Sentinel: OO-RAH! HOOAH! HOOYAH!
December 13th, 2058 - 22:00:07, USS Ronald Reagan, Gulf of Thailand, with the guidance of solid intel from Second Lieutenant Will 'Preacher' Irons, the love of his life and Prophet, Task Force Sentinel goes to Jonathan and Aurora Irons' most favorite château. The mission is to find any evidence of their and ATLAS Corporation's treason and the existence of Manticore, and shadow the husband and wife team until all necessary intelligence is acquired.
Cormack: Team, we have the green light for Operation Lone Wolf. Thanks to intel from Preacher, Chess Queen and Prophet, we know that Power Player and Ace Attorney will be traveling to their most favorite estate in Bangkok for a high value meeting regarding Manticore. Ranger Team (Preacher, Cormack, Knox and Don) will be the insertion element, while Gold Team (Tyler, Chase and Jackson) will be the exfiltration element. Power Player and Ace Attorney are priority number one. We infiltrate their home and learn their next move. Let's go!
Sentinel
December 14th, 2058 - 01:00:37
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
Bangkok, Thailand
Exo Type:
Boogieman Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Grapple: Activated
Inside a waterfall cave just below the Irons Eastern Estate, Ranger Team patches into the place's drone network with help from Cristy's ATLAS ID to give them an edge in the spy work.
Cormack: Knox, how's it going?
Knox: Chess Queen's credentials are in place. Connecting. I'm in. The drone patrols are switching out, clock is ticking. Preacher, she also sneaked in a message here saying she needs to see you in person at the Guest Lounge Building because ATLAS has all of her channels monitored upon entering the premises.
Preacher: Copy, I'll see her once I patch you into the Irons Eastern Estate Mainframe. I also just got Prophet's prints for the Security Center just before he went dark. Ready Grapples.
Don: Up and away we go.
With the security drones' feeds looped, Preacher, Cormack, Don and Knox grapple up the plateau and arrive just by the walls.
Preacher: Welcome to Irons Eastern Estate, gentlemen. Built in 2055. Don't forget to take your shoes off.
Don: No one on ATLAS' side would believe that 50 million dead bodies paid for this.
Cormack: Don and I'll track down Power Player and Ace Attorney. We need to be there when they meet their main guest.
Preacher: I'll patch Knox into the Security Center, meet Chess Queen for whatever she needs, and clean the Personal Office out.
Don: Got the Advanced Recon Optics feature up yet, Captain?
Knox: (off comms) Just about. Marking a Tango. AR Optics check out. Syncing our HUDs to the Irons Eastern Estate Drone Network. We can track anybody within 500 yards of the AO now. (on comms) Kingpin, this is Ranger 2. We've passed Front Door. Copy that, over?
Don: Good shit.
Kingpin: Copy, Ranger 2. We're tracking you and your targets now. You're cleared for Door Knock, over.
Knox: Roger, Kingpin. Getting to work, over.
Cormack: Move out, Ranger Team.
Once organized and given the authorization to do the spy work, Ranger Team starts doing their individual tasks in the Irons Eastern Estate. Preacher channels the spycraft energy the most as he reaches, EMPs and breaches the Security Center without raising the alarm or killing anyone so far.
Preacher: I'm by the Security Center's drone hatch. EMP up.
[Micro EMP Charge detonation]
Preacher: Door locks and the UAVs in storage are offline. *opens drone hatch* As expected, the main terminal is still online.
Security Center AI: Scanning. Welcome, Jerome Norton.
Knox: I'm in. Okay, I've got full control of the Mainframe. Good job.
Preacher: Tango Mike. I'm getting out of here. *closes drone hatch* *grabs Micro EMP Charge* All my tracks have been erased. Moving to the Guest Lounge Building.
Knox: Rog', I'll maintain eyes for all of us.
Inside, the Second Lieutenant uploads Prophet's fingerprints to his Boogieman Specialist Exo Suit's built-in gloves and gives Knox access to the entire electronics network of the Irons Eastern Estate. He then enters the Guest Lounge Building and grapples Cristy to him from an indoor horizontal support beam, which is semi-dark and unmonitored.
Preacher: Psst. (quietly) Grab onto that pillow.
[Preacher picks Cristy up]
Preacher: (quietly) Gotcha. *adjusts Cristy's eyeglasses* Hey, Cristy.
Cristy: (quietly) *holds Preacher's right cheek* Hey, Will.
Preacher: (quietly) Oh, the things I'd do to you in this dress if we're married and not working.
Cristy: (quietly) *smiles* Aww, glad to see you too. I got a target of opportunity for you and the guys. How does First Sergeant Darko Saburov sound?
Preacher: (quietly) He's here?
Cristy: (quietly) Yeah, but I don't know where exactly. What I do know is that he's on the prowl with the Grapple and the Cloak. And his NA-45 has a Laser Sight he uses to get the attention of the guys on the ground. Also, I stole and hacked into his earpiece's camera before I got here. He actually killed Carter back in Seattle.
Preacher: (quietly) Which means the Vodka-drinking shitstick is on all of the high grounds of this château. Okay, I'll terminate him tonight. Thanks, honey.
Cristy: (quietly) You're welcome, baby. Talk again soon.
[Preacher lowers Cristy down to terra firma]
Preacher: (off comms) I've always wanted to hunt down an invisible man with my normal vision. (on comms) Ranger 2, this is Ranger 3. Meeting complete. Be advised, Left Hand Squadron's sniper, First Sergeant Darko Saburov, is grappling around the high grounds of the Estate in a Cloak. If anyone can spot us and compromise Operation Lone Wolf, it's him. We need to terminate this shitstick. He also secretly killed First Sergeant Steve Carter back in Seattle during the K.V.A. attack there, over.
Knox: Understood, Ranger 3. I'll use the security drones to try finding him from my end. Can you kill him, over?
Preacher: Affirmative. Also, his rifle has a Laser Sight to tell the guards on the ground his current position, over.
Knox: Roger that, I'll keep a close eye out.
Despite the AR Optics not being able to pick up Darko because of his Cloak, Preacher avoids his scans despite not having optical camo, locates the sniper First Sergeant himself in less than a minute, lines him up from a secure position, and...
[MK14 EBR fire]
Preacher: (off comms) That one's for you, Carter. Should've heard Emma-Leigh and Allie squeal when I shredded their fucking faces, dirty cop. (on comms) Target splashed and flushed, Ranger 2. Confirmed, target: Darko, KIA.
Knox: Good hunt, Ranger 3. Now proceed to the Personal Office. Ranger 1 will meet you there.
Preacher: Understood, I'm Oscar Mike.
He quietly shoots First Sergeant Darko Saburov directly in the head, turning it into a pile of giblets and truly avenging Carter. Now that the Left Hand hunt in the Irons Eastern Estate is complete, the Second Lieutenant advances to the homey workspace of his mother and father.
Where Cormack is waiting for him while Don maintains surveillance on Jonathan and Aurora.
Cormack: *grapples and clotheslines ATLAS Guard* (quietly) Good hunt out there. And clean work getting here, Preacher.
Preacher: (quietly) Less suspicions, the better.
Cormack: (quietly) Ranger 2, we're inside, and Ranger 4 has found Power Player and Ace Attorney.
Knox: Roger that, calling it in.
Preacher: (quietly) I'm in the Table Computer. Bank statements with classified senders dating back to 2054. But they can be traced to banks in... Beijing. U.N. Territory. Guess you two and ATLAS were already in cahoots with our enemies before the—
Cormack: (quietly) Korean War. They supplied the North Koreans with the short-range nuclear missiles that took out Carrier Strike Group Three.
Preacher: (quietly) And nearly got Beratrix, Falcon, Thompson and Stash killed. Really adding fuel to the fire, mother and father dearest. Also, I got the declassified dossiers of Left Hand Squadron. It turns out all of its members are U.N. sleeper cells. ATLAS Corporation's signing bonus. Even the four Americans are traitors who defected to Global Risk and Black List after the Federation-American War.
Cormack: Useful to know. Alright, we got everything here. Time to get to the meeting.
Knox: Ranger 1, Ranger 3, I have a visual on five delivery trucks heading to the Hangar. I can stop them momentarily so that you can hang on below and get inside without raising the alarm, over.
Cormack: Do it. We're heading to the Airport's Checkpoint now, over.
Don: I'll catch a separate one. I lost Power Player and Ace Attorney when they got in the Hangar. It's locked up tight with no other means of insertion, over.
Knox: Copy, Ranger 4.
Cormack: We're not gonna slip past them. Execute.
[SAC3 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
With that plan on the table, three fourths of Ranger Team quietly murder their way to the Airport's Checkpoint. Once hanging onto the underbellies of a couple of delivery trucks, they ride all the way to the Hangar.
But the passenger of the lead vehicle piques Cormack and Knox's interest.
Knox: (over the intercom) Hello. State your name and all the passengers.
Cormack: (quietly) Now.
Ted Bock: Yes, hello. Ted Bock driving and the passenger is Dr. Bellamy. Here to see Mr. and Mrs. Irons.
Knox: (over the intercom) One moment.
Preacher: (quietly) In position, Ranger 2.
Don: (quietly) I'm in position, Ranger 2.
Knox: (over the intercom) Okay, you're all clear. Mr. and Mrs. Irons are waiting. Have a good night.
Ted Bock: You too, mate.
Cormack: (quietly) Bellamy? Knox, run that name.
Knox: Already on it. Bellamy is an alias for Dr. Pierre Danois.
Cormack: (quietly) The K.V.A. second in command? I thought he was rotting in an ATLAS cell.
Preacher: (quietly) So did we.
Cormack: (quietly) Knox, get all this to command. I want to know what the hell Danois is doing here.
Knox: Copy that.
ATLAS Guard 7: Dr. Bellamy, there's been a security breach.
Preacher: (quietly) They found our kills. Wonder if they also found Darko.
Dr. Danois: What? What's going on?
ATLAS Guard 7: Please, sir. We need to make haste. Mr. and Mrs. Irons are this way.
Cormack: Roll out.
Dr. Danois: Are we safe? Who is it?
ATLAS Guard 7: I'm sorry, sir. It's procedure. We have our orders.
The Task Force Sentinel Operators then grapple onto and cross the Hangar's upper catwalk and quietly set up shop on its lower one below.
Preacher: (quietly) Ranger 2 here. Ranger 1, Ranger 3 and I are opening up the live feed now, over.
Knox: Confirmed, ready to receive.
Dr. Danois: As long as the hazard class, ID number and packing groups all match up, there should be no problem.
Jonathan: We'll have a very serious problem if our intruders discover the contents of this container, Doctor.
Dr. Danois: We are moving as fast as we can. Manticore is thermally unstable and highly volatile.
Jonathan: Your concern for our safety is touching.
Dr. Danois: I will have failed to deliver on my promise if your goals are... compromised by premature exposure.
Aurora: Oh, don't worry, Danois. Your money is already in the bank. We'll handle everything else from here on out. Now come, you must want to unwind in the Bar.
With confirmation that Manticore is boarding a VTOL Cargo Plane, Preacher, Cormack and Don punch through the Airport, grapple onto the aircraft, place a GPS Nano Tracker on the fuselage, detach, and jump into a nearby river. Where Tyler, Chase and Jackson are floating around ready to aquatically extract them.
All while Knox packs up and reaches the secondary extraction point.
MISSION COMPLETE
Sentinel
Your first mission as a reinstated Task Force Sentinel Operator is a success. You have planted a tracker on Jonathan and Aurora Irons' VTOL Cargo Plane, which contains something called "Manticore".
Chapter 21: Antarctic Interception Setup
Chapter Text
Preacher
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
FN MK48 MOD 1
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: M249 Para Rotating Buttstock
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Secondary:
MDL
Tertiary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
PDW
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Miscellaneous:
Stealth Jet Wing
Laser Cutter Breaching Charge
Cormack
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Miscellaneous:
Stealth Jet Wing
Laser Cutter Breaching Charge
Don
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Knox
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Mag Gloves
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Smokejumper
Outfit:
Australian S.A.S.R. Multicam Alpine Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Alpine UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Multicam Alpine Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: White 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam Alpine 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Multicam Alpine MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: Multicam Alpine Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Alpine Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: White Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Multicam Alpine Balaclava, White Military Shemagh
Eyewear: Rimless Orange-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Multicam Alpine Mechanix Wear FastFit Tactical Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, Australia Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4V7
Paint Job: Cobalt
Optic: Eclan Specter DR Rifle Scope
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Secondary:
FN MK48 MOD 1
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: M249 Para Rotating Buttstock
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Tertiary:
KAC SR-25
Scope: Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm M5C3 FFP TMR Riflescope
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Backup Optic: Trijicon Backup Red Dot Sight (top of scope)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SR-25 Rifle Suppressor 7.62/.300
Sidearm:
Glock 45
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 19-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Kane
Exo Suit:
C.I.A. Special Activities Center White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Locus
Scope Add-on: Thermal Optic Attachment (behind the scope), Ballistics CPU
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Secondary:
Kuda
Optic: Reflex Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Sidearm:
Strife
Optic: Reflex Sight
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight I
Gideon
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Winter Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Yeti UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Kryptek Yeti Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: White ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: White and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: White 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: White Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: White Beanie Hat
Headset: White Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: White Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Secondary:
Stinger M7
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Joker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Winter Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Yeti UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Kryptek Yeti Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: White ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: White and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: White 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: White Molle Battle Belt
Headset: White Z-Tactical Military Style EVO III Tactical Communications Headset
Eyewear: White-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles (mounted on forehead)
Hand Wear: White Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Secondary:
Stinger M7
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Juarez
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Winter Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Yeti UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Kryptek Yeti Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: White ATLAS Infantry Knee Pads
Footwear: White and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: White 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: White Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: White ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Face Wear: White Balaclava
Eyewear: White-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: White Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Force Recon Marines Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Bal-27
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Michaels
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Winter Uniform Set
Top: Kryptek Yeti UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Kryptek Yeti Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Knee Guards: White ATLAS Infantry Knee/Shin Guards
Footwear: White and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: White 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: White Molle Battle Belt
Headgear/Headset: White ATLAS Corporation Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet w/ Built-in Tactical Headset
Eyewear: White-Rimmed Red-Tinted ATLAS Corporation Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: White Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Force Recon Marines Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation White Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 22: Crash
Chapter Text
01:15:16, as soon as Ranger Team is in the air via four F-52 Cosmic Hornets, Kingpin briefs them on how Task Force Sentinel is going to intercept the ALTAS VTOL Cargo Plane and the reality of the war against ATLAS itself. Also, Smokejumper, his fellow Australian S.A.S.R. Operators and Kane will be conducting the extraction of Manticore once it is on the ground.
Cormack: Kingpin, Ranger Team is hypersonic and in pursuit of Pandora, over.
Kingpin: Roger that, Ranger 1. We've still got Pandora on ISR. Chess Queen informs us that its destination is ATLAS Corporation South America Headquarters, located in Rio Gallegos, Argentina. If Power Player and Ace Attorney are planning a strike anywhere in the hemisphere, this will represent an ideal staging point. Our only option is to intercept Pandora in international airspace and force a controlled landing. Coordinates for mid-air rendezvous to follow. The Australian S.A.S.R. will handle the extraction of Manticore while you, Smokejumper and Aphrodite will provide security. It's a big step, Cormack. You'll be hitting ATLAS directly. No more working from the shadows.
Cormack: Copy all, Kingpin. Ranger 1, out.
Task Force Sentinel/C.I.A.
Preacher
Crash
December 14th, 2058 - 17:30:26
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel, C.I.A. Special Activities Center
Darwin Glacier, Antarctica
Exo Type:
Boogieman Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Mag Gloves: Activated
The first step in bringing Pandora down is to cut its wings off with the Laser Cutter Breaching Charge so that two Cosmic Hornets with underbelly grappling hook launchers can tow it to Task Force Sentinel's designed LZ. That is where Preacher and Cormack come in as they open up their canopies, let the fighter pilots remotely controlling their Cosmic Hornets from the USS Donald Trump (the first of her kind in the Donald Trump-class triple-hulled designed battle aircraft carrier) (fictional) take over, fly to the ATLAS VTOL Cargo Plane with their Stealth Jet Wings, and hold on using their Mag Gloves.
Cormack: All stations, this is Ranger 1. Ranger 3 and I are on final approach, over.
Kingpin: Roger that, Ranger 1. Your primary objective is Manticore. All other assets are expendable, over.
Kane: You boys better sear that into your brains. We can afford to ditch the dead weight. Operator or equipment. Even you, Ranger 3. Fucking Irons.
Don: (on everyone's frequency) Yeah, yeah, yeah. (on Ranger Team's frequency) Jesus, that bitch is getting on my last nerve.
Preacher: I can see why you hate her and the C.I.A. Hell, I don't like her and the agency she works for already.
Cormack: Affirmative, Kingpin, Aphrodite. We'll rendezvous with Guardian 5-1 at Drop Point Alpha and secure Manticore. Ranger 1, out.
Preacher: Activate Mag Gloves. Now let's bring Pandora down. 3, on.
Cormack: 1, on. Slow and steady. Planting.
Preacher: Planting. Mine's good.
Cormack: Mine's set. Detach and get in front of Pandora. Detonate on my mark. Mark!
[Laser Cutter Breaching Charge detonation]
[metallic clang]
Don: Kingpin, this is Ranger 4. Hooks deployed. Pandora in tow. Ranger Team is en route to Drop Point Alpha. ETA: 30 seconds, over.
Kingpin: Roger that, Ranger 4. Guardian 5-1 is on the ground. Ready to receive, over.
Guardian 5-1: Ranger Team, this is Guardian 5-1. We have you on our radar. You're on course for Drop Point Alpha, over.
Knox: Understood, Guardian 5-1. Ranger 2 to Kingpin, any response from ATLAS, over?
Kingpin: We're tracking their XS1. No movement yet, over.
Knox: Roger, keep us posted.
At Drop Point Alpha, the Second Lieutenant and the Major touch down, Knox and Don get off their F-52s because they, as well as the ones belonging to their teammates, only have enough fuel to return to base, Smokejumper and Kane meet Ranger Team, and the S.A.S.R. Operators kill the ATLAS personnel on board Pandora and start transferring Manticore to Guardian 5-1 (just "Guardian 5" in the original) for immediate extraction.
