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Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.(Part Ten)

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part One:No I in Team.

Date: November 3rd, 2556 Earth.

In a quiet graveyard in early morning grey stood one man with his head bowed in silence. Wisps of fog curled around his feet. This officer dressed in a UNSC Army dress uniform. Stood quietly with both hands clasped in front of him. He proudly wore a Green Beret instead of the normal officer cap. As the earth was still for a moment the man's eyes were closed. As light started to peak over the horizon. Colonel Arden J. Carlson opened his eyes slowly to the present time.

Three graves were before him. Three Rangers who had been apart of his team for years. Now they lay dead. It seemed like yesterday when they were on board "Deep Six" He remembered each face. That first mission. How the Wolf Pack Was born. Harvest Campaign brought back bitter memories. Also it gave him a sense of pride. As the sun broke over the mountains it shown down on Arden. Memories flooded back from years ago.
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0123 Hrs November,5Th 2527 Harvest . Aboard the Troop Transport J1-032-W9 or Better Known as "Deep Six". Captain Arden J. Carlson stood looking out into space from a starboard port.Seeing his reflection in the glass. He was a fit looking twenty four year old. He turned around to look at his platoons ready lounge. It was sparse like many troop transports. This transport carried Special Forces units only. "Deep Six" was the size of a Small frigate. So the Army Maximised every inch of the transport. Three sections were hubs for the ready lounge that also served as a common area.

He was worried about there drop in two hours. Story's he had herd about the Covenant were not true were they ?. He did not know what it would bring because earlier in the year Admiral Prescott had landed troops against these alien invaders. UNSC was busy trying to keep the Rebels in check and was Just now focusing all efforts to halt these Covenant. His team had been Involved with mop up operations on a Rebel staging site. Then the call came down for the UNSC to send a Harvest relief force.

So now they are here about to take part in some kind of hush hush operation. Not much was known so Military Intelligence was scrambling to get more info on this new threat. Leaving the troops on the ground in the dark. It was unsettling but from what he read it was frighting.

His team with four others were dropping in with ODST's were to cut enemy communications off. His unit was apart of the UNSC 82ND Airborne who traces a legacy that started back in the middle of 20Th Century. Second Battalion,3rd Company of the Army Airborne Rangers. Whiskey Team was his team. Hand picked and trained at Reaches Special Warfare Training Center.

As lights came on Rangers came out of there bunks getting four hours sleep. Normal for any special forces personnel. While his team was eating he was gearing up. Arden was looking over some intelligence reports when the first two of his team arrived. Specialist Michelle Hope Strode in with a smile on her face. She was the teams tech expert. She was beauty and the beast. Second to come in with her was Sergeant Allen Ward. A Huge African-American Man who was the heavy weapons expert. Many in the squad looked up to him for his positive attitude and Rock Solid Performance. both were sharing a joke while they both geared for battle. Next came in Nikomi Tokugawa. The Teams Sniper. It was frightening how she could be so much like a "Ninja" to the rest of the team. She was distant to many like most snipers. Quiet most of the time, she was a very nice person off duty.

Striding in was First Sargent Jacob Forthright. A Career Veteran with fifteen years of UNSC experience under his belt. He was there Ranger instructor. Now vital member of Whiskey Team. Looking around he said" What is this a birthday party?" Walking over to Sgt Ward and Specialist Hope." You two done ? We have fifteen mikes before drop. Chat on the way back up. If you live that long." every one dressed in quiet silence. The last member of his team arrived. 2ND Lieutenant Kristina Turner of Army Intelligence Command. She was put into his unit under protest by him self. She trained with them on Reach. But he disliked having some one looking over his shoulder all the time.

His unit headed out to the Hangar Bay. Passing crew sections till they were in the Hanger Bay. Pelicans were waiting on the Deck while crews were preparing them for departure. Master of Arms a Navy NCO was handing out weapons. Whiskey Team had customized weapons or were allowed to personalize there kit. Captain Carlson Looked around then at the Master of Arms awaiting his teams turn."Captain what team.?"When it came his teams turn. Engines were warmed up on the pelicans as personnel rushed back and forth preparing."Whiskey Team." Handing Arden a tablet to sign."Sign here Sir" He passed it around to the other team members.

Master of Arms looked at several green crates next to him finding the correct one. He waved over Arden to punch in his Code to unseal the container. As he did so the container popped open. Master of Arms reached in taking out weapons handing them to Whiskey Team. Also Inside were Jet Packs. One for each squad member. Putting on a Jet Pack takes practice. It has magnets and slots that fit onto the PA/AA armor. As he slid it in place he felt a click then magnets came on to hold the Jet Pack in place during flight. Checking over his DMR to ensure it was working order. Doing the Same for his silenced Magnum. Grabbing ammo from a crewmen who was handing out clips.

Arden loaded a fresh clip into his weapons. They boarded a Pelican waiting for the rest of his platoon to take seats. It Did not take long for Bravo Team, Echo Team and Delta Team to board Two Pelicans. As the Hatch Closed. Only dim outlines from Visors could make out the Whiskey and Echo Teams. Quiet Whispers were heard. Then a voice came over the headphones. That was on the ships internal secure line. It was second battalions Colonel Brown" Working in Coordination with all UNSC assets. We are about to hit these Aliens hard. Our first step is to sever communications. You are to blow or destroy any enemy communications devices. Gather Intelligence for ONI and AIC. Good Luck and Godspeed."

As those words faded from mind. The Pelicans Launched towards the planet below. Two Pelicans Re-entered Harvests atmosphere. Arden Looked out at the planet wondering how his folks on Reach Were.? He was worried about his Uncles who were right now on New Jamestown. A outer colony with big promise. He turned his mind from all of this to get his mind ready for whatever came.
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Both Pelicans approaching the L.Z. opened the cargo bay doors. plasma fire could be seen shooting up at them from the forest below. As the light turned green. Rangers stood up ready to jump. Every man checked over the man next to him or behind him. Pelicans Crew Chief gave a thumbs up as the Rangers dove out of the Pelican 200 feet off the ground. Timed intervals allowed the Jet packs flaring to life now room to maneuver. Captain Carlson hit his jet pack while swimming in the air to Righten him self. In a few short bursts he was on the ground with Whiskey Team.

Covenant were moving across the tree line to intercept them. Echo Team Joined Whiskey to defend a small outcropping of rock. Plasma Fire announced the Alien's Arrival. Grunts were leading the charge with what were known as Jackals. Plasma fire crossed the space blowing trees into bits. Returning fire bullets found weak spots sending the grunts into a panic as there companions fell to primitive bullets. Arden shot a Jackal in the leg before sending his second shot into the Jackals exposed forehead. The attack suddenly stopped as Covey's disappeared into the Brush. Wary both teams advanced on a hunch to where the communications array was.





[Edited on 04.08.2012 2:41 PM PDT]

  • 03.24.2012 11:55 AM PDT
Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Two:Walk in The Park.
0546 Hrs November 5Th,2527

Morning Sun greeted every one out of the pre-dawn. Whisky And Echo Teams moved up on a hill fallowing the Covy survivors. It over looked enemy communications centers. Captain Carlson looked over what was suppose to be a small outpost. Instead it was bigger than anticipated. Two turret guns sat on a berm. over looking this side with two others facing the other direction as well. Enemy vehicles were parked ready to be mounted in case of combat. No tanks were spotted so this was a good thing.

