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BigDaddyP Be Legendary from England Since: Jun, 2009 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
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#226: Sep 1st 2011 at 9:07:50 PM

Madnar watched the scene go on, drumming his fingers on the table. Thoughtfully, he examined the battle continue, and Lancet emptied her stomach. He heard her call out for the alarm to shut down, but Madnar instead waited. Watching the effects Al's defence mechanism on them, he saw how well it worked. The new arrival was starting to shrug off the effects, but Mantis was still going strong.

"Archangel Michael, initiate protocol Alpha 2 Liquid Snake 5435124" ordered Madnar, and Outer Haven seemed to hum. In the main control room, Archangel Michael received the instructions and sent cybernetic thoughts through the pathways connecting it to the other AI. Archangel Lucifer trembled, and cables shot out of his wings, latching onto the walls and ceiling. The effect was lessened, as it siphoned it off to somewhere else.

"Initiating protocol Alpha 2. Twenty minutes to control over global-" stated AL before Madnar muted the words. He didn't mean for it to say that. Still, it had said nothing important. "Mantis, finish him off. You're a psychic, for crying out loud. Control the Frogs, levitate the submarine at him, or something. We have more important things to do" explained Madnar, and a timer started on the computer screen.

20:00 19:59 19:58 19:57

Madnar left the timer ticking, picked up his Militech TB-R, and left the room. "Dallas, Firefox, with me" ordered Madnar, forgetting about Zarakava. He should never have used the idiotic mentalist. Same for Mantis, he hoped they killed each other. "We'll converge in Central Command, and start stage 2" he explained walking towards the huge war room.

edited 1st Sep '11 9:48:35 PM by BigDaddyP

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#227: Sep 2nd 2011 at 6:05:00 AM

"Ah, yes, because it's so very easy to use psychic powers when a poorly thought out security mechanism is rendering you incapable of any thought other than murder."

As Mantis' mind cleared he began focusing his psychic powers, lifting his knife into the air and sending it spinning at Falcon.

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VidgamerX Vidgamer X from Oklahoma Since: Aug, 2011
#228: Sep 2nd 2011 at 6:29:00 PM

Falcon dove out of the way of the knife, and aimed his Desert Eagle at AL and fired a few shots, hoping that it might damage it, even a little. I wonder... he thought as he got back to his feet, and he began making his way over to AL while keeping an eye on Mantis, with his gun at the ready.

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#229: Sep 2nd 2011 at 9:53:28 PM

"You need something bigger to harm AL. Our experts say you have ten minutes before it initiates another defence protocal. Hit it fast, hit it hard, and pray to God it's enough" explained Apollo, keeping a close eye on the battle. "Sir! We have a signal in the water behind Outer haven!" yelled a voice offscreen, attracting Apollo's attention. "If it's underwater, then it's Octon obviously" explained Apollo, but the man shook his head. "It's bigger sir."

Apollo paused. "How big?"

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"Ten minutes until activation of Archangel" rang a metallic voice, and Madnar cursed. It had happened quicker than he thought. This was good, but too soon. "Dallas, Firefox, to the command room on the double. Stage 3 is about to happen." Looking out of a window to the ocean, he smiled, a shadow appearing that dwarfed Outer Haven.

Archangel would either give him the world, or destroy it. He had good feelings it was going to be the former. First... they rolled. Then, tanks walked. Eventually, they could swim AND walk. It was time for him to master the next stage of Metal Gear.

Metal Gear Archangel.

edited 3rd Sep '11 9:16:51 AM by BigDaddyP

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Dragon573 Sanity not included from Sitting at a bonfire Since: Jun, 2016 Relationship Status: Wishfully thinking
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#230: Sep 2nd 2011 at 9:55:27 PM

Foxfire heard the order and hurried like the devil himself was on her heels.

It's kind of funny. Sufficiently advanced stupidity is like sufficiently advanced science; eventually, you find something you can't solve.
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#231: Sep 3rd 2011 at 5:31:05 AM

Mantis chuckled.

"Do you honestly believe you have a chance of hitting me?"

Mantis' knife snaked through the air near Falcon, circling him menacingly.

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VidgamerX Vidgamer X from Oklahoma Since: Aug, 2011
#232: Sep 3rd 2011 at 1:10:49 PM

"I've nicked you once, so yes, I do have a chance." replied Falcon as he carefully watched the knife, while keeping Mantis in his sight as well. He holstered his guns, and began moving toward Mantis. I'll have a better chance if I can get a hold of him.

