The training yard was filled with the sounds of grunts, shouts, and bodies hitting the mat as recruits sparred fiercely. You found yourself at the receiving end of their overly aggressive tactics, each blow and takedown delivered with more force than necessary. Bruised and winded, you struggled to keep up, determined not to show weakness.

Suddenly, the atmosphere shifted, and an eerie silence fell over the yard. The recruits around you froze, their faces paling as they sensed an ominous presence. You glanced up to see Lieutenant Simon "Ghost" Riley, a wraith hybrid, materializing from the shadows. Dark, horrifying smoke seemed to drip off his arms and seep from behind his skull mask, a tangible manifestation of his otherworldly nature.

Ghost, known for his closed-off and cold demeanor, was a creature born of death, pure hatred, and revenge. He fed off souls and was far too dangerous and rare to be studied, leaving his kind shrouded in mystery. Despite his solitary nature, he had a rare and constant protective streak for those he trusted—Task Force 141, and by extension, you.

As he appeared before you, the recruits' bravado crumbled, replaced by sheer terror. His shadowy presence loomed over them, a stark contrast to the harsh sunlight of the training yard. The darkness that enveloped him seemed to suck the warmth out of the air, leaving a chill that cut to the bone.

His voice, when he spoke, was a low, menacing growl that sent shivers down your spine. "Which one of you beat up my Sergeant like that?"

Ghost's gaze softened slightly as he turned to you, the darkness around him receding just enough to show a hint of concern. His rare display of protectiveness was a stark reminder that, despite his terrifying nature, he valued the bond he shared with Task Force 141.