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Lethal Justice Chapter 11

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“Colonel Ray Schoonover, United States Marine Corps.”

“Do you swear to tell the truth, the whole truth and nothing but the truth, so help you God?”

“I do.” My heart pounded, either caused by the three cups of coffee I had drank a few hours prior or the fact that I felt like I was hearing something I shouldn’t. I had maneuvered myself into the very front pew of the public gallery, and now I definitely couldn’t miss a single moment of this trial.

“Colonel, how long have you known the defendant?”

“I'd say, the better part of a decade. Most of his career in the Marine Corps”

“So you're familiar with his service in the Middle East? Afghanistan, Pakistan, Iran?”

“Yes, very familiar.” Colonel Ray Schoonover seemed like an honest man, but I wasn’t about to make assumptions on just a few words.

“I wonder if you could tell us how Lieutenant Frank Castle won the Navy Cross?” I felt my heart in my throat, suddenly in on the big secret that Foggy was working on right in front of my eyes. This seemed like a media trick. Foggy is putting both sides of the story out, just like any good lawyer does, and ensuring that the public knows that Frank isn’t just some trigger-happy killer.

“Lieutenant Frank Castle was part of a small team. He was conducting a close target reconnaissance in the vicinity of the Hindu Kush. The mission became compromised, taking enemy contact on three sides. Lieutenant Castle wanted to abort. Said the mission was a bust, pulling the plug would save lives. Officer in charge said ‘no’”.

“And why was that?”

“Maybe he wanted more medals on his chest. Doesn't matter. Either way, Frank was right. They were cut off, boxed into a canyon… Within the first hour, the officer in charge of that mission got his arm blown off. So Lieutenant Castle assumed command. His only goal was to get his men out alive. The enemy had set up an ambush at the only LZ that would accommodate one of our birds.”

“Sorry, Colonel?”

“LZ is a landing zone that can accommodate a helicopter. So the enemy, they block this landing zone, knowing it was the only shot the team had to get out alive..All they had to do was wait.They knew that Frank's team had to come to them.”

“Fish in a barrel.”

“So to speak. Only fish don't know they're gonna die. These men did.Frank went to the LZ all by himself to draw the bastards away.” I had learned more about Frank during this trial than I ever had as his neighbor. Really says something about trust, doesn’t it?

“Why didn't he order one of his men to do it? He certainly could have…”

“Not his style. So the men hear the fire fight break out. All hell breaks loose. Frank against God knows how many,and then there was silence.The team thinks, ‘That's it, Frank's dead, and we're next’.Next sound they hear is the helos, the helicopters. They get to the landing zone, you know what they see? Frank Castle, standing there, grinning. Thirty-two muj surrounding him, all dead. Son of a gun cleared that entire LZ all by himself.”

Oh, so he’s been crazy like this even before he was the Punisher?

“How?”

“By being Frank Castle.”

“And his men survived?”

“All of 'em,Including the idiot officer that got 'em trapped in the first place.”

“If you had to sum up Frank Castle, how would you do it?” If I had a voice, I would describe him as crazy but very handsome. If only he didn’t have a criminal record, maybe we could have been something.

“I would say Frank Castle is a man who would gladly give his life to keep others safe.”

“And the crimes he's accused of today? Could the man you knew have committed them?”

“Absolutely not. Lieutenant Frank Castle that I know is a hero. A man who deserves our respect and our gratitude. Not the same man.”

I wish I could convince myself it “the same man”, but I had witnessed Frank’s violent tendencies and knew it was still him. Maybe he was different during his time as a Marine, but now he was the Punisher, no matter how just his killing sprees were.

“I'd like to personally thank you for your service to this country, Colonel. My father served in Vietnam,” Reyes announced as if it was a justification for what she might say during her cross-examination.

“Do you know what he told me about medals?”

“No, ma'am” Somehow, Schnoover remained respectful. I know I wouldn’t if I were on the stand.

“He said the only people who truly know what happened are the ones that were there. You told a nice story, Colonel but how can we know that it happened the way you described?”

“Well, perhaps I wasn't clear...I was there, ma'am. That officer that didn't listen to Frank, got his men trapped you're looking at him. And believe me when I tell you, I thank God every day that I only lost my arm. That man saved my life, the lives of his entire team. If it was up to me, he'd have a Medal of Honor hanging around his neck.”

Holy shit. You tell her, Ray Schnoover.

“...The bullet penetrated Mr Castle's skull in the lower right quadrant, or more specifically, the sphenofrontal suture, which is the cranial suture between the sphenoid bone and the frontal bones, both here and here.” I had been zoning in and out for some of the trial, but I couldn’t pull my eyes away anymore. I sat in my seat, legs crossed as I took down notes, equally intrigued and shocked by the information I was hearing.

“I believe what my expert witness is trying to convey is that my client, Frank Castle, was shot point blank, execution style, in the head. Could you please describe the damage Mr. Castle sustained from the bullet?”

“It fragmented on impact, causing damage in both the right frontal lobe and temporal lobe of his brain.”

“What are the effects of such an injury?” Seeing Foggy in the courtroom was different then how I had experienced him in the past. It was a welcome change.

“Mr. Castle is suffering from what we call sympathetic storming. It's a heightened and ongoing state of fight or flight, in which the sympathetic nervous system is hyperactive. As if he is reliving the incident of trauma over and over again. It can plunge a seemingly peaceful individual into mental and emotional chaos.”

“Could you define it for the jury, please?”

“Extreme emotional disturbance. It's twofold.First, the defendant is so emotionally disturbed that he loses control. And second, the defendant has a reasonable explanation for said disturbance, from his point of view.”

“Are you aware that Frank Castle's wife, son, and daughter were all murdered right in front of him when he sustained the brain injury in question? An injury which, you say, keeps him in a perpetual state of mental and emotional chaos?” My heart sunk. I had never actually heard about Frank’s family. I just filled in the blanks that they were gone. I didn’t know it was that bad. I felt sick.

“I am, yes.”

A few days later, I was back in the court room, this time much more nervous and much more eager to get the day over.

Frank’s testimony was scheduled for today.

I bounced my leg, as I quickly refreshed myself on my notes and desperately tried to conceal my fear.

“Uh, Your Honor, the Defense would like to call Frank Castle to the stand.” I held my breath as the bailiff brought Frank in, mostly out of anxiety, but also because he was wearing a suit.

Oh my god. He’s wearing a suit.

The bailiff whispered something to him, and the butterflies in my stomach dissipated and replaced themselves with something much worse.

Something wasn’t right.

“Do you solemnly swear that you will tell the truth, the whole truth, and nothing but the truth, so help you God?”

“Yeah.”

“Please state your name for the record.”

“Frank Castle.”

“Mr. Castle, you've been charged with multiple capital crimes.Been called a killer incapable of empathy or remorse.” Not true. Frank is one of the most empathetic people I know. But no one realizes that.

“Hmm, yeah. So I hear.”

“Frank... May I call you Frank?” Frank looked him up and down, almost dumbfounded by the question.

“Yeah.”

“Frank, we've heard a lot about neuro-chemistry and psychology, and all things unfolding, scientifically and otherwise, inside your brain. But I just have one question I want to ask: What happened that day? The day your family was so tragically killed. It's okay, Frank. I understand, it's difficult. Do you understand?”

“'Cause I don't think you understand shit.”

“I'd like permission to treat the witness as hostile, Your Honor?” Oh dear.

“Granted.”

“All right, Frank. You don't want to tell us? I'll tell you. I'm gonna tell you exactly what kind of man you are. You're the kind of man this city needs. Because, ladies and gentlemen of the jury, we all know this city needs help. Needs it now. Not tomorrow, not next week, not when the day comes, when the corruption that Wilson Fisk left in his wake is flushed out for good, and the police force is finally back on its feet. We need it now. 'Cause this city's been sick. And the cops, they can't fix it alone, they need - We all need men and women who are willing to take the fight themselves. The kind of people who risk their lives so that we can walk safe at night in our own neighborhoods. The ones our esteemed District Attorney here is trying so hard to destroy. New York needs these people. We need heroes.” The room erupted with applause.

“Order.”

“The help they offer and the hope that they provide. Frank Castle wanted to help, but he took it too far. He shot people, he killed people. It's against the law. And he broke that law many, many times. Now, I don't like him any more than you do, but here's the thing, he's not a common criminal. He's not malicious in intent. Frank Castle is actually a good man. He just - He doesn't know the difference between right and wrong anymore. And he doesn't need punishment for that. He needs help. Our help. That's the kind of man Frank Castle is. And now, you have to decide what kind of jury you want to be. No further questions, Your Honor.”

“Your, uh Your Honor? Can I say something?” Frank spoke up. We made eye contact for what felt like forever. I had stopped taking notes a long time ago, my hands preoccupied by twisting the beads on my jewelry around and around.

“You may.”

“You know those, uh. Those people? The ones I put down, the people I killed? I want you to know that I'd do it all again. This is a circus, all right? It's a charade, it's an act. It's bullshit about how crazy I am.” His anger filled the courtroom, and it did nothing to help my anxiety.

“Language.”

“I ain't crazy! I'm not crazy. Okay? I know what I did.I know who I am. And I do not need your help. I'm smack-dab in the middle of my right goddamn mind, and any scumbag, any any lowlife, any maggot piece of shit that I put down, I did it because I liked it!” “Order!”

“Hell, I loved it! I'm sittin' here, I'm I'm just itching. I'm itching to do it again. And you think What, you think you're gonna send me to a nuthouse? Some doctor, they're gonna get me to stop from doing what I want to do? Well, that ain't happening! Not on my watch! You people, you call me the Punisher, ain't that right? The big bad Punisher.” I sucked in a breath. This wasn’t right. This wasn’t him.

“Bailiff.”

“Well, here I am!” Frank shouted.

”Remove the witness.”

“You want it, you got it! I am the Punisher! I'm right here! You want it, I'll give it to you. And anybody who came here today to hear me whine, to hear me beg? Well, you can kiss my ass! Do you hear me? I'm guilty. Come on, please, Judge! I'm guilty, you hear me? I'm guilty! I'm guilty! I'll kill every one of 'em! I'll kill every single one!” The bailiff dragged him out as he screamed.

Tears pricked my eyes. He was sentenced promptly, as he confessed to his crimes, and court was dismissed. I made my way to the nearest bathroom, and was pleasantly surprised to see it was empty. I shut myself away into one of the stalls. My throat hurt from holding in my sobs, which quickly spilled from my eyes now that I was behind closed doors. My heart pounded, and I could hardly even catch my breath.

I loved Frank like oxygen. I had long ago come to terms that it wouldn’t work, but now, with the reality suddenly in front of me, I crumbled. Nothing could distract me from the waves of emotions coursing through my body.

I heard the door of the bathroom swing open, and heels click on the white tiles. I covered my mouth to mask my humiliating sobs and quickly attempted to compose myself. I pulled my sleeve over the palm of my hand and dabbed my tears away, all while listening for a stall door to close. Once I heard the click of the latch, I made my way out and made a desperate attempt to fix my makeup and left, keeping my head down.

This short chapter of my life had come to a close.

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desert

DESERT.

By MTD

Naomi:

Background: Naomi is a white woman of about 25 years old. She served in the French army, where she joined the GIGN (Intervention Group of the National Gendarmerie). Subsequently, she joined the Foreign Legion, which gave her international operational experience.

Skills: Due to her service in elite units, Naomi has exceptional skills in combat, survival tactics and firearms. She is also an expert in military strategy and field reconnaissance.

Role: Naomi is the leader of the group and brings her military discipline, leadership and expertise to accomplish the mission.

Amelia:

Background: Amelie served in the British army, in particular in the SAS (Special Air Service). She joined the Hexagon Mercenary Group by registration, attracted by dangerous and high-risk missions.

Skills: Amelie is an exceptional sniper, expert in long-range shooting. She is also skilled in sabotage, defusing explosives and survival in hostile environments.

Role: Amelie brings her sniper skills and her ability to eliminate threats from a distance, as well as her versatility in the field.

Aminata:

Background: Aminata served in the Rwandan army, then joined the Foreign Legion where she met Naomi. His service in conflict zones in Africa has given him a great deal of experience on the ground.

Skills: Aminata is an expert in combat medicine, able to treat serious injuries in an emergency situation. She is also competent in logistics and intercultural negotiation.

Role: Aminata is the doctor of the group, bringing her vital medical skills, as well as a deep understanding of cultures and regions in conflict.

Each of these characters has unique backgrounds and skills that make them complementary and essential to complete the mission. Their diversity of experiences and skills will be crucial to face the challenges of history.

1. Naomi :

Naomi is a woman of about 25 years old, of French nationality. She served in the French army, where she acquired high-level military skills.

Before joining the Hexagon Mercenary Group, Naomi was a member of the Intervention Group of the French National Gendarmerie (GIGN).

She also served in the Foreign Legion, where she strengthened her combat skills in difficult and hostile environments.

Naomi is a dedicated, disciplined and competent professional with extensive field experience. His shooting, tactics and survival skills are unmatched.

2. Amelia :

Amélie is a woman of British nationality. She joined the Hexagon Mercenary Group by open application.

Before joining the team, Amélie served in the British Army, where she was a member of the Special Air Service (SAS), an elite unit.

She is an expert in reconnaissance and precision shooting, and her expertise in electronic warfare is invaluable to the group.

Amélie is a seasoned fighter, calm under pressure, and she knows how to operate in hostile territory.

3. Aminata :

Aminata is a woman of Rwandan origin, about 21 years old. She has a complex personal history, having survived conflicts in Africa.

She served in the Rwandan army, where she developed combat and survival skills.

Aminata then joined the Foreign Legion, where she met Naomi, who became her close friend.

Her experience of survival in hostile environments and her knowledge of Africa make her a valuable asset for the team.

Each of these characters has a unique story that has prepared them to face the perilous mission that awaits them in the story. Their experience, skills and dedication are essential for the success of their mission to exfiltrate crucial secret documents in hostile territory.

Prologue - The geopolitical situation :

The story takes place in a desert region in the heart of the Middle East, where the temperatures are extremely high, and the sand burns like hell on earth. However, the real heat comes from the complex geopolitical situation in this region.

The terrorist threat of the Islamic State (IS) is constantly hovering. The Islamic State is a terrorist organization notoriously known for its destructive activities and extremist ideology. After suffering setbacks in Syria and Iraq, they are seeking to expand their influence in this crucial region, threatening stability and regional security.

Chapter 1 - The Crucial Mission :

The Hexagon Mercenary Group, an elite unit of seasoned soldiers, is recruited for a mission of the utmost importance. Their mission is to join an allied convoy of the Iraqi army. The objective is to exfiltrate secret documents from a strategic city under the control of the Islamic State. These documents are vital for the security of Europe, as they contain crucial information about the plans and operations of the Islamic State.

Chapter 2 - The importance of secret documents :

These documents are of vital importance for the security of Europe and the fight against international terrorism. The French and American governments have offered a substantial reward for the success of this mission, as failure could lead to terrorist reprisals on the continent.

