Author's Notes:
Wow, it feels really good to be back. I just finished college today so I knew I had to finally update and begin the final story to the trilogy. This entire story is completely planned out from beginning to end so it's just a matter of writing the chapters. I did finish some so as of now I am in a good lead. This chapter was actually written while I was in Florida on vacation.
Soooo, Let's get right back into things.
Enjoy!
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Power of the Elements III: Final Stand
Chapter I: Faith (Pit)
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I have watched you grow, and I must say that I am truly impressed.
I knew you were going to be perfect for the job. You were powerful. You were unique. Each Elemental held a special purpose inside of them. I remember you asking me what use you were in the battle. I was reluctant to answer then, but now you can understand why.
Now you see your purpose.
You and the Elementals have come a long way. The road has been a difficult journey, but striving to the end is part of the fun. You have succeeded in the second step. A team is whole once again. Now it is time to focus on the future.
I understand that this is going to be a difficult time for you. I understand that time has almost reach its limit, but I'm not worried. You have the power. You have the gift. You have the luck.
Remember the question I asked? I had asked what you would do if you were the last one. Would you surrender or would you keep on fighting? I saw the truth. I saw the answer in you before you had made your decision. You are going to keep fighting. You are going follow what you believe is right.
I have faith.
The Elementals will continue to be strong. They will rise victorious in the end.
And you will be right there with them.
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This place felt like home.
The hideout.
The place the Elementals have stayed, and practically lived since the giant battle between good and evil first erupted. He would never forget the look and feel of the small building located on the water of International Drive. So many memories and events have taken place within his previous life, and the one he is living now. He had shared so many memories; those worth remembering and those he wished to forget. All of them were stored away in his mind, and one particular memory that stood out was one that occurred two months ago. It was a tremendous night when they battled against the Donavons, and succeeded in getting Roy back.
The seventeen year old mentor casually stood to his feet. He stuffed his hands into his pockets as he paced across the room to the old pictures on the shelf. Pit Icarus studied the two small pictures sitting side by side in black rectangular frames. The picture on the left was taken years ago when Pit was an Elemental himself. It was the entire gang including their mentor Quanna, who's words and memories continue to haunt him today. The picture on the right was taken a month ago of the new generation of Elementals. Pit was once again in the picture, and despite the giant leap in years remained exactly the same as he did before.
It didn't take long for Pit to recognize the order in which everyone was standing in. He was position in the back next to Link and Zelda, while Marth, Peach and Roy knelt on the ground in front of them. Looking back at the other picture Pit was the one on the ground accompanied by Persia and Lyn. Quanna stood in the back with Lane and Daphnes.
Pit turned his attention to Roy thinking back to the event that almost determined the fate of the world. It was a marvelous day for everyone when Roy returned. They had ventured through hell and back when he was captured by the Donavons almost turning completely against them. It was the determination and teamwork that kept the four together. Now as a full team once more they continued to train awaiting the day when the final stand arrives.
Since the day of Roy's arrival, the Donavons had returned to hiding once again, with the exception of Ness who still hung out with Link's brother. Pit knew Ness was a recruit but didn't let the child bother him as a threat just yet. The cap wearing ten-year-old was powerless, and despite knowing valuable information on the Donavons, was still just a child. The Donavons disappearance gave the Elementals a successful jump back into the war. They were able to train with him and the spirits building in both knowledge and strength.
Marth's powers have developed swiftly over the course of the war. Pit was surely impressed. Marth not only successfully mastered his special abilities, but was close to controlling it without distractions. Marth was an astonishing leader taking over the role when Pit had failed, or was incapable. He is able to keep the team together with ease understanding clearly about the war and everything in between. Pit didn't worry much about his nephew knowing his exact purpose many years from now.
Zelda was another Elemental who has progressed a lot since the beginning. As Pit's eyes turned to her in the photo he thought back to when he first saw her. In his mind he thought of Zelda as a problem. Someone who was going to take a while to convince and have to watch from a far, but Pit was content to say he was wrong. She became stronger with each passing moment forcing her past relationship behind her, and finally understanding her premonitions. Zelda was both graceful and fierce like the wind.
Then Pit eyed Peach, the innocent young blonde who at first didn't believe in herself. He was amazed at Peach's sudden courage and how she formed from a timid peaceful teen to a courageous strong Elemental. Pit saw the power within her, but knew she was the only one responsible for bringing it out. She is the most useful Elemental of them all being able to damage the Donavon's with a simple touch.
Link was an interesting Elemental. His best friend was the first to agree to his destiny, and has made tremendous progress ever since. Though one thing Pit noticed was that Link needs to learn how to control his anger. Link is strong as well able to help the group both ways with his defensive force field, and powerful Elemental attacks. He already uncovered a special ability, but Pit believed there might be more to him than meets the eye.
Roy is the final piece to the Elemental team. He has improved a lot since he returned, showing his determination to the group and himself by training with Pit and his spirit four times a week. He has caught up with the Elementals reaching their training level, but has yet to uncover his special ability. Pit has been watching Roy carefully believing that he hasn't fully escaped the Donavons, nor ever will. Being part Donavon himself it is something he can't escape. Roy is surely a dangerous Elemental, but Pit has high hopes. Roy wouldn't let them down again.
Even though the Elementals have surely progressed over the course of half of year they weren't quite ready to face the King of Evil himself. Pit has seen the powers Ganondorf holds, and was sure each of the Elementals have seen a taste themselves. Ganondorf was hiding behind his minions. It was obvious if they wanted to get rid of Ganondorf they needed to deal with the teenagers who stood in their way.
Pit walked away from the shelves and headed through the quiet safe room. He opened the front door and stepped outside enjoying the fresh warm air on the remarkable February day. The temperatures were warmer than ever in the mid 60's which broke another high this year. The sun was shining high in the bright gorgeous blue sky while numerous puffy white clouds gently soared in the breeze. Pit placed his hands on the railing looking out the calm glass like river in front of him, while listening to the cars race by on the streets behind him.
The world was truly beautiful and Pit wished for more peaceful days like the one they were experiencing. If the Donavons win in the war then they weren't going to see anymore days like this. Pit could already imagine it now. The sun would never shine, and the sky would remain black forever. Everything living would eventually die as the trees lose their green leaves and the grass turns to dirt and rocks. The water would be dark and impossible to see through from being contaminated. Buildings would be destroyed, cars would be useless and everyone would be a prisoner to the Donavons whether fighting for their lives and or falling under pressure agreeing to their horrible schemes and power. The world would be a living hell.
Pit shivered every time the thought crossed his mind. All of this would occur if the Elementals fail to succeed. It was a good thing they never gave up fighting for Roy. With one event out of the way they are able to focus on another and end the war once and for all.
They will win. They will stand victorious.
Pit smiled. He believed.
He believed in faith. And a whole lot of luck.
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Author's Notes:
It's a slow beginning, but I promise things will immediately get interesting from here on. Still, I hope everyone enjoyed it and I hope people are still with me even after the break due to school. I never wanted to have such a long wait in between the second and final story, but life gave me no choice.
The next chapter: Marth
Until Next Time!
