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Chapter 34 - Battle of Fort Kronx (2)

Lando locked eyes with Rodon, a determined gleam reflecting their shared resolve. Without hesitation, Lando leaped off the hatch, soaring through the sky. Rodon swiftly followed suit, their movements synchronized with the rest of the team as they descended towards the Vulture stronghold. Hana, ever vigilant, analyzed the layout of the building as they descended, assessing potential entry points and enemy positions.

The guard towers abruptly swiveled their searchlights towards the sky, their beams cutting through the darkness. "I think we've been spotted!" Lando shouted, his voice cutting through the chaos. The sound of gunfire erupted, bullets whizzing past them with deadly intent. Miraculously, they narrowly avoided the barrage, but one of the guards was not as fortunate. Struck by a stray bullet, they plummeted to their doom, a chilling reminder of the stakes they faced.

A barrage of bullets followed, hurtling towards the descending team, but Solmon's Nephalem swooped down, shielding them from harm. "I've got you!" Solmon's voice boomed with determination as the Nephalem's mini guns materialized, unleashing a storm of firepower upon the assailants.

Cherry and Erik's Nephalems executed a smooth landing, their massive metallic forms ready for combat. The robots clenched their fists, revealing menacing spikes, as Erik commanded, "Break down the gates!" Lando activated his pack, flames erupting to decelerate their fall, the rest of the team replicating the maneuver. Lando swiftly drew his gun, preparing for the imminent clash.

With precision, Marco took aim with his rifle, dispatching the guards in the tower one by one. The crack of gunfire echoed through the night as the bullets found their marks, blood staining the tower lights as lifeless bodies toppled from their perches.

The gates of the stronghold swung open, and hordes of Vultures poured out, accompanied by thundering trucks. The vehicles skidded to a halt, their rocket launchers aimed menacingly at the Nephalems. "Aim for the trucks!" Lando bellowed, his voice commanding attention. Rodon sprinted towards a cluster of ruins, sliding skillfully through a shattered window.

From his vantage point, he shouldered his rifle and took aim at the trucks. Rapid bursts of gunfire erupted, tearing through the air. One truck, on the verge of launching a missile, became the primary target. Rodon's bullet struck the rocket, triggering a catastrophic explosion that engulfed the vehicle and those nearby, reducing them to shattered fragments.

Akura dashed forward with unparalleled speed, her dual blades gleaming in the moonlight. Hana matched her pace, determination etched upon her face. Akura turned to Hana, a glint of determination in her eyes. "Let's ensure they never reach the gates!" With a swift motion, she engaged a Vulture in combat. The enemy swung their blade at her, but Akura evaded the attack with a graceful sidestep. Seizing the opportunity, she thrust one of her blades into the Vulture's abdomen, eliciting a gush of crimson as she forcefully withdrew it.

Meanwhile, Hana swiftly shouldered her rifle and unleashed a barrage of precise shots. Vultures fell one after another under her skilled marksmanship, their guns poised to retaliate but thwarted by the timely intervention of Solmon's Nephalem. The colossal machine unleashed a hail of bullets, tearing through the enemy ranks and drenching the battlefield in a macabre shower of blood.

Observing the path ahead, Lando ran alongside Hana, his finger steady on the trigger. Aqua closed the distance, her sword poised for swift and deadly strikes. Together, they unleashed a relentless storm of gunfire, their shots finding their marks with lethal precision. Guards from behind fell like flies, their demise sealed by an incoming rocket that detonated amidst their ranks, reducing them to lifeless forms.

Jasmine and Tot executed a seamless landing with their Nephalems, swiftly bringing their pulse guns to bear. Squeezing the triggers, they unleashed a devastating torrent of energy, sending waves of Vultures hurtling through the air. "Lando, Aqua, Hana, it's time to advance! Erik will breach the gates!" Jasmine's voice resonated with authority.

Aqua nodded, her grip tightening around her sword. She lunged at a nearby Vulture, her blade slicing through the air with deadly accuracy, severing their shoulder as an agonized cry escaped their lips. With a fluid motion, she retrieved her sword, effortlessly beheading her fallen adversary.

Erik and Cherry steered their Nephalems towards the gates, their mechanical fists raised high. As they collided with the fortified entrance, the gates crumbled under the sheer force of impact, revealing a corridor strikingly reminiscent of the hallways within Titan City.

Lando swiftly raised his pistol, expertly taking down two Vultures with precise shots. Their lifeblood sprayed across the battlefield, joining the chaotic tapestry of the conflict. Akura and Marco remained at the rear, lending their strength to the collective effort of fending off the relentless enemy horde. "WE'LL HANDLE IT HERE! YOU THREE, PROCEED INSIDE!" Akura's commanding voice rang out, punctuated by the sound of her blade piercing another Vulture, this time finding its mark in their neck.

Acknowledging Akura's directive, Lando nodded with resolve and dashed forward. Aqua, with sheer determination, tackled a Vulture to the ground, driving her sword deep into their chest. The Vulture emitted a pained groan before succumbing to silence. Rising to her feet, Aqua locked eyes with Lando, her voice resonating with urgency. "LET'S GO!" Her words carried a sense of purpose as she led the charge down the hallway, Hana and Lando close behind, their firearms steadfastly trained on the advancing swarm of Vultures.

Amidst the chaotic confrontation, one of the Vultures caught Aqua's attention. With a swift and fluid motion, she swung her sword, severing their throat with lethal precision. A crimson fountain erupted from the severed artery, staining the floor as the fallen adversary crumpled lifelessly. Lando maintained his vigilance, his finger deftly squeezing the trigger, each bullet finding its intended target, splattering the walls with a macabre display of gore.

As they advanced, Hana and Lando abruptly encountered a formidable figure, an imposing man who halted their progress. Towering in stature, his piercing gaze locked onto them. He swiftly retrieved a weapon from his side, a double-sided spear crackling with potent electrical energy. Hana, driven by instinct, sprinted towards him, her gun blazing, but her bullets were effortlessly deflected. Aqua's voice reverberated with a mix of alarm and anguish. "NO!" Hana realized her mistake, but it was too late. The electrified spear made contact with her leg, sending jolts of electricity coursing through her body, causing her to convulse and stumble backward, collapsing onto the ground.

Lando's eyes widened in shock as Aqua rushed to Hana's side, ensuring her safety and well-being. "It's been a while, Aqua. Now face me, Renan is watching," the imposing figure spoke, his words tinged with a distinct French accent. He stood adorned in impenetrable armor, impervious to the piercing force of bullets.

Aqua glanced briefly at Lando, then back at the adversary before her. Determination radiated from her being. "Alright, Lando, make sure Hana is safe. Stay by her side," she instructed, her voice laced with unwavering resolve. Rising to her feet, she closed the distance between herself and the formidable opponent, her short, vibrant purple hair billowing in the air as she brandished her sword with unwavering conviction. A subtle chuckle escaped the man's lips. "I see," he remarked, his spear poised menacingly. "It's a fight to the death."