Enemy numbers were at least thirty to fifty easily. Guessing by the enemy activity they were going to call it in. Waving a hand he pointed who he wanted for a meeting. Captain Carlson knew that time was a factor. Enemy survivors were probably back reporting in. Top Came over with L.T. Turner. 1st L.t. James Li Sung. and Sargent Dawns Knelt down in a half-circle to discuss the situation. Li Sung spoke first." Captain. We are being jammed and no sign of Bravo or Delta. Should we go to the RV point and link up ?." Captain Carlson shook his head no." If the enemy sends out a force we wont have time to make it to the RV Point. Our best bet is to hit it Now. Lets hope they come in time." Top Forthright spoke up his gravely voice was low." Sir i suggest we split up. one team gets inside. Plants the explosives while the other team leads our friends here away. Heading to the RP point i am sure we will run into our other teams."

Li Sung Darkened his visor." We will lead them away. That should allow you time to get inside." Moving off to tell his squad the plan. Captain Carlson Agreed with it." Top tell the men to hide and ready to jump when they are not paying attention. Jump three at a time." Sgt. Forthright moved off as he was left alone the AIC agent. She did not say a thing. It was odd that she seemed more alert than normal.
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It took about an hour to get everything set up. Echo teams heavy weapons expert fired off a few rockets. One blew up one of the small vehicles. It blew in a orange/blue flash. The other killed or wounded several covenant. Like stirring a beehive Covenant units mounted up giving chase to the fast moving Echo Team. Several Covenant Squads who were much slower on foot, gave chase as well. Whiskey Team jumped up to the purple communications center. While all eyes were looking in the other direction.

As Arden reached the walkway.Landing to let his jet pack cool down. A large alien had come around the corner. His Knife slipped from its sheath. He stabbed at the big alien who blocked the knife blow with his Plasma Rifle. Apparently this Covey had herd the Jet Pack. When Sgt. Ward Arrived it was a all out brawl with the big blue alien being knocked off the strip. It Fell into the bushes. Down below. Nothing moved but when Top landed he fired his Silenced SMG to make sure it was dead.

Silently they gathered up moving inside. Staying low they filed in. Guards stood at the entry way. Pair of Jackals and grunts were alert but looked bored. Spreading out in the shadows his team used silenced weapons. Captain Carlson drew his silenced Magnum. Magnetizing his DMR to his back. Nodding to his team they stepped out then fired. All four were down. Plasma Pistols clattered to the ground. Gathering around the Com Centers Door. They were going to breach it. Throwing in a Flash bangs fallowed by several frag grenades. His DMR Ready as he turned away from the flash bangs. Hearing the Grenades go off Five members of his team stormed in the control room.

Grunts and Jackals lay dead while six of these big aliens stood blinded. Firing his DMR It was apparent they were shielded. His fellow team members lended assistance in taking down three concentrated fire on each one. One in White Ignited a Energy Sword. Charging at us the others rolled behind pillars to fire Plasma Rifles. Sgt. Ward Blasted the White Alien a few times with his shot gun. But it only made it mad as its shield was dropped. Forthright tried to tackle it getting a Energy Sword to the Chest."Noo!" Now Ward was angry he Bashed the Dog faced alien back then fired. Captain Carlson fired a few times keeping the red one on the left pined down. Specialist Hope Emptied a Silenced SMG clip into the one with the sword.

The other two did not last long to combined firepower with shields depleted from grenades. Once the Last one was down. Specialist Hope with L.T Turner began to gather information. Sgt. Ward held Tops hand as the life bleed out of him. Top was struggling to breath. Captain Carlson looked down at the fallen Ranger. A sense of loss overcame him. "We need to set the Charges." Knowing if they do not get out now they will not ever get out. Sgt. Ward nodded slowly. Getting to his feet.

They set the charges. Ward carried the body him self. Top had died while they set the charges. Nothing they could do for a sword to the chest. As they were leaving Coveys were taking potshots at them. Corporal Tokugawa answered with a single shot high velocity round from her Customized. SR99 sniper rifle. That shot the jackal right in the head from three hundred feet away. Other Convent were rushing to the Control center to gain entry. More sniper shots fallowed. Captain Carlson hit his jet packs jets hovering down to the ground. He covered his the team. As they were landing. Once all his team members were safe they Jumped away. Saddened that they just lost a fellow team member. Pulling out the detonator he hit the button sending the Convent Communication station to a fiery hell. Corporal Tokugawa joined up with them.

Once the jamming stopped they could hear com traffic from above. On the company secure line was a woman." This is Angel Three Bravo. To Dagger Three." Captain Carlson Answered in a despondent voice." This is Dagger Three Mission Accomplished. One KIA." Li Sung Answered." Dagger three this is Two. We linked up with Delta and Bravo Team. Enemy forces neutralized." Nodding the Captain replied. "Heading to RV point." His Team took a long route to avoid enemy detection.
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Two hours later his team arrived at the RV point. Another two hour hike two pelicans picked the teams up. Off of a hill. A hour later Rangers touched down at a field outpost. Checkpoint Charlie.

  • 03.24.2012 4:25 PM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

November 3rd 2556 Earth

Medals on his chest winked into his eyes letting him know the sun had rose over the mountain's. He still remembered the pain from all those years ago. Men he lost who were just as important as any Spartan. Had he known what he knew now Top would have been still alive. It is hard to reason with that we knew nothing. Guys on the front lines learned about the Covy's. In those days Humanity was in the dark. We seemed to be wining. Vice-Admiral Prescott was a hero. We thought we all were hero's.

Looking back at reports from 82ND Army Airborne Division HQ. Reports from both ONI and AIC. We knew little. It cost us later on in Harvest. Every battle went against us from then on. Even so, They feared us more than we feared them. I never really hated them. It was what they did. I made sure they knew the Wolf Pack Avenged this behavior. Killing innocents, cleansing worlds, a campaign to rid them of humans in the Galaxy.

Arden walked over to the other side of the Graveyard. Finding Sgt. Forthrights head stone he knelt down before It. Later he would go back to the three headstones. It was too bad Forthright never made it to Checkpoint Charlie. It was a place that became a trade center. Supply clerks were with not too high ranking officers. It was near to the front but far in the rear to let it become a supply point. You could trade a Covy plasma pistol for some beers. Mostly it was a intelligence depot. With many units and branches heading out to the front or catch forty winks. I spent most of my time there trying to write a letter about Forthright. Many have died under my command. But those i knew well. It seemed to be the hardest thing. But it seems we have to cope then overcome and adapt so we remember those who fallen in battle. They gave there lives. Ardens face looked sour as these memories lay dormant came back into his mind like it was yesterday.

[Edited on 03.27.2012 2:32 PM PDT]

  • 03.27.2012 10:49 AM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Three: Know Thy Enemy

0021 hrs November 7Th 2527(Check Point Charlie)Harvest.

Past two days were quiet as the team was debriefed. ONI with AIC questioned them over and over again. No one changed stories so they were given secluded bunks. Army Core of Engineers dug in the ground when they created the Barr ix area. Bunkers connected with one another with tunnels linking the whole thing. Portable buildings were up top with vehicles.

Captain Arden Carlson stepped out into the cool morning air. Winter was on the way. His boots stepped in the muddy brown earth. It had been raining earlier. His Portable Com Device had woke him up. It gave instructions to head to a secure terminal. As he entered the Prefab building a female clerk wearing a Navy uniform got him situated with a terminal. She walked off to her booth after she made sure it was secure link. Inserting his PCD into the slot. He waited as it took time for the encrypted packet to decrypt. When it was done he looked over the information. Security headers alerted him that this was very important.

Above Top Secret(Eyes Only)

To:Captain Arden J. Carlson UNSC Army.
From:Commander Elizabeth Willow ONI,Section Six.

