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Lord Galen History
Saturday September 8th

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1:15-1:30 am Lord Galen arrives at the hangar to find Vengeance gone. He decides the best thing to do is to find the badge and attempt to keep the base operational. He runs toward the south end of the base.The hallway he runs down ends with a door on the east wall.As he steps toward it the door slides open and Lord Galen is looking at the base HQ.Looking around he sees computer displays on every wall and on the south wall the 5 badges lined up in a column.He has apparently found the charging bays.

1:30-1:45 am Lord Galen runs up to the five badges and grabs the first one .The overhead lights flash,the door slams shut,and Lord Galen heres machinery in the walls clicking and clacking.The mechanical voice starts, "Guardian Base start-up initiated....main power coming on-line..." The palm print to the left of the column of remaining badges begins to flash.A different voice,a human voice,is heard,"Welcome to Guardian Base.Aparently I am dead or this program would not have been initiated.This base is my life's achievement and was once the grand HQ of my Guardians.Alas we grew old and grew apart.I closed the base 6 years after the final constructions,torn with the hope it would be used again and the hope it wouldn't be needed again.After closing I placed the assets under the ownership of a trust fund,with the express permission that if ever found it be opened for those who have found it.If these assets are not used for criminal intent any person or persons registered with the base have full use of those assets.I trust the heroes of this new generation will uphold the legacy of my Guardians.May I be the first to welcome the New Guardians."The mechanicle voice starts again, "To register palm print place your right palm on the flashing palm print...warning:Defenses active and targeting..." Lord Galen walks forward and places his palm on the print."Palm print registered...checking available data bases...the computer can be accessed anywhere vocally through the badges,vocally anywhere in the base, and manually at numerous points in the base.Please register voice by saying I am and your hero name..." Lord Galen replies, "I am Lord Galen." "...Lord Galen registered as authorized user-designate Guardian #1,Leader...Please refer to me as Base...I have 4 unidentified in the medical office...1 unidentified in the medical lab....ordered response?..."

1:45-2:00 am Lord Galen responds, "Base, cooperate in any way possible to help the 4 in the medical office, they are friends. Also scan the one in the medical lab and do what you can for her. Contact Doctor Xavier, have him respond here." The mechanical voice replies, "Complying....call and message left with Proffessor Xavier...medical scans in process,patient suffering from unidentified virus...genetic damage found...false order given in medical office,entity ordering indentification as Guardian...base shows only one registered Guardian,Lord Galen....orders?"

2:00-2:15 am "Base; continue maintaining patient, keep her sedated, and unconscious. How do I manually restart the other data banks?"Lord Galen ask."Data banks require manual restart by a registered Guardian...Jaguar protocol 19 forbids showing you their locations...Striker can home in on them...",the base replies."How fast does the striker fly?",ask Galen.The reply comes,"Stiker I and the combination of I&II have a maximum speed of 750 miles per hour.Striker II alone has a maximum speed of 250 miles per hour.""Can you communicate with me thru the badge?",is Lord Galen's next question."Yes,the badge is the normal communications device between the base and any Guardians.Or from Guardian to Guardian.",the mechanical voice replies."Can the badges teleport me to the other databank locations?",ask Lord Galen as an idea starts to form.The base replies,"When those databanks are operational,yes.Until they are manually restarted,no...Lord Galen I have a message for you.Input location medical office console...message follows....GALEN, NEED BADGES TO ALLOW BETTER INTERFACE WITH COMPUTER. DOCTOR IS UNABLE TO USE EQUIPMENT PROPERLY OR ADJUST CONTROLS TO ALLOW HER TO TEND TO PATIENT'S CARE. COME BACK TO MEDICAL LAB ASAP... reply?..."

2:30-2:45 am "Base, which database location can striker get me to the quickest and how long does it take to manually restart?",ask Lord Galen. "Nearest database located in New York,New York.Striker at top speed would make the trip in about 45 minutes.Restart with no complications would take approximately 15 minutes.",is the bases reply.Lord Galen then heads back to the medical office. He is not sure just yet how he is going to handle the situation. He wishes Doctor Xavier would contact the base soon.He climbs into the elevator and it whisk him to the 3rd level.He walks out and into the medical office.There he sees Flare sitting at the desk,Jill standing behind him and Vyra standing near the middle of the room.

2:45-3:00 am Vyra watches Lord Galen as he enters the Medical bay. She watches him closely, though she knows he's a friend she can't help thinking how easily he could use this base against them.Flare nods at Galen, then rubs the good doctor's back. "Heroes are just people, just like everyone else. I can't profess to being perfect or even right all the time, but I try. To have these powers and do nothing is the same as being a criminal in my mind." Jill smiles sweetly as she glances at Flare and quickly drops her eyes.Flare feels he needs to ask, so he turns to Vyra and Galen. "What now? Do we work together or go our own ways? I don't know what happened to Vengeance, and whether he is gone for good or not...but you must know, it was not something I sought...and as far as Ddewines. I'd like to think that tonight had no bearing on her choice to pursue a different course. The bottom line is this. I want to do what's right for the city...and I want to be a Guardian...but at the same time I want the most qualified person to oversee the group. Vengeance may well have been that man, but we'll never know now. I stand by my words. Let the base decide." Flare yawns. "Getting late.What are your thoughts?" Lord Galen looks about as 3 sets of eyes look at him and speaks," First of all, as of this present moment I am leader of this base. No discussions, no debates. I will not be run off so easily as Vengeance. I am preparing to go home.I have seen and heard enough for 1 night. If you will follow me."Lord Galen leads the group into the elevator.After they emerge from the elevator on level 1,they take a left to walk into the Hangar. "I shall return tomorrow around 5.00 pm. If you have anything to discuss, meet me at the base of the statue in Rathbone park at that time. The base will take care of our patient better than we can.Base open the Bridge."With the loud noises off large machinery,the bridge extends above the water line of Rathbone Lake.Vyra looks from Flare to Lord Galen,then flies up the bridge and out.Flare looks at Lord Galen for a moment,seeing determination in his eyes,and scoops Jill up in his arms.Jill lets put a small gasp and then Flare too flies up and out.Lord Galen looks about the hangar for just a second then orders,"Close the bridge...Exit."A split second later he is standing by the statue in Rathbone park looking to the sky to see the other heroes streaking by.He suppresses a yawn and starts the stroll home.

