End Game (1)

[Zack Asiv]

Team 1 was sent in on the western side of the 6 story building. The orders where to take down Zeus to preserve the safety of 259. Finding a way in isn't hard considering one of the many power outages of Long Beach had occured and it was already night fall. A full moon would be a great source of light, like a permanent street light, but inside. Dark. They had everything open to them, sneak around avoiding all the other goons and gods int he building, or take them all down along the way. But one thign was for sure, Zeus was the main target, if he wasn't taken down this mission would be a failure.

Team 1: John Ong, Mitsuki, Saint, Meigan Clark, Jyo Mashima.

[Jyo]

Real cloak and dagger type stuff in a way. Be nice to get back at these people. After they captured Mitsuki and all. Thought Jyo. Besides Saint Jyo knew everyone on his team. Well he had ar least emt them. Mistsuki. The young captain he had helped last time, John the fighter who brok off from Brimstone and Jyo was eager to see how he progressed as a fighter, Meigan the girl he showed around on her first day. But Saint. He had never met him. He had planned on it as he was a pillar of the school. A key player in that respect. Jyo wanted to meet each major figure. Pity it had to be like this that they met.

Jyo was dressed for the occasion. Black Cargo pants and combat boots. Black tank top and his long black trenchcoat. He moved along quietly and as gracfully as a cat. He stopped at the entrance and waited for the others for when they were ready. He didn't want to screw this up. He knew why he had been asked to come along. He wasn't the best but his skills were invaluble. Just like th others on his team. He wondered who was on the other team sent in. He wished them the best of luck.

[John]

Well the only person John knew on this team was Jyo, and he knew that if he was here, then at least they stood a good chance of making a successful run. John also dressed for this occasion, a black billess hat covered his white hair so it could not be spotted, his tan skin helped hide hima s well. A black sleeveless muscle shirt, with black running pants. Sacred ropes where wrapped on his right hand from his knuckles to the mid forearm. He was ready to move in whenever all the others where. He found himself a nice little spot just incase. Noting there where no lights anywhere and a full moon gave a good view of everything in a blue lighting that made everything seem that more quiet.

John had indeed broke free from that drug Brimstone. In return his inner body had released its hold apon his Qi flow and giving him a present to make up for his attributes being lowered. He had gone back to studying Muay Thai using it as tradition, and making it his second nature. He had also been studying that journal Jyo had givin' him. It had alot of detailed writings in it that helped John in his time in the hospital. His dark red eyes looked to Jyo and he gave a smile and a two finger victory sign to show he was ready.

[meigan]

Well, well, well...not even here a month and look what you've gotten yourself into, Meig. The green haired girl thought to herself as she arrived with the rest of the volunteering students. Apprently they were going to fight some gods over something that had happened to the school and a student that had gone missing but was now found. Or at least, that was the fragmented version of the story she had gotten. Since she was going on some unorthodox mission that for some reason didn't involve the authorities (They were fighting gods for goodness sake!) Meigan chose to play along and dress to impress, so to say.

She wanted to blend in, her seafoam hair pulled up in a messy bun with a black beanie to hide most of the green. Loose black pants and a black beater. Just for the occasion she had painted her nails black as well. Emerald hues glance up at the cloudless night sky before returning her gaze to her apparent teamates who had arrived: A white haired boy she didn't recognize, and the tall red hair boy who'd shown her around. She nodded her head in greeting, not caring to voice one allowed since they were so close to the building and all. They didn't want to draw too much attention.

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Slowly Saint strode through the darkened streets that were illuminated only by the cold blue light of the full moon. He was still about half a mile away from the destination, where the attack was to take place. Supposedly there where ten of them that were attacking in two teams… and Saint was unsure if all of them would be able to sneak through the defenses. If even one of them was caught the place would go on high alert, if it wasn’t already, a diversion would be just as ineffective most likely. But the worse part was that they were, in all technicality, fighting a war that Asiv had started by stealing something from these supposed gods. Needless to say, he was not pleased about it.

Pausing his approach about a block away from the building, the pillar sat on a bench for a moment. The light reflecting off his white coat gave him a eerie glow. He removed it and laid it across the back of the bench while sliding his boots underneath it. His feet and hands were covered in medical tape and he wore both an undershirt and pants. They were black… of course, and he wore a pair of black shorts as well. Having brown hair lessened the need for him to wear something over it. With a deep breath, Saint kissed his golden cross before tucking it under his shirt and heading off to finish the remainder of his walk to the target building.

