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Al-Warth, The beginning ...A realm of gods and beasts, light and dark , past and future…A Perpetual dream with no awakening…The land absorbs the feelings of its people , and the fruit of wisdom ripens in its trees… Hovering between life and death, unbeknownst to anyone, the world turns… All in the name of Ende , God of Wisdom.  A young warrior now sets out in the land of battle, in search of a lost friend and to find the truth of this world.  When Roxas had awoken, he had found himself in a strange unknown world, which was odd because he should have been one with Sora. But instead he was here, in a world where the sky was instead of its normal blue it was more of a mix of blue and green. He could feel magic flowing through the air, the ground , and even in the plant life itself.  He noticed that some of the trees themselves bore fruit, unique in look. Roxas went to try one, taking a bite. “ Odd “ he thought to himself, noting the fruit seemed to lack any form of taste and flavor.   “I wonder if you’re here as well, Namine” He thought to himself, and through their unique connection he began sensing her out, looking for any sign of her presence. “Found you” he said, a smile forming on his face. While it was rather faint and quite a long distance away it was definitely her. Roxas then raised his hand to form a Dark Corridor….but nothing happened. “ The Hell”  he thought confused trying again, but nothing happened. “What's wrong with my magic ? ” he said aloud as he tested out to see if his other magical abilities were still intact.  He tried everything but nothing would work, he even tried calling his Keyblades Oathkeeper and Oblivion, but nothing manifested, or rather something was preventing them manifested. It wasn't as if they were gone, as Roxas could still feel his connection with them, they were a part of him. So this left him with quite the conundrum on what to do.  As now he had no way of defending himself, and the only way to reach Namine was currently on foot, and from what he could sense she was likely on the other side of…wherever this world was called.   “-Sigh- Might as well get moving” He thought as he started walking in the closest direction of Namine’s Aura, hoping to at least eventually find some form of civilization and get some information about this place, or else he would be stuck wandering around aimlessly, and he didn't need that.  Eventually night had fallen and Roxas was still currently exploring his current location hoping to find some form of town, but he had no luck so far. Instead he soon found himself of rather odd sight. It appeared to be an ancient temple long since forgotten to time. Many of its structures were starting to fall apart, cracks on the walls and the plant life was expansive and overgrown. But inside Roxas could sense a great power, a dark power coming from the inside. Bracing himself he pushed the doors to the temple open and discovered a shrine dedicated to what appeared to be a Dark Knight. In the Middle of the Room were three things, The First was what appeared to be a small purple and black book or rather a book like device. The book's title was Jaaku Dragon. The second item was a rather aggressive looking blade embedded in stone. The Hilt of the blade was primarily purple in color with a gray circular emblem in the middle with two blood red lines going across the gray circle with points in the middle looking like fangs. The blade itself was jagged along both sides, and seemed to be made out of an unknown gold material with a gray metal strip in the middle of the blade. Stopping half way where intricate runes ran along the rest of the sword. And the third and most impressive item before him was the over 100 foot tall Mecha standing above him, covered in cobwebs and dust having not been touched in what seemed to be years. It was primarily blue and black in color. The crest upon its head waa black with three green gems adoring it. Similar gems were embedded in its shoulders,  one in both its wrists above where its retractable blades sat, another was located in the chest.  Its knees were both covered by blades . Sat upon its shoulders were a pair of black pauldrons both angular and jagged. Upon its back was a striking red cape, and lastly in its hand was a longsword, currently sheathed awaiting the day where it would be drawn once again.  “What is all this? “ Roxas asked aloud, not really expecting an answer until a voice that echoed all around him answered.  “This child of void, is a shrine dedicated to me, The Dark Knight once known throughout all of Al-Warth as Calibur”   said the voice, sounding quite old and wise. But also a tad distorted.  “Al-Warth?” Roxas asked   “Yes Al-Warth is the name of this world, that we both now reside in “ The Voice explained “ And now I fear that it is in danger once again,”  it said despondently clearly saddened by the apparently current events happening in the world  “What you mean by in danger” Roxas asked honestly a little confused   “A Great Evil is rising up threatening to disrupt the very foundations of the world itself, A being known as Doakdar and his “Pet” the Dark Dragon. “ The voice said gravely “ He has already gained control over Mount Sokai, the cornerstone of this world and if he is allowed to continue everyone will die, and that cannot happen. “   “I agree, but what exactly can we do?” Roxas asked “ I mean you're clearly a ghost, and I'm currently without access to my magic or to my Keyblades” he explained getting the Spirits attention at the mention of his Keyblades. “ Child of Void, you are one of the Keyblade's chosen wielders ? ” It asked in complete shock “Yeah, I guess so, i'm still not sure why it chose a nobody like me to be honest with you” Roxas said humbly “There are people much more deserving of it than me”  he said getting a chuckle from the spirit, as it appeared before him, its voice coming in much more clearly. The Spirit was humanoid in shape, but lacked any facial features visible and was purple in color, and seemed to be made of darkness.“That's likely why it chose you, that humility of yours Child '' The spirit said, getting a good look at him, as if it was looking through him so to speak “ Ah I see, so that's the issue” the spirit said before addressing him once again. “You said, at this moment you can't access your keyblades or any of your magic, yes?” “Yeah that's right” “Well my dear boy, allow me to explain why. The Magic in Al-Warth is rather unique in the fact that it all comes from nearly all one source. Ende The God of Wisdom” The spirit explained “It's his magic that permeates the land, so most forms of outside magic are limited in various ways. And it seems at least for right, until you get stronger  or someone removes the barriers upon you, your magic usage is limited “ The spirit explained making Roxas frown  “And how am I supposed to do that exactly, I have no weapons, and currently the only magic I have access to is my connection to someone…..important to me “ he said blushing slightly, getting a chuckle from the spirit as it was blatantly obvious on what Roxas’s feelings were.  “Well then child, It's lucky I have a solution for you then” it said with a smile in its voice. “You shall be the next Calibur” it said  “Wait seriously, how?”  “First pull the Ankokuken Kurayami from the stone, and then open Jaaku Dragon to its introduction page” The Spirit explained “The sword should come loose for you”  he said as Roxas pulled the blade from the stone unleashing a wave of Darkness that shook the very temple itself.  Then he did as instructed and opened the book and it spoke JAAKU DRAGON:   A legendary fairy tale of a swordsman chosen by the Ankokuken Kurayami and an evil dragon… “Well that's not ominous “ Roxas snarked  “Good now close it and place it toward the based on the blade “ he instructed  “All Right” Roxas said doing as asked as the book spoke once more  “JAAKU READ” it said as a belt formed around Roxas’s waist  “Now place the book the CaliberDriver, and the slam the hilt of sword on the top of Driver” the spirit ordered as Roxas nodded  “ Ankokuken Kurayami! Get go under conquer than get keen. Jaaku Dragon!   Darkness translation! Stealing the light, the jet-black sword ruthlessly rules the dark dragon!  The Book Shouted out as The Jaaku Dragon itself appeared before Roxas and looked him over before nodding in approval. It then spun around him getting faster and faster before consuming him into a dark fire.  Once the fire had subsided Roxas was gone and in his place was a Knight, that was primarily purple and black in color, with gold accents going along the sides of the black parts of the armor. On the left shoulder was a pauldron that resembled the head of Jaaku dragon, it was black instead of purple. The Chest Piece was silver in color along with a jagged yellow crest in the center. The Visor resembled the emblem on the Hilt of its Sword, with the left side having an extended piece on the side. The right shoulder Pauldron, unlike the left, resembled the chest plate more. And  on top of the head was a horn resembling the blade of the Ankokuken Kurayami. “You, child are now the new Calibur, The New Dark Knight of Al-Warth, Protector of the weak and slayer of all those who stand in your path. “ The Spirit Said happily as Roxas took a few swings of his sword and moved around the room getting a new feel for his armor. Said Armor was surprisingly, putting no pressure on his body and yet Roxas could feel the dark power flowing through him. “This is amazing” he said “I feel almost unstoppable “  This made the spirit laugh “ I remember that feeling all too well” He said “ Now Child, on As Calibur, you are now the pilot of this machine right here. It is known as the Vaisaga and it shall be one of your greatest tools in this world, As the Armies of Doakdar are not just armed with foot soldiers but also, machines of war known as Mashin. “ he explained  “ when fighting on foot, becoming Calibur should be enough….but when encountering a Mashin call of the Vaisaga, once inside it shall feed send the knowledge on how to control directly to your mind.” he said as ordered Roxas to hop inside and reactive the long dormant machine. Once inside, Roxas took a seat and with the spirits help pressed a few buttons and activated the mech, as soon as Roxas touched its controls his mind was flooded with immense knowledge on the machines ins and outs. Soon he was registered as the Vaisaga’s new primary user as Roxas noted there was a second seat behind him. “That seat would be for any potential co-pilot” the spirit explained “they would primarily assist you in regulating the Vaisaga’s output or supplying you with extra magical energy should you manage to activate the Vaisaga’s mana engine’s max potential . But for now, half power should suffice “ he said  “Roxas” the spirit said “ As the New Calibur, your mission as of today is to protect the innocent of this land, find your friend and put an end to Doakdar” he said getting a nodded from the nobody “Don't Worry, i won't let you down” Roxas said before yawning clearly tired  “Why don't you get some sleep in Vaisaga” the Spirit suggested “And then in the morning, ill point you in the direction of the nearest village.” “Yeah I'll do that “ Roxas said as he untransformed and promptly fell asleep.  
MEANWHILE
 At the same time, in a different far off Temple currently resided two beings, A Young Mage and a magical creature both were former members of The Keepers of Order… Wielders of the Magic, called Ende’s Dogmas.  They had left The Keepers in order to set out on a journey to Discover who they truly were.  They were currently inside Ende’s Chambers, a shrine to the God of Wisdom. The First to speak was the magical creature. It was in the form of a black bird closely resembling a parrot. It was wearing a purple vest, and gray rune covered collar on its lower neck, a pair of spectacles sat at the point between its face and its beak. Along with that it had Blue Eyebrows. “ No Regrets”  The bird asked his mage companion, its voice deep and intellectual. “None” Said the Mage, they were dressed in a green and white military esc uniform . Their face was obscured by a golden mask and a green beret. The Mages' voice was that of a young girl close to Roxas’s age.  “Well the proof of the pudding is in the eating, Or rather speaking as it were “ The Bird said wanting to make sure its compatriot didn't get any cold feet   “What would it take to convenience you” She asked  The Bird then gave her a serious look “ I need you to swear an oath. Here. In Ende’s Chamber getting a nod from the girl. “Understood. '' she replied “ I’m prepared to do that much, at least '' she said as she removed her mask revealing her youthful face, she looked to be 18 years old, she had long brown hair and teal green eyes. Her expression was one resolve and determination  “From this moment forth, I’m no longer a sorcerer of the Keepers of Order. I’m a traveler, in search of the truth. “ she declared  “Much appreciated . I can see well enough just how determined you are . Aquamarine Sorcerer. From this day forward, you are my master.” The Bird explained  “Your..Master? “ She questioned  The bird smiled warmly “ a fitting title considering that you freed me from the Keepers, And your first duty as my Master ...is to give me a name. “ he stated  “So like..a Pet ?”  “Just as one cannot change their fate, so too can the first name bestowed upon a magical creature never be altered . It was a stroke of luck that I encountered you before the Keepers had the chance to name me.” he chuckled “Now then, Master. Bestow Destiny upon me” “Right…. Hmm how about I call you…Spero” The mage suggested  “Spero? An archaic term for “Hope” If i'm not mistaken.” the newly christened Spero said getting a feel for his new name,  “ for a destiny…it's rather flimsy “ “Well Excuse me i'll have you know i gave it plenty of thought” She said incredulously “Oh i'm not complaining from now on you my call me Spero “ “We’re off then, Spero. And not a moment too soon. We have to get as far away from here as possible before daybreak “  “Just a moment Amari,” Spero said, using her name to catch her attention.  “There is one more thing we require for our journey “ Amari raised an Eyebrow “Which is ?” Spero smirked “Something that amplifies a sorcerers’s magic beyond reckoning..That particularly useful arcane apparatus…The Autowarlock.” he said, leading her to a hangar bay where an old mech stood waiting for them, it was primarily silver in color, its head was shaped like a wizards hat with a singular golden horn protruding from its head. It looked like a mechanical mage with a black mantle draped over its shoulders and back. The two hopped inside and were quickly out into the open countryside  “I can’t believe they left this Autowarlock abandoned in that Temple, it's pretty old as well” Amari said getting a feel for the machine’s controls “Its name is Xelguard. A Prototype that underwent testing untold centuries ago, but was never formally adopted. They instead chose to expand upon the AutoWarlock you know as the Deenbell” Spero explained  “That explains why it lacks The Keeper’s Emblem “ Amari pointed out  “I was merely given such knowledge at birth. That's all” Spero said humbly  “Hm, no wonder this thing was abandoned. We managed to get it running, but its magic amplification rate is awful.” she explained  “Then you have no choice but to use your own powers to offset the difference “ Spero advised  “My..Powers?” she asked a little nervous  Spero seemed a little amused. “ Lacking in confidence are we ?” “I'll do my best but no Promises” She Replied “ What's Wrong with me ? I’ve been having trouble with magic ever since we left the temple “ She thought to herself unsure of what to do “ Deep down inside, am I regretting my decision to leave the keepers? “   Suddenly Spero’s feathers stood on end “ Careful, Master. Something approaches “ he warned as four stolen golems. Three teal and one gold warped in. They were half the height of the Xelguard, and were made of jagged materials, they lacked any form of digits, their arms being like rocky pointed clubs. They also lacked facial features, only having a set of white gems in a circular pattern on their face to represent their eyes. “Rune Golems” Amari said in shock “Did the keepers send them after us “ “That seems doubtful. Suspect they were placed near the temple as automated guards. Considering this area is well outside their jurisdiction, they were likely deployed here long ago and were abandoned “ Spero surmised  “It seems one of them is made of Gold” Amari pointed out “Rune Golem’s absorb minerals from the earth. They are self repairing and self sufficient, based on its coloring i suppose it absorb a gold ore deposit, destroying it should net us a pretty penny” Spero said making Amari  “Wow, I’ve would have never seen such a thing if i stayed with the keepers” Amari said with amazement  “I must agree, consider my intellectual curiosity piqued. Shall we test the Xelguard’s capabilities in a scuffle with those golem’s master ? “ Spero asked  “Well..” Amari hesitated a little nervous as this was her first battle  “They’re not under any Sorcerer's control, so they Shouldn't be any issue. “ he said before noticing her expression “ Wait. You’re not scared are you” he asked incredulously  Amari said nothing, simply glazing to the side, unable to look Spero in the eye. Who simply looked disappointed  “It seems choosing you was a grave error of judgment on my part “ “I'll Fight” She said steeling her nerves and looking serious not wanting to let her partner down “Actions speak louder than Words Master” He replied

