Chapter 5: Shadowstorm Saves The Galaxy
In Cybertron's Orbit
It was complete chaos! Autobot ships flew around the planet, blasting enemy forces.
"This is the Axelon! We're currently under heavy fire by some Decepticon assault ships, but nothing we can't handle. Although some backup would be appreciated, I have a feeling this is only the beginning.", A soldier stated from the ship's bridge.
"This is Cybertron Command. We're sending three more squadrons to intercept those Decepticons north-west of your location. Most of the wounded soldiers have recovered and are combat ready, they'll be released from the medbay in an hour. We'll also notify Shadowstorm of your current situation. He's currently with the Elite Guard aboard The Ironwill, assisting wounded soldiers and neutralizing further Decepticon threats. Good luck! Command out!", A voice stated as the transmission ended.
Suddenly the Ironwill appeared and started blasting away the enemy forces with its plasma cannons.
On The Bridge
A few Autobots were sitting at the consoles, monitoring the situation as well as the communications network and manning the plasma cannons.
Shadowstorm sat in the captain's seat , coordinating the situation.
"I need you to contact the fortress. Tell Ironhide and his team to get ready immediately! Have them report here at once! And have the team get the planetary shield online! Plus tell Ratchet I need a status update on all the soldiers currently in the medical bay.", Shadowstorm commanded.
"Yes sir!"
Meanwhile Inside The Fortress
Inside the base, Commander Ironhide and his team were currently getting ready for departure.
"Alright move it! Come on men, we haven't got all day!", Ironhide ordered as his soldiers nodded.
"Yes sir! Right away!"
In The Control Room
A soldier was speaking with Shadowstorm via comms.
"Yes sir, right away! Understood!", He stated, ending the transmission, and turning to the others.
"Shadowstorm wants us to activate the planetary shield."
Another soldier nodded and typed in a command.
"Planetary shield online!", The computer announced.
Seven energon generators rose out of the ground and formed a gigantic force field, which didn't allow enemy fire to get through.
In The Fortress's Medical Lab
Ratchet and a team of medics were working on repairing all the wounded soldiers, so that they may be combat ready as soon as possible.
Suddenly Thunderblade walked in.
"Ratchet are the soldiers recovering?", The Second in Command questioned the chief medical officer.
Ratchet approached him and nodded.
"Indeed, Commander Thunderblade. Only one last dose of Energon and they'll be ready.", He informed.
"Excellent. We'll I won't keep you from your work any longer, seeing as I have matters to attend to myself.", Thunderblade stated, giving Ratchet a nod and leaving the room.
Meanwhile With The Others On The Battlefield
The Autobot forces were still under heavy fire, but luckily Ironhide and his team arrived, along with more backup.
In the end, they were successful in repelling the attack forcing the Decepticons to withdraw.
"Decepticons! Retreat!" , Obsidian yelled as they retreated, unsucessful at achiving victory.
"Shadowstorm to all units, we've won. I repeat, this battle is ours!", The Supreme Commander announced, causing his troops to cheer.
At Iacon's Main Square-Three Hours Later
Shadowstorm walked up to the podium with his Second in Command Thunderblade , Chief of Security Ironhide , Jazz , Sideswipe and a squad of soldiers.
Upon seeing their leader both the Autobots and the neutrals began to cheer.
Shadowstorm stepped forward.
"My fellow Autobots! It is my honor and duty to announce this glorious victory against our hated enemies, the Decepticons. I am fully aware of how much you all hate violence and the same goes for me my friends. But if we win, then that will secure peace for centuries to come. Should something like a full-scale assault occur, then rest assured: I am fully capable of leading our armies and all of you through it. I was trained by Optimus Prime himself. I vow to defend our planet from any threat, until my spark is extinguished. Till all are one!", He declared as the crowd cheered.
The Autobots just managed to win one of the most important battles in Cybertronian history. Saving not only their planet, but the entire universe in the process.