[M4V7 fire]
[MK48 MOD 1 fire]
[Laser Cutter Breaching Charge detonation]
Preacher: *smiles* Great to see you again, Smokejumper.
[Preacher and Smokejumper hug]
Smokejumper: Likewise. Congratulations on your reinstatement and promotion. And sorry for your loss, Will.
Preacher: Thank you. And so am I, Benji.
Kane: If you boys are done making out, here's the SITREP. The Aussie extraction team blew the cargo bay door open and is transferring Manticore.
Cormack: Good. Let's form—
Kingpin: All units, be advised, we've picked up an ATLAS IRF on approach from their space station. Drop Pods are inbound on Drop Point Alpha, over.
Preacher: *points* There!
Smokejumper: Meteor 1, double-time it to Guardian 5-1! We'll keep you covered!
Meteor 1: Loading Manticore onto Guardian 5-1 ASAP, Comet 1!
Cormack: Defensive positions, let's go!
Kane: They're punctual, I'll give 'em that.
Preacher: Keep your sights on the Mercenaries, not us.
An ATLAS IRF drops in from the company's developmental XS1 Vulcan Orbital Platform almost immediately. Task Force Sentinel then takes up defensive positions around Meteor Team 1 and Guardian 5-1.
But winning the day will not be easy as the Mercenaries are able to call in A.S.T.s from their space station. However, despite being the most technologically advanced military force on the planet, they and their other gadgets are not immune from EMPs.
Meteor 1: ATLAS has A.S.T.s! We're losing ground fast!
Guardian 5-1: This is Guardian 5-1. We can't stay here any longer. Lifting off.
Cormack: This is Ranger 1! Negative, Guardian 5-1, keep your ass on the ground! We'll assist Meteor Team 1!
Preacher: Keep pushing, Meteor Team 1! You're covered!
Meteor 1: Thanks for the assist, Ranger Team! Guardian 5-1, Manticore is secure, and all Meteors are aboard! Go!
Guardian 5-1: Roger, lifting off.
Don: A.S.T. Swarm Missiles! EMP out!
[Swarm Missiles launching]
[EMP Grenade detonation]
[explosions]
Don: SHIT!
Guardian 5-1: We're hit! We're hit!
Preacher: Keep throwing EMP Grenades! We gotta push forward!
Guardian 5-1: Kingpin, this is Guardian 5-1! We've lost our rear stabilizers! We're going down! I say again, we're going down!
Knox: Hostile QRF incoming! They're bringing in a Titan!
Preacher: Spread out and flank it!
[T-600 fire]
Cormack: It broke the ice! Brace yourselves!
None of it matters as the 160th SOAR Razorback VTOL takes critical damage from an enemy A.S.T.'s Swarm Missiles. An ATLAS QRF then flies in with a T-600 Titan and breaks the ice below the Task Force Sentinel Operators.
Luckily, the only ones who fell off the front line are Preacher, Cormack and Kane. So those who are still in the fight did not lose many and will begin pushing up and winning momentarily.
[thud]
Cormack: Is everyone alright?
Kane: Never better. We gotta get to Guardian 5-1. I saw them lose altitude before we fell down here.
Preacher: Ranger 3 to Kingpin, come in, over.
[static]
Preacher: Of course comms won't work in subsurface levels. But it looks like... *kicks ice wall down* ...there's an opening here. On me.
Cormack: Kane, on Preacher. I got our six.
After a minute of scanning through the deeper parts of the Darwin Glacier, the Second Lieutenant, the Major and the Special Agent manage to find a way back to the surface and double jump back out there. Killing a Mercenary search party with an A.S.T. of their own along the way.
Preacher: Convenient ice bridge is convenient and helpful.
Cormack: Look out! A.S.T.!
Preacher: EMP out!
[EMP Grenade detonation]
Kane: Shoot his fucking head off!
[Locus fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[MK48 MOD 1 fire]
Preacher: Cease fire! Cease fire! Don't wanna shatter the walkway.
Cormack: (off comms) Sharp as ever, Preacher. Come on, time to boost jump out of here. Okay. (on comms) Guardian 5-1, this is Ranger 1. How copy, over?
Guardian 5-1: *enemy gunfire* Ranger 1, where the hell are you?! We are under fire! Meteor Team 1 is KIA! Requesting immediate support and hot exfil! Kingpin has failed to respond!
Kane: *points* That smoke has gotta be from Guardian 5-1.
Preacher: Then let's go. Watch your footing.
I cut out the "Blow the bridge!" part because it was too improbable and nothing more than filler. The good news is Guardian 5-1 is not far from Preacher, Cormack and Kane's current position.
The bad news is Meteor Team 1 is gone, and the comms link to Kingpin or any other active friendly in the AO is still down, possibly jammed. And the worse news is Guardian 5-1 is already KIA the moment the Second Lieutenant, the Major and the Special Agent arrive, and ATLAS has reclaimed Manticore.
Preacher: Contact, up ahead. Guardian 5-1 and Meteor Team 1 are KIA, and ATLAS has Manticore. *grabs MORS* I was wondering when you were finally gonna get these.
Cormack: Kingpin, this is Ranger 1. Guardian 5-1 and Meteor Team 1 are down and ATLAS has Manticore. Moving to retake, over.
Kingpin: Roger that, Ranger 1. We have Guardian 5-1's position. Sending Guardian 5-2 for exfil, over.
Kane: Comms are back online again? What gives?
Cormack: It doesn't matter. We need to steal Manticore back. Kane, on overwatch. Preacher, on me.
[MORS fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Locus fire]
Task Force Sentinel was about to take Manticore back until a V-44A Warbird gunship variant arrives, shoots the ice below Preacher's position again, and secures ATLAS Corporation's precious cargo. The good news is the Second Lieutenant fell into a cold body of water instead of solid ground or ice, his Boogieman Assault Exo Suit's internal heating system is keeping him alive, and he immediately finds an opening back to terra firma.
The better news meets him as he climbs back up.
[Preacher gasps and catches breath]
Gideon: Trust us.
[Preacher nods]
[Gideon and Joker help Preacher up]
Juarez: There he is! Gideon, Joker, secure his team! *punt kicks Preacher's head*
Preacher: Argh!
Michaels: *stomps Preacher's back* You think you can just kill Allie, Darko and Emma-Leigh and get away with it?! How's this for revenge?!
Prophet: Left Hand Squadron, report.
Joker: This is Left Hand 4. Juarez and Michaels are KIA.
Juarez and Michaels: The fuck?!
[HBRa3 fire]
[IMR fire]
Gideon headshots First Sergeant Alfonso Juarez and Joker shoots First Sergeant Lyndon Michaels right between the eyes.
Kane: You wanna piece of me, assholes?!
Cormack: Back off, Kane! Back the fuck off! They followed the message we sent them back in New Baghdad.
Kane: Which was?!
Cormack: To look into places Will and Cristy's Friend Circle couldn't. Then pick a side.
Joker: You alright, Will?
Preacher: *dusts himself off* Yeah, John. So, what did you find in your extended stay?
Joker: The tip of the iceberg. Fucking Jonathan and Aurora.
Gideon: They're planning a pre-emptive strike against the United States. They've been secretly developing a WMD. A bio weapon.
Preacher: Manticore.
Gideon: That's right. Jonathan and Aurora have betrayed everything we stood for. We want them in the ground the same as you now.
Joker: ATLAS is no longer helping people. They're planning to send them to endless, miserable wars they're working to start for all the money in the world now. First step in bringing them down is to reveal Manticore's existence to the Winslow Accord. We have Stinger M7s ready to shoot our Warbird down. Stay hidden.
Cormack: Okay, let's do it.
It turns out the disavowed Mercenary Major and the disowned Mercenary Captain were given a choice by Task Force Sentinel the moment they learned about Jonathan and Aurora's warmongering black operations back in Maintenance Room 6A. And when the time is right, they choose to defect after learning that ATLAS Corporation is about to betray and wage war against the United States and create new wars to get rich and powerful from.
To prove their morality, they lure the Warbird carrying Manticore into an ambush.
Gideon: Left Hand 3 to Raven 2-3, Left Hand 4 and I are ready for pick-up. All U.S. and Australian Spec Ops threats have been dealt with, over.
Raven 2-3: Roger that, Left Hand 3. You're lucky. We were just about to leave without you two, over.
Gideon: Understood. Interrogative: Is Manticore secure, over?
Raven 2-3: Affirmative. Secure and intact. Be advised, we've got multiple heat signatures near your position. Are you sure you two are alone down there?
Joker: Sorry, Raven 2-3.
[Stinger M7 fire]
[explosions]
[Raven 2-3 crashes]
Preacher then grabs a sample of Manticore while Gideon and Joker keep the container from falling off the slope too soon. At the same time, another 160th SOAR Razorback VTOL (Guardian 5-2) with Don, Knox and Smokejumper on board arrives to bring everyone home.
Gideon: Preacher, come with us! Joker and I will keep the container from falling!
Preacher: Roger that!
Cormack: Guardian 5-2, this is Ranger 1. We have Manticore. Where the hell are you, over?!
Guardian 5-2: Almost there, Ranger 1.
Preacher: *opens container* *acquires Manticore capsule* I got a capsule! You can let go now!
Smokejumper: There they are! *opens cargo bay door*
Don: Jump for it!
Preacher: We're all on board.
Don: Good to see you again, Gideon, Joker.
Gideon: Likewise, mate.
Joker: Good to see you too, Don.
Cormack: Kingpin, this is Ranger 1. Manticore is secure. How copy, over?
Kingpin: Solid copy, Ranger 1. Nice work out there. Scrambling recovery teams to extract our casualties now, over.
[Kane groans]
Cormack: We picked up a couple of guests along the way. Bringing them in for debriefing. Ranger 1, out.
MISSION COMPLETE
Crash
You have recovered the Manticore cargo with the surprising help of Gideon and Joker. They have switched sides and have critical information that can help in the fight against ATLAS.
Chapter 23: Bulgarian Bio Lab Infiltration Prep Work
Chapter Text
Preacher
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HK416 A5
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: TangoDown Vertical Fore Grip ITI
Stock: Magpul CTR Carbine Stock
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M3 MOE
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Miscellaneous:
Mute Charges
C4 Explosive Charges
Cormack
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Don
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Miscellaneous:
C6 Breaching Charge
Knox
Exo Suit:
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Gideon
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Joker
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Muzzle: Suppressor
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Muzzle: Suppressor
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight
Victoria
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Boogieman Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
Primary:
HK416 A5
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Vertical Foregrip
Stock: Magpul CTR Carbine Stock
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M3 MOE
Sidearm:
Glock 17 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Muzzle: SWR Trident Suppressor
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Emmanuelle
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Blue Button Denim Jacket
Bottom: Blue Jeans
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: Red Scarf
Hand Wear: Brown Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, G.I.G.N. (French Special Police) Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 1 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Secondary:
IMR
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Magazine Add-on: Extended Mags
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 24: Bio Lab
Chapter Text
December 15th, 2058 - 07:00:07, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States of America, inside Task Force Sentinel's briefing room, Knox delivers the composition of Manticore. At the same time, Cristy gives them the location of ATLAS Corporation's black site laboratory designed to produce the WMD.
Knox: This... is Manticore. A biological agent designed to target specific genotypes. If your DNA signature isn't in the ATLAS database, you're dead.
Cormack: So, he can drop this in the middle of a battle. His troops live. Ours die.
Knox: That's right. Contact with even a single spore is fatal. Chem suits are useless.
Cormack: Is it operational?
Knox: Unknown. But because he produced this sample, he could already be manufacturing at an industrial scale.
Cormack: If he is, we need to know the where and the how. It's the only way we bring Power Player and Ace Attorney down.
Knox: Problem is, ATLAS has dozens of sites capable of mass production. By the time we put the pieces together—
Preacher: You're looking at the wrong places. Creating Manticore requires something off-the-books. Black ops type shit. Cristy has the location. Here, she's online to tell us herself.
Kane: *grabs Preacher's hands* Are you sure she can be trusted, Irons?
Preacher: I'm sure. She may be a contractor, but she will never tolerate killing innocent people with endless wars or WMDs. We wouldn't have hit ATLAS where it hurts the most without her. Do you have deep cover assets of your own in there? *swats Kane's hand away*
Kane: If she's been exposing us to ATLAS this whole time, it'll be all on you! Fucking Irons!
Cormack: Kane! Enough! *clears throat* Chess Queen.
Cristy: Task Force Sentinel, we need to hurry. Given that you already have a Manticore sample and they've made it operational and produced quite a lot at this point, ATLAS is mobilizing to bury their only functional lab capable of making this shit. The black site is using a lumber mill in Bulgaria as a front. Strandzha, to be specific. Once the collection of all Manticore samples and data is complete, they'll burn the place to the ground at 6 AM tomorrow and pin it as a forest fire caused by a logging accident. And one last thing. Jonathan and Aurora designed Manticore to be harmless to their own troops and employees. Will, Gideon, John, Jerome, Lilith, Oz, Jim, Kahn and I have been inoculated when they checked us for blood infections while signing up. So, deploy troops with caution.
Cormack: Then we need to deploy with the best we have available right now.
Preacher: 160th, 707th, Don, Gideon and Joker are ready. Waiting for the go-ahead, Major.
Cormack: Alright. I'll be taking Knox and Victoria as Ranger Team 1. You take Don, Gideon and Joker as Ranger Team 2.
Kane: You can't be serious, Cormack! For all we know, Shaw, Becker and Weston could be taking us to a trap to wipe us out!
Cormack: We don't know that. And I trust Cristy, Gideon and Joker a hell of a lot more than you. That'll be all.
Kane: Whatever, *flips off Cormack* old man.
December 16th, 2058 - 02:57:34, Strandzha, Bulgaria, while Cormack, the Captain and Victoria conduct the Ranger Teams' own advanced recon from the ground, Preacher, Don, Master Sergeant Gideon Shaw (his Royal Marines/British S.A.S. rank of Warrant Officer Class 1 translated into the U.S. Marine Corps enlisted ranking system) and Master Sergeant John 'Joker' Becker (his U.S. Marine Corps/F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team rank/position of Master Sergeant reinstated) fly to their designated RV. Just as the Second Lieutenant gets word that the Lumber Mill/Bio Lab is there.
Preacher: (on comms) Understood, Ranger 1-1. We're already airborne and en route. See you there. Ranger 2-1, out. (off comms) That's our cue. Mission is a go. We'll converge on the RP and link up with Ranger Team 1.
Viper 5-3: Three Mikes to target.
Preacher: You made the right choice back there, Gideon, Joker. We're glad to have you both on our side.
Joker: Thanks for not shooting us when you had the chance. We were starting to think the C.I.A. was gonna bury us instead.
Don: Never gonna happen. Once ATLAS is history, we're kicking the C.I.A. out of Task Force Sentinel and bringing both of you in as our own. We owe you that. We take care of our friends.
Gideon: Just like old times, right?
Preacher: Ain't it just.
However, Ranger Team 2's insertion does not go as planned when an ATLAS T-600 Titan shoots an EMP round at Viper 5-3.
Viper 5-3: Kingpin, this is Viper 5-3! We're hit! ATLAS EMP!
Gideon: Fuck! Exo's failing!
Viper 5-3: We've been hit! Cannot hold! Prepare for impact!
Preacher: Hold on!
[Viper 5-3 crashes]
Bio Lab
December 16th, 2058 - 03:00:17
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
Strandzha, Bulgaria
Exo Type:
Boogieman Specialist
Riot Shield: Activated
Overdrive: Activated
Cloak: Activated
After burying the dead crew of Viper 5-3 and their Razorback VTOL with Incendiary Grenades and Frag Grenades, Preacher leads Don, Gideon and Joker to safety and the rally point. As they get pursued by a V-44A Warbird with Emmanuelle on board shooting a MORS.
[MORS fire]
Preacher: Forget counter sniping her! We won't stand a chance! Just keep running!
Emmanuelle: Not so fun being the hunted now, huh American pigs?!
Preacher: In the shack! Wait for my go!
Gideon: Don't let Emmanuelle dial us in!
[MORS fire]
Emmanuelle: America's time is up!
[MORS fire]
[HK416 A5 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
Preacher: Now! Over the fence and down this slope! Cross the river! I'll suppress!
[HK416 A5 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
[MORS fire]
Emmanuelle: You cannot stop ATLAS! You cannot even stop the United Nations!
Don: We're across, Preacher! Your turn!
[HBRa3 fire]
[IMR fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[bullets penetrating]
Emmanuelle: Hey, where are you going?! Get me back there!
Joker: Our Exo's almost done rebooting. Just a little longer.
Preacher: Climb the rock. I'll keep us covered.
Joker: We're up, Lieutenant. Come on. Yes! Exo's online.
Preacher: Hide. Okay, syncing my signature to your HUDs. I see you guys.
Don: Yep, gotcha.
Gideon: Likewise.
Joker: Eyes on.
Preacher: Alright, move up. Don't be heard and avoid scanning beams.
The Boogieman Specialist Exo Suits then come back online, and everyone immediately activates their Cloaks. The Second Lieutenant leads the way to Ranger Team 1's rendezvous point.
Preacher: MG WASP, get down. Don't move.
[MG WASP Drone flies by]
Preacher: Let's go. Two-man patrol at our 11. No need for guns on these guys. *slams head against tree* *snaps neck*
Gideon: *snaps neck* Too many heavy weapons ahead to shoot through. Only fire as a last resort. Let's keep a lid on things.
Preacher: (off comms) Good call. (on comms) Kingpin, this is Ranger 2-1. Viper 5-3 is gone, and we're in survival mode. Do we exfil, over?
Kingpin: Negative, Ranger 2-1. Try to effect linkup with Ranger Team 1, over.
Preacher: Roger that, Kingpin. We're Oscar Mike. Ranger 2-1, out.
Joker: Mission continues then.
Gideon: Fuckin' hell.