Chapter 3 - The European geopolitical context :

Sending European special forces to this region would be risky, as it could provoke terrorist reprisals on the continent. Therefore, the Hexagon Mercenary Group is the last bulwark to accomplish this dangerous and crucial mission.

Chapter 4 - The personal issues of the protagonists :

Naomi, aged 25, is a former member of the French GIGN and the Foreign Legion. She served with distinction, but joined France to continue to serve her homeland and protect Europe from the terrorist threat.

Amélie, a young woman of about 30 years old, has a different story. Originally from the United Kingdom, she served in the British SAS. Her sniper skills have made her a valuable recruit for the Hexagon.

Aminata, 21, has an even more complex story. Originally from Rwanda, she served in her country's army before joining the Foreign Legion, where she met Naomi. Their friendship was forged in the trials of military life.

Chapter 5 - The spread of the threat :

The activities of the Islamic State are expanding rapidly, and their propaganda even influences the local populations, in particular the French and African civilians living in the region. This creates a climate of distrust and constant danger.

Chapter 6 - The role of the Hexagon Mercenary Group in the fight against the propaganda of the Islamic State :

The Hexagon Mercenary Group is more than just a military force. They are also engaged in covert operations to counter Islamic State propaganda and prevent their influence from spreading further. Naomi, Amélie and Aminata are at the heart of these operations.

Chapter 7 - Confrontation with the Islamic State :

The members of the Hexagon Mercenary Group are preparing for a confrontation with the Islamic State in a fictional region called Al-Wuyad, previously under the control of the Islamic State. It is a fictional war that broke out in 2015 following the attack on November 13, 2013 in Paris, reminiscent of real-life attacks.

Chapter 8 - The capture of the French Embassy and the fictional province of Al-Wuyad :

A secret operation to eliminate the leaders of the Islamic State fails, resulting in the seizure of the French embassy and the fictional province of Al-Wuyad by the Islamic State. The tension is rising, and the Hexagon Mercenary Group is preparing for a daring rescue mission.

Chapter 9 - The current situation :

We find Naomi, Amélie and Aminata in an armored vehicle, heading towards the meeting point with the Iraqi army. The arid desert stretches as far as the eye can see, as do the challenges and dangers that await them. The security of Europe rests on their shoulders.

It is a story of courage, determination and loyalty, where the characters face personal and geopolitical challenges. The arid desert is just a backdrop for this confrontation between dark forces and the determined heroes who stand as a bulwark against terror.

In the heart of the scorching desert, where the temperatures reached unbearable highs and the sand burned like hell on earth, the Hexagon Mercenary Group was silently advancing. The convoy, consisting of massive armored vehicles, resembled a steel snake sneaking into the burning hostility. Naomi, Amelie and Aminata, three fearless women, stood in one of the armored vehicles, their expressions resolute in the overwhelming heat of the desert.

Scene 1: Driving to the mission

Naomi: "We are approaching the meeting point with the Iraqi army. The documents that we have to filter out are vital for the security of Europe."

Amélie: "I'm ready to cover our advance from the roof, but let's stay on our guard."

Aminata: "And I have the Javelin ready, just in case we encounter resistance."

Scene 2: The approach of the enemy helicopter

Suddenly, a rumble tore through the sky, and an Islamic State helicopter appeared. The threatening shadow of the aircraft hangs over the convoy.

Amélie: "Eye contact, enemy helicopter at 12 o'clock."

Naomi: "It's time. Aminata, with me, prepare the Javelin."

Aminata: "I am opening the Javelin's box."

Scene 3: Preparing to shoot

Naomi prepares the Javelin while Amelie prepares to shoot with her AR-15 sniper to distract the helicopter.

Naomi: "Javelin ready to use. Aminata, be ready to lock the target."

Aminata: "Locked target."

Amelie: "I'm going to shoot to get his attention. Naomi, you know what to do."

Scene 4: The assault on the helicopter

The enemy helicopter is slowly approaching, looking for its target. Naomi adjusts the Javelin's aim.

Naomi: "Now!"

Suddenly, Naomi pulls the trigger on the Javelin. Amélie shoots with her AR-15 sniper to distract the helicopter.

Amélie: "Fire!"

Scene 5: The explosion and the victory

The helicopter is hit and explodes violently.

Naomi: "Target destroyed. Good job, girls."

Amélie: "Phew, mission accomplished."

Aminata: "And this is just the beginning. Let's continue to the meeting point."

The convoy resumes its journey through the desert, aware of the crucial importance of the mission that awaits them. However, this desert is only a reflection of the complex geopolitical issues that have led to this situation.

Geopolitical situation: The terrorist threat of the Islamic State is a constant shadow in this critical region. They seek to expand their influence, threatening stability and regional security. The Hexagon Mercenary Group is an elite unit recruited to protect Europe from this threat. The mission involves joining an Iraqi army convoy to exfiltrate crucial documents related to Islamic State operations.

Backstory of the characters: Naomi, former member of the French GIGN and the Foreign Legion, joined France to continue serving her homeland. Amelie, a former member of the British SAS, was recruited for her sniper skills. Aminata, originally from Rwanda, served in her country's army and found herself alongside Naomi in the Foreign Legion.

Role of the Hexagon Mercenary Group: The group mainly recruits members from French-speaking African countries, and they are the last bulwark against the terrorist threat. Sending European special forces to this region would risk terrorist reprisals on the continent.

Europe and the terrorist threat: The French and American governments have offered a substantial reward for the success of this mission. The documents contain crucial information about

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) in history is a key element of the complex geopolitical context. Here is a detailed explanation of how IS became a major threat in the plot :

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) :

Post-Arab Spring context: The story is set in a fictional region of the Middle East, which was strongly influenced by the upheavals of the Arab Spring, a series of popular uprisings that took place in several Arab countries in the early 2010s. These uprisings led to major political changes and regional instability.

Consolidation of IS in Iraq and Syria: After the withdrawal of American troops from Iraq in 2011, a branch of Al-Qaeda in Iraq flourished and turned into the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS). IS managed to establish a self-proclaimed caliphate in 2014, controlling territories in Iraq and Syria.

International Recruitment: IS has attracted fighters from many countries, including European countries, North Africa and the Middle East. Their effective online propaganda, disseminated via social media and other channels, has contributed to their ability to recruit significantly.

Terrorist attacks in Europe: IS has been responsible for terrorist attacks in Europe, including the Paris attack of November 13, 2015. These attacks have caused many losses of life and have led to a response from the international community to fight against IS.

IS Objectives: The declared objective of IS is to create a global caliphate under Islamic law. They are ready to use violence and terrorism to achieve this goal.

Repercussions on history :

The emergence of IS in the story creates a climate of constant threat, as the terrorist organization is trying to expand its influence in the fictional region of the Middle East where the plot takes place. The actions of the IS have repercussions on regional and international security, forcing the Hexagon Mercenary Group to intervene to thwart their plans and protect the security of Europe. The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) in history is a key element of the complex geopolitical context. Here is a detailed explanation of how IS became a major threat in the plot :

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) :

IS Objectives: The declared objective of IS is to create a global caliphate under Islamic law. They are ready to use violence and terrorism to achieve this goal.

Repercussions on history :

The emergence of IS in the story creates a climate of constant threat, as the terrorist organization is trying to expand its influence in the fictional region of the Middle East where the plot takes place. The actions of the IS have repercussions on regional and international security, forcing the Hexagon Mercenary Group to intervene to thwart their plans and protect the security of Europe. The seizure of power by the Islamic State (IS) in the fictional region of Al-Wuyad, as well as the attack on the embassy, are major events in history. Here is a detailed explanation of these events :

Islamic State takeover in Al-Wuyad :

Context of instability: The Al-Wuyad region was already unstable due to complex socio-political factors, in particular ethnic, religious and territorial tensions. The instability was exacerbated by the upheavals of the Arab Spring.

IS Infiltration: Taking advantage of the climate of instability, the Islamic State managed to infiltrate Al-Wuyad and recruit locally, attracting radical supporters who shared their ideology. They have slowly consolidated their presence and gained ground.

Caliphate Declaration: IS has finally declared a self-proclaimed caliphate in Al-Wuyad, establishing territory under their control. They imposed their strict interpretation of Sharia law and carried out propaganda operations to win the support of the population.

Brutal repression: IS violently suppressed all opposition, executing those who opposed their rule. Their violent activities have caused terror among the inhabitants of Al-Wuyad.

Attack on the French embassy :

Causality of the attack: In retaliation for a series of military actions carried out by French special forces, including attempts to neutralize IS leaders, the Islamic State staged a coordinated attack on the French embassy in Al-Wuyad. They used local fighters and recently acquired military resources.

Seizure of the embassy: IS forces stormed the French Embassy, overtaking security measures. The embassy staff was taken hostage, and the embassy itself was occupied by the terrorists.

International implications: The attack on the embassy had an immediate impact on the international community. France, as well as other European countries and the United States, had to react in an attempt to free the hostages and restore security in the region.

These events laid the foundations for the plot of the story, creating a complex geopolitical situation where the Hexagon Mercenary Group is deployed to counter IS, free hostages and secure secret documents crucial for the security of Europe.

The Iraqi army plays a crucial role in the story, in particular in the mission of the Hexagon Mercenary Group. Here is an explanation about the Iraqi army in the context of history :

The Iraqi army :

Composition: The Iraqi Army is a regular military force composed of soldiers, commanders and various units. It is mainly made up of Iraqi citizens and was formed to defend national sovereignty and ensure the country's security.

Training: Before the events of history, the Iraqi army was supported and trained by several foreign countries, including the United States, with a view to fighting extremist groups, in particular the Islamic State.

Equipment: The Iraqi army has an assortment of modern weapons and military equipment supplied by partner countries. This includes assault rifles, armored vehicles, artillery, and even helicopters for combat operations.

Objective: The Iraqi army is responsible for maintaining the stability and security of the country, fighting against terrorist groups and protecting national interests. In the context of the story, she is engaged in operations aimed at countering the influence of the Islamic State in the region.

Ally: The Iraqi army collaborates closely with European special forces, in particular the Hexagon Mercenary Group, as part of joint missions aimed at countering the Islamic State.

Issues: The security of Europe and the region depends in part on the effectiveness of the Iraqi army in fighting the Islamic State and maintaining stability in the region.

The Iraqi army is a major player in the geopolitical context of history, given that the main mission of the Hexagon Mercenary Group consists of joining an Iraqi army convoy to exfiltrate secret documents from the city under the control of the Islamic State. Cooperation between these forces is essential to achieve this perilous goal. The Hexagon Mercenary Group is a central element of the story. This is an elite mercenary unit trained to carry out highly specialized and dangerous missions. Here is a more detailed explanation about the Hexagon Mercenary Group in the context of the story Before the seizure of the embassy in history, the French army was a well-established and disciplined military force, recognized for its expertise in national and international security. It consisted of several branches, including the army, the navy, the air force, and the National Gendarmerie.

Before the seizure of the embassy :

The French army was engaged in various international missions, especially in Africa, the Middle East and other regions of the world.

It had modern equipment and advanced technologies, which made it a leading military force.

France was working closely with its allies, including the United States, in the fight against international terrorism, which was especially important after the November 13, 2015 attack in Paris.

After the seizure of the embassy :

The seizure of the embassy by the Islamic State was a shock for France, which had to react quickly to deal with this crisis situation.

The French army has strengthened its security measures on national territory and has also increased its presence abroad to counter the terrorist threat.

France launched special operations and cooperated with its allies to free the embassy and regain control of the fictional Al-Wuyad province.

The seizure of the embassy had a major impact on the French army, which had to intensify its efforts to counter the terrorist threat of the Islamic State and maintain national and international security.

The attack on the fictional province of Al-Wuyad is a key event in the story. Here is an overview of its backstory :

Background before the attack :

Al-Wuyad is a fictional province located in the Middle East, rich in natural resources, including oil, which makes it a strategic region.

Before the attack, Al-Wuyad province was under the control of the central government of the host country, supported by various ethnic and religious groups living in the region.

However, the Islamic State had already infiltrated the province, taking advantage of ethnic and religious tensions to sow discord.

The attack :

The Islamic State launched a surprise offensive against Al-Wuyad using guerrilla tactics and recruiting local fighters sympathetic to their cause.

The attack quickly gained momentum, endangering the stability of the province and threatening to further disrupt the regional balance.

The central government lost control of the situation, and the Islamic State managed to establish its authority over a large part of the province.

Consequences :

The Al-Wuyad attack led to a major geopolitical crisis, as the Islamic State now had direct access to the oil resources of the region.

This crisis led to a coordinated international response, with special forces and mercenaries, in particular the Hexagon Mercenary Group, deployed to try to retake the province.

The takeover of the province by the Islamic State also affected relations between the Arab and African countries of the region, as they were directly involved in the fight against the terrorist group.

The attack on Al-Wuyad is an event that had major repercussions in the story, triggering a series of events that lead the characters to their dangerous mission to exfiltrate secret documents from the strategic city under the control of the Islamic State.

After the terrorist attack in Paris in November 2015, the French special forces underwent major changes to better cope with the terrorist threat. Here is an explanation of these changes, both before and after the attack :

Before the Paris attack :

The French special forces, in particular the Intervention Group of the National Gendarmerie (GIGN) and the Hubert Commando of the French Navy, were already well established and recognized for their expertise in the fight against terrorism.

They had been involved in international operations, such as the release of hostages or the fight against terrorist groups abroad.

However, the domestic terrorist threat in France was underestimated, and there was insufficient coordination between the various special forces units.

After the Paris attack :

The terrorist attack of November 13, 2015 was a major turning point. France has become aware of the vulnerability to terrorist attacks on its soil.

The French government has increased budgets for special forces, allowing them to acquire more modern equipment and conduct more training.

The coordination between the different special forces units has been improved for a more effective response to threats.

The French special forces have also strengthened their international cooperation, working closely with other elite units around the world.

This transformation of the French special forces was a direct response to the growing terrorist threat. They have become better equipped, better coordinated and better prepared to face terrorist attacks and protect the population in France and abroad. This improvement in their abilities is essential for the story, because it reflects the geopolitical and security reality in which the characters evolve.

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DESERT.

By MTD

Naomi:

Skills: Due to her service in elite units, Naomi has exceptional skills in combat, survival tactics and firearms. She is also an expert in military strategy and field reconnaissance.

Role: Naomi is the leader of the group and brings her military discipline, leadership and expertise to accomplish the mission.

Amelia:

Background: Amelie served in the British army, in particular in the SAS (Special Air Service). She joined the Hexagon Mercenary Group by registration, attracted by dangerous and high-risk missions.

Skills: Amelie is an exceptional sniper, expert in long-range shooting. She is also skilled in sabotage, defusing explosives and survival in hostile environments.

Role: Amelie brings her sniper skills and her ability to eliminate threats from a distance, as well as her versatility in the field.

Aminata:

Background: Aminata served in the Rwandan army, then joined the Foreign Legion where she met Naomi. His service in conflict zones in Africa has given him a great deal of experience on the ground.

