**POV: Ryuk (Ark)**
Tony was pacing in his workshop, tension palpable in the air. The call from Ivan Vanko had rattled him, a grim reminder of the stakes they were playing for. Vanko had mockingly thanked Tony for the double cycling arc reactor technology, making it clear that he had not only stolen Stark's tech but weaponized it. The call had ended abruptly, with the image of two security guards hanging lifelessly in the background.
"Jarvis, locate Vanko," Tony ordered, his voice a mix of urgency and determination.
"Sir, I'm unable to trace the call," Jarvis responded. Tony cursed under his breath and ordered Jarvis to prepare the Iron Man suit. He knew he needed to act quickly.
Meanwhile, Ryuk was making his own preparations. He gathered his squads—Earth Dragon, Raging Storm, and Horus—and issued their orders for the upcoming operation.
"Earth Dragon, your task is to eliminate the marine Hammer drones. We can't let them reach the civilians."
"Raging Storm, you are to shield the civilians. Ensure there are no casualties; only minimal injuries are acceptable."
"Horus, you will handle the air force Hammer drones. Once Iron Man and War Machine are in pursuit, your task is to destroy the drones without harming them."
Each squad acknowledged their orders, readying themselves for the mission. Ryuk instructed them to use their cloaking devices until the event started. The element of surprise was crucial for the success of this operation.
At the Stark Expo, Justin Hammer was reveling in his moment of glory. He stood on the stage, a smug smile on his face as he introduced his latest products: the Hammer drones and War Machine. The crowd was oblivious to the imminent danger, applauding and cheering.
As Hammer's presentation continued, the Hammer drones began to move, showcasing their capabilities. The atmosphere was electric with excitement, but Ryuk knew it was about to turn deadly.
From his hidden vantage point, Ryuk watched as the event unfolded. He saw Tony in his Iron Man suit, tense and ready for action. The moment Hammer's drones began to move aggressively, Tony's suspicions were confirmed.
"It's time," Ryuk muttered, activating the comms to his squads. "Begin the operation."
Earth Dragon squad decloaked and engaged the marine Hammer drones, their movements swift and precise. The RGM units moved like a well-oiled machine, taking down the drones with surgical precision. The drones, taken by surprise, fell quickly under the onslaught.
Raging Storm squad moved into position, erecting barriers and guiding civilians to safety. Their heavy armaments created a formidable shield, ensuring the panicked crowd was protected from the crossfire.
Horus squad took to the skies, their cloaking devices dropping as they engaged the air force Hammer drones. The GN rifles fired with pinpoint accuracy, dismantling the drones piece by piece. They made sure to avoid hitting Iron Man and War Machine, focusing solely on their targets.
Tony, seeing the sudden appearance of Ryuk's Gundams, was momentarily stunned but quickly adapted to the new dynamic. War Machine, piloted by Rhodes, also joined the fray, coordinating with Tony to take down any remaining threats.
The battlefield was a chaotic mess of laser fire, explosions, and the whirring of mechanical limbs. But amidst the chaos, Ryuk's squads executed their tasks flawlessly. The Hammer drones, designed to be formidable adversaries, were outmatched by the superior tactics and firepower of the Gundams.
Ryuk himself moved through the battlefield with purpose, his mind focused on the mission. He knew that this operation was more than just a battle; it was a message. As he fought, he couldn't help but think of the next steps and the challenges that lay ahead.
In the crowd, Black Widow and Clint Barton watched in awe as the Gundams executed their operations. Natasha couldn't shake the feeling of familiarity when she saw Ryuk in action, but she had no time to dwell on it.
By the time the dust settled, the Hammer drones were nothing more than scrap metal, and the civilians were safe. Ryuk's squads regrouped, their mission accomplished without a single civilian casualty.
Tony landed near Ryuk, the mask of his suit retracting. "You did good out there," Tony said, his tone sincere.
Ryuk nodded, his mind already racing ahead to the next mission. "This is just the beginning, Tony. There's more work to be done."
As the heroes and Gundams began to disperse, Ryuk couldn't help but feel a sense of foreboding. The system's notification about his next quest was a reminder that the stakes were only getting higher. He had to stay sharp, ready for whatever challenges the future held.