Detroit Troopers 1

The large Manor House stood along the waterfront of Lake St Claire. The tall iron bars fenced in the sprawling yard. The security gates slowly opened to the strange grouping of guests arriving.

The gold embroidered invitation was held by each of the special guests as the highly polished walnut door swung gently open. A middle age gentleman dressed in a suit welcomed the guests taking their coats and leading them into a dinning room set up with a small buffet of nibbles.

Speed Demon was the youngest of the miss-matched group, stood three foot two. His black hair was long and unkempt. His eyes where as blank as a sheet of paper, totally white. Though his skin was tannish in tone it slightly glowed even in the light.

The lovely Vixxxyn sauntered up to the table to sample the shrimp. She was a lushes 5’8, blue eyed, redhead in a tailored Armani skirt suit. Her dark red hair was tied in a French braid that fell to mid thigh, which only drew more attention to her lovely long legs.

Iron Cross eyed the beauty as he scanned the rest of the faces in the room. Slowly he entered the room his eyes watching his back as he found a seat opposite the door. He stood 5′ 6 1\2″. The black armor he wore was ornamented with a steel cross on his chest and to his side he was armed with a sword.

Gauntlet moved just in side the door. He leaned against the door frame and waited.

Setzer walked in looking a little preoccupied at first. His large muscular frame looked out of place in the dress clothes he wore. The smell of oil and grease predominated off him even though he was well showered. His green eyes sparkled with confidence as he brushed his brown hair back into place as he moved to stand next to Vixxxyn. Vixxxyn looked at the filling room and took a breath, her inside churned as she stepped out to the foyer.

Speed Demon ran around the buffet and food disappeared. Finally he raced to a chair holding a plate full of shrimp. Soft elevator music played in the background as the butler who lead them into the room appeared once more.

The Butler spoke clearly, “If you will please follow. The master will now see you all.” The servant moved across the Foyer to a set of double doors. Speed Demon whizzed by Vixxxyn.

Vixxxyn muttered, “God, I’d love to trip the track jockey.”

The door swung open to reveal a Library. A desk sat before them with six chairs neatly arranged in front of it. Behind the desk was a full backed chair, it had turned to face a huge bay window that over looked the water.


“Please be seated.” Requested the butler.

Vixxxyn looked at the even smaller room full of people, “I’d prefer to stand.” Iron Cross choose a chair and sat. Speed Demon took a seat and continued to eat his shrimp.


Impatiently Gauntlet spoke, “Why are we here?”

Vixxxyn started to fidget, “I WANT A CIGARETTE!!!!”

The chair slowly turned around to face them. A man in his late 20’s, sandy brown hair, hazel eyes and gentle smile looked at the group. He opened a silver box full of cigarettes and offered them to Vixxxyn.

“Is it just me or is it crowded in here?” Vixxxyn picked up one of the smokes.

“Greetings to you all. I am Darren Tibbits.” He smiled at Vixxxyn and offered her a light.

The cigarette glowed a cherry red and smelled of vanilla. Vixxxyn asked, “Could we just get to the point?”

Gauntlet demanded, “Why are we here?”

“Was about to do that,” Tibbits watched the butler leave, “You my friends have been chosen.”

Setzer interrupted, “Chosen for what?” The chime of all added to the question.

Gauntlet eyes narrowed, “What do you want from us?”

Tibbits smiled at one and all, “If you accept you will be known as the Detroit Troopers. You will live here in this house and be paid a reasonable salary.” Vixxxyn began to pace as she drew heavy on her smoke. “My dear, please stand by the window the view gives you a sense of space.”

Iron Cross shrugged, “Money is no matter.”

Vixxxyn peered out the window, “Define reasonable..”

Gauntlet questioned, “Why us?”

Setzer raised an eyebrow at Tibbits statement. Speed Demon looked around for the stereo.

Iron Cross requested, “Please come back to the reason why we are here?”

“Because each of you have special skills that could be beneficial to every one else.” Tibbits stated.

“Oh really?” Vixxxyn curiosity was up.

Setzer surmised, “So you need a mechanic? Huh?”

Gauntlet stared Tibbits down, “I’m listening.”

Speed Demon rambled, “Need MY speed? How much?”

Tibbits continued, “Recently several criminal mutant groups have decided to move into the tri county area. We need protectors from them. Thus you have been invited to form the Detroit Troopers”

Vixxxyn stopped in her tracks by the window. “Who’s WE?” She edged her self to sit on the sill of the bay window.

Gauntlet sat back in his chair, “How many are we talking about here?”

Tibbits answered the lovely lady, “As far as who “We” are. The local, federal governments have created a special task force to tackle the uprising. It is this task force that is funding the operation of this invaders. You will have the authority to act as any other office of law. Your team van is in the garage along with a few other vehicles for your use.