Skills: Aminata is an expert in combat medicine, able to treat serious injuries in an emergency situation. She is also competent in logistics and intercultural negotiation.

Role: Aminata is the doctor of the group, bringing her vital medical skills, as well as a deep understanding of cultures and regions in conflict.

1. Naomi :

Naomi is a woman of about 25 years old, of French nationality. She served in the French army, where she acquired high-level military skills.

Before joining the Hexagon Mercenary Group, Naomi was a member of the Intervention Group of the French National Gendarmerie (GIGN).

She also served in the Foreign Legion, where she strengthened her combat skills in difficult and hostile environments.

Naomi is a dedicated, disciplined and competent professional with extensive field experience. His shooting, tactics and survival skills are unmatched.

2. Amelia :

Amélie is a woman of British nationality. She joined the Hexagon Mercenary Group by open application.

Before joining the team, Amélie served in the British Army, where she was a member of the Special Air Service (SAS), an elite unit.

She is an expert in reconnaissance and precision shooting, and her expertise in electronic warfare is invaluable to the group.

Amélie is a seasoned fighter, calm under pressure, and she knows how to operate in hostile territory.

3. Aminata :

Aminata is a woman of Rwandan origin, about 21 years old. She has a complex personal history, having survived conflicts in Africa.

She served in the Rwandan army, where she developed combat and survival skills.

Aminata then joined the Foreign Legion, where she met Naomi, who became her close friend.

Her experience of survival in hostile environments and her knowledge of Africa make her a valuable asset for the team.

Prologue - The geopolitical situation :

Chapter 1 - The Crucial Mission :

Chapter 2 - The importance of secret documents :

Chapter 3 - The European geopolitical context :

Chapter 4 - The personal issues of the protagonists :

Chapter 5 - The spread of the threat :

Chapter 6 - The role of the Hexagon Mercenary Group in the fight against the propaganda of the Islamic State :

Chapter 7 - Confrontation with the Islamic State :

Chapter 8 - The capture of the French Embassy and the fictional province of Al-Wuyad :

Chapter 9 - The current situation :

Scene 1: Driving to the mission

Naomi: "We are approaching the meeting point with the Iraqi army. The documents that we have to filter out are vital for the security of Europe."

Amélie: "I'm ready to cover our advance from the roof, but let's stay on our guard."

Aminata: "And I have the Javelin ready, just in case we encounter resistance."

Scene 2: The approach of the enemy helicopter

Suddenly, a rumble tore through the sky, and an Islamic State helicopter appeared. The threatening shadow of the aircraft hangs over the convoy.

Amélie: "Eye contact, enemy helicopter at 12 o'clock."

Naomi: "It's time. Aminata, with me, prepare the Javelin."

Aminata: "I am opening the Javelin's box."

Scene 3: Preparing to shoot

Naomi prepares the Javelin while Amelie prepares to shoot with her AR-15 sniper to distract the helicopter.

Naomi: "Javelin ready to use. Aminata, be ready to lock the target."

Aminata: "Locked target."

Amelie: "I'm going to shoot to get his attention. Naomi, you know what to do."

Scene 4: The assault on the helicopter

The enemy helicopter is slowly approaching, looking for its target. Naomi adjusts the Javelin's aim.

Naomi: "Now!"

Suddenly, Naomi pulls the trigger on the Javelin. Amélie shoots with her AR-15 sniper to distract the helicopter.

Amélie: "Fire!"

Scene 5: The explosion and the victory

The helicopter is hit and explodes violently.

Naomi: "Target destroyed. Good job, girls."

Amélie: "Phew, mission accomplished."

Aminata: "And this is just the beginning. Let's continue to the meeting point."

Europe and the terrorist threat: The French and American governments have offered a substantial reward for the success of this mission. The documents contain crucial information about

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) in history is a key element of the complex geopolitical context. Here is a detailed explanation of how IS became a major threat in the plot :

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) :

IS Objectives: The declared objective of IS is to create a global caliphate under Islamic law. They are ready to use violence and terrorism to achieve this goal.

Repercussions on history :

The emergence of the Islamic State (IS) :

IS Objectives: The declared objective of IS is to create a global caliphate under Islamic law. They are ready to use violence and terrorism to achieve this goal.

Repercussions on history :

The emergence of IS in the story creates a climate of constant threat, as the terrorist organization is trying to expand its influence in the fictional region of the Middle East where the plot takes place. The actions of the IS have repercussions on regional and international security, forcing the Hexagon Mercenary Group to intervene to thwart their plans and protect the security of Europe. The seizure of power by the Islamic State (IS) in the fictional region of Al-Wuyad, as well as the attack on the embassy, are major events in history. Here is a detailed explanation of these events :

Islamic State takeover in Al-Wuyad :

Brutal repression: IS violently suppressed all opposition, executing those who opposed their rule. Their violent activities have caused terror among the inhabitants of Al-Wuyad.

Attack on the French embassy :

Seizure of the embassy: IS forces stormed the French Embassy, overtaking security measures. The embassy staff was taken hostage, and the embassy itself was occupied by the terrorists.

The Iraqi army plays a crucial role in the story, in particular in the mission of the Hexagon Mercenary Group. Here is an explanation about the Iraqi army in the context of history :

The Iraqi army :

Ally: The Iraqi army collaborates closely with European special forces, in particular the Hexagon Mercenary Group, as part of joint missions aimed at countering the Islamic State.

Issues: The security of Europe and the region depends in part on the effectiveness of the Iraqi army in fighting the Islamic State and maintaining stability in the region.

Before the seizure of the embassy :

The French army was engaged in various international missions, especially in Africa, the Middle East and other regions of the world.

It had modern equipment and advanced technologies, which made it a leading military force.

France was working closely with its allies, including the United States, in the fight against international terrorism, which was especially important after the November 13, 2015 attack in Paris.

After the seizure of the embassy :

The seizure of the embassy by the Islamic State was a shock for France, which had to react quickly to deal with this crisis situation.

The French army has strengthened its security measures on national territory and has also increased its presence abroad to counter the terrorist threat.

France launched special operations and cooperated with its allies to free the embassy and regain control of the fictional Al-Wuyad province.

The attack on the fictional province of Al-Wuyad is a key event in the story. Here is an overview of its backstory :

Background before the attack :

Al-Wuyad is a fictional province located in the Middle East, rich in natural resources, including oil, which makes it a strategic region.

Before the attack, Al-Wuyad province was under the control of the central government of the host country, supported by various ethnic and religious groups living in the region.

However, the Islamic State had already infiltrated the province, taking advantage of ethnic and religious tensions to sow discord.

The attack :

The Islamic State launched a surprise offensive against Al-Wuyad using guerrilla tactics and recruiting local fighters sympathetic to their cause.

The attack quickly gained momentum, endangering the stability of the province and threatening to further disrupt the regional balance.

The central government lost control of the situation, and the Islamic State managed to establish its authority over a large part of the province.

Consequences :

The Al-Wuyad attack led to a major geopolitical crisis, as the Islamic State now had direct access to the oil resources of the region.

This crisis led to a coordinated international response, with special forces and mercenaries, in particular the Hexagon Mercenary Group, deployed to try to retake the province.

Before the Paris attack :

They had been involved in international operations, such as the release of hostages or the fight against terrorist groups abroad.

However, the domestic terrorist threat in France was underestimated, and there was insufficient coordination between the various special forces units.

After the Paris attack :

The terrorist attack of November 13, 2015 was a major turning point. France has become aware of the vulnerability to terrorist attacks on its soil.

The French government has increased budgets for special forces, allowing them to acquire more modern equipment and conduct more training.

The coordination between the different special forces units has been improved for a more effective response to threats.

The French special forces have also strengthened their international cooperation, working closely with other elite units around the world.

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Friday Releases for October 20

Friday is the busiest day of the week for new releases, so we've decided to collect them all in one place. Friday Releases for October 20 include Killers of the Flower Moon, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Spider-Man 2, and more.

Killers of the Flower Moon

Killers of the Flower Moon, the new movie from Martin Scorsese, is out today.

At the turn of the 20th century, oil brought a fortune to the Osage Nation, who became some of the richest people in the world overnight. The wealth of these Native Americans immediately attracted white interlopers, who manipulated, extorted, and stole as much Osage money as they could before resorting to murder. Based on a true story and told through the improbable romance of Ernest Burkhart (Leonardo DiCaprio) and Mollie Kyle (Lily Gladstone), “Killers of the Flower Moon” is an epic western crime saga, where real love crosses paths with unspeakable betrayal.

Butcher’s Crossing

Butcher’s Crossing, the new movie from Gabe Polsky, is out today.

Academy Award winner Nicolas Cage (1996, Best Actor, Leaving Las Vegas) stars in a gritty story about buffalo hunters in the Old West. Will Andrews (Fred Hechinger) has left Harvard to find adventure. He teams up with Miller (Cage), a mysterious frontiersman offering an unprecedented number of buffalo pelts in a secluded valley. Their crew must survive an arduous journey where the harsh elements will test everyone’s resolve, leaving their sanity on a knife’s edge.

Old Dads

Old Dads, the new movie from Bill Burr, is out today.

A cranky middle-aged dad and his two best friends find themselves out of step in a changing world of millennial CEOs and powerful preschool principals.

Sick Girl

Sick Girl, the new movie from Jennifer Cram, is out today.

When Wren Pepper (Nina Dobrev) feels her closest friends slipping away, she lets loose a little white lie that snowballs into a colossal, life-altering event. Jennifer Cram’s feature film debut is a hilarious take on the price of insecurity and the rewards of true friendship.

Sayen: Desert Road

Sayen: Desert Road, the new movie from Alexander Witt, is out today.

After hunting down the mercenaries who murdered her grandmother to illegally take control of their land in the Araucanía, Sayen (Rallen Montenegro) follows a lead to the picturesque desolation of the Atacama Desert. There she teams up with a young Atacameño girl, Quimal (Katalina Sánchez), looking to save her town from becoming an arid wasteland due to Actaeon’s exploitative water usage led by (Enrique Arce). The two must team up with a charismatic but dubious Narco (Jorge López) to save Quimal’s father and uncover Actaeon’s corruptive practices, which flows up to the highest levels of Chilean government.

If You Were The Last

If You Were The Last, the new movie from Kristian Mercado, is out today.

Adam and Jane are three years into a NASA mission that has gone very wrong: Their ship is broken and drifting between Jupiter and Saturn. Finding ways to pass the time as they become certain that no one is coming to save them, they argue over what to do. One day, Adam poses that maybe they should sleep together; Jane laughs the idea off, but it prompts a flirty debate about whether they’re better off spending their remaining days as friends or something more.

Creature

Creature, the new TV series from Çağan Irmak, is out today.

When tragedy befalls a reckless scientist in Ottoman-era Istanbul, his student uses untested methods to finish his work — with devastating consequences.

Upload S3

The third season of Upload, the TV series from Greg Daniels, is out today.

In Season 3, the recently downloaded Nathan and Nora start an IRL relationship while taking down Freeyond. Meanwhile, a digital copy of Nathan is brought to life in Lakeview where he explores an alternate path with Ingrid. Aleesha is promoted to manager and has a new workplace love interest, and a lonely Luke looks for work in the Grey Zone.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the new game from Nintendo, is out today.

Surprise and wonder await at every corner in the next evolution of 2D side-scrolling Mario fun!

Spider-Man 2

Spider-Man 2, the new game from Insomniac Games and Sony Interactive Entertainment, is out today.

Nine months after the events of Marvel’s Spider-Man: Miles Morales, we find Miles still enlisting Peter’s help, but when the mysterious symbiote appears, Peter and Miles’ relationships are put to the test. Peter begins to change as he gains symbiote powers, and Miles, Mary Jane, Harry, and the rest of the friend group must help Peter while also facing the impending threats from a cast of new villains like Kraven, Lizard, Sandman, and Venom!

Lahai

Lahai, the new album from Sampha, is out today.

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Modern warfare II.

Modern Warfare II

CALL OF DUTY : MODERN WARFARE II LAUNCH — EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW BEFORE THE NEW ERA BEGINS WITH CAMPAIGN EARLY ACCESS* From Campaign Early Access to the start of Season 01, get ready for nonstop action in Modern Warfare® II. An Introduction to Call of Duty’s New Era Welcome to the new era for Call of Duty®. On October 20, anyone who digitally preordered or prepurchased Call of Duty: Modern Warfare II gets Early Access to the game’s Campaign*, up to one week before the game’s official launch on October 28. That Early Access period marks the end of a 141-day journey since the game’s reveal announcement on June 2, one that featured plenty of intel: - First, we were reintroduced to Task Force 141, taking a quick dive into its global Campaign with one of its missions: Dark Water. - Through multiple Intel Drops, lead developer Infinity Ward explained key development concepts across Modern Warfare II, including its new Gunsmith. - Call of Duty®: Next released a wealth of intel; among other announcements, we saw the game’s innovative Multiplayer in action, hinted at the evolved Special Ops, and even went farther into the future with Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, a game that shares the same engine — and locations — as Modern Warfare II. - Then we had the largest Beta in Call of Duty history, giving an early preview of Modern Warfare II’s Multiplayer to more community members than ever before. *One week based on estimated access; Actual play time subject to possible outages and applicable time zone differences. This announcement is the final piece of intel before your hands-on introduction to Call of Duty’s new era with Modern Warfare II Campaign Early Access. And with it begins an exciting two months of content, through the start of Season 01 and the release of Call of Duty®: Warzone™ 2.0: October 19 – 10 AM PT, All Platforms Modern Warfare II Campaign Early Access Pre-Load Begins. Preorder digitally now and get the Campaign Early Access experience ready to play. October 20 – 10 AM PT, All Platforms Modern Warfare II Campaign Early Access Begins. Experience what made Task Force 141 become the iconic and legendary squad that it is today, as the globe-trotting and breathtaking story continues from Call of Duty®: Modern Warfare® (2019). October 19 – 10 AM PT – Xbox October 20 – 4 AM PT, Regional Rollout – PlayStation October 26 – 10 AM PT – PC (Steam and Battle.net) Full Game Pre-Load Begins. Depending on platform, pre-load the rest of Modern Warfare II before or during Campaign Early Access to ensure Multiplayer and Special Ops are ready to play at launch.

