Xenoblade Chronicles: The Deadly Saint
A/N: Hello fellow readers, writers, fans of the Xeno series, and whatever fan you are! I welcome you to my little spot on the internet where you can indulge in my take of a story. As the title suggested, I'll be attempting my hands on writing a Xenoblade, specifically, 2's plot, story adaptation with my own plot and spinoff based from the story told so far of XB2 both the main game and the dlc story Torna the Golden Country. In another way of saying, its my take of what happens after the main game. Spoilers are going to be listed so read with caution if you haven't played, beaten, or even grasped the plot of the game. That said, I'll do my best to stay within the lore but expect a twist as the plot progresses. I do hope you enjoy this adventure and always stay awesome and take care!- Poshil
Chapter 1: Alresium, the New Continent
At long last, the remnants of the human and blade race can rest easy as they've finally found the place they can call truly home, Elysium. Ironically, their new home wasn't a lush land of endless resources or vast paradise of wealth, all this time Elysium was always there within their sights, on the very ground they stood on. Both human and blade found peace among themselves and since they strive to build a better future where war is but a forgotten memory.
Since the World Tree's fall, all the Titans across Alrest gathered together and created a continent large enough to fit all the populace and then some with plenty of resources to share, land to prosper, and friendships to cherish.
Now the new continent stands as a testament that the Architect and the denizens of Alrest always believed that the human race has redeemed itself. Peace has truly been achieved.
Much to my displeasure, peace was always boring.
The great Titans across Alrest finally succumb to their slumber. But their struggles will not go in vain. Their deceased bodies flourished to the brim with life and resources to help preserve the remaining people of Alrest for the many generations ahead.
There's plenty to be done now that there's a new land ready to be colonized. The leaders from each nation gathered and agreed to cooperate in rebuilding a new home where they all can coexist. To begin this decree this new government agreed to bestow a fitting name to the new continent, Alresium.
While it will take time, the people are more than eager to start a new life on Alresium and await the new challenges ahead of them in this uncharted land.
"Monologing again are we Rex?"
The sound of a female voice snaps Rex back to reality as he fell off his chair in fright. A quick recovery later and Rex comes eye to eye with his comrade in arms and friend Nia, the female Gormotti who's grin shows signs of possible mischief in the near future or her way of expressing how you've completely embarrassed yourself.
In this case, Rex couldn't help but laugh at how deep he was in thought he couldn't notice Nia approaching him in plain sight.
"Oh bother Rex, you're picking up habits from Bonehead again are ya?" Nia commented as she made her way across the room Rex is currently staying in.
"What storytelling? I thought I got it from Cole, but then again I could've gotten from you considering how much you love sharing your life story."
"Oi, shut it salvage for brains." Nia retorted back at Rex.
"Fine fine, anyway needed something Nia?" Rex asked.
"Just conveying a message from Pyra, dinner's almost ready. So head downstairs when you can."
"Gotcha, be right there in a moment."
That said Nia nodded and left Rex's room as he washes up to prepare for a lovely meal with his friends. Rex has to hand it to Tora for creating this sink in his room, more to the point the new home he and Poppi built for him and the gang minus Morag and Zeke as they have their own loyal duties to attend to. Not only the place was built in mere days he also created a canal to channel water from a nearby river to produce electricity with the help of the Mor Ardain advanced technology. After admiring the handiwork Rex dries up his hands and makes his way downstairs.
Moments later Rex makes his way downstairs to a small dining room where Nia and her blade Dromarch prepare for the meal with an array of plates and silverware awaiting to be put to use.
"Master Rex." Dromarch greeted Rex as he bowed in respect.
"Pleasure mate, and Dromarch there's no need to be so formal." Rex replied once he steps foot into the dining room.
Rex then made his way to a nearby counter to pour glasses of water for each table mat set and with that the table is set for Pyra's food. Not too long after the fire blade Pyra emerges from the nearby kitchen with several trays of food on each arm. Following behind the artificial blade Poppi emerges with even more trays of food than Pyra, but somehow manages to keep a perfect posture and not dropping a single drop.
"Poppi, why are you in your QT form?" Nia asking the blade.
"Master Pon says it would be fitting to use my QT abilities to achieve perfect servitude for feasty feasty." the robotic blade replied cheerfully.
"Ah Tora, will he ever change?"
"Fraid not Nia, but honestly Tora wouldn't be Tora without his...uniqueness." Rex added.
"Tora takes offense to that!"
Returning from his newly built workshop, the young Nopon Tora enters Rex's home and eager to enjoy a much-needed meal. From top to bottom, the nopon was covered in grease stains and dirt. From the looks of things, Tora had quite the productive day in his workshop. Despite this Tora invites himself to a chair much to everyone's displeasure to see Tora staining the floor and chair.
"But Tora is kind to Rex Rex and will forgive the remark, now time for feasty feasty-"
"Master Pon!" Poppi shouted as she stood between Tora and the dining table. "Poppi will not allow stains to ruin tonight's meal!" she shouted as she pointed at Tora's dirty clothing from work.
