Action: welcome back, I know I’m late but I just needed a break.
Kaiser: Let's say he’s been fighting some demons.
Ignis: If you call what he was dealing with demons what should I call-
L’Ark: You should keep quiet.
Action: We are at Arc three and surprise there is a time skip. That’s all you get for now.
Ignis: This Arc is longer than the previous one so, yay.
L’Ark: Thanks for the sarcasm.
Action: I’m sorry for everything being so late with all the holidays and working I kind of burned myself out and needed to rest. Now that school is in session I am very focused.
Ignis: Can we move on now *Sigh*
Kaiser: Action doesn’t own Pokémon, music links, and art if used.
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~Kaiser’s~
(Bloom Rondeau - Vanguard G)
All I can feel is the cold wind blowing against my fur. What am I chasing? Where am I? All I can see is flurries of snow. When I look around all I see is white, I can feel my feet crunch under the snow. Looking at myself I had dark fur. What is this? It was hard for me to walk and I was shivering. After moving for what felt like forever I could sense someone's presence.
“I’m sorry but you can’t come with me,” the voice came from in front of me. I don’t remember that from the other times I’ve had this dream.
“Dad, don't leave me!” I cried out. This has never happened before. I could see a pair of eyes staring at me. Is this a memory of mine? If it is, why am I able to remember now?
“Look for your mother. She’ll keep you safe,” he said. I then noticed the pair of eyes complexly vanishing in the snowstorm. That’s when I fell over completely. I couldn’t move, as if my body was giving up.
“Dad, why?” I cried out. Snow eventually covered my body. How did I survive this?
That’s when my eyes opened, the first thing I saw was three noiverns on my ceiling. So I’m awake. With my eyes adjusting I realized it was my poster of the Noivern trio known as Team: NTrio. The three brothers with exponential power have been an upcoming team with us heading into a new season. Finally adjusting myself so I could see my room more clearly, my dorm is more decorated than when I joined the academy but that would be a given when you spent the last five years here. Looking through my blinds it was still dark out. It is time for morning training. I decided it was time to leave bed and passed by my mirror. Looking at myself, I get annoyed as my hair is so unkempt and doesn’t like to stay put. Things were so much easier when I was a Zorua. Aside from my hair, I don’t look bad, though I should get dressed. I then heard a knock at my door.
“Kaiser, it’s almost time for training with Drayden,” Ark entered my room and froze. There wasn’t any expression on his face. Yet with him staring and me not dressed for the day I was getting embarrassed. His eyes dropped down and then he smirked at me. “Maybe you should handle that before we go train,” he chuckled as he closed my door. What does he mean by that? I then looked down and saw that I had a very stiff erection. This is very embarrassing. He must have thought I had a wet dream or something. I’m not impure. I then slowed down, remember Kaiser this is normal for your body especially since you turned twenty. Do not give in to your desires. I looked at myself in the mirror and it showed my cheeks were red. I quickly dashed to my closet and got myself some clothes to train in. It’s almost time for us to rechallenge Headmaster Ice. This time I feel like we can do it. It would be perfect timing since a new season is starting. Team: Iron won again this year making them have seven-time champions. This year all of that will change. Our team has been training and it is said that Opelucid City gym is one of the hardest to graduate from. We’ve been training with Drayden, we’ve taken on quests and learned some of Headmaster Ice’s tactics. After we take him down the world is open to use. I wonder what our elite scavenger hunt will be?
It didn’t take long for me to change into my gym clothes and tie bandages around my arms and legs for support. It’s something I didn’t grow out of. I then looked at myself in the mirror again and my hair flowed looking messy. Maybe I should tie it back? No, never mind, I like this look for me.
As I walked out of my room a Lucario was in the kitchen sitting at our island while a Ninetales was in the living room eating the breakfast Ark prepares for us every day.
“Looks like our leader has risen from his slumber. Did you have fun tugging your pole,” the red fox on the couch laughed. I blushed a bit but cleared my throat.
“I’d refrain from crass remarks as such, but I did sleep well last night,” I grabbed one of the stuffed croissants Ark made and started eating at the island beside Ark.
“Could you drop the pure boy act the two of us have seen you in action before,” Ignis side-eyed me from our couch.
