The Raging Necropolis

Chapter One

The Ascension to the Skies

SUMMARY FOR THE STORY: Cronus has succeeded in capturing the Herald Staff of Hermes, and now controls the Griffins, and every horrible creature on earth. Not only that, but he summons the Hydra and others from the past! Jay and the others must stop Cronus and his monsters from causing utter chaos upon the world. As a strange floating block enters the skies, the young ones must stop another familiar foe as well…


Cronus laughed hysterically at the battered group, swinging his monstrous scythe all around like a maniac. The giants chuckled nervously, afraid but happy all the same. A golden caduceus was held by Agnon, the brown-skinned giant. A gasp escaped Jay's lips as Cronus struck the ground, unleashing a torrent of waves.

The teens cried out and were blasted back. Now a huge laugh escaped the giants. Cronus forced to stop laughing, but fell unto the ground, laughing once more. The god of time pounded the ground, laughing like clown and rolling around like a log.

"After two years, the seven children are defeated. The time has come to claim my reward." Cronus snatched the caduceus from Agnon's hands, marvelling the craftsmanship. His fingers slid up and down the golden surface, admiring it.

"Griffins!" shouted Cronus. "Come to your new master!"

A screech sounded and Griffins flew out of the sky, clawing at the small group of teenagers before landing in front of Cronus. The leading Griffin bowed before the god, and then screeched loudly.

"Slay the seven heroes before your eyes, Griffins!" barked Cronus.

The Griffins screeched once more and flew at the group, talons outstretched. Jay gasped, raising his blade to defend himself. A Griffin clawed it away and slammed Jay to the ground. Archie lunged at an attacking Griffin, leaving a huge gash on the creature. A screech came from the Griffin's beak, and then fell motionless to the ground.

Neil screamed and ducked as a Griffin flew past, missing his head by an inch. The Griffin glared at Neil and turned forward. It squealed with fear as it collided against a tree trunk.

A large whip cut through two Griffins, leaving them with large gashes and cuts. Archie gritted his teeth angrily. If they keep this up, they're doomed. On the corner of his eye he saw a revived Jay and an angry Theresa fighting a large Griffin, driving it against a nearby tree. The woods were silent but hideous in the afternoon sun. Odie let out a cry of defeat as a Griffin knocked him cold, but was lifted up by Herry.

Herry simply threw the Griffin away—towards the giants. A loud crash sounded and the giants were in a heap, dazed. The Griffin tried to stand, but collapsed due to the heavy crash with the giants.

Cronus growled angrily. He cast open a portal, waved at the fighting scene and walked in. The fiery circle closed behind him as the Griffins retreated, ascending to their cloudy home. Neil's head popped from behind a rock, dust all over his face. He took out his mirror and began fixing his blond "beautiful" hair.

"We're defeated," said Archie angrily. "I can't believe it!"

"Come on, guys," said Jay. "We better get back."

In silent defeat, they exited the clearing. The battered group trekked through the deep forest, silently weeping their defeat. Odie, carried by Herry and Archie, was silent, his breathing heavy.

Little did they notice a pair of red eyes, gleaming brightly with two more pairs of eyes, watching the teens' every move.