Yeeeaaaah... This ones been sitting for a while. I'm having a bit of a writer's block with my other story, so I decided to publish this. Bit a talky chapter, and short, but it's a prologue! By the way, it ain't really necessary to play the games to understand the story, usually I tend to explain things in the bottom author note anyways and then if there's any other more questions don't be afraid to PM me.

It was one of those busy days in the Embassy district of the Citadel, where hours and minutes seemed to blur into one another, until the day itself became more of a jumble of tasks sorted into mental piles of finished and unfinished. High in the sky stood the Citadel Tower, two levels above, completely wrapped in tall one-way glass; contained five of the most respected leaders of the galaxy, who proudly and silently overlooked each other and tried to assert their dominance as best as possible. The meeting room they were in was plain and simple despite its importance and the only specks of colour were on the chairs, which shown who, would be sitting where. Sat on one seat, an orange one, was Councillor Tsunade, who was representing Tuchanka and its people, the Krogan. A woman who spent years rebuilding the respect of the Krogan and shown that once more, they could be allied forces and eventually gained a Council seat in recognition. Sitting on the purple, and representing the Salarians was Councillor Shikaku Nara, a man who is considered the smartest in the galaxy. On the green was Councillor Hiashi Hyuga representing Humans. On the red was Councillor Kakashi Hatake representing the Turians and lastly, was Councillor Mei Terumī, representing the Asari.

Right now, the lives of everyone in the universe rested on their shoulders. In the year 2186 a highly advanced machine race of synthetic-organic starships The Reapers invaded the galaxy and created mass destruction before finally being defeated by human Commander Hashirama, and today 125 years later, a similar threat posed. The Lost One's they are called, however their true name is a mystery to all; but that's not of importance. What is important is that this highly advanced race are coming; and when they do... People will die.

As a smattering of cars whizzed by the windows and disappeared in the distance, Councillor Tsunade sighed and tucked her blonde locks behind her ear for the eighth time.

"I've called you all to this meeting today to discuss world threatening matters, and I believe you all know what I'm talking about." Tsunade said to her audience. "We cannot put this situation under the rug any longer; The Lost Ones are coming, and we have to take action."

"And what do you suggest we do, Councillor Tsunade?" Councillor Shikaku was first to speak, his voice drawled in a deep velvety monotone, tracing his scars with a finger as he spoke.

"We form a team. It worked for Hashirama so why won't it work no-"

"Ha! A team? Oh yes, lets send a group of people out against a whole RACE!" Hiashi interrupted.

"It won't just be them, we'll send out alliances, assets, troops, whatever! This situation is no different from The Reapers!" Tsunade boomed, annoyed at the fact she got interrupted.

"But it is different... They are stronger." Councillor Terumi mused, watching the effect of her statement shiver through the Krogan.

"Which is why they won't be any normal team," Tsunade sighed. "We'll send one of our finest men or women; and I have already chosen one for us. Sasuke Uchiha."

"... as Captain." She finished.

"How dare you suggest that we put the fate of the universe in that abominations hands!" Councillor Terumi seethed, a usual shy woman.

"I understand that Uchiha is not the favourite choice of the Asari, but he is your best asset and he holds valuable information that would take us years to ever find! There's a reason he's simply known as The Informant."

"Sasuke.. Uchiha?" Councillor Kakashi questioned calmly, keeping himself composed through the meeting.

"Sasuke Uchiha, Asari, Age 349 and simply known as The Informant by the better population and the underground. He's the ruler of Omega which he built from the runes it once was. A man with a greed for knowledge, so deep that he'd even break into the beacon and try to steal from it; just to quench his thirst! He is a disgrace to the Asari race and he is forbidden to ever set foot on Thessia again!" Terumi remarked snidely.

"Once again, I understand Terumi, but he is the most smartest choice. Besides, I knew you would react like this, so I've also appointed one of my own as Captain too. Naruto Uzumaki, leader of Clan Uzumaki and one of the finest Krogan I've seen in a long time." the Krogan's voice was calm but the reassuring undertone made the Asari Councillor seize.

"I could appoint my son Shikamaru, a smart boy - a bit on the lazy side - but a smart boy." Shikaku replied. "However Uchiha and this Uzumaki would have to retrieve him themselves. He's on the planet Irune helping the sickly, apparently some plague..."

"I'll appoint my nephew Neji, finest Doctor you'll ever meet. I can appoint him right away. I can also let you have Hinata, it's about time the girl does something worthwhile."

"Maaah... and I guess I could give you Sakura Haruno, she's a bit of a firecracker though." Councillor Kakashi said reluctantly, regretting his choice of letting that girl on a ship full of men. But damn if she wasn't his finest.

With all but one confirmed, the rest of the council rested their eyes upon Councillor Temuri, waiting for any further protest. Seeing as there was none, Tsunade let out a long-held sigh of relief before proceeding with the documents of approval.

"With those six, that'll start the squad. We can rely on any other recruitment to the captain/s. Squad number, 7. Naruto Uzumaki, Neji Hyuga, Hinata Hyuga, Sakura Haruno appointed... Others, pending."

And with that, the council dismissed themselves.

Now instead of the usual outer appearances of the individual races, in this story they will have a human appearance. To distinguish which race a person is from, each race will have characteristics which help identify them. Examples:

Asari: People of the Asari race are very attractive individuals with various blue facial markings, e.g Sasuke has blue markings on his lips and underneath his lower eyelid.

Salarians: People of the Salarians race are known for their broad knowledge and tanned skin. They have green markings which run from underneath their eyes, down their cheeks before breaking apart to their jaw line. They also have wide pupils. e.g Shikamaru.

Krogans: People of the Krogan race are known for their brute strength and ability in combat, and well, lack of intelligence. They're usually identified by the colour of their irises which are usually a bright yellow, green or blue and small pupils. They can also now and again be identified by their multiple scars - but this a loose identification, e.g Naruto has a bright blue irises and a scar running across his left eye.

Humans: Well, humans...

Turians: People of the Turian race are known for their military experience and loyalty to help others. They are usually identified by various markings on their right eye and tall height, e.g Sakura has a pink marking running across her right eye and is three inches taller than Naruto.

If you want to see loose images of what they look like you can go on my deviantart which can be found on my profile. By loose, I mean they were drawn on Paint but are there to give you somewhat imagery.