Storm Hawks: The Yuuzhan Vong War

Chapter XXIV

After the defeat of the Yuuzhan Vong, all of Atmos celebrated this victory. For the first time, Sky Knights and Cyclonians celebrated this victory as allies. Though the Atmosian Coalition had defeated the Yuuzhan Vong, the price they paid was a heavy one as this war cost the lives of trillions of people. Atmos's victory against the Yuuzhan Vong was a costly one. In the days following the end of the war, the leaders of the Atmosian Coalition met on Terra Neverlandis to discuss the future. The lingering question of what is to become of the coalition was on everyone's minds.

Aerys: Since time immemorial, the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire have been mortal enemies waging war on one another. But this war showed us that we can unite under a single cause. Perhaps this terrible war was fates way of showing us what can be. Master Cyclonis, we have been enemies for our entire lives. Perhaps it is time that we put aside the differences that has plunged Atmos into endless war. I believe it's time we put aside our differences and unite as one. It will not be an easy task, but our war against the Yuuzhan Vong showed us that it is possible.

As Aerys proposed peace between the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire, Master Cyclonis spoke up.

Master Cyclonis: It is a noble idea, but I'm afraid it's nothing more than a dream. Our alliance was one out of self interest. Once, Atmos was under the complete control of the Cyclonian Empire. I intend to get it all back.

Aerys: So you would wage war on us?

Master Cyclonis: Not now. Both of us sustained heavy losses. I see no reason to seek conflict with you at this very moment. Such an engagement would be pointless. Our common enemy is defeated. There is no reason to fight each other. Consider this a temporary truce.

With that, the Atmosian Coalition had ended. Though they remained enemies, the conflict between the Sky Knights and the Cyclonian Empire would be halted as both factions would take time to recover from their losses. As the Sky Knights and Cyclonians went their separate ways, the Storm Hawks were approached by Master Cyclonis and her chief lieutenants.

Master Cyclonis: It's rather strange that this alliance is now over. The next time we meet, our circumstances will be much different.

Aerrow: It doesn't have to be that way, Cyclonis.

Master Cyclonis: We both know that this has only one outcome: war. And I intend to win this war.

Aerrow: Then we'll be ready to stop you.

As Aerrow said that, Master Cyclonis couldn't help but smirk at Aerrow's response. Despite the circumstances, Master Cyclonis felt a great deal of respect for Aerrow's resolve.

Master Cyclonis: It is almost a shame that we are enemies, Aerrow. You and Piper could have been my greatest enforcers.

Aerrow: Not in this lifetime, Cyclonis. 

With that, Master Cyclonis and her chief lieutenants parted ways with the Storm Hawks. In that moment, the Atmosian Coalition was over. Aerys then approached the Storm Hawks. 

Aerys: You did well, Storm Hawks. 

Aerrow: We only did our duty. 

Aerys: You've done more than your duty. You went above and beyond for Atmos. Our fate balanced on the edge of a knife, but then when hope at last prevailed, that knife turned and plunged deep into the heart of our enemy. 

Piper: Do you think the Yuuzhan Vong will come back?

Finn: If they do, they'll think twice about coming back since we totally kicked their asses!

Stork: For once, I'm feeling rather optimistic. I hate this feeling.....

Aerrow: Well get used to it Stork! 

Junko: I'm hungry. Can we go home? 

Aerrow: I think we all earned a little rest. Let's go. 

With that, the Storm Hawks boarded the Condor and departed from Terra Neverlandis. As the Condor flew away, Aerys was approached by Arygyn.

Arygyn: Those kids are gonna go far.

Aerys: Atmos is most fortunate to have heroes like the Storm Hawks. 

Aerys smiled to himself, confident that whatever the future brings, the Storm Hawks would always be there to aid Atmos in it's time of need. As night fell on the Condor, Piper met up with Aerrow.

Piper: That was quite a speech Aerrow.

Aerrow: Glad you enjoyed it.

Piper: I still can't believe we worked with the Cyclonians to take down something as big as the Yuuzhan Vong. It sounds almost too insane to be true!

Aerrow: Yet we did it. Not only did we put our differences aside for the greater good, but we did it to defeat a greater evil. Who knows? This could possibly mean peace between us and the Cyclonians!

Upon hearing that, Piper was dumbfounded.

Piper: Peace with the Cyclonians? Is that even possible?

Aerrow: Crazier things have happened Piper! If we can work together with them once, why can't we do it again consistently?

Piper: I don't know Aerrow. Even if the others were on board, would the Cyclonians be on board with this?

Aerrow: Like I said Piper, crazier things have happened! But I do know one thing is certain. The sky is never the limit. 

As the two bonded in that moment, the future seemed bright. The Yuuzhan Vong War was finally over. Though it had come at a high cost, the people of Atmos were able to unite and defeat the Yuuzhan Vong despite the overwhelming odds, in no small part due to the efforts of the Storm Hawks.