Making Firearm Tutorial (Gone Wrong)

The team gathered near the entrance of the cave in the rugged Del-e-Zar region. Jalaluddin Khyberi, Mustafa Al-Farouq, Captain Ajwad, Captain Walker, Liv, and others exchanged glances, a mix of anticipation and caution coloring their expressions.

"This is the spot. Let's get those suits on and check what's inside," Jalaluddin said, his eyes fixed on the cave entrance.

The team nodded in agreement, and without much ado, Rizal and Priya scurried off to fetch the Hazmat suits.

"Safety first, everyone. We don't know what we're dealing with," Mustafa reminded the group, emphasizing the need for caution.

As the team suited up, Tank and Spectacles, a duo known for their pragmatic approach, approached the cave entrance without elaborate tactical maneuvers.

"Just a quick look, nothing fancy," Captain Walker instructed them.

"Come on, brainiac," Tank nudged Spectacles, both adopting an easygoing attitude.

They casually strolled towards the cave, giving it a once-over without the need for an extensive security check.

"Hey, Charlie, think this cave has a hidden puzzle like the last one?" Liv teased, leaning against a rock.

"Wouldn't be surprised. Maybe they're fans of riddles around here," replied Lance Corporal Charlotte "Charlie" Wells with a smile, engaging in playful banter.

While Liv and Charlie exchanged words, Mei Ling observed the surroundings.

"Looks pretty straightforward. No need for extra tech," Mei Ling commented, her nod affirming the simplicity of the situation.

The Hazmat suits arrived, and Mustafa distributed them among the team.

"A good meal before we face the unknown, eh?" Suresh grinned, highlighting the importance of morale.

"Keeps morale high," Aini agreed, acknowledging the impact of good food on the team's spirits.

Meanwhile, Mike and Emma showcased their versatility, assisting with miscellaneous tasks.

"Who knew my chemistry background would come in handy here?" Emma passed tools to Faiz, expressing surprise at the unexpected utility of her skills.

"And I thought fixing machines was just a Rust-belt thing," Mike, working on equipment, added his own perspective, emphasizing the diversity of their talents.

The team, wrapped in Hazmat suits, ventured deeper into the mysterious cave. Captain Ajwad, nudging Mustafa, pointed out a section where minerals had been dug up, evidence of the previous AASOC regime's activities.

"Looks like our predecessors had a field day here," Captain Ajwad remarked.

Mustafa, smirking, responded, "Helps when you control the region, I guess."

Tank and Spectacles, examining the disturbed area, exchanged a puzzled look.

"This ain't your usual mining operation," Spectacles, or Jeremy, scratched his head.

Tank raised an eyebrow, noting, "Someone beat us to it."

Meanwhile, Liv and Charlie inspected the remaining minerals, their expressions reflecting a mix of curiosity and uncertainty.

"What do you make of these, Charlie?" Liv inquired, eyeing the minerals.

Charlie, picking up a piece, replied, "Never seen anything like it. Definitely not your everyday rocks."

Mike and Emma, efficient as ever, began gathering the untouched minerals.

"Guess this is our find of the day," Mike said, stuffing minerals into a bag.

Emma nodded in agreement, "Not bad for a change."

As they continued mining, Mei Ling, leaning against a cave wall, observed the surroundings and spoke in Mandarin, "这是什么矿石?(What kind of ore is this?)"

Faiz, the chief engineer from MV Sirena, responded, "I have no idea, but it's valuable. Let's grab what we can."

With bags filled, the team started making their way out of the cave, their Hazmat suits concealing the variety of expressions on their faces. They were curious about their discovery.

Back at the base, the team gathered around a table covered with the mysterious minerals, eager to unravel the secrets held within. They handed the samples to one another, each member contributing to the collective effort.

Jalaluddin Khyberi, nodding at the minerals, set the tone for the next steps. "Let's figure out what these can do and how AASOC planned to weaponize them."

Captain Ajwad, addressing the crew, assigned tasks. "Hffyl, check with Mei Ling and Emmy. See if they can analyze these minerals."

Hffyl, moving toward Mei Ling and Mikhail, found them huddled around a makeshift lab setup. "Hey there, I don't want anything to do about that. I'll just head back to making that tower thing."

