She had a tall and slender figure with large breasts as she looked to be in her late twenties in terms of age while her various features and style made it seem like she originated from more of a western culture island or that she liked that kind of style.
Patsy looked around the room before introducing herself. "I am Patsy Maddox. I was born in Ballywood Kingdom on a ranch owned by my family. I like guns, barbecued meat and horse riding.
I joined the White Storm a year ago after my family ranch started struggling and I had to find other ways to earn for the family. I ended up as a bounty hunter for some time before seeing opportunity in the White Storm.
I am a skilled shooter and I have an excellent quickdraw which has helped me as I joined the mercenary, bounty hunter and adventuring tasks that have been available."
Alfred nodded slowly as he took in her introduction while going through her documents. "It all checks out. One more perk of the tests you underwent was helping to identify your roles and personalities.
These are very important for your properly putting you in the right place and nurturing each of you. You will all find out that this position grants certain perks should you still be committed to the WSSTF. So Patsy…"
Patsy straightened her posture as she felt the authority coming from Alfred. "Yes! I accept but first what will be our duties?"
Alfred smiled in response. "Not bad. It is good to be cautious and to ask questions rather than jump in headfirst once especially if there is a tempting reward dangled in front of you. Nothing is given for free after all.
Your team will handle internal and external matters that require more covert action to investigate something or to combat more serious threats. Each of you have been selected for your unique skills to complement each other."
Patsy looked serious as she listened while the others behind her quietly absorbed the information. "So we are a special group that handles potential threats or other problems but we are not some hunting group? If so then I am fine with it."
Alfred looked over with approval in his gaze. "Now I can finish what I was trying to get to."
He moved to a table that was set up behind him where several boxes were located that seemed to be very sturdy and difficult to get into using force.
Alfred picked it up with ease as he brought it in front of Patsy. "Put in your birthdate."
Patsy looked confused before looking toward the box. "Oh…"
On it was a number combination lock which she began to adjust until there was a click.
She opened the lid of the box causing what was inside to be revealed.
Patsy's green eyes sparked as she looked down toward the contents. "My… how marvellous! Just to my taste!"
She reached inside as she pulled out a pair of modified revolvers that came with bullet packs and other equipment which she could secure onto her body.
Alfred went on to explain. "Everyone has something so do not be too jealous of each other. Each of these have been prepared for each of you to suit you but remember… they are still the property of the White Storm and cannot be sold or given away.
They are to aid you in your duties so please refrain from losing them or using them outside of your usual duties unless absolutely necessary. Maintenance, repairs and other things like restocks of equipment will be provided if required.
If you want special modifications or other equipment then requests can be made but they must be for you alone and there must be a reason for it, like requiring it for a specific task."
It was not yet finished as Patsy pulled out another thing from the box. "Is this what I think it is…"
Alfred quickly interrupted to explain. "Those in this special task force have great potential and already possess skills but certain… insurances are required. This is one way to increase your capabilities quickly but it comes with a cost.
You must decide for yourself whether you will accept or reject. If you accept… eat it now in front of me. If you reject… place it back in the box. It is possible to change your mind later but you may not get the same thing next time as there is limited availability."
Patsy wasted no time as she held onto the thing inside of the box and took it out.
She brought it to her lips before taking a bite from it. "Bleh! So gross."
It took her a little while to finish it all before trying to sense if there were any changes.
Her body started to transform as her feet started to shape a little more like hooves and her skin grew fur that was all white, with the only parts being different being her hair which remained dark green, and she grew a tail that matched her hair.
Her body changed more as her face grew out a small snout until her overall appearance could be identified.
Alfred nodded in approval. "This like the others, is unique. The personality tests along with various other questions related to your origins and what type of animals you like most helped to determine what you would get.
Miss Maddox got the pony model. It will work the same for each of you so choose wisely. Each animal has its advantages and traits while you will find that the powers granted are not so simple like most Zoan types you may have heard about or seen."
The special task force was something that was highly needed in the present as more things needed to be achieved while many problems could occur at any time.
It was even more needed since everything had become much more difficult to handle once everyone started splitting up.
Many followed those who left for the New World while some chose to stay in Paradise, and others decided to take other paths once their leaders were gone.