Somethings should never exist, but they do. To any hero these are terrible foes that nearly destroy them, but to villains like Slade, they were dreams come true. It had been only one year since he had taken over the Hive Academy, and he had many "acceptable" students, but the only one he cared for, was kept in the dark from the world.
"Awaken now, it is time to continue your training." Spoke Slade as he walked into the boy's room, staff in hand.
The young boy slowly opened his violet eyes, seeing his teacher ready to fight. "Really? Now?" He asked brushing his dark crimson hair from his face as he sat up. "I've been training since I was four, a one day break won't kill me."
"Oh really?" Asked Slade, his only visible eye narrowing. "Let's test that theory, shall we?" As Slade asked this he lunged forward at the boy with his staff, giving him little time to react. To Slade's surprise the boy didn't even blink, he simply caught Slade's staff and through him against the wall, or rather, through it. With a grunt Slade landed on his back, a bit stirred from the impact. 'He has become so strong now, I don't doubt he could kill me and take over the academy in a matter of seconds.' Thought Slade as he stood up.
Not even paying any attention to Slade, the boy slowly grabbed one of his loosely armored purple tops, along with black bottoms, black shoes, and a dark blue cloak like jacket. Now looking at Slade the bot grinned.
"So, do I finally get to meet the world," He started, giving Slade a hand to help him get up "So, do I?
"Yes Akai Karasu, soon the world will tremble under you, but first," Said Slade as he brushed off some dust from his armor. "First you must destroy the Teen Titans." A strong sense of venom could be heard as Slade spoke those words, clearly still holding a grudge.
Akai bowed to Slade, a devious smile on his face. "With pleasure, father."