October 27 – Consoles – 4AM PT - 9PM PT Regional Rollout October 27 – PC - See Map Above for Timing Modern Warfare II Officially Launches. In addition to the Campaign, dive into an immersive, world-class Multiplayer and an evolved Special Ops co-op experience. Also, RICOCHET Anti-Cheat fully activates around the world with new and updated security measures. October 28 to November 15 Modern Warfare II Pre-Season. Level up through the Military Ranks to unlock all base Loadout items, complete each Weapon Platform’s progression tree to unlock all weapons and attachments, and progress through each Special Ops Kit’s tier system ahead of Season 01. Once the game launches, Vault Edition owners gain access to the FJX Cinder Weapon Vault** and Red Team 141 Operator Pack, and for those who unlocked rewards during Campaign Early Access and the Beta, rewards will become available once the full game is live. November 16 Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, DMZ and Battle Royale modes Launch Alongside Modern Warfare II Season 01. In addition to a host of other content, a returning fan-favorite Multiplayer map and additional Special Ops missions arrive to Modern Warfare II. All players can drop into all-new Al Mazrah map as part of Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0, survive a brand-new experience in DMZ, and enjoy a new Battle Pass system and two free functional weapons. Vault Edition owners can activate their free seasonal Battle Pass unlock and 50 Tier Skips***. December 14 Season 01 Reloaded Introduces Raids. Special Ops receives the very first episode of Raids for Operators to master. Plus, another legendary Multiplayer map comes to Modern Warfare II, while Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 has its first post-launch update. WEEK ZERO: EARLY CAMPAIGN ACCESS OVERVIEW

Available with digital preorder or prepurchase, Campaign Early Access gives you: – An immersive introduction to Modern Warfare II. Take the full Early Access period to learn about Task Force 141, its ties to the Mexican Special Forces, and the overall foundational narrative to the next chapter of the Modern Warfare universe’s story. – A head start on earning campaign completion unlocks. The Union Guard Weapon Blueprint, four base Operators, and cosmetic items are yours to keep for Multiplayer, Special Ops, and Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0 just by completing the Campaign. Plus, get extra time to achieve platform-specific accolades. Campaign — The Next Chapter of the Modern Warfare Story

The Modern Warfare II Campaign is an indirect continuation of the Modern Warfare® (2019) story, picking up three years after Task Force 141’s original formation. Under the supervision of Station Chief Kate Laswell, Captain John Price creates the international special operations group with two hand-picked selections from his storied military history – John “Soap” MacTavish and Simon “Ghost” Riley – and Kyle “Gaz” Garrick, the former Special Air Service Sergeant who worked alongside Price during the events of Modern Warfare. Over the next 36 months, Task Force 141 goes dark to perform classified missions around the globe, leading up to the beginning of Modern Warfare II’s story: When a United States airstrike kills a foreign general, his next in line vows revenge, partnering with an international drug cartel to transport stolen U.S. ballistic missiles. With narcotics smuggling lanes at their disposal, a terror network is poised to launch a missile attack against United States targets unless Task Force 141 can stop them… But in order to do so, can they become the very thing they sought to destroy? Playing as and alongside members of Task Force 141, Mexican Special Forces, and Shadow Company, you will travel across multiple continents to prevent a global crisis while untangling a web of crime and deception. From piloting Gunships and battling within a convoy to identifying high-value targets and stealthily navigating underwater, you will need to become a true Tier One Operator to survive this pulse-pounding Campaign. Take the full week to explore this story, and you may find some critical intel along the way… Campaign — Prepare for Launch with Completion Rewards, Platform-Specific Accolades

The Modern Warfare II Campaign offers completion rewards for use in Multiplayer, Special Ops, and Warzone 2.0. This is everything you can unlock in order: - Calling Card: “Soap’s Determination” - Emblem: “What’s Done is Done” - 30 Minute Double XP Token - 30 Minute Double Weapon XP Token - Calling Card: “Chainlinked” - Base Operator: Chuy - 30 Minute Double XP Token - 30 Minute Double Weapon XP Token - Calling Card: “Gaz” - Base Operator: Nova - 1 Hour Double XP Token - 1 Hour Double Weapon XP Token - Calling Card: Shadow Company Ops - Base Operator: Reyes - 1 Hour Double XP Token - 1 Hour Double Weapon XP Token - Base Operator: Hutch This Assault Rifle variant is Captain Price’s signature weapon that comes with four pre-equipped attachments: the Aim OP-V4 Reflex Optic, the SZ 1MW PEQ Laser, the FSS Covert V Silencer on the Muzzle, and the Lockgrip Pricision-40 Underbarrel Vertical Grip. These attachments make this Weapon Blueprint an all-around great Primary Weapon; it is an excellent starting point for players of all skill levels across all game modes. Compared to the base weapon, this Weapon Blueprint offers more stability when aiming, reduced vertical and horizontal recoil, and a clear sight picture among other benefits like sound suppression. Plus, you can use the Early Access period to knock out most of the platform-specific accolades, which are equal parts points of pride and practice for other modes. One of these challenges involves completing Campaign on either of the hardest difficulty settings: Veteran and Realism. The latter turns off all HUD and lowers health for a true test of ability. Complete it, and you will be well prepared to face the AI combatants in Special Ops, Multiplayer, and Warzone 2.0. The accolades and items can be unlocked at any time in Modern Warfare II. However, with a full week of Early Access, this is your opportunity to earn everything in Campaign before the full Modern Warfare II game launches. MULTIPLAYER AND SPECIAL OPS OVERVIEW Multiplayer — Innovative, Immersive, and World-Class; More Intel Before Release

Modern Warfare II Multiplayer defines “emergent gameplay” with a focus on variety; those who played the Beta already got a glimpse of the game’s assortment of modes, locales, and Loadout items. On day one, there will be 12 unique modes: 10 traditional modes on Core Maps and two Ground War modes on Battle Maps. These maps are grouped into one of three regional categories:

One Multiplayer map within Al Mazrah is Al Bagra Fortress, located on the southern shore of the region. Al Mazrah This metropolitan area and its outskirts within the Republic of Adal serves as the main region for Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0. Several Core and Battle Maps will be based in this region, making Multiplayer a phenomenal place to learn some of its points of interest in detail.

One Multiplayer map within Las Almas is Mercado Las Almas, centrally located within the region’s southeastern town. Las Almas A major place of interest within the Modern Warfare II Campaign, Las Almas is a Central American region with a similar footprint to Al Mazrah. In Multiplayer, the region will host a similar split of Core and Battle Maps.

One Multiplayer map from elsewhere in the Modern Warfare II universe. Rest of the World The last group of Multiplayer locales is an assortment of Core Maps with no specific region. A mixture of places within the Campaign and completely outside of the entire main storyline, these maps round out the Modern Warfare II universe with glimpses of what is happening outside of Al Mazrah and Las Almas. Prior to the full game release, expect this blog to bring you a full breakdown of all Multiplayer-specific features, including maps, modes, and launch Playlists; tips on creating a Loadout; and more. Special Ops — Replayable Co-Op, Raids Coming in Season 01

An evolution of the Special Ops mode from Modern Warfare (2019), this co-op experience will initially feature three missions at launch, all taking place in Al Mazrah:

Low Profile Infiltrate a town in the dead of night to uncover intel and evidence left behind by Al Qatala before exfiltrating. Stealth is key to survival.

Denied Area Multiple SAM turrets are preventing reinforcements from entering Al Mazrah. With the help of a vehicle, navigate through the winding streets of a suburb to destroy them; then speed over to the exfil plane to escape.

Defender: Mt Zaya A love letter to fans of survival modes — defend the observatory from increasingly difficult waves of enemies attempting to detonate bombs. Between each wave, Operators can spend cash to get items, such as Killstreaks, Self-Revive kits, and armor plates.

In Special Ops, Operators will have access to a Backpack to store equipment and one of three Kits that are similar to a set of Perks, Field Upgrades, and Killstreaks in Multiplayer: Assault: Kit focused on increased armor with an Armor Box Field Upgrade — later levels include the Assault Suit munition (think mini-Juggernaut), increased armor capacity, and free Stims included in the Backpack. Medic: Kit focused on quicker revives with a Revive Pistol Field Upgrade for ranged instant revives — later levels include a free Bomb Drone, similar benefits to the Double Time Perk, and free Claymores and anti-tank mines included in the Backpack. Recon: Kit focused on better equipment usage with a Snapshot Pulse Field Upgrade to see nearby enemies — later levels include the ability to automatically restock Lethals and Tacticals over time, the ability to carry extra equipment, and a free Heartbeat Sensor and Spotter Scope included in the Backpack.

Kits are leveled up by earning Stars through missions and mission-related challenges, which gives all three of these launch missions plenty of replayability. We highly recommend completing all three Special Ops missions with three stars and have at least one Kit leveled up to Tier 5 before Raids, a direct continuation of the Campaign, are introduced to Special Ops later in Season 01. Progression — The Journey at Launch, More Intel Prior to Release

At launch, there is more to Modern Warfare II than the traditional Military Ranks. Prior to Season 01, which will feature a new Battle Pass system and Seasonal Prestige, players will have access to the following Progression systems: - Military Ranks: From Levels 1–55, unlock all Weapon Platforms, Multiplayer Loadout Items, and Special Ops Kits. - Weapon Platforms: Each Weapon Platform will feature Camo and Mastery challenges. Most will include Progression trees with the ability to unlock platform-specific and universal attachments, with some also allowing you to unlock Receivers, which serve as additional functional weapons within the platform. - Special Ops Kits: Each Special Ops Kit can be leveled up — to a maximum of Rank 10 — by replaying missions or completing challenges to earn Stars. - Base Operator Unlock Challenges: Earn 18 Operators through challenges related to Campaign, Multiplayer, and Special Ops. - Daily Challenges: In Multiplayer and Special Ops, complete three challenges every day for XP rewards and unlock a bonus challenge, which offers triple the XP of a regular daily challenge. - Additional Challenges: Career Milestone challenges, such as winning matches on specific game modes, will also be available for XP and cosmetic rewards. Expect a breakdown of all these Progression systems in a dedicated blog within the game’s release window. THE BEST WAY TO PREPARE FOR WARZONE 2.0, DROPPING ON NOV. 16

Through Modern Warfare II Multiplayer and Special Ops, familiarize yourself with the core of Call of Duty: Warzone 2.0: Operators — 25 Available at Launch. Eighteen can be unlocked during the Modern Warfare II pre-season. Plus, get two Mil-Sim Operators with four unique outfits unlocked by default, four unlocked via the Vault Edition, and one PlayStation Exclusive Operator for those who pre-order on the PlayStation Store. Weapons — Over 30 Weapon Platforms at Launch for Over 50 Unique Weapons. Get anywhere from one to six unique weapons per platform. Vault Edition owners gain access to the FJX Cinder Weapon Vault, which contains all Receivers and attachments for one of the Weapon Platforms available at launch. Beta participants will have access to both their Weapon Blueprints, if unlocked during the Beta period. Gameplay Mechanics. Movement, firing, and other fundamental features are shared between all games within the Modern Warfare II universe. RICOCHET Anti-Cheat™. The Read the full article

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Chernobylite - Season 2: Red Trees - Official Trailer

Season 2: Red Trees is now live with new free content Available on PC(Steam, Epic Games & GOG) https://chernobylgame.com/the-free-red-trees-content-update-is-now-available/

In addition, you can now get the paid DLC Red Trees Pack 30% off on Steam and GOG.com.

Paid content: Red Trees Pack Ghost of the Past: 6 new story missions Fixes and optimization

Buy game here: https://chernobylgame.com

About game:- Chernobylite is a science-fiction survival horror RPG. Set in the hyper-realistic, 3D-scanned wasteland of Chernobyl’s Exclusion Zone, explore a non-linear storyline in your search to uncover the truth of your tortured past.

#Chernobylite #Season2 #RedTrees #ChernobyliteGame #DLC #Survival #PostApocalyptic #RPG #Horror #SciFi #GamingInfoAndNews #Gaming #TheFarm51 #AlliNgames #Lazyajju

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heila x winx reader

so in this you are the fairy of the sky and air. you take floras place. if you saw winx season 3 you know what happened to tecna and this is if this happened to you but with a new villain

pic not mine villain: normar she want the magic univers to die and just be ash

waring: not edited little angst, mention of trama

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normar took you when you were out with winx at the shopping Center in magics and the specialist were training at red fountain

the trix are working with her and darcy puts under her mind control she then make you go to normar

the winx put up a good fight but you still got takin

the specialist found out after there training 2 hours later and heila was livid and want to go straight to normar dimension to free you but the magic level was so high not even the winx could go till the north night

2 weeks and not much time the magic level is low enough to go and get you

the dimension was very hot but thanks to the timex you got only a few day ago and you air powers you were ok for the first week and a half

but after that you were getting weak and barely able to keep up you max strength so you where controlling you output of power

you found a group of people that help you but it would only last half to 1 week

so now the winx and specialist were planing with faragonda

she would open the portal and let them in but magic level in the portal was the issue

so they would just try to survive it

tecna calculated you would be in the north or north west zone

she also made the calculation you would be exhausted and need medical treatment very quickly

so a medicine was on the owl

so now the start the mission started at 8:30 may 11th

they were in now looking for you and not getting spotted be the trix ,normar or her henchman

you where hiding in a cave in the north zone

the weather was insane sand storm in 120,F heat

musa, Aisha, and stella found you

you had cuts and bruises on you body

heila saw you slipping in and out of consciousness

the medicine took care of you

but no one was allowed to see you but bloom

she gave up date to the winx and specialist on the way back to alfea

after 2-3 weeks you are back and healthy at least physically

you have some trauma but over all ok

the 2nd person to see you is helia

after he will never let you get in danger again

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Pixie out

#winx helia #winx x reader #winx fluff #angst to fluff #trix #darcy #bloom #stalla #aisha #musa #tecana #winx faragonda #pixie

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Sparktober Bingo 2021!

Back for a new generation: Sparktober Bingo!

Instead of coming up with an Atlantis-specific list of prompts, I compiled a bunch of 2021 -tober prompt lists into one google doc here. (Links to original prompt lists are on the google doc.) Add in a list of Atlantis episodes and...

How to play:

Choose a “flavor” from the prompt sets below the cut, then paste it into this fandom bingo card generator.

Adjust your browser size til it looks right and take a screenshot, or use the html script if you’re familiar with using html on tumblr. Tag @sparktober if you want us to reblog it so everyone knows you’re playing!

Sparktober Bingo Rules:

Complete a row/column, corners, or a blackout of your card by November 1, or not! Update as you go.

All fan-works are allowed: art, edits, fic, meta... bonus points to anyone who picks the “sprinkles” flavor and goes full mid-aughts by filling their bingo cards with 100x100 pixel icons.

You are allowed to pull multiple cards until you get one that inspires you, and you can also go through the prompt list of your choice in advance to pull out squicks or things you absolutely won’t write. I recommend not googling unfamiliar words from your work computer.

Use the prompts liberally! Episode titles can be treated as the episode or as generic prompts (e.g. “Epiphany” can be for an episode-related fic or a prompt for an epiphany of your choice).

Flavor descriptions:

VANILLA: Gen prompt lists from Fictober, Inktober, Trektober Gen, and Trektober Trek.

CHOCOLATE: Zesty prompt lists from Trektober NSFW, Kinktober, and Whumptober. The multiple-prompts-per-day from Kinktober and Whumptober have been broken into individual prompts.

CANDY CORN: Fall / holiday themed prompts from TUA-tober.

SPRINKLES: Atlantis episode list (in order, in case you only want to copy certain seasons), along with characters and a few Atlantis-specific prompts.

TWIST: All of the above! (You can also manually mix and match different flavors, of course.)