Captain i know you just got back from an operation. I need you to pull out a Spartan who has vital intelligence on the Covenant. I read the report you filed and the debrief from the earlier mission. That Intel was vital but it will take years before we will understand it all. Operation Phantom was to not only disrupt enemy communications. Also to secure communications codes so we can listen in on enemy com traffic.

I am giving you the location to find Sierra-025 bring her home with the Data. Enemy Jamming has made it impossible to get a fix on her. Her pelican went down as it tried to pick them up. Find any survivors. Get the data if there are no survivors. Avoid enemy contact if possible. No one is to be told you are leaving. A pelican will deploy you near the objective. PCD will have the Pelicans coordinates. Thank you Captain.

Taking out his PCD the secure information disappeared. Only the Pelicans coordinates remained. He walked out of the building to wake up his team. It was good they got a mission so soon. Every one was drinking talking about Forthright. He did not want his Rangers to feel they could be next. It was Arden's fault for not seeing it. He will never let that happen again.
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0201 November 7Th 2527 Harvest

Captain Arden Carlson Sat in the cargo area of the Pelican that was flying nap of the earth. Its pilot said nothing when they got on board earlier. They sat in the darkness feeling the plane twist or move a little when the wind hit. Sgt. Ward Leaned over to him talking in a low voice. " Sir this Blam is just weird. I would not hold my breath for any kind of support." Nodding he looked over at the pilots black/green Nomex suit thinking. Fifteen minutes later they landed.

Captain Carlson watched the Pelican rise from the bluff leaving them behind. Turning to Whiskey Team he spoke in a low voice. " Listen up. I know Top is watching us. Ward you are Head NCO now. Our mission is to recover a Spartan who is deep behind enemy lines with vital data. If they are dead we retrieve that data. Any questions ? " Sgt. Ward looked at them all" Top was a good man but he would want us to remember him by getting our man out. Keep it tight. Let's move." Ward took point. I was in the rear behind 2ND L.T. Turner who was looking at a map tablet giving directions. Whiskey Team went slowly and quiet.

Harvest was a beautiful place with good soil and abundant of wild life. Many efforts were made to not hurt the environment or its ecosystem. He could admire the beauty of the planet later. They got closer to the Jungle coordinates. As they did each checked one another over for loose equipment. Then began to crawl up to the burning Pelican wreckage they spotted. Nicki consulted with Turner who gave her a small hill to snipe from. She crawled to get to a sniping position. Every one held still while Nicki moved in place. She whispered over the teams line. Telling them what she can see. " Whiskey One-One in position. two enemy teams spotted. I count Ten. Two Elites, four grunts and Four Jackals. They seem to be searching."

Captain Carlson whispered to the rest of Whiskey team." We ambush them quietly. Use silenced weapons at first. One team will draw them in while the other will hit them from behind. Sgt. Ward said to him." Sir i wish we had Jet Packs." Silently nodding Carlson patted Wards shoulder." I do too." waving his hand for them to get close to him. "Team one is me and Specialist Hope. Team two is Sergeant Ward and Lieutenant Turner who will flank them. Wait till we have them before opening fire." They crawled off as Hope ready ed her SMG. Carlson Checked over his DMR then called over to Nikomi." Whiskey Three to Whiskey One-One. When Team two is in position aim for the Elites. You will be go for the first shot." Readying his DMR Carlson heard "Copy." It was a long wait as Team two got into place.

"Whiskey One-Three in place." Wards voice came over Captain Carlson's helmet." Whiskey One-One you can take the shot." Single round from the Sniper Rifle dropped the Elites shield. Second round send the Elite to the ground. Carlson drew his pistol setting down the DMR firing at the assorted aliens. Specialist Hope fired short bursts aiming for the grunts then jackals. Soon they found the two humans. Returning fire plasma blasts kicked up dirt all around them. Foliage was turned to bear earth as the intense return fire came close. Purple/Blue Grenades flew in the air landing next to the two. They rolled over behind a tree as the Energy Grenades blew craters into the Jungle soil. Team Two opened fire from the right flank. Jackals went down. Carlson left his DMR behind he grabbed it holstering the pistol. Ward used a Silenced SMG Before switching to the M319 Grenade Launcher.

Returning Fire Captain Carlson Shot a DMR Clip at the Jackals. Two shots from Niki killed two Jackals in a instant. Grenade Launcher " Twump!" Exploding the grenade finishing off the Jackals. Specialist Hope clutched her shoulder. A plasma bolt seemed to have glanced off of it. Looking out behind the tree the Elite was laying on the ground bleeding. It some how got to its feet and charged towards Ward. A single sniper shot to the chest brought it to its knees as it gurgled one last time. It fell to the Jungle floor clutching its chest. Ward rushed over to check Hope out. While Arden begain searching.

While Ward was looking over Hope to see if she was injured. The rest of Whiskey team was searching the Wreckage. A Small Jungle pond was not far from the Crash site. Out of the pond stepped the Spartan who was dripping wet. Her Mark IV armor was blacked and scared in some areas. In Sierra-025's hands was the data module. Why it looked like a small globe he did not know. All guns were pointed at the Spartan II. " Give me a hand" Arden Took her hand as she wobbly stepped onto dry land."Her spartan strength could crush him but she was weary for the moment. Sitting down she took a moment to rest. The Guns were lowered" No one else survived. The Pelican was hit while it was picking us up. It spun then crashed. I was tossed out the back. Pair of Banshees snuck up on us it seems. By the way i am Warrant Officer Krystal Haze." Haze Looked up at him with her crystal blue eyes. Her red hair was cut short military style.

She took Captain Carlson's Hand as she stood up." I am Captain Arden Carlson with the 82ND Airborne. Nice to meet you. My team Whiskey Team will take you to the Extraction Point. Miss Turner I want you to stay with Miss Haze. Niki you keep a look out while i see what Ward and Hope are doing. Captain Carlson walked away but before he did noticed Turner look over the Spartan for injuries. It was going to be a long day.

[Edited on 03.29.2012 1:12 PM PDT]

  • 03.27.2012 1:55 PM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Authors Note.:It left out the Narration of the Man who is telling you about his team the rangers whom he served with. And those parts don't go together due to the fact they are separate missions and i made it clear. Thank you but it takes away from the story. Because this is how he feels. A survivor with many of his friends dead trying to remember them in death as he did in life. As it goes on it unfolds little by little. Unless you are fixing the typos ect. Then thank you.

*Drives a Golden Warthog on the side of a Covey Battle Cruiser.* Yeeehaaww!...Thanks for the post :D

[Edited on 03.27.2012 2:54 PM PDT]

  • 03.27.2012 2:49 PM PDT
Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.(Part One-Five)

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Five:Shades of Grey
0732 Hrs

As Captain Carlson headed to Ward he felt as if a sudden calm came over the Jungle. Approaching Sgt. Ward who had a first aid kit administering it to Specialist Hopes shoulder. Her chest piece lay on the ground. Ward looked up clutching his Silenced SMG in case seeing Carlson." Oh it is you sir." Looking around Captain Carlson asked Ward."She going to be OK?." Nodding to Hope. Then glancing around." It got quiet."

As they finished up Captain Carlson felt uneasy. Hope latched on her body armor. Ward Checked the straps giving a thumbs up. Hopes shoulder was slightly burned but nothing severe. While that was happening Carlson opened the team secure channel." Whiskey three to Whiskey one-one keep an eye out. All Whiskey elements, Form up on my position." Pretty soon Haze Fallowed by Turner showed up. Haze had her helmet on. But she sensed the quiet as he did looking around.

