Dino Crisis: Stories

Chapter 4: The Gigantosaurus

The tension was thick in the air as the team—Regina, Gail, Rick, and Cooper—stood at the edge of a remote jungle clearing. The mission had shifted gears. After the government’s refusal to eradicate Ibis Island, the group was forced to continue operating under their own directives. They were still tasked with eliminating rogue dinosaurs and containing the spread of the outbreak. But things had escalated, and now, they faced a new challenge.

Reports had come in of an enormous creature in the northern reaches of a major forest, an area that had been all but abandoned after a series of smaller dinosaur attacks. It wasn’t just any dinosaur—it was a Gigantosaurus, a massive predator far larger and deadlier than anything they had encountered before. The creature’s sheer size and strength could easily destroy entire towns, and its presence signaled that the threat had evolved into something far more dangerous than just stray raptors or herbivores.

"We can’t take this lightly," Regina said, checking her weapons and equipment. "This thing is unlike anything we’ve fought. We’ll need all the firepower we can get."

Gail adjusted the rifle on his back, his face serious. "We’ll need to move fast. This beast isn’t going to wait for us to make a plan. It’s big and it’s fast."

"Agreed," Rick said, his tone grim. "But we’ve handled big threats before. We just have to keep our heads."

Cooper, who had been recovering from his previous injuries, shifted uneasily. "It’s not just about size. The Gigantosaurus is smarter than we think. It hunts like a predator, and it’s been lurking around too long to just be a random encounter. We’ll have to be strategic."

Just then, the radio crackled. "Dylan here. Ready for insertion. I’ll meet you at the coordinates in 10 minutes."

Regina turned to the team, surprise flickering across her face. "Dylan? What’s he doing here?"

Gail shrugged. "You don’t argue with orders. He’s one of the best at handling these kinds of situations. If he’s been sent, it means we need all the help we can get."

A few minutes later, a black helicopter appeared overhead, its rotors cutting through the thick jungle air. The team watched as the helicopter touched down, and out stepped Dylan—a familiar face from the earlier days of their operations. Tall, athletic, with an easy grin, he had a reputation for handling the most dangerous assignments without breaking a sweat.

"Well, well," Dylan said with a smirk, walking over to them. "Looks like you guys are in deep this time. A Gigantosaurus, huh? I was hoping you’d leave some of the fun for me."

"Don’t get too cocky," Regina warned, though there was a hint of relief in her voice. "This isn’t a standard mission. You’ve heard the reports. This thing isn’t just a threat—it’s a nightmare."

Dylan nodded, his expression turning serious. "I know what I’m dealing with. Let’s get to it."

The five of them set out toward the heart of the jungle, where the Gigantosaurus had been spotted. The air was thick with humidity, and the sounds of the jungle were deafening, the roar of distant creatures and the rustle of leaves masking any signs of their quarry. The team kept their weapons ready, moving cautiously through the underbrush, their eyes scanning the surroundings for any sign of the massive predator.

After an hour of tense travel, they arrived at the clearing where the Gigantosaurus had been last seen. The ground was torn up, large footprints embedded deep in the earth, some of them freshly made. The trees around the clearing had been broken or pushed aside, their trunks shattered by the sheer force of the creature’s movement.

"This is it," Gail whispered, his voice low. "It’s close."

Cooper adjusted his gear. "Stay sharp. This thing is a predator, and we’re in its hunting ground now."

Suddenly, the ground trembled. A low rumble echoed through the trees, followed by the unmistakable sound of something massive moving through the jungle. The Gigantosaurus was nearby.

Without warning, the massive creature emerged from the tree line—a hulking figure that dwarfed everything in its path. Its massive head rose high above the trees, its eyes cold and calculating as it locked onto the team. Its bellow filled the air, sending birds scattering into the sky. The Gigantosaurus was at least 45 feet tall, with thick, muscular legs, and teeth capable of crushing even the toughest prey.

"Take cover!" Regina shouted, diving behind a large boulder. The others followed suit, scrambling for cover as the Gigantosaurus let out another deafening roar, shaking the very ground beneath them.

Rick fired the first shot, a warning shot that pinged off the creature’s thick hide. The Gigantosaurus didn’t flinch. It charged toward them with incredible speed, knocking trees aside with ease as it barreled through the jungle. The team opened fire, but their bullets had little effect on the creature’s tough hide.

"Keep it distracted!" Regina yelled. "Gail, Rick, get to higher ground! Dylan, Cooper, we’ll flank it from the sides!"

The team quickly split up, each of them moving with military precision. The Gigantosaurus was fast, but they had an advantage—it didn’t know the terrain as well as they did. Regina and Dylan moved to the right, taking cover behind thick trees while firing their weapons. Cooper and Rick positioned themselves higher up, using the terrain to get better shots.

The Gigantosaurus roared in fury, charging toward Rick, who barely had time to leap out of the way before the beast crashed into the rock formation he had been standing behind. The force of the impact sent rocks flying into the air.

"Move! Keep moving!" Regina shouted as she fired her rifle at the beast’s legs. The shots were only momentarily effective, but the creature slowed its charge as it turned to face the new threat.

Gail darted out from the other side, sprinting toward the creature's blind spot. He fired a well-aimed shot directly at the creature’s eye, which caused the Gigantosaurus to rear back in pain. The creature was disoriented, giving the team a moment to regroup.

"Now’s our chance!" Dylan shouted. "Take the legs out!"

With coordinated precision, they focused their fire on the Gigantosaurus’s legs, aiming for the joints. The creature let out an agonized cry as its massive body staggered, its legs giving out under the concentrated assault. It collapsed to the ground with a deafening crash, shaking the earth around them.

"Now!" Regina yelled. "Everyone, focus on the head! We finish this now!"

The team poured everything they had into the creature’s head, aiming for the vulnerable spots. After what seemed like an eternity of relentless fire, the Gigantosaurus finally collapsed, its enormous body twitching in its final moments.

Breathing heavily, the team gathered around the fallen beast, their bodies tense from the battle. The jungle was still, but the danger wasn’t over yet.

"That was too close," Gail said, wiping sweat from his brow. "I don’t think we’ve seen the last of these things."

Regina nodded, looking at the creature’s massive body. "No, we haven’t. This is just the beginning."

As they made their way back to the extraction point, Dylan spoke up, his usual grin replaced by a serious expression. "If this is what we’re facing, then we need to step up. We’ll keep fighting these things until we’re either dead or we end it for good."

The team silently agreed. The fight for humanity’s survival had just begun, and they knew they’d have to face even greater dangers in the days ahead. But with Dylan on their side, they felt a renewed sense of hope. The battle was far from over, and they would keep pushing forward—no matter the cost.