*Cairo, Egypt; May 31, 2019; 7:00 PM*

"We're back!" Oreonna yelled throughout the camp indicating his return from yet another perimeter check with Blake, Weiss, and Auburn.

"So, what's going on out there?" Kat wondered.

"It's not looking good. They look like they're getting ready for something big. Everyone aligned with the Nexus is practically waiting for us to show up." Blake sighed.

"Shit. We'll need some heavy reinforcements if we're going to beat the Nexus in their own base." Kat seethed.

"The coalition said they could help us tomorrow." Cade noted.

"I asked Princess Celestia about any chance of reinforcements on her part, but the Royal Guard is understaffed and most Equestrian Mercenaries aren't willing to come over and fight an army." Twilight sighed.

"We don't have time! If we don't attack first, they'll come over to us!" Kat worriedly replied.

"Can't the NAF send reinforcements? You are still government personnel!" Alex wondered.

"Not from halfway across the world! Even if we could, the NAF itself doesn't even have clearance to travel to Egypt! We had to pose as a scientists to be able to come here!"

"So, we're able to literally travel between dimensions and you guys can't teleport across the f**king ocean?!" Alex yelled.

"It's not like we have teleporters yet! Besides, all the Foundation has so far is creepy shit!" Kat retorted, her tone well beyond exasperated.

"Hold on..! We can do something, right? Kat, give us a run-down of our inventory!" Yang demanded.

"Besides us, we have 1,300 rebels left over from the attacks on the rest of the dig sites. 12 helicopters, and barely enough weapons for everyone. " Kat sighed hopelessly.

"Well, what the shit?!" Yang gaped.

"I have an idea." Auburn announced.

"Well, tell us. At this point, we're willing to take suggestions!" Kat replied.

"How many weapons in total do you have?" Auburn asked.

"About 600 rifles.. All of which are crudely made knockoffs made by local arms dealers. We had the wonder weapons Evan got us, but we were ransacked by the Nexus." Kat noted.

"What the fu.. Do you have any idea how long I spent to get you that shit?!" Vanoss shouted.

"Well, taking a page from Russian battle tactics used in your 'World War II', about 1 in 2 of your men will carry the rifles. those without a weapon will carry the spare ammunition. We'll use the helicopters to take out any machine gun positions or anything else in the way. Evan's squad will lead the charge, since they're equipped with wonder weapons. Father, Mother, Oreonna, Cade, and I will take care of the monster, while Aunt Ruby, Aunt Weiss, and Aunt Blake will assist the assault division. The Elements of Harmony are going to be used to counter any last minute obstacles and to capture Morning Star and Xavier Callan." Auburn explained.

Everyone stared wide-eyed at Auburn.

"Welp. All in favor?" Alex asked.

A resounding 'yes' was mumbled among the group.

"Against?"

Silence.

"Okay. Evan's team up front! Militia fighters, Ruby, Weiss, Blake in the middle! Kat and the Ponies are hanging back! Helos, get ready in 20 minutes! Let's go!" Alex ordered.

*Outside Cairo, Egypt; May 31, 2019; 7:25 PM*

Ultimus stood on a building overlooking the pyramids.

He had heard about Alex's plans to deal with Callan and Morning Star, but judging by the vastly scorched landscape and immense fortress recycled from one of the ancient structures, it would be a challenge even for a warrior of Alex and his caliber.

"That bastard.. He's walking head-first into a trap." Ultimus quickly deduced.

Several armored fighters with the Crux Family Crest, a black eagle on a field of emerald, landed behind him, with several mercenaries quickly running out.

"Ultimus, sir.. We did a scan of the entire fortress. The Nexus Divisa is carrying extra-dimensional weaponry and is numbering within the hundreds." His lieutenant explained.

"Tell me, Lieutenant. Why is this place such a wasteland?" Ultimus demanded.

Ultimus couldn't quite grasp what had possessed Alex to come over here. This place, especially now, was a barren wasteland. From what he could collect from other inquisitors, there was something on Earth that could turn the tide of the war to their favor. But how could he possibly have known?

