My name is Overwatch (DC)

Hidden Agendas

Melbourne 14/10/2022 2000hrs

In a dark alley in the depths of the still grieving city, the Demon's head paced through the abandoned passageway. Halting at what seemed to be a random location, he opened a hidden driveway with the wave of his hand. An ice-blue glow crept over the wet pavement, giving an eerie welcome to the master assassin. Entering the underground complex, Ra's was met with a glorious sight. Complicated production lines stretched as far as what he could see, assembling components for their master plan.

Black and chrome conveyer belts carried parts throughout the assembly line, having robotic limbs weld and attach additional items before being lifted to a different line. The resources came from all over the world, raw materials like bolts and pipes were being sourced out of Asia while armor plating and other metals were transported from shell companies in America. This entire operation was being overseen by members of the League of Assassins though there were a lot more moving parts to this plan than just that. Pirates transported the freight undetected through the oceans while African warlords were secretly being manipulated to gift their munitions and firearms to an unknown client.

Arriving at the designated meeting location, Ra's was allowed into a room void of sound and light. Once taking his post, lights ignited from the roof, illuminating six key figures that included; Vandal Savage, Lex Luthor, Queen Bee, Ra's Al Ghul, Klarion, and lastly, Black Manta. Savage started the meeting by first acknowledging the joy he has in the recent successes they have accomplished. Then he proceeded with business; "While Manta, Queen Bee and Ra's have been collecting necessary components, Luthor and Klarion have overseen the production of our new force. What is the status of the missiles Luthor?"

"The propulsion systems have been child's play to establish along with the guidance computers for navigation. However, the actual warheads are proving to be quite problematic. The main issue we are currently facing is that they are overheating during re-entry and causing damage to the rest of the cargo."

"I can help with that." Black Manta spoke up; "We have recently acquired a new metal from a facility in Vladivostok that has extreme resistance to temperatures. Maybe you can find a way to mass produce it and put a shield over the warheads."

"Thank you Manta, Luthor what are your estimates of getting this finished?" Savage replied briskly, all was coming together as planned. "Depending on what the composition materials are. We can fabricate the metal and install it in about three weeks. After that, we would be reaching our desired number a week before the launch date."

"Very nice, it is time to commence phase two of the operation. Ra's, Bee, Manta, rally your forces and coordinate the capture of key military installations to prevent interception. Do NOT destroy the bases, as that would cause suspicion. Rather just plant a means to eliminate them once phase three commences."

"It will be done." Ra's answered; "Soon the whole world will break under the sheer force we will apply to it. With swift execution, Operation Genesis will rebuild the world, leaving it under our rule and free of heroes."

Manta spoke up one lasttime; "Just because I am curious, who will control what once this is all over?"To his luck, Luthor replied with a humorous chuckle. "I will command northernAmerica, Savage gets the southern part. Ra's will control Asia apart fromRussia which Klarion will receive along with Europe. Bee gets Africa while youmy ally, will get Australia and the majority of the Pacific Ocean."

"Very well then, I have nothing more to say." Black Manta brought the meeting to a close. Ra's watched as most of the Light left to go to their respective headquarters. The only people left in the room afterward were himself, Luthor, and Savage. "Ra's come here, I have a gift for the two of you." Savage called out with his aged wisdom.

Walking over to a small table with a few glasses, an ice container, and a few bottles, Ra's gathered with the two other bosses to see what this apparent 'gift' was. "This is a whiskey that I purchased in Scotland almost three hundred years ago. It has aged very well and I feel that now is the right time to make a toast to our great success."

"Yes, with much dedication, we have manipulated the world towards a better path for over two years now. Gathering the necessary technology, artifacts, and resources to finally be able to put an end to the age of heroes." Luthor commented with a sly smirk spreading across his face. Raising a toast to the end of an age, the three consumed a glass each of the aged drink, reveling in their upcoming victory and the marvelous taste spoiling their tongues.

Mount Justice 15/10/2022 0930hrs

Due to the recent interruptions with the attacks around the world, Superboy's mentor day had been postponed till Superman would be free next. Currently, the team was relaxing in front of the TV, watching Overwatch, Robin, Kid Flash, and the newest member playing some Call Of Duty Black Ops 2. The squad had just started a new round of zombies after Wally caused the entire team to get downed in the previous game. While Overwatch and Robin ran around slaughtering zombies, the other two were stumbling around like headless chickens trying to get some points.

Zatanna was the most recent addition to the team, her magical abilities granted them a powerful new asset and she was really fun to be around. The team had interacted with her before but only on occasion, now she was officially part of the team and she was ecstatic to be there. Both Wally and herself were complete amateurs when it came to the zombies game mode and Overwatch thought this could be a great teambuilding activity to get her more in tune with the rest of the teens.

Getting an insta-kill, the two slayers stepped back and allowed the other two to finally get enough points to be able to afford a chance at the Mystery box. Zatanna went first, getting the RPD light machine gun, causing Overwatch to gasp at her amazing luck. They had just finished wave 8 and although both Robin and Overwatch had already Pack-A-Punched their guns, this would ussually be the part where things would get difficult. Wally was next, unfortunately all he got was the ballistic knives, a weapon that was pretty much useless at this point in the game.

"OH WHAT THE HELL!?" Wally screeched, he was obviously not very happy at the prospect of getting basically nothing to fight with. "It's okay Wally, I'm sure you will get a good gun next time." Megan stated supportively, though she barely managed to hide her smirk. Unlike the rest of the team who were giggling like crazy or just outright laughing.

"Arrival Superman zero, one."

The artificial voice announced over the speakers, gaining the attention of Conner, who proceeded to stand up and walk over to his soon-to-be mentor. Overwatch tossed his controller to Artemis and told her to not mess up the game while he was away, getting an eye roll in exchange.

"So Superman, are you here to take Superboy under your wing?" Jake asked after giving Clark a firm handshake. Even with his enhanced strength, Jake was no match against the Kryptonian.

"Yes I am, I'll be taking him to my apartment first, then we'll go to the Fortress of Solitude for some training before ending up in Smallville where there will be dinner. You can come if you want, Ma always makes too much food for all of us." Clark humbly answered, igniting a smile on Conner's face. The boy truly seemed happy at the prospect of getting to know the person he was programmed to become. Though this time it would be for his own reasons. Superman made it clear that he will not be treating Conner like a son, but rather like a younger brother that has come of age.

"Well then, I best not keep you waiting. Also, there is an urgent game that I must get back to..." Jake said as he started backtracking toward the living room. As the two Kryptonians left, Overwatch could hear them already starting to bond before the usual computer voice announced their departure.

"Departing Superman zero one, Superboy B zero four."

A/N: I just want to clarify a few things like the age gap between Conner and Clark. So here are the ages for the members of the Team along with Superman. Btw, these are going to be the ages as of the start of the next chapter:

Jake and Megan: 17

Dick, Wally, Artemis: 16

Kaldur: 19

Conner: Biologically he is also 17 but technically he is just over six months old.

Superman: 53 but he looks like he is in his early 30's due to his slowed aging