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Last published Sat, Apr 25, 2020
A story told in 2 parts: Officer Nathaniel Blair is assigned to pilot the combat mech Deimos, after its former pilot, Lieutenant Halden Crowe, is severely injured. The two train together, forming an easy bond in the midst of a growing battlefield.
Then Nathaniel leaves for their first mission. They encounter Lisa Yu, an enemy pilot. Through a series of turbulent circumstances, Nathaniel learns of an unexpected truth.
[IMPORTANT NOTE: This story does not have a proper conclusion! Please read author's note for more info]
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