Project Extinction: Player Driven Story

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Project Extinction, where the last of us come to serve and die.
New section published every Monday between 12pm and 3pm BST

How it works?
Each week, I will post a good size addition to the story of Project Extinction, which sees the characters take part in an adventure or confrontation with each other. Therefore, I will

Story
The year is 2553, the Covenant has splintered into countless factions each with its own objectives and purpose. The insurrection, not contempt with humanities unity during the war, has risen up to prominence again.

Project Extinction is an organisation set up to secretly or openly fight against these threats to humanity. Under the supervision of Captain Arctic, with the assistance of his AI Frankie, the project undergoes many operations to discredit the reputation of many groups, even those affiliated with the UNSC to prolong the safety of Humanity.

Characters
The characters present in the story are created by YOU and therefore you have a stake in the story. You can create a maximum of two characters. The first is your Protagonist, which is your main character and whom I am unable to kill without your permission. The other is the Sidekick. They can have the same stake in the plot, however I can kill them at any time. State which character is which so I know who is who.

Format
So I know a little about your character, using this format in the comments, give me a description using this criteria:

Name:
Nickname:
Class:
Specialization:
Weapons: Limit to maximum of two, Human only
Biography:

Characters receive these as default, however as the story progresses and so does the character they can earn them over time. I will contact each characters owner to ask how they wish their character to progress.

Rank: Private
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Standard
Armor Enhancements: None
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: None

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Template

Name:
Nickname:
Class:
Specialization:
Weapons:
Rank: Private
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Standard
Armor Enhancements: None
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: None

Biography:

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Protagonist
Name: Chris Hagen
Nickname: Split
Class: ODST
Specialization: Hostage situations
Weapons: Smg, Automag
Rank:
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Standard ODST
Armor Enhancements: VISR
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: None

Sidekick
Name: Logan Reese
Nickname: Loud Mouth
Class: ODST
Specialization: Being a loud mouth
Weapons: Smg, Automag
Rank:
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Standard ODST
Armor Enhancements: VISR
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: None

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This sounded pretty interesting to me I thought I’d give it a try. I’m interested to see what direction you take this.

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Chapter 1: Thing of the Past

Project Extinction began from a simple science section of the UNSC, to its own fully funded and recognised organisation during the Human-Covenant War. Afters it end, we were giving further funding, more recruits and even our very own AI. Still designated as apart of the UNSC science division, we were given clearance and opportunity to do whatever we wanted. The Extinction Navy comprised of three Destroyers and 4 Corvettes of different varieties. It helped Extinction Command conduct their operations. Most retired UNSC ships from after the war, they were still armed and dangerous vessels.

A pelican left one of the destroyers, the Desitude, and made way down to the surface of a small planet. Given the designation YF-76, it was known as Summer. The planet itself was a mostly Jungle planet, with a few oceans. However, the planet was ⅓ the size of earth and uninhabited. Therefore, this was the home of Extinction Command.

Inside the Pelican, there was an assortment of fresh troops, scientists and engineers that had been transferred over from various sections of the UNSC. However, two of them were distinguished. Two ODSTs, Chris Hagen and Logan Reese. Both transferred Outright Company, they had experienced only the end of the Human-Covenant war.

“Why are these things so loud?” shouted Logan, with Chris ignoring due to the noise the Pelican. He shouted again, this time getting Chris’ attention. “What do you mean, surely you voice is louder than anything in here.” Replied Chris. Logan shouted back “That’s not funny dude, I want to get rid of that nickname.” Chris asked “What nickname?” Logan looked at him and shouted “Loud Mouth!” Not realising that the noise had stopped, everyone in the Pelican heard it. A marine chuckled and said “So you are Loud Mouth?” Everyone in the Pelican chuckled, including Chris and Logan who both found it quite amusing.

As the Pelican touched down at Extinction Command, all the occupants exited. Four transport warthogs were waiting outside the Pelican ready to take them to the mess hall for their introduction. They jumped on board and made their way to there. Upon reaching the command centre, a marine handed them all a earpiece. Even though it was new to them, both the ODSTs did not ask what it was for. They continued walking down the hallway.

A voice suddenly jumped into their ear. Making everyone jump, and making the people in the hallway chuckle. “Hello mates, I am Extinction AI, Designated as Frankie. I am in charge of all systems and personnel apart of Project Extinction. Carry on walking to the mess hall, for your briefing from Lieutenant Jackson.” Everyone continued walking. “Ok, after the meeting you are to head these locations. Engineers to Section 4T, Scientists to meet with Doctor Palmer at the Observatory and Marines to the Barracks.”

