RAID UPDATE -- ARX: The Sequel (Part 2)

by Chaz Hamilton

We have a sequel here that no producer wanted to see made. Arx has proven to be a true Hollywood Star-zilla, reclaiming not only the role originated before becoming a power-hungry madman, but to be an actual god.

Hollywood under siege. If any sector of our global community can be disrupted by a epic showdown between heroes and a... whatever Arx is, this is the one that will make the best use of it. Even with BADGE's efforts to remove the civilian population from the scene, screenwriters, camerapeople, directors, sound effect staffers, and thespians all mill about while attempting to 'understand' the scope of what is happening and turn it into art.

While they have their eyes on the limited talent that is Arx, I want to once again spotlight some of the heroic cast on hand that seek to bring Arx to his final curtain.

LUMP$UM has been active for many hours now, and let me tell you, he isn't fooling around. His armor has proved exceptional, protecting him and a local animal rescue from Arx's best blows, but that isn't all he has been doing. When he brings his arm back and delivers a knock-out punch, everyone knows it. BADGE scientists, on scene as always, had to replace eight sensor packages he overloaded with a concussive wave generated by his connecting with Arx's stomach.

He may not be the biggest gun in BADGE's arsenal, but he is definitely one you don't want to forget back at the HQ. Get ready for a huge payout, Arx, because your LUMP$UM is ready to be delivered!

This next hero is one most can sink their teeth into. I've met and interviewed her personally, but you don't know Slayer B.A.S. until you've seen her fight. 

And as a Hollywood starlet herself, Slayer B.A.S. is just what we need to see taking up this cause. There are several outlying sources that blame the Hollywood experience for Arx's downfall. The need for fame. The constant sexism and drug abuse. Being forced to take work from a secret military organization in order to pay for his badly needed acting lessons.

Slayer B.A.S., sporting her own League War Championship Belt, shows that it isn't Hollywood's fault. A strong, powerful individual can make it in the biz without becoming a total bitch.

With stylish finesse, this tough, witty hero is not only killing it on screen, but she is going to see that Arx won't rise for a third act. Nope, he is getting a private session with Mr. Pointy and going to his grave.

Oops... Hold on a second here. I've been asked to read the following statement.

"Here at the More-Fun company, we'd like to say thank you to all heroes who proudly make use of our product in order to better serve the public. It means a great deal to us that you choose our More-Fun bars, in both Small and Large sizes to give you that BOOST of energy you need to come out on top. Our special blend of non-natural products, fully GMO cacao beans, and toxic chemicals was originally meant to be used as a pesticide, but thanks to Legion, our product line is the top choice in everyone's stock portfolio. We couldn't have done it without you, heroes, and we like to think, you couldn't do it without us!!!" -- Natalie Exxex, President and C.F.O., More-Fun Brands

<sigh> Once you get to Hollywood, everything becomes a commercial...

 For this segment, I want to close on a hero who keeps plugging away no matter what, and with purpose and drive. Lykos. Earlier in the fight, this diligent combatant recorded his highest emission so far in his BADGE career. While fighting the Mercenaries earlier, he supplemented his fighting regime with large quantities of comsumable enhancers and Easter Egg gifts. Whatever the combination was, he must have done something right. 

Way to go, Lykos. Keep bringing the heat.

Speaking of consumables, heroes have been seen using a large variety of new enhancers in this show-down with Arx. Loudeners, as I have been told they are called, and magical Blue Crystals have been used to bolster damage to areas that the mightier Arx has proven to be vulnerable to. Other heroes are mainlining pure Morphons to supercharge themselves, giving them the energy they need to remain at the top of their game.

As always, the heroes of our world give 110% of whatever it takes to keep us safe. Well, most of us safe. A significant part of the world population not currently in the state of California is reasonably out of direct threat of danger. You know what I mean. It isn't over until the solo man sings.