“I came this far on my own, i'm going to see this through” She nearly shouted passionately. A fire clearly haven been lite under her, her magic power rising. With a burst of energy the Xelguard entered into combat mode “Xelguard, combat mode confirmed active status. Odic convergence rate crossing minimum combat thresholds “ Spero noted  “I Can’t say im confident “Amari admitted to Spero “And my Determination is decidedly lacking. But I'm going to do this, Our Journey begins Now “ She declared with fire in her voice ,making Spero smile pleased with his Master as they charged into battle. But Amari quickly noticed a problem “ Why am I having trouble so much trouble focusing on my Magic” she thought to herself “  “Master if you suspect you may be physically ill. I suggest we withdraw “ Spero said while wanting her to fight, he didn't need her endangering herself needlessly  “Im Fine Spero, but thank you though, Beside if we give up here the same things going to happen later on anyway “ she pointed out “”Then Allow me to handle scouting and machine control, then.  Focus on harnessing your magic and Odic convergence master” Spero said making Amari blink in surprise  “You can.. Do that sort of thing? “ “And quite ably, if i do so say myself” pride very evident in his voice  “In that case, I place myself in your care” she said giving him a kind smile “ And in return, I promise Victory! Working together we can not Lose “ she said as Golems began firing at them with magic bullets fired from magic glyphs. The Xelguard effortlessly moved out of the way, dashing between each of them, as the Xelgaurd held out its left arm as a magic ring folded out arm. As a red magic glyph appeared and began spinning.  Faster and faster “ IGNEST” She shouted as the magical fire snaked its way towards the golems striking it in three places. Causing its magical core to overheat and explode leaving 3 of the four golems remaining.   The second one which was caught in the explosion of the first, came charging in trying to punch the Xelguard with its rocky first. Which in turn did little damage as Amari called forth another Spell “This is a Whirlwind Dogma,  VARTEX'' she said as the Autowarlock generated a small wind vortex, before splitting it in two and creates two rings of wind, one circling each arm “Whirlwind become a blade” she said as the two spinning blades shredded into the second golem causing it to crumble into pieces . “Now for you two” She said pointing at the last two golems  “The Enemy is in dogma range” Spero said as Amari gathered her Odic energy into the Xelguard’s hand.  “Gather and Dance, Storm Spirits “ she said as she slammed the two fists into a rainbow spell glyph “Blow them away TEMPESTA” She shouted as the energy formed into a vortex of spiraling wing cutting into the two remaining golems into even more pieces than the Vartex spell.  “Excellent work Master” Spero said as the salvageable pieces of the gold golem were collected and converted into currency  “Thank you Spero.” she said with a smile. “I must give thanks for having such a beneficial encounter so early in our travels” Spero “Give thanks? To Ende, God of wisdom “ “To you, Master. I Pray we meet another such harbinger of good fortune in the days to come, But I must say a truly fine display. How’s the Xelguard treating you” “I was a little confused initially, but I think I figured it out by the end. All Thanks to you showing the way Spero” She said, giving him a friendly smile that seemed to radiate joy and compassion.  “ It seems She's taken to Xelguard quite well. A Welcome miscalculation “ Spero Thought  “A Sorcerer on the run, a defiant magical creature , and an unwanted autowarlock. I think we might make a good team, Spero'' Amari said  “We may have secured an early victory, but the road ahead is perilous master “ Amari smirked “if your regretting this decision you can always head back to the Keeper’s” She teased causing Spero to give an annoyed look  “Spare me. Why if anyone’s going to find an excuse to head back, its you Master” he Snarked  “I made a vow in Ende’s Chamber. A vow to seek the truth. To me that vow weighs far more heavily than any doctrine of the Keepers “ she explained  Spero smiled “Very Well I'll Remember those words” “I'm counting on you Spero. We’re going to face our destiny…together” she said with enthusiasm  “Common cause, common destiny, Eh. Can’t find much to disagree there” “Let's be on our way then. It's almost dawn” Amari said as The Xelguard glided off  “Any destination in mind?” Spero asked  “None. But I don't plan on turning back. “ “Very good. Let your heart lead you, Master i'll be with you all the while” Spero said while keeping the last part to himself “ Until the day this world meets its end “ he thought as the Xelguard dashed off into the distance, getting as far away from the temple as possible.  One young sorcerer and a magical Creature, and far else were a Nobody.  A long battle lies in store for them on their journey. And for the warriors from other worlds that they will encounter. 
THE NEXT DAY
 Roxas had awoken groaning and stretching as his eyes adjusted to his surroundings “What..oh right” he said remembering where he was. Sleeping in the cockpit of the mech known as the Vaisaga.  “Glad to see you awake Roxas “ The spirit said, floating inside, greeting the Nobody. “ Ready to begin your journey “ it asked  “As I’ll ever be” Roxas said dryly as the Spirit handed him a map.  “This map shall lead you to Monja Village, the people there are a friendly sort, so it's a good place to get supplies” The spirit said as he also handed Roxas a bag filled with Money. “Now i recommend you go on foot, as despite how friendly the locals are, a nearly 100 ft mech might cause them panic “ The spirit said making Roxas scratch the back of his head  “Good point, but what if I encounter those Mashins, You said i need the Vaisaga to fight them? '' Roxas pointed out, getting what he could guess was a smile.. He couldn't tell with the spirit's lack of a face. “That I did, as Calibur the Vaisaga is bound to your call, no matter where you are simply shout its name, and it shall appear” the spirit explained getting a nod from his successor “Well all right then,Time to get a move on”  Roxas said transforming back into Calibur, map in hand.  “Good luck, Roxas,” the spirit said, waving him off “you will most definitely need it “ he said to himself before returning to his rest. His soul is now at ease, as the Calibur walked into the Horizon towards his destiny. As this was occurring, something interesting had occurred. A Young boy had been brought to Al-Warth via unknown means as shown by him unceremoniously falling to the ground. He looked to be around ten years old. He had brown eyes and fluffy brown hair. Wearing a tan and blue sweat jacket and blue pants.  “AAHH” he shouted before stopping and getting a good look at his surroundings. The sky was a blueish green, there with several little white stars seemingly shining in the sky. The grass and brushes were a bright purple instead of the green he was used to, and the trees above him held strange looking fruit. They looked like pears from a glance. But instead of being green or yellow, they were purple, red or blue. “ Whoa…” he said in amazement “ Where am I?” he asked aloud “I was walking home from school and I stopped by the Ryujin Pond…Oh yeah, I remember now! A Dragon showed up at Ryujin Pond, and it came over to me…” he said remembering the odd and surreal experience. “Okay so…This CLEARLY isn’t Ryujin Pond. What’s going on here?”  he asked as he heard a ruffling sound coming towards “Is something coming my way ? Well, guess i should start by figuring out where i even am” he said off towards the sound  The source of the sound soon came into view.  Two red and orange armored little men surrounding and harassing a young woman with a Cat Ear head bow, long brown hair and teal blue eyes” “Please stop” she asked, her face full of discomfort as the little armored soldiers seemed more surprised at her request “Please stay back” she demanded as the Boy came stumbling in.  “What the,?” he said in surprised as the two Armored soldiers turned and looked at him with surprised faces  “Uh-oh… did i walk in on something I shouldn't have” he said nervously taking a few steps back as the soldiers turned their attention from the Girl and directly on him “What is this thing, a some kind of puppet , a robot is it mad?” he asked before a thought entered his “ Oh Gosh is this one of Dr.Hell’s lackey’s he said nervously as this statement seemed to really piss the little metal men off as the boy quickly put his hands up trying to calm them down “whoa, whoa, whoa . Hey, uh, my name's Wataru Ikasube. I’ve got no idea what’s going on, okay?” he explained and all he got was the two puppets getting more animated. “ This isnt working! Its not listening to me at all”   “F…Flames, Dance IGNEST” the Girl shouted as the magic flames snaked out of her spell glyph and burned one of them, as for the second one it was struck by something else.  “Darkness Slash” Said a voice as a dark wave of energy struck the second in the back knocking it over.  Causing them to both freak the hell out and run away. “Huh well that was easy." said the voice as the girl and Wataru both turned around, and both were amazed. For Wataru it was because the Armored knight before him, looked like a Tokusatsu superhero, and as for Amari. It was because she was standing before a legend of Al-Warth.  “The Dark Knight Calibur” She said in awe catching Calibur’s attention  “Uh yeah thats me” he said a little awkwardly “oh nice work on that fire magic “ he said  “Oh thank you, I'm honestly surprised all it took was a little fire dogma to get them running…but maybe they thought I was a sorcerer  with the Keepers of Order, on top of seeing you,” she said to him. “After all you are wearing the armor of one Al-Warth most famous legends”  “It's entirely possible” Calibur said as Wataru approached both them  “ Hey so umm thank you both for saving me” he save humbly looking a little awkward  “It's no problem, it's my duty i suppose “ Calibur said sheathing his sword as Amari spoke up “Yeah, think nothing of it. It's, well what i'm here for “ she said bashfully “Not that i have much room to put on airs.  I was in quite a pickle there, myself “ she admitted as the flutter of wings was heard as Spero had perched himself on her shoulder“I couldn't agree more, Master “ he Snarked before turning his Attention to the Dark Knight “Greetings Sir Calibur, I Must thank you  for assisting my master with those pitiful Burikiniton “ he said with a bow making calibur scratch his head, in embarrassment  “It was not issue, happy to help” he said as Wataru stood amazed  “A parrot?” he asked wowed by Spero’s ability to talk  “We were here to protect the boy, Yet if weren’t for him and Calibur, that Burikinton would’ve made fools of us “ he scolded  Amari frowned hands on her hips “I can hardly argue, but if you were watching , you could’ve lent a hand “ she pointed out  “That's not my job, Master. “ he replied simply  “Aww”  “You have better things to do than mope. They seem to have sent some Mashin out, Geppertanks by the looks of it” Spero said  “Hmm so that’s a  Mashin” Calibur said seeing them in the distance  “Whats a Mashin” Wataru asked  “Oh Well then i better hurry then” Amari said as she ran towards the Field where the Geppertanks were deployed “Well lets see. Thats..oh 12 Mashin. That's just unfair” she complained  “It's really not” Calibur replied folding his arms  “Can’t you guys hold them off by shooting fire from your hands again or attacking them with your sword ?” “If I was stronger absolutely, but unfortunately I haven't been wearing this armor for long “ Calibur explained “ And as for me, My magics on foot are not going to cut it against Mashin” Amari explained  “Magic?” Wataru said with amazement wowing the ten year old. “It might be foreign to an Otherworlder like you, But everyone in Al-WArth knows what it is. Though I can't Imagine too many people have actually met a sorcerer in person” she explained get“Wait, slow down here! Otherworlder? Al-Warth? I'm really lost!”  “...” Amari simply closed her eyes and said nothing as if she was focusing on something  “Oh, Come on! Don’t Just go quiet on me! You gotta talk to me!” he begged  “I was ready for this “  “Huh ‘ “I’m Sorry I know you have many questions but I'm afraid there’s no time to address them all “ Amari said with a kind smile “ I’ll At least give you my name. I’m Amari Aquamarine, Aquamarine Sorcerer.” she said “I'm a mage, if that's easier to say” “If we are introducing ourselves, Then you both call me Roxas current bearing of the Ankokuken Kurayami and Second person to  bear the Title of Calibur” he said “Though just consider me a Dark Knight at least for now”  he said  “Amari Aquamarine and Roxas ... .Wow a Mage and a knight. “ he said in awe.  Before getting nervous as the Geppertanks had made their approach  “The Robots are coming “ he said  “It’s you they’re after you know” Amari revealed shocking both Roxas and Wataru “The hell do these chuckle fucks want with a ten year old “ he asked  “Yeah why me? I'm just a Regular fourth grader “ “Its okay Wataru, “ “Wait why is it ok” he asked  “Because me and Roxas are here to keep you safe “ she said as a new Mashin warped in the battle field. It was lime green in color, and had an obvious snake theme to it.  On its back was a dark blue shuriken  “Did that Mashin just help us” Roxas asked Amari who nodded both equally confused but thankful “But There’s only two of you and a whole bunch of them !” he said as Roxas chuckled  “Not to Worry Wataru, watch this COME FORTH VAISAGA” he shouted, raising Kurayami to the sky as he consumed in a pillar of shadows in its place stood his caped mecha.  Its sword drawn as the ready and red cape billowing in the wind. “More Robots” Wataru said with amazement as The Xelguard also made its appearance next to the Vaisaga “Come on Spero. It took you long enough “ she snarked  Spero just seemed to ignore this and replied “ You appear to be resolute about this”  “I have to be, I can’t afford to waver right now “ “Understood. As you will then “ Spero replied as Amari entered the cockpit and the Xelguard entered battle mode. “Miss, Mr.Calibur” Watarru said worried for them both “Don’t worry about us Wataru, Please  just stay in the bushes “ Roxas said as he and Amari joined up with the green mashin “Excuse me, You in the Green Mashin. Could you help us out?” Amari asked, getting a nod from the machine as its pilot. “A Girl, and the Dark Knight interesting “ “Pardon?” “Ah, don't mind me if you want my help, you have it” The pilot replied  “Thank you kindly” Amari said  “Yeah thanks” Roxas giving his own thanks.  Meanwhile with Wataru who was watching on with amazement “ None of these robots are anything like Dr. Hell’s Kikaiju or the Brave Express Corps” he said remembering some of the Mecha from his world like the Ghostfire V9 and from the Brave Express Corps very own MightGaine. “What’s going on here ?!”  “He seems confused doesn't he “ Roxas chuckled “Though i imagine he doesn't see stuff like this everyday”  “I mean he did just get whisked away to some world he’s never heard of.” Amari added “ it why we have to protect him” “For the good of the World” Spero asked  “No, for the sake of common decency” Amari replied making Roxas smirk “You sound a lot like a friend of mine, shed say the exact same thing” he remarked  “Why thank you, your friend sounds like a good person” she replied with a smile in her voice “Now Please Xelguard…Heed  my Call!” he ordered as the Odic’s Convergence kicked into overdrive  “We have reached combat levels, Master” Spero said as Roxas powered up the Vaisaga it releasing a burst of dark energy  “You three ready to Rock” he asked  “Yes I am, Spero, Roxas, Xelguard we must protect that boy” She declared as the the Three mech charged into battle

