Hey guys! just an FYI this is the edited version of the orginal first chptr for those who are following. and if you don't like my story, then plz don't bother reading anymore! i don't care if you think its bad or if its not following the GX series, i just ask that you respect my idea for the story. i'm doing my best here, so plz no flamers!

anyways, enjoy!

Akaya Coles is a sixteen year old American duelist who was enrolling in Duel Academy on the request of her older brother and uncle/godfather Pegasus to try and help her get her passion for dueling up again. When she arrived, she refused to talk to anyone, let alone pick up a duel disk, and tried to distance herself from everyone is the school. that, however, wouldn't stop Jaden and his friends from trying to befriend her. Jaden begins to realize that Akaya was hiding something and tries to help her overcome the scars from her past.

As things were looking up, a dark power once again descended on the academy and threatened the balance of light and darkness. so, why does it seem that Akaya and Jaden are the only ones targeted and what is with these visions of Jaden as a prince and Akaya being a sorceress? Can they work together to save everyone, or will one of them fall into the realm of shadows?

Smack-dab in the middle of the ocean of the coast Japan lies an island that serves as a temporary placement for the aspiring school known as Duel Academy. There, students learn tactics, basics, strategies and history of the legendary card game: Duel Monsters. But enough about the school, this story begins with our faithful and ever loveable Jaden Yuki and his friends having a normal day just hanging out after saving the world so many times.

Jaden, Alexis, Chazz and Syrus were currently visiting the school half a year after their graduation; not too long ago, Jaden was traveling around the world as a pro-duelist, but then got caught up with the whole Paradox incident, and now he was asked to come give lessons on duel strategies while he was on break from duel tournaments. His friends were also asked to come and stay awhile too, and give lectures and lessons.

"Man I'm bored," sighed eighteen year old Jaden Yuki who was currently lounging on the beach with his friends. His dual-colored hair framed his tan face and slightly hid his deep brown eyes from the purging sun.

"You can say that again Serge," came the voice of his close friend Hasselberry. The tall, muscular, senior Ra yellow duelist was sitting on some rocks near the shore line gazing out over the beach.

Syrus, Alexis and Chazz could only nod in silent agreement. They hadn't heard from Jesse, Jim or O'Brien for a couple weeks so there wasn't anything to talk about really. That peace of the day was interrupted when a shout came from the other end of the beach; everyone turned to see Blair running towards them with a look of excitement on her face.

"What's going on Blair," Alexis asked walking over to the panting girl.

"You guys…aren't gonna believe this," the black-haired Slifer girl said between breaths, "but there's news that Pegasus himself is coming to the island!"

"WHAT," came the shout of five voices.

"Yeah, I know," Blair continued, "and there's a rumor that he's escorting a new student who's gonna enroll here too!"

"When are they coming," Syrus asked.

"I think tomorrow," she answered, "oh, and Chancellor Shepherd wants Jaden and Alexis to be there as the 'Welcoming Committee' or something like that."

"Why did slifer-slacker get picked and not me," Chazz asked irritated.

"Because he was the top duelist in the school Princeton," Hasselberry said with a 'duh' kind of tone.

Jaden shook his head at his friends' antics as Chazz started chasing after Hasselberry, but then was quiet for a few minutes as he pondered the news.

Is something wrong Jaden?

'Huh? Oh, sorry Yubel,' Jaden sighed to himself, 'just can't help but wonder though…'

I'm not sensing anything wrong, but you do seem troubled.

'Nah, probably just tired from giving dueling advice to the first years,' Jaden replied, 'I just wonder what the new kid is like? Also, why would Pegasus himself take the time to bring one student to the academy?'

I'm not too sure myself Jaden, but I'll be here to protect you no matter what.

'Thanks Yubel,' Jaden said as he stood up.

He brushed the sand off his pants as he caught up to his friends and headed back to their respective rooms to turn in for the night.

Meanwhile:

On a large cruise ship, Maximillion Pegasus was sitting down for dinner with a young girl of about 16 yrs of age with golden brown hair that had streaks of black mixed in darkening her bright hazel eyes. A beautiful golden chain wrapped around her delicate neck and held a black gem against the hallow of her throat. She was picking at her plate, not feeling the mood to eat, but she had complied with Pegasus to at least come out of her room.

"Must you be like this my dear," Pegasus asked the girl in a worried tone.

"Sorry Uncle Max," the girl sighed, "I just don't see the point of going to this academy since I dropped outta the other one."

"You know as well as I do why," the older gentleman said, "your brother and I both agree that this may help you get over what happened in the past and try to find the old you that's still buried in your heart!"

"You know I can't forget Uncle Max," the girl said quietly with her head bowed, "why do you think I asked to wear the guy's uniform? I don't want anyone seeing the scars I bear."

"My dear niece, it pains me to see you like this," Pegasus said kindly as he came to kneel in front of the girl, " but…I have already called ahead to request the uniform and that you aren't put into the field experience classes where you'd have to duel. The chancellor knows of your situation and won't force you unless you choose to, okay?"

The girl nodded silently with a few tears slipping down her slightly pink cheeks.

"Have you decided what name you are going to go by," Pegasus asked brushing back his long silver hair.

"Yeah, but I'll keep my original last name," she answered, "oh and Uncle Max? I have one more thing I'd like you to tell the chancellor…"

well, there you have it!

here's a few things about the story:

Akaya's name means 'colorful flower' in japanese. (i found it online on facebook) as for her hair, she dyed it so that no one knew what she really looked like; she'll also be turning 17 during the story.

any other questions please pm me and i'll be happy to answer.

NOTICE! i need some ideas for what kind of deck Akaya should use and how to write up the duels. if anyone is willing to help, please let me know!