One year had passed since Yakata's brutal introduction of Earth to the larger cosmos, and the world as everyone knew it had been irrevocably altered. Now, Earth no longer lay hidden in the vast expanse of the universe, but neither did it stand completely vulnerable. A testament to mankind's resilience and innovation was the creation of the Veil.
The Veil was more than just a piece of technology; it was a marvel. It enveloped Earth in a shroud that rendered its technological progress undetectable by external forces. No longer would radio waves betray Earth's presence or evolution. As humanity reached for the stars, it had become crucial that they controlled who saw them shine. Teams of scientists, under the guidance of elite Genous's, worked day and night to perfect this technology, making sure that its radiance would not dim.
Parallel to these efforts was the construction of Ragnarok, the Global Defense Coalition's spearhead against threats both terrestrial and extraterrestrial. Named after the Norse apocalypse, it was humanity's response to the darkness that had descended upon them.
Envisioned as more than just a military unit, Ragnarok was a symbol of hope and resistance. Sprawling complexes were built around the world, dedicated facilities attuned to the myriad Genous's Earth now knew of. Here, individuals trained and honed their unique abilities, becoming living weapons.
Ragnarok's headquarters, often referred to as the Nexus, was a monolithic structure, a beacon visible for miles. It was here that Josiah Ramon, the battle-hardened former U.S. military general, held command. With eyes that had seen wars and a demeanor that brooked no resistance, General Ramon was the perfect choice as the Head of Ragnarok.
Under his directive, Ragnarok's structure was meticulously planned. At its core were the Combat Squad Leaders, the very best of Earth's Genous-enhanced fighters. These individuals weren't just leaders; they were legends in the making, embodying the pinnacle of Earth's hope. Each one led a unit of equally formidable Ragnarok soldiers, primed for any combat scenario.
Then came Ragnarok's Recon Division. If the Combat Squads were Earth's sledgehammers, the Recon Division was its scalpel. Precision, stealth, and information gathering were their expertise. Genous's with abilities tailored for subtlety and subterfuge were trained here, ensuring that they could infiltrate and extract from even the most advanced alien civilizations.
The Recon Division's emblem, a hawk's eye within a shadow, became a symbol of Earth's renewed vision and the lengths it would go to protect its future.
Ragnarok wasn't just a fighting force; it was a carefully calibrated machine. It had its warriors, its spies, and its thinkers. There were analysts dedicated to understanding alien cultures and technology, strategists planning potential defense and counteroffensive moves, and even diplomats trained in intergalactic relations.
As the days turned into nights and back into days, Ragnarok grew stronger, sharper, and more refined. Every dawn brought with it a renewed commitment to defend Earth and, if needed, avenge it.
The chapter closed with a panoramic view of the Nexus at dusk. The setting sun painted the Ragnarok emblem – a phoenix rising from a shattered Earth – in hues of gold and crimson, symbolizing the rebirth and resistance of a once-unsuspecting planet.