The Meteor Wars
"As if there was not enough bloodshed over Earth's resources, the cosmos has decided to curse us with yet another prize" - Unknown Source.
Background & Belligerents
A strange meteorite crash lands on the border of Waterfall and Bear. The meteorite then begins to infect the the surrounding plant and animal life with a strange organic energy source. This bizarre phenomena spreads its influence across a large area encompassing both nations' territory. The changes made are so profound that they defy scientific categorization and understanding. What is known is that this contamination is a fertile source of chemical wonder. The area blessed (or cursed depending on your perspective) with these properties is dubbed "The Hot Zone." The nation which can control, study, and isolate the various chemical and biological properties of the Hot Zone will be provided with an immense tactical boon. The pharmaceutical value of such samples are rumored to be in the trillions. Unfortunately, both Waterfall and Bear are sitting on hundreds of acres worth of this literal goldmine. As you can imagine, the matter cannot be resolved with mere words.
The Land of Bears claims that the meteorite was attracted to their country. They point to the fact that their nation was the direct center of which a previous meteor fell and that the blessings of that event had brought forth yet another. They claim spiritual and cultural reasons for why the entirety of the Hot Zone belongs to them. They also point to the fact that the majority of the Hot Zone bleeds into their nation. While they are correct that it is the majority, it is only by the thinnest of margins.
The Land of Waterfalls claims that technically the meteorite itself landed inside their borders. Therefore the meteorite and its influence belong to them. While they are correct, in reality, the meteorite is mere centimetres from established line demarcating the countries' territories. From there, its influence reaches out in every direction. They claim that their scientists had been tracking the meteorite for months and had actually used sophisticated technology to draw it into their borders. It claims that because of its heavy investment in astronomy and biological sciences, it has a moral and ethical claim to the Hot Zone. Only they can truly unlock the Hot Zone's secrets and use it for the betterment of mankind.
Each side recognizes that the Hot Zone is too valuable to leave up to mere diplomacy. They thus engage in a bitter and protracted struggle to claim the entirety of the area. Neither side is willing to split the Hot Zone and in addition to their own forces, they have hired outside help to assist them.
Special Reward
The side that wins this Theater of War will receive Chemical Implements that are created from the Hot Zone. These Chemical Implements can be Poisons, Medicines, Compounds, Provisions, or Drugs. They will be significantly more powerful than what can ordinarily be created using the Chemistry system.
Mission List
- Bige Brain:
Mission Name: Bige Brain
Mission Rank: A
Theater of War: The Meteor Wars
Relevant Plot NPCs N/A [Unless Requested by Players]
Mission Goal: Assassinate/Protect the Lead Scientist for the Land of Waterfalls
Description: The Land of Waterfalls operates a Forward Operating Base located deep within their side of the Hot Zone. This Base primarily serves as an ad-hoc research installation. Their progress has been slow but steady for the majority of the conflict. Unfortunately, they have now brought in the Big Guns. One of the world's most talented Chemical Biologists has arrived to speed up the research installation's progress. He has been there for a single week and spies from the Land of Bears conclude that he has tripled the installation's productivity. He has bragged on social media that he is less than a month away from unlocking the Hot Zone's secrets.
The Land of Bears has determined that this cannot be allowed to happen. They have contracted outside help to assassinate the lead scientist code named "Bige Brain." The assassins will be air-dropped in while spies from the Land of Bears to take out the main guards. Meanwhile, the Land of Waterfalls has outsourced his protection to another. The protectors will guard Bige Brain and prevent his life from being taken. Victory is declared when either the assassins or protectors are incapacitated.
Payment: 100,000
Maximum Number of Participants: 2 (1 for each side)
MISSION COMPLETE: Land of Waterfalls Victorious!
- Reinforcements:
Mission Name: Reinforcements
Mission Rank: A
Theater of War: The Meteor Wars
Relevant Plot NPCs N/A [Unless Requested by Players]
Mission Goal: Defend/Destroy the Land of Bears' Retreating Army
Description: A major battalion of Land of Bears shinobi are resting after a hasty retreat from the Hot Zone. They are too exhausted and low on chakra to fight back, however, they cannot afford to retreat too far from the Hot Zone. The Land of Bears is bringing in reinforcements to solidify their position and prevent a total rout. They have contracted help to defend their tired troops while a larger army arrives to back them up. Meanwhile, the Land of Waterfalls is sending an small assault squad to take out the opposing army before they can be shored up with reinforcements. Victory is declared when either the assassins or protectors are incapacitated.