Before he could give any orders. Two Banshees probably the ones that attacked the pelican flew over head. They were in a semi-circle but every one got into cover. Captain Carlson rolled into some bushes. Not long after the two banshees returned. Plasma fire strafed the ground with huge green heavy plasma cannons dive bombing the area. Trees blew apart from the impact alone. Steam rose off the shattered plants as water evaporated.

Every one ran for it. Haze leading them as the Banshees swooped down firing. Soon Whiskey team found a river. Lucky to be alive. Fallowing the river up stream. Soon they found a thicket that was dense to hide them. As Both Banshees Circled like hawks looking for prey they soon wandered off to search another area.

Specialist Hope Had a mini-tablet out that displayed the local area. It was designed to hack systems or show data but it could be used to display a map. She moved next to Carlson." Sir. I have a real time link to Skywatch. If we fallow the river up. We will run into this dam or structure." Skywatch was the code name for the satellite orbiting above Harvest. It was also the code name for the ONI personnel who maintained and monitored the information it gave.

Hope hit a few keys on her wrist." Also we have Covey forces heading towards this area. Two Drop Ships from the look of it. Escorted by fighters." Carlson Nodded." We make for the Dam. While the Covys are looking for us here. Lets move. We have allot of ground to cover." Whiskey team silently moved through the jungle. This Jungle looked primordial. It was thick with vines. It had many bugs with other creatures who would dip back into the water. They stayed out of the Water areas. Sometimes having to go around. In the Afternoon they could see the Dam. A waterfall about 150 ft up cascaded down into a basin.

It was amazing to see the waterfall. They arrived finally at a small dirt road that lead up to the Dam. It was a path now from all the vegetation that grew on it. By the time they got to the top it was Sunset. Harvests sun set on the horizon then faded from view. Top of the dam was no better. Cracks in the Cement were filled with plants. A Tree Grew in what looked to be a storage shed. The Dam its self was made of Concrete. The bunker like buildings were the only thing that did not rust or were completely swallowed by nature. A rusted out sign greeted them. " Welcome to Three Falls Dam." As they entered the causeway.

They fanned out checking the buildings for any one here or anything working. Electric carts once used to ferry tools and personnel around lay rusted out. The only thing that did work here were two turbines. Searching on they found what was the main office with maintenance records. Records showed that each turbine was serviced every six months. Other than that nothing but the jungle crept into just about every room. Except the main office.

Captain Carlson decided to wait here for the night. They set up in the Main Office while Nikki found a good sniper perch. Ward set up in a concrete electric cart storage area. Carlson watch as Haze, Turner and Hope were looking over the data globe. It had small hexagonal shapes on the surface. " It does not look damaged. it is just amazing that it contains pockets of information in each square. " Hope using her tablet with a small tool to scan for any surface damage.

" It looks good. Let me check for data corruption." Plugging in her portable cable to the device Hope taped a few keys." It looks good as well." Haze pleased. " good because three other Spartans Died for this information." Hope put a hand on Haze armored shoulder. Turner satisfied asked. " Do you mind if i hold onto it ? Intelligence will be glad if i turned it in." Haze nodding to the AIC agent. Turner took the globe stuffing it into satchel bag.

It was a quiet night with bugs humming in the air. Animal noises could be herd off in the distance. It reminded him of Reach. He was not originally from Reach. His family was on Mars before Reach. They were there because his father was a engineer. Very good one who was in charge of Misriah Armories Factory. His Father kept it running with four other engineers. Arden was eight years old at the time. Living in a pressure dome. Not much to see but he was able to go EVA with his dad a few times to go for a "Walk." His father was able to get a better job leaving the Company. Reach was expanding some new areas. They had plenty of engineers. What they did not have was some one qualified to make sure the work was done. Contractors did not use shoddy materials or any host of things. His father was Deputized as a UNSC Marshal. His job was to inspect fine or arrest those who abused government funding for expansion projects. Full time job for any one.

Few knew he was Jonathan Carlson son. Only time he was ever involved was in High School a kid name Shawn was upset that his father lost his job through no fault of his own. He found out that Arden was the son of the person who caused them so much grief. Ambushing Arden as he left school. The two teens fought for about an hour. Both were too tired to go on. It was a draw. Arden suffered a bloody lip bruised ribs. While Shawn had his noose broken. Both had scratches from rolling in the dirt on rocks.

Hearing a Noise Carlson rose to see Turner come in who waved him over as she knelt down. Carlson knelt down beside Turner on one knee. he looked out at the dam covered in moonlight." I have a Pelican coming for pick up. I am sorry for doing this." Turning her Silenced SMG to Carlson's face with finger on the trigger. " Don't move Captain." Arden's face was upset."Why are you doing this ? you are apart of the team." Turner shook her head no it dipped sadly."I..I Know you did not trust me at first but know that i am fallowing orders. I was contacted. Suffice to say that AIC thinks ONI is not going to use the codes for the intended purpose. Will use them for something better." A Pelican materialized out of the Darkness. Its VTOL jets washed over the plants. As it hovered Turner turned rushing off to it with a very hurt look keeping her gun on Carlson. Whiskey team woke up seeing a pelican rushed out to see it lift off.

Hope looked at Carlson surprised. " Sir ? did pick up come early ?" Haze pointed." Its leaving with out us." Carlson's chin touched his chest." No it was here to pick up Turner. I am sure the Covys noticed. Ward walked over while Nikki climbed down to speak with them. Carlson walked into the maintenance office. He kicked some metal containers. Calming down as he could hear the others outside discussing what happened.

Breaking radio silence was never a good thing. " Whiskey Three to Skywatch." after several tries he had Hope come in while Ward stood off to the side listening in. Haze was keeping watch but was listening as well. Niki climbed back up to her sniper perch." Hope i need you to get me a signal to Skywatch. Turner walked off with the package. Even said she had orders and pulled a gun on me. What i need to know now it if we have Covys closing in." Hope nodded opening her tablet she was able to get a secure channel. " Whisky Three to Skywatch. Mission has been compromised. Do you copy ?" A young female voice came over the headset." Whiskey Three we copy." Carlson paced while he spoke." We need eyes in the sky to tell us if we have Tangos heading towards us." A older male voice answered" We will be in touch with that and the Agent in charge of this Op." Carlson Nodded looking over to his team. " Every one get into defensive positions. Sgt Ward i want you to keep an eye out with Niki on things." Waiting was the hard part.

Sgt. Ward went out the door. Twenty minutes went agonizingly slow. Finally Carlson herd a different woman's voice."Whiskey Three Willow here. Do you have the package ? Is the Spartan safe ?."Negative package is not here. Spartan is safe." Haze spoke up." Sierra two five is combat ready." Commander Willow spoke in a pleased tone." Good to hear from you Warrant Officer. Now Captain tell me what happened.?" " Lieutenant Turner took package. She said she was under orders. Took off on a Pelican. This happened twenty minutes ago."

Commander Willow sounded distressed." I am sending Evac Bird to you're location." The young female voice came on again." This is Skywatch Control you have enemy forces inbound. Two Drop Ships with escorts. ETA is just under five mikes. A Fast moving ground force is heading towards you as well. Evac Bird will be on station in Ten Mikes. Skywatch out."

Whiskey Company spread out taking cover. Now all they had to do was hold out just long enough to be picked up. Hope gave Haze her silenced SMG saying" My shoulder hurts too much to fire it." Haze with Carlson would take the main administration building. Ward was out near the river where the Cart Storage area was. Hope Was in the office area looking over satellite footage from Skywatch's last pass. Niki waited while Carlson worried. Nothing to do now but wait.