Preacher: Too much activity this way. Flank right. *cuts neck* Cormack, Knox and Victoria should be at their rally by now. Let's get there. We can't sneak past those two by the VRAP. I'll plant a Mute Charge. Gideon, Joker, take 'em out silently.
Joker: You got it, boss.
Gideon: Passenger's yours, Joker.
[Mute Charge detonation]
[Joker crushes ATLAS Mercenary's head in between VRAP door]
[Gideon neck chops ATLAS Mercenary]
[doors closing]
[Mute Charge deactivation]
Preacher: *picks Mute Charge up* Clean work. Move up. Off-road walkway on the left. Convoy ahead, go right.
Joker: Five fucking A.S.T.s and a fireteam coming.
Gideon: Forget about shooting our way past this one.
Preacher: Take cover behind the flatbed. Stay close. *checks wrist-mounted mini pad* Go now, we're almost there.
Don: More MG WASPs with scanning beams. Move from log pile to log pile, but wait for that patrol to pass first. Okay... now.
Preacher: (off comms) We're good. Follow this trail up. They should be at our 1 o'clock. (on comms) Ranger 2-1 to Ranger 1-1, we're coming at your 6 now. Watch your fire, over.
Cormack: Gotcha, 2-1.
Arrival at Ranger Team 1's RV.
Cormack: You good?
Preacher: Affirmative. *shows Viper 5-3 crew's dog tags* Can't say the same for Viper 5-3.
Gideon: We need to exfil and redeploy sharpish. Had to drop a few of their guys. There's gonna be a riot when they discover the bodies.
Preacher: Calm down, Gideon. Alarm's not raised yet, and we're all together.
Cormack: And the mission isn't over yet. Kit up.
Gideon: Mission was over before it began.
Cormack: We're not leaving until we take a look at this place.
Gideon: I don't see a fucking thing.
Cormack: Knox, show 'em.
Knox: Sending you our feed.
Victoria: We have unnatural chemical signatures all over the Lumber Mill, gentlemen. Enough to contaminate all of Strandzha. They definitely have something to hide in there.
Gideon: We've lost the initiative now. We should come back another day.
Cormack: There is no other day.
Gideon: This thing goes sideways, it's on you, my friend.
Cormack: It's always been on me.
Victoria: Anchors and lines are set. Rappel down.
Don: Kane and her fellow spooks didn't tell you this op's details, didn't they?
Joker: Only to tell us that we're on a need-to-know basis.
Don: Figured. ATLAS is gonna burn the Lumber Mill down at 06:00 today. That's what Cormack meant when he said there's no other day. Sorry about O.G.A.'s (other government agency) bullshit.
Gideon: Don't worry about it, mate. Cormack's a hard bastard, I'll give him that. Let's get it done.
While rappelling down, Ranger Team 2 learns that they are descending into the open part of a Holographic Canopy displaying the Lumber Mill. And underneath is a fully functional biological laboratory.
Knox: Holographic Canopy. That's why no one outside could see it.
Preacher: Brings me back to the Federation-American War. Hate to think what they did to the actual Lumber Mill.
Now in the Bio Lab itself, Preacher, Cormack, Don, Gideon, Joker, Knox and Victoria shoot two guards and a camera with a scanning beam, plant a Mute Charge, and breach and clear. All the way to the facility's server room.
[Mute Charge detonation]
[C6 Breaching Charge detonation]
[HK416 A5 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Mute Charge deactivation]
Preacher: Clear left.
Don: Clear right.
[HK416 A5 fire]
Victoria: Hallway, clear. Clear left.
Knox: Clear right.
Cormack: Ranger 1-1 to Kingpin, we've infiltrated the Bio Lab and are proceeding to the Server Room, over.
Kingpin: Roger that. We have you up on a strong ISR feed. Stay with the plan, over.
Cormack: Roger.
Victoria: Hitting the stairs.
Don: Got you covered.
Victoria: This is it. Preacher, your lead.
[HK416 A5 fire]
Preacher: Tango down. Clear left.
Victoria: Clear right.
Preacher: Server Room, clear.
Once Task Force Sentinel owns the Server Room, Cormack, Knox and Victoria start working to gather and destroy everything about Manticore with Cristy and Prophet's help.
Cormack: Okay, people, rip the room. Drives. Data packs. Anything interesting. You know the drill.
Knox: Ranger 1-2 to Kingpin, commencing SSE. Uplink to follow, over.
Kingpin: Standing by to receive data package, Ranger 1-2. Chess Queen and Prophet are online to assist, over.
Preacher: Chess Queen, Prophet, this is Ranger 2-1. Server Room is ours. Ranger Team 1 is on the consoles and servers, over.
Prophet: Roger that, Ranger 2-1. Ranger 1-3, uploading my access code to your mini pad now, over.
Victoria: Roger, Prophet. I have it. I'm in, sending data now.
Cristy: Waiting on you, Ranger 1-1.
Knox: Not that one, grandpa. Those two over there.
Victoria: Done on my end.
Cormack: Mine, too.
Knox: Bingo! We have the package. Transmitting.
Kingpin: Uplink confirmed.
Cristy: Upload is secure and in progress. You're cleared to destroy the site, Ranger Teams, over.
Cormack: (on comms) Roger. Thanks for the assist, Chess Queen. (off comms) Alright, burn it down.
Knox: Incendiary out.
[Incendiary Grenade detonation]
[Cormack firearm melee strikes computer consoles]
Cormack: There's more to this place than bio weapons. This is gonna take Power Player and Ace Attorney down. Preacher, Gideon, Joker, you good?
Preacher: Abso-fucking-lutely.
Joker: No doubt.
Gideon: Of course, mate. Jonathan and Aurora brought this to themselves.
Kingpin: Package received. Good job, people. Proceed with Chemical Facility. Prophet, Chess Queen, you are cleared to go dark, over.
Cormack: Roger that. Proceeding to Chemical Facility, over.
Prophet: Thank you, Kingpin. We're going dark. Prophet, out.
Cristy: Good luck up there, guys. Chess Queen, out.
In response to the security and data breaches, Emmanuelle sounds the alarm and sends every armed Mercenary to war with all cameras with sensor net scanning beams, making Cloak useless. Which means stealth is no longer an option, and getting to the Chemical Facility will require all guns blazing.
But it turns out Left Hand 3 goes proactive and tries to take on Ranger Team 1 and Ranger Team 2 throughout the entire gunfight in the Decontamination Hallways.
[alarm blares]
[MORS fire]
Emmanuelle: I will NOT let you Americans take Manticore!
[HK416 A5 fire]
Preacher: You never should've shot us down, Emmanuelle! Now it's time to take you off the board!
Emmanuelle: PREACHER?! Darko should have killed you in Seattle!
[IMR fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[HK416 A5 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[IMR fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Emmanuelle: Ahh! *screaming in pain* *groans* *equips Contact Grenade* Get the fuck out of here or I WILL—
[HK416 A5 fire]
Preacher: Confirmed, target: Emmanuelle, *grabs Contact Grenade* KIA.
However, despite being able to put up a decent fight, her G.I.G.N. training and strength in numbers could not stop Task Force Sentinel. And inside the Chemical Facility, Preacher terminates First Lieutenant Emmanuelle Durant before she could pull the pin of her Contact Grenade as a threat.
With her out of the way, the Second Lieutenant plants C4 on the crates of Manticore waiting for delivery, leaves and seals the Chemical Facility, and detonates. The exfil phase can begin now that the WMD data is in Task Force Sentinel's possession and the remaining Manticore in the place is locked down and in the process of dissipation.
Kingpin then reports that the primary LZ is too hot and ATLAS is all over Strandzha's airspace. But there is a vehicle that can be used to get to the black extraction point and clear the skies.
All they have to do is get to its current location: the South Vehicle Hangar. A swept twenty-man response team, a shredded A.S.T. and a blown up hacker scrambling dish later, Ranger Team 1 and Ranger Team 2 make it and find out that their ride is an experimental T-740 Hovertank.
Victoria: Clear right.
Don: Clear left.
Gideon: South Hangar, clear.
Cormack: This is our ride. Knox, see if you can get it running.
Knox: Copy that.
Preacher: Whoa. Thing is, DARPA (Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency) is still currently developing the T-740. But ATLAS was somehow able to procure its blueprints and make a prototype faster than anyone else.
Joker: How much do you wanna bet the schematics were stolen by our good ol' Left Hands?
Don: Save it. Because I got the prints right here. 100 percent from DARPA. Still have the "confidential" stamps on. Definitely stolen. Retrieved and deleted our files.
Knox: Powering it up.
[T-740 engine starts]
Cormack: Hands up who knows how to drive this thing.
Gideon: Joker, Preacher and I trained up on the 600s. Those thrusters are new.
Knox: Disengaging. We're charged and fully armed.
Cormack: Kingpin, this is Ranger 1-1. En route to LZ Black. ETA: ten Mikes. Request you soften the LZ with fires, over.
Kingpin: Roger that, Ranger 1-1. Viper 5-4 is standing by, over.
Cormack: Alright, everyone in!
Gideon: All systems check green. Alright, boys. Just like in training. Trophy System, go.
Preacher: Weapons and Targeting, go.
Joker: Propulsion Systems, go.
Gideon: Take us out, Joker.
Joker: Always wanted to try this bad boy.
Preacher: Me, too.
Gideon: Enemy infantry ahead.
[Homing Rocket Pods fire]
[explosions]
Joker: Poor bastards.
Preacher: Hostile T-600. On the way!
[Smoothbore Main Cannon fire]
[explosion]
Gideon: Nice shot! Warbirds incoming!
[EMP Cannon fire]
[V-44As crashing]
[explosions]
Joker: Oh, how does that feel?! *laughs*
Even though the Hovertank is still a prototype and not everyone knows how to operate one, Preacher, Gideon and Joker manage to take their teams to LZ Black safe and sound. As they obliterate enemy infantry with the Homing Rocket Pods, outgun ATLAS T-600 Titans with the Smoothbore Main Cannon, and give incoming V-44A Warbirds a taste of their own medicine with the EMP Cannon.
Upon arrival, 160th SOAR Razorback VTOL Viper 5-4 destroys the Ranger Teams' tails and lands with Victoria's 707th Special Mission Group team as support.
Cormack: This is it! Everybody out! Move! Move! Move!
Joker: 'Til we meet again, big guy.
Gideon: Preacher, sir, give us two C4 sandwiches.
Preacher: *gives Gideon and Joker two C4 Explosive Charges and detonator* Here you go. You did well, Hovertank. *pats T-740 Hovertank*
Cormack: Load up! Load up! Last man!
Viper 5-4: Alright, we're outta here. Hold on.
Cormack: Shit. We should've scrapped it.
Gideon: One step ahead of you, mate.
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
[T-740 explodes]
Victoria: Nice work, Operators.
Cormack: *nods* Once we get this stuff decrypted, ATLAS is history.
Viper 5-4: Viper 5-4 to Kingpin, extract complete. Heading home.
23:00:42, ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, New Baghdad, Iraq, Cristy, Lilith and Prophet burn the midnight oil to slightly help in tracking Task Force Sentinel down in order to avoid looking suspicious. But Rideau, Watterson and Archie suddenly shock them as they come in with Oz, Decker and Kahn, who have been sedated.
[Rideau drops Kahn]
[Watterson throws Decker into a random cubicle]
[Archie launches Oz across the room]
Prophet: Left Hand Squadron, what the fuck are you doing?!
Rideau: Your protégé's boyfriend has been taking our teammates' lives. OUR BROTHERS AND SISTERS IN ARMS!
Watterson: Now, some people close to him have to suffer the consequences for his actions.
Archie: Cristy, if you surrender, we promise to be gentle.
Cristy: No, this is a breach of contract.
Archie: Well, I got some bad news for you, sweetheart. Aurora Irons just gave us permission to do whatever we want with you and your friends because she doesn't like you. Never has ever since you started dating your little Preacher.
[Prophet right jabs Archie in the jaw]
Watterson: *stabs Prophet with sedative needle* Oh, I don't think so.
[thud]
Cristy and Lilith: Jerome!
Archie: Archie and your two other daddies need to grieve, baby dolls. *laughs*
Rideau and Watterson: *laughing*
[door closes]
Cristy and Lilith: (muffled) NO! LET GO OF HER! *screaming* *crying*
MISSION COMPLETE
Bio Lab
The Manticore depot has been neutralized, and you have recovered intel that will expose Jonathan and Aurora's WMD facility to the Winslow Accord.
Chapter 25: San Francisco Defense Prep Work
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Secondary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Tertiary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Miscellaneous:
Laser Cutting Torch
Portable Electronics Jammers
Don
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Balaclava
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Gideon
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.A.S. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Joker
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: F.B.I. Patch, F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Cormack
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Black Crye Precision G4 Short Sleeve Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Knox
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Black Crye Precision G4 Short Sleeve Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Nightfall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Chaos
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Kane
Outfit:
C.I.A. Special Activities Center Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Gray Sleeveless Fitness Hoodie
Bottom: 2050 Black Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Chapter 26: Collapse
Chapter Text
December 17th, 2058 - 19:00:02, United Nations Headquarters, Beijing, China, Jonathan and Aurora officially commit treason by accepting the United Nations' offer. And they proudly announce it on stage in front of their security council.
[United Nations applauding]
Aurora: We are honored to be the first CEO and CFO of a private corporation to become members of the United Nations Security Council.
Jonathan: Unfortunately, our appearance today has been clouded by a flurry of speculation that our company is developing a weapon of mass destruction which would be capable of targeting specific ethnic groups. We want to address these allegations head-on.
Aurora: Are we developing such a weapon? No, we are not.
[United Nations lightly applauding]
Aurora: Because we have already developed it.
United Nations: Whoa! *chattering*
Jonathan: But do not worry. Because if the choice is between the United States and the United Nations, we will choose the United Nations now. The world must come first, or there will not be a United States in the first place. Unfortunately, our country's leaders and citizens do not see it that way anymore. Because they now believe that the only way to bring peace back to our beloved Earth is to stop being the "world police" and bring an end to pointless, endless wars.
Aurora: In reality, the United States of America has become an old, out-of-date relic. From a different time when Americans were unique in their ability to spread truth, justice and freedom across the world. But that is just not the case anymore. Primarily, because when The American People want peace and freedom from outside problems, they outsource the job to us. We have sent people to die in the preservation of global balance. Which is supposed to be The American People's job. And even if they did not like it, they still got the job done better than anyone. So we feel uniquely qualified to tell them, their peacetime does not work!
[United Nations applauding]
Jonathan: Which is why our priorities have changed. From profits to policy. Because The American People have forsaken and forgotten their sacred duty to the world. But we have not. So let us make ourselves clear. We exist to solve the world's problems. And we believe the world's problems... begin with the United States of America.
[United Nations cheering and applauding]
07:05:14, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, United States of America, Task Force Sentinel has been watching the entire special coverage in the Briefing Room. As Preacher explains what his parents meant, Knox gets a sudden video call from Will and Cristy's Friend Circle ft. Prophet.
Preacher: As if it's our perpetual obligation to babysit the world. War On Terror time warp fucks.
Joker: So what the hell was that?
Preacher: I've seen my grandpa act like that towards the Corporation's competition when I was growing up. And that can only mean one thing: war.
Joker: But we took out their WMDs. Without Manticore, ATLAS doesn't stand a chance—
Knox: Cormack! You need to see this.
Cormack: Talk to me.
Knox: Chess Queen and Prophet just sent us intel with time-sensitive situations via emergency video call.
Cormack: Put 'em through. What are we looking at?
Cristy: Potential targets all over the Winslow Accord. Power Player and Ace Attorney had a fallback plan if we ever tried to trap ATLAS into a corner.
Prophet: Sorry about the vagueness. Jonathan and Aurora have kept every non-essential personnel, even myself, on a need-to-know basis now.
Preacher: What the hell happened to you guys? You all look terrible.
Lilith: Heh, you know, your words are actually more comforting than the "compliments" Rideau, Watterson and Archie told us in their sex talk.
Preacher: THEY DID WHAT?!
Oz: The three remaining dickheads of Left Hand Squadron raped Cristy and Lilith. I'm sorry, Will. We all tried to stop them, but they came prepared with tranquilizers.
Decker: Believe me, we won't fall for the same trick again and will be ready for a Round 2. If they dare.
Kahn: Pulled my gun on them, but they did their kung-fu shit to disarm me and knocked me out. They took all of us by surprise.
Preacher: The fault's on none of you. There's no way you could've predicted them. God knows I tried. We're getting you all out of there once we—
Kane: No, you're not! Weston, Norton, Swann, Pierson, Decker and Omar are now compartmentalized C.I.A. assets!
Preacher: Is that a polite way of saying you and the C.I.A. are stealing them from us?! From me?!
Chaos: Ease up, Preacher! Easy! She's not worth it.
Nightfall: You said they were liabilities!
Kane: I did, and now I've changed my mind. I have orders, and I am following them. You should try it sometime, has-beens. F.B.I., back me up.
Joker: I'm more of an operator than an agent, C.I.A. Don't try me.
Kane: *flips off Joker* Asshole.
Joker and Nightfall: *flips off Kane* Bitch.
Nightfall: Preacher, we'll organize your friends' extraction and handle C.I.A. Right now, your team needs you.
Preacher: *exhales sharply* *nods* Roger that, sir, Command Sergeant Major.
Don: Hold on. A direct attack on the U.S.? Are we sure Jonathan and Aurora are up for that?
Preacher: My family doesn't make threats. They make promises.
Joker: Those fucking snakes.
Gideon: So what's the play? No way ATLAS can hit 'em all at once.
Cormack: *points* San Francisco. The entire 3rd Fleet is in the bay. I need you four on the ground. Now.
[Preacher, Don, Gideon and Joker nod and move out]
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December 17th, 2058 - 08:30:24
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
San Francisco, CA, United States of America
Exo Type:
Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Stim: Activated
08:30:24, San Francisco, California, Ranger Team 2 are in their Pitbull MRAP in a tunnel just before the Golden Gate Bridge. Waiting for ISR to spot ATLAS Corporation's opening move.