“I have no idea what you are talking about,” I glared at him. I then sighed realizing an action of glaring was not one of a gentleman.
“Alright, you two it’s too early for this,” Ark chuckled. “These next few days are going to be fun,” Ark tried to lighten the mood, but he was right. Later today I’ll be going home to the orphanage alongside Reuben and Kenta to see all the kids. I haven’t seen them in five years, but I made sure to send letters. Ignis will be going home to his aunt and uncle. Ark didn’t mention he was going anywhere when I think about it. He doesn’t talk about his family much.
“All I care about is when we finally demolish Headmaster Ice. We were so close last time,” Ignis looked fired up.
“Once we master advanced tactics: Justice Beam we will be set,” Ark cheered. I nodded agreeing. The tactic Ark mentioned requires all of us to use a ball or beam attack that will combine to create a devastating ray blast against an opponent. However, whenever we use it, the moves combine and then explode instantly.
“We should get going, I’d hate to keep Drayden waiting,” I got up and cleaned my now empty plate. They all did the same and we exited our room. We were walking down the halls to reach the elevator and we hit the button for the training area.
(Blinded By The Light - FFXIII)
As the elevator descended I started to hear music. It was weird since the elevator never played music.
“Do you guys hear something?” I asked. The other two in their way signaled ‘no,’ I guess I’m crazy now. When I think about it I hear music at times when I shouldn’t. Let’s not dwell on it. The elevator eventually stopped and revealed one of the training rooms I’m familiar with. It was dimly lit and in the center of the battlefield was Drayden with his unreadable expression. We all walked onto the battlefield and Drayden acknowledged us with a grunt.
“Today will be your final training session with me,” how could he claim such a thing? We’ve been doing training with him individually and as a team for five years. “After you complete your individual training with me you are free to go about your day,” we all nodded. “Kai you will be my first opponent today,” Ignis and Ark walked off the battlefield to the benches.
“Why does Kaiser get to go first? So lucky,” the fox whined. Though he was mocking me as he normally does. I’ve come to learn he does it out of love. I then noticed Ark lightly tugged on one of the fox’s tails which he yipped in response. We have become like brothers in these years.
“Kaiser, get your head out of the clouds!” Drayden’s voice was full of authority and I turned my attention to him.
“Sorry, I’m ready now,” My hair started to flow with crazy waves. I wish I could control my hair but it never agrees with me.
“Come at me when you’re ready,” the large dragon had an offensive stance but it left little openings. My claws glowed white as I dashed towards Drayden. That’s when his Ax Jaw flowed a green-like color. He plans to counter my Aerial Ace with First Impressions. I Jumped up and transferred the power to a heel kick. Our two attacks clashed and using the momentum I tumbled forward and struck Drayden in the back his most vulnerable point. When I landed I tried to quickly jump back. Drayden swiveled around and this time his jaw glowed a dark brown and sliced me square on my chest. I was sent sliding back. Normally that would have ended the fight right there but I’ve gotten stronger. I think I’m strong enough to beat Drayden today. From my position, I unleashed a screeching scream and it was enough to send Drayden Stubling. His special defense stat is low so as long as I use special attacks like Hyper Voice I’ll be okay.
“Nice counter, but you’ll need more than little tricks to beat me,” Drayden’s voice was gruff. Time to show him a move that my teammates have been helping me with. I put my claws together and a blue ball started to form between them. It grew quickly and I launched it at the Dragon running my way. To my surprise, his jaw flowed dark brown again and sliced right through it. Not good, I need to think of something quickly. That’s when Drayden was in close range, his jaw and claws were both purple. That’s it, I hope I get inflicted with a status. My claws then glowed white again as I tried to counter all of Drayden's strikes.
“You’ve gotten stronger and faster. Let’s see if you can put the two together to beat me,” that’s when a tail that was also purple hit me in the side. Knocking me over. He can use Poison jab up to his tail, now that is new. When I got back to my feet my side felt numb and I looked down and saw some of my fur was purple showing I had been inflicted with Poison. Now this fight can kick into overdrive. I have a unique ability known as Malice. With each turn that passes and I’m under the effect of a status all my stats rise by one. Originally I had no clue how it worked but thanks to the help of Ignis and Ark we figured out my ability is quite strong.
