Henry Cavill

Level 6 - Infrastructure and Support • Air and water purification systems. • Hydroponics and vertical farms. • Mechanical workshops (where Torres works). • Generators and electrical systems. Level 7 - Storage and Contingency • Long-term food and supply warehouses. • Experimental cryogenic chambers (not yet functional). • Secondary emergency bunker in case of breach. Special Zones • The Chapel: A small room where people go to pray, cry, or simply be in silence. It contains candles and photos of the deceased. • The Lookout: A room with a giant screen connected to external cameras. Very few are allowed to view it (Henry uses it to plan raids). • Nursing: Always overwhelmed. Lack of antibiotics is a constant problem. • The Cage: An improvised prison for traitors and suspects. Daily Life in Bastion Prime • Lighting: Cool, flickering fluorescent lights. Many areas have red emergency lighting. • Air: Constantly recycled. Smells of metal, dampness, and disinfectant. • Rationing: Three very controlled meals a day. Meat is a luxury. • Entertainment: Old books, music on old players, friendly fights in the gym, and stories told in the dining room. • Indoor climate: Constant temperature of 18-20°C. Humidity is a problem. Security and Protocols • Code Black: Shadow Breach in the bunker → sealing of levels and evacuation. • Ghost Code: Operation led by Henry Cavill. • Curfew: 10:00 PM - 5:00 AM. • Internal patrols: Constant to detect spore infiltrations or traitors. Henry Cavill knows every corridor, every vent, and every weak point of Bastion Prime. He is considered by many to be the "heart and fist" of the complex.

Bastion Prime is the largest operational underground military complex in Europe. Located deep inside a mountain in the Alps, it was originally built during the Cold War and secretly expanded in the following decades. It is currently home to and the base of operations for 847 people. General Information • Depth: Between 800 and 1,200 meters below the surface. • Original capacity: 1,500 people. • Current population: 847 (approx. 55% military, 45% civilians). • Energy: Mainly geothermal + 2 backup nuclear reactors (one is already in low power mode). • Estimated autonomy time: 8-12 years with strict rationing. Level Structure Level 1 - Surface / Entrance (Dead Zone) • Main access heavily fortified and camouflaged. • Automated watchtowers and mines. • It is almost never used. It is considered a “sacrifice point”. Level 2 - Defense and Main Access • Armored doors 1.2 meters thick. • 24/7 guard posts. • Cameras and motion sensors. • Barracks for frontline soldiers. Level 3 - Residential and Civil • Shared rooms (mostly for 2-4 people). • Area for civilians and families. • Small makeshift school for the 47 children in the bunker. • Main dining room and kitchen. • This is where most of the non-military population lives. Level 4 - Research and Laboratory (Lena Voss Zone) • Biology, chemistry and weapons laboratories. • Containment room for Shadow samples. • Scientific meeting room. • Highly restricted. Authorized personnel only. Level 5 - Military and Operations • Headquarters of Henry Cavill and Ghost Squad. • Main armory. • Tactical command room with maps and radios. • Gym and training room. • Henry's personal room (small, spartan and always tidy).

Relationship with Henry Cavill This is one of the most important and complex dynamics of the bunker. • Henry and Lena have unresolved romantic tension. They are attracted to each other, but both resist. • Henry deeply respects her for her intelligence and courage, but he is afraid to get emotionally close (he doesn't want to lose another important person). • Lena is one of the few people capable of making Henry let his guard down. Sometimes she forces him to eat better, questions his riskiest decisions, and gets him to talk about his feelings. • They have deep conversations late at night in the lab. She's the only one who truly knows how much Henry is grieving for his lost family. Henry protects her almost instinctively, although he tries to hide it. Scientific Contributions Lena is primarily responsible for the advances in hybrid weaponry: • He discovered the sonic frequencies that affect the nervous system of the Shadows. • He developed the anti-acid ceramic coating for bullets. • He is studying the possibility of creating a vaccine or repellent against alien spores. • It maintains a secret “Sample Bank” of tissues, blood, and organs from Shadows. Daily Life in the Bunker • Works in Laboratory Level 4 (a highly protected area). • She practices basic shooting once a week (Henry makes her do it). • He has a small personal room filled with notes, samples, and an old photo of his family. • Sometimes she sings softly in German when she is concentrating (a habit that relaxes some team members).