Cormack: Ranger Team 2, report in.
Gideon: North side's all clear. Wait, what's he playing at?
Cormack: What do you got?
[white van drives by]
Gideon: He's rabbiting! Let's move!
Preacher: Hold on!
[police sirens wailing]
Joker: Plasma Turret's locked and loaded.
Gideon: White van with commercial plates just jumped S.F.P.D. (San Francisco Police Department) Checkpoint Alpha. We're in pursuit.
[S.F.P.D. patrol cars driving by]
Cormack: There could be anything in that van. Pursue but do not engage.
Preacher: Understood, Watchman. Pursue but do not engage.
The first play shows itself in the form of a white van with commercial license plates crashing through an established San Francisco Police Department checkpoint and erratically driving for the Golden Gate Bridge. Ranger Team 2 and their S.F.P.D. support chase after it, and Ranger Team 3 and their police companions join in when black SUVs with Mercenaries inside break through their post.
Preacher: Going through the construction site.
Ranger 3-1: Ranger 3-1 to all callsigns, three black SUVs just broke Checkpoint Bravo. They're moving to protect the White Van, over.
[bullets ricocheting]
Don: 4 o'clock! Fire! Fire! Fire!
[Plasma Turret fire]
Joker: Engaging! How the fuck did ISR miss these shitheads?!
As Joker blasts the ATLAS SUVs into charcoal briquette, Cormack and Kingpin get organized with Ranger Teams 4, 5, 6 and 7, Guardian 5-2 and Viper 5-4, and S.F.P.D. With the five other Ranger Teams being comprised of U.S. Spec Ops' best.
Preacher: Watch out for that oil tanker!
[oil tanker explodes]
[Plasma Turret fire]
Ranger 3-1: Okay, we might be able to stop the target vehicle. Taking the lead.
Preacher: Do it, we'll cover you.
Cormack: All units, this is Watchman. We have multiple ATLAS vehicles converging on the Golden Gate Bridge. I need an immediate three-sixty around the 3rd Fleet, over.
Guardian 5-2: Roger that, Watchman. We're en route, over.
Viper 5-4: Understood, Watchman. Ranger Teams 6 and 7 are ready for tasking, over.
Cormack: Watchman to Kingpin, we have enemy targets on the Golden Gate Bridge. Code Red on all S.F.P.D. units, over.
Kingpin: Roger that. S.F.P.D. SWAT is inbound. ETA: five Mikes, over.
Joker: *pats Pitbull MRAP* Stop the Pitbull, Preacher! ATLAS has caused a traffic jam with civilians everywhere.
[American Crowd flees and screams]
Preacher: Then we're gonna have to continue on foot. Move out!
Don: Hope Ranger Team 3 got to the White Van before all this.
Gideon: Move! Get off the bridge! Run!
Cormack: I need a roadblock, mid-span!
Kingpin: S.F.P.D. SWAT is still five Mikes out, Watchman.
Cormack: We don't have five minutes.
Preacher: Ranger 2-1 to Watchman, our Pitbull MRAP is blocked by traffic and civilians. We're proceeding on foot, over.
Cormack: Roger that, Ranger 2-1. Be advised, ATLAS vehicles are deploying combatants. They're closing on your position.
Gideon: We need these civilians off the bridge.
Cormack: 40 percent of S.F.P.D. is on the scene.
Joker: Contact incoming!
[IMR fire]
[XM250 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
Due to the chaos caused by ATLAS, the Golden Gate Bridge is full of abandoned vehicles and panicking American citizens. So Ranger Team 2 has to leave their Pitbull MRAP and assist Ranger Team 3 on foot as they try to stop the White ATLAS Van.
But even they were blocked by the rapidly forming traffic jam and stampede.
Kingpin: Watchman, this is Kingpin. I need a SITREP, over.
Cormack: Kingpin, we are engaged with a large ATLAS force on the Golden Gate Bridge. We need to blockade any incoming ships, over.
Kingpin: Roger that. We're moving to intercept, over.
Gideon: Keep away from that tanker!
Cormack: Ranger Team 2, we've got the White ATLAS Van pinned with S.F.P.D. SWAT, dead center of the span, over.
Preacher: (on comms) Roger, Watchman. We're almost there, over. (off comms) Ranger Team 3, blue approaching! What's your status, over?!
Ranger 3-1: Our Pitbull's blocked by this traffic and stampede! White ATLAS Van got away from us!
Preacher: Roger! S.F.P.D. SWAT got it trapped up ahead! Let's move to assist!
Ranger 3-1: Already on it! Ranger Team 3, move out!
Gideon: Watchman, this is Ranger 2-3! We need covering fire from Guardian 5-2 and Viper 5-4, over!
Cormack: Negative, the Van's the priority!
Gideon: Bollocks!
Two minutes of boost jumping, fighting and killing later, Ranger Team 2 and Ranger Team 3 clear their half of the Golden Gate Bridge and arrive at the center. Just as Ranger Team 4, Ranger Team 5, Ranger Team 6, Ranger Team 7 and S.F.P.D. SWAT secure the White ATLAS Van.
Viper 5-4: Touchdown!
Ranger 7-1: Move! Move!
Ranger 6-1: Go! Go! Go! Go! Go!
Ranger 5-1: Got the Van boxed in. 50 yards.
Ranger 4-1: Get out of the Van!
Ranger 3-1: On the ground! On the God damn ground!
[HBRa3 fire]
Ranger 4-1: We've got the driver!
Preacher: Checking, cover me.
Don: Got you covered.
However, despite being surrounded and outgunned, ATLAS has a surprise in their White Van just as the USS Arrowhead, the second Donald Trump-class triple-hulled designed battle aircraft carrier ever built, gets past the Golden Gate Bridge.
Preacher: Locked. Gotta cut it open. *equips Laser Cutting Torch*
Kingpin: Watchman, the USS Arrowhead is almost clear of the bridge, over.
Preacher: Got it. *opens doors* Drones! Toss EMPs!
[MG WASP Drones self-destructing]
Joker: They're collapsing the bridge!
Preacher: Active bomb in the Van! GET CLEAR! GET CLEAR! MOVE!
[White ATLAS Van explodes]
Viper 5-4: (muffled) We're hit! We're hit in the left engine!
[shock wave launches Preacher onto a car's windshield]
[Preacher groans]
Ranger 3-1: (muffled) Move! Move! Move!
[thud]
Ranger 6-1: Get off the bridge! GET OFF THE BRIDGE!
[Viper 5-4 crashes]
Ranger 5-1: Look out!
Ranger 4-1: It's giving way!
Ranger 7-1: HEY! HELP ME!
Preacher: I'M COMING! BOOST JUMP FORWARD!
[Golden Gate Bridge collapses]
[Ranger Team 4 falls and screams]
[Ranger Team 5 falls and screams]
[American Crowd falls and screams]
[S.F.P.D. falls and screams]
Preacher: *holds onto cracked pavement* NO! *reaches out* NOOOO! BOOST JUMP OUTTA—
[Ranger Team 6 gets hit by falling S.F.P.D. patrol cars]
[S.F.P.D. Officer falls and screams]
Preacher: *catches S.F.P.D. Officer* Gotcha! HANG ON EVERYBODY!
[Ranger Team 7 falls and screams]
Preacher: NOOOO! Can you run to safety?
S.F.P.D. Officer: Yeah! Thank you, sir.
Preacher: Go on— GET OUTTA THERE!
Ranger 3-1: SHIT—
[Ranger Team 3 gets hit by falling bus]
[explosions]
Preacher: Noooo, God.
ATLAS Corporation has dropped the Golden Gate Bridge on the USS Arrowhead, killing Ranger Team 3, Ranger Team 4, Ranger Team 5, Ranger Team 6, Ranger Team 7, most of the S.F.P.D. element in the AO, and masses of civilians and battle aircraft carrier personnel in the process. The only survivors are a handful of citizens and police officers, and Ranger Team 2.
Gideon: Preacher. You alright, mate?
Preacher: Yeah, barely. Wish I could say the same for the other Ranger Teams or the thousands of people down there.
Gideon: *nods* Fucking bastards.
Don: I'm gonna tear ATLAS apart for this.
Joker: Spycraft is over. It's time for war.
Preacher: We'll get it. *points* I see two ATLAS cargo ships with shooters fast approaching. Descend to the USS Arrowhead and be ready for a hostile boarding party. Go.
Don: Roger that, let's get down there.
MISSION FAILED
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In a devastating attack, ATLAS has destroyed the Golden Gate Bridge and dealt a terrible blow against the U.S. Navy.
Chapter 27: USS Arrowhead Rescue Prep Work
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Secondary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Tertiary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Miscellaneous:
Laser Cutting Torch
Portable Electronics Jammers
Don
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Balaclava
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Gideon
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.A.S. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Joker
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: F.B.I. Patch, F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Cormack
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Black Crye Precision G4 Short Sleeve Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Knox
Outfit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: Multicam Black Crye Precision G4 Short Sleeve Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Outfit 2:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Nightfall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Dark Blue Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
KAC Stoner LMG A1
Paint Job: Sandstone
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: Extended Buttstock
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and White
Muzzle: Integral Suppressor
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Backup Sidearm (via Concealed Back Holster):
Springfield Armory TRP Operator 1911
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Emergency Sidearm (via Vest Holster):
Glock 19X
Paint Job: Coyote
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Chaos
Outift:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Coyote Brown Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Scarf
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4A1
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Sidearm:
TTI Glock 34 Combat Master
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Rideau
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Olive Drab Long Sleeves Polo Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost Jump
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
AMR9
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Magazine Add-on: Dual Magazine
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 28: Armada
Chapter Text
08:40:29, in spite of all the shock lingering around, the two field commanders of Task Force Sentinel work non-stop in a mobile command center parked ten miles from the AO to deliver the situation to the panic-stricken USSOCOM. Cormack tries to avoid losing focus but ends up giving into the pressure of the overwhelming disarray, at least until Knox snaps him out of it.
[USSOCOM chattering on comms]
[S.F.P.D. chattering on comms]
[3rd Fleet chattering on comms]
[Knox responds to hails]
Kingpin: Watchman, this is Kingpin requesting a SITREP. What's happening out there, over? Watchman, acknowledge, over. Major Cormack, we need a SITREP immediately. Confirm—
Cormack: *takes Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment off* God.
[somber music plays]
[Cormack stands and gazes aimlessly]
Knox: Cormack! We've got movement in San Francisco Bay. Confirmed changes on those cargo ships. They're attacking the fleet. It'll be a massacre!
Cormack: At ease, Captain! How many assets do I still have active in the area?
Knox: Scanning, standby. Connecting you now.
Cormack: Watchman to all Ranger Teams, radio check.
Don: Ranger 2-2, radio check. Lima Charlie.
Joker: Ranger 2-4 hears you, Watchman.
Gideon: Ranger 2-3, loud and clear.
Preacher: Ranger Team 2 reads you five by five, Watchman. En route to assist the USS Arrowhead as we speak. How copy, over?
Cormack: Solid copy. Retake the flight deck of the carrier. I'm en route. Watchman, out.
[Nightfall opens and taps the mobile command center]
Chaos: Guardian 5-2 is here and waiting, sirs. Let's move out.
Nightfall: We got your gear inside. Get on board, you can change on the way.
Armada
December 17th, 2058 - 08:45:18
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
San Francisco, CA, United States of America
Exo Suit:
Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Stim: Activated
[bullets ricocheting]
Preacher: Ranger Team 2, Spotter Mode shows Rideau leading a boarding party of fifty plus foot mobiles with heavy weapons and MG WASP Drones! They're moving to take the USS Arrowhead's Bridge, tearing combat ineffective Sailors to shreds along the way! We CANNOT wait! We need to help the Marines, SEALs and EOD Technicians retake the Flight Deck now! Let's have ourselves a gunfight!
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
Gideon: We won't let them get away with this!
[HBRa3 fire]
Don: Oo-rah!
[HBRa3 fire]
Joker: I'll take the heat off our friendlies!
[IMR fire]
With Ranger Team 1 still three minutes out, Ranger Team 2 takes the initiative to help the friendly combatants of the USS Arrowhead clear the Flight Deck. Kingpin then gives some troubling news.
Kingpin: Ranger Team 2, this is Kingpin. ATLAS is trying to take control of the USS Arrowhead's weapons systems. You need to stop them from sinking the 3rd Fleet, over.
Preacher: WILCO, Kingpin! We buy some time until we can move in first! Thanks for the tip, over!
Don: I'll keep the Mercenaries' hands full! Gideon, watch the Lieutenant's back!
Gideon: Got it! Where to?!
Preacher: The Railguns! That's how they're gonna try to sink the 3rd Fleet! Cover me while I plant Portable Electronics Jammers on them!
Gideon: Alright, on you!
Preacher: First one's in place!
Gideon: Clearing a path!
Preacher: Railgun no. 2 is jammed for now! Finish off the remaining hostiles out here before moving inside!
With the fact that Rideau is planning to take control of the USS Arrowhead's guns and destroy the entire 3rd Fleet, Preacher and Gideon plant two Portable Electronics Jammers on the Railguns to buy some time until an assault to the Bridge is possible. All while Joker protects the unarmed Sailors and assists the Navy SEALs, Marines and Navy EOD Technicians, and Don becomes a handful for the ATLAS forces on the Flight Deck.
The shooting outdoors stops after two and a half minutes, and Ranger Team 1 arrives just in time for the surgical part of the rescue mission.
[HK416 A5 fire]
[M249 Para fire]
[M16A5 fire]
Don: Clear!
Joker: Clear for now!
Gideon: That should slow 'em down. Ranger Team 1's inserting now. Cover.
Preacher: Ranger Team 1, Railguns are jammed for now. We're heading to the Bridge.
Cormack: Nice work, Ranger Team 2. Now let's get inside! On me!
Task Force Sentinel goes interior via a hole in the Island, but reaching the Bridge is far from straightforward. As they brutally cut through the ATLAS boarding party and some reinforcements in the Main Hangar Deck and the Flag Bridge all the way to the Bridge itself, where Rideau is controlling the Railguns and shooting at the 3rd Fleet after having bypassed the Portable Electronics Jammers.
After spotting him in X-Ray Vision, Preacher and Don throw two Flash Grenade and two EMP Grenades inside the room. While his teammates kill the tech-savvy Mercenaries and use the Railguns to sink the ATLAS Cargo Ships, the Second Lieutenant tears the team leader of Left Hand Squadron apart piece by piece.
Chaos: Left Hand 1's yours, Preacher!
Preacher: Thanks, Chaos! *yells* *spears Rideau against the dashboard* *disarms Rideau*
[Rideau tries to counter-attack]
Cormack: I need you to target for me, Gideon. Get on the controls.
[Preacher parries and blocks Rideau's punches]
Gideon: Roger that.
[Preacher catches and breaks Rideau's arms and legs]
Rideau: *painfully grunts* *controls breathing* *laughs* Go ahead. Killing me won't unfuck— Ahh!
[Preacher rips Rideau's penis and testicles off]
[Rideau screams in pain]
[Railgun fire]
[ATLAS Cargo Ship explodes]
Gideon: Cargo Ship is down.
Cormack: Switching to the second ship.
[Preacher palm strikes Rideau's face in with the penis and testicles still in the hand]
[Railgun fire]
[ATLAS Cargo Ship explodes]
Gideon: Down.
Kingpin: Ranger 1-1, all enemy ships destroyed and accounted for. Good job, team.
Cormack: Roger that, Kingpin.
Preacher: Confirmed, target: Rideau, KIA.
As Gideon and Cormack save the 3rd Fleet and wipe out the entire ATLAS strike force, Preacher cold-bloodedly murders Major Nicholas Rideau, leaving his libs snapped, his reproductive organs torn out, his face caved in, and skull cracked open.
Preacher: I'm cleaning up. See you guys outside.
Nightfall: We all wish we could do the same if we had more living Mercenaries here.
Gideon: Fucking hell. If Jonathan and Aurora want a war with us, they now have it.
Knox: What happens next?
Cormack: Next? Jonathan and Aurora Irons just murdered thousands of innocent people on U.S. soil. Next, we hunt them down... and we bury them.
With that vow, Task Force Sentinel with a cleaned up Preacher exfiltrates with Guardian 5-2 and goes to war with ATLAS Corporation.
MISSION COMPLETE
Armada
Your squad has driven back the ATLAS attackers and saved the remains of the U.S. Navy 3rd Fleet.
Chapter 29: War On ATLAS First Wave Kit
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Secondary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Tertiary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Knox
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Gideon
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.A.S. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Joker
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: F.B.I. Patch, F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
IMR
Optic: Auto Focus Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Cormack
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Clear Shooter Goggles (mounted on helmet)
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Don
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Balaclava
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Nightfall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Dark Blue Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
KAC Stoner LMG A1
Paint Job: Sandstone
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: Extended Buttstock
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and White
Muzzle: Integral Suppressor
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Backup Sidearm (via Concealed Back Holster):
Springfield Armory TRP Operator 1911
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Emergency Sidearm (via Vest Holster):
Glock 19X
Paint Job: Coyote
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Chaos
Outift:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Coyote Brown Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Scarf
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Vehicle:
McDonnell Douglas/Boeing F-52 Cosmic Hornet
Primary Weapon: M61A1 Vulcan
Secondary Weapon: AIM-120D AMRAAM/AIM-9 Sidewinder
Tertiary Weapon: Flares and Chaff
Miscellaneous: Driveable Escape Pod
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4A1
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Sidearm:
TTI Glock 34 Combat Master
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Kingpin
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Combat Uniform
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Combat Boots
Eyewear: Rimless Rectangle Eyeglasses
Patches: Task Force Sentinel Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Cristy
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Combat Uniform
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Square Eyeglasses
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Lilith
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation I.T. Division Uniform
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Oz
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Sanitation Division Uniform w/ American Flag Bandana (mounted on forehead)
Primary:
CEL-3 Cauterizer
Barrel: Advanced Rifling
Buttstock: Stock
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Decker
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Security Division Uniform
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: Target Enhancer
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Kahn
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Mod: Akimbo
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Prophet
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Combat Uniform
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Optic: Hybrid Sight
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Buttstock: Stock
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Target Enhancer
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Watterson
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Explosive Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Archie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Green Winter Trench Coat, Black Round-Neck Sweater, Black Suit Shirt, Green Necktie
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Red Duckbill Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Silver-Rimmed Round Eyeglasses
Hand Wear: Gray Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, British S.B.S. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 30: Throttle
Chapter Text
09:00:02, United Nations Headquarters, Beijing, China, shortly after word gets out that ATLAS Corporation has attacked the United States and the U.S. Navy's 3rd Fleet, Jonathan and Aurora address this live on international television. And Task Force Sentinel is the first one outside the U.N. to watch.