“Well apart from you two, Private Hagen and Private Reese. After the meeting you are to head to the Command Centre to meet with Captain Artic.” Logan looked at Chris, saying “Looks like we get to meet the big man.” Chris replied saying “But what does he want?” Frankie, still being connected to their earpieces replies “You will find out, and Private Reese. Do not call him big man when you meet him, word of warning.” The ODSTs chuckled and kept walking.

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Sidekick
Name: Eveline
Nickname: Eva
Class: Spartan IV
Specialization: Frontline Combat
Weapons: Battle Rifle, Pistol
Rank: Unknown
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Standard
Armor Enhancements: None
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: None

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Sorry it is lateChapter 2: Same old life

The ODSTs carry walking through the corridor until they see a sign for the mess. They look at eachother, and proceed to enter. A collection of marines, scientists and engineers are present. As soon as they sit down, a voice appears. “ODSTs, always first in the fight, always last to a meeting” an unknown female voices. Out walks Lieutenant Trance. “What my colleague is trying to say, is why are you late marines?” a second voice says. Out walks Lieutenant Victor. “We were talking to frankie, Lieutenants” responded Chris. Trance muttered to herself. Victor began to speak “Welcome to Extinction Command, home to Project Extinction. You have all been transferred…” he continued to give the same old safety speech, reminding Chris of his old school assemblies back home. Same old.

After the speech was completed, the ODSTs headed to the command centre. Walking through the corridor, you could see Project Extinction brought in the best of people. They passed Engineers, Scientists and even Spartans. It certainly felt like a military base, even if it was not. Entering the command centre, they were greeted by Frankie. “Welcome Privates, the Captain is taking a call, he will be with you shortly.” Frankie was not visible before, now he was. He had decided to take the form of a 21st Century British Landlord. He had a jacket which was buttoned and a plaid cap on his head. The command centre was large enough, with a circular table dominating the room. It currently had the fleet in orbit on the table.

“Yes sir, I understand that, however all my assets are off site, I do not…” Captain Artic looked at Chris and Logan. “…Luckily sir, I believe I have some men now that can do it. I will be in touch.” Captain Artic walked over to the ODSTs. “Welcome to Project Extinction. Safe trip boys?” Captain Artic stood at an impressive 6ft 5 and had the muscles to prove it, yet had the kindness in his voice only your mother could truly give. “Safe trip sir, that right Logan?” responded Chris. “Yeah, your stuff is quite old though, makes a lot of noise. Arctic chuckled and said “It may be old, but it is sure better than anything but the UNSCs tech. Come with me.”

They walked over to the circular table, currently displaying the fleet. “Hey, Frankie. Can you display coordinates 2234 7890, if you would.” Frankie quickly popped onto the side of the screen, “Aye Captain.” On the table was displayed a UNSC Destroyer, with a hole right in the side of it.

“Terrorists, sir?” asked Chris. Arctic looked at him and stated “If it was the Rebels then this war might as well be done. No, it is a Covenant splinter cell. They operate from these coordinates.” Logan asked “What is important about this Destroyer sir?” Arctic answered “We believe there is several important assets onboard which could be dangerous to both the UNSC and Project Extinction. You are assigned with a group of marines to board the ship and recover these assets. Understood?” Both of them responded with “Yes sir!”

Upon walking out of the command centre, Lieutenants Trance and Victor walked past. Trance ignored them completely, whilst Victor gave a smile. Such an odd pair, thought Chris.

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No post this week, I haven’t had the chance to write it during the week off and I need to catch up with class work. Sorry. :smiley:

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Protagonist
Name: Hazlet
Nickname: Haz
Class: Spartan II
Specialization: CQC
Weapons: Shotgun, Magnum/Pistol
Rank: [REDACTED]
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Mark V Alpha
Armor Enhancements: Armor Lock
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: Combat Knife, Armor Lock Restraint

Sidekick
Name: Frederic
Nickname: Freddy
Class: Spartan II
Specialization: Stealth
Weapons: DMR, Silenced SMG
Rank: [REDACTED]
Faction: Project Extinction
Armor: Mark V Alpha Reflex
Armor Enhancements: Active Camouflage, Advanced Sensors
Body Enhancements: None
Gear: Fiber Wire, Combat Knife

