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Post by Oberst on Dec 19, 2019 18:23:12 GMT -6
Shortly after his meeting with the chairman of Mars, the Devil Raiders mercenaries were sent a very special piece of gear to take on their new mission. The AMA-100 Zodiac certainly resembled a battleship with a size to match. Only the mighty Bayern was of a comparable size. The Martian flagship being currently assigned to escorting this impressive mobile armor to the edge of their controlled airspace. 23 year old Fumiko Aika had been given the privilege to command this behemoth of a mobile weapon. She would spend most of the time on her journey getting acquainted with all these complicated systems that required more attention than the average mobile suit she was used to. The Zodiac wasn't exactly a newtype weapon platform which meant she had to keep an eye on the manual interface. Luckily, it had enough weaponry to keep a federation battle group at bay, a capability that would certainly come in handy for the up coming mission. By some miracle, their intelligence system had found out the Federation had a stash of nuclear weapons on an installation at side 1. Security was certainly tight and there would be no margin for error. Alongside the impressive mobile armor, Lucius had also been given a pair of captured mobile suits- a Rezel and D type Jegan of recent model. The IFF hadn't been compromised which meant that if used cleverly could get past naive patrols. It wasn't a fool proof plan and the smallest mistake could lead to a tragic end.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Dec 19, 2019 18:48:52 GMT -6
Oddly for this unique operation Lucius instead of entering into his "new" prototype, he instead climbed into the Rezel with an Earth Force's special forces pilot uniform trying his best to blend in before sliding his mask down. The mighty Bayern itself was further away from the battle as he radios to the rest of the fleet in his usual voice. "This is Commander Marcus Smith of the Raiders... our Mission is simple to gather the Nuclear warheads and bring them to the protective container. This mission will be done in two teams. I will personally lead the first force to sneak into the base itself and capture the weapon before we send out a coded transmission." He explained doing his best moral rising voice in the intercom before they began.
"The Team 2nd lead by Fumiko will be provided fire support as well as our ticket in. We will simulate a battle on the outskirts of the base to confuse the defenders. After we get their attention they will signal the retreat with our "Zeon" Forces breaks off to the Bayern for Stage 2. Once the warhead is gathered in our grasp! We will then exit out of the base to link up with the remainder of the fleet before fleeing the system." He taken a deep breath as many things could go wrong but he was completely confident in this plan as it was extremely bold even by his standards.
His voice roars out once more before saying out loud in a proud heroic display. "we do this mission correct and without failure, we will be one step closer to restoring a degree of pride to Zeon and potentially get rich in the process. Team 1 will deploy first and the 2nd Team will deploy in 15 minutes afterward before the Mock Battle begins! Good hunting and Let's kick ass!" He said before closing the communications as he gripped onto the controls of his Rezel as it transforms into fighter mode before flying off into space along with the D-Type Jegan suits that carried the same Special Forces markings.
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Post by Oberst on Dec 19, 2019 20:00:07 GMT -6
" Everyone, you better stay the hell out clear of my line of fire. If preferable don't be anywhere near us in the first place." Fumiko would have to be careful not to smash any friendlies with the Zodiac's prominent fore end. Being in command of an over compensatory device of this magnitude was enough to put a mild frown on her otherwise gleeful everyday expression.
" And I thought the Doven Wolves rifle was explicit. Holy shit!" The blue haired pilot gasped in awe, safely clad in her own normal suit. Helmet on and with the visor down. As they ventured into Federation territory it was likely they would be running into interceptors this close to one of their bases.
The Federation installation was still far into the distance and this would be a long flight. The Zodiac was large enough to act as their own resupply ship, certainly not lacking the space to fit extra fuel tanks along with the necessary refueling hose with enough to supply everyone in both groups on the way in and out. A tight and organized schedule having already been provided by Fumiko herself. Paperwork was easy, dodging enemy fire on a machine the size of a small moon not so much. Thankfully it was supposed to have some mean emergency boosters on.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Jan 9, 2020 19:17:12 GMT -6
-A few minutes later-
After deploying the space hulk of the destroyed Clop-class battleship from one of the wreckage fields that was released from the cargo hold of the Bayern's cargo hold before it was launched out. After being released and left to drift in space the hulk of a shift drifts for a while before the dark blue Rezel and the two D-type Jegans begin to appear to be nearby the wreckage of a ship as they were using it for cover briefly before firing some beams out from the guns of the Rezel while the other two acted as support protecting him. Speaking in a much deeper voice that carries a slight southern accent to his tone, he sends out a loud 'SOS' signal to the nearby bases and other federation channels.
"This is Special Forces Commander 'Alexander Thompson'...! We are under attack! Mars Zeon Forces, are attacking us during an ambush destroying our ship! The Alexandra was Destroyed!! We were en-route to Side 1 on a Special mission From Ronan himself! Copy! We need support on the double!! PLEASE!" He painted his words carried the frightening tones of a panicking man near death in broadcasting his last signal and looping the message on all signals. He returned to the battle even though this was a Mock battle, Lucius still wanted to make it look convincing using his missiles to fire at the nearest Zaku forces in the area.