Text blocks to copy into the bingo card generator are below the cut. Enjoy!!

VANILLA

CHOCOLATE

A/B/O; Soft; Anonymous Sex; Penetration with Object/s; Sleeping; Intercrural Sex; Restraints; In/Under Water; Group Sex; First Time; Possessive Behavior; Dry Humping / Grinding; Overstimulation; Roleplay; Rimming; Stretching / Fisting; Power Imbalance; Food Play; Fingering; Body Worship; Sex Work; Voyeurism / Exhibitionism; Safewords; Technology; Oral Sex; Omorashi / Wetting; Crying; Underwear / Lingerie; Friends with Benefits; Pain Kink; Dirty Talk; Trick or Treat; All trussed up and nowhere to go; Talking is overrated; Sticks and stones may break my bones...; Trust fall; I've got red in my ledger; Touch and go; My spidey-sense is tingling; Coughing up a lung; Rumors of my death are greatly exaggerated; Oops, I did it again; Just keep swimming; It'll be fun, they said; That's gonna leave a mark; Under pressure; Feed a cold, starve a fever; On a need-to-know basis; Field care 101; The doctor is in; Just a scratch; Lost & found; That's where the blood's supposed to be; They made me do it; You break it, you buy it; One down, two to go; Hide & Seek; You will go down with this ship; “I'm fine, I prom...”; It's (not) just in your head; All work and no play; Digging your grave; Hurt & Comfort; “You have to let go.”; Garotte; Taunting; “Do you trust me?”; Betrayal; Bruises; Helplessness; Pneumothorax; Presumed Dead; Hospital; Adrift; Torture; “This is gonna suck.”; Crush injuries; Delirium; Recovery; “Please don't move.”; “Now smile for the camera.”; Bitten; Trunk; Bleeding through bandages; Cursed; Auction; Self-induced injuries to escape; Escape; Fallen; Passing out; “Good, you're finally awake.”; “You're still not dead?”; Major character death; Disaster zone; Barbed Wire; Choking; Insults; Taken Hostage; Misunderstanding; Touch Starved; Numbness; Exotic Illness; (Blind) Rage; Flare-Up; Drowning; Made To Watch; Burns; Beaten; Fever Dreams; Scars; Hemorrhage; Doctor Visit; Bleeding; Trapped Under Water; Pressure; Demon; Ransom; Flashback; Flight; Waterfall; Vertigo; Nightmares; Too Weak To Move; Left For Dead; Trauma; Bound; Gagged; “Who Did This To You?”; Pushed; Broken Nose; Hunger; Blindness; “Definitely Just A Cold”; Tears; Ice Chips; Dehydration; Begging; Cauterization; Force; Bees; Aftermath; Dread; Cpr; Stabbing; Solitary Confinement; Blood-Matted Hair; Obsession; Pursuit; Revenge; Hiding; Trap Door; Collapse; Panic; Overworked; Ghosts; Prisoner; Losing Control; Threats; Caning; Mercy; Forgotten; Head Injury; Screaming; Comfort; Self-Sacrifice; Trapped; Near-Death Experience; Regret; Tragedy; Battlefield; Anxiety; Gore; Petplay; Bimbofication; Panties & Lingerie; Bondage; Double Penetration in 2 Holes; Breeding; Humiliation; NTR; Incest; Emeto; Omorashi; Free Use; Crossdressing; Public; Three (or more) some; Daddy & Mommy; Double Penetration in 1 Hole; Distention & Cockbulge; Xenophilia; Shotgunning; Watersports; Pregnancy; Lactation; Waxplay; Grooming; Human Furniture; Feet; Prostituion; MacroMicro; Spanking; Cockwarming; Glory Hole; Somnophilia; Body Modification; Temperature Play; Leather; Size Difference; Sounding; Stockings; Tentacles; Medical Play; Stripping; Orgasm Denial; Master & slave; Scissoring; Titfucking; Frottage; Knifeplay; Formal Wear; Breathplay; Fisting; Pegging; Scat; Beastiality; Fucking Machine; Tickling; Boot Worship; Bukkake; Collaring; Foodplay; Non or dubcon; Feederism; Sensory Deprivation; Oviposition; Clone & Selfcest; Exhibitionism & Voyeurism; Impact Play; Sadomasochism; Bloodplay; Praise Kink; Body Swap; Sweat; Branding; Massage; Role Reversal; Armpit; Masturbation; Inflation; Sex Toys; Burnplay; Menophilia; Stuck in Wall; Deepthroating & Facesitting; Dacryphilia; Hate Sex

CANDY CORN

Birthday; Sick Day; Autumn; Candles; Plaid / Flannel; Leaf Piles; Sweaters; Baking; Cinnamon; Pumpkin Spice Latte; Carnival; Movie Night; Candy; Graveyard; Black Cats; Goosebumps; Pumpkin; Party; Monster; Ghosts; Witch; Vampire; Traditions; Magic; Mask; Haunted House; Trick; Treat; Costume; Monster Mash; Halloween

SPRINKLES

Rising Part 1; Rising Part 2; Hide and Seek; Thirty-Eight Minutes; Suspicion; Childhood's End; Poisoning the Well; Underground; Home; The Storm; The Eye; The Defiant One; Hot Zone; Sanctuary; Before I Sleep; The Brotherhood; Letters from Pegasus; The Gift; The Siege Part 1; The Siege Part 2; The Siege Part 3; The Intruder; Runner; Duet; Condemned; Trinity; Instinct; Conversion; Aurora; The Lost Boys; The Hive; Epiphany; Critical Mass; Grace Under Pressure; The Tower; The Long Goodbye; Coup d'Etat; Michael; Inferno; Allies; No Man's Land; Misbegotten; Irresistible; Sateda; Progeny; The Real World; Common Ground; McKay and Mrs. Miller; Phantoms; The Return Part 1; The Return Part 2; Echoes; Irresponsible; Tao of Rodney; The Game; The Ark; Sunday; Submersion; Vengeance; First Strike; Adrift; Lifeline; Reunion; Doppelganger; Travelers; Tabula Rasa; Missing; The Seer; Miller's Crossing; This Mortal Coil; Be All My Sins Remember'd; Spoils of War; Quarantine; Harmony; Outcast; Trio; Midway; The Kindred Part 1; The Kindred Part 2; The Last Man; Search and Rescue; The Seed; Broken Ties; The Daedalus Variations; Ghost in the Machine; The Shrine; Whispers; The Queen; Tracker; First Contact; The Lost Tribe; Outsiders; Inquisition; The Prodigal; Remnants; Brain Storm; Infection; Identity; Vegas; Enemy at the Gate; Ronon Dex; Teyla Emmagan; John Sheppard; Carson Beckett; Elizabeth Weir; Rodney McKay; Jennifer Keller; Samantha Carter; Aiden Ford; Radek Zelenka; Kate Heightmeyer; Evan Lorne; Laura Cadman; Kolya; Chuck; Peter Grodin; Steven Caldwell; Lantea; Ocean; Ancient(s); Richard Woolsey; Athosians; Daedalus; Wraith; Nanites; Asurans; Genii; DHD; SGC; Stargate; Earth; Antarctica; Ascension

TWIST

“I need you.”; “You have no proof.”; “I’ve waited for this.”; “Fine, I give up.”; “I’m not saying I told you so…”; “Didn’t we already have this conversation?”; “That could have gone better.”; “This is it, isn’t it?”; “There’s no right side to this.”; “It’s so quiet.”; “I swear, it’s not always like this.”; “You keep me safe.”; “The things you make me do…”; “Your information was wrong.”; “I like that in you.”; “Not this again.”; “I’m with you, you know that.”; “This was not part of the plan.”; “I feel strange.”; “That’s what I’m known for.”; “What did I say?”; “No promises.”; “This time, do what I say.”; “Is this supposed to impress me?”; “Do you know what time it is?”; “I’m sure this has never worked, ever.”; “You could have died!”; “I don’t have to explain myself.”; “Why are we whispering?”; “Don’t ruin this.”; “Take me with you.”; Crystal; Suit; Vessel; Knot; Raven; Spirit; Fan; Watch; Pressure; Pick; Sour; Stuck; Roof; Tick; Helmet; Compass; Collide; Moon; Loop; Sprout; Fuzzy; Open; Leak; Extinct; Splat; Connect; Spark; Crispy; Patch; Slither; Risk; Meet-Cute; Amnesia; Age Difference; Pining; Sick Fic; Fake Relationship; Accidental Meeting; Epistolary; Secret Identity; Historical AU; Nightmares; Monster Hunter; A/B/O; Reunion; Soulmates; At Pride; Angst; Seasons; Fix-It; Coffee Shop; Movie Plot AU; Kid Fic; Actor's Other Crossover Work; OT+; Getting Together; Only One Bed; Pirates; Making Up; Forbidden Relationship; Tattoos; Halloween; Prime Directive; Lower Decks / Background Characters; Away Mission; Ship's Bar; Aliens Made Them Do It; Observation Deck; Crew with Family; Holodeck; Science Crew; Character Survives; Headcanons; Diplomacy; Decontamination; Trek Crossover; Replicator; Worldbuilding; Redshirts; Sex / Love Potion; Medical Crew; Transporters; Medbay; Interspecies Relationship; Mirrorverse; Uniforms; Mutiny; Stranded on a Planet; Rec Room; Academy Era; Second Contact; Command Crew; Off-Duty; Soft; Anonymous Sex; Penetration with Object/s; Sleeping; Intercrural Sex; Restraints; In/Under Water; Group Sex; First Time; Possessive Behavior; Dry Humping / Grinding; Overstimulation; Roleplay; Rimming; Stretching / Fisting; Power Imbalance; Food Play; Fingering; Body Worship; Sex Work; Voyeurism / Exhibitionism; Safewords; Technology; Oral Sex; Omorashi / Wetting; Crying; Underwear / Lingerie; Friends with Benefits; Pain Kink; Dirty Talk; Trick or Treat; All trussed up and nowhere to go; Talking is overrated; Sticks and stones may break my bones...; Trust fall; I've got red in my ledger; Touch and go; My spidey-sense is tingling; Coughing up a lung; Rumors of my death are greatly exaggerated; Oops, I did it again; Just keep swimming; It'll be fun, they said; That's gonna leave a mark; Under pressure; Feed a cold, starve a fever; On a need-to-know basis; Field care 101; The doctor is in; Just a scratch; Lost & found; That's where the blood's supposed to be; They made me do it; You break it, you buy it; One down, two to go; You will go down with this ship; “I'm fine, I prom...”; It's (not) just in your head; All work and no play; Digging your grave; Hurt & Comfort; “You have to let go.”; Garotte; Taunting; “Do you trust me?”; Betrayal; Bruises; Helplessness; Pneumothorax; Presumed Dead; Hospital; Adrift; Torture; “This is gonna suck.”; Crush injuries; Delirium; Recovery; “Please don't move.”; “Now smile for the camera.”; Bitten; Trunk; Bleeding through bandages; Cursed; Auction; Self-induced injuries to escape; Escape; Fallen; Passing out; “Good, you're finally awake.”; “You're still not dead?”; Major character death; Disaster zone; Barbed Wire; Choking; Insults; Taken Hostage; Misunderstanding; Touch Starved; Numbness; Exotic Illness; (Blind) Rage; Flare-Up; Drowning; Made To Watch; Burns; Beaten; Fever Dreams; Scars; Hemorrhage; Doctor Visit; Bleeding; Trapped Under Water; Demon; Ransom; Flashback; Flight; Waterfall; Vertigo; Too Weak To Move; Left For Dead; Trauma; Bound; Gagged; “Who Did This To You?”; Pushed; Broken Nose; Hunger; Blindness; “Definitely Just A Cold”; Tears; Ice Chips; Dehydration; Begging; Cauterization; Force; Bees; Aftermath; Dread; Cpr; Stabbing; Solitary Confinement; Blood-Matted Hair; Obsession; Pursuit; Revenge; Hiding; Trap Door; Collapse; Panic; Overworked; Ghosts; Prisoner; Losing Control; Threats; Caning; Mercy; Forgotten; Head Injury; Screaming; Comfort; Self-Sacrifice; Trapped; Near-Death Experience; Regret; Tragedy; Battlefield; Anxiety; Gore; Petplay; Bimbofication; Panties & Lingerie; Bondage; Double Penetration in 2 Holes; Breeding; Humiliation; NTR; Incest; Emeto; Omorashi; Free Use; Crossdressing; Public; Three (or more) some; Daddy & Mommy; Double Penetration in 1 Hole; Distention & Cockbulge; Xenophilia; Shotgunning; Watersports; Pregnancy; Lactation; Waxplay; Grooming; Human Furniture; Feet; Prostituion; MacroMicro; Spanking; Cockwarming; Glory Hole; Somnophilia; Body Modification; Temperature Play; Leather; Size Difference; Sounding; Stockings; Tentacles; Medical Play; Stripping; Orgasm Denial; Master & slave; Scissoring; Titfucking; Frottage; Knifeplay; Formal Wear; Breathplay; Fisting; Pegging; Scat; Beastiality; Fucking Machine; Tickling; Boot Worship; Bukkake; Collaring; Foodplay; Non or dubcon; Feederism; Sensory Deprivation; Oviposition; Clone & Selfcest; Exhibitionism & Voyeurism; Impact Play; Sadomasochism; Bloodplay; Praise Kink; Body Swap; Sweat; Branding; Massage; Role Reversal; Armpit; Masturbation; Inflation; Sex Toys; Burnplay; Menophilia; Stuck in Wall; Deepthroating & Facesitting; Dacryphilia; Hate Sex; Birthday; Sick Day; Autumn; Candles; Plaid / Flannel; Leaf Piles; Sweaters; Baking; Cinnamon; Pumpkin Spice Latte; Carnival; Movie Night; Candy; Graveyard; Black Cats; Goosebumps; Pumpkin; Party; Monster; Witch; Vampire; Traditions; Magic; Mask; Haunted House; Trick; Treat; Costume; Monster Mash; Rising Part 1; Rising Part 2; Hide and Seek; Thirty-Eight Minutes; Suspicion; Childhood's End; Poisoning the Well; Underground; Home; The Storm; The Eye; The Defiant One; Hot Zone; Sanctuary; Before I Sleep; The Brotherhood; Letters from Pegasus; The Gift; The Siege Part 1; The Siege Part 2; The Siege Part 3; The Intruder; Runner; Duet; Condemned; Trinity; Instinct; Conversion; Aurora; The Lost Boys; The Hive; Epiphany; Critical Mass; Grace Under Pressure; The Tower; The Long Goodbye; Coup d'Etat; Michael; Inferno; Allies; No Man's Land; Misbegotten; Irresistible; Sateda; Progeny; The Real World; Common Ground; McKay and Mrs. Miller; Phantoms; The Return Part 1; The Return Part 2; Echoes; Irresponsible; Tao of Rodney; The Game; The Ark; Sunday; Submersion; Vengeance; First Strike; Lifeline; Doppelganger; Travelers; Tabula Rasa; Missing; The Seer; Miller's Crossing; This Mortal Coil; Be All My Sins Remember'd; Spoils of War; Quarantine; Harmony; Outcast; Trio; Midway; The Kindred Part 1; The Kindred Part 2; The Last Man; Search and Rescue; The Seed; Broken Ties; The Daedalus Variations; Ghost in the Machine; The Shrine; Whispers; The Queen; Tracker; First Contact; The Lost Tribe; Outsiders; Inquisition; The Prodigal; Remnants; Brain Storm; Infection; Identity; Vegas; Enemy at the Gate; Ronon Dex; Teyla Emmagan; John Sheppard; Carson Beckett; Elizabeth Weir; Rodney McKay; Jennifer Keller; Samantha Carter; Aiden Ford; Radek Zelenka; Kate Heightmeyer; Evan Lorne; Laura Cadman; Kolya; Chuck; Peter Grodin; Steven Caldwell; Lantea; Ocean; Ancient(s); Richard Woolsey; Athosians; Daedalus; Wraith; Nanites; Asurans; Genii; DHD; SGC; Stargate; Earth; Antarctica; Ascension