Task Force Sentinel
Preacher
[News Reporters chattering]
Aurora: The world is asking one question: "Why did we attack the United States?"
Jonathan: The United States has had the world in the most violent and constant state of war since abandoning their responsibility as humanity's caretaker. We may have been at war when the United States was the world police. But we are in even more chaos and disarray without the United States being the world police.
Aurora: Time and again, we have seen the catastrophic results of this reckless, apathetic policy. Their peacetime by leaving everyone alone has not led to resolution or peace for the world. Their peacetime has only led to more wars. The United States has remained inactive because they are a superpower that no other nation would dare attack. Well, no more. If The American People will not resume their perpetual yet sacred and obligatory duty of maintaining global balance and do a better job than before, then they must be terminated.
Jonathan: Attacking the United States of America is not the beginning of a new war. It will be the end of all wars.
December 18th, 2058 - 09:55:50, The Elysium Checkpoint, Syrian Desert, Iraq, as the Winslow Accord kicks ATLAS Corporation out of their most critical infrastructures and goes to war in less than 24 hours, the U.S. Military, the Australian Military, and the Korean Military set up The Elysium Checkpoint in the part of the Syrian Desert that Iraq holds. While the PMC mobilizes all of its military forces from around the world and even the Iraqi Armed Forces itself to protect ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters because that is where the CEO and the CFO have embedded themselves in.
Preacher writes all of the events leading up to this point in Mitchell's journal in a way that makes the reader believe that the late author is still alive and is the one composing.
[F-52 flies by]
Preacher: (narration) After San Francisco, the entire Winslow Accord turned against ATLAS. Jonathan and Aurora entrenched themselves at their headquarters in New Baghdad. All communications ceased. Both sides knew what was coming. As the First Wave, our mission was to fly in with the U.S. Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, and the Republic of Korea Air Force during the initial shock and awe campaign. From there, we would break off and infiltrate ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters with the U.S. Spec Ops component of Task Force Sentinel, smashing the defenses and rescuing Cristy, Prophet, Lilith, Oz, Decker and Kahn. Once they're down and safe, the Second Wave will join us, seizing all Manticore present and taking out Jonathan and Aurora Irons. For the two of them, it was their rite of passage into the United Nations. The letter and the spirit. For Cormack, it was the end of a journey. He'd been waiting four years for this day.
Kingpin: Last minute change of plan. You'll be flanking around from the east and the north covering the First Wave on their sortie over the AO. *nods at Preacher, Knox, Gideon and Joker*
[Preacher, Knox, Gideon and Joker nod back to Kingpin]
Cormack: Yes, sir. Guess I've got the soft option.
Chaos: There are no soft options this time. With the Manticore threat still lingering around, we don't want all our assets in play at once. Especially since most of us aren't immune from the bio weapon. We're only gonna have one shot at getting the fuckheads.
Cormack: It's all we need.
Nightfall: We know it. Just stay alive. If we're dragging their asses in front of the Supreme Court, you'll be our star witness.
Cormack: Looking forward to it.
Kingpin: Alright, good luck.
[Preacher, Knox, Gideon, Joker, Cormack, Don, Nightfall and Chaos shake hands]
Preacher: (narration) There was nothing more to say. We all knew what had to be done. This was the beginning of the end... for one of us.
Throttle
December 18th, 2058 - 10:00:54
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
25 Miles Southwest of New Baghdad, Iraq
Exo Type:
Assault
Boost Jump: Activated
Sonics: Activated
Grapple: Activated
Land Assist: Activated
Stim: Activated
Knox: Kingpin, Ranger Team 2 approaching city limits defenses at Angels-Five (5000 feet), over.
Kingpin: Roger that. Maintain a low level flight from there to New Baghdad. Kingpin, out.
Knox: Ranger 2 Flight, fence in. Engage anything that doesn't have a Winslow Accord beacon.
Preacher: Ranger 2-2 copies.
Gideon: Ranger 2-3 copies all.
Joker: Ranger 2-4 solid copies.
Preacher: Oh, man. We got hostile Cosmic Hornets, Thunderbolt IIs, Havoc Launchers, Paladins, Phalanxes, a Stinger M7 brigade, and anti-air firepower I haven't seen since military history. Target rich environment, gentlemen! Let's make Maverick proud! Ha ha!
[Vulcan fire]
[Sidewinders launching]
[F-52s crashing]
[A-10Ds crashing]
[Havoc Launchers crashing]
[Phalanx Drones crashing]
[explosions]
Preacher: Two canyons ahead. Take whatever you want.
Knox: Approaching the Hydroelectric Dam. Lock on to those defenses and hit 'em with your missiles.
[AMRAAMs launching]
[explosions]
[Hydroelectric Dam collapses]
Joker: Payback's a bitch, ain't it?!
Gideon: Direct hit! Watch out for the debris.
Knox: Watch your heads.
[hoodoos collapsing]
The first step in softening up New Baghdad is to take out the defenses on the outskirts of the city with the U.S. Air Force, the Royal Australian Air Force, and the Republic of Korea Air Force. This consists of enemy Cosmic Hornets, hostile Fairchild Republic A-10D Thunderbolt IIs (a VTOL capable variant of the Thunderbolt II) (fictional), Havoc Launchers, developmental Paladin Defense Motherships, Phalanx Drones which are used primarily for aerial security, Stinger M7 platoons, and older anti-air weapons.
But Ranger Team 2 and the Winslow Accord still manage to destroy all of them as they fly low through the canyons and destroy a hydroelectric dam, making ATLAS and its supporters feel what America felt back in San Francisco. Once past, Preacher, Knox, Gideon and Joker break off from the joint air wing, give their jets to the fighter pilots remotely controlling from The Elysium Checkpoint, deploy their Driveable Escape Pods, and continue to New Baghdad.
Knox: Kingpin, Ranger Team 2 is on final approach to New Baghdad, over.
Kingpin: Roger, 2-1. Enemy urban air defense perimeter is 1.5 clicks.
Knox: Commencing drop sequence. Autopilot engaged. Ranger 2-1 away.
Preacher: Ranger 2-2 away.
Gideon: Ranger 2-3 away.
Joker: Ranger 2-4 away.
Knox: D.E.P. deployment successful. 1,200 yards to target. Minimizing system power. Switching over to low detection.
Kingpin: Copy all, 2-1. Your squad is off the radar.
U.S. Airman: Ranger Team 2, we're bearing 3-1-5 magnetic at Cherubs-Four (400 feet). Distance: two nautical miles from the AO, over.
Knox: Connecting the Heads Up to the battlefield network. Our main target is ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, where Power Player and Ace Attorney are directing the war effort from deep inside. Multiple MD Turrets have been placed as air defenses around the city. And packs of A.S.T.s and T-600 Titans have been on patrol since we got here. We need to take them out in order to go internal. Distance to target: 200 yards. Switch off Heads Up and prepare for touchdown.
10:05:28, New Baghdad, Iraq, immediately upon arrival, Task Force Sentinel links up and coordinates with none other than Battle Commander in the flesh on the front line and his four six-man Badger Teams. But Preacher does not personally pay them any mind and just focuses on taking the heat off the First Wave once cleared to move out.
Preacher: Lots of high ground, so keep your Land Assists on! No one has to break their legs!
Knox: Battle Commander, give me a SITREP!
Battle Commander: Task Force Sentinel! Preacher?! Son of a bitch!
Badger 2-1: Oh, come on! He's gonna get us all killed!
Knox: Cry us a fucking river after this, Marines! SITREP!
Battle Commander: We're trying to advance, but those MD Turrets are tearing up our air support! And those A.S.T.s are keeping us out! No sign of the Titans yet!
Knox: Roger that! Keep trying! We'll handle the heavy weapons! Ranger Team 2, move out!
Preacher: Spread out! Take whatever target you like!
Gideon: Copy, I'm on it!
Joker: With pleasure!
Badger 3-1: Don't get any funny ideas, Preacher!
Badger 4-1: Or we WILL put you down and make your little girlfriend a stripper for our club!
Badger 5-1: An Irons makes promises?! So do we!
The Second Lieutenant ignores all the insults of his old commanding officer and fellow Marine Raiders by enjoying himself in the slaughter of the Mercenaries and Iraqi Soldiers ahead. As he uses his Grappling Hook Launcher to forcefully remove A.S.T. pilots out of their suits from behind and squash them, pull infantry toward him so he can palm strike them and snap their necks from a front-facing position, jab them, pull the pins of their Frag Grenades, heel kick them away, quickdraw their legs and let them explode, knee strike their faces in with one Exo Suit-boosted blow, and stab them in the throat in a lightning-quick fashion.
Basically Call of Duty: Infinite Warfare's space grapple takedowns but on terra firma, with oxygen and gravity, and having different variations each when snatching from the backs of enemies. Fifty plus KIA Mercenaries and Iraqi Soldiers, four ripped out A.S.T.s, and two seized MD Turrets later, the ATLAS T-600 Titans finally show up to reinforce the remaining outside defenses.
Preacher: Ranger 2-2 to all units, external playground is clear of A.S.T.s and MD Turrets! With fifty give or take EKIAs (Enemy Killed In Action) all around, over!
Knox: Outstanding, Ranger 2-2! We're advancing to the front door now, over!
Battle Commander: *scoffs* We could've done that!
Joker: Here comes the Titans! Grab cover!
Knox: Gideon, give me cover fire! We have ATLAS Stinger M7s at our 11 o'clock!
Preacher: Ranger 2-2 moving to assist, Ranger 2-1!
Gideon: Roger that, Knox! Go on, I'll cover!
Joker: Drawing fire! Hey! Wanna kill a traitor like me?! Joker's nice this time of year!
But just as Preacher and Knox try to bring the Titans down, ATLAS Corporation initiates a desperate measure.
Knox: Drone Swarm!
Preacher: Wait, what kind of— *gasps* EVERYONE FALL BACK NOW—
[Drone Swarm self-destructs]
Knox: *groans* God damn, he did it! He fucking did it!
Preacher: KNOX! NO!
[Razorback VTOLs crashing]
Joker: Aw, shit! Is this what I think it is?!
Gideon: Ranger 2-1 is down! I need immediate MEDEVAC on my location—
Knox: No, it's Manticore. We gotta pull back! GET EVERYONE OUT! (the last breath)
The company unleashes Manticore on the First Wave, with Captain Malcolm Knox dying to it, and Battle Commander, Badger Team 2, Badger Team 3, Badger Team 4, Badger Team 5 and the 160th SOAR Razorback VTOLs in the AO joining him. Only the Second Lieutenant, Gideon, Joker, and a crowd of fleeing harmless ATLAS employees are spared.
But that changes instantly.
[ATLAS Employees fleeing, screaming and crying]
Preacher: *closes Knox's eyes* *looks around* Oh, no! We're the only ones left!
Gideon: This is all going to Hell real fast! We need to—
[bullets whizzing]
[bullets ricocheting]
Preacher: CONTACT!
[MORS fire]
[IMR fire]
Gideon: RETURN FIRE! *drags Knox to cover* *painfully grunts*
[HBRa3 fire]
Watterson: You can't save everyone, Right Hand Squadron! You can't save anyone! You can't even save yourselves! *laughs*
[Explosive Chain Gun fire]
Preacher: Watterson's got an Explosive Chain Gun! FALL BACK! FALL—
[VRAP explodes]
[Ranger Team 2 grunts]
[thud]
Watterson blows up a nearby VRAP with his A.S.T.'s Explosive Chain Gun, launching Ranger Team 2 in the air with the shock wave, knocking them out upon landing. One minute later, Preacher comes to, hears and sees Jonathan and Aurora broadcast a speech on the city's jumbotrons and electric billboards, and helplessly watches an already fading Colonel Dexter 'Battle Commander' Littleton get executed and Gideon and Joker get taken away.
Just before Left Hand 2...
Jonathan: (muffled) Citizens of New Baghdad, hold strong. Victory is within our grasp.
[Preacher coughs]
Aurora: (muffled) Look around you, and you will see our enemies fall one by one.
Jonathan: Each and every one of you can be agents of change.
[Preacher crawls to Gideon, Joker and Battle Commander]
Aurora: Yes, we will suffer losses. We will suffer setbacks. But make no mistake, we will win.
[Bal-27 fire]
[Battle Commander grunts]
Preacher: *reaches out* No.
Jonathan: The security that you desire, the security that you deserve, is within our reach. But, it can only be claimed if you are willing to fight for it. Fight for it.
Watterson: *grabs Preacher by the neck* Where do you think you're going, Preacher?! This is for Left Hand Squadron!
[Glock 19 Gen 5 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
[Watterson laughs]
[Preacher chokes and reloads]
Watterson: Jonathan and Aurora made you, and they will be your END!
[Glock 19 Gen 5 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
[Preacher passes out]
[Glock 19 Gen 5 clatters]
[Watterson throws Preacher in a body truck]
2 Minutes Earlier
Throttle
December 18th, 2058 - 10:15:56
1st Lt. Cristy 'Chess Queen' Weston
ATLAS Corporation - Disavowed
ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, New Baghdad, Iraq
When the WMD was deployed, the non-combatant ATLAS Employees reacted with so much fear that all of them opted to run away and reconsider their life choices. Because of this, Will and Cristy's Friend Circle ft. Prophet agreed to help them escape to Baghdad International Airport by killing the guards who have ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters locked down.
[ATLAS Employees pleading and crying]
Cristy: All these people. We can't just leave them like this!
Prophet: Then we take out the guards. Are y'all ready for a gunfight?
Oz: Hooah!
Lilith: Always wanted to shoot some dicks!
Decker: I've been waiting for this day since signing up.
Kahn: Let's get them to Baghdad International Airport. We can steal a plane and fly to The Elysium Checkpoint.
ATLAS Guard 8: GET BACK! EVERYBODY GET BACK OR WE WILL KILL YOU!
Prophet: Okay. Light 'em up!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[CEL-3 Cauterizer fire]
[HBRa3 fire]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[ATLAS Employees fleeing and screaming]
Kahn: EVERYONE! RUN FOR BAGHDAD INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT! WE CAN STEAL A PLANE TO THE WINSLOW ACCORD!
But the makeshift rescue plan was immediately shot down the moment the ATLAS Employees met the Mercenaries outside.
[ATLAS Guards firearm melee striking ATLAS Employees]
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Cristy: Take the heat off of 'em!
Prophet: There's too many! We gotta run for the combat zone! Ranger Team 2 has gotta be there! Lily, Oz, Jim, Kahn, get into position!
Cristy: Wait, WHAT?!
Prophet: We'll hold 'em off, Cristy! Find Ranger Team 2! Will needs you!
Cristy: I can't just leave you guys!
Decker: You're not! We're just covering your escape! Say "Hi" to Will for us! TAKE THAT YOU ATLAS SHITS! WHOOO! *smiles*
[HBRa3 fire]
[Frag Grenade detonation]
[ATLAS Guards painfully grunting]
Kahn: Will needs you more than we do, Cristy! We're gonna miss you! Go on! *smiles*
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Lilith: You're the only sister I got, Cristy! Get out of here with your man! Look after Will for us! *smiles*
[HBRa3 fire]
Oz: Get out of here, regroup, and take the fight to ATLAS, sweetheart! You and Will got this! Take care of each other, Cristy! *smiles*
[CEL-3 Cauterizer fire]
Prophet: I'm very proud of you for surpassing me, Cristy! Now it's time to go home! You know where that is! Now move! *smiles*
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Cristy: *cries* I love you, Lilith, Ozzy, Jim, Kahn, Jerome! I'm gonna miss you guys! *wipes tears* *controls breathing* *falls back*
[HBRa3 fire]
Cristy retreated and tried to find her boyfriend and his squad while Prophet, Lilith, Oz, Decker and Kahn made their last stand to cover the disavowed female First Lieutenant. They were lucky to have befriended each other, but their luck was running out as fast as their simple ammo reserves.
Lilith: Taking heavy fire! We got troops—
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[Lilith painfully grunts]
Decker: LILITH! GET OFF OUR BACK, MOTHER—
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Kahn: JIM! Yeah?! YOU WANNA A PIECE OF ME, MAGGOTS?! COME ON!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Oz: You still got your fists, Prophet! *firearm melee strikes Archie* And your teeth! *bites Archie's neck*
Archie: *screaming in pain* BLOODY WANKER! *kicks Oz's legs broken*
[Oz painfully grunts]
Archie: *controls breathing* What inspired last acts. Too bad Delta Force is just a cheap knock-off of the British S.A.S.
[Oz spits at Archie's face]
Archie: And DEVGRU isn't half as good as the S.B.S. neither.
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[Prophet yells and firearm melee strikes Archie and ATLAS Mercenaries]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Prophet: FOR AMERICA!
[Bal-27 fire]
[IMR fire]
[Prophet painfully grunts and falls to knees]
Archie: *spits out blood* TRAITOR!
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
Archie murdered ex-I.T. Specialist Lilith Swann, Major (ret.) Ozzy 'Oz' Pierson, once Captain Jim Decker, former Executive Kahn Omar and disavowed Brigadier General Jerome 'Prophet' Norton consecutively. And Cristy found Preacher when he was already being thrown in the body truck by Watterson.
Cristy: WILL! NOOOO!
[HBRa3 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
Archie: Touching, Chess Queen! Quite touching!