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And so, the battle was joined, Roxas took off in the Vaisaga. “Water Claw Fang” he said as the Vaisaga’s arms blades extended, surging with blue energy. He swiped at Geppertank with viscous efficiency, dashing around it striking it with his claws, before slamming one of the claws into the Geppertanks massive face, causing it to explode. Before whipping the Vaisaga’s cape in front of him to block a storm of oncoming bullets, giving him a decent look at his enemies and how goofy they honestly looked.  They were like the name implied tanks, primarily green in color with gray treads. What made them odd was the upper half of the mech, instead of a cannon, was a massive damn head with sunglasses and a military helmet. It also had Arms on the shoulders with two turrets each and each hand was a machine gun.  “This is the backbone of Doakdar’s Army” he asked over the comm’s “Yes, unfortunately so” The Green Mashin pilot replied as he came in armed with his Raisho Knife and struck down the Geppertank attacking Roxas in a swift motion getting a thumb from him “Thanks “Roxas nodded as he flicked the Vaisaga’s wrist and revealed five kunai blades and threw at the closest Geppertank “Fire Daggers “he said as they embedded themselves into the enemy’s frame, igniting into flames causing it to explode.  “Another one down” he said as Amari was currently using the Xelguard’s speed to dodge enemy fire before casting on her Spells “Dance Spirits of Flame, Ignst '' she called out as her fire spelled snaked around the two Geppertanks setting them ablaze before exploding. Though Amari seemed to be going through what appeared a small panic attack or at least some remaining nerves ``I'm not afraid this is what I signed up for. I'm Not afraid this is what I signed up for!”  she said to herself trying to steel her nerves “You okay Amari?” Roxas asked overhearing it on the comm’s“I'm fine for the most part” She said “this is one my second battle so I'm still a tad overwhelmed” she admitted “Well, if you’ll allow me to give you some advice, psyching yourself up on the battlefield is not the best idea” Roxas said “As you'll be distracting yourself instead of focusing on what's Infront of you”“Sir Calibur is quite correct master, its currently impeding our Odic Convergence “Spero chimed in “I know that, but still” Amari admitted as Spero chimed in again and smiled softly “Just think back to that day Master, remember the day we made our vow” he instructed “Think of the boy who’s waiting for us to recuse him” he said motioning to Wataru who was Cheering them out.“Don't give up guys, show them who’s Boss” he cheered, making all three pilot's smiles. “Well, we can’t let him down, can we? '' Roxas chuckled, getting a nod from the Green Mashin and Amari.“Agreed, thank you both” Amari said, “Let's see this fight through!”“Of course, but do be careful, the moment either one of us gone, mark the end of our journey” Spero warned “Ill be careful don't worry” She said before Addressing Roxas and The Green Mashin” Can the Two of you do me a favor i have an idea”“Whatever you need you have it child” said the Green Mashin“Sure, lay it on us Amari” Roxas said “I need the two of you to line the remaining mashin up, so i get finish them off in one Attack” She said “I'll be blowing them away as it were” she giggled “No Problem/At once” The two said as they dash off, quick as the wind. Kicking and slashing the remaining Mashin into a group, while disabling their treads preventing them from escaping. The Metal Burikinton  inside them were beginning to panic, and were quickly making their escape, or rather they tried as a torrent of extreme winds made contact with their Mashins shredding them and the Burikinton to scrap metal “BLOW THEM AWAY, TEMPESTA” Amari shouted as the whirlwind spell destroyed all the remaining Mashin, the single cry of “ BURIKI” was heard.“Yeah, they did it” Wataru said amazed at the display “It was just like watch a battle between Mazinger Z and a Kikaiju” Wataru said excitedly “So, you think I'm getting a handle on the Xelguard” Amari asked Spero“If i may be so bold, you still have ample room for improvement” he said making Amari pout “Darn, I was afraid of that “she said disappointed “But this is enough to survive with, and that's all that matters, right” she asked “On that we are in agreement “Spero said “Now I believe we are finished here” he said looking over the piles of scrap“We made it through” Amari said exhausted “I certainly say so” Roxas agreed “Your nerves seem spent Master, may I recommend a short rest” Spero suggested noticing Amari’s current condition “But I'm supposed to be on the Job, if i take it too easy out here, we could get attacked again “she said “A reasonable observation, especially considering that they were out in far greater number than expected” Spero said “And that effort just to capture a Ten-year-old” Roxas said crossing his arms in thought “Spero, Amari tell me what's so important about Wataru?” “All shall be explained in due time Sir Calibur, but first we must make haste. The Keepers of Order will more than likely arrive soon” Spero said as The Green Mashin turned to leave “Thanks for the Help, can we get your name “Roxas asked getting a chuckle from the Mashin’s pilot “My name’s not worth mentioning, just know you can rely on me and Genjinmaru” he said before teleporting away in a puff of smoke.“Huh?” Amari said confused as the tone of Genjinmaru’s pilot changed “Was it me or did he sound a tad goofier” Roxas asked “No, I heard it as well” Spero said quite bemused by the whole scenario “Spero, Roxas We’re taking Wataru to Monja village, there we can explain everything to him” Amari said getting nod from both of her compatriots “Let us be off Then” Spero said as Roxas went over to retrieve Wataru “Come on Wataru, lets go” he said holding the Vaisaga’s hand out for Wataru to ride on “Apparently Monja is where you'll find your answers” he said to the boy as the Xelguard led the Way“You guys are tough stuff “Wataru said holding to the Vaisaga’s hand “It wasn't that big a deal” Roxas said “I was my first battle in the Vaisaga if you can believe it ““Wow really, you're a natural then Roxas” Wataru said “No not really, it was mostly the machine if I'm being honest. It was showing me what to do”“If I'm being honest, we probably could have done better” Amari said Spero chuckled “I'm impressed, you both saw it for what it was” he snarked “Please don't remind me, thinking about it makes me want to disappear” Amari pouted “Well Amari look at it this way, acknowledging this gives us an opportunity to improve” Roxas said “Kingdom Hearts knows, I definitely need it” he said “What's Kingdom Hearts?” Amari asked confused, and curious while Spero was intrigued “I'll explain later I promise”“I certainly hope so, you have piqued my curiosity” Spero said a strange look on his face that unnerved Roxas slightly Wataru while curious as to what Kingdom Hearts was, he was also amazed by Spero himself “You’re pretty good at talking for parrot” he said peeving the bird off just a bit “I'm not a Parrot, I'm a magical creature “he corrected “So, you're a magical parrot?” Wataru asked, not really understanding what Spero was getting at.  Spero looked as if he was about to lose patience until Amari stepped “The point is he’s magic” she said a warm smile could be felt in her voice “Magic huh” he said with wonder “Am I really in another world?” he asked “Fraid So” Roxas Said “though I'm not sure how you got here, am not exactly from around here myself” he explained surprising both Amari and Spero“So, you're an other-worlder like Wataru?” Amari asked in shock“Yeah, I guess you could say that” he replied nonchalantly “Like I Said I promise to explain everything once we get to Monja village “he said getting a nod from Amari “Well, that's perfect because Wataru “She said re addressing the boy “, I'll be honest I'm not the best person to explain this situation. You’ll have a much better understanding of the world once we reach our destination” she explained “Allow me to re-introduce myself. I'm Amari Aquamarine. But please call me Amari, and this parrot…er Magical Creature next to me is Spero” she said as a magic display screen appeared before Wataru.“It's a Pleasure” Spero said kindly “Like I Said before, my name is Roxas, the current Dark Knight Calibur.” “Nice to meet all three of you, My Name is Wataru Ikusabe” he said, giving a friendly smile that could melt even the coldest hearts. ““Okay Savior Wataru, Let's get going, my job will be complete once I deliver you to Monja Village safe and sound” she explained…. but something she said confused Wataru greatly“Savior? What are you talking about “he askedWell...They say you’re one that's going to save this world…Al-Warth, the beginning “she explained “Al-Warth, the beginning “Wataru repeated taking it all in, as Roxas frowned “You know he’s ten right, who makes a Ten-Year-old a chosen one?” Roxas asked “Worry not Roxas, all shall be explained in due time” Spero said trying to ease worries “I certainly hope so”AN HOUR BEFORE: ANOTHER PLACEIn a small hotel room located in a place called the Land of Mana. Sat a young girl around the age of 17 to 18, with light blonde hair, light blue eyes and a white sundress that stopped at her thighs, and a pair of light blue sandals. Her fingernails and toenails were adorned with light blue nail polish, and she had a small bit of lip gloss on. She was currently sitting up on the bed, drawing away on a sketch pad with colored pencils. This is Namine, nobody of Kairi, one of the Seven Princesses of Hearts, and currently she was altering the memories of the Hotel Staff to believe that she had already paid for her overnight stay and that it wasn’t strange that she wasn't being charged for any purchases. Once she was finished, she took a deep breath and sighed. “What am I going to do? '' she thought to herself. “ I can't stay cooped up in here forever, and eventually people are going to ask questions.”  She was filled with immense anxiety, not only because she was in an unknown world but because the magic of this world had caused her powers to evolve. Normally Namine could only affect the memories of those tied to Sora. But upon coming to Al-Warth, her memory abilities had changed. Now she could now alter anyone's memories regardless of their ties to Sora. She had discovered this when she had awoken one day ago alone in a back alley and found herself nearly accosted by a gang of thugs. Namine, in a panic, used her power over memory to erase her would-be assaulters' minds, leaving them empty husks with no memory of who they were, and what they were doing. Namine, horrified, quickly fled from the scene and into the open city, where she quickly disappeared into the crowds of people walking the city streets. Eventually after calming down and “Procuring” herself a new sketchbook and pencils, Namine began asking around for the nearest hotel or Inn and soon found herself in the room she now resides, alone with her thoughts. “At least I know you're in this world too Roxas “she said to herself feeling his presence through their connection.  It was faint due to being so far away but that was enough for her. A smile forming on her face…along with a blush now adoring her face. Suddenly there was a knock on the door making her jump and nearly fall out of the bed.  Namine, figuring it was room service, approached the door and looked through the peephole and instead of a hotel employee it was a rather smartly dressed man in a green two-piece suit, long blonde hair, and blue eyes. A Smile on his face. He gave off this feeling of complete unease, like he was staring directly at her through the peephole. Naminè against her better judgment tried to erase his mind, trying to remove all memory of her from his cerebral cortex. But Instead he simply chuckled  “That isn't going to work my dear, so kindly open the door. We have much to discuss” he said as Namine suddenly felt nothing but dread.  MONJA VILLAGE: THE PRESENTThe group had at last arrived at their destination, it was a small happy little farming village, filled with houses made of stone and wood, with roofs made of straw. In the Distance of said village was the massive Mt.Sokai with what appeared to be a faded-out rainbow above. This made Roxas raise an eyebrow at sight “I wonder what's all about” He thought as Amari addressed Wataru “This is Monja Village, our destination. I, um, I was asked to protect you, and to deliver you here in one piece.” she explained a awkwardly a little embarrassed “Amari, you’re like a hero mage that saves people in need” Wataru complemented making the mage blush bashfully“Oh, i wouldn't say that” “This place certainly has a rustic feel to it” Roxas said, looking all around watching the villagers go about their daily lives, talking, farming, or playing.  “Yeah, it looks like an old country village” Wataru said in agreement Amari simply smiled “Yes, People around these parts don’t rely much on technology. Instead, you get sleepy little hamlets like Monja Village here” she explained “So, I'm guessing there are more technologically advanced societies here then?” Roxas asked “Yes of Course, To the East is the Land of Mana, currently ruled by King Julio Mitsurugi, and to the South is the Land of Beast, which is currently run by a Ruling Council. “Spero explained “Each one is advanced in different ways and has customs unique to their culture.” he said, as while Roxas was taking this all in, Wataru being ten was distracted.“So, This is cool and all…but I'm hungry now” he said making Roxas snort as Spero looked a little annoyed “That’s a rather juvenile thing to say. Your stomach is of more interest to you than all the curiosities of a new World?” he asked with a raised eyebrow “Well, Spero he is ten years old; you exactly expect him to all that introspective now can you” Roxas pointed out “Yeah, what Roxas say, and besides you can’t do anything on an Empty Stomach!” Wataru chimed in  “.... Granted. There is no greater threat to all living things than an empty stomach” Spero said slightly begrudgingly making Amari giggle “You’re hard on me, but you can’t say much about Wataru’s blunt honesty, can you?” Amari jokes as Spero could only sigh “This is why I’m not a fan of children…” he muttered Roxas had noticed that Wataru was staring up at the multi-colored fruit on the tree and looked rather hungry. “I won’t bother those fruit Wataru, they don't have any flavor, or taste” Roxas explained Wataru blinked before nodding “Huh, okay. There was a bunch of it all over the last forest too, but i guess it not good for much” “Maybe.” Roxas said not truly believing that. After all everything had a purpose, even a nothing like himself. “Ah I knew I could count on a sorcerer from the Keepers of Order to nail the job. “Said a voice as a short elderly woman with gold rectangular earrings dressed in a green Gi, and red cloak tied over her shoulder, on her head was an orange bandana to protect her head from the sun, and in her hand was a staff with a golden dragon head sitting atop it. It reminded Roxas of Jafar’s old staff from Sora’s memories.“I wouldn’t exactly say I nailed it, exactly Lady Ayaishibe “Amari said embarrassed “Oh, Amari I told you before to call me Grandmama” The Village Elder said with a kind warm smile plastered on her face “And such modesty. Just what I’d expect from a great sorcerer” she said, making Amari blush even more. Before noticing both Roxas and Wataru. “Well now isn't this a surprise, a New Calibur has been chosen at last, what's your name sweetie” she asked approaching him“Roxas, you can call me Roxas” he said, removing his helm and revealing his face to the group. The others were a little surprised at his age, not expecting someone Amari’s age. Though the voice probably should have given it away “Oh he’s kind of cute “Amari thought to herself getting a good look at him. “Well, aren't you a handsome young man. “she said, making Roxas scratch the back of his head bashfully as an elderly man Approached them as well. He was just as old as Grandmama and had bushy white eyebrows and a bushy beard.“I see the Savior has at last arrived “he said “Though Ayaishibe the legend says the Savior was supposed to arrive at Ryujin Pond in Monja Village, but it he was quite the ways away it seems” The Oldman said with a humorous smile “Well lucky for everyone I sensed the otherworld gate opening” Spero said “That you did! You’ve done us all a great service, magical parrot!” Grandmama responded petting the bird on the head annoying him greatly“While I appreciate your generous praise, I do have a name. It’s Sper0” he said, shaking her hand off his head.“Come on Spero, she didn't mean anything by it” Roxas said “Still, I have a name, one given to me by my master, and I would appreciate it being used.” Spero said “It a sign of who I am, my identity as it were” he explained his words resonating with Roxas strongly “I understand, my name was given to me by my former… eh let's call him my old boss, so I completely understand” Wataru then spoke up “Hey, uh…” he said, getting Grandmama's attention who almost forgot all about him. “Oooh!” “He Speaks!” said a random villager as the group hadn't noticed that a crowd had now formed around them “Wah where did all these people come from” Amari asked “They must have noticed Wataru, and decided to take a look” Spero suggested as the villagers crowded around them “It's not that big a deal.” Wataru said not fully understanding the hubbub about him. As Grandmama looked him over with a serious look on her face. “And your name is?” she asked “Wataru Ikusabe” he said with a confident smile Lady Ayaishibe nodded “Did you see the Dragon?” she asked getting a nod from the boy“Yeah, I Did. I saw a dragon at Ryujin Pond, then I guess. I ended up in Al-Warth?” he said shocking her“OOh!”The Old man who is known as Shinobibe turned to her “Grandmama… you believe this to be the Wataru spoken of in legends?” he asked with hope in his voice “Indeed, I do” her tone leaving no doubt in Shinobibe’s mind “Legend has it that when Mt. Sokai is in peril, the one to save it will alight from the sky. His will be Wataru, and he will smite evil alongside the dragon god! The Savior is among us!” she shouted to the entire villages causing them to erupt in cheers of joy.