"Poppi that can wait! Tora is quite hungry from inventing new machines to better life for all!" Tora replied as he tried to maneuver around the robotic blade.
"No means no Masterpon! Now clean up or no Din Din for Nopon!"
"Meh meh meh Fine Poppi!" The nopon pouted. Tora stormed out of the house to get cleaned up with Poppi following behind to ensure he actually does wash up.
Once Tora met the standard of cleanliness according to Poppi, the gang gathered around the table and indulge the wonderful dishes prepared by Pyra. Rex found it odd to see Mythra miss out on dinner but a quick confirmation from Pyra states that the new government is in need of Mythra's strength in clearing some obstacles on the new continent.
Amidst the meal, Rex once again gets lost in thought as he continued to process how life's changed drastically since the Titans formed this new land. With the World Tree gone, something changed in the very air like a massive burden off his shoulders. It was as it seemed easier to breathe, not taking account with the Cloud Sea vanishing after the World Tree's collapse. He's certain something seems off.
Evening met night as the group finished cleaning up and head off to their respective rooms for bed, leaving Rex alone with Pyra to await for Mythra's return. It got late and the two started to worry about their friend. Mythra wasn't much of a late sleeper and she never misses out on sleep.
Out of nowhere, a low rumble shook the house to Rex and Pyra's surprise. Nothing in the vicinity had the power to shake the very ground since Rex made sure he picked a quiet place to build a house. Preparing for the worst case scenario of a monster attack, the two quickly ran outside to face a Titan mourned in the Lakeside near the house. To Rex and Pyra's joy, the Titan was no other than Azurda, or what most people like nicknaming "Gramps." Mounted on his backside was a tired Mythra as she hops off the elder Titan and onto the soft grass.
"MIss me guys?" Mytha said as she assumed Rex and Pyra were her welcome party.
"Where have you been?" Rex asked.
"Militants from Mor Ardain and Gormott got in a scuffle with the land's resident beasties. They were no match for my skill of course but it definitely brings up a point that weren't out of the woods from danger in Alresium." Mythra stated.
"That's a mighty shame really." Pyra added. "In a way, aren't we intruding these creatures' home in a way?"
"When you put it that way Pyra, its a tough matter in what's considered intruding." Rex comforted the concerned blade. "Life's a surprise with this place. The Titans gathered together to unite our worlds as one but even then there are still creatures, even people out there trying to find an excuse to bring back a war. Honestly, if I have to put it bluntly, it's either us or them."
"Hm." Pyra nodded.
"But enough of that, Mythra you must be hungry. Come on in, Pyra prepared some amazing Cloud Sea Crab sticks and Trout Stralu."
"Oh don't mind me!" Mythra gleefully responded as she skips inside with her appetite in peak form.
Later on the night, the three eventually retired to their rooms and the house fell in a peaceful slumber, minus Azurda who was outside by the lakeside. After reverting his smaller stature to ease his small body on the grass, he kicks back to admire the many stars in the sky. The many years he lived he could never grow tired of seeing a sight like this.
"One of the many wonders I find fascinating on how the Architect devised natural beauty to the world." a voice interrupted Azurda's alone time.
"Ah Dromarch!" Azurda greeting the blade. "Couldn't sleep I presume?"
"Hm. I have too much to wonder about this new land. My curiosity has left me to wonder sometimes at night to study the unknown plantation across the plains."
"Just be careful my friend, you may never know when your curiosity may stumble you upon something lethal. Plants can be just as dangerous as any monster."
"Indeed."
The two continued gazing into the night sky in awe of the vast stars scattered about. While it would be a good time to enjoy the peace, Azurda too feels some uneasy thoughts like Rex from earlier. Dromarch caught on to Azurda's furrowed brow as he opened up asking:
"Curious, what's troubling your thoughts?"
"Oh, I appreciate it for you asking my friend. I've been wondering, the very ether flowing this land is somewhat unnatural. While its far plentiful and crisper than Alrest, something feels off."
"How so?"
"Ever wonder since we came to his new land, you don't feel as dependent to Nia in terms of life force, like as though you're plenty fine on your own when in combat for example?"
"Now that you mention it..." Dromarch mumbled as of lately he feels much more powerful and younger in a way since living here.
"I have a theory: when the Architect left this world, I felt he broke the bonds between driver and blade. By bond, I mean how much a driver and blade depend on each other in supplying each other life force or ether so to speak. In a way, I think the Architect wanted the Blades to live like regular people by cutting off their needs for ether."
"Or in our case, a pet."
"I prefer loyal companion but yeah I could get used to this."
"You know, you may be right Azurda. I've noticed it with other blades I've come across. We've always lived as equals between blade and driver mainly because that's how we needed each other to actually survive. Now, I'm kinda glad the Architect did this. I can help support my lady with all my might without her being in pain."
"Hm, well said Dromarch. Anyway, twas a nice chat but I think I could use a couple of Z's. Let' head on inside friend."
A/N: That wraps up this chapter. Thanks for taking the time reading this. All characters belong to Nintendo and Monolith Soft.