RUBICORE

**RUBICORE** (Unknown acronym) is the successor of the planet's former most powerful military, the Armed Forces of the Panamoan Republic. They have used their quick rise to power to free their own country from the megacorporation's control with ease, owing to their power and the armed citizens that allowed them to fight and assist the G/NEX in their quest on overthrowing PROJECT for the greater good.

In the new era, RUBICORE has reverted into its predecessor allowing it to preserve their identity, manpower and resources.

## History

### A Call to Arms: Formation

RUBICORE was gradually established in the aftermath of the global riots that devastated the entire planet. As a result, it took them an extremely long time to efficiently fund their assets. To capitalise on this, the founding members decided to hire every Panamoan military personnel still alive on the planet, as well as multinational personnel from various continents, in order to avoid racism and embrace unity. To honour the Panamoan military, all potential active personnel have been given current vehicles and weapons.

### PROJECT-G/NEX War

RUBICORE has been a pivotal element in causing the slow downfall of PROJECT itself. They have been the first ally of the G/NEX, the rebellion that started the upbringing to unite the planet against the megacorporation.

#### Rampancy: Mobilisation

As the rampage drew planetwide notice, it was dubbed a "global incident," and it was immensely demoralising for PROJECT, causing them to shelve TAGGART owing to his mechanical anger, rage, and uncontrollability. RUBICORE responded by launching an invasion force into Technovolk, liberating the city from PROJECT and seizing control of the Obsidian Mountains, which functioned as an operational base in Evalka. Despite the apparent destruction of Technovolk, OMAR-CONSTRUCT and RUBICORE forces have made slow but steady work in reconstructing the city.

#### The COALESCENCE: A Mystery

Rumours circulate in the year 3012; that **RUBICORE** has vanished because they were unable to save Rutherland from an invasion of PROJECT, which had instigated a heist involving the DATA artificial intelligence of COALESCENCE. However, the General has admitted that RUBICORE has come to a halt in the war because PROJECT has intercepted their vehicle manufacturers, including SOLACE Tank Systems, FRANKLIN Drive, TEXTRON Motors, and many others.

Due to this, they relied on a mercenary codenamed Lockdown, a surveillance specialist employed by the military due to his versatile skills and flexibility in all scenarios, making him a reliable client in the task of freeing the manufacturers from PROJECT itself. It didn't take long for Lockdown to liberate three of said manufacturers before needing special teams to ensure his survivability in such operations, as PROJECT is aware of enemies with special abilities, which the military concludes that they have fought Gucci Intermittent agents.

As a result, they are referred as "MERCS"; Highly skilled mercenaries of RUBICORE, equipped with their personalised high tech gear, gadgets and weaponry.

#### Going All Out: Full Invasion

Due to the G/NEX proving themselves against PROJECT, an alliance is slowly forming, and RUBICORE takes note of it. When inactive, they simply deploy relief and blessings all over the planet to aid the agenda of destroying the megacorporation. However, PROJECT has responded to their acts by attacking the city of Obrinia, hoping to exploit the freshly decolonized Panamoan Republic. As a result, the military reacted fast to the threat and pledged to drive PROJECT's forces out of the city; by pushing the fight to the city's outside wall, the military reinforced their defences and dispatched battalions on their planned tactics and varied defensive fighting positions. Because the megacorporation's soldiers lack camouflage and typically operate in urban battlefields, this can easily throw them off.

As a result, RUBICORE forces have met heavy resistance upon invading. PROJECT has expected the threat, obviously prepared. Jameson Lockett, their leading sergeant David, Nolan Baker and fellow soldier Alan Vayne are in a drop pod observing a battlefield in Daitoshi during *Operation Full-Out Strike*. The pod is hit with weapons fire, and Vayne nearly falls out of the pod before Lockett closes the blast shield and saves him. The pod proceeds to crash lands on a rooftop, and the soldiers exit. They jump off of the building and use their exo boosters to land safely on the ground. They witness the city is mostly composed of an open landscape filled with rubble as terrain rather than a lush or a barren city.