[Cristy turns around to kill Archie]
[Archie catches Cristy's HBRa3]
[HBRa3 fire]
[Archie palm strikes Cristy's HBRa3 away]
[Cristy equips ATLAS 45 and MTech USA MT-575 Fixed Blade Knife]
[Archie front kicks Cristy's ATLAS 45 away]
[Cristy swings her Fixed Blade Knife]
[Archie parries and dodges Cristy's strikes]
[Cristy yells and tries to stab Archie in the eye]
Archie: *catches Cristy's right hand and Fixed Blade Knife with left hand* Fight to the last breath. *heel kicks and disarms Cristy concurrently* For a glorified cartographer, you are one hell of a trooper. I can see now why I'm in love with ye.
The disavowed female First Lieutenant tried to combat roll to her Fixed Blade Knife, only for Left Hand 4 to catch her, kick her to her right knee, and strangle her unconscious in a headlock.
Archie: *gropes Cristy's breasts with right hand* Oh, I've missed your beautiful tits already, Cristy.
[Cristy chokes and tries to elbow strike Archie]
Archie: I told you you were fucked. Archie told ye.
[Cristy passes out]
[Archie carries Cristy into the body truck]
MISSION FAILED
Throttle
Jonathan and Aurora Irons have unleashed the Manticore virus against the entire First Wave. Preacher, Cristy, Gideon and Joker were spared from the attack because of their inoculation as former ATLAS personnel. But the four of them have lost all their teammates and friends and have been captured.
Chapter 31: Escape Plan Kit
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Explosive Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Temporary Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Magazine Add-on: Extended Mags
Primary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Secondary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Tertiary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Cristy
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Combat Uniform
Top: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Black Crye Precision G4 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Square Eyeglasses
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches
Cormack
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Gideon
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Hand Wear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.A.S. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
AMR9
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Joker
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: F.B.I. Patch, F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Nightfall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Dark Blue Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
KAC Stoner LMG A1
Paint Job: Sandstone
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: Extended Buttstock
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and White
Muzzle: Integral Suppressor
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Backup Sidearm (via Concealed Back Holster):
Springfield Armory TRP Operator 1911
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Emergency Sidearm (via Vest Holster):
Glock 19X
Paint Job: Coyote
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Chaos
Outift:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Coyote Brown Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Scarf
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4A1
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Sidearm:
TTI Glock 34 Combat Master
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Watterson
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Brown Leather Winter Jacket, Gray Turtleneck Sweater
Bottom: Dark Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Brown Leather Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, Green Beret Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Explosive Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Archie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Green Winter Trench Coat, Black Round-Neck Sweater, Black Suit Shirt, Green Necktie
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Red Duckbill Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Silver-Rimmed Round Eyeglasses
Hand Wear: Gray Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, British S.B.S. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Jonathan
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Aurora
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 32: Captured
Chapter Text
While unconscious, Preacher dreams about the important past events of his life and what he will write next in Mitchell's journal back at The Elysium Checkpoint if he ever lives to do so.
Preacher: (narration) I've cheated death many times. Got right up close to it. It was never something I welcomed, but with it comes serenity, a clarity that you'd never expect. You experience the present as the inevitable destination of every step you've taken towards it. And in that same moment, you see a different path stretch out in front of you. The path you could've taken at the first step. We are all on this road together. The good men who fight for wrong causes... and the corrupt men who cloak themselves in righteousness. Each one of them convinced they are on the side of the angels. But every journey has an end... and death can only be cheated for so long. We had thrown everything we had at ATLAS and came up short. Now it was time to pay the price.
Captured
December 18th, 2058 - 14:30:45
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel, ATLAS Corporation - Disavowed
ATLAS Corporation Black Operations Headquarters, Syrian Desert, Iraq
He then gets rudely awakened by a Mercenary waking the unconscious prisoners up and finds that the said prisoners are the ATLAS Employees who tried to defect four hours ago. The only silver lining in this conundrum is Cristy, Gideon and Joker still being alive and near him.
ATLAS Guard 9: *slaps Preacher* HEY! Wake the fuck up!
Preacher: *groans* Gideon. Joker.
Cristy: Will.
Preacher: *looks left* Cristy? *exhales sharply* Thank God you're all still here.
Cristy: Wish I could say the same for Lilith, Oz, Decker, Kahn and Prophet.
Preacher: Oh. I-I'm sorry for being so worthless. I could've—
Cristy: The fault's not on you. No way you could've predicted Watterson and Archie. God knows we tried. *looks around* What the fuck?
Gideon: Stay alert. Any detail could make the difference.
Joker: What is this place, boss?
Gideon: Used to be a research lab. Looks like Jonathan and Aurora... modified it since.
Joker: Research for what?
Gideon: Medical advancements, something like that.
Preacher: Looks like the kind of place ATLAS does its black ops from. Never heard of something like this here.
Cristy: I couldn't get any answers about this when I found it on a random satellite scan. As Lilith used to say, execs do love their secrets.
Gideon: This is it. Only way we survive this is by keeping our heads. Wait for an opportunity.
Preacher: And unless you can use it to your advantage, never pique anyone's interest.
When they are now being thrown in front of the entrance of the installation's prison area, they are surprised to see Cormack there as a POW (Prisoner of War) like them. After learning the current status of the War On ATLAS, they try not to die by keeping quiet and doing whatever the guards and MPs tell them to do for now.
Gideon: Cormack?
Cormack: Gideon. Joker. Preacher. Cristy?
[elevator doors closing]
Cristy: DeSean? How did you end up here?
Cormack: Our air support was wiped out when Manticore hit. I was outside the blast radius, but the Second Wave was surrounded and outgunned. So I drew fire while Chaos and Nightfall hijacked a low-flying Warbird and extracted the wounded.
Preacher: Is there a rescue force coming for us?
Cormack: Downtown New Baghdad is contaminated. We pulled out of the city entirely. I don't think anyone's comin'.
[elevator doors opening]
[ATLAS Guard throws Gideon out]
ATLAS Guard 10: Alright, let's go, guys! Out of the pen! Out of the pen now! *throws Joker out*
ATLAS Guard 11: *throws Cormack out* Move it!
ATLAS MP 1: *points at Preacher and Cristy* Here! Now! Get over here! *pulls Preacher and Cristy in front* Let's go! *pushes Preacher and Cristy* Start walking! Get in line! Eyes forward!
[V-44A flies by]
[ATLAS Employees pleading and crying]
ATLAS Guard 12: What are you looking at? *punches Cormack*
ATLAS MP 2: More coming in.
ATLAS Guard 12: Roger that. C Block, up!
[door opens]
ATLAS Guard 12: Alright, people, through here! Let's pick it up! *pushes Cormack*
[IMR fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[ATLAS Employees screaming in pain]
ATLAS Guard 12: Clear! C Block, locking down!
ATLAS MP 2: (off comms) Get moving! *pushes Joker* (on comms) We got incoming to C6, over.
ATLAS MP 3: That's far enough.
[ATLAS MPs punching Preacher, Cristy, Cormack, Gideon and Joker to their knees]
ATLAS MP 4: Get 'em on the floor.
ATLAS MP 5: Open the chute.
[door opens]
ATLAS MP 3: Opened.
ATLAS MP 5: Wires out.
ATLAS MP 3: Clear.
ATLAS MP 5: Hook 'em up.
[ATLAS MPs hooking and punching Cormack, Gideon and Joker up]
ATLAS MP 1: Have a nice day. *hooks and punches Preacher and Cristy up*
Gideon: Get away from me.
Cristy: Don't make me kick you in the balls.
[ATLAS Scientist sedates Gideon, Preacher, Cristy, Cormack and Joker]
Preacher then finds Cristy, Cormack and himself locked up in stationary body restraints and Gideon and Joker held at gunpoint against the room's bulletproof glass wall after being put to sleep for the second time today. Almost instantly, Jonathan, Aurora and Archie come in to confront them.
[doors opening]
Aurora: We wanted to meet the man whose mission it was to kill us.
Cormack: Our mission was to stop you. *tries to charge at Jonathan and Aurora* But if that meant killing you, I don't think anybody'd be too troubled.
Jonathan: *tsk* Failure is not something we tolerate here at ATLAS, so we're disturbed that four of our best contractors have failed so miserably!
[Archie nods]
Aurora: But, that's the way it has to be. The wheat from the chaff, the strong from the weak. The ancient Spartans knew the true meaning of warfare. But that truth has been lost to us... for two millennia.
Cristy: What of your son, Will?
Preacher: What of the man you both saw as my brother, as another son, Jack? What was he, wheat or chaff?
Jonathan: You and Jack were the victims of the misguided policies of the United States Government.
Preacher: Misguided? Keeping us out of endless, pointless wars is MISGUIDED?!
Aurora: You know damn well that without war, militaries and those who serve them are nothing! We are trying to keep you from being nothing!
Cristy: You've forgotten what selfless service is!
Cormack: Will and many other good Americans are fighting and DYING to make the United States a better place!
Jonathan: Of course, the tragedy is, *equips ATLAS 45* fighting and dying to make the United States a better place doesn't make it as such.
[Aurora equips ATLAS 45]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[Cormack painfully grunts]
Jonathan and Aurora shoot Cormack in the hip and stomach.
Preacher and Cristy: DESEAN!
[Cormack breathes heavily]
Aurora: You're not young, but you are strong, Cormack. So we give you twenty minutes to bleed out. Time enough to consider whether it was all worth it.
Jonathan: And you. The prodigal son returns. We believed in you. We gave you a second chance.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[Cristy painfully grunts]
Preacher: CRISTY! Shit! Shit! SHIT! I'm-I'm-I'm so sorry for everything, Cristy!
Cristy: *groans* It's okay. It's okay. None of this is your fault. You could never hurt me. I got together with you... for love, not your family's perks or all the money and opportunities in the world. *hyperventilates* I love you, William Robert 'Preacher' Irons. *smiles* *sheds tears*
Preacher: I love you too, Cristy Ella 'Chess Queen' Weston. *smiles*
[Jonathan rolls his eyes]
Aurora: Ugh, fucking gross.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Preacher: CRISTY! NOOOO! CRIIISTYYYY! *cries* *screaming in despair* *whimpers*
Aurora: *spits at Cristy's head* *lifts Preacher's head up* You're nothing like Jack.
Jonathan: You're nothing like me... or your grandfather.
[Aurora pushes Preacher's head away]
Archie: Give Cristy a nice, wet kiss in Hell for me, Preacher. *laughs*
[doors closing]
With two synchronized shots to the breasts and then the head, Jonathan and Aurora take former First Lieutenant Cristy Ella 'Chess Queen' Weston away from their own son as their worst punishment for him. But what no one could have expected is the Second Lieutenant quickly putting his sadness aside, getting the attention of the Mercenaries keeping Gideon and Joker secure, and giving them the opportunity they were looking for.
Preacher: *controls breathing* Gideon, Joker, your two guards are all alone! On my mark!
ATLAS Guard 13: HEY! Shut up ov—
Preacher: NOW!
The Master Sergeants overpower their hostile security personnel, break through the bulletproof glass wall, and kill them with their own ATLAS 45s. They then lose their handcuffs and free Preacher and the Major.
Once out of his stationary body restraint, the former rushes to release his late girlfriend.
Preacher: *breath trembling* Go with God and enjoy Heaven, Cristy. I am so playing Love Me Like You Do when I get up there. Until we meet again. *kisses Cristy's forehead* *closes Cristy's eyes*
Joker: I'll carry her too, Preacher. Help Gideon fight. *puts Cristy over his right shoulder*
Preacher: Okay. Cormack. Can you walk?
Cormack: Get Cristy home. Stop Jonathan and Aurora. I'm done.
Gideon: Shut it. We're leaving, ALL of us.
Joker: I got both of 'em.
Gideon: I got rear security. Preacher, make them all pay.
Preacher: Hooah. Stay close and keep quiet.
With Cristy and Cormack in Joker's care and Gideon watching their backs, Preacher leads the way through a sliding door and a hall full of hanging, filled body bags. He then tricks a network access room's personnel into opening the door and kills both the guard and the ATLAS Scientist with the former's ATLAS Combat Knife.
[Preacher knocks on door]
ATLAS Guard 14: Hold on. Coming.
[Preacher kicks door on ATLAS Guard]
ATLAS Guard 14: NO—
[ATLAS Combat Knife hit]
ATLAS Scientist 1: No, please! I'll do whatever you want!
Preacher: What I want all of you to do is die.
ATLAS Scientist 1: PLEASE NO—
[Preacher heel kicks ATLAS Scientist's face in]
Preacher: You look like his size, Gideon. Grab his Exo Suit and Plate Carrier. I'll take his ATLAS 45 and Battle Belt.
Gideon: *wears Specialist Exo Suit and Plate Carrier* *press checks ATLAS 45* Ready.
Preacher: *gives AMR9 to Gideon* Here. *wears Battle Belt* I can pick up another kit if we come across more.
Gideon: *gives ATLAS 45 to Preacher* Alright. On you.
[door opens]
Preacher: The elevator looks like it'll take us out or up to the surface. Standby there.
Gideon: Joker, this way.
Preacher: Yes, we have surface access. Elevator's coming.
[elevator doors opening]
Preacher: Inside, co—
[door opens]
[ATLAS 45 fire]
[alarm blares]
[elevator doors closing]
Preacher: That's it! Lockdown's in place!
Gideon: Standby.
Preacher: There's no time. Get topside, I'll find another way.
Gideon: Damn! Look after yourself, alright?! Get us up, Joker.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Preacher: Underground Security Checkpoint, clear. If I'm right, Gideon and Joker will secure an exfil vehicle of their own. Let's see if I can join them or have to find something for myself.
Past Network Access is an elevator that should take them outside, or at least the surface. So the Second Lieutenant calls it, lets his late girlfriend, the Major and the Master Sergeants go first, and covers them from two Mercenaries who were reacting to the dead Scientist's cries for mercy.
But their already jumpy buddies on the other side of the door they came from sound the alarm and put the entire Prison Area on lockdown, cutting Preacher off from the rest of Task Force Sentinel ft. Cristy. So he has to find another way out on his own, which should be dangerous but not impossible.
Once through the Underground Security Checkpoint, he comes across the News and Information Room. Where he discovers and gathers ATLAS Corporation's next move and the full piece of the electronic bank statements puzzle.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Preacher: Manticore strikes? They're launching ICBMs filled with Manticore on all of us in an hour and twenty minutes?! Shit! Okay, the launch site is back in West Asia Headquarters. We can still stop them.
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Preacher: The black market organ trade? Contacts are the U.N.'s crime syndicates? Tens of billions of dollars in cash? So that's how ATLAS was able to stay afloat after the Second Vietnam War. And why the electronic bank statements were redacted. Guess ATLAS doesn't fire people anymore. They dissect and sell them. Everyone gather around and keep your hands up! Hands up!
[ATLAS 45 fire]
Preacher: (off comms) Wannabe C.I.A. scum! *sets up long-range radio* (on comms) Any callsign on this net, this is Ranger 2-2 in the blind. Do you copy, over?
Kingpin: Ranger 2-2, this is Kingpin. We copy. Thought we lost you, Marine.
Preacher: Power Player and Ace Attorney are conducting a Manticore missile strike on the U.S. in one hour and eighteen minutes and counting. We need to secure or hit ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters. And be advised, Chess Queen, Ranger 1-1, Ranger 2-3, Ranger 2-4 and I are in an ATLAS black ops HQ forty miles east southeast of The Elysium Checkpoint. Get a strike force and a rescue force here. We got harmless ATLAS Employees being rounded and chopped up for their organs. And Ranger 1-1 is in need of immediate medical attention, over.
Kingpin: Copy all, Ranger 2-2. We're seeing what you've just reported. A full strike and rescue force is en route. ETA: ten Mikes, over.
Preacher: Understood. See you topside. Preacher, out.
After executing the nearby Scientists and getting all the recently collected intel out to Kingpin, he continues forward to reach the surface and find the others. He cuts through body refrigeration rooms, organ processing laboratories, and two flights of stairs all the way to the Prison Area's armory, which is where he locates his MORS, XM250, Revolution DI Rifle, Glock 19 Gen 5 and KA-BAR Knife, and acquires some Lethal and Tactical Variable Grenades.
Preacher: Gotta love trips to armories. Huh. Wanted to keep my guns rather than destroy them, I guess.
Watterson: PREACHER! I KNOW YOU'RE IN THERE! I KNOW YOU WANT TO STEAL THIS WARBIRD!
[Preacher grabs his five original weapons and Variable Grenades]
Watterson: YOU WANNA SAVE YOUR FRIENDS OUT THERE?! YOU'RE GONNA HAVE TO GO THROUGH US!
Preacher: Alright, Watterson. You're next on my list.
[Threat Grenade detonation]
[Smoke Grenade detonation]
[Shock Grenade detonation]
[Smart Grenade detonation]
[MORS fire]
[XM250 fire]
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
[KA-BAR Knife hit]
[Glock 19 Gen 5 fire]
On the other side of the Armory's door is the outside, a helipad holding a V-44A Warbird and Watterson and a 15-man ATLAS squad waiting to ambush him. So he opens up with Threat, Smoke, Shock and Smart Grenades and all of his chosen equipment in order to clear the Helipad as quickly as possible.
But it does not matter at the end of the 20-second firefight because Left Hand 2 was just trying to give him false hope as he destroys the Warbird with a Micro Rocket once he learns that all of his men are killed.
[Micro Rocket launches]
[V-44A explodes]
Watterson: I TOLD YOU! YOU CAN'T SAVE—
[EMP Grenade detonation]
Watterson: Argh! Fucking EMP!
[Preacher pulls the A.S.T.'s manual punch out lever]
Watterson: Come on. *looks back* What the fuck?! NO—
[Preacher right crosses and powerslams Watterson]
Watterson: *painfully grunts* *strains* Am I paralyzed?! What the fuck did your punch to the back of my head just do to me?!
A.S.T. AI: Pilot detected. Initiating Neural Connection. Neural Connection successful.
Watterson: No! NO!