3:00 am till morning Lord Galen strolls home for the night. He stops at the local convenient store and picks up a ready made sandwich for dinner. The clerk looks at him strangely,even fearfully but sells the sandwich.Lord Galen goes on home and to bed.

Morning till 10 am Michael wakes about 9 am,stumbles to the shower and lets the hot water revive him.He steps from the shower,dries himself and finds some clothes to wear.He leaves his room and goes to the diner in the hotel for breakfast.

10:00-10:10 am Michael washes down his eggs with some juice and then starts on his bacon.

10:10-10:20 am Michael finishes his bacon and looks at his biscuit.As he reaches for it he tries to catch the waitress's eye to order more.

10:20-10:30 am Michael catches the waitress and orders another breakfast,feeling famished.

10:30-10:40 am Michael smiles politely as the waitress sits his order in front of him then commences to dig in.

10:40 am-12:30 pm Michael munches his breakfast then gets up to pay.He leaves a nice tip for the waitress and smiles as he leaves.He walks across the street to the Krupp building,nods at the guard in the reception area as he shows his I.D.He takes the elevator up to his research lab and begins to straighten things up in preparation for the interview.As the clock nears noon he sits at his desk to gather his thoughts and jot some short notes.He is interrupted a short time later by the beep of his intercom and when he answers he hears Mr. Krupp on the other end,"I'm going to go meet Miss Guvoac.We'll be there shortly."Michael acknowledges him then starts to straighten his clothes.

12:30-12:40 pm Michael takes a quick peek around to be sure everything is in place then waits patiently.After a few moments his office door opens and in steps Mr.Krupp followed by a female reporter and two men in suits.Mr.Krupp is speaking to the reporter,"I must confess I have never heard of the Atlantic Star.Might I ask where your located?"

12:30-12:40 pm Shaking his outreached hand, Kathryne responds, "Yes, yes, you must be Mr. Krupp." She strains at the way the words come but figures it was the polite thing to say. After a moment she says, "I want to thank you for being so open to having me come hear today. The Atlantic Star will greatly improve with this report." Mr.Krupp smiles and replies,"Your quite welcome Miss Guvoac,this should help us both then.We need some positive publicity."He takes her by the elbow and leads her toward the elevator.Kathryne notices,uneasily,two men in dark suits fall in a couple steps behind.As they step into the elevator Mr.Krupp pulls a small robot figure from his pocket and extends it toward Kathryne."A small souvenir for you,my dear.We are headed to the office of our head of robotics research.I'm sure you will have some questions that I can't answer and I'm sure he can.Now a couple ground rules.I'm sorry but photographs are prohibited inside the laboratories,if you need some pictures we can get you some from our advertising department.Because of the nature of our business,and the fact we do work on some government projects,there are areas that you will not be allowed to see and questions that we just can not answer.For that I am sorry,but we will accommodate you in any way we can."The elevator opens and he leads her down a small hall and opens the door at the end.As they step into the office and Kathryne notices a man in a lab coat Mr.Krupp asks,"I must confess I have never heard of the Atlantic Star.Might I ask where your located?"

12:40-12:50 pm Lord Galen responds, "Yes, I too have never heard of the Atlantic Star. Oh, forgive me, my name is Michael Brayden."Mr.Krupp apologizes,"I'm sorry.This is the head of robotics research.Michael this is Kristen Guvoac."Trying to think quickly, Kathryne says, "A small town paper on the coast in the state of New Jersey and some of the other coastal states of New England. We mostly deal with simple fishermen and usually un-educated people. We are a small paper that is on the verge on making it big, and that's why it's reporters are searching the globe for intriguing stories, and that is why I am here today" She smiles softly, trying to push away any doubts he might have. Before he can ask any more questions about the paper, she glances down at the robotic figure and asks, "What can he do?" hoping that a change of subject will clear his mind.Mr.Rupp reaches over and taps the figurines head.The little robots arms swing back and forth and it starts marching in place in Kathryne's hand."Not a major achievement I assure you,but thought it might make a nice paper weight for your desk.",he answers. Kathryne smiles sweetly again and ask,"What is his name?"Mr.Krupp smiles back and just shrugs his shoulders."I think I'll call him Rusty.",Kathryne says."Now Miss Guvoac,please have a seat and I thought Michael and I would take a few questions,then show you around a little.",Mr Krupp says as he motions toward a chair.He waits for her to sit then sits himself.With a very slight nod of his head the two suits silently exit,closing the door behind them.