“So are we not going question why, this prophecy or whatever picked a ten-year-old” Roxas whispered to Amari“I guess not” she shrugged “I still don't know what a Savior is” Wataru said “It’s someone who saves the world” Spero said “You know a Hero” Roxas added on “OH, like Mazinger Z and The Brave Express Corps” Wataru asked “I don't know who those people are but Yes” Roxas replied “So, I have to save the World, save Al-Warth” he asked “I think so, yes” Amari replied as Grandmama approached Wataru with a new set of clothes for him. Ones befitting a Savior.“Wataru! This is the Warrior’s Garb passed down through generations here in Monja Village!” She said handing him the clothes “Go on wear it” she said pushing him inside her home to change “Oh man, these look sweet! Don't mind if I do” he said excitedly rushing to try them on A few moments later Wataru had returned, now dressed in the Warriors Garb. Hia shorts had been replaced by white jeans and a belt with blue armor covering part of the legs, and his knees. His sneakers were replaced by white boots. He now had on a White long-sleeved shirt that was stuck into his pants. The Shirt itself was covered by blue armor and red shoulder pads. Around his neck was a singular red magatama bead. Atop his head was a gold band with a dragon's head, and on his back was Long Sword. “Okay, I’m all changed! This outfit rules!” he shouted, striking a pose not unlike a Henshin Hero from a Tokusatsu. “And Wataru! Look behind you!” Grandmama ordered “Behind me?” he asked before turning around beheld Mt.Sokai in all its majesty. It was rather unique looking in that fact that it was egg shaped and divided into several layers, each with its own little biome and region. “You mean at that mountain?” “Indeed. That mountain is Mt. Sokai '' she explained “The rainbow surrounding it is an ashen color, symbolizing widespread discord in this world. For so long as the rainbow remains colorless, all that awaits Al-Warth is terrible destruction!” “Man, a grey rainbow” he frowned “I was wondering why the damn thing was all faded” Roxas snarked “Turns out its this worlds Health bar” “That's one way to look at it yes” Shinobibe chuckled as Ayaishibe continued “No one has seen the true form of Doakdar, Ruler of Evil, but Mt. Sokai was peaceful until he took it over and ruined the rainbow. It is the very heart of Al-Warth." she said which got Roxas’s attention immediately“Hopefully the Heartless won’t appear or else will go from bad to worse” He thought “The rainbow turning ashen means that the world's balance has been lost.” she finished “So, I’m supposed to climb Mt.Sokai and fight this Doakdar dude? All by myself?”  he asked a bit concerned “That you are, but you shall not do so alone “She assured him “Man, this is all bonkers, But what the hey! I’m in!” he said excited making Roxas and Amari a tad concerned “Wataru, are you absolutely sure you want to do this?” Amari asked “This a massive responsibility ““Amari is right Wataru, this isn't a game, cause if you're to fight Doakdar you’re going have to kill other living beings.” Roxas said sternly “Now are you sure this is what you want to do” he asked one more time kneeling down to look the boy in the eye. “I definitely sure” he said with a determined look in his eyes “I gotta help people in trouble” he explained as if it was just that simple. Roxas simply smiled and ruffled his hair “*sigh* you’re a good kid you know that” he smiled as a loudly boisterous samurai with shaggy brown hair, brushy brown eyebrows, a thin and long mustache, he was wearing a red and blue gi and hakama with a white sash tied around his waist. With two Katana resting in his belt“Wahahahahahhaha! You’ve got guts, boy!” the Samurai said, patting the boy on the back almost knocking him over. “Whoa! A Hippo!” Wataru said in response to the man's face…. which was a little hippo like“Hey I resent that! What part of me looks anything like a hippo?!” he asked insulted “Uh the shape of your head” Amari said cheekily “Your face!” said a small girl around Wataru’s age. She wore a pink gi and skirt with a yellow undershirt and leggings. Her hair was mint green done up in a ponytail tied together with a red bow “What?” The Samurai said now all depressed “ha-ha ! You got told” the little girl laughed “Who’re you?” Wataru asked “I’m Himiko, thirteenth head of the Shinobibe Clan!” she said happily making Roxas Spero Amari and Wataru blink“wait wait wait, you’re a clan head?” he asked flabbergasted “That she is. Himiko is the Leader of the Shinobibe ninja Clan” Grandmama explained getting a nodded from Oldman Shinobibe “Yup! I’m the head!” she said with the innocence only a child could have “You can never judge a book by its cover” Roxas said with the Samurai agreeing with him “So, who are you, Mister? “Wataru asked curiously “Mm. I am called Shibaraku Tsurugibe. Master swordsman of Miyamoto Village!” he stated with pride “I’ve come to visit Monja Village so that i might see the peril facing Mt.Sokai with my own eyes.” he explained before frowning “It's just as bad as imagined ““Don’t worry, Mister Shibaraku! I’m Wataru the savior, and I’m gonna put the color back in Mt.Sokai’s Rainbow”“Well, he certainly lacking in confidence is he” Spero said rather amused by the boy Shibaraku chuckled, clearly agreeing with Spero’s assessment “You’re a mere boy! If you want to call yourself a savior, allow me to test you” he suggested before a load explosion was heard “Whoa!” Wataru shouted taking cover “Hahaha! You pack a punch, old guy” “I don’t think that was Mr.Shibaraku, Himiko.” Amari said before Turning to Spero and Roxas.“It's them isn't it “Roxas frowned putting his helm back on “Yes, i do believe so “Spero replied “It Daokdar’s forces, speaking of which” he said motioning to the tiling fields as several Geppertanks rolled and started firing upon the village causing many of the villagers to flee in terror and hide. “Ahaha! Yay, Fireworks!” Himiko cheered happily, either not understanding the danger or just not caring about it.“Himiko Those aren’t fireworks! They’re attacking us!” Wataru said as they both ducked in covers from another shot, one that came from the lead Geppertank, as its pilot a short muscular man with gelled back blonde hair and a pair of sunglasses covering his eyes. Wataru thought he looked rather intimidating…until he started talking “Muwahahahaha! Guess who! It’s someone awesome, that's who!” the man said with what sounded like a thick Austrian accent. It reminded Wataru of a former movie star back in his old world.  “Attention Monja Village! “The man shouted, “The name’s Schwarvenegger, and I’m the right hand of the First-Tier boss Cruising Tom, one of the Big Seven working for Doakdar, ruler of Mt.Sokai and soon all of Al-Warth!” he proclaimed in dramatic fashion before taking a huge breath of air. The man was clearly out of breath. “*huff* What a mouthful, Burikinton, raid the village “He ordered to the cheers of his men who began marching on the Village. Or rather they tried to, as they didn't get very far.  As in their path stood Roxas, glaring at them from beneath his helm, Kurayami drawn and pointed towards them “I’m giving you one chance.” he stated his tone cold and icy. “Stay and I will cut you down, I will not let you harm any of these people” he said waiting for their response. For their credit the Burikinton began talking amongst themselves in their own language, debating whether or not to heed Roxas’s warning, unfortunately for them their decision was made for them.“WHAT ARE YOU IDIOTS DOING, KILL HIM!!!!” Shouted Schwarvenegger making the little metal soldiers jump before nervously aiming their weapons and began firing at the Dark Knight. Who promptly dashed out of the way and with a swing of his blade, sent a wave of darkness streaking across the field and into a number of enemy troops.  The cries of “BURKI” were heard across the battlefield, making the rest of the group wince. Roxas was relentless in his assault, nimbly avoiding the Burikinton’s attacks, as some had begun attacking him with melee weapons. Clashing their blades against his, which resulted in Roxas pushing them back with Kurayami and then cutting them down horizontally, causing the automatons to explode in spectacular fashion. This didn't deter the rest of them however, several more took a swing at Roxas, dodging every blow and dealing one back in response, cutting more and more down. Wataru and The Others watched on with amazement. Shibaraku was impressed with Roxas’s skill.“I see why he was chosen to be the New Calibur, he is very skilled, if not a little, sloppy and unorthodox.” The Samurai critiqued making a mental note to give Roxas and Wataru proper sword training when the time came. As Wataru would need it in order to defend himself and Roxas both needed a refresher and could help with training Wataru. Speaking of Whom, the young would be Savior was being led by Grandmama, Amari and Spero to Ryujin Pond, along with Himiko. Both to keep them safe and So Wataru could awaken the dragon god. On the Way Grandmama explained to Wataru how Doakdar controlled Mt.Sokai “Mt. Sokai is divided into seven tiers. Doakdar’s posted a boss in each one of them.” she explained “To defeat him, you must clear each tier and obtain the Seven treasures of the Shinbe Gods, only then can Doakdar can be defeated” she finished Wataru nodded as they reached the pond, Wataru heard a voice call out to him. “Wataru…Wataru” The voice called out, causing the boy to jump “Who’s there?” he asked before realizing exactly who he was speaking to. A name came to mind, “Are you Ryujinmaru?” “I am.”  he said as Wataru took out a small clay figure from his back pocket“What’s that Wataru” Himiko asked “This is Ryujinmaru. I built him in art class today. It came to this world with me.” he explained as Ryujinmaru spoke up again“Wataru Hold the Sword of Heroes aloft and call my name!” He ordered as Wataru nodded “OKAY! “He said before taking the sword and pointing it at the sky “RYUJINMARU!!!!!” he shouted a golden beam of light shot into the sky, before a small blue and white Mashin, with red shoulders both detailed in gold with dragon claws and a dragon's face, around its neck were Magatama beads. “OOOOOHHHH” IT shouted before landing in front of Wataru who own Magatama bead glowed as the Red Gem on Ryujinmaru’s head glowed and beamed him up into Ryujinmaru’s “Cockpit” which was less of a cockpit and more of a pocket space where Wataru landed atop a massive golden dragon, in Which Wataru prompt grabbed its horns linking them together. At last, one of the Seven Shinbe Dragon Gods had been reawakened and its name was RYUJINMARU!“At last, Ryujinmaru is revived” Grandmama said with glee as everyone looked on in surprise.“Wow” Himiko said amazed “What's that Mashin doing here” Asked Shibaraku “It is the dragon god straight out of our legends” Grandmama explained happily as Wataru got a good look at his new surroundings from inside Ryujinmaru.“Whoa!” He said, “It’s a dragon, I’m in another strange world!” he stated confused as the Dragon spoke up“Relax, Wataru. You’re inside of Ryujinmaru now. In other words, you’re inside me” The now identified Dragon God explained getting a nod from the boy “Wataru, this shall be our first battle together. I can move and fight as you will me to, and i shall tell you how to unleash my power” “Alright sounds good! Let’s Do this Ryujinmaru !” Wataru shouted his voice echoing from the Dragon Mashin as the two now united warriors marched forward ready for battle. Impressive Amari and Roxas while scaring the piss out of Schwarvenegger who feel the power coming off of Ryujinmaru’s body “Grr! I Dunno who you are, but if you’re getting in my way, I'm gonna have to crush you “He nervously threatened “No, you’re the one who's gonna get crushed, your days are numbered now!” Wataru declared making the Arnold-knock off grit his teeth in anger, as he glared at the Dragon Mashin before him and at the Dark Knight below who had just finished off all of his ground troops, leaving many of them in pieces, while the others fled in terror.“C’mon, Ryujinmaru! Let's beat this guy and save Monja Village!” “Right, to battle Wataru” he said as the two charged into battle with Roxas dodging out of the way of the oncoming mashin. “Wataru! Hold on tight or you’ll get thrown off!” the Dragon advised “Right”“Remember this Wataru, it's not strength that decides a battle’s outcome! It’s Spirit”  “Spirit, huh”“Yes, the bravery to stand up to any foe! The hope to never give up, ever! You must never forget these things!” “I won’t i promise “Wataru replied with passion as Ryujinmaru began his attack “Unleash the dragon’s fang” Ryujinmaru ordered “Right, RYUGAKEN!” He shouted as Ryujinmaru removed one of its Shoulder Claws and morphed them into a throwing star and sent it flying, striking several of the Geppertanks , who in return began firing upon him. Thankfully Ryujinmaru dodged nimbly out of the way.“Now Wataru Response with the Toryuken” “Right” he replied, unleashing Ryujinmaru’s trusty blade and dashed forward at the nearest Mashin and cleaved it in two.“Excellent Work Wataru” Ryujinmaru Praised the young boy “Yay kick their butts Wataru” Himiko shouted with glee, while Shibaraku looked on nervously “This isn’t good” he said “What's wrong, old guy didja eat some bad rice” She asked innocently“No, I’ve noticed Wataru doesn't seem accustomed to battle like Calibur is” He explained  “Well why would he be? “Roxas asked now returning to the others “he was just a normal kid before coming to Al-Warth” he pointed out as Grandmama bonked him on the head“Then what are you doing, Dark Knight and Sorcerer?!” She asked The Two teens “You should be helping Wataru!” Roxas nodded realizing he left the poor kid all by himself “Then let me fix that” he said behold holding up Kurayami to the sky “VAISAGA” he shouted as he was consumed in a pillar of darkness and in his place, stood the caped Mecha. “Hold on, Wataru,” he said, dashing off. As for Amari she looked ready to pass out the stress starting to get to her.Shibaraku nodded sympathetically “A sorcerer she may be, but still, she is a frail damsel!” Allow me to handle this” he said taking out of his gi of all things…...a payphone card with the words Senjinmaru written on the front “You can fight, old guy” Himiko asked getting kind smile and ruffling of her hair from the Samurai before he turned to Oldman Shinobi Pardon me, Sir, Do you have any phone’s around here?!” The Oldman nodded “We’ve got a payphone over yonder” he said pointing to the standard American black payphone. “Alright! In that Case…” he said, rushing over to it and sliding the card in. “Let’s see. 1-SEN-JIN-MARU…There we go.” he finished dialing the number and soon the phone began to ring and someone or something picked up on the other line making him smile. “Hello Sen-Chan? It's your buddy Shiba-Chan. Do you think you could come to Monja Village right now?” he asked “This Instant?”  “Yes, right this instant!” he said smirking as loud footsteps could be heard rushing through the forest and into the village, it was a red and black Mashin modeled after a Samurai. “This Is Senjinmaru, My Mashin and good Friend. You can leave everything to me and Calibur” he said as he boarded the mech and dashed into battle. Joining Ryujinmaru and the Vaisaga in the brawl. “Hooray Hooray” Himiko cheered “To know righteousness and not practice it is cowardice. You shall have my aid!”  Shibaraku declared “Is that you Mr. Samurai” Wataru asked “Good to have you with us Shibaraku “Roxas stated “Thank you, you can step back now Wataru”“No way, if you think I’d just step down, you’re wrong! I’m here to fight and that’s what I’ll do!” he declared showing how serious he was about being the Savior.“But-”“But nothing! I’m The savior” he said leaving no room for argument “If there’s people in trouble“We gotta save’em right?” Roxas asked in a knowing way“That’s right ““Oh Wataru.” Amari said amazed by his courage and by his good heart.“And besides, I have, Roxas, Ryujinmaru and You Mister” Wataru said happily “With you guys at my side there’s no way we can lose”“You Also have me!” Amari shouted regaining her nerves as The Xelguard warped in.“Goodness, That’s a Keepers of Order AutoWarlock.” Grandmama said in surprise “After witnessing Wataru’s bravery, I deemed it time to make a choice for yourself. “Spero stated from inside the Machine.“Thank you, Spero.” she said, smiling at the bird as she stepped inside and the Xelguard entered battle mode.“Wataru! I’m coming.” she said as the Xelguard join the others “Glad to see you join the battle Amari” Roxas said blocking on coming fire from the Geppertanks“Yup, she is definitely a hero mage,” Wataru said, making Amari frown.“No, not really You’re more the hero of justice type than I am” she said, “But I'll do what I can!” she declared “OH MY GOD, shut up already” Schwarvenegger shouted “What can some kid, a hippo samurai, some wishy-washy mage, and an edgy knight do?!” he asked rhetorically “Grovel before my awesome power that’s what” he proclaimed “I don’t think so, Schwarvenegger!” Wataru said pointing at him“Your misdeeds end here” Shibaraku added on“We will strike you down” Added Amari “And send you crawling back to your master’s in tears” Roxas finished Ryujinmaru! Everyone! Let’s all work together to kick this guy's butt!

