AN- I actually had this in mind for a while now. I just couldn't figure out how to start it. But, I've finally decided on how to start it ^_^. I think this is going to be one of my longest stories yet (I think Life Lessons maybe shorter…but I dunno.)

*This story occurred to me when my brother and I were having a decision about the 12 original characters in the first installment of SSB series. I asked him why they kept those 12 character throughout the whole series (Yeah...I guess that is a dumb question eh XD?) And he answered, saying that they are "the ones" that started this WHOLE series in the first place. They HAVE to keep them, cause without them, they wouldn't be selling the game in the first place. If they took any of them out...well that would be just wrong and pointless. (Well, that was in his opinion anyways :P) Well to me, it totally inspired me and so I put his opinion into a concept with somewhat of a twist. So, I guess this is what I got out of it. ^^*

Disclaimer-I own NOTHING of Nintendo!...All I own is my laptop I type on and I guess the plot too..I think (lol)!

First off, The Prologue!

Oh! Just so you know this is an action/adventure, suspense, drama (drama in the later chapters probably) and some humour. So I hope you'll enjoy it :)

Prologue: When and where it all began

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In this universe; an universe completely oblivious to us humans on Earth. Is created by an unknown "force" and "kind".

This "force" created a world for heroes, friends and foes to fight each other…nothing more.

This world started out with nothing, but with two embodied Hands. However, they knew this universe cannot exist with only their power. They needed more power to prove this universe and world exist.

They found 12 heroes from many different universe and made them descend to their universe. Each one of them having a orb within them. With a symbol engraved, representing their universe where they originated from. If these orbs and the chosen ones are to be removed from this world, this universe will slowly become unstable and go under chaos. This is a secret that no one should ever know about.

These Hands chose to hide 4 out of the 12 fighters into the shadows until the others brought them back into the light as test to see if these fighters were worthy.

Fortunately, the remaining 8 were able to pass this test, proving themselves and the revived 4 worthy.

And so, the Hands realize with these 12 chosen fighters, this universe can exist and be stable. They are the "life force" of this world and universe, along with the Hands of course. Without them, this universe and world will face destruction. This too, is a secret that cannot be let out to anyone ever.

The fighters do nothing, but fight each other till the end. Of course, the Hands could not let them die, so they gave each fighter a "curse" of turning into lifeless trophies once defeated.

The only way to be brought back to this world is to be revived by another fighter by just a touch of their base. And so these 12 fighters fought each other like an endless stream under these circumstances.

Fast forwarding through time, after many years of these fighters fighting to no end. The fighters grew tired of this meaningless fighting and slowly began to stop. The Hands quickly realized this and decided to bring more fighters into this universe. More fighters from other universes descended upon this world. To their fortunate, many of the fighters were from the same universe as the chosen 12. Therefore, giving more stabilization to this world.

However, those who are related and are from the same universe as the Chosen 12, comes with unknown consequences.

Many of the fighters have made friends along the way and also enemies too.

A few years passed again and time repeated itself again. More fighters descended onto this universe, but some fighters had to leave due to unknown reasons.

However, few of them stayed though, especially the Chosen 12; who must stay and live in this universe forever or else...

But, this time a dark force has invaded this world and used the fighter's "curse" to their advantage. Their plan were to turn all the fighters into trophies, harness their powers and take over this universe. Even a few of the fighters betrayed the others to side with the evil for power.

The remaining fighters went through much conflict and pain to get through, what they called "The Darkest Hour". Luckily, they pulled through and made the traitors realize their mistakes. They eventually united with each other and defeated the dark force. Vanquishing it away from this world and restoring light back to this universe. After this huge event, the Hands decided to lift the fighter's "curse" to prevent anything like this from happening again.

They created a residence for the fighters to live in peace, since they couldn't let them go back to their own worlds. They also decided the fighters should have the freedom of choice to fight who they want and whenever they want.

3 months have passed after "The Darkest Hour" and now the fighters are living at peace. But, unknown to them, the almighty secrets of this universe has somehow gotten out and reached a new rising evil.

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"So, there is a way to destroy this universe completely huh?" Asked Chaos.

His servant nodded and smirked evilly. "Yes, it seems so. The 12 chosen fighters are the source of this universe's existence. Hehe...lucky for us, some of the other fighters are from the same universe they are originated from."

Chaos rubbed his chin. "Hmm...is that so? Who might these 12 chosen ones be?" He asked curiously.

His servant released 12 balls of light and set them in front of his master. Slowly, the balls of light revealed faces. "My master these are the chosen ones...the so called "life force" of this universe. Mario, Luigi, Link, Donkey Kong, Pikachu, Fox McCloud, Kirby, Ness, Yoshi, Samus Aran, Captain Falcon and Jigglypuff."

"So you're telling me these are the chosen ones?" Chaos started to laugh. "HA! These so called "creators" chose them? A few human beings, an anamorphic-looking animal, strange looking creatures, a kid and a pink puffball? They don't look that strong!"

The servant kneeled down. "My sire, please do not be deceived by their appearances. They are quite powerful; the "creators" are not fools. They chose these 12 for a reason. We must not let our guard just because of their appearances."

Chaos stopped laughing. "Your right my servant, we mustn't let our guard down. We must formulate a clever plan to capture the chosen ones. I wonder what would befall this world if their precious "life force" were to die...Wait! Didn't you say that some of the other fighters were from the same universe as the chosen ones?" He asked.

"Indeed I did, Sire." His servant replied. "What do you have in mind?"

Chaos put up a wicked smirk. "Hehe, I wonder what would happen to their "representatives" or "underlings" if the so called "Chosen ones" were to disappear too? I think I've have a plan in mind already."

"Wait my master! I've forgotten to mention each of the chosen 12 has an orb inside them, representing their world they came from."

Chaos smirked even bigger. "Ah, even better! If I am correct, we will be able to kill 2 birds with one stone! What fools these "creators" are!" He started to laugh menacingly. "Come, we must make preparations! This is a grand show I must attend to and then destroy. Soon this world fall into chaos and will cease to exist!"

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AN-Probably you know what "The Darkest Hour" was right? ;P Well, all I can say is...

To be continued....;D see ya until next time!

Please R&R :)