INT. MILITARY TRANSPORT PLANE – DAY
The hum of the transport plane's engines fills the cabin. Inside, Kakida, Braden, Genko, and Jamie sit with dozens of Evo soldiers, their faces hardened and focused. Each one wears combat gear, ready for the mission ahead. The air is tense, but there's a sense of camaraderie among the group.
GINGORDA stands at the front of the cabin, briefing them on the operation. Don leans against the wall, arms crossed, watching the team closely.
GINGORDA
(clearly and firmly)
We're heading into Saudi Arabia, to Riyadh. The city's been overrun by Ashimoto's forces, and they've begun targeting Evos in the region. Our mission is simple: we extract as many Evo civilians as possible and bring them to the underground city for protection.
The soldiers murmur among themselves, checking their weapons and gear.
BRADEN
(leaning over to Kakida)
This one feels different. There's too much at stake here. You can feel it in the air.
KAKIDA
(nodding grimly)
There's no room for mistakes. We get in, get them out, and keep everyone alive. That's the priority.
GENKO
(half-smiling, cracking his knuckles)
I'm ready for a fight. Those Legion scum have no idea what's coming for them.
JAMIE
(serious)
It's not just about the fight, Genko. These people need us. We can't let them down.
DON
(stepping forward)
We're dropping in hot, so no one's holding your hand. Follow the plan, protect the civilians, and keep your head on straight. Let's make it count.
PILOT (over the intercom)
We're approaching Riyadh. ETA five minutes.
The cabin dims, and everyone straps in for landing. The plane lowers through the sky, and the faint outline of the city emerges through the small windows. The skyline of Riyadh is smoke-filled, with pockets of flames scattered across the city.
EXT. RIYADH – CITY STREETS – DAY
The transport plane touches down just outside the city, and the hatch opens with a whoosh. The team disembarks quickly, moving with precision. The Evo soldiers fan out, creating a defensive perimeter.
GINGORDA
(leading the charge)
Let's move! Everyone knows their role. Evacuation pods are en route. Get the civilians ready for transport.
Kakida, Braden, Genko, and Jamie charge into the city, the sounds of battle already filling the air. As they push deeper into Riyadh, they find Evo civilians huddled in buildings and alleyways, hiding from the impending threat.
BRADEN
(rushing up to a group of Evo civilians)
We're here to get you out! Stick close and don't panic!
Kakida leads a group through narrow streets, making sure no one is left behind.
KAKIDA
(to the civilians)
The pods are coming! Stay calm and follow us!
Suddenly, an explosion rocks the street. Dust and debris fill the air as Legion soldiers appear from the shadows, launching a surprise attack. The ground shakes as hundreds—no, thousands—of Legion troops pour into the streets, their numbers seemingly endless.
GINGORDA
(shouting into his comm)
We've got incoming! All units, prepare to engage! Protect the civilians at all costs!
Don, in the thick of the battle, rallies the Evo soldiers, shouting commands over the chaos.
DON
(raising his weapons)
You heard the man! Hold the line! Don't let them through!
The streets erupt into chaos as Legion soldiers and Evo forces clash. Energy blasts, bullets, and fire fill the air. The city has become a warzone.
BRADEN
(blurring through a group of Legion soldiers)
There's too many of them!
GENKO
(grinning as he slams his rock-like fist into the ground, creating shockwaves)
Good. I was hoping for a real fight!
JAMIE, using his immense strength, tears through the Legion ranks, protecting the civilians as they are loaded into the evacuation pods.
JAMIE
(to the evac team)
Get these people out of here, now! We'll hold them off!
EXT. BATTLEFIELD – WIDE SHOT
The camera pans out, showing the scale of the battle. Over 10,000 Evo soldiers and Legion troops fight in the streets of Riyadh. Explosions rip through buildings, and the sky is darkened by smoke and ash. The evacuation pods begin to lift off, carrying Evo civilians to safety, but the fight is far from over.
KAKIDA
(fighting off Legion soldiers)
They're trying to push us back! Keep moving!
He slices through two soldiers, then spins around to block an incoming energy blast. Beside him, Braden zips through the enemy lines, creating a whirlwind that disrupts their formation.
BRADEN
(sprinting past Kakida)
I'll cover the east side! Don't let them flank us!
Suddenly, a deafening boom echoes through the city, and two figures descend from the sky like meteors, crashing into the heart of the battle. The dust settles, revealing ZARVOX and SHINKOBI, their presence instantly chilling the battlefield. The Legion soldiers, emboldened by their arrival, press the attack even harder.
ZARVOX
(booming voice)
Insiders! Your resistance ends today!
KAKIDA freezes when he sees Shinkobi. His eyes narrow, and his grip on his sword tightens. Memories of his time with the Maroon Shinobi flood back, and rage boils within him.
KAKIDA
(through gritted teeth)
Shinkobi...
Shinkobi, draped in the shadows of his dark armor, locks eyes with Kakida. A wicked smile creeps across his face.
SHINKOBI
(mocking)
So, you've come back to die, Kakida. How fitting.
Without hesitation, Kakida charges at Shinkobi, his Maroon Dragon Sword glowing with a fiery red aura. Shinkobi meets his charge, their swords clashing with a metallic ring that reverberates across the battlefield.
KAKIDA
(furious)
You betrayed us! You betrayed everything!
The two warriors engage in a brutal sword fight, their movements fast and deadly. Sparks fly as their blades meet again and again, each strike more ferocious than the last. Kakida's anger fuels his attacks, but Shinkobi's calm, calculated movements make him a dangerous opponent.
SHINKOBI
(taunting)
You always were weak, Kakida. That's why you ran. But there's no running now.
KAKIDA
(shouting)
I'm not running from you, Shinkobi! Not this time!
Kakida presses the attack, slashing at Shinkobi with a flurry of strikes. But Shinkobi is fast, deflecting each blow with precision. He steps inside Kakida's guard, delivering a vicious elbow to his ribs that knocks the wind out of him.
SHINKOBI
(smirking)
Still relying on that sword. You haven't changed at all.
Kakida staggers back, clutching his side, but his eyes are filled with determination.
KAKIDA
(breathing heavily)
I don't need to change to beat you.
Shinkobi dashes forward, his sword aimed directly at Kakida's heart. Kakida parries, their swords locking in a deadly struggle. But Shinkobi, using his superior strength, forces Kakida back.
SHINKOBI
(leaning in)
This ends now.
With a swift motion, Shinkobi breaks the lock and spins, delivering a powerful kick to Kakida's chest. The impact sends Kakida flying across the battlefield, crashing into a pile of debris. He groans in pain, struggling to rise as Shinkobi slowly approaches.
SHINKOBI
(coldly)
You should've stayed in hiding, Kakida.
Kakida, bruised and bleeding, tries to stand but falters. His vision blurs as he looks up at Shinkobi, who raises his sword for the killing blow.
KAKIDA
(whispering)
I won't... let you win...
Before Shinkobi can strike, a distant explosion shakes the ground, distracting him for a moment. Kakida lies on the ground, injured and vulnerable, as the battle rages on around him.
FADE TO BLACK.
NARRATOR (V.O.)
In the heart of the battlefield, Kakida's past comes back to haunt him. As the Insiders fight for the future, their enemies strike with precision and fury. But even in the face of defeat, the fire within Kakida burns on—ready for one last stand.
TO BE CONTINUED...