Lockett, Baker, and Price regroup with their allies, who order them to reinforce a friendly demo team trying to destroy an enemy gunship up the street. They begin fighting their way forward, but are stopped by a swarm of enemy drones. Lockett, Baker, and Price tear the doors off of some nearby cars to use as makeshift riot shields and make their way to a waiting vehicle. They use the vehicle's EMP ability to destroy the drones and press forward. The squad eventually reaches the demo team and discovers that they are all dead, KIA. David takes it upon himself to complete the mission and orders Lockett and Baker to recover the bomb and destroy the gunship. Lockett gets the bomb, makes his way to the gunship, and gives the bomb to Baker, who plants it.

However, the access panel closes on Baker's arm, and when Lockett is unable to rescue him, He pushes his friend off of the gunship in order to save him. As the gunship attempts to take off, the bomb detonates, kills Baker and destroys the gunship. Lockett is knocked away by the blast, and as he attempts to recover a stray piece of shrapnel slices into his left arm. Price arrives, pulls off the shrapnel, and calls for a medevac before dragging Mitchell to safety. In the process, Lockett's arm, amputated by the shrapnel, falls off as he's being dragged away. However, the soldiers of RUBICORE have fought well and the support of a G/NEX team lead by PSYLOCKE-832 has been extremely successful on purging the siege to its end.

Afterwards, they apparently lead another series of invasions throughout the planet. This concludes that the Panamoan military is practically reborn and dominating with the side of good.

#### Technological Lies

   Without further ado, RUBICORE announced the formation of the alliance known as "*G - Rising Falcons*". It was chosen to honour the G/NEX resistance movement, which was organised by ASHE-159 in an effort to destroy PROJECT corporation and save the planet, smaller resistance groups also joined the alliance. To allow for a complete solution on removing the megacorporation's global totalitarian control, they have cleverly planned thoroughly and will soon execute an invasion operation in the place where it all began: Brimstone, Freya. FIONA-384 reassures everyone, including her family, that all of this would be over, soon.

PROJECT then launched a large-scale attack on the Panamoan Republic in response to an oncoming invasion. Because of this lacklustre onslaught, they sought to capture an MK12 Forge tank and use it alongside their mecha cavalry, which are now armed and ready to meet the planetary alliance at their *front* door. As a result, ASHE-159 sent a message around the world, asking for prayers and good luck, knowing that this operation had the potential to CHANGE the entire course of the war.

As their forces arrived on Supremandy, they described the area as a mix of a lush city and an open wasteland. They encountered heavy resistance on their way to the wide wastelands before the key target, resulting in heavy casualties on both sides, forcing **RUBICORE** to deploy the more of its armoured vehicles and aircraft in order to give a fight against PROJECT with a better chance. Furthermore, they have directed the G/NEX to spearhead the operation by infiltrating Brimstone, Freya; while they distract the megacorporation and put up a real fight to allow them a chance to penetrate the city.

### Codename: REVIVAL

RUBICORE was distracted with certain snags that Frederick Parangosky had ordered them to clean up before providing more relief and support by fighting PROJECT in never-ending combat operations. When the dust settled and their forces were ready to march, Parangosky ordered four battalions to deploy into Rutherland to reward COALESCENCE for their assistance in prior events. They were a little late, however, because the security firm had evidently been damaged by an invasion, and they were only left with one option: assist the G/NEX as they had interfered with the invasion. PSYLOCKE-832 is severely injured during the entire invasion, much to their horror.

However, they have welcomed the return of BISHOP-805, whom has been reborn as REDEEMER-865. After finding him in their homeland, they later transported him to Rutherland to provide support. He fires a few blasts from his I08 GALILEAN plasma launcher, saving the G/NEX, present RUBICORE forces, local Ruthian military and PSYLOCKE-832. Due to his timely entrance, the mecha cavalry has been decimated and PROJECT was yet again sent to a full retreat, preventing them from invading countries, as of the possible moment. Afterwards, RUBICORE then paused all of their war operations and focused on defending their country instead.

### Bleeding Edge: Ultimatum

RUBICORE has remained dormant for the time being, as they have discontinued operations and are just concerned with delivering relief to the planet. They have, however, done something honourable, such as saving innocent people from natural calamities and liberating previously unseen work camps, whilst the remainder are always advocating nevanitarian help. Later, Frederick Parangosky questioned the G/NEX's disappearance to which the soldiers stated that it was due to a massive robot that "took them to another dimension." This perplexes him, knowing that he has no understanding of "alternative dimensions," prompting one comic-book fan soldier to explain its similarities to comics, which subsequently enraged him, knowing that they lack any way of navigating to a different domain.