[Edited on 03.29.2012 11:10 PM PDT]

  • 03.29.2012 1:11 PM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Six:Rock and a Hard Place

0337 Hrs November 8Th 2527 Harvest

Captain Arden Carlson breathed shallowly as the Covy Drop ships were illuminated buy Harvests two moons. Two Spirits with a Banshee escort. Each Spirit hovered over the two sides of the Dam's docking areas near the river. As the enemy recon force jumped down the Drop ships moved off having unloaded all its personnel.

A force of five Elites leading fifteen Grunts and five Jackals spread out. Each Elite was color coded. These were the big aliens they encountered before. Three Blue elites with one red while the leader wore gold. Carlson's DMR lined up on a Elite as he waited for Niki to take the first shot. She fired on the Elite who was the closest. Her shot proving she was perhaps the best sniper in the battalion. Maybe the entire 82ND. It hit the alien in the head at its ears ? As this blue elite spun to the ground. Whiskey Team greeted the enemy with a hail of fire. It was a good thing they had a bunker like window to see the enemy. Plasma blasts hit concrete administration buildings sending bits off in different directions that were not pulverized.

Enemies aim was accurate it was that the humans could crouch down from being hit. After Whiskey team killed two more Elites. Grunts rushed up shooting plasma pistols trying to lob grenades into the concrete slit windows. Carlson emptied his DMR into the Grunts. One had a grenade in hand it was active. The other Grunts did not notice as it blew killing three. Still despite this they pressed forward as grenades were hurled at Carlson who ran out of the room. He was in roiling Next to Haze as three energy grenades exploded behind him. Sgt Ward hit them with his grenade launcher while they were busy trying to suppress the humans inside. Two grenades from Wards grenade launcher turned it into a rout.

Remaining Grunts fell back to the Jackals apparently scared. One was so scared he tripped over a root. Elites formed up with with the Jackals who moved forward. Grunts hid behind the bigger allies advancing as they did. This shield defence seemed to work as they were able to advance closer. Carlson set up at the door." Ward Hit them before they get closer."Carlson directed over the raid. He waited as Ward fired then ducked back into the storage shed. his grenade went off but did little damage."Use Flash bangs!" Covys sent a hail of fire at Sgt Ward who was in cover now."Hit them with grenades. I will pop out get as many as i can." They sure did not cover this kind of situation in Delta training.

Flash bangs from Hope and Carlson rolled out blinding the enemy. Grenades fallowed by the distinct sound of the grenade launcher firing. Haze fallowed the captain out unleashing accurate bursts. Several shots from Niki made a gap as two jackals were sniped. Energy shields flared on the Elites who were blinded. Carlson Emptied his DMR into the golden elite. Its shields were stronger than normal. His bullets were deflected easily. As he was reloading they came out of it. Haze managed to kill two more Jackals. Hope popped up as the Grunts came out to fire. She downed two with her Silence Magnum. One of Wards hits brought down the shield on the Red Elite who fired his Plasma Repeater at Carlson.

Carlson flew back being hit in the Chest and his thigh. Had he been unarmored it would have been fatal. Haze rushed forward as Carlson was thrown against the wall. She went for the Golden Elite. This Red Elite moved forward seeing his DMR was three feet from him. Hope shot the elite several times allowing Carlson a chance to draw his own Silence Magnum. Carlson focused past the pain to fire at the big aliens head. As the Elite dropped to the ground Hope rushed out to drag him inside.

Haze went one on one with the Golden Elite who fired a plasma rifle. Then drew a energy sword on the Spartan. Haze Grabbed a rusted pipe about three feet in length using it as a club. Rushed forward meeting the Elite in a Duel. Both parryed trying to find a weakness. Finally Wards Silenced SMG Dropped the Elites shield as he emptied it into the back of the alien from fifty yards. Carlson never seen an Elite retreat but this one did. It Jumped back saying in clear English." You have stolen from us humans but know i will find you again. When i do not even the gods will save you." It shook its sword in defiance leaping into the river in a surprise move. Niki fired but she was too late missing. They never did see that Golden Elite again that entire battle.

Hope was administering first aid to Carlson. He would live until the Pelican Arrived. Haze tossed the pipe walking back over to Carlson." Sir you would make a hell of a Spartan." Gritting his teeth. As Hope injected him with a pain med cocktail. "They would take my team away. Anyways where is that golden alien ?" Haze nodded to the river." He swam underwater. "Hope Injected him with a stimulant cocktail that was Adrenaline with other drugs to keep the person going even while injured. Tiredness faded with the heaviness. Carlson was helped to his feet. A Pelican swooped down like an angle in the moonlight. Its cargo door was open as hit hovered a few feet from the ground. A crew chief helped them inside. As every one got settled the pelican rose in the air. Sitting inside was a woman who wore a blue navy jumpsuit. She smiled at them." You must be Whiskey Team."

Carlson Nodded." Yes we are." It must be Commander Willow. Her brown hair was styled around her face like she walked out of a salon. Walking over to Carlson while Hope had him unlatch his body armor." You must be Captain Carlson." Commander Willow went towards Haze who had a private chat. Nothing could be herd over the Pelicans thrusters. They were both speaking low. After Hope dressed Carlson's wounds he sat down again. His stomach was burned it looked second degree. His right thigh had minor burns. They Landed at UNSC F.T. Cartwright just outside of New Georgetown. They were met by medical personnel and a Squad of M.P.'s who were with them at all times. Willow told them to wait while she found more. They were told not to speak to any one about what happened.

Carlson knew this would lead to an investigation. He hated Spooks sometimes because you never knew what the agenda was. All he could hope for was that his team would get out of it. Being swamped in legal issues meant they were not in the field doing something useful. Doctor gave him a shot that put him right out. Waking up sometime later he noticed Hope in the next bed to his. She was sleeping peacefully. He cared a great deal for his team. All he could do now was heal then get ready for what ever happens next.



  • 03.30.2012 1:22 AM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

November 3rd 2556 Earth

Col. Arden J. Carlson squinted as the afternoon sun hung overhead.thinking back long ago. As he looked up at a Hawk in the sky.Back in them days things were different. We knew very little. Covys knew a great deal yet it took years for us to understand them. Wars never make sense unless you are the leader who has many reasons for doing so. Most of the Prophets were dead so it was safe to assume that what they knew died with them. Still on the other side of the coin. Arden never did trust AIC or ONI that well unless it was some one they worked with for a long time.

UNSC was at a disadvantage for quite some time. Reasons for the war are still unclear. Yet as time went on a pattern emerged. Things that related to there Religion. Intel tried all sorts of things to understand how the Covenant worked. Liz was able to crack the Covenant Language. She was one of the better ONI operatives. She thought out things in long range terms. She could speak 16 languages fluently and knew over 30. She has a Doctorate of Arts and Literature. Her Essay on body language drew interest from all over. I learned later she was apart of Project Mars. It was a group of UNSC Intelligence personnel, Scientist and Engineers who were studying the Covenant races and everything about them.

Humans are complex but other alien races. This threw every one for a loop. It was like some movie or something. Change happens to every one but is it good or bad change ? Will we be OK with it as people. We grow from that change making us stronger. Yet we frightened the Covy's. That the human spirit will endure. That we overcome and adapt. It frightened them so much they glassed many planets. It was this same spirit that allowed us to endure. Allowed us to find a solution to finally end a long bitter war.

  • 03.30.2012 11:12 AM PDT
Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.(Part One-Seven)

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Seven: When it Rains it Pours.

0700 hrs November 17Th 2527 Harvest

Captain Arden J. Carlson waited in a office on the base. Sun shone down outside with fluffy white clouds moving past. Snow wet the ground earlier at night making things wet. It was getting cooler out so pretty soon snow will stay. A few trees beside the window of this office. Looking around the office it was pretty standard for a UNSC officer. Metal Desk with chairs. Other than the personal effects, Photos or degrees it was pretty spartan.

