After the high-ranking mech pilots of the Golden Skull Alliance completed their meeting, they entered the cockpits of their mechs and prepared to launch.
Many of them were looking forward to proving themselves or breaking through in battle.
"Today is the day." General Ark Larkinson told himself as he interfaced with his Lionheart. He sentimentally stroked the armrest of his piloting chair. "It is only in a time of great need that heroes are able to rise. The stage is set for my imminent ascension. I will prove that I can be the savior and protector that my subordinates and many others expect me to be for them. I have been playing this role for my entire career. I am ready to showcase my skills on a grander stage."
Just like many other expert pilots, Ark had developed a strong fascination for the Heaven Earth Man Trifecta. It explained so much why his progress had stalled for so many years.