“Drayden time to show you my true power in the short time I have,” putting my claws together again a blue ball formed and it grew to full size quickly. Launching it at Drayden he didn’t slice or anything he took the attack head-on. It was already hard to see in this room. Thanks to my vision it looked bright as day here, but the smoke from my previous attack got in the way. When it cleared I saw Drayden and he had visible marks of getting hurt but he looked unphased. How much more until he goes down? That’s when the old dragon let out an animalistic growl and a red aura glowed around him. Was he about to Outrage? That’s when more of my side felt numb. The poison is taking effect, I’m not in the best position right now. In a split second, he was in front of me unleashing an onslaught of strikes and I countered with Aerial Ace. I need to create space between him and me. I jumped back quickly as I clasped my claws together to form a blue ball again. Instead of unleashing the attack I used it as a shield and blocked Drayden. It caused an explosion and I took my chance to fall to the shadows. I could hear Drayden Growls as he was trying to find me.
“ORB what are my stats,” I whispered.
‘Currently, all stats are up by two, however, energy levels are reaching red. You are under poison status,’ I’m glad no one else can hear the voice but me. A recent update allows the automated voice to play in your ear like earbuds.
Now's my chance. My hair dropped down, covering one of my eyes as a shadowy purple aura left my body. Thanks to its secondary effect this will do double damage. I didn’t realize how strong the attack was, the whole battlefield frosted over as Drayden got cloaked in the shadow aura I released. As the aura fled his body he fell to his knees. I walked over to Drayden and he had a smirk on his face.
“Seems like Kaiser has finally bested me,” he let out a hardy laugh. “Well, you are free to go for the day. Give me thirty minutes and Ignis you will be up next,” I cheered and jumped. I instantly regretted it as I remembered the growing poison affecting my body. We have a bunch of medicine in our room so I can take care of it myself.
“Thank you Drayden,” I properly thanked him. “Ark, Ignis, I’ll see you in our room and I expect good news,” I smiled. I couldn’t contain my joy. I’ve come close to beating Drayden so many times and now it’s here.
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~Kaiser’s~
(Area: Planet Wisp - Sonic Colors)
I decided to load the truck. I decided two years back it would be easier to travel for a mission if we had a vehicle of sorts. It’s been useful outside of missions, Reuben has asked to borrow it in the past before. I didn’t let him until he got a license. I still remember when we were younger and it was back and forth between us. It’s the same now but we have a better understanding of each other. I don’t miss thoughts days as we are all mature now and I feel equal with my peers now.
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“Snow White!” My nickname caught my attention. I saw a Dubwool and Cinccino walk out with duffle bags.
“Kaiser, sorry you had to wait,” Kenta apologized. Over the years the Chinchilla has become more sensitive to others and very elegant. Not to mention he spent a lot of time studying in the library. They both put their bags in the back and joined me.
“Is there anywhere you want to go before we head home?” I asked both of them.
“Thumper wanted to check out Undella Bay but he wanted to go when you’re available,” Reuben chuckled as I could see Kenta Blush. Kenta has had recent problems that his desires shouldn’t be common knowledge and I understand the feeling but we are his friends. He shouldn’t be scared to share what he wants to do.
“Reuben, I told you before not to share my fantasies of delusion. After all, I’m happy to be with you guys to see the orphanage,” Kenta smiled but his blush was still visible.
“I told you it’s okay to lighten up, stop acting as if it’s troubling to do things you want,” Reuben gave the chinchilla a noogie. We all laughed as we got in the car, making our way to Accumula Town. I then got an idea.
