A Trap at the Shallow Crater

Following the conclusion of the Captain's lengthy speech, the illusory screens in front of him cut off. After which, he marched toward Fort EastWind's eastern exit. Marching right along behind him were the few dozen members of Platoon 49. Their thunderous footsteps resounded within the confines of the Fort until they sounded no more, with the Platoon members stepping outside the Fort.

— After half an hour of fast-paced marching —

Platoon 49's Captain raised his hand, its back facing the rest of the Platoon. This was the signal to stop. And doing just that, the Platoon came to a sudden halt.