Rounding the corner, the student body president’s green eyes roamed up the six story structure with mild curiosity. As far as he knew, only two of the eleven were dead, so a natural assumption was that during the captain’s rescue at least one or two of them had been taken out… otherwise not only were they attacking the enemies stronghold but they were severely outnumbered. It would take all five of them to beat Zeus alone… never mind whatever else might be there. That was also assuming that the gods didn’t know they were coming already. With a deep breath, Saint approach the gathering point, his hands rubbing the arm guards that were hidden underneath his shirt. It seemed they were all here save for the only one he knew, Mitsuki.

[Mitsuki Park]

Click. Click. Click.

Her footsteps slowly began to fade away as she approached the west side of the building, wearing a black V-neck zip-up sweater vest, double layered black tank tops underneath, and of course, black long sweat pants with her black sneakers. All black; why? So she could blend in quite easily in the night. Her black leather studded gloves were tight around her hands, and a black hospital cloth mask covering the lower half of her face; a calm, collected look in her eyes with her hair in two tight french braids..

And so, once in view, she made out four figures - three of which she knew, and an unknown fourth person. There was Jyo, Saint, and that...unknown boy that was in on her rescue, or so that's what she believed. According to what Mitsuki knew, she would've been the last person to arrive, unless there was a surprise guest that would appear soon? None the less, what they first had to do is come up with a decent plan that actually had a succeeding percent higher than a failing one. If not, anything close to it. Before she left her home, however, she did some research on the internet about Greek mythology in general, and also googled up the wanna-be gods up to see if any provided information was there, but all that was provided were pictures. Though, if the wanna-be gods were anything like the gods in Greek mythology, then they would have a decent idea at who is who according to their strength and weaknesses.

"If any of you are familiar with Greek mythology, you would know that Zeus, our target, will be undoubtedly strong in all aspects. We have no information if the place is heavily gaurded or not, but I'd safely assume that it was. I'm positive that there are other wanna-be gods and goddesses in there besides Zeus; beware of them as well. I know a couple of gods that will not be there. One is Hermes, the so called god of speed. Right now, he's probably dead, or at the hospital, but, the way he was attacked, I believe he is permanantly damaged, I hope. There's no way he can run like he used to."

When she spoke of Hermes, she looked over at Jyo, seeing he was the one who damaged him as said. Mitsuki spoke in a hushed, quiet tone, loud enough that they could hear, but quiet enough that they would have to strain their ears. She would let a slight pause go through so they can take up the information she just shared for the time being before she moved on to the next set of information she had with her.

"Now, another person would be Dionysus. I don't think he'll be in there for a simple reason: He betrayed his allies by befriending me. That's two less gods we have to worry about, however, there is a third one that I'm not very sure of that could be MIA. Poseidon; he and Dionysus were engaged in battle during my leave. Poseidon may be injured, but if this were a game, I'd play it as if Poseidon was there, and in perfect condition. Apollo and Hephaestus are dead, so they won't be there either - they were killed in school, from what I know."

Another wave of silence, and this is where she would wait for anyone to come up with suggestions for plans or ask questions. If no one said anything, then Mitsuki would have to suggest hers, tweek the idea, then hope for the best.

[Jyo]

Jyo noticed everyone had now arrived. the team was more or less ready. Mistsuki being the one who knew most about their target decided to inform them of the situation. He of course was very familiar with mythology and knew this was top be a challenge. Jyo didn't react in any way to the mention of Hermes or the brief look Mitsuki gave him. Hermes had got off lucky. Jyo and the others had been in danger. He had done worse to those who threatened him.

Jyo didn't have anything to say really. He'd just wait and hear everything out and then when things were ready he'd move in with the others.

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So… airing on the side of caution really only eliminated one more, maybe two if you wanted, in Dionysus, possibly Hermes. As far as Saint cared, especially when he thought about the powers that all of them possessed he would gladly have a completely healthy Hermes and Poseidon with Dionysus back on the gods side if it meant that Hades was gone. What he was exactly capable of was an uncertainty to Saint… could he steal away people’s lives like Apollo and Hephaestus could summon fire? He’d just have to hope they didn’t run into the king of the underworld, since Zeus’ powers where far more predictable… lightning, beyond that was pure physical ability.

When the metaphorically floor was left open to suggestions, Saint though for a moment. Really, they didn’t have much of anything to go on. They were to take out Zeus while another team took out Hera… there were other gods still around but beyond that they had nothing. In hindsight, it may have been a good idea to scope out floor plans, blueprints, and building orders before hand… oh well. Taking a deep breath Saint decided to throw out a bone… sort of speak.

