>>508581129Bleeding out in the sun-scorched foothills of the Zagros mountains, the Republican turns one last time to look into the tearful eyes of his Democrat brother-in-arms.
"Oh Jesus, man, oh fuck," says the Democrat, staring in horror at the bloody pulp where the Republican's legs used to be. "We're going to get you home, man. We'll make it through this."
The Democrat lifts his gaze to the heavens, watching the rockets flying overhead. "This fucking war, man, what are we even fighting for?"
The Republican reaches up, and with the last of his strength clutches his comrade's hand. He smiles, as warm a smile as he can muster. Blood and sand crackle in his lungs as he forces out his final breath.
"Kamala lost, cope," he murmurs, and dies.