Targets in the Sand

Ben is the steady center of the team: a battle‑worn operator with a protective streak and a mind built for strategy under fire. His scars tell the story of someone who’s survived more than he talks about, and his leadership comes from experience, not ego. When things go sideways, Ben is the one everyone looks to.

Lole is a force of nature wrapped in muscle and grit. A breacher with explosive energy and a competitive edge, she hits every room like she owns it. Fiercely loyal and unapologetically intense, she’s the teammate you want kicking down the door beside you.

Felix is the heart of the squad, a medic with a warm voice and steady hands. He moves through chaos with a caretaker’s instinct, patching wounds and calming nerves even when rounds are snapping overhead. His Southern cadence and calm presence make him the emotional anchor of the team.

Echo is the quiet shadow on the ridge—calm, analytical, and unshakably precise. His expression rarely changes, but his mind is always calculating wind, distance, and danger. A sniper who speaks in actions rather than words, Echo is the definition of controlled focus.

Gina is the team’s explosive expert—sharp‑witted, playful, and deadly precise. Her Irish charm masks a razor‑focused mind built for shaping the battlefield. Whether she’s planting charges or cracking jokes, Gina brings energy and unpredictability to every mission.

Darren is a patient, watchful sniper with a prosthetic eye that links directly to his visor. He carries himself with quiet confidence, offering reassurance even in the tensest moments. His calm professionalism makes him a stabilizing presence—until the shot breaks.

Turner is the grizzled authority figure who’s seen enough war to recognize its patterns—and its costs. Stern but paternal, he leads with a mix of hard‑earned wisdom and unwavering command presence. His gravel voice and ever‑present cigar say everything you need to know.

Dexter is the nervous brilliance behind the screens, orchestrating drones, signals, and battlefield intel with rapid‑fire precision. Bald, sharp‑eyed, and always plugged into the tactical net, he’s the unseen force guiding the team’s every move.

Teresa is the quiet soul of the narrative—a compassionate psychiatrist whose gentle demeanor hides a deep well of resilience. Frail in appearance but strong in conviction, she becomes an emotional anchor for the team and a symbol of hope amid the violence.

They hit the battlefield in a tight wedge, each one covering angles the others leave open. Ben drives the formation with steady, battle‑worn authority, keeping the squad moving as one even when the sand turns chaotic. Lole pushes the pace with raw power and zero hesitation, her competitive streak always threatening to pull her a step ahead of the plan. Gina brings a spark of mischief and explosive precision, slipping between positions with a grin that says she’s already three moves ahead. Echo hangs back just enough to watch the angles no one else sees, calm and unreadable as he threads perfect shots through the chaos. Felix runs the middle, steadying the team with a medic’s instinct and a voice that cuts through panic. And through it all, Dexter’s voice crackles in their ears—nervous brilliance guiding them, correcting them, sometimes arguing with them, but always keeping them alive.