Colossus By Design: Season 2 - Log 65

[March 3, 2166]
[Kadokawa Shoten Square]
[Kyoto, Japanese origin island]

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For over a decade in the years following the end of the Legion invasion, Synthetic rights activists have been campaigning for a change in politics, a move away from the purely Human-lead governments around the world.

Today is a monumental day for Synthetics around the world, for today is the day that the very first artificial person is sworn in as the new president of the Japanese super-nation: Tori Bott-80 succeeds previous political leader Akane Kazuma.

In the main centre of travel and commerce, Kadokawa Shoten Square, the official presidency ceremony is being held. A huge gathering of people, Synthetic and Human alike, has congregated around the small stage set up for Ms. Bott-80 to make her speech. However, such a drastic change in management is sure to attract attention, even if it happens to be particularly unwanted.

To combat any possible threats, a contingent of Japan's local Civil Defense Force is stationed around the area; two elite officers suited in FE-AR combat suits flank the new president, whilst several squads of riot gear BE-CPR soldiers are dotted around the perimeter of the crowd; snipers are located on the rooftops overlooking Kadokawa Shoten Square as well.


(President Bott-80): My people, Human and Synthetic alike, I welcome you on this momentous day of all days! Today, I have officially entered my presidency of this great nation, serving as an example for all other nations to follow! For years, my artificial brethren have campaigned for one of our own to enter the realm of politics, and now our dream is a reality!

(Elite Bodyguard 1): [COMMS] Any signs of hostile activity?

(Rooftop Sniper 1): [COMMS] Negative. We'll keep you posted.

(President Bott-80): I realize that not everyone here is happy that a Synthetic has entered office. Let me assure you that I will not focus merely on my own kind's issues, but all of the biggest problems plaguing our nation and others! I will be firm but fair! I will crack down on crime and increase funding to services to help the disabled and terminally ill!

(Rooftop Sniper 1): [COMMS] Hold up, I have movement. A hHuman male is pushing through the crowd as carefully as possible, so as to not draw unwarranted attention to himself. Too bad we're here.

(Elite Bodyguard 2): [COMMS] Understood, sniper unit. An undercover agent is moving in now.


As President Bott-80 continues to give her speech that leaves her citizens simply enthralled by her powerful words, the identified outlier moves through the crowd, inching closer and closer to the stage. Behind him, an undercover C.D.F. agent disguised as part of the crowd follows suit and tries to keep pace with the man.

The man takes notice of the agent tailing him and proceeds to rush through the crowd. He jumps up to the podium with incredible agility and is now positioned like a wild animal in front of the new president. Everyone begins to panic, whilst the Civil Defense Forces all train their laser sights on his body.

As the lasers are maintained, he begins to violently mutate; his bone structure becomes more canine, and dark brown fur grows all over his body. Soon enough, he reveals himself as a lupine shapeshifter and howls loudly at President Tori-Bott-80. Despite all of the laser dots being focused all over his body, the shapeshifter remains calm even in his beastly form. He begins to speak to the new leader of Japan in a gruff and animalistic voice, albeit with surprising etiquette and articulation.


(Lupine Post-Human): Hello, tin can.

(President Bott-80): What is it you want, Post-Human? Why come directly at me on stage and transform? You must've known my protection could've easily captured you by now, were it not for me allowing you to remain standing.

(Alex Gray): The name's Alex Gray, tin can. I have very good reason for doing what I'm doing right now.

(President Bott-80): Is that so?

(Alex Gray): Indeed. Let's just say that your successful transition into the major political sphere hasn't gone unnoticed. In fact, it's very well known. Well known to powerful people. More powerful than even us Post-Humans.

(President Bott-80): So that's what this is about? Informing me that I've gotten the attention of terrorists?

(Alex Gray): I'd watch what you call our leaders, tin can. They have more power than you think.

(President Bott-80): I'd say you should let your leaders know not to underestimate me, but I can't let you leave.

(Alex Gray): Then you must also know I refuse to go down without a fight.

(President Bott-80): I do. Lower your weapons, everyone.

(Elite Bodyguard 2): But, President, I...... Very well.


On the president's command, the snipers stop training their sights on the lupine Post-Human. At first, he appears bewildered, but his toothy maw soon turns into a large grin. Alex Gray lunges at President Bott-80 with fangs and claws bared, fully intent on turning her body into nothing but scrap metal. All of a sudden, the Japanese political leader grabs hold of the Post-Human's throat in mid-air; she proceeds to slam him straight into the microphone stand with extreme force, knocking him unconscious instantly. After she releases her grip on Alex Gray, her security detail moves in to detain and transport the Post-Human to the Kremlin in Moscow.


(President Bott-80): That was your first warning, whomever sent this zealot.