[Preacher crushes Watterson's penis and testicles with one stomp]
[Watterson screams in pain]
[Preacher rips Watterson's right leg off]
Watterson: *screaming in pain* Killing me won't—
[Preacher rips Watterson's left leg off and beats him up with it]
[Watterson screams in pain]
[Preacher rips Watterson's left arm off]
Watterson: *screaming in pain* You can't stop—
[Preacher rips Watterson's right arm off and beats him to death with it]
Preacher: Confirmed, target: Watterson, KIA. I'm coming for you, guys.
A.S.T. AI: Calibrating Weapons Systems.
Preacher: In the words of Tom Cruise and my good friend Axel Blackburn, I WILL FUCK YOU UP!
[Preacher charges through a wall]
ATLAS Guard 15: OPEN FIRE!
[IMR fire]
[Bal-27 fire]
[ATLAS Ameli fire]
[AMR9 fire]
[SN6 fire]
[TAC-19 fire]
[NA-45 fire]
[bullets ricocheting]
[Explosive Chain Gun fire]
[Swarm Missiles launching]
[Micro Rocket launches]
[ATLAS Mercenaries painfully grunting]
However, that does not stop the Second Lieutenant from throwing an EMP Grenade at him, physically paralyzing him with a right cross to the back of his head, hijacking his A.S.T., and doing some dissecting of his own. After inflicting irreversible shock, severe blood loss and lethal blunt force trauma, Preacher mercilessly kills Captain Watterson Potts in thirty excruciating seconds.
Then, he punches through walls, Mercenaries, VRAPs and other A.S.T.s like a mechanical, heavily armed Kool-Aid Man. The ride ends ten minutes later after he destroys half of ATLAS Corporation Black Operations Headquarters and busts its main gate open.
When a Mercenary with a Stinger M7 successfully locks on and shoots the Second Lieutenant as he lifts the Main Gate open and gets out. Luckily, the door closes again since nothing or no one is holding it, and the A.S.T.'s heavy armor keeps him alive.
[Stinger M7 fire]
[explosions]
A.S.T. AI: Warning, Hull Integrity compromised. Ejection Sequence initiated.
Preacher: *exhales* Thanks for the help, A.S.T.
And not a moment too soon, the Winslow Accord arrives to raid the installation, and Guardian 5-2, Chaos and Nightfall land at the Main Gate to extract Task Force Sentinel ft. Cristy.
[Hellfires launching]
[explosions]
[Razorback VTOL fire]
[Razorback VTOLs flying by]
[F-52s flying by]
Preacher: YEAH! They actually came!
Gideon: Preacher?! Preacher! You alright?! *helps Preacher up*
Preacher: Yeah, I'm okay. A.S.T. saved my life. *points* There's Chaos and Nightfall!
Joker: Cristy's in Guardian 5-2! Help Cormack with Nightfall!
Preacher: Thank you, John!
Joker: Of course, Will! Last man! *closes door*
Gideon: Let's pray we're not too late.
MISSION COMPLETE
Captured
With Gideon and Joker's help, you have escaped ATLAS Corporation Black Operations Headquarters and are speeding back to New Baghdad to stop the Manticore launch.
Chapter 33: War On ATLAS Third Wave Kit
Chapter Text
Preacher
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Black and Red 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Red-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Silver Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Corpsman Patch, All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Standard Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Exo Suit 2:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
MORS
Scope Add-on: Variable Zoom Scope, Ballistics CPU, Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Issued Bipod
Magazine: 10-Round Detachable Magazine
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
Glock 19 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Miscellaneous:
C4 Explosive Charges
Cormack
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Gideon
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone and Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.A.S. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.K. Flag Patches
Exo Suit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Standard Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Exo Suit 2:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
POF-USA Revolution DI Rifle
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Stock: Mission First Tactical AR-15 Battlelink Minimalist Stock
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Joker
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Field Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: F.B.I. Patch, F.B.I. Hostage Rescue Team Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit 1:
Task Force Sentinel Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: A.S.T.
1st Ability: Standard Chain Gun
2nd Ability: Micro Rockets
3rd Ability: Swarm Missiles
Exo Suit 2:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Stim
Primary:
SIG Sauer XM250
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: SIG Romeo 8T 1x38mm Closed Red Dot Sight w/ SIG Juliet 4X Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Integrated Bipod
Muzzle: SIG SLX Suppressor
Magazine: 200-Round Pouch Magazine
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optic: Red Dot Sight
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Don
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel MARPAT Woodland Uniform Set
Top: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: MARPAT Woodland Crye Precision LV-MBAV Plate Carrier
Belt: MARPAT Woodland Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: MARPAT Woodland Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Balaclava
Eyewear: Sandstone-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Under Barrel: Grenade Launcher
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Nightfall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Dark Blue Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
KAC Stoner LMG A1
Paint Job: Sandstone
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: Extended Buttstock
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and White
Muzzle: Integral Suppressor
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Backup Sidearm (via Concealed Back Holster):
Springfield Armory TRP Operator 1911
Magazine: 10-Round Extended Magazine
Emergency Sidearm (via Vest Holster):
Glock 19X
Paint Job: Coyote
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Chaos
Outift:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Coyote Brown Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Sandstone Scarf
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4A1
Paint Job: FDE
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Sidearm:
TTI Glock 34 Combat Master
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Lennox
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Sandstone Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Sandstone Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: All White U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
HBRa3
Optic: ACOG Scope
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Under Barrel: Laser Sight
Smokejumper
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Multicam MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Multicam Balaclava, White Military Shemagh
Eyewear: Rimless Orange-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Multicam Mechanix Wear FastFit Tactical Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, Australia Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4V7
Paint Job: Cobalt
Optic: Eclan Specter DR Rifle Scope
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M2 MOE
Secondary:
FN MK48 MOD 1
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: M249 Para Rotating Buttstock
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Tertiary:
KAC SR-25
Scope: Leupold Mark 5HD 3.6-18x44mm M5C3 FFP TMR Riflescope
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Backup Optic: Trijicon Backup Red Dot Sight (top of scope)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SR-25 Rifle Suppressor 7.62/.300
Sidearm:
Glock 45
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 19-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Victoria
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Granite B Uniform Set
Top: Granite B Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Shirt
Bottom: Granite B Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Granite B 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Granite B MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: Granite B Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Granite B Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Green Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: White Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, South Korean Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
HK416 A5
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Vertical Foregrip
Stock: Magpul CTR Carbine Stock
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M3 MOE
Sidearm:
Glock 17 Gen 5
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magwell: Tyrant Designs Magwell
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Tyler
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel AOR 1 Desert Uniform Set
Top: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: 2050 Black-Rimmed Gold-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: All White Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Warsport LVOA-C
Paint Job: White
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Muzzle: KAC 5.56mm QDSS NT4 Suppressor
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 5.56 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: White and Dodger Blue
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Chase
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel AOR 1 Desert Uniform Set
Top: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Smith Enterprise Inc. MK14 EBR
Paint Job: Black
Scope: Burris RT-6 1-6x24mm Rifle Scope w/ FastFire 3 Reflex Sight and P.E.P.R. Mount
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: TangoDown Vertical Fore Grip ITI
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Jackson
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel AOR 1 Desert Uniform Set
Top: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Shirt
Bottom: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision G4 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2050 AOR 1 Desert Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2050 Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Engineer Patch, All Black U.S. Flag Patches, DEVGRU Gold Squadron Patch
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
FN MK48 MOD 1
Optic: SPI Infrared X-14 Thermal Rifle Scope
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: FDE
Hightower
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Hooded Combat Shirt
Bottom: Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Coyote Brown 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Dark Blue 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Coyote Brown MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Dark Blue Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Half Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Coyote Brown Mechanix Wear FastFit Tactical Gloves
Patches: Major League Sniper Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Smith Enterprise Inc. MK14 EBR
Paint Job: Black and White
Scope: Primary Arms 1-8x Rifle Scope
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Backup Optic: Trijicon Backup Red Dot Sight
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Sidearm:
SIG Sauer M17
Magazine: 21-Round Extended Magazine
Optical Devices:
ANVIS10 Ground Panoramic Night/Thermal/X-Ray Vision Goggles
Arlington
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Backpack: Multicam MT Military Large Rucksack
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: British S.R.R. Patch, Combined U.S./U.K. Flag Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
FN M249 Para
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: USGI GPS-02 Grip Pod System
Stock: M249 SAW Hydraulic Collapsible Stock
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Secondary:
HK G28
Paint Job: Sandstone
Scope: Schmidt Bender PM II 3-20x50 OEM
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Backup Optic: Aimpoint Micro T-1 Red Dot Sight (top of scope)
Right Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Swiss Pattern Vertical Foregrip and Harris Bipod
Muzzle: SOCOM 762-RC2 Rifle Suppressor
Sidearm:
TTI 2011 Combat Master
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Miscellaneous:
C4 Explosive Charges
Lukas
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Coyote Brown Crye Precision G3 Short Sleeve Combat Shirt
Bottom: Coyote Brown Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Coyote Brown 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Coyote Brown Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Sandstone Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Coyote Brown Balaclava
Eyewear: Black-Rimmed Black-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Alpha Group Patch, Combined U.S./Russia Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
AK-105
Paint Job: Black and Sandstone
Barrel: ZenitCo Sport-1 Kit
Optic: Eclan Specter DR Rifle Scope
Backup Optic: FastFire 3 Reflex Sight (top of scope)
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Stock: 5KU PT-1 AK Telescopic Side Folding Buttstock Gen 2
Secondary:
Cadex Defence CDX-50 Tremor
Paint Job: Hybrid Tan/Black
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Harris Bipod
Magazine: 5-Round CDX-50 Magazine
Bullet: High-explosive Incendiary .50 BMG
Sidearm:
GSh-18 Tactical
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Backup Sidearm (via Concealed Back Holster):
Arsenal Firearms Strike One
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Emergency Sidearm (via Vest Holster):
TTI Pit Viper
Miscellaneous:
C4 Explosive Charges
Fox
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Multicam Uniform Set
Top: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Shirt
Bottom: Multicam Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Footwear: Sandstone 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: Multicam 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Multicam Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Multicam Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: Sandstone Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Hand Wear: Sandstone Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Desert Tech MDRX
Paint Job: White
Optic: EOTech HWS EXPS2 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 25 M118 LR/SR Gen M3 Windowed
Sidearm:
TTI Pit Viper
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Miscellaneous:
C4 Explosive Charges
Axel
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top/Bottom: Dark Blue U.S. Navy SEALs Combat Diver Suit
Knee Guards: Black Recon M22 Tactical Knee Pads
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Black Condor Tactical Cap
Headset: 2025 Black Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Black Balaclava
Eyewear: Rimless Blue-Tinted Oakley Sunglasses, 2025 Black-Rimmed Blue-Tinted Shooter Goggles (mounted on cap)
Hand Wear: Black and Blue Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: Combat Medic Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4V9
Paint Job: Black and Dodger Blue
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 5.56 30-Round Magazine
Secondary:
Benelli M1014
Paint Job: Black
Right Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 7-Round Tubular Magazine
Bullet: Armor-piercing 12 Guage
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and Dodger Blue
Muzzle: Integral Suppressor
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Cavanaugh
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: 2025 Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Dark Blue HexArmor HexBlue PointGuard Ultra 4045 Gloves
Patches: 177th Fighter Wing Jersey Devils Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Warsport LVOA-C
Paint Job: Black
Optic: Trijicon ACOG
Backup Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Backup Red Dot Sight (top of ACOG)
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 5.56 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Abrams
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Columbia Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Bottom: Columbia Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black BlackHawk HellStorm Advanced Tactical Knee Pads V.2
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Olive Drab 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: 2025 Kryptek Raid Ops-Core FAST Carbon High Cut Helmet
Headset: 2025 Green Earmor Tactical M32 Headset
Face Wear: Olive Drab Balaclava
Eyewear: 2025 Black-Rimmed Green-Tinted Shooter Goggles
Hand Wear: Black Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: 10th Mountain Division Patch, U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Naval Surface Warfare Center Crane Division MK14 Mod 0 EBR
Paint Job: Mil Spec and Black
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight w/ G33 Magnifier
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Vertical Foregrip
Fire Modes: Safe, Semi-automatic, Fully-automatic
Secondary:
Barrett M82A3
Paint Job: Sandstone
Scope Add-on: Pulsar KRYPTON FXG50 Thermal/X-Ray Optic Attachment
Right Rail: EOTech On-Gun Laser
Bullet: Armor-piercing .50 BMG
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and Dodger Blue
Hall
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Elbow Guards: Black Rothco Tactical Protective Gear Elbow Pads
Bottom: Dark Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black Rothco Tactical Protective Gear Knee Pads
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Kevlar Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4 ISR
Paint Job: Black
Optic: EOTech 552 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 .300 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Muzzle: SilencerCo Osprey 45
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Morález
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: 2025 Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt (sleeves folded)
Bottom: 2025 Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Dark Blue Mechanix Wear M-Pact Covert Tactical Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
US Ordnance M60E6
Paint Job: Black and Dodger Blue
Optic: SPI Infrared X-14 Thermal Rifle Scope
Right Rail: PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Left Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Issued Vertical Foregrip, Issued Bipod
Magazine: 100-Round Box Magazine
Secondary:
Milkor USA M32A1 MSGL
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Blade
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: 2025 Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Shirt
Bottom: 2025 Dark Blue Crye Precision G3 Combat Pants
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Black Aviator Sunglasses
Hand Wear: Black and Blue Oakley Factory Pilot 2.0 Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Springfield Armory Hellion
Barrel: 16" Barrel
Optic: EOTech EXPS34 Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: Magpul Angled Foregrip
Magazine: Magpul PMAG 30 Gen M3 MOE
Sidearm:
FN Five-seveN USG
Paint Job: Black and Dodger Blue
Bottom Rail: LaserTac CL7-G Green Laser Sight and Tactical Flashlight Combo
Evelyn
Outfit:
Task Force Sentinel Black Ops Uniform Set
Top: Dark Blue UF PRO Delta OL 3.0 Winter Jacket
Elbow Guards: Black Rothco Tactical Protective Gear Elbow Pads
Bottom: Dark Blue 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Knee Guards: Black Rothco Tactical Protective Gear Knee Pads
Footwear: 2025 Black and Blue 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2025 Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: 2025 Black Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Hand Wear: Black Kevlar Gloves
Patches: U.S. Flag Patches
Exo Suit:
Task Force Sentinel Silver and Tan Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Assault
1st Ability: Boost
2nd Ability: Sonics
3rd Ability: Grapple
4th Ability: Land Assist
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
Daniel Defense M4 ISR
Paint Job: Black
Optic: EOTech 552 Green Holographic Sight
Top Rail: EOTech PEQ-15 IR Aiming Laser
Right Rail: Hi-Point 995 Tactical LED Flashlight
Bottom Rail: M203 Grenade Launcher
Magazine: Hexmag Series 2 .300 30-Round Magazine
Sidearm:
FN X-45 Tactical
Paint Job: Black
Optic: Trijicon RMR Dual-Illuminated Green Dot Sight
Muzzle: SilencerCo Osprey 45
Bottom Rail: SureFire X400 Ultra MasterFire
Magazine: 20-Round Extended Magazine
Miscellaneous:
RQ-11 Raven
Kane
Outfit:
C.I.A. Special Activities Center Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Gray Sleeveless Fitness Hoodie
Bottom: 2050 Black Crye Precision G4 Female Fit Combat Pants
Footwear: 2050 Black 5.11 Ranger Tactical Shoes
Kit: 2050 Olive Drab Crye Precision Jumpable Plate Carrier 2.0
Belt: 2050 Olive Drab Molle Battle Belt
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Face Wear: Black Winslow Accord Scarf
Hand Wear: Black Oakley Half Finger Gloves
Primary:
Locus
Scope Add-on: Thermal Optic Attachment (behind the scope), Ballistics CPU
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Secondary:
Kuda
Optic: Reflex Sight
Grip: Foregrip
Magazine Add-on: Fast Mag
Sidearm:
Strife
Optic: Reflex Sight
Bottom Rail: Laser Sight I
Archie
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Clandestine Uniform Set
Top: Green Winter Trench Coat, Black Round-Neck Sweater, Black Suit Shirt, Green Necktie
Bottom: Coyote Brown 5.11 Tactical Taclite Pro Pants
Footwear: Black 5.11 Combat Boots
Kit: Black 5.11 TactTec Plate Carrier
Belt: Black Molle Battle Belt
Headgear: Red Duckbill Cap
Headset: Black Wireless Earpiece w/ Camera Attachment
Eyewear: Silver-Rimmed Round Eyeglasses
Hand Wear: Gray Cotton Fingerless Gloves
Patches: ATLAS Corporation Patches, British S.B.S. Patch
Exo Suit:
ATLAS Corporation Black Generation 2 Exo Suit
Type: Specialist
1st Ability: Riot Shield
2nd Ability: Overdrive
3rd Ability: Cloak
4th Ability: Grapple
5th Ability: Stim
Primary:
ATLAS Ameli
Right Rail: Laser Sight
Grip: Quickdraw Grip
Fire Mode Add-on: Rapid Fire
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Jonathan
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Aurora
Outfit:
ATLAS Corporation Executive Uniform
Sidearm:
ATLAS 45
Chapter 34: Terminus
Chapter Text
15:15:43, The Elysium Checkpoint, Syrian Desert, Iraq, 1 Hour and 5 Minutes to Manticore Launch, Guardian 5-2 flies at full afterburner to get Cormack back to base for proper medical care. But despite Preacher and Nightfall's best efforts to keep him alive, the Major believes that he needs to get out of the way so that the Second Lieutenant, Gideon and Joker can stop Jonathan and Aurora.
Guardian 5-2: Touchdown.
Preacher: Thanks, Guardian 5-2. Come on, Cormack. We're almost there. Up we go. *tries to carry Cormack*
Cormack: *screaming in pain* No! Stop! Stop! Stop! Please, *breathes heavily* no more. No more.
Gideon: Come on, mate. It's not much further.
Cormack: *grabs Gideon's right arm* Don't let me stop you. Save America. Make Jonathan... Aurora... and ATLAS... pay.
Preacher: Cormack, please!
Cormack: I've always been proud to have you in Sentinel Team... Will. *lets go of Gideon's hand* (the last breath)
[Preacher closes Cormack's eyes]
Major DeSean Cormack succumbs to his gunshot wounds and passes away. As Chaos and Nightfall preserve his and Cristy's remains in body bags, Kane has the nerve to ask a somewhat necessary but insensitive question to Task Force Sentinel.
