Justice: Rip and tear (DOOM x DC comics)

Chapter 17-Vacation cutshort

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---Santa Prisca---

Doomguy and his 'squad' arrive at a security gate that automatically opens, allowing them entry into the heavily guarded compound. The stomps of his power armor echo ominously through the still night, growing louder as he strides across the asphalt. The compound is illuminated by harsh floodlights, casting long shadows and creating an atmosphere of tension. His gaze sweeps over the area, taking in the sight of rigorous military exercises unfolding under the watchful eye of sentries perched in the guard towers.

"Say HUT!" A training instructor bellows, as a formation of recruits drop to the ground for push-ups, their breaths visible in the cool night air. Doomguy, observing the disciplined chaos, bites his upper lip in thought. He has yet to make a concrete plan to uncover proof that Qurac is involved in the illicit funding or arming. One thing is certain, though: he has yet to see any Doom Hunters around. Perhaps they are stationed on another part of the archipelago, hidden from view.

The compound hums with the energy of a military operation in full swing. Vehicles roll by, their engines growling as they transport equipment and personnel to various parts of the facility. The air smells of diesel and sweat, mingling with the crisp ocean breeze that occasionally sweeps through. The recruits, clad in standard-issue fatigues, move in unison, their boots thudding rhythmically on the tarmac.

His musings are interrupted as Ash, his AI companion, speaks through the comms embedded in his power armor. "Sir, it's only a matter of time before they discover the dead body. I've been unable to pinpoint any files in their servers regarding Qurac, but I have discovered a meeting room on the top floor of the compound. It uses various automated security measures, including turrets and laser detectors. I can easily disable them, or since you appear as a friendly in their IFF systems, you could bypass them, but that isn't the issue."

"Then what is the issue?" Doomguy asks, his mind racing with potential scenarios.

"It's the human guards you'll need to bypass," ASH explains.

ASH is the most advanced AI, second only to VEGA, who was lost in the final battle between The Doom Slayer and The Dark Lord. She possesses nearly the same capabilities, able to hack into the most encrypted military coding known to man and shut down a city's power grid within a minute. However, she cannot control the human mind.

"How many guards?" Doomguy inquires. If there are only a few guards inside the building, he can handle them. However, if there are numerous guards on each floor, his mission could be in serious jeopardy.

"Just one guard at the front door," ASH replies.

This revelation prompts Doomguy to reconsider his strategy. If there were multiple guards, he could rely on stealth to take them out one by one. But with only a single guard outside the door, a different approach is needed.

The guard appears young, with an air of inexperience about him. His uniform is slightly wrinkled, and he carries his rifle with a casualness that suggests he doesn't expect any real threats. Despite this, his eyes are sharp, scanning the area with a keen awareness that belies his youthful appearance. The guard's presence is a reminder that while technology and brute force are formidable, the human element remains unpredictable and requires careful navigation.

Doomguy observes the surroundings, noting the precision with which the guards move and the high-tech equipment they carry. Each soldier is armed with state-of-the-art weaponry, their armor gleaming under the bright lights of the compound. The place is a fortress, designed to deter any intruder, but Doomguy thrives in such environments. He thrives on challenges, and this mission is no exception.