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#233: Sep 3rd 2011 at 2:37:16 PM

"You only managed to get in a hit because I charged you. And that mistake is one that I won't be making twice."

Mantis' Knife stopped a few feet in front of Falcon, the tip of the knife pointed at his throat.

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Firebert That One Guy from Somewhere in Illinois Since: Jan, 2001
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#234: Sep 3rd 2011 at 10:37:13 PM

Dallas grinned, all thoughts of a possible intruder expelled from his mind. Phase 3... He had been eagerly awaiting this day eagerly since Madnar had confided in him the details. The German rushed to the control room, practically skipping with glee, his dark cloak billowing behind him as he ran. Now we are truly invincible.

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#235: Sep 4th 2011 at 3:31:54 PM

Reaching the room, Madnar moved over to a terminal and yanked up the chief lab technician. "Have you finished successfully manufactured the Botryoccus braunii variety: Ozuma, Mr. Laroche?" asked Madnar, resting his gun down. "Qui, Monsieur Madnar" replied the french scientist, adjusting his glasses. "Oilix is ready, and we were waiting for your command to put it into the waste productS."

Moving to a computer screen, the chemical formula for Oilix was rotating, showing Madnar it's makeup. "Use it. Divert all possible oil into the fuel tanker" ordered the leader of New Zanzibar.

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Outside Outer Haven, a ship entered behind the vessel, out of view of the coast. Soaked with oil and stained with age, workmen attached pipelines to the base of Outer Haven, drilling new holes where applicable.

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Once Dallas and Foxfire arrived, he turned to them. "Members of New Zanzibar. Zarakava has gone missing, Red Alert has jumped ship, and Mantis is fighting the intruder. In short, our numbers have dwindled, but they weren't important anyway. I hope you are all ready to disembark onto our new vessel" explained Madnar, sitting down on a spare office chair.

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Dragon573 Sanity not included from Sitting at a bonfire Since: Jun, 2016 Relationship Status: Wishfully thinking
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#236: Sep 4th 2011 at 9:20:07 PM

"So... fuck those guys, we're hanging with the cool kids for a while?" she shrugged.

I don't know what else to add. She's just going along with what he says.

edited 6th Sep '11 3:49:19 PM by Dragon573

It's kind of funny. Sufficiently advanced stupidity is like sufficiently advanced science; eventually, you find something you can't solve.
BigDaddyP Be Legendary from England Since: Jun, 2009 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
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#237: Sep 4th 2011 at 11:50:21 PM

During the fight with Falcon and Mantis, the water was now up to waist high, slowing down movement to those unprepared. Bits of submarine stuck up like jagged islands of metal, the only respite from the water. As the pressure became worse, jets of water blasted through the walls, slamming a Frog into the wall, demonstrating the power of one of them, making a hazardous battlefield.

Avoiding the battle between Mantis and Falcon ((OOC: Guys, LANCET IS IN THE ROOM WITH YOU STOP IGNORING HER!)), Metal Gear Scylla did it's best to plug the hole, only slowing down the water. The submarine was stilled rammed into the room, and the water was slowing down Lucifer's processing, although it remained undamaged. If something wasn't done soon, the area would collapse in on itself, crushing all within.

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VidgamerX Vidgamer X from Oklahoma Since: Aug, 2011
#238: Sep 5th 2011 at 7:19:37 AM

Falcon watched the knife carefully, while taking note of the building pressure in the room. "I wonder, with the kind of pressure the water's putting on this room, how do you plan on escaping? It looks like this room is about to be crushed like a tin can, and no doubt, this room has been sealed off to prevent damage to other parts."

Firebert That One Guy from Somewhere in Illinois Since: Jan, 2001
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#239: Sep 5th 2011 at 8:17:12 PM

Dallas grinned widely. "Of course, Mr. Madnar. It's time the world sees just what we have in our arsenal."

The German shrugged off the words about his former teammates, most of whom he had very little interaction with. Sacrifices for the greater good, is what they were.

"Where exactly will we be going from here, sir? Is it time to finally unleash our secret weapon? If so, what will our first target be? Just where will we direct a power of such magnitude for our first demonstration of strength?"

