AGG: Rise: Advent of Destruction: Misc. Perspective. 2

AGG: Rise: Advent of Destruction: Misc. Perspective. 2

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Commisioned by Althero

Wordcount: 1000

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*Bzzt. *

“…It’s absolutely incredible, Samantha. The entire task force declared destroyed has been returned to Earth. They’re all been placed in the field hospitals set up by the Preservers. According to surveillance data, not a single human being on the frontline has been missed. It’s a miracle beyond all expectations! Wait. I’m getting more news. It seems that I’ve spoken too soon! Even Drones and Homunculi on the Frontline have been rescued with COREs and hard drives placed in awaiting, sealed facilities! I believe that it’s safe to say that the impossible has been done once again! The same Miracle which saved Tokyo has revived and sent home all lost on the Frontline!”

*Bzzt.*

“Can’t say much about the entire affair, ma’am. All there is to know is we hit them hard, kept hitting them, and then the battle was decided. That’s that.”

“Wait. Sir, I understand that you’re tired, but there’s a lot of questions that need to be addressed. Answering even one would be enough!”

“Tired? Hah! Lass, do I look tired?”

“Sir?”

“Fine. Someone from up top’ll have my ass for this, but let me tell you the truth: we got our ass saved. The first thing I saw when walked in there was the sun being snuffed out like a candleflame. All me and mine did was glare at anything that looked us funny! The Preservers did all of the work!”

“W-wait, can you please explain—”

“Citizen, please desist from addressing military personell who require rest.”

“Hah! Alright, I get it! I’m tired and my brain’s not functioning right. Go on ahead, missy. Let this old, living superweapon get a nap, so his dementia stops acting up!”

*Bzzt.*

“Here’s an update in regards to all Recruitment Centers. It’s official, everyone. Every application for the military has declared invalid for the past 48 hours. Applicants who wish to continue must return to their application center and restart their application. The UN military apologizes for the inconvenience.”

“Huh, so they’re just doing a server reset?”

“What do you mean by that, John?”

“It means that someone up there’s being nice the techies and he’s just letting them roll back military records two days. They’re starting from there, so there’s no need for them to re-input all the lads who came back. And, well, I suppose it helps keep quite a few people’s personal information private.”

“As private as one could get in this day and age, right?”

“You’d be surprised how much privacy you have, Catherine. Let me explain—

*Bzzt*

“This is Hikari Tsubasa! I’m currently at the Central Plaza of Tokyo Arcology! As you can hear, there are celebrations all around me for what is being called the Second Miracle! Celebrants everywhere are lining the streets and just an hour ago law-enforcement Drones have been given the order to permit the celebrations. Companies all across the Arcology are declaring today and tomorrow a temporary public holiday with the same occurring all over the rest of the Cradle!”

“News regarding the destruction of the Chimera have just arrived, as well! Experts say that the celebrations will persist for at least the next twenty-four hours due to this news. Emergency funds are currently being utilized to hastily create locations and areas that will host celebrations, as well as ensure that no one is hurt in the celebrations. 

“Wait, more news is coming in… donations are flowing in from multiple sources all over the Cradle that’ll facilitate the celebrations for today and tomorrow. It seems like quite a few businesses are declaring that they’ll be catering the affair at greatly discounted prices. Stay tuned, so that we can provide you with location and brand names for the following events.”

*Bzzt.*

“Various servers are declaring a day off for today. Public boards are trending with messages saying “Go enjoy IRL.” and “Not today, buddy!” It’s estimated that even the most focused servers are going to be down for at least eight hours in order to encourage their players to enjoy outside. How do you feel about that as a professional streamer? Will it cut into your income or your plans?”

“Since I’m going to get shitfaced IRL? Definitely both. I’ll meeting people offline, too. Hopefully, it won’t be a total sausage-fest, but even if it is I think I’ll enjoy a day off.”

*Bzzt.*

“The UN Council has disbanded for the day. The chairman has stated a need for calm and recollection after the dizzying events that have taken place today. While the current session will resume in two days, there were no votes against the long recess until new plans are drafted.”

“In other news, many representatives have returned to their homes and families, but many have been seen going onto military transports to head down to Earth. They have been granted permission to meet with their recovered family. A spokesperson for the UN says that after a routine checkup and the establishment of a security perimeter the same will be afforded to the Public free of charge.”

“The South American government ands the Church has stated that any who wish to stay for a longer period of time on Earth can enjoy their hospitality. Details on how to attain this is available in the link below.”

*Bzzt.*

Hello, Virtual Reality User, you have registered over eight hours within this machine. It is recommended that you take a break. 

Your average HR and stress levels have decreased significantly since your last session. It is still recommended that you go to a caregiver facility and be evaluated for any possible conditions or permanent harm since your last session.

Would you like for an appointment to be scheduled for you?

Y/N.

>Y.

Understood. Application sent. An option to have an in-home appointment is available, due to the proximity of a Medical Drone. An appointment has been scheduled for you in a medical facility, but you can have an in-home appointment. Would you like to have your appointment within your residence?

Y/N.

>N.

Understood. Thank you for your consideration. Your appointment details have been sent.

Enjoy yourself out there, sir.