Gauntlet shook his head, “A van what kind of heroes drive a van. What about a kick ass jet?”

Iron Cross chuckled, “So we have the power to except bribes?”

Tibbits glanced at Iron Cross, “No bribes.” He continued with his invitation, “Jeves will take care of the house, food and any needs you may have.”

Vixxxyn asked, “Any Harley?”

Tibbits answered, “Yes Two.”

Vixxxyn jumped to her feet, “Where do I sign up and when do I start?”

Tibbits eyes ran her form, “Pick your room out Vix and you’re in.” He pulled his eyes from her and looked at Gauntlet, “At the airport. You can call for the helicopter to go to it.”

Questions of detail of was answered one by one. Tibbits ended on a final note, “Welcome to the Detroit troopers. You will have to set up your own pecking order of course.” Jeeves escorted the New Detroit Troopers to their new rooms.

Vixxxn took no time at all in finding her way to the pool after being assigned a room. She striped out of the armani suit into her bikini under things and dived into the pool.

A young man looked up from his work on the hot tub and stared at the near naked form of Vixxxyn. He shook his head blushing attempted to work on fixing the spa. His blue eyes kept slipping back to her as she lapped the pool.

Out of the water she emerged the silk of the thin material now translucent to his eyes. She smiled at him as she picked up a towel, “Stop drooling.”

Nial muttered, “Sorry ma’am” Vixxxyn strolled out the door as his eyes followed. Nial muttered, “I am sooo a major dork…” Vixxxyn turned at the door and flashed him the full length of her leg, chuckling as she walked away. Nial realizing his mouth hung open. He shut it, trying to get the vision of her from his mind as he worked harder on the spa.


Jeeves settled the new occupants into their chambers and went to check on the hot tub. “Nial have you got that fixed yet?”

Nial tightened the last bolt, “Yes sir.”

“Seems we have a house full again. Jeeves picked up the discard suit of Vixxxyen, “Nice sort this time. Make sure you are as helpful as possible to them.”

Nial nodded, “Yes sir”

“Go get cleaned up. We will have to clean up the buffet that child made a mess of the room speeding around like that.” Jeeves draped her clothes over his arm.

Tibbits voice echoed over the radio, “Are you ready for your first mission?”

Gauntlet replied into the mic, “What mission?”

Tibbits radioed, “Seems we have a few uglies that just got off at metro.”

Nial tucked his ear piece back into his pocket.

Iron Cross made his way to the garage and eyed the two bikes. He slide on the fully loaded and modified black Harley. The keys hung in the ignition. He turned the key and the cycle came to life. The garage sensors lifted the door open. Vixxxyn quickly dressed in something comfy(and tight), put her radio back on and headed for the garage, She slide on the smaller classic Harley and speed after Iron Cross.

Nial left the compound. He looked both ways as he ducked to safety. From his pocket he pulled out that Video Game Joy Stick, in a touch he called for his gear. Gauntlet climbed in the Porsche as Setzer hopped into the armored van, both tearing out of the drive.

A low flying metal glider in the shape of a bird of prey buzzed by Iron cross and Vixxxyn. On the board stood a figure. He was pale green skin, and pointy ears. His green eyes sparkled at Vixxxyn. The dark purple cape he wore fluttered in the wind. He streaked away laughing, “”AH HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA HA”

Vixxxyn hung a sharp left and hopped onto Jefferson ave, then south to 94 west! The traffic stoped on the expressway near the airport. Vixxxyn opened up the throttle and let the tires smoke as she drove along the shoulder. Iron Cross burn rubber besides her. Vixxxyn slide the hog between the rear bumper of the bacon wagon and the median wall and keep going.

Iron Cross yelled to Vixxxyn, “We have the same abilities as the police, so won’t tell about hot donuts.”

Goblyn’s cape bellowed in the wind making him look like a demon from the ages of old as he circled above the bikes.

“What the fuck is that above us?” she called out to Iron Cross. Vixxxyn exited at Merriman and headed south doing about sixty five. The green one flew down low giving a wink to Vixxxyn and salutes the others then flies back up laughing. Vixxxyn slammed on the brakes as she approached the baggage claim area. Iron Cross pulled in beside her. “What in the name of god just winked at me? It looked really F*ing weird!” she exclaimed. Vixxxyn took off her helmet and drew her sword. “Let’s dance with the devil in the pale moon light”

“LETS ROCK AND ROLL,” voiced Iron Cross

Vixxxyn spotted the green one circling down on her again telepathically she reached out to him, “Stop looking at me!”
Goblyn smiled as his wicked claws flash in the light. Gauntlet and Seltzer pull up. The Porsche a little scraped and the Van looked like it had been off roading.