12:50-1:00 pm Michael sits. He turns to the reporter and says, "So, What myths can I clear up for you today. I'm sure fisherman and uneducated people don't know much about robotics and probably could care less." He smiles after his last statement.Kathryne pulls out a notepad of paper and a pen. "Ok, " She starts, "How long have you been in business?"Mr.Krupp smiles at Michael and says,"I think that ones mine."He turns to Kristen and answers,"The company was started by my father almost 50 years ago."Kristen scribbles down notes. "What's your latest project? and when can the public expect to see it hit the markets?" Again Mr.Krupp answers,"We have many projects,but the basis of our business is industrial robots for the manufacturing sector.The public only sees the by-products from this.We also do government work but I can't discuss the specifics of those projects." "What's your most advanced robot?",is the next question.Mr.Krupp thinks a moment then replies,"Our most advanced robot would have to be the Mark B-IV.It is basically a test platform for many technologies.It is humanoid,can walk and move like we can.It has artificial intelligence,and in many ways is self aware.By this I mean it realizes it is a robot and separate from its environment,that it can affect change in the environment and itself.Beyond that and I would be giving away trade secrets.I would add that with Michael's research we plan to push the limits to the point that the robot would think,behave like a human and not be subject to constant programming.Basically have the robot learn from experiences like a human,and alter its programs,become self-reliant."Krupp answers with a sly smile."Can any of these robots be used for military use?",Kristen ask as she jots a few more notes."Certainly that is a direction that we are studying,and so far I would have to say yes they can.But right now those robots would be very specialized.We are in fact working on a robot for the city of Midville that would have the ability to neutralize the super-villain threat,thereby taking human cops out of danger."Krupp answers proudly."Do you think that sometime in the near future we'll have armies made out of robots?"Kristen ask.Mr.Krupp seems to beam at this question."Definitely,maybe not the near future but in the future yes.And here at Krupp Industries we are positioning ourselves to be the pre-eminent company for supplying such robots."Kristen pauses and seems to struggle with the next question. "Okay, um...A few weeks ago, the paper was buzzing about a robot attack at the Windsor II houses, is Krupp Industries connected into that in any way?"For a brief moment Krupp's eyes narrow,than it is gone and he answers jovially,"Yes,I too read that report....No Krupp Industries was in no way connected in that turn of events.I would like to offer the police my companies expertise to study the robot and possible learn it's maker and purpose."

1:00-1:10 pm Kathryne's face drops down into a serious tone. "Do you have any knowledge on how advanced that robot was? Can Krupp Industries make a robot that could match up to it?" She listens intently for the reply.Mr Krupp glances toward Michael,stares a moment then replies,"The only knowledge I have of that robot was what I saw on T.V.From that perspective is answer would be yes I could build a robot to more than match up.But I'm not the expert,Michael is."Kathryne softly smiles at Mr. Krupp and Micheal to lighten the mood slightly. Putting her pad paper and pen in her pocket, she says to them brightly, "Now, what were you saying about a tour?"Mr.Krupp rises and extends his hand to Kathryne.He smiles and says,"I do hope you send me a copy of this report Miss Guvoac."

1:10-1:20 pm Kathryne looks at Mr.Krupp directly in the eye and with a bright smile, she says kindly to him, "Of course, I will" She lowers her voice into a lower turn and says, "Though it's another thing if the boss will print it. I'm not the most respected reporter at Atlantic Starr, You don't think they'd send me half way across the country if I was." She flashes him another smile, desperately hoping her charm will work it's magic on Mr. Krupp.Mr.Krupp takes her hand and helps her to her feet."Well Miss Guvoac you just give me your editor's name and maybe I can persuade him.I do have lots of connections.As for now I will be leaving you in Mr.Braydon's capable hands to show you his lab.I must go take care of some business but when you are finished with Mr.Braydon just call me over the intercom and I will come show you the rest of our set-up here."He bends down and lays a light kiss on her hand then guides it to Michael and gently lays it in his hands.Krupp winks playfully at Kathryne then turns and strides out the door.Michael and Kathryne get just a glimpse of the two suits waiting on the other side before the door closes.

1:20-1:30 pm Kathryne flips her hair behind her shoulder and intently looks at Micheal, waiting.Michael smiles,"Well, Miss Guvoac, I really dont know what to say. I have only been here for a short time. There is really not much to show you but a cluttered desk and a lab full of equipment with very long names but if you will follow me I will show you what I can." He shows her his desk,still cluttered from his hasty unpacking.He leads her to the lab and shows her the equipment.They walk about the lab,Michael pointing at different pieces of equipment and giving a short digest on what each piece is for.To end thier tour of the lab Michael unviels the prototype robot,Mark B-IV.It is humanoid in shape,about 6 feet tall but much broader than a normal man.Its surface is smooth and Kathryne cannot detect any openings on the unit. He states, "I can control this robot remotely but I am in the process of working on a self contained unit." He then smiles, "Thats about all there is to see, are there anymore questions?"

1:30-1:40 pm Kathryne looks at the Mark B-IV for a moment, then asks Michael, "What is it's primary purpose?"Still admiring the robot she says to him,"You say you've been here a very short time, You have an awful high position in this lab for someone who just got here. You must of had an impressive resume..."She shakes his hand and says, "Well, thank you, Michael for that very interesting tour. I am already seeing my article flash before me. Can you show me where the nearest Intercom is?"

1:40-1:50 pm Michael answers,"To tell you the truth Kristen, at the moment it has no purpose but whatever I make it do. When and if I find a way to make a self containing artificially intelligent robot capable of logic and reasoning,it's main purpose will be to serve all mankind in a safe and efficient manner. As you know robots can go many places man cannot. That would help immensely in different research areas. Not to mention the fact robots or androids as I prefer to call them can be made much stronger than humans. They could be used in many military and policing situations." Michael finishes feeling pretty good about the way he has handled the interview. He leads Katheryne back to his desk and the intercom. He calls for Mr. Krupp to come to the lab.The call is accepted by Mr.Krupp's secretary and she says,"Mr.Krupp wishes you to bring the reporter to his office to finalize the interview."Michael escorts Kathryne to the elevator and they both ride to the top floor.Exiting the elevator they are ushered past the two suits into Mr.Krupp's office by his secretary.Mr.Krupp stands and motions to a couple chairs."I hope Mr.Braydon was helpful Miss Guvoac.If you have anymore questions we would be more than happy to answer them.If not I think we have taken enough of Mr.Braydon's Saturday.I will be looking forward to reading your article.",he says.

