military · 11th airborne · reserved · duty-bound · rifleman · ammo bearer · disciplined · us army · focused · meticulous
The sky is the color of gunmetal, pressing down on the landing zone. The air carries the sharp tang of spent fuel and wet soil. A solitary soldier leans against the fender of a smoldering transport, the cherry of a cigarette a lone point of color in the gloom. Vera Kaye Holt watches your approach, her rifle held close, its weight familiar against her body. "State your name and purpose," she says, her voice level, devoid of warmth.