Start of a New World
The moon cast a dim glow over the new hideout as Alex pondered his next moves. It had been almost two weeks since the intense firefight with law enforcement, and the media was still buzzing with reports about the rogue group. Alex, his waifu squad, and the sleeper agents had made a clean escape using their advantage in the dark of night, combined with their thermal and night vision gear. They had left a wake of chaos and destruction behind, and Alex couldn't help but feel a sense of guilt.
His mind raced as he replayed the events that had led to this point. He understood that not all the law enforcement officers were necessarily bad people, but there were two things that justified his actions in his mind. They had gone against him when he was doing good for the world, and they had used a girl as bait to manipulate him. Trisha's betrayal stung, as he had genuinely felt a connection with her.
Alex had stayed out of state, keeping a low profile and watching the intense media coverage. The clips shown on TV showcased the shootouts and the FBI agents being decimated by sleeper agents, but the initial, unprovoked shots were conveniently omitted. Law enforcement now had their faces and identities, but Alex realized he didn't care much. He had always been an introvert, and as long as he had his powers, his waifu squad, and access to the internet, he was content.
However, he couldn't ignore the greater problems facing the world. Poverty, hunger, and corrupt governments troubled him, and he began to develop a hero complex. He believed he could fix these issues using his system's abilities, and he was cautiously starting to form a plan. Alex had always been a strategic thinker, and he knew that his unique power could reshape the world.
After brainstorming many ideas and plans, he found a potential way to make a global impact. Alex discovered a strategic Sci-Fi Kingdom Building game called Space Kingdoms VI, which offered a high-difficulty challenge. The objective was to beat the game by conquering max-difficulty AI opponents with all characters. The reward included Kingdom management, Language Comprehension, Forces Management, Hero/Thinker Summons, and powerful Space Kingdoms items, vehicles, and perks.
The last reward, in particular, piqued Alex's interest. Space Kingdoms was filled with futuristic technology, space lasers, power armor, and advanced energy sources. With this reward, he could create his own powerful nation. He decided to undertake the challenge and prove his prowess in the game.
As Alex White had become the FBI's most wanted, and the federal government had condemned his actions and those of the Rogues, the Department of Defense (DOD) had put him at the top of their priority list. The DOD didn't know his exact position but deduced that he was higher up than the typical raid-level operators. Footage of the raid and Sasha's detailed accounts suggested that this was no ordinary group.
With newfound dexterity and intellect from his high-level Character Customization ability, Alex embarked on the challenging journey to complete the Space Kingdoms VI mission, driven by his desire to wield the incredible powers that lay at the end of this digital quest.
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CIA POV
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In a dimly lit, high-security room hidden deep within the heart of a clandestine government facility, two mysterious figures clad in black suits sat hunched over a bank of monitors. The screens displayed classified footage of the recent raid on the rogue group known as the "Rogues."
Agent Jenkins, a seasoned CIA operative with a reputation for handling the unusual, leaned forward as he observed the surreal scenes playing out on the monitors. He adjusted his glasses, squinting at the screen. "This... this is beyond anything I've seen before, Agent Smith. These girls turned into operators out of nowhere"
Agent Smith, his partner and fellow operative, nodded in agreement. "I concur, Jenkins. This is not the work of ordinary criminals. It's supernatural."
The footage revealed an eerie series of events: law enforcement agents caught off-guard, sleeper agents taking down officers with near-superhuman precision, and the sudden, unexplained silence that followed. Then, more chaos, as bullets rained from unseen sources and mysterious thumps and whispers echoed through the battlefield.
"Did you see that?" Jenkins pointed to the screen, highlighting the moment when the shooter took out multiple agents with subsonic bullets. "That's not human. He has insane aim!"
Smith scratched his chin. "It's as if they're... phantoms. Shadows." Smith said as somehow he seemingly teleported.
As the footage played, the chaotic scene intensified. Grenades were thrown with uncanny precision, explosions lighting up the night.
"The way they deploy those grenades," Jenkins murmured. "It's almost like they have inhuman strength and precision."
Smith turned to his partner. "We've dealt with the supernatural before, Jenkins, but this... this is on another level. We can't handle this alone."
Jenkins nodded, and with a determined look, he reached for the secure phone on the table beside them. He dialed a number known only to those with the highest level of security clearance. After a few moments, someone on the other end answered.
"This is Agent Jenkins," he said, his voice steady. "We have an incident that requires the attention of the Void Group."
The voice on the other end responded in hushed tones, granting approval for their request.
Smith and Jenkins exchanged glances. It was a rare occurrence to activate the Void Group, a covert division of the CIA dedicated to dealing with supernatural and unexplained phenomena. They had seen the footage, and they knew that the Rogues weren't ordinary criminals.
As the Void Group's covert agents prepared to investigate the strange and supernatural events surrounding the Rogues, Jenkins and Smith continued to monitor the classified footage. They understood that this was just the beginning of a mystery that was far from ordinary and threatened to change the rules of the game.
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CIA POV END
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Extra Media POV
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News Anchor: Welcome back, ladies and gentlemen. The nation is abuzz with the ongoing debate surrounding the Rogues. Let's shift the focus to public opinion. Recent polls indicate that, surprisingly, a substantial portion of the public has rallied behind the enigmatic organization. We've invited a representative from a leading polling agency to discuss these findings. Mr. Pollster, can you shed some light on this unexpected support for the Rogues?
Pollster: Certainly, it's quite fascinating. Our surveys have shown that a significant number of people are indeed siding with the Rogues, albeit with some reservations. You see, while many are uneasy about their use of violence against law enforcement, a substantial portion believes the Rogues are addressing legitimate concerns within our society, such as corruption and the abuse of power. They question the effectiveness of the current legal system and view the Rogues as a response to its shortcomings.
News Anchor: Thank you for that insight. Now, let's hear from some members of the public themselves. We have invited two citizens to share their thoughts on this matter. Mrs. Daniels, you support the Rogues, am I correct?
Mrs. Daniels: Yes, I do. While I'm not a fan of violence, the Rogues have shaken things up and exposed the issues we've all been whispering about. Corruption is rampant, and sometimes it takes extreme measures to force change. I believe they genuinely want a better world.
News Anchor: Thank you, Mrs. Daniels. And Mr. Harris, you're on the opposing side?
Mr. Harris: Indeed. While I appreciate the need for reform, violence is never the solution. We have to remember that we have a system in place for a reason. It's not perfect, but it can be improved through peaceful means, like voting and activism. The Rogues' actions risk turning them into the very problem they seek to solve.
The news anchor concluded the segment, leaving viewers with a sense of the nuanced public sentiment regarding the Rogues. While the organization had managed to garner support from a portion of the population, their methods continued to be a point of contention. The nation remained divided, torn between the desire for change and the rejection of violence as a means to achieve it.