This story is based on the Rise of the Reds overhaul mod for Command & Conquer Generals. However, no knowledge of the game or mod is required to read the story.

Cancelled, terribly sorry.

The mission was simple; investigate the strange radio signal originating in Antarctica before any other military force could reach it.

The United States of America sent an aircraft carrier loaded with troops and drones.
The European Continental Alliance deployed their orbital mechanised infantry QRF as soon as they were within range.
The Chinese Red Guard simply packed a large ferry with as many soldiers, vehicles, and equipment as they could.
The Russians launched a fleet of cargo transport aircraft escorted by fighter jets.

Every single one of these units lost contact with their respective militaries at exactly 9:00 AM, on the 6th of August, 2045. Instead they found themselves struggling to survive in a world they did not recognise or understand, a world much different than theirs.

Can they go home?
Do they even want to?