In the twilight of Cassaport, where innovation clashed with tradition, Afleck and Lyra, a brilliant engineer, stood proudly before a crude but imposing structure. They had dedicated months into crafting a prototype of a revolutionary armor, one that was not just a layer of protection but a vessel of power. The most striking feature was its mechanical wings—elegant yet formidable, capable of flight and designed to carry explosive payloads in need for a last effort to destroy rivals. "We did it Afleck," Lyra said as they exchanged glances, "Indeed, we did. I have to say, for a young minded engineer like you, you aint that bad." Afleck said as he looked at the mechanical armor, "Learned with the best, trained by the best. What do you expect from that?" "A chaotic researcher?" Afleck said as he nudged her slightly, the both of them laughed and as they walked out, they encountered Draven, their test soldier for the prototype armor.
"After months of the research that we did, it's time to prove that this, is the new generation for our fighting, my friend." Lyra said as they walked out of the facility, Draven wearing the armor. Their excitement bubbled over as they approached the village elder, a stern figure with a reputation for skepticism. The Elder, graying yet vibrant with wisdom, scrutinized their creation from a distance, arms crossed and brow furrowed at the looks of the armor.
"This... armor?" he grunted, his voice filled with doubt. "What makes it any more than a fleeting fancy? Can it withstand the chaos of battle? Has it proven it's power? Why.....This design?" Afleck, undeterred, replied, "This is more than just armor. It represents a fusion of engineering and warfare. We can showcase its power right now!" "Indeed, your majesty" Lyra chimed in, "And this will give our soldiers another new advantage, flight." "Flight? But we already got airships that can carry our soldiers, that's what they're meant for, they're meant to fly." The Elder Replied back
"But what if the said airship does lose it's power of flight sir? Then those one board can do nothing to survive the crash, and this will give us a much better air combat against our foes, in case that they do fancy to return," Draven replied
The Elder raised an eyebrow, his interest slightly piqued. "Perhaps a demonstration is in order. Soldier!" he barked. Draven,never backing down from a challenge, he accepted it. A seasoned warrior known across the realm for his courage and skill. He approached, strapping himself into the gleaming armor. With an audible click, the mechanical wings unfurled, glistening in the fading light. The design appeared almost organic in its fluidity, the very embodiment of strength and agility.
"I see you made this one, more lightweight I see," Draven said as he showed the wings to The Elder, "I have to say Afleck, you had nailed the Phoenix Style!" he replied, "It is true Elder, these past few months, I had been seeing Phoenix Birds to study them and to see how they fought, ever since I fought Vance, I had grown use to his style of fighting, the Phoenix demands attention, precision and speed in carrying out their swift and deadly attacks," "They're still around?" The Elder asked, "Yes, sir. I had never said it until now due to my fear of their poaching once more," "I understand your reasonings Afleck, but were not here for Phoenix protection services, were here to see if your invention can truly uphold the Phoenix culture!" The Elder roared as he himself was excited to see this invention take flight.
As the two engineers activated the armor's flight system, Draven gripped the controls. With a gentle thrust, he surged upward, caught by the cool wind as the wings propelled him into the sky. The onlookers gasped, their skepticism replaced by awe.
Afleck had meticulously prepared a testing ground filled with targets and contraptions, each designed to showcase the armor's capabilities. "Prepare for target acquisition!" he shouted, a fervor igniting as he readied a series of wooden dummies resembling enemies.
Draven soared through the air, his movements precise and purposeful. He executed swift, spiraling dives, launching spears with deadly accuracy from the armor's specialized compartments. One by one, the spears struck their marks, resonating loudly as they penetrated the practice dummies.
With every successful throw, Afleck's heart raced. Draven's grace in the air and lethal precision dazzled the onlookers. They witnessed the armor's lightweight structure, allowing the soldier to perform aerial maneuvers that seemed to defy gravity itself. The wings not only supported flight but also provided stability, allowing for calculated strikes from above.
"Now, let's demonstrate the explosion capability!" Lyra called out, readying a small explosive device. With a flick of a button embedded in the armor's hilt, Draven activated the charges stored within the wings, causing them to detonate just a few feet from the ground. A thunderous boom filled the air, showering sparks but leaving Draven unscathed—a testament to the armor's protective qualities.
Elder, who had watched with narrowed eyes, was now smiling. The soldier's aerial prowess had obliterated the last of his doubts. "Impressive," he admitted, stroking his beard thoughtfully. "Perhaps there's merit in your creation after all."
A cheer erupted from the crowd, and the atmosphere shifted dramatically. The doubters now embraced the innovation, their excitement cascading like a wave. The Elder turned to the engineers, eyes twinkling with newfound respect. "You've proven the armor's worth. Prepare for production; Cassaport will have this advantage."
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The Phoenix Order
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