#sparktober is coming #sparktober #sparktober bingo

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tvrundown USA 2022.10.12

Wednesday, October 12th:

(exclusive): Big Shot (dsn+, dramedy season 2 available, all 10 eps), "Belascoarán, PI" (netflix, Mexican detective mini-series, all 3 eps), Easy-Bake Battle (netflix, home cooking competition premiere, all 8 eps), "I Love You, You Hate Me" (Peacock, Barney the Dinosaur docu-series in 2 parts)

(streaming weekly): The Handmaid's Tale (hulu), Tell Me Lies (hulu), May it Please the Court (hulu, next 2 eps), "The Zone: Survival Mission" (hulu), The D'Amelio Show (hulu, next 2 eps), 101 Scariest Horror Movie Moments of All Time (Shudder), Andor (dsn+), Mighty Ducks Game Changers (dsn+), Ink Master (Para+), The NFL Pile On (amazon, primetime)

(also new): The Challenge (MTV, season 38 "Ride or Dies" opener, 90mins), Love at First Lie (MTV, relationship mystery competition premiere, 90mins)

(earlier - hour 0): The NFL Pile On (amazon, streaming), NFL Slimetime (NICK)

(hour 1): Chicago Med (NBC), DC's Stargirl (theCW), House of Payne (BET, season 9B opener, new time) / / Assisted Living (BET, season 3B opener, new time), The Conners (ABC) / / The Goldbergs (ABC), Survivor (CBS), The Masked Singer (FOX)

(hour 2): Chicago Fire (NBC), Kung Fu (theCW), Sistas (BET, season 5 opener), Abbott Elementary (ABC) / / Home Economics (ABC), The Real Love Boat (CBS), LEGO Masters (FOX), Chucky (SyFy|USA), NOVA (PBS, "Computers v. Crime"), Guy's Ultimate Game Night (FOOD), Dark Side of Comedy (Vice, "Freddie Prinze")

(hour 3): Chicago P.D. (NBC), Big Sky (ABC), The Amazing Race (CBS), Archer (FXX, season 13 finale), Reginald the Vampire (SyFy), Zatima (BET, spinoff series broadcast premiere), "Welcome to Wrexham" (FX, next 3 eps, season 1 finale, 2hrs++)

(hour 4 - latenight): Tooning Out the News (COM)

#Zatima #HouseOfPayne #LoveAtFirstLie #TheChallengeMTV #television

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Wednesday, June 14, 2023 Canadian TV Listings (Times Eastern)

WHERE CAN I FIND THOSE PREMIERES?: THE FULL MONTY (Disney + Star) THE WONDER YEARS (CTV2) 9:00pm/9:30pm HOW DO YOU MEASURE A YEAR? (HBO Canada) 9:00pm

WHAT IS NOT PREMIERING IN CANADA TONIGHT SUPERSTAR: AALIYAH (ABC Feed) TEMPTATION ISLAND (Premiering on June 16 on CTV Life at 9:00pm) THE BIG D (Premiering on June 16 on CTV Life at 10:00pm) SAVE MY SKIN (Premiering on June 21 on TLC Canada at 9:00pm) SMALL TOWN POTENTIAL (Premiering on June 21 on HGTV Canada at 10:00pm) INSIDE OUT (Premiering on June 22 on HGTV Canada at 8:00pm)

NEW TO AMAZON PRIME CANADA/CBC GEM/CRAVE TV/DISNEY + STAR/NETFLIX CANADA:

AMAZON PRIME CANADA JODI

CRAVE TV HOW DO YOU MEASURE A YEAR?

DISNEY + STAR ASSEMBLED: THE MAKING OF ANT-MAN AND THE WASP: QUANTUMANIA FULL COUNT (Season 1, all episodes available) THE FULL MONTY LEGENDS: SECRET INVASION (5 episodes) THE SEARCH (Arayis) (Season 1, all episodes available) THE ZONE: SURVIVAL MISSION (Season 2 premiere)

NETFLIX CANADA BLINDNESS OUR PLANET II THE SURROGACY

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Little Harbor - Beach Day Part 2

Thank you all for the lovely feedback on my writing so far, it means so much to me. I’ve decided that the Beach Day Imagine needed a Part 2 and spent last night manically writing 6.6k words of fluff, angst and semi smut.

In this part, Abby and the reader finally make their trip to Little Harbor and spend the night at the cabin there. The reader finds out they don’t know everything about Abby and there are some things in her past that still weigh heavily on her mind.

TW for death/loss (Seattle plot for the Salt Lake Squad), light nudity, language and mention of suicide and mention of blood

This ist the playlist I curated for this fic. Make sure you disable shuffle and listen to the songs in order for them to fit! (It’s called Little Harbor on Spotify and has a picture of Abby in the thumbnail)

Little Harbor

The last few days had been a blur of happiness and secrecy. Stolen kisses in empty hallways, sitting next to each other in the cafeteria with your knees touching, sunsets in the watchtower staircase, and sweaty hugs whenever you picked up Abby after her morning training. It was clear to you by now that there was no going back and no stopping this. You were absolutely, hopelessly falling for the tall blonde soldier and she actually seemed to feel the same, which was still unbelievable to you.

Abby had taken up work with some of the combat and strategy trainers, educating them on the different groups she had encountered on her journey and on their territory, tactics, and relationships with each other. Lev had come in to explain more about the Seraphites, their whistle language, and their infrastructure. Even though it was unlikely that the Seraphites or WLF would come knocking at the Fireflies’ door, they still wanted to know as much as possible about the current state of the world.

The Rattlers were a different story altogether. Lev refused to speak about them and even though Abby had told the Firefly leaders about them as soon as she was conscious after her emergency surgeries, there was still much to talk about. She tried as hard as she could to remember every little detail and she got incredibly frustrated with herself when she found gaps in her memory even though that wasn’t her fault. The torture and mistreatment at the hands of these bastards had been so immensely traumatizing that her mind refused to let her remember the worst parts.

While the past few days with her had been all fun and exciting, the evenings had been more difficult and it had taken a lot of strength from both of you to get through this together. Abby was just learning to confide in you and talk about her feelings while you struggled with being there for her the right way, having never experienced anything close to the terror she must have felt. After the first day in the strategy room, Abby had knocked on your door just as you were about to go to bed and practically fallen apart in your arms. The Fireflies had decided to send a few teams back to Santa Barbara to see if there were any survivors and capture or help the people they found, depending on their previous alliance. They had offered Abby to go back with them, which she declined, and made it clear that she had to try to identify every single person they brought back.

You just hoped that the only people left there were the other prisoners who had freed themselves. It would be horrifying to know that some of the torturers could soon be sitting somewhere in this very building, practically at arm’s reach from Abby and Lev.

Although the others had advised her not to, Abby had told Lev about all the plans and tasks to come and he had agreed to help identifying people but remained silent about his thoughts on all this.

Trying your best to make Abby’s first week as an official Firefly less hard on her, you had organized a mission for you both to go to Little Harbor. You were supposed to check up on the little cabin there, throw out anything that wasn’t necessary and stock it with a few supplies in case someone in the area needed them in the future. The best thing about Little Harbor was the beautiful beach that stretched in a perfect arc and had the most beautiful sunsets you had ever seen.

You had just talked to your friend in admin and gotten the confirmation for the mission. For a second, you debated telling Abby at lunch in an hour but you simply couldn’t wait. Rolling up the note with the assignment on it and shoving it in your back pocket, you rushed toward the east wing of the base, practically jumping with every step.

As you came closer to the strategy room, you heard muffled voices. There seemed to be a heated discussion. You really didn’t want to eavesdrop, but you were already at the door and didn’t feel like you should knock and interrupt them in the middle of their conversation.

“Oh come on, Abby, what are you not telling us? You have to know more about her than that!”

“I’m telling you, I don’t know where they lived and I don’t know where she is now! I met them the first time at the WLF outpost in the middle of nowhere around Seattle and the last time I saw her she was in Santa Barbara. She’s probably dead, anyway, she was injured and all alone.”

She? Who were they talking about? Abby had never told you about a woman in Santa Barbara. Maybe another prisoner?

Someone slammed a hand on the table.

“Jesus Christ, I can’t believe we lost her again after all this time. At least we know Joel paid for what he did at Salt Lake.”

This sparked your attention. You knew Abby had grown up at the Salt Lake outpost before the massacre. Was Joel the guy who killed all the Fireflies there, including the doctors?

“What do you want with her anyway?” That was Abby again. She sounded bitter. “It’s not like we have the means to make a vaccine, Joel made sure of that. You’ll see what she did with the rattlers when you get there. Maybe you’ll find her body, too, and I can finally have some fucking peace.”

There was silence for a brief moment. Then a woman said: “Alright, let’s take a break. The teams are driving out to Santa Barbara tomorrow, then we’ll see what we find. Abby, thank you for everything you’ve told us. Take some time for yourself, I’ll call for you when the reports are in and hopefully a few survivors, too. I’ll see the rest of you after lunch.”

You could hear feet shuffling and chairs being pushed around. Quickly, you tiptoed away from the door and halfway through the corridor, then you turned around just as the door opened. Abby came out first, frowning and with her hands balled into firsts. When she saw you, her face lit up and she relaxed, taking a few big steps towards you and awkwardly coming to a halt in front of you, just a little bit too close.

“Perfect timing, huh?” She smiled at you before nodding to a few others that passed you.

You forced yourself to focus and smiled back.

“Yeah, I came to tell you that our mission is approved. We can leave as soon as possible.”

“Oh, that’s great! Martha just said I could have the day off and probably need to report back in tomorrow night earliest. Should we just pack now and get going after lunch?”

“Good idea. Say we meet in the cafeteria in 15?” you suggested.

Abby nodded. “See you there.”

As you packed your backpack, you tried to process what you had just heard. Abby knew the man who had run amok at the Firefly Hospital and apparently he was dead now. There had been another woman in Santa Barbara, and she had something to do with a possible vaccine? You knew the Fireflies had been extremely invested in the search for a vaccine after the outbreak, but they had given up on it a long time ago. Now they just tried to build safe zones without any infected in order to build communities of Fireflies, other survivors, and anyone else who wanted to join you.

Why were the others so keen on finding the other woman? What did Abby have to do with Joel and the massacre at the hospital? And why was this whole thing still affecting her so badly after all those years?

You wanted to try to talk to Abby later and find out what had gone down in Santa Barbara and at Salt Lake, but you also knew she had been waiting for this day to finally come so she could get out of here and distract herself for a while. Who were you to ruin this by forcing her to relive her trauma all over again?

Closing the zipper on your backpack and throwing it over your shoulder, you decided to just take it a step at a time. First, you had to get some food into your stomach.

Abby was excited about the trip and spent almost the whole meal asking you questions about the bay and the cabin. She told you she had spent some time in cabins up in Washington with her old WLF crew, but it had been snowing back then and the summer here was just an entirely different experience.

Lev was a bit sad he couldn’t go with you, but you promised him a beach bonfire in the next two weeks. He was way too happy about his new friends and tasks to sulk about your little duo mission. The boy was a fantastic archer and was now tasked with teaching his craft to younger trainees and older soldiers. He was delighted at being taken so seriously by adults for the first time in his life. His lessons at school were going well apparently, he enjoyed history and biology a lot.

Abby was attentively listening to him talking about crop diversification and the produce grown here during the different seasons as a group of fully-equipped soldiers came into the cafeteria. They seemed excited about their mission and were making a ton of noise, jeering and shoving each other around as they picked up their rations for the next two days from the serving counter. Abby and Lev both went quiet, poking around in their food and seeming to be holding their breaths until the squad had left.

Lev suddenly looked up at Abby with tears in his eyes.

“Do you think any of the Rattlers survived?” His voice was high pitched and he sounded like he was about to choke.

“Oh, Lev.” The blonde put her arm around his shoulder, her hands looking huge on his small frame. “I have no idea, I’m so sorry. I’m pretty sure the other prisoners were freed and got their revenge. She also freed some of the walkers in the area. It must have been bad. We’ll just have to wait and see, but I promise they’ll never lay a hand on you ever again.”

There she was again, the mysterious woman. Now you’d at least have a valid reason to bring it up. The boy sighed, then he wiped his eyes with the back of his hand and straightened up. He waved over to a few other kids waiting at the exit.

“I need to go. Math class.” He grimaced and you and Abby both had to laugh. No one enjoyed math, but a certain basic knowledge was necessary for everyone here.

“See you tomorrow, Lev. I’ll bring her back safely,” you promised him and Abby rolled her eyes at you, but he gave you a genuinely thankful nod before tapping her shoulder as a goodbye and running over to his friends.

Abby smiled at you, her eyes lighting up as she remembered your plans for the day.

“You ready to go?” she asked, standing up and grabbing her backpack.

“Let’s get out of here.” You put on your backpack as well, took your plates and placed them in a plastic tub next to the counter.

In the empty corridor leading to the garage, Abby snuck her fingers between yours, sending sparks over your skin and making butterflies dance in your stomach. She pulled you toward her and after a quick glance left and right, she gave you a soft peck on the lips. You reacted instantly, burying your fingers in her hair and pulling her in for a second kiss, this time less innocent. Abby chuckled and grabbed your shoulder to push you away just a few inches and look you in the eyes.

You felt yourself blush and rubbed a hand over your eyes.

“Ugh, sorry, I just missed you all morning. Let’s just go.”

Grabbing her hand and pulling her with you, you entered the garage and quickly said hello to your coworkers before checking out the keys and leading Abby to your truck. Your colleagues didn’t lose a single word about the hand-holding and you were thankful for their discretion. They were your closest friends at the base and they knew you’d tell them more as soon as you were ready.

The drive out to the cabin took about an hour, one which you spent in blissful silence. You had rolled the windows down again and just like the last time, the summer air was whirling through the cabin and playing with your hair. Abby let an arm hang out of her window and took in the view of the different hills and forest patches, the beaches, and the beautiful meadows. She looked serene, completely at peace with herself and the world.

