The Time Stone, Third Edition (Extended Version)

In a darkened empty warehouse, far from the town outskirts, a group of warriors dressed in the ninja garb worn by the church attacker gathered before a single small television monitor that suddenly came to life with images before them and snow fizzing on the old quality set. Within seconds, a visage of a shadowy silhouette of a man appeared his face unknown and features not discernible.

“We are fast approaching the Last Time.”

“My lordship, we have been compromised. We require intervention,” says the leader.

“There will be events naturally occurring that will tend to shift the tides of change. Be patient. It is upon us, but before the Last Time, we must have the object and its progenitor in full place,” the shadow face observed. “Remember your mission, the meaning of our findings, and your ancient philosophy. Your ancestors were Culto warriors and harbingers of the way of the warrior, protectors of the great treasure, seekers of truth, abdicators of light and darkness. Your dark master awaits and your destiny remains constant, to serve and uphold the truths of the past to protect all our futures.”

“Understood, we will proceed as planned. We are taking steps to retrieve the device.” The leader responds holding up a picture of a small box with the screen shut off. “Let’s get to work guys.”