“Well, we can’t exactly split up no matter how much easy that would make it to sneak in considering it will take all five of us to take down Zeus. But beyond that, it might be advantageous to try and find an isolated guard or two while inside and… ‘extract’ information from them on what gods are here exactly…”

He shrugged lightly,

“It would help if we had some more information as to what exactly we were going against. Other than that, we stick together and make our way to Zeus… after all… there’s no guarantee all of us will even make it to him, never mind making it out in the aftermath.”

Perhaps a tad morbid.

[John]

John listened intently to what was being said. So they didn't want to split up, that was good. And they needed to asess the situation of what gods are in there. Well John had this theory. The only way to find out if the water is cold is to test the water with your toe, or finger right? So we had a slight plan forming in young John's mind. As it where he would have to voice it, though he really hated talking on missions like this, yes key word, 'missions'. Remember John was still a lap dog for Asiv.

"Well, I say one person goes and scouts out possible entry points assess the threat levels of each point, find the least guarded point, then we move in and, 'confiscate' not only info, but if they wear uniforms we could use those too. Thats just my opinion."

His voice wasn't even loud, infact few could probably pick that up, but the ones that did hear it could pass it on.

"If you guys think so then I'll vaulanteer unless someone else wants to jump in?"

[Mitsuki Park]

Saint's idea was simple, and John's added idea was like taking this huge gamble. There was a chance of him getting caught, getting killed, and coming out with no information 'cause...well, he's dead, or, there was a chance of him not being seen, not getting caught and coming out with useful information that could be used later on. There was also the chance of him getting information, but getting caught, and leading them to where everyone else was, and there was also the chance of there being very little information, and getting caught. So many possibilities, but if he was up to it...

"There were about twenty underlings from Hermes - they were all novices. Not very skilled in fighting. They just grabbed a weapon and swung it around places, but some had quite an aim with the usage of a gun. Some, as in one or two. They weren't wearing any special type of uniform - just your usual everyday thugs...however, they were all under Hermes. No one really cared about him, in my opinion. Zeus must be a bit high tech, so to say, and he may have a certain dress code and stronger mercenaries."

Her eyes would be directed at John at all times while she shared this information, just to let him know what he could be getting into. Giving a mental sigh, she now realized how much danger everyone was being put in. The only person who could truly know would be Jyo, and possibily John, because they were there when it was just one minor god - and that itself was pretty much dangerous. Now think of it this way. Not only do they face more minor wannabe gods, but a "major" god - the god of all gods - Zeus. Tightening her ponytail, she would look around at everyone seriously - you could tell by her eyes that this was no game.

"What Saint said is true - there is no sure possibility that we'll come out alive, which is why I'm saying this now. People who aren't up to this, leave. I'm not going to force you into this, but let me say something. The more people we have, the more of a chance this will succeed. But if you're not up to it, go."

Not wanting this to be any more dramatic than it already is, she looked up at the building and give an inaudible mental sigh. Goodness, she was talking a lot today.

"There's also a possibility of us splitting up. Don't wander off. But if that should happen, try looking for someone in this group of five. And as to the idea of getting information.. Does anyone object?"

[Jyo]

Jyo listend and still had nothing to say. Gone were his days when he was the leader. He would help out here and risk it all. But his opinions were ones he didn't share. He simply listened and figured the plans he heard were worth undertaking.
"I like John's idea. However mabey I can go in instead. I'm more than capable of dealing with anything that we'll find in there besides the gods on my own . My memory is practiaclly photographic and I can move around while making absolutly no noise at all. Pluse I can get in through almost anything that could serve as a way in." He said.

[John]

Team one had been silent and still, perfectly ready for a cloak and dagger type thing. The quiet still night air would of been perfect for Jyo to go, as John was gonna support him going, though John figured that since Jyo was as good as he was it wouldn't matter if John got caught, they wouldn't get cut off from a valuable member, but a crash shattered all the piece of the night as June from Team 2 had broke in a window on the other side of the building, draggin attention to that area as hnechman and no gods began to flood from the building surrounding it, looking around as if they knew about the mission. As if they where looking for the second team that was supposed to be out there.

"I think our plans may change now."

John noticed it would be much harder to get even close to the building without being spotted now. Adn if you where at the building already, too bad for you, you where probably neck deep in henchman.

