Author's note- Hello! Welcome Back! Well, Here we are at Part 2 of the Revival of the Warrior trilogy. As always, Summaries come first, then Prologues. This story is gonna take longer than the last one. I need to think of the coming chapters. Read and Review!
Eight weeks has passed since Rayde got his memories back, Spyro was gravely injured, and Malefor has returned. The cities are preparing for war. Warfang has built new cannons and mounted Ballistics on the Ramparts. The other cities have prepared as well. Despite of all the preparation, everything is very much the same.
Spyro has almost fully recovered from his injury from Drome, but he still isn't able to fight.. Spyro was released from the hospital the previous night. Spyro and Cynder spent the night together, and everyone made sure they were alone. It was a good thing they did too.
Rayde is the same as ever. He has been recollecting his past memories for clues on how to strengthen himself for the coming fights. Rayde has been training with Physical combat, The Fang Sword, Craitiku, and the Lumanex frequently. Rayde has also enlisted into the Warfang Military. The elder has sent him into a group of 20 other warriors. Felines and Moles alike. They are to intersect an important caravan that is suspected to be supplying Drome's army with weapons and provisions.
Hunter and Archer have been catching up since Hunter found Archer at the White Isle. Archer is now appointed 3rd in command for the Head of Defense in Avalar. Hunter is still Prowless's right hand man. There have been scattered reports of a lone ape hiding in Avalar, Hunter has been appointed to find him and capture him.
Shadow of the Warrior
Prologue
Before Dawn in Avalar
A lone figure is running through the streets of Avalar. The figure is cloaked so he cant be identified. He stops in the middle of a street and looks behind him. No one is seen, but he can hear someone running. "Stop following me, I'm only trying to get home!"
A voice replied soon after, "You were anxious to deliver that letter, and you cleared out before you delivered the letter after you saw me. What are you hiding?" As soon as he said that, an arrow flew towards the figure. The arrow caught the tip of the cloak, tearing it off hood. An ape was the figure. The figure growled and said, "None of your business, now leave me alone!" The figure started to run again.
After running for a while, the figure stopped and looked around. After a moment, he said, "Looks like I lost him." After a moment, a voice spoke behind him, "You would think that, would you?" The figure turned around to see Hunter standing behind him. Hunter grabbed his shoulder. Pinching the pressure points on his shoulder, the figure fell to the ground unconscious.
Hunter knelt down and searched the pockets of the ape. He found a folded letter. He started to read it. The letter explained the weaknesses of all of Avalar's weapons and defenses. Hunter folded the note, and put it in his pocket. He then picked up the ape and threw him over his shoulder. He started to walk towards a three-story building a few blocks away.
Always have to do things the hard way. Hunter thought as he walked on towards the city hall.
Morning in Warfang
Spyro and Cynder were asleep in their bowl at Warfang. Cynder stirred as she woke from her sleep. She looked around and noticed Spyro still asleep. Cynder blushed and thought, I would be tired too after last night. Cynder smiled and got out of the bowl. She then walked out onto the balcony and admired the beautiful morning.
Cynder looked out to the city when she heard someone yawning behind her. She turned to see Spyro stretching, popping several bones in his body. He had two new scars on his body. One on his shoulder from Glament, and one on his chest from Drome. Spyro walked up to Cynder and hugged her saying, "Good morning, love." Cynder hugged back and said, "Good morning to you too sweetheart."
Cynder let go of the embrace and said, "You slept good I could tell, did you have fun last night?" Spyro blushed and said, "I know you did." Cynder blushed as well and kissed Spyro. Right on Que, Sparx flew up and said, "Hello you too. I can tell you guys are in a good mood today." Cynder broke the kiss and glared at Sparx. Sparx replied to the glare, "What? A guy isn't allowed to check on his friend in the morning?"
Spyro laughed and said, "Good morning, Sparx. How are things with you?" Sparx shrugged and replied, "Same as ever. The generals keep on discussing how to better protect ourselves in case of an attack, and they always say the same thing every day. The guardians are also the same as ever, headstrong, confusing, and annoying." Spyro and Cynder laughed at this.
They carried on conversations for the rest of the morning. Just enjoying each others company.