But no Task Force Sentinel Operator paid much attention to her, even the Second Lieutenant.
Kane: Please tell me those are Power Player and Ace Attorney.
Nightfall: No. Cormack and Cristy.
Kane: Cormack and who again?
Nightfall: Weston, you dumb, arrogant bitch!
Kane: Whatever! At least you FUBAR'd (Fucked Up Beyond All Recognition) the targets, right?! Right?!
Joker: So what now?
Kane: HEY! Did you kill Power Player and Ace Attorney?!
Preacher: Now we finish this. We're the only ones who can stop Manticore and kill ATLAS and my parents.
Kane: Oh, you gotta be fucking shitting me! With Manticore still in New Baghdad, it'll be the three of you against the largest, most technologically advanced military in the world! It's suicide! And I joined an accord, not a suicide pack!
Preacher: The Special Agent may be right, but it's what we do. For those who can't stop an organization this evil with this much power themselves.
Joker: For everything we hold so dear.
Gideon: Besides, it's what DeSean would've done.
Kane: Well, good luck! *angry snarl* At least tell me you got a plan! Do you?!
[Preacher, Gideon and Joker nod at each other]
Gideon: Just one.
Terminus
December 18th, 2058 - 14:00:33
2ndLt. Will 'Preacher' Irons
Task Force Sentinel
New Baghdad, Iraq
Exo Type:
A.S.T.
Standard Chain Gun: Activated
Micro Rockets: Activated
Swarm Missiles: Activated
Preacher: (narration) It was a plan only Gideon, Joker and Preacher coulda come up with. A frontal assault on ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters using three spare A.S.T.s we found back at The Elysium Checkpoint. Remote-controlled Razorback VTOLs would fly us in. After that, we'd be on our own.
14:00:33, ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters, New Baghdad, Iraq, 15 Minutes to Manticore Launch, three remotely controlled Razorback VTOLs fly the only good guys immune to Manticore back into New Baghdad and clear a path to their DZ as a contingency third wave in the War On ATLAS.
[F-52s fly by]
Kingpin: Kingpin to Ranger 1, we are still detecting high levels of contamination in the city. We will not be able to get ground forces to assist you at this time, over.
Preacher: Roger that, Kingpin. We'll make do. Ranger 1, out.
Joker: ATLAS coming in on Dive Boats and VRAPs!
Gideon: Let's introduce ourselves, Ranger Team!
Preacher: Open fire!
[Standard Chain Gun fire]
[Micro Rockets launching]
[Swarm Missiles launching]
[explosions]
Guardian 5-2: Guardian 5-2, clearing a path.
Guardian 5-3: Guardian 5-3, engaging.
Guardian 5-4: Guardian 5-4, lighting 'em up.
[Razorback VTOL fire]
[Hellfires launching]
Once at the designated landing spot that should be near the installation's sewage access, Preacher, Gideon and Joker prepare to go into the river.
Preacher: Ranger 1, all ports sealed. Ready to submerge.
Gideon: Ranger 2, all ports sealed. Ready to submerge.
Joker: Ranger 3, all ports sealed. Ready to submerge.
Guardian 5-2: Copy all, Ranger Team. Disengaging transport.
[splash]
[filtered breathing]
[sonar]
Preacher: Ranger 1 to Kingpin, we're subsurface. Approaching Sewage Access, over.
Kingpin: Roger, 1. Be advised, we will be forced to strike West Asia Headquarters if you are unable to stop the launch. We'll risk further Manticore contamination, but it will be our only option. If you don't think you can stop it, get the hell outta there, over.
Preacher: Understood, thanks for the heads up. Ranger 1, out. There's the grate. Ready Micro Rockets.
Gideon: Set.
Joker: Good to go.
Preacher: Pop it.
[Micro Rockets launching]
[explosions]
Preacher: Good effect. Move in.
ATLAS PA: Security breach in Sewage Access! All units, converge on Sector 4 immediately!
Joker: Be ready for a welcoming committee.
A.S.T. AI: Swarm Missiles ready. Rocket ready. Main Gun ready.
ATLAS PA: Unauthorized personnel in Sector 4! Repeat, unauthorized personnel in Sector 4!
Joker: Let's do it!
[Standard Chain Gun fire]
[Swarm Missiles launching]
[Micro Rockets launching]
[explosions]
Inside ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters itself, the route they have taken will lead to the launch pad of this particular ICBM known as the Control Missile. The Control Missile is the link to all other active ICBMs in the group with access to their available actions such as launch, detonation and abortion.
As an installed contingency measure, if the Control Missile gets taken out or disabled, the other ICBMs will cease all activity and shut down. And that is Ranger Team's plan as they mow their way to the silo's exhaust vent after finding out that their target is protected by ballistics and blast resistant windows.
ATLAS PA: Cargo Loading in progress. Launch in T minus 10 minutes.
Joker: Fuck, that's some strong glass!
Preacher: Silo's exhaust vent it is then! Down the stairs!
Gideon: Roger. They got A.S.T.s of their own! Watch yourselves!
They smash enemy defensive squads, evade Stinger M7s and MAHEMs, and outmaneuver and destroy hostile A.S.T.s all the way to the Exhaust Vent in five minutes. But in the event of a present threat to the Control Missile before launch, the people and the mainframe behind it have an emergency measure to play once Preacher, Gideon and Joker get in.
ATLAS PA: Cargo Loading complete. Launch in T minus 5 minutes.
Preacher: There's the Exhaust Vent's service hatch. Let's pull it open.
[hatch opens]
Preacher: Don't forget to slow down while falling and get out of the drop zone upon impact.
[metallic screeches]
[metallic clangs]
ATLAS PA: Security breach in the Silo! Emergency Launch Protocol initiated.
Gideon: The emergency measure is launching the missiles ahead of schedule! We gotta move!
Preacher: *signals to move up* Go! Go!
ATLAS PA: Beginning Control Missile Launch in 5, 4, 3, 2, 1.
[Control Missile engine starts]
Preacher: Brace yourselves!
Joker: A.S.T.s can handle this kind of punishment, guys! Keep pushing!
Preacher: There it is! HIT IT WITH EVERYTHING YOU'VE GOT!
[Swarm Missiles launching]
[Micro Rockets launching]
[Standard Chain Gun fire]
Preacher: THAT'S IT! KEEP FIRING!
[Control Missile engine stops]
Gideon: THAT'S IT!
ATLAS PA: Control Missile offline. Launch aborted. Repeat, launch aborted.
Joker: *coughs* Just in time. My A.S.T.'s comin' apart.
Gideon: Mine as well.
Preacher: Yep, same. Hit you manual punch outs and grab your guns. We still have three HVTs to kill.
Joker: Huge step, Lieutenant. You sure you can do this?
Preacher: I'm sure. Can't allow them to rebuild or let our fallen go unavenged.
Gideon: Roger that, sir. On you.
Preacher: *points* Over there. Let's climb back up.
Now that America is safe from Manticore, Ranger Team proceeds to turn every inch of ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters upside-down hunting for Jonathan, Aurora and Archie. They clear out the corporate first half of the complex and find no primary target but the Mercenaries who were filling the roles the ATLAS Employees abandoned.
With Preacher using his Glock 19 Gen 5 most of the time because he knows that home stretches cannot afford mistakes. So, using his sidearm is playing it safe, despite his capability to use his MORS like a DMR.
Joker: Guess the combat effective had to do the AWOL Employees' jobs!
Gideon: More coming in! They know we're here!
Preacher: Clear 'em out! No survivors!
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
[XM250 fire]
[Glock 19 Gen 5 fire]
Preacher: Clear for now. Let's restock and move on.
Fifteen minutes of cleaning up the entire Corporate First Half, they move on to the Tactical Second Half of ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters. Only to find it way less populated and darker than expected.
And now that Manticore has dissipated, Kingpin gives some good news.
Joker: Lights out ahead. NODs down.
Kingpin: Ranger Team, this is Kingpin. Third Wave forces are converging. City defenses are breaking. ATLAS and Iraqi troops are collapsing. We need to know the status of that launch, over.
Preacher: Roger that, Kingpin. The Manticore Launch is aborted. I say again, Manticore Launch is aborted. Copy that, over?
[static]
Preacher: Kingpin, come in, over.
[static]
Preacher: Kingpin, are you receiving, over?
[static]
Gideon: Dammit, someone or something jammed us. We need to sweep faster. They're going to hit the AO any minute.
The penultimate stop of this search is the Military Infrastructure Server Floor, where they find the comms jammer blocking unauthorized signals and the surprise of a lifetime.
Preacher: Here's the Military Infrastructure Server Floor. We sweep this and then the Rooftop Terrace. If they're not here or there, we RTB and track them down tomorrow.
Joker: Comms jammer at 11 o'clock, it's on. If we can get to it, I can shut it off.
Gideon: Where is that—
[lights turn on]
Jonathan: Hello, Will.
Preacher: Concentrate fire!
[Glock 19 Gen 5 fire]
[Revolution DI Rifle fire]
[XM250 fire]
[bullets hitting]
Aurora: Nice try, boys.
[Jonathan activates System Hack]
Preacher: System Hack! Don't lose aim!
Joker: I can't move!
Gideon: I'm out of ammo!
Preacher: I still got some! Hang on! *struggling*
[door opens]
Aurora: You rely too much on those things.
Joker: Your precious city and base are falling! It's OVER!
Aurora: What we have started won't end with us. It's bigger than us, and it's certainly bigger than you!
Archie: *takes and keeps Preacher's Glock 19 Gen 5* One of the perks of being black ops, mate.
Jonathan: You think we're monsters? That's only because you don't have the conviction to do what's necessary.
Preacher: Necessary? The attack on our home?! Unleashing Manticore?! KILLING MILLIONS OF INNOCENT PEOPLE?!
Jonathan: We're saving humanity from extinction! When there's no United States left to challenge ATLAS and the world, there will be no more wars. If you Americans really wanted truth, justice and freedom, then you would let your cancerous existence go. There had to be sacrifices along the way.
Gideon: Yeah. Twisted fucks throughout history have used the same argument.
[explosion]
Gideon: They don't know we stopped the launch. They'll bring this entire building down on top of you!
Jonathan: *points ATLAS 45 at Preacher* We could have killed you along with that bitch whore you call your girlfriend. We could kill you now! But we won't! *lowers ATLAS 45* We're not monsters.
Archie: Fuck Cristy in Hell for me, Will! *laughs*
Preacher: (quietly) If they're leaving, they have an escape plan. Gotta remove our Exos.
[Specialist Exo Suit turns off]
Preacher: Okay, now yours. *tries to release Gideon's Exo Suit* What?! Reboot for one minute?! *tries to release Joker's Exo Suit* Shit! Yours too?!
[explosions]
Gideon: There's no time. If they get away, this would've all been for nothing!
Joker: Go get 'em! NOW!
Preacher: *nods* Stay safe, guys.
With Gideon and Joker stuck in place for one minute, Preacher readies his MORS and goes on to stop Jonathan, Aurora and Archie, who are trying to escape in mere seconds. The Second Lieutenant slides through two closing titanium doors painted white for deception, but the third and last one that leads to the Rooftop Terrace Balcony saves his parents' lives from a clear shot.
So Preacher runs up a staircase behind him, scans both sides of the hallway up top, sticks a C4 Explosive Charge to the ceiling, sets his railgun's Bipod down, goes prone, and lines up Jonathan, Aurora and their incoming V-44A Warbird. But before he can shoot through the heavily reinforced but not bulletproof window, there is still one more loose end monologuing behind him before killing him.
Archie: Oh, Preacher, Preacher, Preacher.
[Preacher slightly looks back]
Archie: And I thought you were the perfect—
[C4 Explosive Charge detonation]
[Archie painfully grunts]
Ranger 1/Right Hand 9 kills Sergeant Major Archie Hynd in the same way he counter flanked him before. He then shoots Jonathan and Aurora's exfil down by killing the pilots and puts their lives on the palm of his hand.
[MORS fire]
[V-44A crashes]
[explosions]
Jonathan: NO!
Aurora: *looks back* NO! *gets behind Jonathan* WILL, NO! YOU CANNOT KILL US! WE ARE NOT SURRENDERING, BUT YOU STILL CANNOT KILL US! WE ARE YOUR PARENTS! I AM YOUR FATHER'S ALIBI! GOD FORBID!
[explosions]
[MORS fire]
Jonathan: AURIE!
[MORS fire]
Jonathan: AURORA NOOOO! *holds Aurora* *cries* *screaming in despair*
After disregarding the defense, Will assassinates Aurora Irons by rapidly shooting her breasts, subsequently separating her chest up from her midsection down, and taking her head off even though the first two shots already killed her.
Jonathan: *looks up* WILL! WHYYY?! WHY WOULD YOU KILL YOUR OWN MOTHER FOR SOME U.S. ARMY LOGISTICS SLUT?! SHE'S NOT EVEN FAMILY! ARE YOU GONNA KILL ME AND THE COMPANY NEXT?! WHAT FOR, WILL?! YOUR MOTHER AND I GAVE YOU A SECOND CHANCE! THE U.S. MILITARY WILL NEVER ACCEPT YOU AGAIN! I AM ALL YOU'VE GOT!
[MORS fire]
Jonathan: *painfully yells* WIIIIIIIIIIILL!
[MORS fire]
Preacher finishes Jonathan Irons with two railgun-powered .50 BMGs to the stomach and a final one to the head, exploding it entirely, destroying ATLAS Corporation in the process. Then, Gideon and Joker regroup on him after disabling the comms jammer and telling Kingpin to stop the Winslow Accord missile strike on ATLAS Corporation West Asia Headquarters.
Gideon: Will?
Preacher: Confirmed, targets: Power Player, Ace Attorney and Archie, KIA. *looks at Archie's dead corpse* If you're gonna shoot, shoot. Don't talk. *takes Glock 19 Gen 5 back*
Joker: For Knox.
Gideon: For Cormack.
Preacher: And for Cristy.
Preacher: (narration) Jonathan and Aurora gave Will and I a second chance... and we gave it back. They thought they could solve the world's problems. If they did have the answer, they took it with them to the graves.
Once they secure their HVTs' remains and get to the Rooftop Terrace Balcony, the rest of the Third Wave, which consists of Don, Nightfall, Chaos, Guardian 5-2, Guardian 5-3, Guardian 5-4, Lennox, Smokejumper, Victoria, Tyler, Chase, Jackson, Command Sergeant Major Larson Tendo 'Hightower' Molina, Sergeant Major Everest Arlington, First Sergeant Lukas Glazkov, Master Sergeant Catherine Fox, Lieutenant Commander Axel Blackburn, Commander Robert Cavanaugh, Lieutenant Commander John Abrams, Commander Finlay Hall, Command Master Chief Petty Officer Rafael Morález, Master Chief Petty Officer Alan Blade and Commander Evelyn Hall, arrive to extract Ranger Team. As well as to be there for Preacher.
Preacher: Ah, there they are. *gasps* No way. *smiles* Hey, guys!
Don: Hey, Will!
Chaos: Hey, Will!
Lennox: Hey, Will!
Smokejumper: Hey, Will!
Victoria: Hey, Will!
Gold Squadron: Hey, Will!
SCAR Team: Hey, Will!
Task Force Mako: Hey, Will!
Joker: We figured they'd be here for you, Will.
Gideon: Just like us, Will.
Preacher: Thank you, all of you, for being here for me. I *sniffles* can't thank you all enough.
All: Always, Will.
Chaos: You were there for them during their darkest hours. Now they're here for yours.
December 23rd, 2058 - 14:00:34, Arlington National Cemetery, Virginia, United States of America, all of Task Force Sentinel and the U.S. Army Logistics Branch hold a funeral for Cristy, Cormack, Knox, Lilith, Oz, Decker, Kahn and Prophet and bury them next to Right Hand Squadron, Mitchell and Ilona. With Commander Beatrice Ameera 'Beratrix' Crosby (Sydney Sweeney), Commander Patrick 'Falcon' McCawley, Commander Thom Pierson 'Thompson' Kerns, Commander Sophia 'Stash' Jameson, Captain Seth Kyle 'Sky Hunter' Huntington, the rest of VFA-51, and some Royal Australian Air Force and Republic of Korea Air Force fighters conducting the Missing Man Flyover Formation.
[Taps plays]
U.S. Soldier: Ready! Aim! Fire!
[M16A5 fire]
[Task Force Sentinel salutes]
[U.S. Army Logistics Branch salutes]
[F-44s fly by]
[F-52s fly by]
On the following day, Preacher finishes Mitchell's journal and anonymously publishes it under his late best friend's name with the title: Advanced Warfare. Since it thoroughly explains the Second Vietnam War, the continuation of the Korean War, the War on the Korean Vietnamese Army, the Nuclear Terrorist Attacks of the K.V.A., and the War On ATLAS, it becomes a bestseller worldwide and nets the Second Lieutenant hundreds of billions of dollars overnight.
And Preacher never did it for the money, as he only sees it as a minor result of sharing Mitchell's story. But rather to ensure that his late best friend's life is remembered, to let The American People know what they have been through and accomplished in the last six years, and to add to America's ever-changing history in order to keep the bad ones from being repeated.
As Second Lieutenant Will 'Preacher' Irons quietly and humbly saves his earnings and disappears into the shadows with Don, Gideon and Joker. Ready and waiting to defend the United States of America from enemies at home and abroad under Task Force Sentinel, which is under the full control of Kingpin and out of the C.I.A.'s reach.
The photographs that fade in at the end are those of Sentinel Team after the Korean War, Right Hand Squadron after Operation Lasso (Traffic), Will and Cristy's Friend Circle ft. Prophet, Task Force Sentinel before the New Baghdad deployment, and Preacher and Cristy's last photo together.
Achievement Unlocked:
Trial By Money
Description:
Despite having all the spotlights, stars, gold, and the whole world in your hands, you gave them up to fight for what is right against your corrupted family's wishes, wealth and opportunities.
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