Emmy, adjusting a blowtorch menacingly, added with a mischievous grin, "Hehe~ we'll find out what these could do."

Kadir, expressing a mix of concern and faith, stated, "I'll just go and pray for nothing bad will happen."

Meanwhile, the MV Sirena crew engaged in a discussion about the minerals' potential uses.

Captain Ajwad, addressing Rizal and Faiz, inquired, "Any idea how this could be weaponized?"

Rizal shrugged, "Maybe it's in the way they process it."

Faiz nodded, "Let's see if it reacts to anything. Chemistry might give us a clue."

Suresh, Priya, and Aini joined the conversation, curious about the minerals.

"Any chance we can cook something up with these?" Suresh asked, looking at the minerals.

Aini smiled, "Maybe a new dish with cancer."

Priya laughed, "As long as it's not explosive."

Simultaneously, Liv, Charlie, and the former AASOC members examined the minerals with a mix of caution and fascination.

"These rocks are the reason why AASOC got a grip on Zarabad in the first place?" Liv questioned, eyeing the minerals.

Charlie, raising an eyebrow, pondered, "Possible. Let's see if we can unlock their secrets."

As the discussion continued, Tank and Spectacles shared a quiet conversation.

"These minerals have some serious value. What do you think, Spectacles?" Tank whispered.

Jeremy nodded, "AASOC wouldn't bother if they were just pretty rocks."

The room buzzed with speculation and curiosity, each member contributing their thoughts without the need for formalities.

The room hummed with activity, the clinking of lab equipment and the low murmur of conversations creating a backdrop to the unfolding discoveries. Intrigued by Emmy's endeavors with the minerals, Hffyl made his way to the makeshift lab setup.

"What are you doing with these minerals?" Hffyl inquired, genuine curiosity in his voice.

Emmy, grinning mischievously, replied, "Well, we're trying to figure out what makes these rocks tick. If you wanna help, grab some safety gear from over there."

Hffyl, scratching his head, agreed, "Sure, why not?"

Emmy handed him a pair of safety goggles and gloves. "Safety first, we're playing with unknowns here."

Engaging in the experimentation, they examined the minerals, running tests, and jotting down observations. "What's all this for?" Hffyl asked, looking at the array of equipment.

"We're checking how these minerals react to different stimuli. Heat, light, electricity. The whole shebang," Emmy explained, emphasizing the importance of caution.

In the following scenes, the lab became a hub of activity, with Hffyl and Emmy engrossed in various experiments. They measured, heated, exposed to light, and more, uncovering the mysteries hidden within the minerals.

"This is pretty cool. But, what are we looking for exactly?" Hffyl asked, squinting at the results.

"Patterns, my friend. How these minerals behave under different conditions. It's like decoding a secret language," Emmy replied, her smile mirroring Hffyl's growing realization of the thrill in uncovering the unknown.

After a series of experiments, Hffyl and Emmy gathered the crew to share their findings. "We found some crazy properties in these minerals!" Hffyl exclaimed, excitement evident in his voice.

Emmy nodded in agreement, adding, "They absorb and release energy, react selectively to triggers, and are dense as heck."

The crew, a mix of curiosity and amazement, gathered around. Captain Ajwad raised an eyebrow, questioning, "So, these are more than just rocks?"

Emmy leaned in, her expression serious, "Way more. These could be the key to AASOC's firepower."

Rizal, deep in thought, remarked, "This changes the game. We need to understand how they process it for weapons." The room buzzed with anticipation as the team grasped the significance of their discovery.

Hffyl's eyes glinted with newfound inspiration as he mumbled to himself, sketching something on a piece of paper. The room noticed, and Mikhail raised an eyebrow, breaking the silence.

"What's got the kid so fired up?" he questioned.

Emmy, smirking, added, "Spill the beans. What's brewing in that mind of yours?"

Hffyl, with a mischievous grin, unfolded the paper, revealing a rough sketch of a firearm design incorporating Element X. "Imagine this—guns powered by Element X. They could be unstoppable. We could even take down a tank with one of these."

Captain Ajwad, skeptical, responded, "Kid, that sounds like science fiction. You sure this isn't too much for our league?"