Meanwhile with Rayde
Rayde woke up to the sound of someone yelling at him, "Get up lazy boy! We have work to do! The caravans will be here in two hours. The elder didn't put you in my squad just so you can sleep while others work!" Rayde opened his eyes and saw a feline standing over him. The feline was dark gray with white spots.
"Right away Granite." Rayde said. Granite walked away while Rayde started packing his bedding. These caravans are coming through. Thanks to a very stealthy mole, we found information about this caravan. It is heading towards a desolate area called the Red Canyon. Granite has decided that he best way to stop the caravan, is to intersect it. This area is perfect for that. When Rayde finished, he walked next to Granite and inspected the terrain.
They were on the edge of a wooded area. A plain was stretched out beyond the woods. About 300 feet away, another wooded area stood. The plains cut straight through it. Granite was standing on the edge of the woods overlooking the plains.
Granite looked at Rayde and said, "They will be here in about two hours. This area will be perfect for the assault. Ten of my men will go to the other wooded area nearby, we will attack the caravan by flanking it." After a moment of silence, Granite turned to Rayde and said, "I want you to lead the other group on the attack."
Rayde looked at Granite surprised, "Me?" He said, "I thought you hated me being here." Granite sighed and said, "At first I did. We have 5 new recruits here including you. They are not used to combat. When they were ready to cut and run, you motivated them to remain. When fights broke out, you were the first one to stop it, even if that meant taking punches."
Rayde smiled and said, "Thats just me. I was raised that way, and to be a warrior on the side." Granite grabbed Rayde's shoulders and said, "That is why I want you to lead them. Three qualities signify a good leader. A leader Knows the Way, Go's the Way, and Shows the Way. You show all of these. Now I ask you again, Will you lead the second party?"
Rayde thought for a moment and said. "I will." Granite sighed and said, "Ah, thats good. Now, when we are in position and the caravan gets into position, I will send a signal. The signal will be a flaming arrow shot into the sky. I will select your troops and you will go to the other wooded area." Rayde smiled and said, "Well then, lets get this show on the road. We got a caravan to raid." Granite smiled in response.
Meanwhile at the Mountain of Malefor
Drome was walking through the halls of the mountain fortress. He was thinking deeply about his last encounter with Rayde. How did he get that power? There is something about those strange gems. Good news is that there is no more according to the book. Another thing bugs me, how did Spyro break free of my spell? Perhaps large emotional influence can counteract the spell. Perhaps I should consult Malefor on this matter. Drome then started walking towards the Throne Room.
Drome entered the room and knelt down, "I have come to speak with you, Lord Malefor." Drome looked up to look at his master. Malefor was reading a book titled, The Legend of the Crystal Warrior. He shut the book and said, "You should have shown me this sooner Drome." Drome bowed his head and said, "Apologies Lord Malefor. I intended to show you the book sooner."
Malefor sighed and said, "No matter. I would say that you are here to ask me how Rayde got his power when you fought him? Rayde is able to control 4 elements in all. Crystal, Plasma, Shadow, and Light. How he obtained the asset of this, I do not know, nor does this book tell me. But because of this book, I have an idea. You used a spell to bring out Spyro's dark power, yes?"
Drome nodded in response as Malefor asked another question, "Are you familiar with the name of Kaze?" Drome nodded and looked up at Malefor confused. Malefor continued, "With any good fortune, we will have three new allies, and three enemies of our biggest threats out of the way." Drome's eyes widened as he caught his meaning. "Can you accomplish this feat?" Drome asked
Malefor shook his head and replied, "Not alone, but with you I can. I will teach you how to really control someone through their inner darkness." Drome smiled and bowed. Malefor then said, "You are different than your father. You are smarter and stronger. Your father was arrogant and weak. He couldn't even kill little Spyro."
Drome smiled and said, "You couldn't beat him either." Malefor smiled and replied, "He had Cynder with him, that doesn't count." Drome laughed and said, "Well, if all goes to plan, that won't matter. And if not, I am here by your side. I can handle that purple pest and the traitor at once." Malefor looked at Drome and said, "We will see."
RAH SON YAH!!! Ok, there is the prologue for you. Review. I also have the theme song for Revival of the Warrior up, check it out on the profile. Until then, keep on reading!