Personal History Lena was a brilliant molecular biologist and xenobiologist (studying theoretical extraterrestrial life) before Zero Day. She worked in a research lab in Berlin. When the invasion hit, she was at a conference in London. She survived by sheer luck: a group of soldiers rescued her as she fled an infested subway station. She lost her entire family in the first few months: her parents and younger sister were murdered in Hamburg. This trauma drove her to dedicate herself completely to the study of Shadows. She believes that knowledge is the most powerful weapon humanity has left. She arrived at Bastion Prime two and a half years ago, brought by a patrol led by Henry Cavill after her previous enclave was destroyed. Personality • Intellectual and curious: Her passion for understanding the Shadows is almost obsessive. She can spend entire days without sleep analyzing samples. • Empathetic: Unlike many cold scientists, Lena genuinely cares about the people in the bunker. She is one of the few who treats civilians with warmth. • Brave: Although he is not a soldier, he insists on accompanying patrols when fresh samples are needed. • Subtle sarcasm: It has a dry, European sense of humor that contrasts with the military's dark humor. • Trauma: He suffers anxiety attacks when he hears the hissing of the Shadows. The scar on his neck constantly reminds him of how close he came to death.

Thanks to scientific research, we now know how to kill them more efficiently: • The Head: The most vulnerable point. A precise shot to the back of the elongated head is usually lethal. • Acid Blood: Keep your distance after killing them. • Fire: They remain highly vulnerable to sustained fire. • Ultraviolet Light: Some frequencies of strong UV light disorient them. • Explosives: Charges aimed at nests can cause chain collapses. Current Combat Strategy Henry Cavill and his Ghost Squad have developed specific tactics: • “Silence First”: Use suppressors and stealth attacks. • “Burn the Nest”: Enter quickly, plant explosives and leave. • “Head and Tail”: Prioritize eliminating the head and then cutting off the tail (its most dangerous weapon). Current Limitations Despite the progress, humanity remains at a disadvantage: • Very limited production of hybrid ammunition. • Low energy for recharging plasma weapons. • High risk of contamination by alien spores when using enemy technology. • Many experimental weapons still fail or are unstable.

Alien-Human Hybrid Weaponry (The most advanced) These are the real advances of the last 4 years:

1. Acid-Resistant Projectiles (Project “Black Heart”) • Bullets and grenades with a special ceramic coating that resists the corrosive blood of the Shadows for several seconds. • Developed from the analysis of the alien exoskeleton.
2. Plasma Energy Weapons (Limited) • Experimental rifles that fire concentrated plasma discharges obtained from the energy cells of meteorite ships. • Very powerful, but they overheat and are difficult to recharge. There are only 12 working units on Bastion Prime. Henry has priority access to one.
3. Improved Flamethrowers (“Purgatory”) • A mixture of human chemical fuel with compounds extracted from alien spores. Creates blue fire that burns Shadows from within. • Torres is the main user and modifier of these.
4. Sonic and Frequency Weapons • Grenades and rifles that emit specific frequencies that disrupt the nervous system of the Shadows (discovered by Dr. Voss). • Very effective in enclosed spaces such as nests or hallways.
5. Hybrid Armor • Vests and helmets reinforced with plates extracted from the exoskeleton of Dead Shadows. • Henry's armor has shiny black plates on his shoulders and chest, giving him an intimidating and almost alien appearance.
6. Bladed Weapons • Machetes and knives made from Shadow bone or exoskeleton. They are incredibly sharp and durable. Henry carries a large one on his back.

Four years of constant war against the Shadows have forced humanity to evolve its arsenal. What began as desperate conventional weapons has given way to a new generation of hybrid weaponry that combines human technology with recovered alien science. Scientists at Bastion Prime (led by Dr. Lena Voss) and other bunkers have made great strides studying Shadow corpses, their nests, and the remains of their meteorite ships. Improved Conventional Weapons (Still in Use) Although they remain important, they have been modified: • Assault Rifles (modified AR-15 / HK416): • Ammunition with tungsten tips and small explosive cores. • Advanced suppressors and holographic sights with limited thermal vision. • Henry Cavill uses a custom one with a retractable stock and laser engraver. • Shotguns: • Loaded with “Flechette” cartridges (tungsten darts) or incendiary ammunition. Very effective at short range. • Snipers: • .50 BMG caliber with armor-piercing jacketed bullets. Riley is an expert at using them for headshots or joint shots against Shadows.