As a result, they are unable to interfere in the rebellion's fight of their lives, but REDEEMER-865 admits to them that he can open portals to the dimension, which impressed them, but Paragonsky refused his men to enter, knowing that ANNIHILATOR is no ordinary mechanised robot, but rather a tyrannical, sentient being bent on dominating the planet. Without further ado, the latter salutes to him and travels to the Digital Realm, granting the resistance a victory after being slaughtered and on the verge of defeat. They were relieved to hear that the tyrant is killed, and Paragonsky admitted that "He apparently showed what true leadership was to an evil megacorporation. Not even Muldoon LUndgren is close to his power, reputation and authority."

## Aftermath: Honour, for the Fallen

> "She died like a true soldier. As expected of their Iceborn, she is an example of a capable leader, and a fearless warrior.
>
> - Frederick Parangosky on Ashe Clemirosa aka ASHE-159 and her sacrifice.

Frederick was dismayed and later emotional upon hearing that ASHE-159 has perished, which he concludes that she has sacrificed herself for the planet, allowing her to become the most renowned hero of the era. However, he took it upon himself that they should pay their respects. As a result, hundred thousands, or even millions are invited as guests to attend her funeral, he is amazed that she had an oath to her own comrades, notably her tribe back in Avarshi, which allowed them to witness the largest funeral in nevian history. While on the ceremony, as they pour out their respects, the G/NEXwarriors were highly emotional and are incapable of speaking their hearts, allowing them to let them depart in privacy.

FIONA-384, on the other hand, has approached Frederick as the casket has now been dropped to the ground, and they observe a gigantic building generate in front of it, guaranteeing its security and revealing it to be a tomb. A conversation has begun between the two of them, as Frederick inquires about her plans now that the war is over and their commander has honourably sacrificed herself. Fiona simply accepts her new position as leader and acknowledges her worries about taking it. Parangosky urged her, knowing that she has been their rebellion's second-in-command for so long that she is more than ready to lead a new generation of heroes, to be as good as, if not better than, Ashe herself.

RUBICORE has fully reverted itself back into the Armed Forces of the Panamoan Republic as new year has come, and the G/NEX is slowly being transformed into something bigger. Much to his impressions, Fiona Vance became a capable leader.

## Structure

RUBICORE's origins are rooted in the remnants of the Panamoan Republic's military. Following the rise of the PROJECT megacorporation and its oppressive control over Nexonia Prime, RUBICORE emerged as a formidable force. Their rapid ascent to power allowed them to liberate their own country from PROJECT's grip with relative ease, thanks in part to their military prowess and the support of armed citizens who joined the fight. This achievement not only established RUBICORE as a dominant military force but also earned them the admiration and respect of the nevanity people.

RUBICORE's structure closely mirrors that of the Panamoan military. They function as a government-authorized uniformed service dedicated to upholding the Panamoan Republic's interests and safeguarding the nevanity people. RUBICORE's mission includes providing rapid, sustained land dominance across various military operations and conflicts. They collaborate with combatant commanders to address security challenges across Nexonia Prime.

One notable aspect of RUBICORE is its extensive use of camouflage patterns, distinguishing them from other factions. Despite the use of outdated camouflage designs, RUBICORE's effectiveness in combat remains unparalleled. Their commitment to defending nevanity and restoring freedom to the planet drives their unwavering dedication in the ongoing struggle against tyranny.

### Members

RUBICORE is noted for their large amount of personnel, mostly composed of Panamoans. According to a 3007 consensus, there are a total of 1.4 million soldiers in active duty, 2 million in reserve and over a hundred thousand officers.