Blaze sure hoped it was time to unleash their hidden power. Once we show off our impossible power, noone in the world will dare stand against us! No matter how many insurgents they have on our ship, they can never resist our super-powerful Metal Gear!

edited 12th Sep '11 8:21:47 PM by Firebert

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BigDaddyP Be Legendary from England Since: Jun, 2009 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
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#240: Sep 6th 2011 at 7:19:42 AM

"Not in so many words, but I guess that could be accurate. Outer Haven is a wreck. If being attacked by the Missouri wasn't enough, then decaying for five years would certainly finish it off. Most of it is rusted through." The leader of New Zanzibar cleared his throat, and went over to a drink cooler. Taking a drink of water from it, he turned to them. "I think the power should be gone right... about... now" suggested Madnar, and then a computer beeped. "Warning. Power failing in sections 1 to 30, 32 to 40 and 50 to 100. Buoyancy mechanism broken. Evacuate... Evacuate" repeated the female intercom voice.

"First, we're getting off this derelict" responded Madnar to Dallas. "I hope you both packed a toothbrush and change of pyjamas" he joked, moving over to the food and drink supply he had ordered given to the scientists. He was not cruel, just ruthless.

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A television flickered on in Glitch's room, and the hacker watched the news report coming through. He always had it on news 24, ready for anything. "In international news, Russia is still reeling from the assassination of the President of the Russian Federation. It is the middle of the re-election, and the opposing candidate has pulled out to stave off claims he hired the hit. Russia is without a leader in these times, and Russia must rely on Vice President Dmitri M. Granin to take it through this tragic time. The VP made a statement about recent events."

The scene changed to in front of the Kremlin, with the Vice President, a portly man with a healthy glow, was saying a speech in Russian. "It is a terrible thing that has happened, and I am glad to see all of Russia is united in these dark times. What with the events happening over in America, you can count on me to do what is best for the people of Russia" read subtitles beneath his speech.

"And take vengeance for what happened to my grandfather, Aleksandr Leonovitch" thought the Russian VP, a hatred welling up within him. Madnar better deliver.

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Glitch didn't hear his thoughts, but recognised the name. "Not a coincidence Granin's grandson would suddenly be in power. What are you playing at..." he murmured.

Yes, THAT Granin from MGS 3 who designed the first Metal Gear.

edited 8th Sep '11 8:08:51 PM by BigDaddyP

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Firebert That One Guy from Somewhere in Illinois Since: Jan, 2001
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#241: Sep 13th 2011 at 12:46:21 PM

"I'm all ready to leave, sir, no need to worry about that."

It's about time we leave this floating piece of junk, thought the German. While Dallas could appreciate the significance of the enormous battleship, he did not hold much regard for it, seeing it as a rusted piece of history. He wouldn't mind leaving it at all.

Dallas' grin seemed to widen even more, if that was indeed possible.

"Does this mean we're taking the fight straight to the enemy, Mr. Madnar? Going on the offensive?"

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#242: Sep 13th 2011 at 3:41:15 PM

Going on the offensive?

Dallas's mention of that set her teeth on edge. This wasn't what she'd signed up for.

She didn't want to kill for its own sake... she believed that fighting war to promote peace was acceptable, but... still... letting them attack first was fine. Returning fire was fine... but striking like this... it didn't feel like preemptive action. It felt like terrorism.

She let none of her doubts show on her face, of course. The last thing she needed was them thinking she couldn't be depended on.

It's kind of funny. Sufficiently advanced stupidity is like sufficiently advanced science; eventually, you find something you can't solve.
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#243: Sep 13th 2011 at 7:26:16 PM

"Going on the offensive? Ha" mocked Madnar. "Although I have intended to destroy a country or two, so far the only casualties have been some Marines, a U.S Army operative, and a cybernetic ninja."

"I have made the entire world completely terrified of us, and I've killed maybe ten or twenty people in the process. We have been on the offensive ever since we started this project" commented Madnar, and turned to Foxfire.

"This is terrorism, Foxfire" he said without doubt in response to her thoughts."Justify it all you want, but we have caused terror, chaos and pain to people. If I were to blow up New Zealand, the entire world wouldn't be surprised or shocked. No offence, but you demonstrate the hypocrisy that gave me the idea for this plan in the first place. War is Peace?" chuckled Madnar.

edited 13th Sep '11 7:32:34 PM by BigDaddyP

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#244: Sep 13th 2011 at 8:32:16 PM

Relief flooded through Foxfire.