He sat thinking about the wounds he suffered. Doctors gave him some skin graphs. He healed pretty well. He hated when you did not know what was going to happen but you had to wait. Nine days had passed. He was getting edgy about being cooped up. Giving the nurses hard time about leaving.

Lt. Colonel Natalia Linnets X.O. of 2ND Battalion entered. Arden was found an Army Dress uniform yesterday. It was a bit stiff but politely smiled as she entered. Her brown hair was greying but she still had that fire in her hazel eyes. He stood up came to attention before she nodded to him. As they both sat down. She brought up his file on her computer monitor. Looking over at him she smiled." Captain Arden J. Carlson. UNSC Army. Serial Number 875943234. Special Forces. Currently with Whiskey Team a Delta unit. 82ND Airborne. is that correct ?" He nodded as she took a sip of coffee from her mug with the Division logo on it." You graduated from collage with a Bachelor's Degree in History. Specialised in military history. Commissioned into the UNSC Army in 2524. Given special forces training after basic. Joining the Rangers. Destroyed a rebel ammo depot with platoon with out any losses. Sent to USW training center on Reach. Promoted then sent here to take part in ongoing operations."

Carlson gave a curt nod." Yes Ma'am that is correct." She leaned back in her chair." Then what happened with Operation:Phantom.? Right now i got ONI breathing down the Colonels and my neck. Also they are trying to blame you for the loss of the data but i know this is not exactly true." Rubbing her temples." Captain this not making it easy for me but i see no choice but to have you retrieve the codes. I received information from Division HQ about Gryphon's Company. Apparently they need the codes for some kind of AIC operation that very well could bring the siege of Harvest to a end. ONI has a habit of making things disappear. As for who Graphing Company is they are a group of civilian contractors who investigate or find solutions to unusual problems. I cannot tell you about what they are doing. Because they do not exist. If it did exist then they would be located to the coordinates i am giving you now." She handed him a piece of paper. He memorized them handing it back.

" Also Captain anything you see or do down there never happened. Liz will be waiting with a pelican at 0800 tomorrow." Lt. Col. Linnets turned to her computer bringing up paper work. Standing up Captain Carlson Saluted putting his officers cap on his head. Walking out. Well at least there was not going to be an official investigation. He took a ride with some MP's to a sectioned off housing area. He would have to break it to the team. Exiting the warthog his team were hanging outside the house waiting for him to arrive. Haze was now assigned to his team. Her armor repaired. Wounds healed she still was recovering from the loss of her team.

Walking over he took off his officers cap." Well we leave tomorrow. O800 hrs for a Pelican ride. This is another you did not see anything OP. Ready to move out at 0700 hrs. I want all of you looking mean nasty Rangers ready to kick ass. Also do not discuss it among yourself or with any one else. Briefing will be done in route so make sure you go prepared. Until then enjoy the day." They dispersed as he walked inside. Went upstairs to take a long nap.

[Edited on 04.02.2012 12:36 PM PDT]

  • 04.02.2012 3:02 AM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Eight:Hiding in Plain Sight.

0630 hrs November 18Th 2527 Harvest.

Captain Carlson woke up filled with dismay. He was trained to keep his team positive. Keep the objective in mind. Things seem to catch up with you. Stress from the situation is both physical and mental. You don't have to be trained to care about those you serve with. It becomes natural. This reminded him of the Alamo. Surrounded by enemies they held on to galvanize a state. Allowing General Sam Houston time to gather his forces and boost morale with the famous battle cry" For the Alamo.!"

It is different when you read about these epics. While in collage he got to take part in a archaeological dig for cannonballs. It was very interesting at the time. He went to Berkley Collage on Earth. His father determined his son get a proper education. Now he was apart of history. One that he could not tell any one. Military was a good choice to further his education. Get the skills he needed. So with the Collage Deferment Fund. Being trained to be a proper officer is one one thing. Being a sent for Ranger training is another.

He got out of bed to get ready for the day ahead. Shower shave and getting dressed he had time to go downstairs make him self a bagel. Nikki was enjoying a cup of tea while looking out at many of the empty base housing. Smiling as he entered the kitchen he had his bagel in the toaster. " Hi Captain." Arden smiled back." Good Morning Niki." She held out her cup." Having one last luxuries before we leave here. I wish we could stay longer to enjoy a peaceful day." Arden grabbed his toasted bagels. Put cream cheese on them looked out the window."I do too. I have been thinking about Forthright,About many things when we got back. I feel as if i am on a ship that is in a Storm yet we can not seem to hold on too well." Taking a bite of his bagel he leaned back in his chair. She reached out a hand patting his." Sir. that is why we have each other. We must help one another to ride out the storm. but i tell you now i miss home more than anything. My mothers fresh made Yaki-Soba is heavenly. We are here to try to make sure those things stay that way. We all feel the same about Top sir. He was a good man." Quiet filled the Kitchen as the others came down the stairs for one last cup of Coffee.
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0800 hrs

Whiskey team hoped out of Warthogs to walk across the tarmac entering the Pelicans cargo door. Commander Elizabeth Willow had light body armor over her UNSC Grey/Blue dress uniform. Carlson was glad they were able to change into there body armor. Mp's stopped at a empty hanger while they got ready. Handing them ammo before being driven over to the Pelican.

Sgt. Ward sat next to him on the pelican. Once all of Whiskey team was on board. Elizabeth notified the pilot it was time to go."We can take off when you are ready." She took a seat near Carlson who was currently checking over his gear. As the Pelican lifted off. pilot from the front called back."Any idea where we are headed ?" Carlson whispered the coordinates to the pilot then headed back to his seat.

Sgt Ward leaned over."Sir you sure this is a good idea.?" Carlson shook his head up and down.." We are going to get Turner back find out what this mess is about. Lets hope no one gets trigger happy." Ward leaned back in his seat now quiet. Carlson knew that the conversation was not really over. Looking his team over. He looked each one in the eyes. All of them depended on him. Why did it feel he was in over his head. Five hours later at the base of Mt. Storm in the Asgard Mountain range they landed.

Pilot could not get closer due to heavy Covy air activity. They were five miles away from Gryphon Companies coordinates. About an hour later they arrived. It was a old geological monitoring station. More like a farm with a concrete grain silo. Mercenaries were hidden in the rocks to ambush any hostile enemy forces. Carlson left Ward, Hope and Tokugawa to watch there backs in case something happened. Two Gryphon's Company Soldiers walked out to meet the three. " Sir, Ladies this area is closed off. Even to Spartans." Commander Willow smiled at the corporal." I am Commander Elizabeth Willow. ONI Section Six." flashing her identification." With me are Captain Carlson of the 82ND Airborne Rangers. Warrant Officer Haze. We are looking for Lieutenant Turner or who ever is in charge. They stole my codes. I want them back so i can complete my work." Corporal walked away calling it in while the other soldier smiled at them." One Moment."

After a chat the Corporal waved for them to fallow. They were lead into once was a geological survey building. Once inside was an A.I. who was no doubt surrounded by Gryphon's Companies leaders. The only non Gryphon's Company members standing in the cold was Turner who seemed to be assisting a Blond woman dressed in her Battle Dress Uniform. Turner seeing them entered. Looked down ashamed seeing Carlson. As the three approached the Blond Major looked them over." What can i do for you ?" Liz gave a chilling smile." First you can cut the crap. Second i am here for the Codes you stole." Carlson chipped in." I would like the Codes as well. Turner should come with us. She has much to answer for back at HQ."