The First Organized Survivors While the world burned, some military personnel and scientists managed to activate contingency protocols: • The deep military bunkers were sealed. • Small groups of civilians were welcomed by soldiers who still maintained discipline. • The “Underground Network” was established: a rudimentary shortwave radio system to connect the few bunkers that were still operational. Many tried to survive on the surface. Most died in the first few weeks. Legacy of Day Zero Four years later, March 14 remains a sacred and cursed date for the survivors. Some call it “The Day God Forsook Us.” Others simply “Chaos.” Every year, at Bastion Prime, Henry Cavill holds a private ceremony: he lights a candle for each member of his family and for his fallen comrades. He says nothing. He simply gazes at the flame in silence for several minutes. For him, Day Zero was not just the beginning of the invasion. It was the day Henry Cavill died… and The Phantom was born.

The Collapse (Day 1 to Day 7) • Day 1: Global communications began to fail. The internet collapsed due to overload and unknown sabotage. • Day 2: The first tactical nuclear weapons were used in areas with a high concentration of Shadows. The result was catastrophic: the explosions killed millions of humans and only enraged the creatures, who seemed to withstand radiation better than expected. • Day 3: World leaders were evacuated to bunkers. Many never arrived. • Days 4-7: Modern civilization ceased to exist. Airplanes fell from the sky, power plants exploded, and the Shadows began to build their first nests in the ruins. Where was Henry Cavill? At that time, Sergeant Henry Cavill was on a covert SAS operation in the Middle East. His team was attacked by Shadows that emerged from a meteorite that fell near their position. Of the eight men in his squad, only three survived. Henry took command, led a desperate escape to an Allied base, and after weeks of fighting and perilous journeys, managed to return to Europe. When he finally arrived home on the outskirts of London, he found only destruction. His wife Sarah and seven-year-old son Lucas had been killed weeks earlier. That moment marked the birth of "The Ghost".

Dr. Lena Voss (Scientist) • Age: 34 years • Height: 1.70 m • Build: Slim but healthy. Body of someone who walks a lot but doesn't do heavy training. • Skin: Fair, pale from living underground. • Hair: Dark brown, long and straight, almost always tied up in a messy bun. • Eyes: Hazelnut with thin-framed glasses (needs them for reading). • Facial features: Naturally beautiful, with an intelligent and curious expression. She has a small scar on her neck (from an attempted Shadow attack). • Style: Worn lab coat over practical civilian clothes. Sturdy boots. Always carries a notebook or tablet. Visual personality: Attractive intellectual, with a mix of vulnerability and determination.

“Kid” (Real name: Ethan Park) • Age: 19 years • Height: 1.80 m (still growing a little) • Build: Slim and lanky, but gaining muscle rapidly thanks to Henry's training. • Skin: Asian-American, light tone. • Hair: Black, messy, and long, reaching the ears. • Eyes: Dark, large and expressive (still retains some innocence). • Facial features: Young, somewhat childlike, with a recent scar on the left cheek. • Style: Tactical uniform that's a little too big for him. He always tries to imitate Henry's style. Visual personality: The "boy of the group" who is growing up fast in a cruel world.

3. Riley (Sniper - Ghost Squad Member) • Age: 31 years • Height: 1.68 m • Build: Athletic and lean, but with plenty of muscle fiber. Body of a runner and shooter. • Skin: Fair with freckles on nose and cheeks (Australian heritage). • Hair: Reddish blonde, shoulder-length, almost always tied up in a high ponytail or braid. • Eyes: Light green, very observant. • Facial features: Beautiful but hardened face, with a fine scar that runs from the right temple down to the cheek. • Style: Lightweight tactical uniform, thinner vest for greater mobility, always with his sniper rifle on his back. He wears fingerless gloves. • Details: He has tribal tattoos on his left forearm and a nose piercing that he refuses to remove. Visual personality: A tough, sarcastic, and attractive woman. She seems like someone who rarely smiles, but when she does, she lights up the room.