1:50-2:00 pm "As I will," says Michael."Oh, no, I think that's all....Unless you have something interesting to tell me that my report could benefit from. ",Kathryne says.Mr.Krupp looks at Michael a second and replies,"Thank you Miss Guvoac,it was a pleasure."He rises and shakes her hand."It was a pleasure meeting and talking with you.I must run along now as I have some personal matters to tend to."Michael says and he shakes the reporters hand, turns and shakes Mr. Krupps' hand."Would you be so kind as to show Miss Guvoac out on your way?",Mr.Krupp ask.Michael gestures toward the door and he and the reporter exit the office.Once outside they exchange pleasantries and Kathryne starts her trek for home.Michael watches her go then hails a taxi.He climbs in the back and tells the driver "Buchannon Park."

2:00-2:10 pm Once in the park Michael makes his way to the statue. Making sure no one is around he places his hand on the badge and says,"Enter base."He finds himself standing in the base Hq.He heads to the medical lab and says,"Base, how is are patient today?"The base answers,"Patient stable...no change in viral condition."Michael frowns a little then ask,"Have we received any messages or word from the doctors in question.""No reply...would have forward any messages.",is the base's answer.Michael starts to walk out of the med lab,ordering,"Prepare Striker for flight. Destination, base in New York, New York."The mechanical voice replies,"Striker powering up...destination recorded..."

2:10-2:20 pm Michael leaves the med-lab,boards the elevator and heads toward the hangar.As he enters the hangar he hears a slight whine and is still amazed at how quiet the Striker is.As he boards the Striker he hears the machinery in the walls groaning and hears the mechanical voice say,"Bridge extending..."Michael straps himself in the seat in the cockpit and watches as the Striker rises out of the base,turns toward the north and begins to pick up speed."Striker homing in on New York base...e.t.a. 3:00 pm...",the voice says.

2:20-2:40 pm Michael settles in for the ride,glancing at all the guages and controls.

2:40-2:50 pm Michael watches out the forward window as the landscape zooms by.He notices that the Striker changes altitude regularly and it's course is not a direct path as the ship turns slightly left and right at varying times during the flight.

2:50-3:00 pm Michael watches as the Striker nears the city of New York.The Striker flies low along a river on the edge of the city and abruptly stops at a hover at a cliffside along the river."Arrival at New York base...",the mechanical voice states and Michael hears the exit open and the ships ramp extend.He unclips his belts and walks toward the exit and out onto the ramp.The ramp is extended out to intersect with the cliff wall.Michael cannot see any openings in the wall and is confused as to what to do.

3:00-3:10 pm Michael touches his badge and says,"Base, I am at the location of the New York city base. How do I get inside to restart base?"He hears a small whirring sound,then a couple clicks.A small rock in the cliffwall rotates up and Michael sees a indentation the size of the badge behind it."Place badge in receptacle...",replies the badge.Michael does so and the badge says,"Verification process began...verification affirmative."Again Michael hears whirring and clicking but this time much louder.Slightly to his right a 60 foot by 40 foot section of the cliffwall begins to slide upward and Michael sees dim light coming from underneath it.As this massive section of cliffwall slides out of the way Michael is able to see into a very large room that is still quite dark."Striker prepared to enter base...emergency power activated...have a seat inside Striker until landing complete...",the badge comments and Michael feels the ramp begin to retract.He notices the lights inside the room getting a little brighter and a dark shape to the right side of the room barely leaving room for the Striker to fit.He steps inside the Striker and the exit door closes as he feels the ship begin to move.After only moments he feels a slight bump and the badge states,"Stiker stable...door closing...welcome to New York base...to restart base exit the Striker into the hangar...to the north is a door into the HQ...enter and place badge in the charging bay..."Michael exits the Stiker and barely has room to squeeze between the Striker and the shape he noticed earlier.It is still to dark to make out what the shape is but his hands touch cold metal.He looks to the north and sees a dim light over what looks to be a door,and he can almost make out the Guardian 'G' on it.

3:10-3:20 pm Michael walks to the north door and opens it.He steps into a strangely shaped room with a door to the west and to the north.Around the room there is a lot of equipment and a couple computer terminals.Across from the door he entered Michael recognizes a teleport pad,like the one in the Midville base.Slightly to the left of that he sees the charging bay,also just like at the Midville base.He places his badge in the bay and hears the mechanical voice say,"Verification process completed...base restart initiated...main power coming online...total restart will take aproximately 6 hours..."The lights inside the HQ flicker on and Michael,wondering what the machine was in the hangar,steps out of the room into the hangar.He sees a strange looking craft,smaller than the Striker but very similar in design.

3:20-3:30 pm Michael walks around the strange craft bewildered. He wonders how many more wonderful things he is going to learn about as time goes on and hopes he is up to all the tasks ahead. He then asks,"Base, What is this smaller craft and what are its functions?"The base replies,"The vehicle is known as Striker III.It capable of a velocity of 750 miles per hour.It's primary purpose is as a transport for up to 7 persons.Like Stiker I & II it's power source is its ability to absorb energy waves in myriad forms.It is pressurized so can withstand high altitude flight and submersible to medium depths.It is unable to function in the vacuum of space...anything further?"

3:30-3:40 Michael answers the base,"Yes base, what other vehicles or special weapons or special privileges do I have as leader of the Guardians that other members wouldn't have?"The mechanical voice replies,"Each base contains it's own unique vehicle.Jaguar protocol #9 prohibits this unit from disclosing information on each one until that unit is initialized.The leader of the Guardians has override power on any orders given to the base by any person or persons.Also the Guardian designate one has the power to deactivate any of the other 5 badges on command.Of course it is assumed designate one chooses the other four designates." "Also as you will soon know once you have linked with midville base we have a patient with a certain problem there. Please help with finding the doctor or doctors who can help her problem. I would also like to know her identity, strengths, and weaknesses.",Michael continues."Will continue search for known genetic specialist...search of database shows one known mutant with the genetic structure to phase...code name Shadowcat...no known weakness...It is apparent you do not realize I am base.There is not separate control entities,only one base controlling all 5 bases.Do you understand or shall I elaborate?",the base replies.