[Jyo]

Jyo gave an audible hiss of frustration as he heard the crashing of the other team as well.
"Curses. We've stayed out here too long. I don't care what you guys think we need to get moving. Us not being known of is going to end really quick." He said and with that he took off with oddly catlike motions alogn the wall until he found a window. Jyo curled his fingers literally shoving them into the wood frame of the window itself and pulled it open. Some noise was made but extremely hard to hear. He got his fingers loose and in one fluid motion he was inside and going down the halls looking for the first stairwell he could find.

One his was a henchman was in his path. Jyo steathily snuck up to him and with a well aimed blow to the back of the neck the guy collapsed and Jyo caught him then shoved himinto an empty room. He darted around making no noise at all and found what he was looking for. A stairwell. he took out a firecracker which the others following him might find odd. And he lit it then threw it in the stairwell. If anyone followed him he would motion for them to come along as he darted off again heading away from the loud sounds made until her reached another stairwell and then looked around the corner. He didn't see anyone so he headed up making sure to keep his silence with the practiced motions he had been accustomed to. Once on the next floor he would dart into the shadows to avoid being seen if anyone came this way while he decided on his next move.

[Mitsuki Park]

...

Bloody hell..

She assumed that someone from the other side had broken in. Ah, well. So much for that. And before Mitsuki could say anything, Jyo had said a quick sentence before taking action. Now...that was a pretty stupid thing to do, no offense. She would start speaking in her normal tone of voice, walking casually while Jyo moved stealthily like a cat next to the wall. It looked quite silly, how he was taking all these precautions, but he should've known that that big crashing noise would've directed most of the attention to the other side. Which, in a sense, meant that more trouble for team two, less trouble for team one. Yay!

None the less, she walked relatively close to the wall, taking her time, her feet silent against the cold cement. Once inside, she noticed how Jyo basically bombed the freaking stairwell - might I add, which was one they could've used to get to Zeus up on the top floor. But, whatever - Jyo found another stairwell, so all was well. Now, you might wonder why Mitsuki was being so relatively calm about this? Ha, she was only kidnapped for a couple weeks by these so called gods. She's seen what they could do, and what they can't do. She's seen their mercenaries, and all they do is swing their weapons around like cavemen that found food.

She would catch up to Jyo and talk to him in a whispered, hush tone, which only he would be able to hear - hopefully.

"Remember in our spar, how I held your legs? Should it have been the other way around, you could've flung me quite a distance, no?"

Yes, she was implying something, and Jyo should've known what she meant. There would be a time in this little battle where Jyo might have to use Mitsuki as a weapon, and launch her at Zeus, or any other god or goddesses, or even their henchmen. It would come in handy - and would look actually pretty cool.

Anywho, up came to a point where there was a guy - no older than herself - holding a baseball bat. Sneaking past Jyo, she would jab him hard right behind the neck, and grab onto the back of his collar to keep him from falling, and take his baseball bat. She'd drag him against the wall and leave him there, as if he were sleeping - the strike to his back from keeping him consciousness would only last 6-10 minutes, if she striked correctly. Gripping the baseball bat, she would've given a small smile if it weren't for this serious atmosphere. It reminded her of the time when Saint threw those baseballs at her (considering that the thread was before this), and she learned her lesson about not letting go of her bat...

"If you want a weapon... I suggest you do it quietly. Attention is the last thing we want. If you don't want a weapon, and a mercenary doesn't see you, then don't go after him. It's a waste of time."

Of course, she spoke in a regular tone of voice, since shouting could now be heard all around. It seemed that the bomb that Jyo left in the stairway had caused a commotion - well... Smart Jyo. Very smart - it seemed that she had underestimated him, but it would have been nice if he said sooner that he had such an item, and what he planned on doing with it.

Alright. So...let the party begin?

[John]

((OoC: Geeze. Me and Mitsuki are gonna get lots of reward if we make it out of here.))

As it seemed, everyone else decided to take off now, so did John. He krept in after Mitsuki and followed the bunch, the bombing of the stairway was interesting, and what occured next would be fun if not anything else. So was it down to the School Captain and the S.H.C.P member? Hopefully not, that would deffinitly suck. but if it had to happen, then it had to happen.

John decided to listen with his ear against a wall and try to hear in which direcrtion there was people. Hearing lots of motion on the next floor up, he was positive it would end up either being a major brawl all the way to the top, or they could try and sneak around them. It would be difficult, but John's Fire Qi was becoming well controlled and he was confident in himself.

"So Captain, what do you want to do? Continue sneaking around, or fight our way to the top?"