This is a Yu-Gi-Oh! and Bleach fanfiction story. It had been awhile since I written a story so please understand my rustiness. I will be posting this fanfiction once a week. Please do not impose any negative comments, harsh criticism or thoughts. Constructive, positive and thoughtful criticisms are accepted.

Thank you and enjoy!

Icestar123

Chapter 1

"Kariya you bastard!" Ichigo growled, raising his zanpakuto towards the bount leader. Kariya let out a laugh. All around them, bits of rock and rubble scattered loosely on the ground. Near the trees, were his friends who were watching the battle commerce. Uryu, Orihime, Rukia, Renji, Yoruichi and Chad. Even Byakuya was there also. He was losing his strength and fast. The substitute Soul Reaper knew full well that he had his limits for how much his body could take but it didn't mean that he would let Kariya have his way. He had vowed on his life to not let that happen. In fact, the soul purpose he came here to fight was to take down the man before him now. Ichigo panted heavily to catch his breath before tching.

"My, you are still standing after that long battle? How amusing. It would appear that I underestimated you Ichigo." Kariya commented with a sneer, a sinister grin spreading around his lips. "Why not give up just now and allow the entire Soul Society be annihilated by the power I possessed?"

"Like hell I'll allow you, dammit!" Ichigo snapped, leaping forward in an immense speed, raising his blade to send an infuriating blow. With ease, Kariya stepped to the side slightly and counterattacked with his own doll in defense. In his Bankai form, the substitute Soul Reaper could keep up easily against Kariya's speed and attacks. However, it was limited. he can only go so far and Ichigo knew full well he was nearing that limit. After a few spontaneous attacks on both parties, Kariya suddenly stopped and breathed out a sigh.

"How persistent. Sadly, I cannot continue this 'dance' we are having now. It is about time to release the seal and obliterate the Soul Society once and for all. Prepare to face the end!" With another sinister laugh, the man focused his energy that was on his chest, allowing it to slowly and gradually be released so it would explode. Ichigo's eyes went wide.

Oh no, am I too late to stop him? Damn, I better act fast or else all is lost! Ichigo thought in his mind, gripping on his zanpakuto harder than he ever had before. He could feel Zangetsu pulsate through his body like rippling fire.

"Not so fast Kariya! ARRRRAAHHHHH!" He yelled, letting out a warrior cry. With great concentration, he used whatever spiritual power remained to prepare himself. As he did so, he glared towards his enemy before him, aware Kariya's power was gradually increasing. He needed to focus or else he may not stop him. Without a moment of hesitation, Ichigo charged forward again, letting out another warrior cry of battle. Raising his blade towards him, both blades clashed and Kariya gritted his teeth.

"So you wanted to fight me then? Very well. Let this be the last 'dance' we have before this power is fully enveloped inside of me so this place will vanish from existence!" Kariya grinned widely before the two extremely powerful men parted from each other again, only to charge at one another once more. After a series of clashes and blows, Ichigo sensed that the seal was released fully and the full power was about to set off. There was little time to waste. He no longer needed to hesitate. In fact, hesitation no longer became an option. Gritting his teeth, he let out another warrior cry.

"KARIYAAAA!" Ichigo roared, charging forward while raising his zanpakuto striking down on the Bount. As he did so, an explosion took place at the cliff, a light so powerful beginning to swallow everyone surrounding it. When it cleared, everyone who was there, including Ichigo are gone.

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"Hey Yuugi, wait up!" Joey called out from where he was, dashing towards the small form in the distance. Yuugi was preoccupied that he barely noticed Joey was calling for him. Pausing, he looked momentary surprised until he smiled lightly.

"Ohhh Joey! What brings you here? Something the matter?" The young teen replied casually, turning to stare at him. Joey laughed awkwardly, scratching the back of his head. Confused, Yuugi tilted his head to the side slightly while his eyes blinked once.