3:40-3:50 pm Michael responds,"I apologize, no need to elaborate. I am curious though as to what happened to the previous Guardians. Who were they and where are they now?"There is a long pause and Michael is about to ask again when the base replies,"The Guardians were built by Jaguar.Of the 5 members only 3 were Guardians for the complete term.The other 2 spots had numerous members.Jaguar,Plastique,and Stormshadow were the 3 Guardians throughout the life of the original Guardians.Jaguar retired after closing down the bases and died in 1984.Plastique and Stormshadow continued on thier own.There is no record of them after 1984.Search of database shows no members of the original Guardians remain active.Jaguar protocol #29 prohibits me from divulging any personal information."

3:50-4:00 pm Michael responds, "Thank you base. Is there anything else I need to do for the restarting of this base? If not I must prepare to go."The base replies,"Nothing more needed...base restart will be completed 6:15 pm...Striker I prepared for take-off..."Michael goes back to the hangar and climbs into the Striker.The hangar door opens and the Striker I gently flies out.Michael watches as the hangar door slides shut.

4:00-4:50 pm Michael settles back for the ride,contemplating all he has seen and learned.The trip seems long and again he notices the Striker doesn't take a direct route to Midville,but zigs and zags ever so slightly,changing altitude slightly,up and down.After almost 45 minutes Michael sees the skyline of Midville approach.In moments the Striker is descending down the extended bridge and Michael sees the lights in the hangar blinking on.He climbs out of the Striker after it lands and again sees equipment and hoses pop out of the floor and connect themselves at different points around the craft.A glance at his watch shows it to be 4:50 pm.

5:00-5:10 pm Lord Galen glances around and notices Vyra and Silencer. "Good evening," he says. "Good of you to come. I don't know what everyone's thoughts are concerning the Guardian base or what plans they have. My plan is to try and rebuild the Guardians. I may not have a lot of experience but I think the base will help me when needed. My goal is to have a team that will defend the rights of all people and to battle injustice and wrongdoing where ever they prevail. This must be done as a team. I will listen to all suggestions and will put forth any ideas to the team. I do not wish to be a tyrant or dictator."Lord Galen pauses for effect. "If there are any questions or comments I am ready to hear them now."Vyra, very confused at this point looks at the other two heroes and asks, "How's the girl?"Lord Galen starts to open his mouth to answer when out of the corner of his eye he notices some movement on the roof of the Arboghast Hospital across the street.Noticing his gaze change both of the other heroes glance over and see a figure standing on the roof watching them.

5:10-5:20 pm Lord Galen responds to Vyra's question,"The base is keeping her condition stable until someone can be found who is qualified to treat her. The base is constantly trying to reach Dr. Xavier and any other specialists in mutant care."Vyra glances at the figure on the roof. "We should try to find out who that is.He might be trying to spy on us, or maybe even another potential gaurdian." She glances back and forth between the 2 heroes.

5:20-5:30 pm The three heroes stand looking at each other.A strange silence envelopes them,each waiting for the other to speak.

5:30-5:40 pm "Well?!" Vyra says to Lord Galen, somewhat disappointed. "Well?I believe there were only 4 of us that knew of this meeting.I am under the assumption that the person watching us is one of those.I am not going to go chase them.If they wish to be part of this they are more than welcome to come down and discuss this with us.",Lord Galen responds.He stands stoically as Vyra responds,"Well, I'm going to find out who it is."Silencer and Lord Galen watch as she takes flight toward the figure on the rooftop.She stops near the figure,hovering,but doesn't take make any offensive moves.Vyra recognizes the figure to be Flare.On the ground Silencer and Lord Galen are surprised by the appearance of Vengeance as he floats down to a landing close to them.

5:40-5:50 pm As Vengeance lands he looks and sees the other heroes."Is this a private party or can any Character in a hero suit drop by. So What's going on?" Both heroes turn to him.Lord Galen responds,"We were just discussing the Guardian base and badges.I was saying that I am leader and plan to stay that way.I do want input from team members and will make decisions based on their opinions.I was just ready to ask who was interested and what they would bring to this group."

5:50-6:00 pm Vengeance looks at Lord Galen and states,"Well count me in if you want me. Is Flare going to be a Guardian?I don't like him much he is kind of stuck on himself.So any plans or thought of what to do next?I will follow,I am just glad Flare could not figure out the base.He must be strong because he is a little on the slowside."Lord Galen looks shocked at these statements then replies,"I would be honored to make you a Guardian,Vengeance.As for Flare being a Guardian,I can't be sure.If he wants too and can accept my leadership,without rocking the boat,I would take him.I am not going to hunt down new members,but if someone wishes to join and ask,I would accept them.I don't plan on being a dictator and want input from the members.My plans...well...finding someone to cure the girl first.In the meantime I wanted to gather some team members and investigate the base a little,figure out what all it can and cannot do.I have already started the New York base and also plan to find the others and start them.I am waiting here for Vyra's return.She seemed interested."Both Vengeance and Lord Galen are shocked as the ever quiet Silencer speaks,"I too wish to be a Guardian."

6:00-6:10 pm Vengeance puts his arms around his new teammates and says,"This sounds like it should be a celebration,the beginning of a new super team,The New Guardians.Perhaps we should go in and check on the girl and maybe try to get some answers about this Legacy virus.I believe there is little known but with help from Base maybe we can get some answers.Besides I wouldn't mind getting a badge."Lord Galen seems lost in thought for a few moments then places his hand on his badge."Base open the bridge.You two head inside,check the girl.",he replies and in the lake the two heroes see the edge of the bridge start to extend above the waterline."I'm going to wait a few more minutes for Vyra.",Lord Galen says,glancing toward the hospital roof and the two figures there.The figure of of Vyra turns and flies toward them.