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Post by Oberst on Jan 18, 2020 5:55:06 GMT -6
Fumiko's Zodiac would remain hidden on the shoal zone, not wanting to make her presence known until the time was right. This massive mobile armor was certainly going to be their ticket out of a hot pursuit that would most likely ensue afterwards. Right now the script dictated restrain, allowing Lucius plan to work as intended.
Soon enough he'll get call back from a Federation EWAC Jegan, requesting a more formal ID. It was a very tense situation but in the end a pair of Zeta Plus were deployed to assist and guide Lucius Rezel back to the supply base where their price was located. Within the next hour he would be arriving at their destination: an asteroid base with an squadron of cruisers docked in. This was no doubt an important facility for the Federation forces operating near Martian airspace and was understandably well defended and stocked enough to outlast whatever siege the Martians attempted to lift.
Lucius fake identity was backed up by believable IDs given to him by their intelligence assets which allowed him to pass undetected. Now the real challenge begun since those nuclear war heads where being stored behind several security filters of the highest level. Only the garrison commander had authorization to request them and even then it was only with orders from the top brass.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Jan 22, 2020 22:18:27 GMT -6
Lucius under the guise of the 'Alexander Tompson' Persona held a suitcase in his hand, that was handcuffed onto his arm, his Special Forces Earth Federation pilot suit, upon sliding the helmet up onto his back. He slowly climbed out of his battered Rezel as he slowly climbed out of the cockpit. After leaping out of the suit, he slowly made his way to the command deck in a professional manner.
He had completely forged ID and the suitcase inside contacted direct orders from the 'Rear General' Ronan Mahoney to take the 'Alexandra' Chop-Class Ship and her crew to the base to prepare transportation of a shipment of nuclear warheads to prepare for a potential attack of Mars. Special Agent Thompson was tasted to oversee the safe transfer of the missiles personally and send back to his ship. The handwritten orders were 'of course' forged by a talented forger for a hefty fee after nearly a whole month of preparing the official letter, even including official seal stamp.
After asking for directions and saluted though that passed by with a politely as he stepped through the hall before finally making his way to the commander of the base's door, with a firm knock on it he awaited entry before speaking up. "I'm looking for the Garrison commander. I am 'Alexander Tompson' on orders on behalf of Rear General Mahoney." He stated in a calm clear voice with his hands at his side with the right one holding the handle of the briefcase awaiting his word to enter.
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Post by HeadlessSeeker on Jan 25, 2020 9:26:20 GMT -6
The door to the Commander's would open after a moment. Lucius would have been able to hear a shuffle and some foot steps before an older woman, more then likely in her fifties opened the door. Commander Sonia Lortie with a casual expression looked at the younger man before giving a simple smile."Look at you, stood all at attention before I even open the door. Please come in." she would say before going back into her office and taking a seat behind her desk."I am Commander Lortie. I think i heard that you have orders from... Mahoney?"she said making a finger pyramid as she looked upon the younger man."It's Ronan right? How is the old guy doing? Though oddly... I heard he transfered from the Ground Forces to Navy?" she raised an eyebrow."Why you calling him General?" she asked before sitting up straight, a brief lazy glance at the brief case before looking up at Lucius. Another thing to note about her, was the fact that she was wearing the uniform and insignia of Londo Bell.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Jan 25, 2020 9:49:57 GMT -6
With a low chuckle an apologetic look on his face he straighten up and saluted her. "Apologies, force of habit we had some deals in the past. My name is 'Alexander Thompson.' And currently he is leading a fleet to attempting to remove the threat of Zeon Mars before they rise again. I was given this suitcase and orders to give it to the commander of this base." After filling in the details with his current events, he tried to keep professional as he spoken. Removing the briefcase he soon unlocked it before placing it gently onto her desk before stepping away.
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Post by HeadlessSeeker on Jan 25, 2020 10:00:58 GMT -6
Sonia simply smiled gently as she looked at at Lucius as he maintained his apparently professional behavior."That is a nice name. Your mother picked a good one." she would say with a brief pause."You must be tired. It is a long journey to and from Mars. Please, i do insist that you ave a seat." she would say before reaching to the side. A plastic container with a cloth tied over it."I made these fresh today." she said almost sweetly before opening it and placing it on her desk. It was full of home made sugar cookies."A young strong man like you as to keep up their energy." she would say before she began to go through the contents of the brief case. She was clearly reading it very slowly."Ah, so you worked with him prior to his transfer?" she asked with a light smile."What sorts of missions did he send you on down in South America?" she asked seemingly innocently."There are some wonderful sights down there as well..."
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Post by Knightcalibur on Jan 25, 2020 14:40:03 GMT -6
With a polite nod, he walked over to the chair before sitting across from her on the seat.
"No thank you for the cookies. I've had quite a rough day and I don't want to overdo it with sweats." He dismissed with a relaxing grace as he takes a reliefed deep breath before slipping back in the comfortable chair.