Defiant, Hffyl asserted, "Think about it, Captain. These minerals absorb and release energy. We can control that. It's like a pulse firearm."

Kadir leaned in, intrigued, asking, "Ingenious, but how are you gonna make this happen?"

Hffyl, still grinning, replied, "I might need a little help from our engineering maestros—Mike, Zul, Faiz, Asif, and Karim."

Emmy teased, "So, a kid and a bunch of engineers are gonna revolutionize weapon tech? Something that militaries and firearm manufacturers had been working on for years?"

Serious, Hffyl stated, "Why not? If we succeed, we'll have something no one else does."

They gathered around Hffyl, discussing the potential challenges and safety measures. Faiz emphasized, "We can't risk accidents. Safety measures are non-negotiable."

Mike nodded in agreement, adding, "And we'll need to test this step by step. No shortcuts."

The team, a mix of skepticism and curiosity, started brainstorming. Zul, adopting a serious tone, warned, "This is uncharted territory. We need to be cautious."

Asif, smiling, countered, "But imagine if we pull it off. We'll be making history." The conversation continued, blending excitement and practicality as they navigated the thin line between innovation and risk.

The crew, now with the additional of Mike, Zul, Faiz, Asif, and Karim, crowded around a cluttered worktable strewn with tools and Element X components.

Mike, scratching his head, broke the silence, "Alright, kid, you got a vision. Let's see if it's feasible." Hffyl handed over the schematic to Faiz, who studied it with a raised eyebrow.

"Element X integration, huh? We're pushing boundaries here," Faiz remarked skeptically.

Asif, smiling, chimed in, "Boundaries are meant to be pushed. Let's get started."

The team embarked on the intricate process of disassembling a conventional rifle, making room for the Element X components. Zul, wearing a frown, voiced his concern, "We need to figure out how to embed Element X without compromising the structure."

Karim, nodding in agreement, added, "And ensure the energy cell fits seamlessly. It's need to be balanced."

The room echoed with the clinks of metal and hushed discussions as they faced challenges reminiscent of weapon manufacturing companies. Captain Ajwad reminded them, "Don't forget about safety. We don't want a volatile experiment on our hands."

Zul retorted, "Yea, yea... We'll install a safety switch."

Hours passed, and the room was filled with the scent of burning metal and the hum of machinery. Setbacks arose as they realized that creating a jam-proof weapon wasn't as simple as it sounded.

Emmy, irritated, voiced her frustration, "This thing keeps jamming. We can't afford that in the field."

Mikhail grimaced, "And the weight distribution is off. It's unwieldy."

They continued refining, testing, and balancing the weapon, facing fatigue and frustration. The challenge of creating a reliable, battle-ready firearm became apparent.

Hffyl, with a determined voice, rallied the team, "We're close. Just a bit more tweaking."

The team, tired yet resolute, put the finishing touches on the XE-1 Pulse Rifle. Faiz carefully connected the Element X energy cell, while Zul and Asif worked on the advanced cooling system.

"Alright, let's power it up and see if our calculations hold," Faiz announced. As the rifle hummed to life, a soft hum filled the room, and Hffyl's eyes widened with anticipation.

"It's alive! HA HA HA HA HA!" he exclaimed, his laughter echoing through the room, a rare display of such enthusiasm from him.

Captain Ajwad, looking at the rifle, acknowledged, "Impressive. But can it handle sustained fire?"

Zul nodded, "The cooling system should manage it. Element X's thermal properties are on our side."

They conducted a series of tests, adjusting settings and monitoring the rifle's performance. Outside, the rain started drumming on the ship's deck.

Mei Ling, checking the scope, reported, "Ballistic trajectories calculated. This thing is no joke."

Mikhail, with a nod of approval, signaled that communications were secure, "All systems are go. Just need to test it in real conditions."

Just then, Kadir walked in, his eyes widening at the sight of the futuristic rifle, "What in the world have you guys created?"

Hffyl then proudly declared, "The XE-1 Pulse Rifle. Ready to make history."

As they prepared to leave, Mustafa's voice echoed in, a stark reminder of their larger mission, "Gather, everyone. It's time to discuss our next move."