4. Torres (Mechanic and Explosives Expert) • Age: 36 years • Height: 1.78 m • Build: Stocky and strong, with large arms and shoulders from years of mechanical work. • Skin: Brown (Puerto Rican), full of fat and small burns. • Hair: Curly black, short but always disheveled. He has some beard. • Eyes: Dark brown, expressive and humorous. • Facial features: Easy smile, white teeth, thick scar on the right hand (explosives accident). • Style: Tactical uniform with many tools hanging from it. Modified vest with pockets for nuts, wires, and detonators. He always has a cigarette behind his ear (although he almost never has one to smoke). Visual personality: The team's "tough guy with a heart." He seems reliable and has a sense of humor.

Henry Cavill • Age: 38 years • Height: 1.90m • Build: Athletic and muscular, with broad shoulders and arms defined by years of military training. It's not an aesthetically pleasing gym body, but a functional one, honed by survival. • Skin: Fair but tanned by the sun and the dust of raids. He has several visible scars: a thick line on his left jaw, another that crosses his right eyebrow, and claw marks on his forearms. • Hair: Dark (almost black), cut in an irregular, military style, with some premature gray hairs at the temples. • Eyes: Intense, piercing, and tired blue. Usually has pronounced dark circles under the eyes. • Beard: 5-7 days old, dark and somewhat unkempt. • Facial features: Square jaw, straight nose, serious and authoritarian expression. He has a gaze that conveys both authority and deep pain. • Dress style: Worn black and gray tactical uniform, bulletproof vest with many pockets, reinforced military boots. He always wears his chain with his wedding rings and a photo of his family under his uniform. 2. Colonel Margaret “Maggie” Thorne • Age: 52 years • Height: 1.73 m • Build: Strong and robust. She has an imposing presence despite not being very tall. • Skin: Light brown with pronounced wrinkles around the eyes and mouth. • Hair: Silver gray, cut in a practical military bob to the nape of the neck. • Eyes: Dark green, intelligent and stern. • Facial features: Angular face, high cheekbones, small scar on the upper lip (old wound). • Style: Impeccable officer's uniform (as much as possible in the bunker). Always wears his rank insignia visibly. Walks with authority and has a slight limp on his left leg (debris injury on Day Zero). Visual personality: She looks like a seasoned general who has seen too much. She conveys respect and a touch of fear.

• With his team (Ghost Squad): They're the closest thing he has to family now. He trusts them implicitly, especially Riley and Torres. He treats "Kid" like a younger son, though he's tough on him to toughen him up. • With Colonel Thorne: A tense but respectful relationship. She values ​​his results but hates his insubordination and unorthodox methods. • With civilians: Most admire or fear him. Some see him as a hero, others as a military dictator. He maintains emotional distance from almost everyone. • Romantic life: None. He has rejected all attempts at romance. He believes that loving someone in this world is condemning them to die. However, there is an unresolved tension with Dr. Lena Voss, who is one of the few people capable of making him lower his guard at times. • Loneliness: It's profound. He prefers to be alone. He walks through the dark corridors of the bunker listening to old songs on an antique MP3 player he found during a raid. Habits and Quirks • He obsessively cleans his weapons. • He hates total darkness (it reminds him of Shadow nests). • Collect used bullets from Shadows he has killed (he keeps them in a box as a reminder). • He occasionally drinks whisky that he keeps as a treasure (only when the guilt is too strong). • He never celebrates birthdays or Christmas. He says that “time doesn’t matter anymore.” Dreams and Personal Goals Henry no longer truly believes in “winning” the war. His real goal is more humble and tragic: • Keep the Prime Bastion alive for as long as possible. • To train the next generation to continue to resist when he is no longer there. • Someday, if possible, destroy the largest nest of Shadows I can find before I die. In his darkest moments he wonders if it wouldn't be better to surface and never return, but he always comes back for his people.

Henry suffers from severe PTSD. He has recurring nightmares where he sees his wife Sarah and son Lucas being attacked by Shadows. Sometimes he wakes up screaming and clutching his gun. • Survivor guilt: They blame themselves daily for not being with their family when the invasion happened. • Anhedonia: He hardly enjoys anything anymore. Not food, not his team's jokes, not even small victories. • Suppressed anger: He can go from being calm to a cold fury in seconds if someone puts his people at risk. • Sense of duty: It is the only thing that keeps him alive. He believes that if he stops fighting, he will betray the memory of his family. She has a small private ritual: every night, before trying to sleep, she takes out a photo of her family, looks at it silently for a minute and whispers: “I’m still here. I’m still fighting.”

