The Venom

Prison Escape

       Six, Tiger, and Panther were interrupted by a group of patrolmen storming into the hallway. They stomped towards Six's cell. "Today's the day. You'll be turned into an example for all who go against the Insurrection." Said one of the patrolmen, as he unlocked the door. Six waited patiently before kicking the door with a jolt of force. The door swung open, slamming the patrolman in the face.

       As the patrolman was stumbling, Six rushed out to grab the keys. Six tossed the keys into Tiger's cell, and Tiger began unlocking his cell door. Six slammed one of the patrolmen to the ground, and kicked another across the jaw. Six dodged a sword strike, slamming his fist into the patrolman's face, and pried the sword from his hands. Six stabbed the patrolman before executing the last one in the group.

       Tiger and Panther got out of their cells, morphing into hybrid warriors. A pair of militants rushed at Six, but Tiger and Panther ran past Six, mauling the two militants with their claws. "Come on, we've got to get to the Warden's office. We'll ruin this place from the inside out." Six said. Tiger and Panther followed Six, fighting any patrolmen and militants that get in their way.

       They reached the Warden's office at the end of the cell block, only to see watchmen guarding the way in. "Six and I will distract the watchmen, you deal with the Warden." Panther said. "On it." Tiger said, extending his claws. Panther and Six led the way, as Tiger lagged behind. Once the fighting started, Tiger darted into the office, where the Warden waited with his sword ready.

       Tiger dodged several sword strikes, evading all of the high and low attacks. Tiger jumped over a low sweep, kicking the Warden across the face. Tiger rolled past another sword strike, and slashed the warden across his chest twice, before kicking the Warden to the ground. The Warden sprung back to his feet, swinging his sword with anger. Tiger stepped to the side in an instant, before grabbing the Warden by the throat, piercing his claws into the Warden's throat, and began to squeeze. "You'll suffer for hurting and killing the people you imprison." Tiger said as the Warden choked on his blood.

       Tiger slammed the Warden's body to the ground, before hitting the release switch on the wall. The cells began to open, and the prisoners began rioting, picking up weapons, and killing Insurrectionists. Tiger left the office holding the Warden's sword, just as Six killed the last watchman, stabbing his sword into the watchman's chest. "The prison is going to collapse. The prisoners are free, and their forces are wearing thin." Six said, as they began running out of the prison. "The Insurrection no longer have people here to brainwash. This will halt their progress for their assault on Pacifica." Six said.

         Tiger looked to the labour yard, stopping in his tracks. Panther turned to Tiger. "Come on, let's go. What are you-" Panther trailed off as he had seen what Tiger was staring at. An older couple were holding each other in the labour yard, as the battle raged on, and the rioter fought back. "Mom? Dad?" Tiger thought, but his mind was interrupted by Panther tugging his arm. "Let's go. We're running out of time." Panther said. Tiger hesitated, but started to follow Panther and Six out of the prison camp.

       Six ran out of the gates, as Tiger and Panther climbed into the two watch towers. Tiger used the Warden's sword, decapitating a watchman before kicking him off of the tower. Tiger slashed the second watchman across the throat, and stabbed the last one in the stomach. Tiger looked at the next tower to see Panther killing the rest of the watchmen. "We're ready to go!" Panther yelled.

       The two climbed down from the tower, joining up with Six. Two militants chased after them, but they were expertly put down with two quick arrow shots. Six looked to the distance to see Mary lowering her bow, and coming towards them with Hayden trailing behind. "Mary?" Six asked. Mary looked at Six in shock. "Six? Is that you?" Mary questioned. "It's me. Can't believe you joined the Skulls. You know how dangerous this can be for you?" Six asked, pulling her into a hug.

        Hayden walked over to Tiger and Panther. "You seemed to have changed a lot." Hayden said, acknowledging the hybrid form. "Panther and I met a shaman in there, taught to become animal-type warriors." Tiger said, returning to his human form. Hayden tossed Tiger a sheath for the Warden's sword. "Panther? I haven't seen him." Hayden said. Tiger turned around, only to notice Panther was nowhere to be seen.

        Six noticed militants heading their way. "We've got to head back to Pacifica. Especially you, Mary." Six said. "Uncle, I-" Mary's words were cut short. "Not another word. I'm not losing another niece. Your father trusted that I'd keep you safe before he passed away." Six said. Tiger and Hayden mounted a horse, while Six and Mary mounted the other. They sped back towards Pacifica. During the ride, Tiger thought about his parents. "They're alive. I've just got to make sure to keep it that way." Tiger thought to himself. 

        Once arriving at Pacifica, they all headed to the Skulls Hideout. Six and Mary continued to argue, when Six grabbed Mary by the shoulders, and pulled her in for a hug. "I just want what's good for you. Nothing more, nothing less." Six said, as a tear ran down his cheek. "I'd have no idea what to do if I had lost you." Six said, before pulling away. Mary remained quiet, her cheeks were red, and soft sniffling could be heard. Hayden pulled Tiger into the hideout. "Best let them sort this out themselves." Hayden said.

         Tiger went back to the armory to get himself the same gear he had before. Tiger took another Skulls sword to wield along with the Warden's sword. Tiger took another mask, staring into it. "I know what I must become to take down the Insurrection, what I must do to get my family back." Tiger thought. Tiger slipped on the mask. "This time, I will do what swords were truly designed to be used for. To slay evil, and yearn for their blood." Tiger thought. Tiger turned towards the exit from the armory.

        Tiger left the armory, only to see Mary in the hall, with her head in her hands. Tiger approached, looking at her. "What's the matter?" Tiger asked. "My uncle still won't let me fight." Mary said. Tiger thought for a moment. "Trust me, he won't let you unless you prove yourself capable." Tiger said. "How can I do that?" Mary asked. "You're an ace with that bow you've got. I'm heading out to sever the rest of the Insurrection's connections with Pacifica. Join me, and that will surely prove yourself to him." Tiger said. Mary thought for a moment, before agreeing. "I will gladly help you." Mary said, smiling.