"Ohh well I thought me, Tristan and Tea were to walk with you to your game shop and hang out there for a bit. Ya know, just chill there and all. That okay with ya?" Joey suggested with a smile. Yuugi's face lit up when he heard his friends wanted to come to his little shop. It had been awhile since the four of them last hung out with each other and now seemed like a perfect time to hang out. There was no doubt that Yuugi was excited.

"Ohh uhhh sure! Although...where is Tristan and Tea? Are they hiding or something?" Yuugi questioned, giving a quick look around. Yuugi could only think of two reason. Either they are pulling a prank on him or they haven't arrived yet. Two seconds later, the sound of distant running could be heard along with a rather loud shout across the street from the direction Joey just came from.

I have a bad feeling about this... hehe... Yugi thought in his mind, nervously laughing a little. A cloud of dust began to form in the distance, indicating what seemed like a horde of people coming after them. Yami's spirit appeared, his arms folded.

You think so? I hope you are right... Yami replied, watching the dust up ahead for a bit before vanishing back into the Puzzle. Having still being the host for the Pharaoh, it was understandable from time to time. Sometimes, Yami couldn't understand everything that is going on around here. His time period before and now are completely different. Yuugi sighed softly to himself, watching as Tristan and Tea's figure appeared within the cloud of dust. Their expressions obviously looked very displeased. Angry maybe? Moments later, the two skidded to a stop once they are in front of Joey.

"What's the big deal for leaving me and Tea behind!? Have you lost your mind!? To think you will still consider us even friends and just dumping us like that! It took us 10 minutes to catch up to you!" Tristan snapped, glaring towards his friend. They were still regaining their breath from the long distance running. At least, Tea seemed to still be catching her breath. Tristan looked recovered and ready to rip Joey's head off. Yuugi nervously chuckled. Joey scowled and glared back.

"Ohh yeah? And what would happen if I didn't run on ahead of you? Yuugi would have arrived at his house before we get a chance to walk with 'im! So who's fault are you pointing at now?" Joey half mocked and half sneered. Tristan's glared deepen, enough to drill holes into the blonde's head.

"Why you..." Tristan growled and looked ready to punch Joey right at the face. his fist was raised in the air, his eyes burning with angry fire. However, Tea intercepted before anything 'ugly' happened. A motherly glare pierced from her eyes, scowling.

"Alright, alright you two that is enough. I don't care who's at fault here. Besides, are we going to stand here just arguing when Yuugi is clearly waiting for us here? The both of you can be such a pain in the ass sometimes!" Tea chided, hands on her hips. The two boys huffed angrily before turning their backs on each other. Yuugi scratched his head, a shy sheepish smile on his lips.

"W-Weell...I guess we should get going then before the day gets a little bit too dark huh? After all, can't keep having Grandpa worried hehe..." Yuugi suggested. Tea turned to Yuugi with bright smile and nodded eagerly.

"Yeah we should totally get going! Although not after those two are being total grump freaks from arguing to each other.." She replied, rolling her eyes. "Anyway, let's just go and worry about them later. They shouldn't worry you too much, Yuugi."

"R-Right. Let's go then." He agreed with a smile and began to walk towards his house again. Tea, Tristan and Joey followed after, though it seemed like they will be silent for awhile. Tea had other ideas to keep the boys at bay by standing in between them. However not longer after they walked, Yami's spirit suddenly appeared, halting Yuugi's tracks immediately. Yuugi could feel the Pharaoh was disturbed and possibly worried.

Yuugi, something isn't right. I suddenly sensed something unfamiliar here. It's coming from the downtown part of Domino City. Yami cautioned, narrowing his eyes to where he felt his unease. Something did feel off. Yuugi knew that whatever the Pharaoh was sensing is bad. There is a chance he had to let Yami take over. He turned towards the spirit.

Really? Is it that bad, Pharaoh? Yuugi questioned in his mind, concerned. Yami looked thoughtful before giving an answer.

