Hello everyone.. look who is starting another long-term thing she will probably never finish.. it...s. itss. me. hi. So a year and a half ago... about probably more.. im gonna go with the summer of 2012 I came out with a series that I finished within 6 months called Friendship Forged centered around the gender-bend universe of adventure time. At the time the hobbit and some other more grim adventure things were going on so it kinda has that vibe. The full series is here post/41748479883/friendship-forged-bounty-hunter-fionna-help

I'm gonna try to keep as close to the series visually as I can. Or just finishing it, I think thats a better goal. Hope you enjoy It as much as I liked writing it. -H

Friendship Forged

Chapter One

Introduction

The land of Ooo said to be broken and cold. The kingdoms once held within its borders, at a time, used to live in peace and harmony. The flow and riches from kingdom to kingdom shared. Though their planet broken and strange as it has been much of the dwellers of Ooo were happy. They had shared one common enemy, the Ice Queen. It was said that only a true hero could keep the queen in check and with this knowledge each kingdom chose there champion. But none were true, and the dispute to find the true hero left the land of Oo divided against the Queen. Many years had past and only a brave crazy few roamed the lands between them.

We begin our journey at the walls of the great Candy Kingdom. The Candy Kingdom color shines most bright in the sun, but on these dark days the vivid spender was muted against the harsh cold rain. At the gates where the armed guards stand. A wagon approaches with a hooded figure at the rains.

" Halt."

" These were Imports from the breakfast kingdom, and king breakfast."

" I see no imports." said the guard.

" That is why I said where... please I must speak with your lord."

" Hold. No outsiders beyond the first wall."

" Please! A beast in the cave off to the west attacked me. I have little to drink or eat sense the Apple Pit Inn a days journey back. The attack left me so weak, and I am sure I was not the first nor will I be the last."

" There are many a beast in Ooo." Said a small hooded figure that appeared from the shadows, steeping into the light the figure removed there hood.

" Lady Peppermint." The guard exclaimed before bowing. The hooded figure removed his hood and bowed as far as he could upon his wagon.

" What Beast do you speak?" The wagon rider ridden again, but not far enough to meet the Ladies gaze.

" One I had only heard in story to this day. It was a shape shifter, with bright glowing yellow eyes."

Lady Peppermint's gaze shifted downward, in thought.

" Come with me."

The two walked through the soggy streets of the Candy kingdom. On lookers starred in curiosity at the figures going past.

" Raise your hood sir, as to not draw attention."

" Yes my lady."

Not long the two had made it to the front doors. The lady walked with speed in her step through the halls draped in purple and yellow and red with indigo walls. Soon they approached a large door.

" Wait here." and the lady left him, entering the large throne room.

" My lord Gum ball. Pardon the intrusion."

" My dear sweet peppermint. In your years as my caretaker I have not but once questioned your judgment, there is no need to pardon you."

" My lord, there has been another attack. This time the beast has taken the imports from King Breakfast."

" Ah... this is distressing news. Is the rider still alive?"

" Yes my lord."

" Send him in."

The wagon rider approached with caution and tired feet. He looked upon the ruler of the fair and mighty Candy Kingdom. His Pale pink skin complemented by his dark pink tunic his sleeves of fine purple silk, his pants too. The crown placed on his bubblegum hair encrusted with teal gems, and his candy cane sword hanging from his side. He was indeed imposing in looks. He was tall as well, at least six or seven feet tall. His blue eyes looked far older then his face, they were tired, and kind.

" Your majesty, Prince Gum Ball, I beg pardon for my intrusion into your kingdom, I had no intention."

" It is fine traveler. What, if I may ask, is your name."

" Its Bacon sir. Christopher P. Bacon." The rider removed his hood again.

" Christopher my good man. What brings you to my chamber."

" He says he was attacked by the best of the Westland caves."

" My word. Such a beast must have eaten every last import, and perhaps..."

The prince gestured to the wagon riders cloak, where a large tare could be seen. The rider pushed the cloak back revealing a large bite taken from his Bacon side.

" My dear word man. You shall stay here tonight and take rest. We are on well enough terms with the Breakfast Kingdom there should be no threat. I shall send one of my messengers and you shall stay here with us. Guard! Please escort this man to our medical wing." The Prince offered a warm smile and a kind touch the shoulder.

" Thank you my lord." The rider left with the guard, and as soon as the door shut the Princes smile faded.

" My lord this is the third attack this month."

" I am aware Peppermint, they are increasing more and more it seems. At this point we will lose all imports and allies of the west lands and beyond. But what am I to do. Our champion Cinnamon has become useless in these years gone by. No Candy Citizen can fight well enough to slay the beast. Its magic is near as powerful as the Ice Queen herself."

" We could ask..."

" I WILL ASK NOTHING OF HER. The Ice Queen is twisted and cruel. Asking her help for this small task would be trading a basket of lollipops for one fallen scoop of ice cream. It is dangerous and entirely not worth it."

" The guards perhaps?"

" I wish to involve none of the Candy Kingdom. They are strong together in war but against one creature as clever as that beast, they would not stand a chance. I need someone outside. One of the drifters, a bounty hunter. Someone I can pay and be rid of. Do you know anyone of this description?"

" That I do sir."

Sorry this was so quick, hopefully the next one will be longer. -H