6:10-6:20 pm Vengeance starts to float off toward the extended bridge when Silencer asks,"Can I get a lift?"Vengeance swoops down,grabs Silencer under the arms and floats toward the bridge.The two heroes enter the bridge and descend into the hangar.They exit the hangar and catch the elevator to the third level.They walk into the medlab and see the girl on the bed,tubes and equipment all around her.Above ground Lord Galen watches as Vyra and the figure from the roof,who he recognizes as Flare,fly toward him.They both land nearby and Flare says simply. "I'm here to check on the patient...But since I'm here, any thoughts on democratic leadership or is it still to be a self-election?"

6:20-6:30 pm Lord Galen looks at Flare,straightens his shoulders and speaks."As I have explained to the others,I am leader of the Guardians.I do not wish to be a tyrant or dictator.I plan to consult all team members on any decisions,time permitting.But the bottom line is I am designate #1 and leader.I would like to have both of your cooperation but I will not beg you to join.The decision is yours.If you wish to fight evil and injustice where ever it exist as a member of the Guardians,and are willing to accept my leadership,say so now.",he says and waits for their decisions.

6:30-6:40 pm "I...." Vyra stammers a moment. She closes her eyes and clears her mind and resides in this state for several moments. Flare and Lord Galen,realizing she isn't finished,wait quietly. She then opens her eyes and looks at Lord Galen and says, "My first allegiance is to the Sentinels. But, The New Guardians could benefit from my powers and I from theirs, So I will join you and your quest to fight evil. But, If I note anything that I seriously don't like, in your leadership or in the conduct of the other members, I will terminate my membership immediately." She than steps back and looks at Flare.He starts to speak when Lord Galen's badge beeps.Lord Galen places his hand on the badge,"Lord Galen.""Entity in base wishes information on search for Xavier...shall I surrender such information?",the badge says.Lord Galen grimaces and replies,"Yes,surrender information and relay that I'll be inside in moments."He then squares his shoulders and stares at Flare. Flare says very calmly, "The short answer to my question would have been 'no'. And for future reference, a tyrant is someone that seizes control...sound familiar. I'll have no part of a group that doesn't exercise the very rights that they are going to be trying to protect...namely, democracy.Now, I've a young lady to check in on." Flare then flies into the base.Lord Galen and Vyra stare after him.

6:40-6:50 pm "I...." Vyra stammers a moment. She closes her eyes and clears her mind and resides in this state for several moments. Flare and Lord Galen,realizing she isn't finished,wait quietly. She then opens her eyes and looks at Lord Galen and says, "My first allegiance is to the Sentinels. But, The New Guardians could benefit from my powers and I from theirs, So I will join you and your quest to fight evil. But, If I note anything that I seriously don't like, in your leadership or in the conduct of the other members, I will terminate my membership immediately." She than steps back and looks at Flare.He starts to speak when Lord Galen's badge beeps.Lord Galen places his hand on the badge,"Lord Galen.""Entity in base wishes information on search for Xavier...shall I surrender such information?",the badge says.Lord Galen grimaces and replies,"Yes,surrender information and relay that I'll be inside in moments."He then squares his shoulders and stares at Flare. Flare says very calmly, "The short answer to my question would have been 'no'. And for future reference, a tyrant is someone that seizes control...sound familiar. I'll have no part of a group that doesn't exercise the very rights that they are going to be trying to protect...namely, democracy.Now, I've a young lady to check in on." Flare then flies into the base.Lord Galen and Vyra stare after him.

6:50-7:00 pm Lord Galen rides the elevator to the third level,anxious to speak to Flare.In the medlab Flare addresses Vengeance and Silencer. "What is the condition of the girl? Is it unchanged?" Vengeance puts the joint away and looks at the two men. "For someone who does not want to join you sure do enjoy stopping by.What's up hemorroid,I mean Flare.You come by to check out what you can't control. Keep your friends close and your enemies closer huh Flare. ",he quips. Flare looks incredulous but before he can comment the door to the medlab opens and in strides Lord Galen. Lord Galen stands tall with determination in his eyes. "First of all",Lord Galen begins, "I did not seize control of this base, therefore, I am not a tyrant. The power was given to me. Secondly, who the hell gave you the power to judge me? I don't care who you think you are. I gave you the opportunity to join an elite group of super heroes, The Guardians, pardon me, THE NEW GUARDIANS. You turned the offer down. You now have no right to enter this base, you are trespassing. I will update you on the state and progress of the young lady in our care if you so desire. I must now ask you to leave." Lord Galen stretches out his hand in the direction Flare must exit and waits.

7:00-7:10 pm Vengeance gets up and prepares himself for any problems to occur.He seems to concentrate a moment then states," I think you are not welcome here hemorrhoid so if you know what's good for you,you should leave." Flare grits his teeth. "ONE MORE, AND I MEAN ONE MORE, INSULT FROM ANY OF YOU AND WE SHALL SEE JUST WHO HAS WHAT IT TAKES TO BE A GUARDIAN! LET ME MAKE MYSELF PERFECTLY CLEAR...YOU PRESUME TO THINK THAT I HAVE INSTIGATED THIS NONSENSE...YOU ARE WRONG. FROM THE FIRST MEETING IN WHICH I EXPRESSED INTEREST IN FORMING A GROUP, YOU HAVE ASSUMED THAT I WAS SEIZING CONTROL OF THIS BASE..AND WHEN I TRY TO EXPLAIN THAT THIS IS NOT THE CASE, I AM INSULTED!! WELL HERE IS HOW THIS IS GOING TO PLAY OUT. IT IS OBVIOUS THAT AT LEAST TWO OF YOU DON'T KNOW YOUR BACKSIDES FROM A HOLE-IN-THE-GROUND...AND THOUGH THAT RANKLES ME, IT ISN'T ENOUGH TO ACT UPON...BUT!...SEEING AS HOW WE ARE DEALING WITH A SITUATION THAT WILL AFFECT THIS CITY...NAMELY YOUR ASININE CONTROL OF THE GUARDIAN LEGACY...I MUST ACT. AFTER I SEE TO THE PATIENT, WHOM I FEEL RESPONSIBLE FOR, I PLAN TO GO TO SEE SGT. WARJOKOWSKI, HEAD OF SUPERCRIMINAL INVESTIGATIONS FOR THE POLICE. I WILL BE REVEALING THE LOCATION AND THE RESOURCES OF THIS BASE, IF ONLY TO SEE THAT YOU CHILDREN DO NOT GET THE USE OF THIS GREAT GIFT. NOW CHEW ON THAT AND GET THE HECK OUT OF MY WAY!" Flare glares Vengeance and Galen, then moves to check on the patient.He take only a step and runs into an invisible wall blocking him from the girl.