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And so, the battle was on. The Warriors of Justice made up of a Runaway mage and her Magical Familiar, a ten-year-old savior and his dragon god partner, a Samurai and a Nobody turned Dark knight, standing tall and defiant against the forces of Doakdar, defending Monja Village at all costs. Shibaraku glared at the oncoming Geppertanks drawing Senjinmaru’s twin Katana and taking a battle stance 
 
“The turbulent air hovering over Al-Warth really was because The Mt.Sokai rainbow lost its color!” He said to Senjinmaru confirming both their suspicions “In that case, We, Shibaraku Tsurugibe, and Senjinmaru, shall do battle for the world, for the people, and for the cause of peace” He declared “Once we become the heroes saves the world, hot chicks will be lining up out the door to marry me!!!” He declared making his Mashin sweat drop at his pilot’s both noble and perverse goals. “Charge!!!!” he ordered, as Senjinmaru ran towards a group of Geppertanks cutting into each one, leaving deep gashes in the sides of the mechs and also destroying their tank treads Leaving them sitting ducks perfect for Roxas to step in with the Vaisaga 
 
“Take this Seismic Slash.” he called out holding the blade over the Vaisaga’s head before bringing it down, creating a wave of orange energy, then swiped at it with his blade sending it forward barreling through the group of disabled Geppertanks. “Good work Shibaraku” Roxas said, giving the Samurai a thumbs up. 
 