“How about once both our teams get Master rank we’ll visit Undella Bay. It would be a great trip to celebrate us being one step closer to joining the Crystal Conference,” In the corner of my eye I could see Kenta’s face light up while Reuben slightly nodded. I returned my gaze to the road. It’s funny how we’ve grown up but there are traces of us from when we were teens. As it took us twelve hours to get here initially and that included bus stops, we should be back in Accumula Town in four hours. I can’t wait to see little Gil again, I wonder if he evolved. I’ve grown since I left to be five foot eight. Kenta is five foot two while Reuben is five foot nine. Ark is the tallest in our group being six feet, Ignis is five foot six, and Carter is five foot eleven. We didn’t have much to say during our trip. We did stop in Nimbasa City, Kenta wanted to see Elsa's latest fashion show, and we had to drag it out of him. When we initially stopped it was only to rest as Reuben doesn’t like being in vehicles for long. While we were relaxing Kenta was scrolling through his ORB and his face lit up when he saw Elsa was hosting a fashion showcase. Reuben saw and made a joke about it and Kena blushed. I was the one who said we should go and both of them looked alarmed. I guess I interrupted what had been happening between the two. They are going through some weird awkwardness and honestly, it’s cute. While we watched the show I could see Reuben glancing down to Kenta while all the outfits absorbed Kenta. We only spent two hours in town before we continued our way through to Accumula Town and made another stop in Nacrene City to stop at their Library. I wanted to find something on the History of Zorua which is native to Unova however my form is an ancient one from Hisui. However, Hisui no longer exists as it is now commonly known as Sinnoh. Before all of that, I should learn about Zorua’s. I borrowed a book on the history of Zorua and we continued to my home. It was the final stretch and it didn't take long at all. When we arrived the sun was slowly going down. It was around five in the afternoon and we left in the morning after our training. Not to mention we did make two stops. When we pulled up to the Orphanage there was a ‘Welcome Back!’ Sign above the front door. I got out of the truck and had a smile on my face. As we all went to the back to get our things, that's when a Gabite came running out the front door.
“Big bros you’re back,” I was surprised to be tackled in a hug from a dragon almost as tall as me. I then saw an Altaria walk out and alongside her were four other kids a lot fewer than when I was last here but that made me happy to know they were getting adopted. When Gabite let me go he ran up to Reuben and hugged him as well. I took the time to go over to Miss Biatres.
“Welcome back Kaiser, we have missed you and Reuben as well,” Biatres greeted us and the children hugged me as well.
“Glad to see you are doing well,” I picked up a kid as one climbed my back as if I was in a jungle gym.
“I was happy to receive both of your guys' letters. Hearing your adventures reminds me of when I was part of a team. Sadly my teammates are no longer with us,” she wore a smile remembering those times.
“Thanks for letting me stay here as well,” Kenta greeted with a smile.
“Of course, Reuben speaks so well of you in his letters how could I not let you stay here,” She motioned for us to follow her inside before Reuben could respond.
“You Cotton Candy bird, you must be senile in your old age!” Reuben was fuming but I could see the blush on his cheeks. Funny how he got older and he’s easier to read. I chuckled. We all decided it would be best for us to unpack before reconvening and connecting. Miss Biatress gave the three of us our room; funny enough, it was the old room I shared with Reuben growing up. I finished unpacking as I didn’t bring many things with me. I thought it would be good to change to something more comfortable. I changed into my training shorts and a mesh zip jacket with the school logo of ‘OC’ on it. I then noticed Kenta and Reuben were having a moment. This has been happening more often lately. Yeah we’ve been a friend group for five years and when we were younger they’d tease each but over time it morphed. I should go.
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~Reuben’s~
(Tera Raid Battle - V The Sad)A/N: Reuben’s theme second version
How does this keep happening? This needs to stop. Having emotions like this for Thumper, I could never. Plus I’m not like Snow White with him being a fairy, calm down. Kenta is in front of you staring at you. What does he want? Can time pass any faster?
“What’s on your mind?” he covered his mouth with one of his tails so his voice was muffled. I could see the blush on his face and I can’t deny how cute he looks. No this needs to stop, whatever this is. I got distracted today during training; it was his fault, and now Carter thinks he’s stronger than me. I can’t be mad at Kenta though no one can.
