STARGATE: A New Dawna Stargate Fan Fic

Ajax

The massive Athena class vessel hurtled through hyperspace. Accompanying her for the voyage was the Lexington and Saratoga with prepositioning sh.i.p.s in tow. Elsewhere in the galaxy Ares, Hermes, and Athena also converged on their end destination of Dagan. Aboard each of the six vessels were the men of 3rd ACR. Deploying into a war zone was never an easy thing for a warfighter, but as soldiers do the night before battle laughter was exchanged while making light of the stark reality that in twenty four hours they could find themselves in the horror of war.

Walking through the corridors of his command Colonel Young saw the young cavalry troopers and thought back to his days as an SG team leader. In each of these men he saw that special spark that had propelled the United States to greatness in the past. These men would do their duty to the best of their ability, which was considerable. These are the thoughts that coursed through the Colonel's head as he made his way to the bridge.

"Any word from the Atlantis group" asked Young.

"Colonel Eckhart reports their estimated time of arrival is in eighteen minutes" replied Captain Rogers.

"Thank you Captain. Give me an open channel ship wide please" said Young.

"Channel's open Sir" replied Rogers.

"This is Colonel Young. In a few short minutes we'll be exiting hyperspace around Dagan. Every moment of your military career led you to this point. All of the training, the discipline, the daily grind was meant for what lays before you. As fighting men of the United States armed forces now is the time to put all of that training to use. You have your mission, and the good people of Dagan need a savior and that savior is you. Make us proud Brave Rifles. Please proceed to the port hanger bay for transport to the surface shortly. That is all" finished Young.

Throughout the Ajax a thunderous cheer of Brave Rifles reverberated in the corridors. In an orderly fashion men shouldered their weapons and gear while making their way to the cavernous hanger bay.

"Five minutes to exit of hyperspace" called out Captain Rogers.

"Upon exit per our instructions initiate the transporter protocol laid out for us. These boys are going to need fortifications for their beachhead" replied Young.

The protocol he mentioned was similar to the process that was used to excavate Borealis from her earthy tomb. When activated the transporters would begin transporting hundreds of ton's of soil around the landing zone, forming a large earthen wall. Once this wall was established men and equipment would begin beaming down in a prearranged order laid out by Colonel Ronald Stone 3rd ACR commander.

"Exiting hyperspace now sir. Transporters are going into automatic" called out Rogers.

"The moment the fortifications are up begin transporting men down, and activate the prepositioning sh.i.p.s transporters. I want that equipment down there quickly. Remember, air cavalry first, followed by the first two troops of M-8's" said Young.

Four minutes later the combined fleet's transporters activated. On the ground below the first trickle of men and equipment began to appear. Flight crew's linked up with their armed and fueled AH-64D Longbow Apache's. In moments these would take to the air to provide air cover to the fragile beachhead that expanded moment by moment. With Apache's in the air the M-8 Buford Armored Gun Systems began appearing, with their crew's seconds behind. Within thirty minutes two complete troops of 3rd ACR were on the ground and taking defensive positions. This process would continue for the next four hours until every last warfighter was on the ground, linked up with their equipment, and ready for the next evolutionary process.

"Captain Rogers, put the 302 pilots on two hour alert. I want all aircraft armed and standing by" ordered Young.

"Roger that sir" replied Rogers.

"Colonel, jammers are active, all enemy communications nets are down" called out the electronic warfare officer.

Hearing this Young smiled a rare smile.

Atlantis

"Unscheduled activation" called out Chuck.

"Do we have an IDC" asked Woolsey.

"No IDC. We have a signal transmitting through the wormhole, looks to be video" replied Chuck.

"Put it on screen" replied Woolsey.

As the holographic display came to life video images took shape. On the screen was a drab background or dark brick, and a man's shadow. A voice familiar to all of the Atlantis command staff began speaking.

"Atlantis this is Ladon Radim. I am aware of the conflict you find yourself in and I wish to exchange information to assist you in your cause" said Ladon.

"Ladon, this is Richard Woolsey. What information is it you wish to provide" asked the Atlantis Commander.

"If you will allow me passage through the ring of the ancestors I will gladly provide intelligence of military value to your forces" replied Ladon.

"Chuck, drop the shield and let him in. Ladon, the shield is down, you may enter" said Woolsey.

Emerging through the gate was the one time chief scientist of the Genii people, but more recently their leader. Looking worse for wear Ladon appeared dirty and disheveled. A security team quickly escorted the sometimes ally to the conference room. Taking a seat Woolsey wasted no time in pleasantries.

"Ladon, you were the leader of your people. Now you suddenly appear out of the blue looking as if you've been living under a rock and wanting to provide information on your people. What exactly is the meaning of this" demanded Woolsey.

"Mr. Woolsey much has happened since our two people's last worked together. I fell victim to a plot from within my own ranks. Certain underlings felt they could better control the path our people would take in the future. The leader of this coup your people captured and handed over to the Coalition for trial. The other commands the forces currently on Dagan" began Ladon.

"I know you are not providing this information out of an overwhelming sense of obligation and guilt. What is it you want in exchange" asked Woolsey.

"I want is rightfully mine. In exchange for military intelligence and my assistance in capturing the leader of the forces you face I ask that I be returned to a place of leadership among my people. Once returned to power I will happily work hand in hand with the people of Atlantis for the benefit of all mankind in this galaxy" stated Ladon.

"Forgive me if I don't view your offer with shades of doubt. Why would you so gladly work with us now when in the past you have exploited our kindness for selfish gain" demanded Woolsey.

"Mr. Woolsey I am aware of the technology your people posses. You are a people the Genii cannot hope to defeat. It is your role to liberate mankind in Pegasus and I acknowledge that now. Yes we have had our differences but those times are now long past. Once I am returned to power you will never need doubt if the Genii are trustworthy allies. I wish to form an alliance that brings about peace and prosperity between us" answered Ladon.

"You must realize that this deal would need the approval of my superiors on Earth" replied Woolsey.

"I understand" stated Ladon.

"It will greatly assist your cause to provide the intelligence now as a show of good faith" said Woolsey.

"Everything you need to know is contained on this data device. You'll find I've included names, ranks, troop numbers, types of equipment, and communications plans. One thing I have recently discovered isn't on that device though" replied Ladon.

"Just what might that be" asked Woolsey.

"During the last skirmish your people destroyed the Genii ability to produce nuclear weapons. During this strike you manage to capture a number of finished devices. Unfortunately you didn't succeed in capturing them all. The forces you face have two such devices in their possession. Davos will not hesitate to use these devices if faced with defeat" stated Ladon.

"What proof do you have of this? Surely you don't expect us to merely take your word for it" responded Woolsey.

"Men loyal to me remain on my home world within the ranks of Davos's men. I have been privy to what is said in their council, along with their strategic planning" retorted Ladon.

"Have you stopped to consider that Davos may know this information is making it into your hands and is playing that very fact to his advantage? Disinformation is a powerful weapon against an opponent" countered Woolsey.

"My information was confirmed through other sources that are beyond reproach; my sister. Mr. Woolsey I am simply attempting to safeguard my people from the folly of a man unfit to lead. You and I both know your technological advantage is simply too great to overcome" stated Ladon.

"Very well. I will pass along your information and request. Until such time as I have word from Earth you will remain on Atlantis as our guest. Any attempt to assist your people's forces will be dealt with in the harshest of measures. Amelia will show you to your quarters while I contact my government" finished Woolsey.