When you arrived at the cabin, it was better than you had remembered. The little wooden cottage was still in good shape, firewood was stacked up at the back and there was a small front porch with a perfect view of the bay in front of you. Two wooden chairs and a table stood on the porch, completely grown over with moss.

You fumbled with the keys for a second, then you were inside. All the curtains were drawn, bathing the dusty room in heavy yellow light before you opened them and looked around. Abby was still standing at the doorstep, uncertain of what to do.

The room was perfectly equipped with a little kitchen unit, a table with four chairs, a worn-out striped couch, and a decently sized bed, luckily covered with a big sheet to stop it from getting unbearably dusty. A narrow door in the corner seemed to lead to a bathroom. You put your hands on your hips and turned to Abby.

“Well, what do you think? Too dusty for your liking?”

The blonde snapped out of her astonishment.

“Are you kidding me? Y/N, it’s great! It looks so cozy, I think I’m gonna sleep better than I have for months.” She took a few steps toward you and wrapped her hands around your waist. “Especially when I’m sleeping next to you.”

“Oh, I thought you were gonna take the couch,” you said dryly. Abby’s eyes widened and you could tell she seriously thought she had overstepped until you wrapped your arms around her neck and snorted, immediately receiving a playful push backward that you put up with by holding on to her for dear life.

“You’re an asshole,” she laughed, “I got scared there for a second!” She planted a kiss on your lips and picked you up by your waist, making you squeal.

“I’m sorry, Abby, ahh! Please let me down!” you begged but you had to admit this was fun. The taller woman gently put you back on your feet, then she said: “Come on, let’s get settled here.”

She opened the windows while you tried the tap unsuccessfully before pulling the cover off the bed and revealing buttercup yellow sheets. Sweet. Abby used a towel to wipe the dust off the table before setting her bag on it and offering to take yours as well. She put all the supplies in the kitchen cabinet before announcing that she was going to find you some water.

“When you go outside, there should be a pump on the left side of the house. Make sure to pump for a while until you touch the water, it’s got to be disgusting,” you said as you started sweeping the floor with a broom.

“Yeah, I know how a cistern works, thanks.” She rolled her eyes at you. A minute later, you could hear the squeaking of the old metal pump and the gurgle of water seeing daylight for the first time in years. You put the broom in the corner and wiped your hands on your jeans. The bed looked inviting, but the beach called to you even louder. You could feel that this night would have a lasting impact on your life and your relationship with Abby.

After checking on the roof and the cistern, you made your way down to the beach and spent the afternoon swimming, reading, and chasing each other around. One time Abby actually tackled you too hard and you got sand everywhere - your mouth, your nose, your eyes, even under your bathing suit. Abby couldn’t stop apologizing and telling you how sorry she was and how she underestimated her own strength but you swore vengeance for later and laughed it off. In order to get rid of all the sand underneath your suit, you went into the water and took it off before whirling it around over your head and getting Abby all flustered.

You secretly wanted her to join you, but she seemed to be too timid to go that fast so you put your bathing suit back on and let yourself flop down next to her, purposely splashing water on her and making her squeal as the cold drops hit her hot skin. Following an impulse, you rolled over and on top of her, pressing your cold, wet body on her soft, warm back. This time, she forced herself to stay still and not throw you around again, instead resorting to cursing you and calling you an atrocious little eel, only making you laugh harder.

After a while, she gave up on fighting you and you rested your cheek on her warm shoulder, humming in satisfaction. This was nice. It would be even better when you’d lie next to her in bed.

The afternoon seemed to go on forever, time standing still as you two forgot all your worries and enjoyed living in this little bubble of sun, sea and happiness. Then, finally, the sun hung low over the sea, drenching the world in golden light and painting the water orange and the clouds pink. It was an explosion of light and color, the pure beauty you could only find in nature. Or in the person you loved most.

Looking over at Abby, you saw she was also watching the waves and the clouds, the soft light illuminating the tiny hairs on her face and arms and making the dried salt crystals that stuck to her skin glint like little diamonds. Her dark blonde hair was swaying in the slight breeze and her cheeks had a faint red tinge from the sun. She was mesmerizing.

You moved closer to her and drew your nose along her jawline, breathing on her neck and placing tiny kisses behind her ear and on her temple until she was humming and leaning into your touch. She slowly turned her head and grazed your open mouth with hers before running the tip of her tongue over your upper lip. She opened her eyes.

“This really is the most beautiful place I’ve ever seen. Nothing has ever made me feel like this,” she mumbled without drawing back.

“I’m glad you like it. I’ve been wanting to show it to you for a while.”

“I wish you would have shown me sooner. But I’m really happy you’re doing it now.” She turned her torso towards you and brushed her fingers over your thigh, leaving goosebumps in their wake. You could see the specks of gold in her iris, reflecting the last rays of sunlight and making her look ethereal and otherworldly. Oh god, how in the world had you found her? How had she found you? This was too good to be true, but you wanted to believe that it was, to believe that this moment could last forever.

In a desperate attempt to tell her all this, the beautiful chaos in your heart and your head that started spinning when you were with her, you leaned forward and kissed her. Hard, like you were scared this wasn’t real or it could be your last, then softer when you felt Abby tense up in surprise. She opened her mouth for you and you dragged your tongue against hers, tasting hints of salt and the fruit you had had earlier. You became more confident and placed your hand on her inner thigh which she took in with a gasp before grabbing the back of your neck and pulling you closer, her tongue now more forceful and demanding.

You couldn’t take the space between you any longer and crawled on top of her, straddling her hips as you looked down at her face, her green eyes half-closed and her mouth hanging open. The sun had said its farewells and vanished behind the horizon and the atmosphere created by the dusk suddenly hit you full force. Abby’s face was still softly lit by the pink clouds behind you while the sky behind her was a dark, heavy blue fading to black in the distance. She looked like a fucking painting.

“I’m so glad I found you,“ you whispered, running your fingers through her hair.

Abby answered by wrapping her arms around you and pulling you in. She kissed you with a burning passion, gentle but daring, sweet but hot, encasing you with her body and her mouth and pressing you so close that there wasn’t an inch left between you.

As she moved her hands down your body, pulling your hips closer and caressing your legs, she noticed the goosebumps all over your body and halted for a second.

“Are you cold, baby?”

You wanted to say no, but you had to admit you were starting to shiver under your still slightly damp swimming suit and wet hair, the evening breeze dancing around you and mocking you for getting so lost in the moment that you forgot everything around you.

“I really am,” you sighed, “maybe we could get some blankets and food and start a fire?”

Abby nodded and you struggled to your feet, feeling very naked and small all of a sudden. The blonde noticed your change of behavior and immediately got up next to you. She grabbed your books and towels and wrapped her dry one around your shoulders, rubbing up and down your arms a few times to warm you up before pulling you in for a tight hug.

“Come on, let’s get you inside and warmed up.”

Inside the cabin, Abby managed to light an oil lamp and fill the room with a wonderfully soft, yellow light. She slowly walked toward you and came to a halt right in front of you. Gently, she placed her hands on your shoulders and took the towel, placing it on a chair beside you. Then she hooked a finger under the strap of your swimsuit and slowly pulled it over your shoulder and down your arm, never breaking eye contact. Both of you were breathing heavily, the air between you felt like sirup and the world seemed to stop turning.

You laid a hand on top of Abby’s and moved with her, dragging the strap down your arm to expose a slight tan line and a hard nipple standing out into the cold air. Abby still hadn’t moved her eyes from yours, helping you pull your arm out of the strap and slowly pulling down the other one until your entire chest was bare. You could feel another rush of goosebumps chasing over your entire body while hot blood shot into your face and painted your cheeks in a deep red.

You both took a deep breath simultaneously, then you nodded at the tall woman in front of you. She lowered her eyes to your breasts and let out a shaky breath, then she raised a hand and drew her fingertips over your collarbone, down your ribs, and up between your breasts before brushing over your sensitive nipples and finally using both hands to cup your breasts. She stepped closer and bent her head to kiss you. You melted into her, her hands now all over your body, her hot skin on your cold flesh, and her mouth on yours before attacking your throat, making you throw your head back and let out an ecstatic moan.

Suddenly, Abby’s hands were on your ass and she picked you up effortlessly. You wrapped your legs around her waist and held on to her shoulders as she carried you towards the bed, sitting down on it with you in her lap. You buried your fingers in her hair and pulled on it as you ground your hips forward and kissed along her jaw.

In this moment, you felt something shift inside her. She tensed up, but not in a way that felt right in this situation. You let go of her immediately and leaned back to look at her, scared you had done something wrong or she didn’t want this after all.

“Abby, is everything okay?” you asked, your voice sounding strangely loud and panicky in the silent room.

She kept one hand on the small of your back while rubbing the back of her head with the other.

“Yeah, I’m sorry. It’s just - fuck…” You could see tears welling up in her eyes as she furrowed her brows and tried to keep it together. “You just reminded me of someone. It’s not your fault, you didn’t know. It’s just… you don’t know everything about me yet. Maybe it’s time you did so you can decide if you still want me.”

She averted her eyes and let her hands fall to your thighs. For the second time in minutes, you felt strangely exposed and out of place. You nodded, then you stood up and turned away. It felt like your heart was slowly tearing at the seams and pouring blood into your stomach. Why couldn’t this be easy? What was the secret Abby had kept from you? You couldn’t imagine not wanting her anymore. She was everything you had ever dreamed of, the only person that had ever made you truly happy and it was impossible for you to see a future without her. The thought alone felt like a knife to your stomach.

You quickly pulled a big hooded sweatshirt from your backpack and put it on before taking off the swimsuit and slipping into fresh underwear and linen pants. Out of the corner of your eye, you could see Abby getting dressed as well.

“I’m gonna get some wood from the back and start a fire on the beach,” you declared into the silence and rushed out the door without daring to look at Abby.

You piled up the wood on the sand, added some dried grass and small sticks in the middle and lit them with a match. The breeze had died down and the fire started at the first try. Abby came down from the cabin with two plaid blankets, a water bottle, and a small loaf of bread from your provisions. She spread one of the blankets on the ground and motioned for you to sit down, putting the second one around your shoulders when you had settled.

She sat down next to you and took a few gulps of water before handing the bottle to you. You were thankful for the cool liquid soothing your dry throat after the day in the sun and saltwater.

Abby took a deep breath, then she began.

She told you about her life at Salt Lake, growing up among the Fireflies, about her father, the surgeon, and the search for a vaccine. They had heard there was a girl who was immune and on her way to them, but only a few people believed it, her dad among them. When the day finally came, she had been out training with her boyfriend Owen and upon her arrival at the base, everyone was talking about the girl and the surgery her father was about to perform on her in order to try to develop a vaccine. There was an actual chance of salvation; everyone was enthusiastic.

Then the shooting had happened. Joel, the man who had brought the girl had suddenly changed his mind and abducted the girl straight from the operating table. He had shot everyone in his way. When Abby ran to find her father, it had been too late. Joel had killed him and with him the last chance of making a vaccine. Abby’s world had been destroyed in a matter of minutes.

That day, she had sworn vengeance. She had started training even harder than before and followed every tip she got to find Joel. The Fireflies had crumbled and she and a small group of friends had joined the WLF. Abby had broken up with Owen and everyone but her had given up on vengeance, but one day she had found Joel and his brother Tommy. She had brought them to the cabin where she was staying with her crew and she had killed Joel. An eye for an eye.

What she hadn’t expected was the young woman turning up at the last second to inevitably watch Joel die. They had left her and Tommy there and seen the matter as dealt with.

Then, suddenly, Abby’s friends had been killed one by one. This was at the same time she had met Lev and helped him flee from the Seraphites. In Seattle, she had come face to face with Ellie, the immune girl from way back and the woman who had watched Joel, her father figure, die at the hands of Abby. She had been the one to kill Abby’s crew trying to find her. Abby however had defeated her and Tommy once more and warned them not to come after her again.

Months after, just as they had made first contact with the Catalina Fireflies, Abby and Lev had been captured by the Rattlers and were tortured for weeks. One day, Ellie had turned up there and helped them escape before challenging Abby to one last fight to the death, threatening to kill Lev if Abby wouldn’t do it. They had fought a gruesome battle, both sustaining terrible wounds before Ellie had given up and let Abby and Lev go.

Abby didn’t know where she was now and if she had survived, and she didn’t care. She knew why Ellie had pursued her and she knew Ellie understood her reasons, too. Still, the loss they had suffered at the hands of the other was unbearable. Abby had lost everyone she had ever trusted or shared good memories with to horrific deaths and there would never be justice. She would never get them back and she would never understand why all this had to happen.

By the end of her story, Abby was sobbing. You had wrapped your blanket around the both of you and your hand lay on her thigh, but you didn’t dare to make closer contact. You didn’t know what to think of all this. What a waste. What a terrible, devastating tragedy. How horrible to suffer this much and have no one to blame, nothing to do with all the pain and grief.

Abby wiped her eyes with the corner of the blanket.

“I think, if I hadn’t found Lev, I wouldn’t have made it. I would have let her kill me. What was there to live for after everything that had happened?”

The thought of Abby dying was the final pull that ripped your heart to shreds. You pressed both of your hands to your chest to assure yourself you were okay, panting heavily as you tried to find something to say. There was nothing you could offer that would make this hell better for her. The realization was crushing.

You both sat in silence for a few minutes while Abby tried to calm her breathing and you tried to calm your thoughts. Finally, you broke the silence.

“I’ve loved Lev from the minute I met him and I’m so thankful he’s here.”

What you wanted to say, wanted to scream into the flames, was that you had loved Abby since the second you saw her, that she had your heart, that this was fucking confusing but didn’t change your feelings for her and that you would never give up on trying to be with her.

“That little boy has the biggest heart I’ve ever seen. He’s been through so much and he had to grow up in the span of a few months, but when I see him smile or hear him laugh or talk about fucking sustainable agriculture” - she had to laugh through a veil of tears - “I know it was all worth it. Every fight, every day in that godforsaken cell, every bullet. He’s my reason.”

Fuck it. It was better to tell her right now than to suffer the uncertainty any longer.

“Abby, I honestly don’t know what to say. I can’t even begin to perceive the horrors you’ve been through and I’m not going to act like I even remotely understand how you feel. What I do know is this: there is no one to blame in this whole terrible web of tragedy. What matters is that it’s over and that you now have the chance to live a life without constant danger and death and disaster. And I’m going to be at your side every day, no matter how long it takes for you to accept safety and peace and maybe even happiness into your life, even if it takes you forever. I have never felt the way I feel with you, I didn’t even know it was possible to love someone this deeply. I understand that you’re far away sometimes and I know there is still a lot of distance between us and you don’t have to reciprocate any of this, but I just want you to know . Know you are loved, know you have a place here, and know I will do everything in my power to help you through this.”

Abby’s eyes had gone wide at your monologue and she seemed completely blindsided by your confession. How had she not seen this coming? Did she seriously think she was just some fling to you? A little summer fun? What was she thinking?

The blonde stared into the fire, contemplating and kneading her fingers.