He looked with surprise at the question before relying with a grin after listening to her. "He did in South America? I met him in southern Asia campaign before my transfer to my former post. That was before we were assisted to the 'Admiral' fleet to strike at Mars itself." He explained as casually trying to be as clear as possible for her when his eyes saw something.
It was oddest thing happened, he felt himself drifting in space. His mind saw through the station as his eye gazed at a nebula dancing around their feet.
When he finally shaken his head as a mild migraine begins to spread as he takes a deep breath before turning attention back to her. "He said the contents are for your eyes only and wants to keep it quiet from Zeon..." He finished as he felt himself tired suddenly, not enough to faint or fall asleep but his senses felt tired..
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Post by HeadlessSeeker on Jan 25, 2020 15:28:42 GMT -6
Sonia raised an eyebrow at the dismissal of her sugar cookies, but she wouldn't push the issue. Also, there was that odd grin that he gave her. Though, what he said afterwards was most curious."Did I say South America? Slip of the tongue." she said with a shrug."Though that is interesting... A Campaign you say? Was it against Zeon remnants?" she asked him."How was Thailand by the way? Settled down there now?" she asked as she casually flipped through the orders a little more. They certainly looked correct.
"You alright?" she asked after seeing him stare off at nothing before shaking his head.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Jan 26, 2020 9:16:46 GMT -6
Lucius nods politely as he rubs his chin thinking for a moment attempting to gather himself. "From what I heard Thailand has recovered. Also yes... I'm.. fine I've just been through alot.. my crew and friends.. I do remember him being in the American one but we only briefly met... once again" He said drifting away a bit looking at his hands a bit sad.
He begun to get curious as he stared at the base commander With a smile trying to fight back tears. "By the way... You can call me 'Alex' if it helps.." He politely offered as his nails were digged into his right palm getting slightly nervous..
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Post by HeadlessSeeker on Jan 26, 2020 11:30:00 GMT -6
Sonia simply smiled with a tilt of her head."Well Alex, you are certainly a reliable young man. Especially if Ronan trusted you with this duty." she said with a nod."Well, I dont think I will keep you any longer." she would say before taking out a pen and signing the orders."Go and give Zeon a pounding for me. Also, tell the old man i said hi." she said before handing the orders back."They are going to be in the red marked unit. Hand this to the ordnance supply officer."
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Post by Oberst on Jan 26, 2020 12:48:40 GMT -6
Meanwhile several miles away...
It had been approximately 30 minutes since Lucius had gone inside the Asteroid. According to their rehearsed plan this was the right time for Fumiko to begin with the diversion. It would certainly be impossible to miss the Zodiac's radar signature as it approached the asteroid facility sensor network at what was no doubt combat speed. It's fore end opened up, revealing a charging mega particle gun that dwarfed the one seen in most capital ships.
Fumiko set the sights on part of the asteroid defenses, firing a concentrated beam that would no doubt alert everyone of their presence.
The force of the blast was enough to push asteroids out of orbit, causing collapses on the structures built in and around them. The Zodiac was understandably performing these attacks at stand off range.
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Post by Knightcalibur on Feb 12, 2020 18:42:41 GMT -6
Lucius nods accepting it before accepting it with a smile. "Thank you, ma'am! I will deliver them as soon as I can!" He cheerfully smiled before saluting before heading on his way to the hanger. After leaving the floor on his way down the elevator, he finally takes a heavy sigh looking at himself through the reflective metal of the elevator wall. What his eyes gazed upon was a miserable excuse of human-being, he had no issues lying to 'men' like Admiral Mahoney who butchers entire cities for his own personal vendetta but when he lied to Sonia, it was among the toughest parts of the mission. Though she was an enemy and will likely be trouble for him for the future at the same time, he doesn't like the fact he could potentially ruin her career.
Staring into the metal his mind briefly drifted to the past in a simpler time, when he was much younger about 7 years old and his family gathered in Roma for a wedding his eldest sister "Luna" was to be married, the entire family gathered even during the grips of the reign of the Titans. They kept saying the war would never make it to earth and yet that faithful day... The titans were using mobile suits to suppress local rioters of Pro-AEUG supporters using flame weapons and explosives to end the riots once and for all. He should have died, he wanted to be among those that died but he didn't... as the memory that haunts him to this day was the burning church as rubble was crushing down upon his family with the bride's arm extended out from the rubble with a single ring. The same ring that, he promised to give her on that day, she wore until her death and now he wears in on his necklace to remind him of that day... and why the Titans must never rise again...
Upon out of the elevator the timer on his watch had expired as the station begins to shake suddenly. 'Right on Cue' Fumiko and her force were attacking now for his 3rd part of the act regaining himself in a panic, he quickly tries to run to the hanger zipping up his Special Forces pilot's suit before running over to the officer. "This is Special Commander Thompson, I have papers to take over this mobile suit! I need to get it as far away from here as possible!" He began with his words almost in a panic as he was leaning next to a wall trying to explain to the supply officer.
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