Payment: 100,000
Maximum Number of Participants: 2 (1 for each side).
MISSION COMPLETE: Land of Waterfalls Victorious!
- The Battle of the Barrier:
Mission Name: The Battle of the Barrier
Mission Rank: A
Theater of War: The Meteor Wars
Relevant Plot NPCs N/A [Unless Requested by Players]
Mission Goal: Defend/Destroy the Mirashi Barrier and its Creators
Description: The Land of Bears is attempting to erect one of the largest barriers in history in order to seal off a large portion of the Hot Zone. They have already begun the process but it is in a delicate stage. If the sealing is interrupted and the participants killed it is unlikely they will have the resources for a second-attempt. They have thus contracted shinobi to held defend the Sealers and the Barrier. The Land of Waterfalls meanwhile have hired some help to take down the barrier and kill those erecting it. Victory is declared when either the assassins or protectors are incapacitated.
Payment: 100,000
Maximum Number of Participants: 4 (2 for each side, split into two topics).
MISSION COMPLETE: Land of Bears Victorious!
- To Talk or Not To Talk:
Mission Name: To Talk or Not To Talk
Mission Rank: A
Theater of War: The Meteor Wars
Relevant Plot NPCs Professor Cuomo
Mission Goal: Interrogate/Rescue Professor Cuomo
Description: A researcher who claims to know the origin of the meteor has arrived in the Land of Waterfalls. The man does indeed possess critical knowledge regarding the meteor and its properties but he refuses to spill the beans! The Land of Waterfalls has kidnapped him from his home and is holding him in a secret black site where he is to be interrogated. The Land of Waterfalls has hired a pair of shinobi, one to guard the black site (a shack inside the Hot Zone) and the other to make him talk. The Land of Bears has received wind of his capture and is now planning a rescue....so that they can interrogate him for themselves. Victory is declared when either the rescuers or interrogators are incapacitated.
Professor Cuomo is a Plot NPC and will be played by Staff or a Member for the purposes of this Mission. Professor Cuomo has an Intelligence and Constitution of S-Rank. He is fairly resistant to torture (both physical and psychological) but is not unbreakable. Ultimately, success will be contingent on defeating your opponent but if either side is particularly creative in getting Professor Cuomo to talk then they may be eligible for a bonus reward.
Payment: 100,000
Maximum Number of Participants: 4 (2 for each side, split into two topics).
MISSION COMPLETE: Land of Bears Victorious!
- Valuable Specimen:
Mission Name: Valuable Specimen
Mission Rank: A
Theater of War: The Meteor Wars
Relevant Plot NPCs N/A [Unless Requested by Players]
Mission Goal: Steal/Protect the Valuable Specimen
Description: The Land of Bears has gotten its hands on a particularly valuable Specimen extracted from the Hot Zone. It is contained in a large metal box that is being stored on a wagon and is being spirited away to Hoshigakure for further study. Rather than prepare an advanced military convoy, the Land of Bears has opted for a more discreete method. They have hired a pair of shinobi to act as merchants on their way to Hoshi to sell goods. These shinobi will act as protectors for the important cargo. Unfortunately, the Land of Waterfalls has gotten wind of this Specimen and has hired some shinobi to steal it and take it back to their side. Victory is declared when either the rescuers or interrogators are incapacitated.
Payment: 100,000
Maximum Number of Participants: 4 (2 on each side, all in one topic).
MISSION COMPLETE: Land of Waterfalls Victorious!
Conclusion
What was supposed to be a quick engagement to settle a disputed piece of land turned into a multi-year blood bath. The Meteor Wars had become a staging ground for a broader conflict brewing amongst the Major Nations. Like most proxy wars, it served as a prelude of things to come, but that is not to understate the devestating effect this Theater of War would have on the people who fought in it.