7:10-7:20 pm Vengeance sounds off,"I am going to wet myself .The Hemorrhoid is getting upset.I am so f****** scared.You want some Flamer come get some,if not I think the Leader asked you to leave. You tell Wojo all you want.We are protectors of the city. You,I am not so sure of.Always barging in the base and barking orders.You say you never wanted to be leader yet everytime I see you,you bark out orders like a little Hitler minus the facial hair. Now you do what you gotta do but know I personally will be watching you flameboy."Vengeance gives Flare a hard stare."I intend to defend this base to my death if necessary and you may take me down but you will take a h*** of beating boy."Lord Galen steps between the two and says,"Base, The character known as Flare in the yellow costume is to be detained. He must not be permitted to leave this base." There are a few clicks and clunks heard from the walls and the four here the base reply,"Unable to pinpoint yellow character...all subjects in base are located in medlab...medlab lockdown beginning...warning:my estimation is this places patient in extreme risk...repeat warning:patient placed at extreme risk..." Lord Galen turns to the other Guardians and says," I believe we have come to our first democratic discussion. What shall we do with this character? What harm could the police do? They can't get into the base unless permitted. I still do not think it is a good idea for the location of the base and its resources to be known. Vengeance, Silencer, what are your thoughts and ideas?" He then turns to Flare,"As for you, I cannot believe the way you have tried to take control over every discussion and meeting we have had. You act like a small child. Now you must wait to see what the New Guardians will decide to be the best course of action against this threat you have confronted us with. As you know this base is very powerful and impregnable. It will keep you here as long as we need. It is a shame it must come to this." He then turns to Vengeance," I think we need Vyra here as well. She has shown her allegiance to be with Flare. What are your thoughts?"

7:20-7:30 pm Lord Galen orders, "Base, cancel medlab lockdown, stabilize patient."The mechanical voice replies,"Lockdown canceled...patient stable..."Again there are clunks and thuds heard as Lord Galen turns to Vengeance and Silencer and says," Vengeance, Silencer, go get your badges. Base, allow Vengeance and Silencer Badges, designate 2 and 3 no one else. No one without a badge shall leave this base. Understood?"Again the mechanical voice is heard,"Badges awaiting authorization...bridge closing...base secure,the only exit is teleportation by badges"Vengeance turns to Lord Galen," I don't think kidnapping is the way to go about this personally. We have committed no crime but to help Shadowcat.I am sure the authorities know of the base and as long as we keep our act clean we should be fine.We should let Flare go but tell him to stay out of our business. Right now he is trespassing and I feel him to be a threat to us and the girl.But what ever you decide I will listen for loyalty is what a great team is made of."Silencer stands quiet,waiting.

7:30-7:40 pm Flare rolls his eyes and crosses his arms. "I will be leaving. Short of trying to kill me, you won't be stopping me...but right now I came here to see how the patient is doing...are you going to stop me from that mundane task or let me do it so that I will leave for christ's sake. The only other option is a fight and you know that, and if that's what you want I won't back down."Silencer looks around and says,"I'm done my friends.Lord Galen I need to leave."Vengeance looks at Silencer a moment then exits the medlab.He continues down the little hall outside the medlab and when he enters the medical office he is surprised by Vyra entering from the other door.

7:40-7:50 pm Lord Galen responds, " Flare , there will be no fight and a fight is not what I want. The patient is still stable, no change. I told you I would keep you abreast of her progress if possible. Her being here gives you no right to trespass. I have done nothing for you to treat me the way you have. You act like a small child having a temper tantrum because something didn't go your way. I am not worried about your threats because the base will protect me and will detain you as ordered. I have been very hospitable with you and offered you a position in the Guardians. As of this moment there is no way out of this base except for teleportation with badges. You have not been authorized for one so I don't think you have much choice right now but to stay." After saying this Lord Galen turns away to follow Vengeance and see what he is up to.He exits the medlab,walks the small hallway and enters the medical office to see Vyra on the otherside.

7:50-8:00 pm Flare follows Galen. "You are a fool Galen...you project your own traits on me. You don't want a fight, yet you let your people provoke me and you yourself detain me. The patient being here gives me every right to be here, as it is my doctor-friend who has concerns for her. As far as the Trespassing, I don't believe you own this base, and find it laughable that you'd even try to push that nonsense. As far as treating you badly...are you insane? I've done nothing but endure insults and disagree with your point of view. Where is the bad treatment you speak of? And what exactly didn't go my way...democratic leadership?...working on the side of the law? Quite frankly your idea of hospitality is poor, and I shall be leaving one way or another...even if it is at the expense of some of the Guardian's toys. As of now I hold your leadership of any group in doubt. " Vyra says to Lord Galen,taking a defensive stance, "Let him go, if you know what was good for you." Lord Galen asks, "Base, why was I not informed of the intruder."The base replies,"Your orders were to not allow any un-authorized personnel to leave.I was not made aware of a security alert.Until all 5 badges are active my programming is to assume any entrance by non-Guardians is authorized,possible badge recipient...Badge 2 authorized Lord Galen."Then from the badge Lord Galen hears Vengeance,"Galen,Vyra is also in the base.I think we should let them go so we can get away from them.I am sick of Flare b****ing all the time.And Vyra is like a dummy on his lap,can not make decisions for herself.They are like an annoying married couple.Lets just get rid of them what do you think?"