“Tis no problem my young friend” Shibaraku smiled with Senjinmaru giving Roxas a nod and a peace sign, making the nobody chuckle, as he dashed out of the way of oncoming tank fire and tossing a few fire daggers at a few of the mechs, causing them to burst into flames.
 
Roxas himself still didn't know what to make of his current situation, as things had become more complicated, first he found himself in some unknown world, with his abilities greatly hindered, then he finds ancient temple, haunted b the spirit of a dark, but noble knight long since passed, and now finds himself in a giant robot, fighting alongside other giant robots, and a so called dragon god, against some Arnold Schwarzenegger wannabe, in a tank that rival some of the heartless in how odd it looked. “As If my life couldn’t get any stranger” he mumbled to himself, with now the Vaisaga standing back-to-back…or rather, back to knee with Senjinmaru, the two swordsmen showing off their proficiency with a blade, Shibaraku masterful and controlled style, and Roxas’s fast and unorthodox, leaving the Geppertanks that surrounded them in pieces once again. “Hopefully on this quest, i'll run into you Namine” he said hopefully catching Shibaraku’s attention 
 
“Is that your girlfriend’s name? Shibaraku asked, making Roxas sputter unaware someone heard him.
 
“She’s not my Girlfriend” he said as the Vaisaga waved its hand in a goofy fashion “....at least not yet” he said bashfully as despite only knowing Namine for the year he was in the fake Twilight Town. The two nobodies had become quite close, and it was quite obvious to anyone who watched them interact that the two had a mutual attraction to each other .... but both were too nervous to act on it.
 
Shibaraku smirked, “Well then, once the battle is over, you can tell me all about her.” he said, making Roxas blush even harder.
 
Meanwhile Amari and Spero were having their own discussion, as the Xelguard glided across the battlefield, striking it many foes, with either the Vartex Spell or Tempesta 
 
“I’m quite impressed, Master. You found the determination to fight without my or the other’s urging” Spero said quite pleased 
 
Amari smiled “When I saw Wataru out there it made me ashamed of myself “she explained “to see someone so young fight against all odds, made me realize i was being a coward.
 
“Then perhaps he shall be a good influence on you” Spero replied 
 
“It’s hard to say, and it’s not something to think about right now, either way! I’ll fight to protect Monja Village!” she declared as she lined up her shot and smirked “Spirits of Flame Dance, Ignst” she called out as flame attack snaked around the geppertanks and through them, melting them from the inside
 
“Wonderfully done master” Spero said smirking “Now Let us assist Young Wataru” he suggested looking over to the battle between Ryujinmaru and Schwarvenegger’s custom Geppertank…. which had his face on it instead on the generic face on the others.

“Hey, shaver-boy! You think you can stand up to my awesome power?!” The lackey taunted trying to egg the boy on with childish taunts. But Wataru didn't take the bait.
 
“Ryujinmaru and I have justice power! It’ll never lose!” Declared the boy in defiance 
 
“That’s right Wataru! Don’t let him spook you!” Ryujinmaru encouraged his chosen partner.
 
“Come Ryujinmaru! With our power, we’re sure to defeat this oaf and Doakdar too!” Wataru declared making the dragon god chortle in delight 
 
“Right then, Unleash the Enryuken” He ordered as he and Wataru began channeling energy into the gem on his waist and gathering it into his hand 
 
“ENRYUKEN” Wataru shouted before Ryujinmaru tossed the sphere like a baseball straight into the Custom Mashin’s head knocking it back several feet and rattling Schwarvenegger knocking him out of his seat and on to his ass 
 
“Fuck” he groaned shaking his head as looked back at his monitor and screamed in terror as he saw Ryujinmaru descending towards him sword in hand
 
“TORYUKEN” Wataru shouted the blade energized with holy energy
 
“AH SHIT” Schwarvenegger shouted as the blade connected with his Mashin, destroying the face and causing small internal explosions, jamming the weapons “DAMN IT!!!!!” he shouted, “This can’t be happening!!!” He cried before his custom mashin lost all power and died. Schwarvenegger in panic jumped on one of the remaining Geppertanks and made the order.

“RETREAT ALL UNITS RETREAT!!!!!” He commanded as the remaining tanks fled the scene in comedic fashion bumping into each other as they fled, with their leader holding on for dear life. Scurrying away back to his masters. 
 
“Yesss!!!! WE Did it!” Wataru shouted in celebration, causing everyone in the village to erupt in joyous cheers. 
 
“Good Job, on your first battle Wataru” Amari congratulated.

“Yeah Wataru, you were Super Cool” Roxas added in giving the boy a thumbs up. Making the boy blush in embarrassment.
 
Meanwhile on the outskirts of the battlefield, an Avian humanoid, in a red vest, blue shirt and white shorts, a pilot's flight cap on his head, stood by hidden in a tree watching the whole ordeal and frowned “

I only caught the tail end of what happened, but this merits reporting to Doakdar.”

he thought before flying off unnoticed and unseen. 
 
Back with the others Himiko was running up to them cheering happily 
 
“You did it, you did it! Wataru’s so strong! Old guys, Miss, Mister, you guys did good too! “She said, congratulating the group. 
 
“Ryujinmaru deserves the credit more than me” Wataru said humbly 
 
“But seeing you and Ryujinmaru fight inspired me to find my resolve” Amari said her tone full of gratitude “thank you both for that” she finished giving them both a bow, which Wataru returned in kind 
 
“Hey, you saved me first, Amari. Now we’re even, I guess!” 
 
“Miss Amari is right! I, Too, am inspired “ Shibaraku chimed in “It was rude of me to ever doubt you! You’ll make a fine savior!” Shibaraku proclaimed with Senjinmaru nodding in agreement as it bowed in respect towards Ryujinmaru 
 
“Same goes for me “Roxas said “You remind me a lot of… I guess you could call him my brother. You both have this drive to help others, its honestly endearing “he said ruffling Wataru’s hair with a cheeky grin on his face 
 
“Hehe aww shucks. You’re making me blush.” he said, nearly getting a big head until both Shibaraku and Roxas spoke up.
 
“Now now, don't get a swelled head Wataru” Roxas chided “This was only your first battle” 
 
“Roxas is right, Wataru. You’ve got some room for improvement in your combat skills.” Shibaraku said in agreement making Wataru nod in understanding 
 
“Okay.” he said hopefully “Then can both of you train me?” he asked. I have to beat Doakdar and put the color back in Mt.Sokai’s rainbow!” 
 
“I see no issue with that” Roxas said smiling 
 
“Consider it done, we shall teach you in the way of the sword” Shibaraku said proudly 
 
“Then I’ll call you Sensei and Big Bro” Wataru said happily with a smile plastered all over his face “I’ll do it! I’ll take down Doakdar and bring the color back to Mt. Sokai’s rainbow!” he declared, making the others smile as they returned to Monja Village. Where upon returning they were met by thunderous applause from the grateful villagers.
 
“Well done, Wataru” Grandmama said with a kind a smile on her face
 
“I can’t take all the credit. Shibaraku-Sensei, Big Bro Roxas and Big Sis Amari were right there with me.” he said happily with a big smile across his face. Them, and Ryujinmaru. He could eat those guys for breakfast! Am I right, Ryujinmaru ?” he asked the mighty dragon god.
 
“Don’t get cocky, Wataru.” Ryujinmaru scolded lightly, “That was far from the full extent of the Doakdar Army’s power.” He explained 
 
“Whoa, really?”
 
“Yeah, Remember Wataru, there are seven tiers and doubt the rest of them as stupid as that Arnold rip-off, “Roxas reminded the young boy. Getting a nod from him as Ryujinmaru spoke up 
 
“Wataru, I'm going now.” he said shocking the boy 
 
“I thought we were supposed to go beat Doakdar together!” the boy said surprised the Dragon God wasn't going to be sticking around. 
 
“Do not worry Wataru, whenever you need my aid, draw the Sword of Heroes and call for me. “He explained. The Mashin gently ruffled his partner's hair giving him a form of comfort and an eye smile. Then in a flash of golden light he was gone amazing everyone present 
 
“Hey wait a minute! Why can’t you just stick around with us?” Wataru asked, confused and a little hurt “You’re no fun, Ryujinmaru! He pouted 
 
“Don’t be upset Wataru, he’ll be back” Roxas comforted “and besides you still have us” The nobody pointed out as Wataru looked around as his new group of friends and smiled 
 
“Thanks, big bro” He smiled as Shibaraku spoke up 
 
“Wataru, I and Senjinmaru shall lend you our aid in your battle to restore color to the Mt.Sokai Rainbow!” he declared putting a hand on his shoulder with Senjinmaru nodded its head in agreement…. before it took off into the woods and disappeared without a trace
 
“Uhhh where did he go” Amari asked confused at what just happened 
 
“To be honest, I'm not sure where he goes, I just know when he returns any damage takes after leaving disappears” Shibaraku explained scratching the side of his head 
 
Grandmama then spoke up once again “Wataru to restore Mt.Sokai will require you to go on a journey, as The Legend says there is a guide for the Savior at Twin Dragon Rock, on Mt. Dokkoi. Start by going there.” she suggested 
 
“All right, where is Mt. Dokkoi” 
 
“It’s far, far south from here” 
 
“Wait! It’s not in Mt.Sokai?” Roxas asked 
 
“Mt.Sokai is the heart of Al-Warth. In a sense, everything in this world goes through Mt.Sokai.” Grandmama explained “If you wish to save Mt. Sokai, you must save the whole world.” she stated matter-of-factly

“Okay, you got it. We’ll go check out Mt. Dokkoi. “Wataru responded with a smile, all eager to go and save the world. There was just one little hitch…almost none of the group knew how to get there 
 
“I’ve toured many lands in my day, but never have I been to Mt. Dokkoi” Shibaraku said with bemusement 
 
“Don't worry, Spero and I can take you there” Amari said 
 
“Miss Amari?” Shibaraku asked in surprised making her laugh 
 
“Please, just call me Amari. After all, we’ll be traveling companions “ 
 
“Heck yeah! We couldn't ask for better help than Amari and Spero” Wataru cheered making Amari blush and Spero to smile with self-satisfaction 
 
“I assume you don’t mind Spero” she asked 
 
“Certainly not, Master. Where we go is entirely up to you” he said matter-of-factly

“Journeying to save the world has its perks for us, too. Such has new forms of unknown knowledge that our friend Roxas has” The bird said smiling at the masked nobody. Making sure he hadn't forgotten what he promised.
 
“Don’t worry as soon as we’re on the road I'll tell you everything you want to know '' he said, getting a nod from Spero as he turned his attention to the whole group. 
 
“I must urge you all to remain ever vigilant, we wouldn't want our journey to be cut short now would we? “he said with a devious smirk. Amari rolled her eyes and nodded in understanding 
 
“Well Alright then Amari, Lead the Way” Roxas said 
 
“Of course, you can count on me,” she said with a smile, “Now shall we go?’
 
“YEAH!!!! Let's take down Doakdar, together nothing can stop us' ' Wataru cheered as Amari led them out of the village, The Xelguard and Vaisaga having been stocked by the villagers with supplies, set off together in unison heading in the direction of Mt. Dokkoi.
 