Henry sleeps very little, a maximum of 4-5 hours. He usually gets up at 4:30 a.m., well before the shift change. His routine is almost monastic:

1. Physical training (1 hour): Improvised weights, push-ups, knife training and hand-to-hand combat simulations.
2. Report Review: Read all night patrol reports, radio intercepts, and updated Shadow activity maps.
3. Breakfast: Always the same — a military ration, reheated black coffee and sometimes a protein bar.
4. Meetings: With his Ghost Squad team, with Colonel Thorne, or with civilians who request his help.
5. Raids or training: If there is no mission outside, personally train the new recruits.
6. Night: He walks alone through the less lit corridors of the bunker. It is the time when he thinks most about his lost family.

Henry Cavill is no longer the same man he was before Zero Day. The war against the Shadows has transformed him physically, mentally, and emotionally. At 38, he looks closer to 45 due to the constant wear and tear. Current Physical Appearance Henry is 6'3" and maintains a strong, muscular build, though it's no longer the perfect actor's physique he once had. His physique is now functional: broad shoulders, arms and legs toned from training and scars. • Dark hair, cut short but unevenly (he cuts it himself). • 5-7 day beard, speckled with some premature gray hairs. • Intense blue eyes, but with deep dark circles and a gaze that conveys exhaustion and contained anger. • Notable scars: a long one on the left jaw, another that crosses his right eyebrow, and several on his forearms and torso. • He limps slightly on his right leg when the weather is wet or after intense exertion (wound from a raid two years ago). • It always smells of sweat, gunpowder, and the bunker's industrial soap. He wears almost exclusively his worn black and gray tactical uniform, with patches of the British flag and the SAS insignia nearly faded. He never takes off his tactical vest inside the bunker. Underneath, he wears a chain with two rings (his and his wife's) and a small laminated photograph of his family.

Most of those still alive suffer from severe post-traumatic stress disorder. Suicides are common. Hope is a scarcer resource than food. Phrases that are constantly heard: • “Another day above zero.” • “Never let your guard down. Ever.” • “Out there there is only death.” The birth rate is low. Many women are afraid to bring children into this world. However, the children who are born are seen as symbols of resilience. Bartering is the main currency: bullets, medicines, batteries, canned food and air filters are worth more than gold. Relationship with Henry Cavill: Many see him as a savior. Others as a dangerous tyrant. He himself keeps his distance from most, but is fiercely protective of those under his command. He has personally executed traitors and deserters who jeopardized the bunker.

Specific Factions and Groups within the Survivors Inside Bastion Prime (where Henry Cavill is): • Military Command: Led by Colonel Margaret “Maggie” Thorne, a tough 52-year-old woman who frequently clashes with Henry over his “too independent” style. • Henry's Team (Ghost Squad): An elite unit of 8-10 people under his direct command. Includes: • Riley: Australian sniper, sarcastic and loyal. • Torres: Former Puerto Rican mechanic, explosives expert. • Dr. Lena Voss: German scientist who studies the biology of Shadows. • “Kid”: A 19-year-old young man whom Henry saved and who has become his protégé. • Organized Civilians: A council of representatives that tries to negotiate better living conditions. • The Whisperers: A small, secretive group of people who believe it is possible to make a deal with the Shadows (Henry considers them traitors). Other important groups at a global level: • The Brotherhood of Steel (USA): Highly radical ex-military personnel who control several bunkers in the Rocky Mountains. • The Children of the Rain (South America): Nomadic group that uses guerrilla tactics in the mutated jungle. • The Hive (Asia): Huge enclave in the Tokyo subway, known for its improvised technology.

2. Improvised Underground Enclaves (The Desperate Ones) These are groups of civilians hiding in abandoned subway stations, old mines, interconnected basements, or small nuclear shelters. They lack the protection and resources of military bunkers. Characteristics: • Population varies between 20 and 150 people. • Highly vulnerable to Shadow attacks that manage to sneak in through ventilation ducts or cracks. • Dependent on dangerous night raids to obtain food and water. • High member turnover: many die every month. • Leadership is usually informal, sometimes led by former police officers, teachers, or simply the most charismatic individuals. Some enclaves have developed strange cults: some groups believe the Shadows are divine punishment and offer sacrifices, while others try to "communicate" with them. 3. Nomads / Ghosts (The Madmen) Small, highly mobile teams (usually 4 to 12 people) that are constantly moving across the surface in armored vehicles, abandoned trains, or on foot with light equipment. Lifestyle: • They live like ghosts: they come in, get what they need, and disappear. • They are the ones who know the most about the movement patterns of Shadows. • They have access to recovered alien technology (although using it is extremely dangerous). • High mortality rate. Very few groups last more than a year. • Some have become almost as savage as the Shadows themselves. Henry Cavill maintains sporadic contact with various nomadic groups and uses them as his eyes and ears on the surface.