" My name is Major Alice Hernandez. With AIC. We are in a critical stage of Operation:Firelight. I do not know what you have been told but i have not received any help. My requests for ONI to give certain data or any assistance have gone ignored. With me are Serenity Gryphon Company's A.I. Her caretaker Dr. Allen Carver. Also helping are Dr. William Anders. Dr. Jone Carver and Captain Ramirez who is in charge of the security Element." As Major Hernandez introduced each one they smiled or gave a slight nod.

" You can have the codes back since Serenity found the one we needed. We are going to use a captured enemy drop ship to take over a battlecruiser. Gather intel then place a virus that will crash the ship into the staging area. After a great deal of analysis with limited resources. This should work. We didnt have the team to do it till now." Major Hernandez looked at them expectantly. Ward, Hope and Nikki walked in escorted by two others Gryphon personnel. Carlson Temper flared " My team got left high and dry. Now you want me to go on a mission for you when you caused this !?" Major Hernandez sighed." I had no choice. Turner was one of my best students. I gave the order because i needed those codes. ONI would have locked them away. My chance to make this happen would have been lost. We need more information on what they are after. The Covenant are looking for something. So while we are at it i figured we would give our forces here a fighting chance." Major Hernandez looked over to Lieutenant Turner who remained quiet.

All eyes were on her." Captain, Commander this could be our chance to find out what is going on." Commander Willow looked upset now." This nearly jeopardized my work!. I am so close to cracking the alien language. You nearly pulled the rug for my work. The UNSC would have been unable to understand what information they were giving or how to understand a computer panel. Do you realize what you nearly put into jeopardy with this!." The globe was handed to Liz who took it into her arms like a babe. Turner looked sad." I understand but it was more than that. I ask you do this Captain. Help us to end this conflict. Major Hernandez would not have asked if it was not important." Liz looked at Carlson." You are not really thinking about doing it are you ?"

Carlson did not know what to think so he walked off. Sgt Ward Fallowed. Carlson stood under a tree. Thinking it over in his mind. He could just walk away but what would that say about him self and his team. Ward stood beside him looking at the partially snowed ground. Hints of grass poked through the white snow." Captain..Arden." Ward begin." Look sir. I know you do not want to be a Hero go all in but it might change the war. Before i joined i was Mechanic. Originally from New Orleans i learned a great deal about machines. Also about my self. That sometimes a person would bring in a car. But no one would do it but me. Those kind of jobs need to be done. Not for the others who wont do them. Because they need doing. I resented haveing to do those jobs constantly. But i took pride in knowing i did them. They did matter." Ward patted the Captains shoulder before leaving him to his thoghts.

[Edited on 04.02.2012 3:40 PM PDT]

  • 04.02.2012 3:37 PM PDT
Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.(Part One-Eight)

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Author would like to thank bungie. I will remain here lurking around etc. Thank you for letting me post my Stories and other stuff up here. I Remember when i seen Halo for the first time. At Com Dex. Halo 2 was just Debuted but i was working security so could not play. Just getting off work would look bad if i did. I look forward to the Next Bungie Creation.(Would love to work for bungie doing security lol)

Anyways i look forward to lurking around here for a long time. It has been the fans who i should thank as well because with out you world domination would be short lived. Even with the change over i shall bow down to Bungie. Mt Dew as well. Thanks for the Memories. I made many friends. Thanks to everyone.-Commander.

[Edited on 04.02.2012 3:58 PM PDT]

  • 04.02.2012 3:48 PM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Nine:Audible
0246 hrs Harvest.

Carlson went back inside with Ward. Techs with the help of Serenity were establishing a link of some kind. Dr. Carver was assisting with the satellite link. While this was going on Kristina approached Whiskey Team." Captain i..i am sorry." She seemed conflicted." Once this is over you have allot to answer for Lieutenant." Carlson said calmly.

Finally the link established. Major General Hershel Allen face appeared on screen. 82ND Airborne division commander. With him was a First Sargent who was his staff clerk." General Sir." Major Hernandez saluted." General Allen hair was mostly silvered with some white." Major i have some concerns about this plan you want to do. First we don't know anything about the Covenant language. Second we don't have a clue how to operate there ships. Even with A.I. help it would take months. We are operating in the dark. But the idea does have merit."

General took a old style paper file into his hand reading it passing it to the Sergeant next to him." We are going to improvise. Operation Firelight is a go but you will need two things. We will be improvising. All Are Tier one objectives. First you need to get a Suitcase Nuke. One is available currently in the hands of a ODST team. Who's Mission was scrubbed. They are operating out of a forward outpost in Misty vale Forest." A 2D map flashed on screen to show where the General was speaking about. Then back to him." You will need a team to take on the mission. I know you have a captured drop ship. Captain Carlson ? " Carlson Stepped forward.

" Captain, I need you to volunteer for this op. You will get full support for this operation." Captain Carlson came to attention."Sir my team can get it done." "Good with a Spartan you should be able to accomplish it. Now that ONI has its codes they cant hold out on me. You will need a supply drop to reach the first objective. We will prioritize what ever you need along the way. Its a long sixty miles to the outpost. Possible enemy hostiles in the area. The Captured drop ship will pick you up. Take you to this Covenant Corvette class cruiser. It is hovering over a staging area."

"ONI is interested in what the Covy's are looking for or what they are interested in. Get any data you can from the Corvette. Plant the nuke near its power source. Right now we don't have any teams to take this on. ODST's should help you. You are it. Good luck." General Allen image blinked out as many faces were disgusted.

Major Hernandez turned to him." We will feed you updates. You are Code Named Wolf Pack. Supply drop will be on the road five miles from here. While you get the Nuke. We will be preparing the drop ship." Carlson waved for his team to fallow him. Hope using her tablet during the briefing. Pointed to the direction of the road. An hour later they reached the road. Two Pelicans came in dropping off Warthogs. They also dropped some supply crates. Food Ammo even a selection of weapons. Ward broke the silence " Well seeing how we are going in hot i think i will take this nice rocket launcher." Carlson smiled at Ward as he put on his jet pack.

After loading up with gear Carlson called a team meeting glad to leave the mess behind at the farm for now. He looked at there faces each one depended on one another. They depended on him." OK listen up. Harvest is depending on us. We link up with the ODST's get what we need to get. Scoot over for pick up then finish this. Eyes open while we drive. Keep it tight." Meeting over they mounted up. Haze drove off While Carlson sat in the passenger seat of the first Warthog. Both hogs drove down a muddy road until they were into the mountains full of snow. Carlson sat in his seat thinking over what might happen. It scared him to think of the possibilities.

[Edited on 04.07.2012 11:41 AM PDT]

  • 04.07.2012 11:38 AM PDT
Subject: [Novel]Wiskey Team: Wolf Pack On The Rise.(Part Nine Up)

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Ten:Catch 22

0612 hrs (Outside of Kovo)

Captain Arden J. Carlson had this awareness that he was in over his head. As a kid he faced challenges that he over came academic wise. Put into special classes then in high school he didnt exactly get the best education but he was able to get his diploma. Went to Collage it was a rough start but he was able to get tutors and learned a great deal of history.

He felt like the Aztecs or American Indians who were being overwhelmed with superior technology. A different culture that threatens to push a civilization or a people to genocide. This is what the Covenant are doing. His education gave him a better understanding of the problems faced at those times. Overcoming obstacles. Riding in the Warthog with him was Haze who was driving and Hope was on the gun. In back of them was the Rocket Hog. Ward on the rockets with Niki driving. He had spent the drive over the mountains thinking.