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[Main Character]
Name: Operator (no real name ever learned)
Nickname: 757
Class: Mercenary Specialization, CQC, Infiltration
Weapons: Custom Sniper, Custom Battle Riffle
Rank: Mercenary Faction Project Extinction
Armor: Enhanced Recon
Armor Enhancements: Camouflage technology, Reflex Enhancement, Prototype Tracking System [TAS]
Body Enhancements: faster shield recharge
Gear: Grappling hook, Box [yes a f*king box for a humor aspect later]
Biography: When things get rough they send in the elite of the elite, the legendary Recon unit “Last Hope” each member has their set skill and ability in combat. They usually operate alone or with a Scout or Guardian unit and have been known to kill an entire squadron as well decimate entire strong holds on their own or capture key choke points through the universe. Many believe they no longer function or operate, but that has always been the main objective as a black operator contracted killer. To do all the work and never be seen or leave evidence behind unless on purpose, for the past twenty years everything has been quiet in the universe until this point when someone mentioned seeing the emblem of a “Last Hope” operator in the area.

[Side Kick]
Name: Dev
Nickname: Scout
Class: Mercenary, Scout
Specialization: Recon
**Weapons:**SMG, LMG
Rank: Scout
Faction: Project Extinction Hired Help
Armor: Scouting Armor
Armor Enhancements: Radar Enhancement, ARTEMIS system
Body Enhancements: quick reflex
Gear: thermal sensor, extra magazines, Medical supplies
Biography: Part of the Last Hope operator unit that was formed from black books, little is known about their affiliation or even if any are still currently active duty, usually are paired with what is called a Operator unit, Main function of a Scout or what is called a Guardian is to keep the Operator on task and provide constant coms from vantage points of movements.

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> 2533274834837467;10:
> [Main Character]Name: Operator (no real name ever learned)
> Nickname: 757
> Class: Mercenary Specialization, CQC, Infiltration
> Weapons:Sniper, Battle Riffle with attached grenade launcher under barrelRank: Mercenary Faction Project Extinction
> Armor: Enhanced Recon
> Armor Enhancements: Camouflage technology, Reflex Enhancement
> Body Enhancements: faster shield recharge
> Gear: Grappling hook, Box [yes a f*king box for a humor aspect later]Biography: When things get rough they send in the elite of the elite, the legendary Recon unit “Last Hope” each member has their set skill and ability in combat. They usually operate alone or with a Scout or Guardian unit and have been known to kill an entire squadron as well decimate entire strong holds on their own or capture key choke points through the universe. Many believe they no longer function or operate, but that has always been the main objective as a black operator contracted killer. To do all the work and never be seen or leave evidence behind unless on purpose, for the past twenty years verything has been quiet in the universe until this point when someone mentioned seeing the emblem of a “Last Hope” operator in the area.
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> [Side Kick]Name: Dev
> Nickname: Scout
> Class: Mercenary
> Specialization: Recon
> Weapons:SMG, LMGRank: Scout
> Faction: Project Extinction Hired Help
> Armor: Scouting Armor
> Armor Enhancements: Radar Enhancement
> Body Enhancements: quick reflex
> Gear: thermal sensor, extra magazines, Medical supplies
> Biography: Part of the Last Hope operator unit that was formed from black books, little is known about their affiliation or even if any are still currently active duty, usually are paired with what is called a Operator unit, Main function of a Scout or what is called a Guardian is to keep the Operator on task and provide constant coms from vantage points of movements.

A little unfair don’t you think? Not too unfair, but still, it’s there.

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Nope he said have fun with it xD and it’s all human based beside a few enhancements that I already confirmed and already apart of Halo Lore if you look into Black projects. got to have that mercenary group in every story to be the D bags or add the humor ;D

And I am willing to change bits and pieces at the Writers request anyway.

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I enjoyed the read, hope he gets back into it instead of letting thread die.

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> 2533274834837467;13:
> I enjoyed the read, hope he gets back into it instead of letting thread die.

Yeah, I didn’t know if you wanted to be humorous or edgy.

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> > I enjoyed the read, hope he gets back into it instead of letting thread die.
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> Yeah, I didn’t know if you wanted to be humorous or edgy.

a little of both but def more humorous

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> 2533274834837467;15:
> > 2533274973155628;14:
> > > 2533274834837467;13:
> > > I enjoyed the read, hope he gets back into it instead of letting thread die.
> >
> > Yeah, I didn’t know if you wanted to be humorous or edgy.
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> a little of both but def more humorous

I didn’t mean to say unfair either, I’m just too lazy to edit it. Ironically both of my characters are super soldiers.

You can quote him to notify him.

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Ambitious

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Apologies, I did not mean to leave this story randomly. I will be continuing to post on this thread.

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WHta?