Terminus Protocol

Still staring at the war table, Grand Elder Huang was lost in thought. His eyes glanced over the map of all three continents, studying the cities that still stood. He was mulling over a thought, hesitating on it. 

And then, someone shouted something out, causing the room to go quiet. 

"We have word from the High Council!"

Suddenly, the Grand Elder looked up. 

"What message did they send?" he asked. 

The one who spoke stared at a medallion that started humming. It floated out of their hands and hovered over the war table. From it came the voices of the High Council speaking in unison. 

"Grand Elder", they called out. 

The man bowed. 

"I am here, what is it that you all wish to tell us?" he asked.

There was silence as everyone listened. 

"The defenses and countermeasures that we have prepared are nearly ready. Once the preparations are done, they will be deployed within the next month or two."