8:00-8:10 pm Flare says to the air, hoping Vengeance hears. "Gee Vengeance...with your limited vocabulary of swear words, you might want to consider becoming the PR man for the guardians. Everyday people are simply going to flock to you guys because of your common sense and cool headedness..." He smirks when he says the last. He nods at Vyra and gives a tight smile. "Hello there, imagine meeting you here." Lord Galen looks at Flare and says," Flare, I have had about enough of your whining and crying. Take your stupid sidekick and leave this base. Base, allow these two badgeless scums to exit and not return. Starting now no-one is to enter the base without a badge unless accompanied by a Guardian." Lord Galen then touches his badge, "Vengeance, I will be escorting our garbage to the exit, would you care to join me?"From the badge Lord Galen hears Vengeance reply,"I'm on my way to the medlab now." Lord Galen turns to Flare and Vyra," If you will, follow me." He speaks to the base," Base be on alert in case these two non badge personnel try some thing funny."Vyra, looking very disgusted, says to them. "Look at yourselves! You're acting like children! I thought we were all supposed to be the good guys, and look at us! We're fighting amongst each other. This is not how a team is supposed to work. Lord Galen, you are too paranoid, thinking everyone is trying to hurt you. Flare, you're to stubborn to back down when in to far. And Vengeance is too much of a hot head, thinking the world is trying to get unto his "cloud". We've all become blood-thirsty for leadership. If this body of Guardians is not fit for the task, I suggest a new leadership is in need. One that will respect the rights of leader, and be able to act upon it. One that will forget our past conflicts and start anew as if none of this has ever happened. One worthy to be leader of the Guardians. Lord Galen, I have no objections to you being leader. You're a good man and have the capability of being an incredible leader, but you need to let this go. It's not right, I know you can feel it also. We cannot thrive, split between half Sentinels and Half Guardians. The only way any of us will ever be able to overcome evil in this city is if we combine our forces as a team. If you cannot accept this fact, then maybe you truly aren't worthy of this high position. Now, are we able to let the past die and become the most un-stoppable force on this planet or will you not listen to reason?" Vyra looks at Lord Galen, listening intently for his reply.The door to the medlab opens and Vengeance strides in.

8:10-8:20 pm Lord Galen responds, "Vyra, I am very touched by your words but I find them to be in total conflict of your actions. After all, a moment ago you threatened me. I offered Flare a place here and tried to shrug off the past. He refused to do so. I think now the best think to do is to part ways. I don't want to fight with either one of you and if you were in trouble I would gladly watch your back. Maybe in time as anger subsides we can meet and talk again. As for now I must ask you to leave." Lord Galen turns to Vengeance, "Will you accompany me in seeing our acquaintances to the exit?" Vengeance nods his head and the four costumed heroes exit the medical office and enter the elevator.They ride the elevator to the first level and walk toward the hangar.

8:20-8:30 pm Lord Galen orders,"Base open bridge."With a few clinks and clanks the heroes look above them to see the bridge extend and the view of the open sky.Before Vyra exits the Guardian Base, she says to Lord Galen, "Well, at least were both able to exchange our idea without getting violent or vulgar. And I do hope that we can one day be United as one group. And as for us," She says turning to Flare, "Or at least I, will be glad to help you in your time of need. But I want you to seriously consider all that I have said, and maybe we can patch up this mis-understanding. " She than begins to walk towards the exit, and then stops. "It doesn't make sense how all of us are here for one purpose, to stop evil, and none of us can except each other to give to highest opportunity to do so. It makes me wonder if any of us truly desire to stop evil, or if we are to caught up with trying to be leader of everyone else." Flare says quietly to Vyra. "It's too late...Your words, though noble, can only fall on deaf ears in here. Don't fall into the same pit that these two did and think that I am gunning for leadership of the Guardians...I never was. That was the assumption that started this whole thing. I made a speech about wanting to form a group, and both of these men thought I wanted their toys. I was judged an egomaniac for having a point of view. The only thing I ever wanted was a choice in who should be leader. The bottom line is this, I doubt that this rift will ever close. I would still work with you Vyra, if you should choose it."Vyra looks at the others for a second then flies out the bridge. Flare too stands for a moment then flies out. Once Flare exists, Vyra signals him down to a roof, so she can tell him all that she has learned. "I'd like to talk in the morning...maybe 7ish, in the park near police HQ...I'll bring the coffee." , Flare says.

8:30 pm - midnight Vengeance says to Lord Galen,"It's been a long night and if there is nothing else I'm going to leave."He flies out the bridge leaving Lord Galen alone.Lord Galen says,"Base close bridge."and the bridge closes.He walks to the HQ and places his badge in the charging bay and ask,"Base where can I get a bite to eat?"The base replies,"Up to level one,left out of the elevator,follow the hall to the first door on the left,through the door on the north wall of that hallway."Lord Galen does so and finds a well equipped kitchenette/dining room.He digs up a meal and sits for dinner.When he finishes he ask,"Base is badge #1 charged?""Badge charged and ready.",is the answer he receives.He retraces his steps to the HQ,gathers his badge and says,"Exit."He finds himself next to the statue in the park and makes his way home.Once home he changes and relaxes in front of the T.V.As the clock nears midnight he turns off the T.V. and goes to bed.