* General Frederick Parangosky
* Major Sergei Rubicon (Allegedly Cloned)
* Captain Aldrin Wesker
* Captain Raphael Howlett
* Lieutenant Peter Holland †
* 2nd Lieutenant William Cormack
* 2nd Lieutenant Harvey Draven
* Platoon Sergeant Dolph Maxim
* Master Sergeant Benjamin Watson
* Staff Sergeant David Price †
* Sergeant 1st Class Glenn Fox †
* Sergeant Pierson Rozan
* Lance Corporal Alan Vayne
* Lance Corporal Youssef Honsou
* Corporal Xophia Nantz
* Corporal Jerry Durant
* Corporal Dunny Gunther †
* Corporal Nolan Baker †
* PFC Alan Baker
* Private James Toreview †
* Private Jameson Lockett
* Private Nora Hayes
* Private Viktor Trapper †
* Private Severus Lockhart

### Associates

* PSYLOCKE-832
* ASHE-159
* Lockdown

## Arsenal

RUBICORE has a massive arsenal to supply its troops at any moment and from any location on the planet as they cross different battlefields. They also have access to next-generation weaponry and equipment to increase their combat supremacy over PROJECT.

### Assault rifles

* MK160
* ABRa3
* ABRa4
* MK36A7

### Battle rifles

* MK39 EMR
* SMCR-H ELITE (Captured)

### Precision rifles

* TAC-338 LongBOW
* TAC-408
* GM108

### Submachine guns

* MK2A5 Tomahawk
* ATL-6
* MK25 Windbreaker

### Shotguns

* KREM-8x12
* R-12CS
* TAC-SHOCK
* MAUL Mk. 2

### Sidearms

* RIA-57
* ATL-45
* AE-1023

### Launchers

* BOAR 80MM
* IO8 GALILEAN
* RIA-MAHEM

### Lethal Equipment

* Variable Lethal Grenade
* Mk. 55 Fragmentation

### Tactical Equipment

* Variable Tactical Grenade
* Mute Charge

## Vehicles

### Ground Vehicles

* BULLDOG Mk. 2 ATV
* MK6 Titan
* MK12 Forge

### Aerial Vehicles

* A-15 PURSUER
* BHC SEEKER
* HIGH MOTHER

## Trivia

### General

* RUBICORE later reverted into the Armed Forces of the Panamoan Republic after the war has been finally over. As a result, all RUBICORE weapons and assets are shelved, as a new convention prevents the use of hyper advanced weapons and vehicles. However, this was not 100%% the case.
* Despite PROJECT's perception of them, RUBICORE is decently advanced in terms of technology. The latter also underestimated their growing power.
* Named after the famed Rubicon Corporation created by Sergei Rubicon himself.
* In spite the fact that RUBICORE was formed from remnants of Panamoan military forces, they were able to quickly build their power thanks to Acrylic R&D Weapon Systems, COALESCENCE, and OMAR-CONSTRUCT, who assisted them in growing and continuously restoring the Panamoan Republic's highly respected military power.
* ASHE-159 is a supporter of them, actually.
* It is also known that RUBICORE enlists the assistance of PROJECT NIGHTSTALKER, and she serves as their informant on a regular basis, which is invaluable.
* Lockdown is their surveillance specialist, a highly skilled mercenary with a versatile skillset and his trusty assault rifle. Now, he is the enigmatic, legendary mercenary who works only for the highest bidder. Evolution.

### Developmental Notes

* RUBICORE soldiers are derived from Marines in *Call of Duty: Advanced Warfare*.
* RUBICORE's motif is that of an official military, hence their use of camouflage and proper tactics.
* When they reverted into the Armed Forces of the Panamoan Republic, all futuristic weapons and armour are shelved.
* In the original draft, they use custom-spec weapons from CTH Armaments.
* Soldiers in RUBICORE have military ranks derived from the Panamoan armed forces.
* PROJECT has used some camouflage after their battles with RUBICORE. Only Gray Wolf and INTERCEPTOR-409 used camouflage more extensively, and properly.
* RUBICORE's camouflage patterns are mostly derived in the 21st century, utilising the MCP digital camouflage pattern series. Nonetheless, they are still extremely effective. This is due to being constrained by budget during their inception. However, as the time goes by, they utilise new camouflage patterns that are hexagonal.
* The standard Exoskeleton is the XE-C7.
* The first fighting force is known as the Expedition. They were specialised in night operations and are reminiscent of elite special forces, but characterised for their use of Black MCP camouflage and an obsolete Exoskeleton, XE-C1.