So... no continent sized craters in the near-future.

"That's the power of chaos. When everything goes as expected, even if what's expected is terrible, no one panics. But then, when unexpected, no matter how small happens... everyone starts losing their minds, and goes to whomever they perceive as having the power to protect them... 'Tom' carries weight. 'The hundred and first unit', not so much."

It's kind of funny. Sufficiently advanced stupidity is like sufficiently advanced science; eventually, you find something you can't solve.
BigDaddyP Be Legendary from England Since: Jun, 2009 Relationship Status: You can be my wingman any time
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#245: Sep 13th 2011 at 8:49:08 PM

"I'm not going to protect the world. I will not cause conflict, but neither will I save humanity. I am a liberator, just like Solidus Snake. I am a soldier wanting war, like Liquid Snake. I am invincible, and unstoppable, like Solid Snake. As for Big Boss, well... I am a beacon for soldiers now. They want war, and to overthrow the diplomats who preach peace... to have a need" explained Madnar, now holding the room's attention, and Apollo and Glitch's (Both listening in on hacked frequencies).

"However, they were all stopped. There were those who wanted it to end... so, tell me, Apollo and Glitch" he added loudly, turning to the globe. "How will I be defeated, when no one wants to go against me? Oh no, not because of fear, but because they have no choice."

"I... WILL REMOVE... hypocrisy... FROM THIS EARTH, and the entire world will be plunged into the hot depths of war whether they want to or not!"

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Firebert That One Guy from Somewhere in Illinois Since: Jan, 2001
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#246: Sep 13th 2011 at 8:53:50 PM

Dallas clapped loudly, emboldened by Madnar's words.

I truly chose the right man to follow! All the power in the world is in our hands!

"Very good, Mr. Madnar! I shall be honored to assist you in your quest to end the world's weak hypocrisy! Noone will dare stand before our power!"

edited 13th Sep '11 8:54:52 PM by Firebert

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#247: Sep 13th 2011 at 8:53:52 PM

"...Well, I suppose that actually would solve more than letting politicians have it," she shrugged.

That is admittedly half the problem gone. No political backstabbing, no more status quo. Everyone fights for their lives... and everyone's lives are equally valued...

It's kind of funny. Sufficiently advanced stupidity is like sufficiently advanced science; eventually, you find something you can't solve.
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#248: Sep 13th 2011 at 9:17:41 PM

"The Quadrivium has united. Outer Haven shutting down in ten minutes" ordered the female announcer, and Madnar finished his drink. "Start up Archangel. Begin the EMF field, and start the cleansing process" he ordered, strapping his Militech to his back. "Scientists, you know my plans. You can either swim to shore, or follow me. I will not kill you, but you will not be safe either way. You'll probably live a lot longer with me

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Outside Outer Haven, a whirlpool opened up in the ocean, electricity shooting upwards. "Magnetic field synchronised. Starting reverse polarisation!" yelled a metallic male voice that boomed across to the beach.

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#249: Sep 14th 2011 at 1:26:48 PM

"This has gone on long enough." said Falcon as he snapped a small vial he had in his hand. He immediately threw it at Mantis, as gas rushed out in every direction from the vial.

"My helm will filter the air to keep me safe, but what about you!" Falcon said, as he lunged forward, going into a dive underneath the knife, moving quickly toward Mantis.

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#250: Sep 14th 2011 at 3:03:09 PM

"Shit" commented Mantis, the blade piercing his upper chest, missing his neck by inches. "Sneaky and underhanded... well done..." he complimented, and fell to his knees, the water reaching his neck now. A cloudy mist of red surrounded his body in the water. "But you really should have paid attention to my name, Syrus Zale. Syrus... weird name isn't it?" added the psychic, using his powers to stem the flow of blood.

As he died, the Frogs suddenly became less erratic, a solemn calm coming over them. They looked at Mantis with a sort of melancholy, seeing their loving Master finally die. "Names are important... take mine for example. Sorrow Mantis, the medium and the murderer. Heh... that alliterates" he chuckled, letting go finally and dying in the water.

Face down, the most powerful member of New Zanzibar lay dead, his Frogs all shaking their heads loose of his control.

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Madnar felt Mantis die, and allowed a moment of silence. Then he tossed it away. "Well, Mantis is now dead. Let's go" he replied dispassionately, and strode out of the room.

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