A few hours later, night had fallen in Al-Warth, the moon was out, and the stars were shining brightly in the night sky. All was quiet as the party had set up camp for the night. The Xelguard and Vaisaga were in standby mode, waiting for their next battle. Four tents were set up, one for each member, a fire was going with a cast iron pot above, where a stew was brewing, its savory smell filling the air. Unearth a much smaller tent was three things, a portable payphone, and two coolers, both stuffed with food stuff.  The five party members were currently sitting around the fire as Amari and Shibaraku were giving Wataru and Roxas an explanation on the Keepers of Order.
 
“So, the Keepers of Order are mages who battle for justice, right?” Wataru asked
 
“That’s right! The Keepers of Order use magic to put a stop to fighting in Al-Warth.” Shibaraku explained 
 
“Well, the order doesn’t actually use the word “Justice” Amari corrected 
 
“Interesting, so they’re basically a global peace force” Roxas asked 
 
“More or less” Amari said, “The Keeper are Disciples of Ende, God of Wisdom, and custodians of law and order.”
 
“Who exactly is this Ende?” Roxas asked along with Wataru 
 
“Ende is the God of Wisdom, it is said he is the creator of Al-Warth and the deity the Keepers worship and follow. Along with many others '' Shibaraku informed the two other-worlders 
 
“I see” Roxas nodded taking in this new information “So I assume you are a member of the keepers of order as well Amari. Going off all the information you have on them” he said 
 
“That’s why you're helping us isn't its Amari” Wataru asked “Cause you're a mage of Justice”

“Y..Yeah.. I guess” she said, replying a little apprehensive as if she was hiding something from the group. Which Roxas picked up on, it reminded him of when Axel would obfuscate the truth from him. But he decided not to press the issue as she was clearly on their side…so far. He was then pulled from his thoughts as Wataru asked something interesting.
 
“Amari?” 
 
“Yes Wataru?” 
 
“If I joined the Keepers of Order, could I learn to use magic too?” he asked the mage “I need every edge i can get to defeat Doakdar” 
 
Amari gave it some thought “Hmmm… I’m not sure….It takes a certain talent to use magic.” she explained 
 
“Talent?” Shibaraku asked
 
“It's the Ability to sense Od, to be precise “
 
“What’s Od exactly” Roxas asked 
 
“It is the magical element that surrounds us, the magic that makes up Al-Warth itself “She explained “The air, light, fire and everything else in this world is Od”
 
This more confused Wataru more than anything “What does That have to do with magic”
 
Amari smiled as she poured Wataru a bowl of stew “Our magic, Dogmas, involves unifying Od with the magic within us and controlling it” she stated “For example, if we can sense the Od of fire and control, we can manipulate flames” 
 
“Whoa, that sounds awesome” he said, the boy’s alight with wonder before asking “So you don’t chant spells, you know like Abracadabra?”
 
“To channel Dogmas, the most important thing is mental focus, this allows us to commune with the elemental spirits, connected to the Od, to which only five are known. One of Water, one of Fire, one of the wind and Nature, one of light and one of darkness. The Last two are extremely powerful. “she explained “Now some Sorcerers do utter words like you said, but I'm a little different “
 
“To each her own then” Roxas said with a cheeky grin which Amari returned 
 
“I suppose you could say that” she replied, giving a cheeky wink in return, before continuing “The Autowarlocks used by the Keepers, also known as Deenbells, amplify the magical power of each sorcerer. Of Course, as you've seen from many of my battles, maintaining battle level operations tends to be very taxing on a mage's focus and nerves” she explained 
 
“Aww I was hoping the Xelguard could get us to Mt. Dokkoi instantly, but I guess not” Wataru said disappointed
 
“Yeah, while in cruising mode, which doesn't use any magic, The Xelguard here is as slow a human on foot” she explained 
 
This in turn shocked Shibaraku “Hold up, Amari! Couldn’t a sorcerer like you just change the world to suit you?!” he asked 
 
“No single sorcerer has that much powers” Amari said, exasperated as she had heard that question many times from recruits to the keepers. 
 
“Besides if she did, Amari or her superiors would have dealt with Doakdar already” Roxas pointed out not looking up from his food “Besides magic that great is dangerous in the wrong hands” he said before giving it some more thought “Not without years of training anyway.” he trailed off.
 
“Roxas is quite correct” Spero said “Many Keepers in fact hone their magic in the hopes of gaining such power, for the sake of Al-Warth they say” he informed 
 
“Really?!!” Wataru asked, “Let's make me taller, then! Make with 180 centimeters “he said with excitement 
 
Roxas blinked owlishly at that statement “.... you wanna be 5 ft taller” he asked 
 
“Yup” he replied 
 
Amari google before bursting the bubble “I’m sorry, Wataru. There’s no Dogma for that. “ 
 
“Darn” he pouted making everyone laugh “I guess magic isn’t as all powerful as I thought” 
 
“Dogmas are the teachings of the Keepers. You could call them my doctrine. They’re our property, and it takes years of research by many sorcerers to make them.” she explained 
 
“Hmmm…That sounds like a serious pain” 
 
“Its also means creating one’s own Dogmas is an unrealized dream of every Sorcerer”
 
“Hey, Amari! Try testing me to see if I’ve got the talent to be a sorcerer!” Wataru said eagerly 
 
“Okay…Did anything i said ring any bells for you” “she asked hopefully making Roxas and Shibaraku wait with anticipation
 
“No Not Really” he said, causing others to face fault.
 
“You’re the salt of the Earth Wataru” Roxas laughed as Amari had to let him down easy
 
“I’m Sorry. You’re apparently not cut out for using Dogmas.” she said 
 
“Huuuh! But couldn't I make up for that with practice ?!” he asked 
 
Amari shook her head “No, this is something you have to be born with. Well for this school of magic anyway” she admitted “as dogma’s aren't the only forms of Magic in Al-Warth, but people with the talent for Dogmas intuitively sense Od from a young age, and anything learnt about dogmas at young age instantly clicks for them” She explained “That’s how it apparently went for me, since I was 5 years old. 
 
“Makes sense” Shibaraku said “Plus Wataru comes from another world, so it's likely he wouldn’t be able to sense Od in the first place” He said, “The same is likely true for you as well Roxas.”
 
“Very likely, as while I have my own magic, I can't sense Od, at Most I can feel the magic flowing all around us” The Nobody explained, making Wataru’s eyes sparkle.
 
“Big Bro you can use magic?!” he asked excitedly “Could you show me some?’
 
Roxas rubbed the back of his head in slight embarrassment.  “I can try but ever since coming here, something’s been interfering with my magical abilities…cept for my
physiology
that is.”
 
“What does physiology mean?” 
 
“Oh, it means the way my body functions, as I'm not exactly human despite my appearance “he said with a smile, which wowed Wataru, but got puzzled looks from the others. Roxas sighed and looked directly at Spero. “Well, Spero, prepare to have your curiosity sated,” he smirked
 
“I'm looking forward to it, please go on” he motioned with a wing, an intrigued look on his face 
 
“Well, for starters like I said before.” He began “I am not human; I am what’s known as a nobody.”
 
“That’s a mean thing to call yourself “Wataru said frowning getting a chuckle from Roxas
 
“Wataru, I think that’s what Roxas’s Species is called, he isn't calling himself a loser.” Amaari explained 
 
“OH “he said nodding in understanding as Amari motioned for him to continue 
 
“As I was saying, I am what’s called a Nobody, something that shouldn't exist “he said plainly, his tone sounding bitter with an ironic smile on his face. Roxas noticing their confusion sighed “Ah first let me explain what exactly a nobody is” he said “When a being of strong will and heart fall to darkness, they have a decent chance of becoming a nobody, either a less type, or like a me greater class that resemble their original self”
 
“Darkness?” Amari asked, “Do you mean like primordial darkness?”
 
“Exactly that” Roxas nodded
 
“What’s Primordial Darkness “Shibaraku asked 
 
“It's dark magic in its purest form, it is a naturally occurring magical elemental. That is wild, uncontrollable, it is known to either consume or corrupt all in its wake. It is the complete opposite of Primordial Light” Roxas explained shocking Shibaraku and Wataru
 
“So, you're saying you tampered with darkness. “Spero asked as Roxas shook his head 
 
“No “I” didn't, but my other half Sora did…. kind of.” he said awkwardly tilting his head in thought “You see, beings made of pure darkness called Heartless, had been unleashed upon the worlds by an Evil Witch known as Maleficent, and her for better lack of term. Legion of Doom, consisting of Captain Hook, Ursula the Sea Witch, The Sorcerer Jafar, A Bag of Bugs known as Oogie Boogie, and Hades God of the Dead” 
 
“She had a god on her side “Amari asked surprised 
 
“Yuuup, I’ve met him a few times, he talks like a used car salesman if you can believe it.” Roxas snarked, “He’s also a major asshole.”
 
Shibaraku snorted, “That I don't doubt, I've encountered scam artists many times, they all talk the same.” he said shaking his head. 
 
“Anyway, they unleash the heartless upon the worlds in order to obtain the power to rule all worlds. The heartless in turn traveled from world to world consuming the Hearts of all who lived on said world and then the Heart of the world itself, destroying them, scattering its survivors across the multiverse “Roxas said.

“So, like what Doakdar is trying to do to Al-Warth?” Wataru asked 
 
“Sort of” Roxas replied “ Doakdar is more trying to corrupt the world slowly bringing it ruin, while keeping the world's core, its heart intact. While the Heartless destroy everything in their path, purely on instinct. It's very rare to find Heartless with any form of intellect, and the only one I'm aware of is dead.” Roxas explained this catching Spero’s attention
 
“Curious and what was this being’s name” 
 
“His name was Ansem, The Seeker of Darkness, and he was Maleficent hidden benefactor” Roxas explained, and he was a piece of work. It was he who suggested to Maleficent to unleash and capture the Princesses of Light, seven women with pure souls, pure hearts, bearing no darkness within them. He needed the lights of their heartless to open the door to Kingdom Hearts, the heart of all worlds”
 
“Ahh this Kingdom Hearts is where all worlds beyond Al-Warth originate from” Spero said, fascinated with a grin on his face pleased with this newfound knowledge.
 
“Yeah, that's right, now I'm not sure what he wanted it for, mind you” Roxas said scratching the back of his head “Though it likely wasn't good. Thankfully, Sora and his friends Donald .... who's a walking Anthro duck and Goofy who is a walking Anthro dog. “Roxas said expecting confused expressions 
 
“Ah so your other half was friends with Beastmen was he” Amari mused, but now it was Roxas's turn to be confused 
 
“The hell is a beastman?” 
 
“Yeah, What's a beastman?” Wataru Asked confused 
 
“Well, Beastmen are antho-animal humanoids with varying animal attributes. One could little attributes such as claws and whiskers. While others could be more animal-like, fur and feathers and beaks'’ Amari explained “They currently reside in the Land of Beasts, with resident humans.

Ten years ago they had been in a civil war between the beastmen and humans. With humans coming out victorious, it took five years for the Nation to become a superpower once more. After its former leader Lord Genome was killed in battle. “she said 
 
Roxas shook his head “I don’t they’re beastmen Amari. They kind of just are a talking duck and talking dog, but back on track. My other half and his friends managed to defeat Maleficent and her cohorts, using the Power of the Keyblade and saving the princesses of Heart before stopping Ansem’s plan. Though to save all seven there was a small caveat. “
 
“What was it?” 
 
“He contained the heart of one of the Seven Princesses, his close friend and honestly likely girlfriend Kairi. “He explained “When their world known as Destiny Island was destroyed, Kairi lost heart and took refuge inside of Sora. While her body was comatose, being looked after by Maleficent and Sora’s best friend .... Riku” Roxas explained growling out Riku names with a hatred that was almost palpable that no one said a word. Not wanting to touch that minefield. “Ehm anyhow” he said, calming down. “In order to release Kairi’s heart, he needed to release his own and stabbed himself with the Keyblade of Princesses Hearts and released Kairi’s and his own heart. Turning himself into a heartless, thankfully Kairi restored him to normal.
 