They could see Kovo burning from the distance. Once a booming mining town with city street bustling with people. Now it is swarming with Convent who have retaken the town. It lay at a strategic point that allowed access into the Misty vale forest. This town was innovating new mining techniques. Now it is a place of carnage and death. This town has been fought for many times. UNSC forces use it to resupply those on the front. Covy's attack here to cut off supplies.

UNSC forces were engaging the Covenant for the town. Going around was not an option due to the bridge that crossed a river valley below. From the distance gunfire with the distant sound of plasma blasts could be herd." Raven two-four to Raven elements come in. We are pined down by tanks need assistance." Came over a channel." Raven Two-four this is Raven Five. We are unable to get to you at this time. Hold on until we can reinforce you over." " We will do our best."

As they got closer seeing what was going on. Covys had two Wraiths pounding buildings with plasma fire while Grunts moved up with Elites leading them. UNSC troopers fired from emplacements while the Covy forces had no cover firing as they advanced. Jackals reinforced this recon wave advancing from the rear.

Both Warthogs entered this battle. Hope opened up on the infantry while Ward let loose with a rocket pod burst to clear a path to those Wraiths. Both Hogs plowed into infantry cutting a swath. Each Warthog split up one going after the tanks while the other fishtailed for another pass. Soldiers cheered while a single remaining .50 cal fired to cover them. Galvanized troopers opened up with everything they had.

Elites fired with grim determination. Grunts tried to slow them down with EMP blasts. Enemy survivors did not last long after a counter attack. Ward had been keeping the tanks busy. Using his hogs maneuverability he was able to down one tank. Second one chased him some before a single trooper unleashed his Rocket launcher from a rooftop. Hitting the power source causing it to explode. With the last Wraith down medics came out to help the wounded into the mines.

About fifteen minutes later. One officer with Two M.P.'s at his side walked over to Arden who was looking over Map data with Hope. Exiting his hog to face Approaching Major. Carlson Jumped down. Hope was showing the Data next to his passenger side but now looked up at what Carlson was looking at." Sir Skywatch is reporting-" " I am Major Cartwright. In Command of Kovo. Who are you Captain.?" Carlson smiled his visor obscuring his face." Captain Carlson, 82ND Airborne Rangers, Whiskey Team. Sir we are trying to find the forward command post." Major Cartwright sighed deeply." I asked for reinforcements a week ago. Those crazy marines set up an artillery base not far from here. So getting to it will be a problem. It will take an air strike to get most of it clear again. Good luck with that. All air strikes are for front line use unless you have priority clearance. They expect me to sent supply convoys up that way. We loose too many men then end up turning around."

" Sir perhaps we can help each other out. We can call in a air strike. You help us get to that forward command post.?" Major Cartwright smiled." Best news i have herd all day." Specialist Hope will go with you sir to coordinate everything." Carlson Smiled at Hope who shook the Majors hand." Glad to meet you sir." Cartwright waved for her to fallow him down into the Mine." This way. I will have my men show you where you can rest Captain. It is not safe up here."

Carlson tugged off his helmet. Remembering the faces of those who fought here. He looked up at Harvests sun squinting. Reading about it is different than actually being apart of it. He wanted to morn those who fallen but his duty compelled him to go on. He must complete the mission. Ward stepped over" Captain ? You got a minute." Carlson silently nodded yes." Sir each of us are behind you 100 percent. We just want to know if command is going to settle things with ONI. AIC is making it hard on those who operate in the field. That squabble looks bad on both sides for them not wanting to cooperate more. It makes it harder for us in the field. My other concern is these Gryphon company folks who can walk off with what we learn sell it to a Company. Personally i would like to put all of them in time out. Till they play nice." Ward Chuckled.

Carlson Nodded in agreement smiling." Well you know ONI is not keen on giving up anything once they have it. Yes nothing would please me more than to give each one some punishment but we need them right now. I Dislike having to jump hoops to clear names. I would rather take Turner who i see was manipulated to do what she did. She is still accountable for her actions. Sergeant i hope she realizes some of this mess is her doing. Right now i want a beer and shower. Lets head down to see what Hopes doing." Patting Wards shoulder throwing his head in the direction of a Mine.





[Edited on 04.08.2012 2:36 PM PDT]

  • 04.08.2012 2:33 PM PDT

"Life to you stepson and everlasting glory. " Thifes World.

Part Eleven:Driving On

0402 hrs November 19Th 2527(Kovo)

Waking up Carlson swung his feet to the floor. He was used to sleeping in his uniform while in the field. Grabbing his Weapons putting them in place. Pulled on his boots. Put his helmet on. Walked down to use the latrine. These mines go down for miles. UNSC forces use them currently for storage and a Barr ix. After using the latrine he headed up to see what Major Cartwright was doing at the Communications Center.

Cartwright stood up as the Captain entered. " Good to see you Captain. Coffee ?."Carlson nodded slowly coming awake." A Blizzard blew in while you slept." Carlson took his cup of coffee in a paper cup. Adding sugar to it he took a sip letting it warm his cold bones." Also a message came for you. Wolf Pack Two said she needed to talk to Alpha Wolf. It was urgent." Carlson had his helmet half off set down his coffee." I am going for a walk." Heading up to mine shaft entrance a blizzard swirled around outside.

Carlson Keyed his secure link to Gryphon's Command Center some sixty miles away. " Alpha Wolf To Wolf Pack Two. Can you give me a SITREP. ?" He repeated once more. Five minutes later Turners voice came over the line." Captain, I have bad news. Major Hernandez with most of the Gryphon's Company Command staff were shot down. We are unsure if the Coveys IFF was working properly or Who actually shot them down. Serenity with the help of Commander Willow. Have been helping me figure out what happened. About 2532 hrs last night we got a coded call. They were too far into Covenant territory to send out search and rescue birds. That blizzard also has grounded all planes in the area." Carlson Shook his head silently." You did the best you could. Gather what Intel you have about Covy forces in this area. I think i might have a plan. Alpha Wolf out."

Carlson did not see Haze approach him. He stood looking outside. " Captain ?" Carlson Turned to W.O. Haze putting on a brave smile." Yes.?" She looked at him for a moment." You seem distant sir." A pause before Carlson answered." Well things have changed. Our ride got shot down. Soldiers seem to get killed allot around me for some reason. Ever meet First Sargent Forthright ? You probably didnt but we lost him our last op."
Haze put a hand on his shoulder." Sir you put too much blame on you're shoulders. Next you will tell me that my team is you re fault as well. People die sir. But you all made me feel better about it. Showing me kindness. We have both lost but we have gained as well. Our grief has made us stronger. As long as we remember they live on with us."

Carlson Considered her words for a short time." I am glad then. Sooner this war ends the sooner we all can morn our lost friends and build new lives if we wish." Haze Smiled at him." It has been hard losing my team. But i.." She fell silent. Carlson understood." They were like family. I was briefed somewhat on what they did. Kidnapping children seems extreme but i can understand how they were more than soldiers. Friendships form, even under the harshest discipline." Haze took off her helmet tucking it under a arm." Sir i admire you for being open about how you feel. It is hard for us Spartans to be so open. Many just see us as killing machines." Carlson took off his helmet looking into her green eyes." You are a human being like the rest of us. Just super powered. Personally i like you Haze. Even would ask you on a date. But regs state i can't date a member of my unit. So let us remain friends. Good thing regs don't prohibit expressing how we feel." Carlson chuckled. Haze Nodded to him blushing a bit.

Patting her shoulder he walked inside with her blushing him self." Well i am cold. Lets see what the Major has for us as far as cold weather gear. I just hope my idea works." They both walked down the mineshaft with a positive attitude.

  • 04.09.2012 9:17 PM PDT