Operation Fortune: Ruse de Guerre 2023

The Theft of The Handle

A group of Ukrainian mobsters successfully steals a highly valuable device known as 'The Handle,' rumored to be worth billions. This audacious theft sets off a series of events that capture the attention of various stakeholders, including governments and high-profile arms dealers.

British Government Intervention

In response to the theft, the British government brings in Nathan Jasmine to recover The Handle before it ends up in the hands of the billionaire arms dealer Greg Simmonds. Nathan realizes he requires the expertise of a top-tier operator to assist in this critical mission.

Team Assembly

Nathan recruits the skilled super-spy Orson Fortune to lead the operation. Orson assembles a talented team, which includes hacker Sarah Fidel and specialist JJ Davies, creating a diverse and capable group to face the looming threats.

Quest in Madrid

The team travels to Madrid to locate the courier responsible for transporting the critical hard drive associated with The Handle. Their mission becomes more complex with the unexpected arrival of Mike, a rival who also seeks to reclaim the stolen device.

Important Data Copied

Amidst a tense situation, Sarah, the team’s hacker, successfully manages to copy the data from the hard drive. This crucial information sets the foundation for their future efforts to locate and reclaim The Handle.

The Gala in Cannes

The team discovers that Simmonds is hosting a lavish charity gala in Cannes. With the stakes heightened, they formulate a plan to infiltrate this high-profile event, aiming to gather intel and possibly recover The Handle.

Blackmailing a Movie Star

To facilitate their infiltration of the party, the team decides to blackmail Danny Francesco, a famous movie star. This clever maneuver is intended to create a diversion that will allow them to access Simmonds and his inner circle.

Undercover at the Villa

Simmonds invites Danny and Sarah's undercover persona, Michaela, to his opulent Turkish villa in Antalya. This invitation heightens the tension as the team prepares for a pivotal moment in their mission.

Infiltration and Subterfuge

Orson cleverly infiltrates the operations of the Ukrainian mafia, masquerading as a robber to assist Sarah in hacking their systems. Their efforts reveal the true significance of The Handle as an advanced AI with powerful capabilities.

The Exchange Goes Awry

During the tense exchange in Antalya, chaos erupts when Mike and his men ambush the meeting. This sudden betrayal leads to a violent confrontation that leaves several characters dead and results in the Handle being stolen once more.

Collaboration with Simmonds

Despite the upheaval, Simmonds expresses an interest in collaborating with Nathan's team. He reveals the potential buyers of The Handle and details their sinister plan to exploit its technology for financial gain.

Final Confrontation

Simmonds and Danny make a narrow escape from the chaotic scene, as tensions escalate to a breaking point. Orson confronts Mike in a climactic showdown, ultimately managing to take him down and recover The Handle.

Aftermath in Doha

Following the tumultuous events in Antalya, the team receives another job offer in Doha. However, they decide to take a much-needed break after their intense ordeal, highlighting the strain of their recent adventures.

Funding a Movie Project

Orson reveals that he has invested profits from the Ukrainian villa heist into funding Danny’s forthcoming movie about their thrilling escapades. This new venture creates a unique blend of reality and fiction, with Danny portraying Simmonds.