“So where do you come in” Spero asked 
 
“Well, when Sora made himself into a heartless and released his heart and Kairi’s he made two special nobodies. The first one being Myself, and the second is someone….” he trailed off blushing “someone very special to me, her name is Namine.” he said 
 
“I see” Amari said with great interest, “But you said you’re a special nobody”
 
“I am, I exist simultaneously alongside Sora, heck I don't even really look like him. Me and Namine are blonde. Sora’s a brunette and Kairi’s a red head, there is also the fact that Namine is even more special. Because Kairi lacks darkness, Namine existing should be impossible, but her heart used Sora’s darkness as a proxy creating Namine” Roxas explained 
 
“Does that make her your sister?” Wataru asked curiously

Roxas almost choked on his stew coughing “what no, we’re born from different people, and don't consider ourselves related.” he explained 
 
“But you said you consider her someone special “ 
 
“Yeah, special in the way your mom likes your dad “he clarified awkwardly 
 
“OOHHH, She’s your girlfriend then!”
 
“No, not yet “he said embarrassed “neither one of us has made a move yet, but i will once i find her here in AL-Warth” 
 
“How do you know she’s here? “Spero asked intrigued 
 
“Well, due to how we were born she and I have an empathic connection of sorts” Roxas explained “We usually have a vague idea of the other is, just the farther away it is, the harder it is to follow. So, while faint I know she is here, she’s just far away”
 
Amari smiled “Well, then I guess we have another task then” She said kindly “
 
“Yeah, let's find Big Bro’s girlfriend” Wataru cheered “But uh where is she exactly?” he asked 
 
“That way.” Roxas said, pointing towards the northeast, “that is the general direction I feel her presence in.”
 
“Ah so, she’s likely in or near the Land of Mana.” Shibaraku acknowledged “It’s one of the more advance places in Al-Warth, your friend should be safe there” he said soothing Roxas’s worries at least for now 
 
“Well, that’s good.” he replied giving a sigh of relief 
 
“Well Roxas’s, I must thank you for this wealth of new enticing information, you have satiated my intellectual curiosity, all expect for one thing” Spero said resting on the Nobody’s shoulder 
 
“Which is?"
 
“What is a Keyblade” he asked looking him dead in the eye
 
“The Keyblade is a living magical weapon that chooses its wielder, and like the name implies it's a sword shaped like a key.  It can unlock and lock any door, chest, what have you.” Roxas explained 
 
“Fascinating, and how does one become chosen by the Keyblade?”  The Familiar asked, eying him intently, and then promptly fell off in shock as Roxas shrugged his shoulders and gave a halfhearted smile.
 
“I have no fucking idea, I'm not even sure my mine chooses me” he explained 
 
“Wait, you have a Keyblade!? Can I see it” Wataru asked excitedly, almost jumping up and down.  
 
“Well firstly I have two, and second, I’m currently unable to call them forth” He explained “Like I can still feel their presence…but something in Al-Warth is preventing me, from calling them forth.” he explained making Amari and Spero raise an eyebrow in thought 
 
“Roxas, as thanks for sating my curiosity. I will find a way for you to re-establish the link between you and your greater magic” Spero said with a bow 
 
Roxas gave the familiar a warm and kind smile “Thank you Spero, I'll be sure to show you and Wataru both my keyblade when it reappears “ 
 
“You mean it!!?” Wataru asked, getting a smirk from Roxas.
 
“Of course, after you’ll be training against it” he said with twisted glee making Wataru sweat buckets, with the others laughing at his expression as Spero turned his attention to Amari 
 
“Master, I have sensed a Gate sign slightly to the south of our location "he said getting her Attention

“What” She asked 
 
“What’s Gate sign” Roxas asked 
 
“An indication that an Otherworld Gate is about to open. And when it does, Al-Warth will connect to another world….
 
MEANWHILE FURTHER AWAY
 
A massive summoning had manifested in the middle of an open field and out stepped a Mecha surging with magical energy. Its armor was like that of a knight, it was silver in color. The light of the moon reflecting on his paint job. Its feet were like that of birds and on its back were six metal wings. With blue pauldrons connecting each set of three wings together. In its hand was a massive, long sword. Its handle and guard were gold in color. On the guard were two green orbs embedded on both sides. Its blade was silver and was almost as tall as the mech wielding it, stopping at its waist. This was the Elemental Lord of Wind, Cybaster. 
 
Inside said mech were three beings. The first was a young man by the age of 17 with short green hair, green eyes, gray pilot's jacket, with the sleeves rolled up. White pilot’s gloves, black pants and brown boots. This was Masaki Andoh, and his shoulders were two cats. One black and the other white. They’re Masaki’s familiars Kuro and Shiro, and all three had just been thrown for a loop. 
 
“Ngh!” he groaned rubbing his head “What’s going on, guys?” he asked his two familiars 
 
“It um, seems like we got sucked into some dimensional flux….” Kuro said gaining their bearings 
 
“And it warped us here, from the look of it” said Shiro waking up, looking the Cybasters’s eyes 
 
“Yeah, this isn’t La Gias, and it's ain't the surface world of Earth, either.” Masaki looked around. “

Still, I’m sensing something here, and it doesn’t seem good.”

he pondered before being pulled from his thought as Shiro got his attention
 
“Masaki, something’s heading our way.” Shiro warned as several of the Keeper’s Golem’s rose from the ground, began to surround him.
 
“Demon Golems?! “Masaki wondered aloud before shaking his head “No not quite” he
 
“They sure look the part though” Kuro said nervously as the golems opened fire on them 
 
“Ah crap, guess peace talks are out” Shiro snarked in a panic 
 
“Well. yeah, if nobody is piloting ‘ em, there’s nobody to talk shit out with” Masaki snarked raising Cybaster’s defensive shields, then he smirked “On the flipside, that means we don’t have to hold back! “he said, shifting Cybaster into battle mode.
 
“Hold on a minute Masaki” Kuro chimed in as Shiro simply sighed 
 
“Can’t say I’m surprised…” they sweat dropped 
 
“I won’t be stopped here! The rest will sort itself out!” Masaki declared “Here we come Golems! Behold the power of Cybaster, Elemental Lord of the Wind” he cried out the wings blowing around him, sword drawn, he dashed forwards. Kuro! Shiro! Let’s roll!” 
 
“Ready when you are!” Shiro called out 
 
“Just be careful Masaki. We don’t know what we’re against, so stay sharp !” Kuro advised  
 
“Don’t need to be told twice” Masaki replied as he raised his sword to the sky and called forth mana into his sword the Discutter “Go CYFLASH”  he cried as the energy was released in outstretching dome, striking 2 for the four golems destroying them on contact. This confused the trio as the Cyflash should have spread out farther striking all four.  “The prana output isn't increasing! What’s wrong with Cybaster?” he demanded 
 
“Maybe something broke when we got caught up in the distortion?” Shiro suggested, but Kuro shook their head 
 
“But there’s no warning message!” he replied as Masaki frowned 
 
“Something feels off..!” he complained before pushing it aside “Guess we’ll just have to suck it up!” he said to Kuro and Shiro as casted a spell “Go High Familiars” he called out as two drones containing the two felines charged at the one remaining golem. While Masaki attacked the other, dashing towards it cleaving it in two as Kuro and Shiro struck the other with magic lightning. Destroying the golems in an instant.  “Whew. That’s that…” Masaki sighed as his Familiar’s returned to him
 
“They were a lot weaker than we expected “ Shiro said raising an eyebrow
 
“Well without anyone to control them, those Golems were probably looking to phone home,” Kuro suggested 
 
“Same as us. Definitely wouldn’t want to have to fight a horde of those things, that's for sure.” Masaki quipped as he, Shiro and Kuro sensed something approaching them ... it was two mecha. The first was unfamiliar to them, but it reminded Masaki of the other Elemental Lords back in La Gias, cept it was bonded to an unknown Element.  But the second was extremely familiar.
 
“Is that the Vaisaga?” he asked in amazement and proceeded to make contact with it. “Lamia is that you there” he asked hoping for at least a familiar face. Instead what he got was a confused male voice
 
“Uhhh no this Roxas, who are you ?” was the replied Masaki got a little disappointed 
 
“I think the guy in pointy silver robot recognizes yours Roxas” Wataru said 
 
“Seems like it” Roxas agreed as Shibaraku turned to Amari 
 
“Do you know that mech from somewhere, Amari it reminds me of Your and Spero’s Xelguard “ the Samurai asked 
 
“I’ve never seen or heard of such a machine, but I sense a lot of power coming from it.” she replied getting a good look at the Cybaster and feeling its massive Aura 
 
“Then that means—” Wataru started 
 
“This one’s like you and me Wataru,an otherworlder “ Roxas finished 
 
“So another Otherworlder has arrived “ Spero noted a serious look on his and Amari’s face 
 
Meanwhile in the Cybaster, The trio were thinking things over hearing the whole discussion over the Comms. 
 
“What should we do Masaki” Kuro asked 
 
“Let’s try talking with’em first” Masaki said “They seem to have the answers we seek and if they turn out to be hostel, we throttle them and go from there” he declared getting a nod from his Familiars
 
“Those piloting those to Mechs, this is Masaki Andoh. Call it a hunch, but this seems like a different world from where I come from. Can we talk? I’m not really sure what’s going on here” He said his message was being received.
 
“Knew it” Wataru said 
 
“It’s up to you Amari” Roxas said “But from what i'm getting he doesn't seem like a bad guy”
 
“I agree” She said smiling “Let's make contact” she said before turning her attention to Cybaster “My name is Amari Aquamarine. Your Requests sounds reasonable to us, please follow us back to camp Masaki” Amari said motioning for Masaki to follow her and Roxas “ That way we talk in person outside our machines” 
 
Masaki nodded “ Sounds good, lead the way “ he said as Amari led him back to their modest little camp. 
 
“Something’s definitely strange is happening in Al-Warth” Amari said to Spero, noting how this was the third Otherworld they have met. Soon all three mechs were placed back into sleep mode and each inhabitant hopped out. Masaki was rather surprised to see his new hosts were. A rather cute looking Mage, her own Familiar in the form of a black parrot, A Ten year boy dressed in magic armor, a Samurai and Knight wear dragon themed purple armor. That seemed to radiate a gentle darkness.
 
Soon Masaki sat around the fire with Kuro and Shiro in his lap began to tell his tale, Wowing the the group with tales of his many battles, and they in turned shared their own tales and current objective 
 
“La Gias…The Holy Kingdom of Langram..” Amari said amazed 
 
“So you’re from Langran and Cybuster was created to help you protect it then” Roxas asked, getting confermated nodded from him.
 
“Yeah, that’s about the gist of it.” Masaki said 
 
“But you can’t open the Gate to return to La Gias ?” Amari asked 
 
“It's more like, it's not gonna happen. Without knowing why Cybaster on the fritz, just trying to open the Gate would be way too dangerous.” he explained scratching the back of his head  “ So, hey. I figure I’m better off helping you guys beat down this Doakdar dude for the time being, if you’ll have us” 
 
“You sure ?!” Wataru asked 
 
“You’re not bad guys. That much is obvious. You’re on a quest to save the world, after all. There’s gotta be some kinda reason for us to meet like this. And I’m to lend a hand until I figure out what that is.” he s aid as Shibaraku gave him a hard pat on the back. 
 
“I like the cut of your jib, Masaki” his tone jovial
 
“Haha thanks Shibaraku” he said, rubbing his back in pain.

“Yeah Shibaraku is like that” Roxas said handing Masaki a blue ice cream
 
“Salty but sweet” he Mumbled before remembering something “Oh Roxas how did you come across the Vaisaga? Cause that's a one of a kind machine” 
 
“I found it in a rundown temple alongside The Kurayami,” he said, holding up the sword. “The spirit of its former wielder found me worthy of inheriting his mantle, “ he said, taking a bite out of his Ice cream bar. He then finally closed Jaaku Dragon and his armor faded away revealing underneath, an all black outfit, completed with a magic black cloak. “ It has a mana engine, and is currently at half power” Roxas explained, making Masaki raise an eyebrow as The VaiSaga he was aware of a machine of science, not magic. 
 
“I see, then This Vaisaga must be native to Al-Warth then” Masaki concluded as continue to make small talk with the rest of the group..all except Spero who was making mental notes of everything being said, and looking over the worlds history 
 
“

Chance openings of Otherworld Gates have been recorded but a scant few times in Al-Warth’s 3000-year history such as The First Calibur and That Race of Dragonkin to the West. Masaki Andoh…and Roxas as well. What do your arrivals portend”