Perhaps. If you allow me to take over, I'll investigate on the matter. The Pharaoh suggested. He could not agree more. With a nod, Yuugi closed his eyes. Feeling the Millennium Puzzle's power, he used it to switch so Yami could take over. Once he took over, the older teen opened his eyes. It looked as though his friends noticed his change of appearance. They were staring quite seriously at him.

"Huh? Yuug, what's the matter?" Joey asked, narrowing his eyes. Yami turned towards the three with a firm look on his eyes. They blinked when seeing that strong determination. Obviously, something must have been up.

"I sensed something unfamiliar near the downtown area. I intend to head there to investigate. You guys can go ahead to the game shop and tell Grandpa I won't be back for a little while." He replied. Although he was looking at Joey, his response was towards his other two friends beside him.

"Now hang on. We can't just allow you to go without the three of us! We are friends remember? Friends stick together no matter what! So don't count us out on this one!" Tristan defended, taking a step forward. Tea nodded and clasped both of her hands together in almost begging motion.

"Please Yuugi, I know you don't want us in danger but we want to help as much as we can. We can go there together and face whatever is coming there. I'm certain you need our support as much as you wanted." Tea pleaded. Yami blinked. Deep inside, Yami had to admire the convictions they had to helping Yuugi the whole way. Joey's response not long came after Tea's one.

"Awww come on Yuug! We ain't leaving ya here to deal with the problem here all by yourself! Now come on and let's go already! I ain't here to not go through whatever goin' on there. I'll battle it out with ya till the end! 'Sides, we always fought battles together!" Joey reminded Yami with a grin, lightly patting Yami's back. He felt a bit of encouragement from their support. It was made clear their minds were made up. They will stick side by side till the very end. With a brief smile, he nodded.

"Very well. Let us go. I believe we better hurry as soon as we can." Yami warned before turning towards the downtown area, allowing his legs to carrying him as fast as he possibly can, feeling the other three are following after him.

Whatever that may be, it must have landed here just moments ago. I just hope I can get there in time so no one there gets hurt! Yuugi's thoughts rang through his mind, their thoughts shared. As they swivelled throughout the city and towards the downtown area, they noticed that the people probably had not noticed anything unusual happening, much less what may have been happening. Yami was slightly baffled by this, watching as he continued on his pursuit. Something didn't felt right. Why would the people not notice a possible catastrophe by now?

As soon as they entered the downtown area of the city, the spiritual feeling Yami felt earlier increased by fivefold, affirming his earlier feeling. He narrowed his eyes. Spite the odd unbalance of force around the area, people seemed to be on their normal routine, keeping themselves busy.

"That's odd. No one seems to be in a panic here." Joey pointed out Yami's thoughts with furrowed brows. The rest of his friends agreed.

"I noticed." Yami agreed, looking around cautiously, "Could I have been wrong about this sensation I am getting?"

"No, I doubt it. I'm sure there must been some reason for you to detect this very easily." Tea encouraged with a smile. "Besides, by far you institution towards these kinds of things have never been wrong right, Yuugi?"

"You may be right. Perhaps if we walk ourselves amongst the downtown area we may find something then." Yami settled, smiling briefly. Encouraged, his determination returned. They must find the source as soon as they can.

"All right! Let's go 'n find this weird feeling whatever it may be." Joey cheered with a cheshire grin. Seeing their enthusiasm in finding this odd source, Yami smiled briefly and nodded. Together, they headed down the main downtown street of Domino City. There was one thing to be sure of. This unknown force in this area was unnatural and must be found. There was no way it cannot be gone undiscovered. They will stop it, whatever it is.

Back in their connected minds, Yuugi looked extremely worried. Legs crossed, he pondered who the unknown force is. Yami moved to sit next to his host.

I just hope we can find this source before anything bad happens. Yuugi voiced his thoughts. Yami smiled encouragingly.

Everything is alright. You have me and your friends for support all the way. We can all do this together. Yami reassured. Yuugi could feel almost warmed in his heart. He smiled and nodded.

Yes let's do this together Pharaoh!

To be continued...