“Nothing, just thinking about how we will take down Headmaster Ice. Also thinking about our next quest,” I got up and patted his head. I need to put Kenta at arm's length. Care for him like a brother. I then noticed Snow White left the room. When did he leave? He must’ve left when he noticed Kenta and I were having another moment. That makes me angry. “Shit!” I let out a frustrated sigh. That’s when Thumper tried to grab my hand but I shrugged him off and left the room. Who does he think he is? I’m not gay and you shouldn’t grab my hand as if you are some little kid. I decided to head outside where no one could see me. Been a while since I practiced on this battlefield. I used to practice here all the time to let out some steam. Kaiser and I would train together and it would be back and forth between us. I called him by his name, that’s rare. I will never grow out of giving Pokemon nicknames. I decided to sit down in the center of the battlefield and reflect. Gaston said it’s good for one to meditate to clear the mind. The last five years have been fun and I thank Kenta and Carter for that. Though if they want me to voice it that’s another story. Balto is like the rough brother I always wanted. I see Kaiser as a brother but he’s more of a bookworm and doesn’t participate in group functions often. Kenta is the sweet younger brother I want to protect, as proven by the handful of times he had to be saved when we were younger. I can feel myself start to calm down. I decided to even hang out with Kaiser’s teammates and Ignis is cool too. He’s the only one who isn’t affected by his nickname: Hades. He and I tend to get into fights often mostly over stupid things. While L’Ark on the other hand I have to be in the room with someone else if he is present. I don’t hate L’Ark but there is a reason I gave him the nickname Gaston. Then we have Snow White, the brother who you see as a rival. The one you want to be better than, but once the fight is over want to care for. As much as I give him a hard time I do care. When I was younger I was a bit brash with the things I said. I may talk the same way but I think he understands the meaning behind my words. I sighed as I decided to keep up my rhythmic breathing. I feel more stable than before we left for the day. I no longer have Kenta invading my every thought.
“Why aren’t you at the table with everyone else?” I then fell apart as I recognized the voice. I opened my eyes and saw Kenta walking my way. “You are like a big brother to those kids,” Kenta’s voice was full of concern. That shattered the peace I had. I got up and was in a defensive stance. “You don’t need to say anything for me to know you want to fight,” he stood still as his fur lightly blew in the wind. I hate to admit it but Thumper looks cute like that.
(Planet Wisp (Act 3) - Sonic Colors)A/N: Kenta’s theme second version
“If you know me so well then you know,” I was then cut off as Kenta kicked me with his Icy foot. He twirled and hit me one more time. Finishing with an ax kick. It wasn’t enough force to knock me back but I was ready to counter. “Nice, Triple Axel seems like you are getting more fond of that move every day,” focussing all my energy on my head I blitzed Thumper. He didn’t have time to react as he landed from his previous attack. With my Zen Headbutt, I was able to knock him off balance. I took my chance and used the same attack again, smashing him into the ground. As I was about to make contact I was blinded by flashing lights and jumped back. Kenta got back up and brushed some of the dirt off his fur.
“Now I’m going to have to take a shower after this fight,” he complained a bit. While he was brushing his fur I saw he was wearing his silk scarf, so he came outside intending to fight me anyway. “Seems like I can keep up with our leader,” He smiled as he was now ready to fight again.
“I don’t need weaklings on my team Thumper. It would be a shame if you couldn’t keep up,” After we finished talking both of us had a red aura flared around us. Seems like our fight was going to come to an end quickly with us using Work Up. We continued our fight. Thumper has used Triple Axel, Work Up, and Dazzling Gleam. So his final move has to be Last Resort since he only Knows Light Screen during team training and he switches between Focus Blast and Dazzling Gleam. I jumped up and bounced high. Thumper didn’t flinch as he jumped up after me as I started to descend to the ground. He kicked me in the stomach, completely canceling my Bounce. He kicked me one more time before launching me back to the ground. I puffed out my wool using Cotton Guard to cushion my fall and it worked. Getting back to my feet Kenta was diving down at me cloaked in an aura of white. He’s trying to end this now? “Sorry but that won’t work,” I smirked as my wool grew out again as I used Cotton Guard one more time. His Last Resort came in contact with my Cotton Guard. With gravity on his side, he forced me to slide a bit until he got caught in my wool.
“I’m stuck!” He was surprised.
“Just what I wanted to happen,” I threw him back as he tumbled on the battlefield. Running at him I was cloaked in an orange aura. I’ve taken a fair amount of damage so this move should be very effective, add on it’s a fighting type move. I stomp on Thumper with my hooves. The area clouded in dirt kicked up from my previous attack. I jumped back from Thumper to give him some room.