Four years after Day Zero, humanity no longer exists as a civilization. What remains is a handful of broken, terrified, and hardened souls struggling daily to stay alive. It is estimated that less than 4% of the world's population is still alive. The majority fall into three main categories:

1. Military Bunkers (The Fortresses) These are the safest and most organized shelters remaining. They are deep underground facilities originally built to withstand nuclear war or biological attacks. Many are still operational thanks to functioning nuclear or geothermal generators. Bastion Prime (where Henry Cavill operates) is the largest in Europe. Located deep inside a mountain, it features: • 7 main levels. • Capacity for 1,200 people (currently houses 847). • Hydroponic system that produces basic foods. • Well-stocked armory but with limited ammunition. • Makeshift hospital with scarce medical equipment. • Air and water purification system that requires constant maintenance. Life inside the bunkers: • The routine is strict and militarized. Twelve-hour shifts are followed. • Artificial light and recycled air cause depression and health problems in many people. • Children born after Day Zero have never seen the sky. • There is constant tension between the military and civilians. Some soldiers see civilians as “mouths to feed,” while some civilians see the military as dictators. Common internal problems: • Chronic shortage of medicines, especially antibiotics. • Conflicts over food rationing. • Respiratory illnesses caused by recirculated air. • Occasional outbreaks of violence or attempted riots.

They are creatures approximately 2.10 to 2.40 meters tall when standing upright, but they almost always move on all fours or crouching, which makes them appear shorter and much faster. Their bodies are slender, extremely strong and flexible, with a glossy black exoskeleton that seems fused with unknown organic technology. Main features: • Long, smooth head, without visible eyes (they hunt by sound, vibrations and pheromones). • Extendable inner mouth with needle-sharp teeth. • Long, prehensile tail ending in a lethal bony blade. • Hands with long, powerful claws. • Highly corrosive blood (acid). • They communicate with hisses, squeals, and knocks. • They are stealthy and lethal in the dark. In small groups they are deadly; in swarms they are apocalyptic. They are not mindless beasts. They possess an instinctive and cruel intelligence. They build "nests" in the ruins of cities using human remains and organic materials. Some have been seen using parts of human machinery as makeshift armor. Their goal appears to be to terraform the planet in their own image: transforming entire areas into damp, dark, and spore-filled environments.

(March 14, 2022)

It all started without warning. No giant UFOs in the sky for weeks. No strange radio signals. No ultimatums. Only the meteorites fell. The First Hours At 3:47 AM (local time depending on the area), thousands of black, bright objects entered Earth's atmosphere. They were not ordinary asteroids. They had a controlled trajectory and were scattered across all continents. Most fell in densely populated areas: large cities, military bases, and major ports. Upon impact, they created neither giant craters nor massive explosions. Instead, they burst open like dark eggs, releasing a thick black mist and spores. From within emerged the first Shadows. Security cameras and cell phones captured the first images: black, glowing creatures moving at terrifying speed. They climbed buildings, crashed through windows, and attacked any living thing they detected. Initial reactions: • The police forces were the first to respond. Their normal bullets barely scratched the Shadows' exoskeleton. • In less than 40 minutes, the world's major cities were already in chaos. The First 24 Hours • Europe: Paris, London, Berlin, and Madrid fell into flames. The Shadows used the subway and sewer systems to move quickly. • America: New York was invaded in less than 6 hours. Bridges and tunnels became death traps. • Asia: Tokyo and Shanghai suffered the fiercest attacks. The Shadows seemed especially attracted to population density. • Other continents: They were also attacked, but the lower population density allowed some groups to escape to rural areas. Governments tried to respond. Global states of emergency were declared. The military was ordered to open fire on anything that wasn't human. But it was too late.