"The Nexus and a new organization called the SCP Foundation have been at war here for months now. Their director is an ex-senator for the NAF." The Lieutenant replied.

"Of course.. One of Saigo's friends. He doesn't care about the damned artifact..! He just wants the Inquisition gone.." Ultimus realized.

"What're our orders, sir?" The lieutenant asked.

"Assist the SCP Foundation by any means necessary. Find Saigo. And do not interfere with our battle if you value your life." Ultimus ordered.

"Yes, sir." The lieutenant then ran away to hand off the orders to the others.

"Ultimus! Your Uncle is on the line!" Another soldier hollered, carrying a communicator.

"Yes, Uncle Venator?" Ultimus asked.

"Ultimus? Where are you?!" His uncle asked.

"I am in Egypt, on Geo Vector 0-1. I've found Saigo Emphas." Ultimus explained.

"Emphas?! You're delusional if you think I'm letting you deal with them! Don't you remember what happened when you tried to stop Cinder from eliminating his parents?!" Venator yelled.

"My condition is of no concern. I will deal with Saigo, and I will not hesitate to kill him or anyone in my way!" Ultimus bellowed.

"Please, you couldn't handle a 17 year old girl in a skirt, much less Saigo!"

"No more questions, Uncle Venator. I have come too far just to disappoint you again. When I kill Saigo, I demand my rightful place as your heir." Ultimus demanded.

"Are you dense?! You couldn't even kill Saigo's brother! And he was your damn coworker!" Venator scolded.

"'ll have you know, Omega managed to kill Yurei's allies, and gave me the respect I rightfully deserve!" Ultimus hung up and threw the communicator against the Fighter.

"Ultimus, Sir. The SCP and their allies have mobilized." A soldier said as he saw an up innumerable number of soldiers run onto the battlefield, the sun just beginning to set.

"Then you are to head out as well." Ultimus ordered.

"Yes, sir. We were able to retrieve the Family Sword as well." The soldier promptly handed him a meter-and-a-half long broadsword with the Family Crest on it's guard, black leather wrapped around the handle and an emerald fastened to the pommel.

"Thank you, Corporal." Ultimus nodded.

Quickly donning his armor and helmet, Ultimus leaped into the battle, a small shockwave knocking several of his men over as Ultimus leapt into battle.

The tide of soldiers quickly stopped as Ultimus landed in front of them, glaring at them angrily as he drew his sword.

"Where is Saigo? ANSWER ME!" Ultimus demanded.

"He went off to deal with some kind of monster or some shit." Vanoss shrugged.

"Imbecile. I'll deal with him. Until then, I don't particularly care for the Nexus myself. My men are siding with you in this fight. Just ensure you don't interrupt our battle, understand?!" Ultimus glared.

"My sister and her children are with Alex right now! If you lay a finger on any of them, I will hurt you!" Ruby yelled at him.

Ultimus thought for a moment.

"Fine then, feel free to join the fight. Because if they interfere, they die!" Ultimus scowled.

*Inside the Great Pyramid*

"What is that?" Jäger asked as the sounds of boots, helicopter rotors, and engines filled the air outside.

"The SCP..! They're attacking us..!" Xavier realized.

"I'll deal with Walker!" Jäger snarled.

"Wait..! He's too dangerous!" Xavier reached for him.

"'Danger' isn't any of my concern. I just want to see the bastard die, then I can scurry away like the cowards you and Morning Star are!" Jäger scowled.

"You know what? Callan, just go! I'll deal with Celestia's Apprentice!" Morning Star shouted.

"I'm as much a part of this as you, Morning Star! I will fight when needed!" Xavier scowled.

"Xavier, listen! You're not a Huntsman, you're no Equestrian, and you're certainly no Adenienite! It's too dangerous for you here! Get to your safehouse. If I don't call within 2 hours, assume I'm dead and move on to Plan B." Morning Star ordered.

Xavier paled at his comrade's sudden outburst and immediately took off.

"Best of luck to both of you." Xavier nodded as he took off running.

Author's Notes:

Ultimus and Jäger are hunting Alex, and both forces are ready for anything!

Someone is certain to die, but who?

Find out next chapter!

-The Destoyer