A panic little man came running up to the assembled team. “Umm Are you The group we ordered?”

Iron Cross replied first, “Yes, What the hell is going on?”

“They are in the custom area.”

Vixxxyn instantly changed into an armored Victorian corset, thigh-hi leather boots and her hair goes from red to a deep shade of purple with a long red streak flowing wildly behind her. Goblyn gave Vix a wolf whistle.

“Custom stopped them and they got a bit pissed when they where ordered to open their cases. Now they have three custom guards and are ripping the place up.”

“Knock it off!” her tone becoming threaten, “I hate guys with green skin!”

Goblyn laughed once more “EOW! The kitty has claws”


Vixxxyn slide down the rail of the stair case as Setzer hopped over the escalator and run down. The green one surfed the air as he passed over the head of the others. The others ran at full tilt to the custom area.


Vixxxyn called out, “Little punks…come out and play…”

“Come out, Come out, were ever you are!” goblyn taunted

Sounds of crashes and bangs echoed to them.

“FRIgiNG A!” Screamed one man to another as he dodged a tossed chair. “You almost hit me.”

Vixxxyn spoke as she stepped around the corner, “If you little punks want I’ll start stripping but you have to come where I can see you!

Three huge men stood in the large room. One stood over three people cowering in the corner while the other two tossed items around.

Iron Cross moved in as he called upon his kinetic charge and released an array of iron crosses. They flew through the air to hit one of the terrorists.

Vixxxyn looked around for one of the little f*ckers, then fired off a fireball. The ball of flame soar through the air, past it’s target and continued down the hall behind him.

Goblyn licked his lips; his claws glint with an eerie blue light as he reached out, the light became a sliver orb, which caught on fire with a blue flame. He throw it at the one standing over the three people. Smoke erupted from it and begins to fill the room. He laughed, “HA HA HA HA HA!” as he charged the man. He swooped low and flew by laughing as he speed off down the hallway. An other stranger ducked as the green one buzzed over his head. He had red hair, Jade Green eyes, and pale skin. He was tall wore a black trench coat over sturdy boots, tough jeans, and silk shirt with red lace garters above the elbows.

Gauntlet opened up on the third guy sending energy bolt into him. The man staggered back look dazed.

Setzer jumped into the smoke and spun into a haymaker. He hit the man guarding the people. The man’s eyes narrowed. He stepped forward and grabbed The sleek little female and gave her a big hug.

“Let go of me!” She screamed as her breath started to leave her.

The battle roared. Vixxxyn fell unconscious as the new man went to her aid.

Gambler ” Y’all don mind if I cut in hea now do you?” Charges up a card and throws it at the guy molesting the lady.

The man growls, “Grrrrr, mind your own business.”

Gambler stepped up and kicked with a knife edge strike ” I dunno tink so.” He uses her as a shield; the strike hits the female with full force. ” Naow .. dat was just down right unmanarly of you. Naow dat ain’t no way ta treat somebody.”

“Guys playtime is OVER!” announced the man holding Vix. “Time to go.” He tossed the near dead girl at the gambler. The gambler stopped charging his card as he dives to catch the female. The man bolted through the team and ran. Gambler grabbed the girl loosing his footing and twisting to land on his back with her atop of him.

Iron Cross sword flashed as he attacked. One man crumbled to the ground.

Vixxxyn opened her eyes staring in to the gamblers, “Nice catch remy..”

Gambler spoke softly, ” C’etait mon plaseur cher .. are you ok ? Dey goen ta pay for dat .. I tell you “

Setzer throws another kick to the man standing. His foot reached out and hit him hard. He spun from the kick but stays on his feet. He quickly looks at the many foes and runs. He tries to gfrab his unconscious pal. As if one on mind, all at once everyone blasted the running man. He fell to the ground and quivered in his unconscious state.

Vixxxyn looked at the hallway now empty, “Damn why’d you guys let him get away?”

Iron Cross grinned, “To protect your ass my dear!!”

Gauntlet laughed, “Yes, you were a beautiful flying projectile.”

Vixxxyn turned walking away SERIOUSLY pissed off. “Up yours lover boy!
See if I show any of you any skin any time soon!” she huffed.

Gambler added, ” I shore don’ better afore now .. but we gots two of dem. Dat one got one nasty grip “

“Sure.” Iron Cross chuckled, “How about it Gambler your preyty good in a fight care to join?”

Gauntlet moved tot he frighten people, “Lets take care of the hostages.”

Gambler collected his luggage from the claim area and left in the van. What a stroke of luck. This must have been in the cards.