Disclaimer – I do not own Breath of Fire, nor am I associated with the entity that is Capcom.
Well, this is my first attempt at a fanfic, so we'll see how this goes.
My story, while staying true to the BoF 3 chars, will most likely, though I can't say most certaintly, will take place after Myria has been defeated by Ryu and his gang. Hope you enjoy =)
BoF III – Winds of Adversity
Prologue
Sallow hue eyes surveyed the tattered, desolate land. Their owner perched upon a scrap piece of machinery, watching Caer Xhan with keen senses. "Nothing looks too different," his quiet words mingling with the billowing winds interwined with sand, "But, he asked me to keep my eyes peeled." With a chuckle the shadowy figure arises slowly from his slouched position, "What a waste of my time." Just as he was about to turn about he catches glimpse of an unfamiliar being, "Oh my…" his words trailing off as his eyes take in an abyssmal being. A fear swept over him like none he has every experience before, his body shivering in a cold sweat. "I-I have to get back asap." Without a moment's hesitation the agile figure leaps from his position in a lithe, blurred motion as he begans to laugh, almost in a senile manner, "Doesn't this just beat all?"
Chp 1. Reunion
"Halt!" Was all that was spoken from the petite girl blocking the path from McNeil to Wyndia. Her figure wasn't the least bit intimidating for her slender body was adorned in a red outfit, beautiful iridescent wings, too small for flight, resting upon her back.
While not intimidating, thieves and crooks alike have come to know and fear such a voice, who's very being permeated dignity and commanded respect. The Princess of Wyndia, Nina.
The crooks froze in place, fear stricken as they watched the Wyndian forces encompassing them, "W-wait! We'll do as you ask, please spare us!" Falling to their knees, pleading with the princess and her battalion, their words were feeble and sincere.
"Under the authority of Wyndia, and my father the King, I hereby place you under arrest for the countless acts of theft and assault on the denizens of these lands." With a smirk Nina motioned to her men to take the thieves into custody, her commands promptly tended to with urgency and respect. "Yes, Princess Nina!" Was all that was said while the Wyndian forces apprehended the men, escorting them on their journey back to the castle.
"Alright, I'm sure dad will be pleased with the update," she said gleefully to herself, her blue eyes lighting up joyously, "I can't wait to see my parents!" and without another word, she took off to lead the soldiers back to Wyndia.
A loud crash shakes the foundation of the building, the employees becoming startled and quickly exiting the steel establishment.
"Momo?" the concerned coworkers looked on in a nervous anticipation, while explosions were a frequent thing, they were never taken lightly.
The steel door swings open slowly, unforgiving on the hinges as a long, high pitched creak announces the girls exit to the plant yard. "Hm, perhaps the chrysm levels need to come down just a bit, or maybe it's" Entering her own world and train of thought, the young lady covered in soot and small debris, forgets of those around her despite their concerned questions about her well being.
"Well, regardless. I need to go to Wyndia to get some supplies." Her bunny like ears, tipped in a blue hue perking up in excitement, "I'll have to stop by the castle and say hi to Nina while I'm there!" In a fit of glee she hurriedly rushes to take her leave, however she is quickly stopped by her coworkers, "No! Ms. Momo. You have to take a caravan, and look at your clothes, they're ruined!"
Looking down at herself, her usual blue attire with an accent of red, was somewhat shredded and covered in black soot. "Right! Well, perpare a caravan for me! I'll be leaving as soon as I clean up!" her words nearly falling on deaf ears as she sped off to her quarters, yelling back her demand while doing so. "And don't forget about Peco!"
The dancing fire crackles while performing center stage upon the dry logs for all to sit and watch. The warmth emanating from the fire was very beckoning, and Nina's gaze obliged. Lost in thought she stares at the fire, camping out tonight was a good idea. While she had made it home safely, her fondest memories were of Ryu and the gang, and camping out always seemed the best way to bring those memories back so vividly.
She pulls her knees to her chest to hug them closely, this always makes her feel safer, a sigh escaping through her parted lips. "Rei, Momo, Garr, Peco.." she laughs heartily while recalling everyone, her blue eyes lit up each time she thought of them. "Ryu…." Her soft words were spoken with a longing, she missed him the most. She hadn't seen him since Myria was defeated, and it had been a few years since then. A warm, bubbling sensation overtakes her as her cheeks turn rosy, and her stomach turned. Thoughts of Ryu always did this to her, and she couldn't hide it too well.
"Thinking of Ryu, I take it?" the prodding words came from a unkempt figure who's being was slowly taking shape as it neared the camp.
"Rei!" Nina jumped up to welcome him with a hug, his soft fur tickling her cheeks and neck.
"Hey! Easy, I just combed my hair a week ago." He laughs somewhat while returning the hug. "You know, this isn't the safest thing for a princess to do. I'm sure the guards are going crazy trying to find you by now." He walks over to the tent and leans upon a sturdy brace piece, the same way he always does.
Nina moved back to her seat, glad and welcoming the company. "Yes, I'm sure of it. But, I can't help it. We camped out like this so much, I've really grown fond of it."
And with a rustle of leaves and grass, a weary Momo emerged with a dizzy looking Peco following. "Nina! Rei!" she stands there with an inquisitive look upon her face. "Hope I didn't miss too much." She smiled, her ears perking like usual.
Peco immediately took to the fire, falling asleep promptly as slobber bubbles slowly formed….typical Peco.
"Nope, infact. You're right on time." Nina states with a smile as she rose to her feet to welcome her friend, "I've missed you all, very much, and you even brought Peco!" She says in a spirited manner and her actions proved her words. "All that's missing is Ryu, and Garr." She falls silent, remembering Garr's fate.
"Yea, but hey! At least there's still the three of us, and I'm sure Ryu is ok." Rei spoke up, hopeful to appease Nina, as she was quickly falling into a state of sadness. "You never know, he just might."
And if the heavens didn't part and grant their wish, footsteps are heard coming near. "Ryu!" Nina exclaims as she looks towards the figure, hopeful and excited.
"Afraid not, Princess Nina." The owner of the calm voice states, his large stature slowly coming into view. His muscular body wrapped in an oriental robe was more than needed for the gang to recognize who it was, but how? His beak like face with those intense eyes set deep within the socket coming into view.
"Garr!" Words of shock and awe were spoke in unison from Momo and Nina, eyes wide in disbelief.
"How? How are you here?" Momo asks being the one who's hunger for knowledge was only matched by her curiousity.
"That's a long story, in short…" He looks onwards, beyond Nina and the others. "I have him to thank."
Nina turned about quickly, hoping and praying to see the man in her dreams. Her eyes growing wide and lustrous in joy. "R….Ryu?" she whispers, her words barely above a winded whisper
Her prayers answered, a young man stepped near with a purposeful gait. His aura was unmistakable, the kindness,the power, the way his being demanded respect and everyone watched in awe and joy. The blue hair, his heraldic cerulean tinged eyes was enough to put Nina in tears. Drawing ever closer, his red scarf ,undulant in the wind, gradually gave way to reveal his handsome, flawless visage, one well deserving of a prince.
"Well, doesn't this just beat all?"