“Today was the first time I didn’t think of them for several hours. Ever since we arrived, I just tucked it all away in a corner of my mind and decided I could be sad tomorrow because today, with you, I would be happy.”

You held your breath and waited for her to continue, not daring to move or say a word.

“And I really was. Happy, you know? And you’re different, too. Owen was there for me so I was there for him. It just turned out I didn’t care for him as much as he did for me. And that really, really fucking sucks to know now that he’s gone. But I can’t change it. All I know is that I’ve never cared for anyone as much as I care for you. You’re constantly on my mind and I get irritated and impatient when I haven’t seen you for too long, usually meaning only a couple hours, which is a little pathetic if I gotta be honest.”

She looked at you and it felt like she was staring right into your soul. You were frozen, in disbelief at what she was telling you. She held out her hand and you took it, your fingers naturally slipping between hers and closing around her palm. How could two bodies fit each other that perfectly? Abby took a deep breath and turned her gaze to the fire again.

“I still have a long way to go with all this and the next few days are going to absolutely fucking horrible. I have no idea how I’m going to survive that. But with you by my side, I want to try. For you, for Lev, and for all the people I’ve lost. I owe it to them to make the best of the life I still have.”

She lifted your hands to her face and kissed the back of your hand.

“You, Y/N, have stirred something inside me I haven’t felt in years. It feels warm and hopeful and eager to see what the next day brings. And because I know tomorrow will bring a lot of pain, at the moment I just want to see what the next hour brings.”

You let your head fall on her shoulder and she put an arm around you. It had gone completely dark and the fire was slowly dying down, but you were warm and comfortable. The night was singing a bittersweet song for those gone too soon, the trees humming their wonderful tenor as the waves joined in with a whisper, the bats over your heads drumming their fleeting rhythm, and an owl completing the symphony with her wailing cries.

Abby started talking again and telling you stories about her time with the Fireflies while ripping off little pieces of bread for you both. One day, her and Owen had helped her dad free a zebra that had gotten caught in some wire. Her first kiss had been Nora, her closest friend and a brilliant doctor. Leah and Jordan had been the power couple at the WLF, brilliant together but also extremely annoying whenever they started wildly making out at parties or fucking in the bathroom thinking the others wouldn’t hear. Then there was Mel, part of the group but in a difficult triangle with Abby and Owen. She had been pregnant with Owen’s child when Ellie killed her. And Yara, what a wonderful young woman. Lev’s sister had stood by him and defended him when he had gotten in trouble with the Seraphites and she had done everything she could to protect him until the day she died. From that day on, Abby had taken that responsibility.

She also told you about her fear of heights and the trip through the sky with Lev, now laughing as she admitted how bizarre it all seemed looking back. It was nice to hear her laugh again and to finally really get to know her.

When the fire was nothing more than a few smoldering coals, Abby suggested going back to the cabin. You packed up your things and carried them back inside. Abby lit the lamp again while you folded the sandy blankets and put them to the side. Then you locked the door.

As you turned around, you could see Abby standing next to the bed, looking at you. Her features were only lit from the side, golden light flickering over her cheekbones and jaw. Her head was slightly cocked and her hands were restless again, searching for something to hold on to and finding only each other.

“Come here,” she said in a low voice. You felt yourself drawn to her by an invisible string, moving faster with every step until you clashed into her, hands and arms entangling, hot mouths pressed together. She let herself fall back onto the bed and pulled you down with her.

You couldn’t tell if the rushing in your ears was the sea or your own blood, but it didn’t matter. Abby’s calloused hands were exploring your back under the sweatshirt, her thigh was pressed between yours and her heavy breathing joined the harmony in your head.

You paused for a minute, staring down at the beautiful face beneath you, her eyes promising that she was all yours.

“You're so fucking beautiful,” you whispered, then you kissed her again and dragged her down with you into an ocean of pleasure.

Author’s note: After receiving amazing feedback from you guys and a demand for more, I’m currently in the process of writing a Part 3 for this! Thank you for your patience 💌 if you’d like, you can support me by buying me a coffee 💛

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Something To Live For: Arrow 1x10 Review (Burned)

I’m back!

There’s a significant time difference between my 1x09 review and this review. No, I did not take a six year long holiday break. It just became too difficult to complete the Season 1 reviews the summer prior to Season 4. So, I decided to complete Season 1 and Season 2 reviews once Arrow was off air.

This means I have not watched 1x10-1x23 in eight years. I nearly forgot everything. Is L*urel still in this show?

She sure is.

“Burned” is the first real snoozer of Season 1, which kind of sets up the tradition of episode 10-15 slumps Arrow suffered nearly every season. This has less to do with Arrow and more to do with it being a twenty three episode series. There’s gonna be some filler.

This episode still holds significant meaning to me though because it contains the SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR speech. This is my favorite John Diggle speech, which is why I named my blog after it. It is also the first time Arrow declares their mission statement.

Let’s dig in...

Oliver and Diggle

The bad guy plot is the worst part of “Burned,” so let’s just cut to the chase. There was a terrible fire in Starling City years ago. The fire chief recalled his unit but one of his men, Garfield Lynns, insisted the building could be saved. The chief refused to send in any more men and as a result Lynns died. Except, this is Arrow and nobody stays dead. Lynns is alive, ticked, insane and burning firefighters, which leads to Joanna’s brother (a firefighter) getting killed.

Cool? Cool. Moving on.

Oliver is having difficulty coping with the fact the Dark Archer kicked his ass all the way back to the stone age. It was a somewhat embarrassing loss and Oliver’s body wasn’t the only thing bruised. We are gifted a very lovely training sequences of a half naked and very sweaty Oliver Queen to show he is recovered, so his hesitancy isn’t physical. It is mental.

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Oliver is having a crisis of confidence and is avoiding suiting up like the plague.

Diggle: This guy, the other archer, he got in your head. He took something from you … he took whatever’s in your heart that lets you jump off buildings and take down bad guys.

Oliver worked for every skill he has. It was not gifted by a bolt of lightning. He does not come from an alien planet. Oliver is a weapon honed over time, which includes his superpower.

Oliver Queen does not fear dying.

That’s the “whatever” in his heart which gives him the confidence to jump off buildings. This superpower was honed after five years of fighting for survival. Oliver almost died so many times he’s built some kind of emotional immunity to it. It doesn’t freak him out like it would the rest of us.

The darker side of this superpower is Oliver doesn’t care if he lives or dies. Season 1 Oliver Queen is very fatalistic. He’s not suicidal, but he’s accepted death is the price he may have to pay in order to complete his mission. More importantly, he is drowning in guilt and believes death is the ending he deserves.

There’s rigidity in everything about Oliver – from his beliefs to even the way he moves. His posture is rod iron straight and there’s very little movement in his upper body and arms. It’s a physical manifestation of his PTSD. It’s like he’s encased in a brick wall, a tomb of suffering, which makes it difficult to breathe or move. It’s like the act of living is physically painful.

The problem is - Oliver came home and it is having an unexpected emotional impacted on him. He’s been laser focused on this mission, but bit by bit, the feelings he’s long since buried are resurfacing. Moira, Thea, Tommy, Diggle, Laurel (AND FELICITY) are chipping away at this brick wall. Oliver didn’t adopt this machine like persona because he doesn’t feel anything. It’s because he feels so much, which means even the small holes in this wall are having a profound impact on him.

This all leads to the greatest John Diggle speech in history! Yes, I say that knowing full well Diggle has spectacular speeches throughout the series, but this will always be my favorite because it’s such a universal theme.

We all must have something that makes life worth living. This “something” is not limited to romantic love. It can be family, or work or a cause – basically whatever makes you get out of bed every day. It doesn’t have to be just one thing either. In fact, I hope you find many things/people to live for because that means you are living a full and connected life. By that same token, if you don’t have something to live for then you’re not really living. You just exist.

Or in Oliver’s case - survive. He’s known nothing but survival for the last five years. I think he absolutely cares for Yao Fei, Shado and Slade, but that’s exactly why Oliver shut down. He did care for people and it led to nothing but heartache, betrayal and loss. So, Oliver decided to be done with all that and has worked very hard to keep his loved ones at a distance ever since returning home.

He’s been extremely successful at it in many ways because Oliver refuses to share who he really is with anyone outside of John Diggle. So, that’s why it had to be John Diggle to tell him that it was okay to feel again.

Oliver: I’ve been close to death on the island more times than I can remember and I never feared it. Because I had nothing to lose. But when that archer almost killed me, when I stared death in the face then, I thought about all the people I’ve let into my life since I’ve been back – my family, Laurel, Tommy. And that made me afraid. Afraid of what would happen to those people if they lost me. Again. And for the first time in so long I had something to lose.

Oliver may not fear death, but he does fear what his death will mean to those who love him. Like I said earlier - Oliver is not suicidal. If that was true he wouldn’t have fought so hard to survive the island, but that doesn’t mean he’s ready to live. He’s far from it. But this is the first time in a long time Oliver cared whether or not he died. And that scares him.

Diggle: Maybe you’ve got it backwards Oliver. You think the people you’ve let in have taken your edge. I think it gives you one. Maybe a stronger one even. You can stare down death with something to live for or not. SOMETHING TO LIVE FOR is better.

That’s endgame folks. Oliver’s story is about a man learning to live again. He will collect more and more people/things that he cares about as he walks this road, which means there is more to lose. Losing his life is far preferable than losing someone he loves again. Oliver can tolerate a great deal of physical pain. It’s the emotional pain that scares the crap out of him. This is why he fights tooth and nail to keep emotions at a distance. It just hurts too much.

Opening our heart to others often means opening our hearts to pain, but that’s not the only side of love. It brings happiness and contentment too. You take the good with the bad. Diggle is trying to open Oliver’s heart to the good.

Is Oliver alive? Or is he just breathing? The answers to those questions make all the difference in the world. A difference Diggle knows will make Oliver an unbeatable weapon.

Lynns: I'm not afraid to die

Oliver: I know. You're afraid to live.

COULD IT BE A PARALLEL?

Methinks yes. It’s interesting “Burned” revolves around fire. Fire is where Oliver’s story began. Lian Yu was about purification, but it was also a rebirth.

A rebirth we see expanding as Oliver opens up his heart. A fire is lit from within our hero and it’s growing beyond penance, justice and retribution to hope, passion and enlightenment. Oliver Queen is finding reasons to live again. And it will make all the difference for his survival.

L*urel L*nce

If you sense I have less patience with L*urel’s character in Seasons 1 and Season 2 than I did in Season 3 and Season 4 then you’d be right. My opinions on this character changed radically so I’m coming into Season 1 and Season 2 reviews with a Season 8 perspective on L*urel.

Tommy wants a drawer. That’s all. A drawer. Tommy Merlyn is a simple man. Doesn’t take a lot to make him happy. He even wrote a list explaining all the reasons he deserves and needs a drawer. We never see the list, but I’d imagine it looks something like this:

I AM HUMAN PERFECTION.

I did not sleep with your sister.

I am asking for a drawer rather than run screaming to the North China Sea with above referenced sister.

I make you omelets.

I make your character moderately tolerable which is a miracle in of itself.

I could continue, but you get the idea. What’s absolutely ludicrous is OLIVER gives L*UREL relationship advice.

Oliver: Well we're friends.

Me: Oliver, my son, NO YOU ARE NOT.

At least she had the common sense to scoff at Oliver’s friendly attempt to intervene on Tommy’s behalf. (Seriously, dude just stay out of it. This is wildly inappropriate.)

L*urel was ready to move in with Oliver (even though she knew he cheated on her regularly), but freaks at faithful Tommy requesting armoire access. JFC this woman is a dating disaster zone.

L*urel: I don’t take things slow remember? I close my eyes and I jump just like you.

My initial reaction to this speech is to call it nonsense.

I thought this was a case of Arrow telling rather than showing with L*urel’s character. However, upon further contemplation I have reversed my opinion.

L*urel may be a pragmatic attorney on the surface, but we have watched her run the gamut of human emotions week to week. So much so it’s difficult to get a read on the character the writers are trying to construct. (Spoiler alert: they don’t know what kind of character they are trying to construct). One week she loves Oliver. The next week she’s condemning him to hell. L*urel L*nce’s feelings definitely control her.

She has been reckless too, working outside the law, by contacting the vigilante for assistance. A relationship she resumes after telling her father in 1x09 that The Hood is a killer with no remorse. See what I’m saying about the ever changing emotional spectrum?

I’m not saying L*urel having emotions and expressing them is bad. That’s a healthier reaction than what Oliver is doing, but she has been all over the map. It’s less about who L*urel is as a character and more about the writers needing her to react a certain way to make the episode work.

Oliver likes to present himself as a cool cucumber, but he has a rather unpleasant temper too. It may seem like he’s emotionless, but that is just a façade. It’s a cover for the torrent of emotions he keeps at bay.

Laurel: I think that’s why we spooked each other. Our feelings, our fears, they control us. Not the other way around.

L*urel’s “spooking each other” statement is a big line of bull, which we’ll find out later in the season. L*urel was not spooked by Oliver. She was the furthest thing from spooked, which is why she asked him to move in with her.

Oliver wasn’t spooked either. Anytime I reflect on L*uriver I’m reminded of a scene from Sex in the City. Oliver isn’t freaked out by his feelings. He’s just not that into you, L*urel.

The process in which we get OLIVER to realize this and admit it to himself will take much longer, but I can be patient. It’s time will come.

But do I think these two characters are similar? YES. They are too similar in fact. It’s one of the main reasons they don’t work as a couple. This is exactly why Tommy and Felicity are perfect for L*urel and Oliver. They need someone steady to temper their emotions.

They need someone happy to balance out their anger. They need someone with a bright light in order to find their own.

It’s also worth noting that Tommy was ready to run into a burning building to save Oliver so GIVE HIM A DAMN DRAWER L*UREL.

Stray Thoughts

Flashbacks were kind of boring. Fyers kidnaps Yao Fei. Oliver saves his own life by accident. Meh

Thea calling Moira out was long overdue. This kid needs a parent ASAP.

Everyone's fall clothing is really adorable.

JUST UNBUTTON THE FRACKIN BUTTON OLLIE.

Merlyn kidnapped Walter right? Or Moira? I seriously don't remember. I don’t think I care either. lol

L*urel: I am not the best example of healthy grieving.

LL has a rare moment of self awareness, which is lovely.

Oliver: I heard what you said to your father. That I'm a killer with no remorse.

L*urel: Do you?

Me: You impertinent little snot.

I like Joanna much better than L*urel and I wished she stayed, but removing Joanna from the show is the first step the writers took to limit L*urel's role. The shift is upon us.

Not to be unsympathetic, but Moira is starting to rack up the dead husbands.

Thea fantasizing that Walter is cheating on Moira with a stewardess as the hopeful pitch is YIKES. Goodness this show could be dark.

Musings of the Kiddo

Kiddo: Yeah! He's actually putting his family first!

Me: Settle down. It doesn't last long.

Kiddo: I thought L*urel was gonna find out.

Me: Oh my sweet summer child.

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