“You win, I concede,” Kenta left the dirt cloud and he was covered in scratches from our fight. “I hope you got what you needed out of your system,” he wouldn’t look me in the eyes as if he was upset about something.
“Thumper, is something wrong?” I walked over to him. Shit maybe a fight wasn’t a good idea, nice work dipshit.
“Stay back,” his eyes met mine and it looked as if I hurt him more emotionally than physically with this fight. “I’m going to take a shower. I'm all dirty. The others were talking about getting Ice cream and I’ll pass, but you should join them,” he turned around to go inside.
“Kenta,” I paused. “Is something wrong?” I asked.
“You used my name. You’re all the same sour but sweet. I thought I escaped that with him out of my life,” he whispered, but I heard him loud and clear. What was he talking about? You dumbass you fucked up. All the thoughts ran through my head as I watched Kenta walk back inside the orphanage. He’s right, maybe I should join Snow White and Cotton Candy for their ice cream trip.
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~Kaiser’s~
(Towards the Goal of Hope! - Inazuma Eleven Go Galaxy)A/N: New arc three ending
My ORB screen popped up and it showed Ark was calling. Looking closer It showed he was calling both Ignis and me. I’m surprised as it’s practically bedtime and all the kids here are in bed. Knowing that Miss Biatres was asleep herself I left the room I was staying in and went to her office to which I accepted the call.
“To think our leader would be the last to join the call,” I was instantly mocked by Ignis. I can only imagine his smirk as this was only an audio call.
“If you could keep it down just a bit the wall in the orphanage is thin,” I scolded him in a hushed tone.
“No need to worry this will be a quick chat,” Ark reassured me. “As we know when we come together again next week, we’ll be challenging Headmaster Ice again so we can get master rank,” Ark explained why he called. I would think he wants to talk strategy and make sure we don’t fall off our training. How kind of him, he’s doing my job. However, I was going to give us a day to relax but Ark is more diligent than me so I can’t complain.
“So I have to train while visiting my aunt and uncle, lame,” Ignis sighed.
“We need to be ahead of the game if we want to qualify for the Crystal League this year,” I interjected and Ark agreed with me.
“Two tactics that will help us in this fight are our revamped version of Dark Night and Element Canon,” Ark explained. Element Canon relies heavily on Ignis and Dark Night relies a lot on him too.
“Yay, seems like I have to do the most work,” he sounded excited but both Ark and I knew he was being sarcastic. I trust he’ll keep up with his training plus there are a ton of duo tactics we can run in this fight as Headmaster ICe is no easy opponent. Our first time using Element Canon he took it head on but it only got him down to thirty percent remaining HP. I can feel it though we will pass. Plus Team: Basic is fighting Headmaster Ice two days after us. It would be embarrassing if we failed and they passed as we beat them in the Super rank tournament.
“If that’s all you wanted to say then I should be going,” I yawned.
“Yes, we can discuss further tactics later this week,” Ark agreed.
“Whatever, I’ll see you guys,” Ignis instantly left the call and I did the same. When my ORB screen went away I heard a knock on the door. When it opened I saw Gilbert.
“Hey Gil, were you looking for Miss Biatres?” I asked. I then realized he had a huge smile on his face.
“No, I’ve been looking for you as I have good news. I wanted to talk in private,” He then walked up to the desk I was at and put a letter in front of me.
“This is a letter from Opelucid saying you will be testing at their school next month to join the academy!” I was excited as he would be going through the exams at Opelucid to join the academy.
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Action: End on some good news. I hope you’re enjoying the start of the arc.
Kaiser: This is where the real growth starts.
Reuben: Hope y’all like my themes. In my opinion, mine are the best.
Kenta: Leader, you need to stop being full of yourself. *Sigh*
L’Ark: Some things are new while others are old at the same time.
Ignis: I feel like today was a slow chapter.
Action: Sorry, this chapter was hard to write as I had no energy, and the month's break from school was needed.
Kaiser: Don’t forget to fav, follow, and review
Kenta: We’ll see you next week.
Reuben: Bye.