The Land of Waterfalls was first to taste victory in fight for the Hot Zone. The hot shot chemical biologist had tripled their research capacity in a single week and when the Land of Bears hired Mōtimā Midori-Okō Kurama to assisinate him, his life was saved by then Chuunin Kitsuki Kurahasa. The opening salvo pitted the two shinobi against one another in a battle of wit and brute strength. In the end, the young Princess prevailed and Bige Brain went on to develop a line of military grade steroids based on his breakthroughs in the Hot Zone. The Land of Waterfalls quickly pressed its advantage by hitting key enemy positions in the Hot Zone. This resulted in a hasty retreat by the Bears-Nin. Unwilling to take any chances, Takigakure called in the big guns to mop up the battered shinobi. They enlisted the help of none other than then Hokage Nyguyen Uchiha to decimate their enemy and in response the Land of Bears brought in Inarie Inarie Yoru-Kaguya to hold the line. Nyguyen bested Inarie in a short battle. The platoon was wiped out and as a result, the Land of Bears's prospects grew grim.
Desperate to stay in the fight, the Land of Bears began erecting a massive barrier around their portion of the Hot Zone. They hired Tamwyn the Seraph of Lightning and the Tsuchikage's protege, Chen Kimyōnakama to protect their nascesnet barrier. The Land of Waters smelled blood in the water and so they brought in the legendary Rin Uchiha and his back-up Toshiyuki Ryuutei to settle the conflict once and for all. After a quick and brutal contest known as the Battle of the Barrier, Chen Kimyōnakama was the only Nin left standing. The Barrier Team completed the force-field and the nation was able to continue its pursuit of the ultimate prize.
As the war raged, a scientist by the name of Professor Cuomo arrived in the Land of Waterfalls with the intention of finishing what the Bige Brain had started. Unfortunately, his carefully laid plan went awry as most do. He was kidnapped and taken to a black site where he would be interrogated by Ashitaka Senju and Kimiko Uchiha until he produced more information on the meteor. It didn't take long for Hoshi to get wind of this and spring into action. Desperate to blunt Taki's overwhelming might, Hoshigakure contracted both a prospective and a high-ranking member of Kumogakure ANBU Black Ops to rescue Professor Cuomo and get him to talk for their benefit. The fight for the Professor's liberation affected the already unstable Hot Zone. The resulting blight was just the spark of inspiration that Cuomo needed.
The Konoha-Nin were defeated during this titanic struggle, but not before breaking Cuomo. He derived a formula after studying the effects of the what would become known as the Black Zone. Prof. Cuomo would then willingly walk into the Land of Bear's custody. Once he was handsomely rewarded, he'd give them the means to produce a meta-material known as Spirit-Killer. However, even this genius could not forsee the effects his discorvery would have on Kishin. Professor Cuomo was further bribed into working for the Land of Bears. Armed with deep inisght into the meteorite, he produced a line of steroids to counter the Land of Waterfalls' military supremacy. The two nations were once more on even footing and the Meteor Wars threatened to descend into a never-evending military quagmire.
The outcome of the Meteor Wars would ultimately be decided by a sole specimen harvested from deep within the Hot Zone. Whoever obtained this prize would be able to make the final push necessary to claim total victory. The Land of Bears hired Nozomi Himitsu to guard the specimen and the Land of Waterfalls sent the now Jounin Princess Kitsuki to take it. After witnessing her mission partner take his own life, Kitsuki opted for a different strategy. Rather than fight, the two kunoichi came to an understanding. The specimen would be turned over to the Land of Waterfalls. While Taki emerged victorious, however, it was on the condition that the Hot Zone and the wealth of research behind it be put to altruistic use. The beneficiaries of the Meteor Wars would thus be the very people who had given their land and their liveihoods to the conflict. And so with both nations forced to cooperate for the betterment of the people, the Meteor Wars came to a surprisingly peaceful end.
This Theater of War is officially considered completed. Thank you to all who participated!
Victors: Kitsuki Kurahasa, Kimiko Uchiha, Ashitaka Senju, Nyguyen Uchiha, Rin Uchiha, and Toshiyuki will each receive a Hot Zone Chemical Implement.
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