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Eidolon Am I
The Revelations Arch: Book 2
~ The future is only a reaction to the past. ~
By: Vain 12/19/2001
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This story is the sequel to "For They Shall Be Filled" and is Book Two of The Revelations Arch.
And, before you panic: NO, this story will not be as long as its predecessor. I think. I hope. Probably . . . Er . . . Maybe . . . Okay, I don't really have the slightest clue how long this will be—I just write what the voices tell me to. *The muses all cheer* They're eeeeeeeevil . . .
If you have not read "For They Shall Be Filled," GO READ IT NOW!!
If you have read "For They Shall Be Filled," good for you!!! My muses and I salute you. You should also have figured out by now that I don't own Digimon, or any of the characters pertaining to it.
I do however—as far as I know—own most of the plot bunnies here, the Four Original Guardians of the Digidestined (Kazunori Saito, Sanghee Kiangtzu, ect.), the concept of the Sacred Triangle, and the Original Nine. Genka Millenniumon is on loan from the gracious Ajora. Special thanks go to Herongale, Dante, Meimi, the Guardian, and Ajora. This wouldn't be possible without all your help. Thank you. ^_~
The quotes are from the Thomas Nelson version of the King James Bible © 1979, Belgium.
Enjoy the fic and READ AND REVIEW please!
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A Quick Guide for the Uninitiated - Japanese to American:
Ichijouji Ken = Ken Ichijouji
Ichijouji Osamu = Sam Ichijouji
Motomiya Daisuke (Dai) = Davis Motomiya
Takaishi Takeru (TK) = TK (Takeru) Takaishi
Ishida Yamato (Yama) = Matt Ishida
Inoue Miyako (Miya) = Yolei Inoue
Hida Iori = Cody Hida
Yagami Hikari = Kari Kamiya
Yagami Taichi = Tai Kamiya
Izumie Koushiro = Izzy Izumie
Kido Jyou = Joe Kido
Takenouchi Sora = Sora Takenouchi
Tachikawa Mimi = Mimi Tachikawa
Akiyama Ryo = Ryou Akiyama
Tailmon = Gatomon
Arachnemon = Arukenimon
Vandemon = Myotismon
Piemon = Piedmon
Qinglongmon = Azulongmon
Jogress = DNA Digivolve
Digimon Kaiser = Digimon Emperor
This story takes place after episodes 26. "Jogress Evolution, Two Hearts as One" and
27. "Invincible Fusion! Paildramon," and before episode 28. "The Bug Master's Trap"—in the American version, that's after Stingmon and X-Vmon first Jogress digivolve and before Giga House.
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Prologue In the Beginning
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"In the beginning, God created the heavens and the earth.
The earth was without form and void,
and darkness was upon the face of the deep."
Genesis 1:1
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Seed: (sēd) n. ovule, which gives origins to a new plant; that from which anything springs; origin; source; progeny; offspring; v.t. to remove seeds from.
To seed: to produce flower or seed at the expense of roots or leaves; to go to waste or ruin. [O.E. saed]
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The room had no walls, but it gave the distinct impression that it was the type of place echoes belonged to. Instead their voices were soft whispers against the white glowing non-walls. The light came from everywhere and nowhere at the same time and weird half shadows were tossed this way and that, flickering like embers that died in the air before they could land.
Daemon's long heavy robes trailed behind him, a dark stain in presence of all the Light. "It would really be quite simple this way. Should you choose any other course of action . . ."
Qinglongmon's Light flared briefly, an almost imperceptible spark that everyone present noticed. "Are you threatening us, Daemon?"
The cowled digimon bowed his head. "Of course not. I was merely pointing out a fact . . . Your options are fairly limited."
Zhuqiaomon made an odd hissing noise. "Do not dictate our options to us! We were ancient when you were still an embryo, Daemon. You would do well to remember that."
"Stop bickering," Xuanwumon sighed. "It's not going to get anything done." The light that was the Guardian of the North fluctuated slightly as it turned back to the Mega type digimon before them. "Now, Daemon, I don't think you quite understand what you are demanding—"
"I understand perfectly, Xuanwumon. Do you all understand that the seed is stirring?"
"The seed has been stirring ever since that mess with Diaboromon and that fool Child from America," Baihumon muttered in a bored tone. "And don't glare at me so, Qinglongmon. Willis is your Child and your responsibility so that entire incident was your fault. You should just be happy that my Daisuke was there."
Qinglongmon bristled. "Takeru and Hikari were also there, in case you've forgotten. And you're hardly one to talk given the debacle with Kazunori."
"All the Children were there," Zhuqiaomon snapped in irritation. "Can we return to the issue at hand, please?"
Daemon sneered beneath his hood as Xuanwumon continued. "Your . . . concern for Ichijouji is appreciated, Daemon, but what you ask is not possible. Besides, precautions are already in the works. We are confident that the Spore can be extracted before the Moon=Millenniumon rises."
The Mega shifted uncomfortably, trying to hide his growing irritation from the Gods before him. "You still think you can control his power? All your efforts have failed. How many times have you destroyed him? 10? 100? 1,000? And yet every time he rises. And partnering him to Akiyama . . . That was such a success—"
"Sarcasm," Baihumon growled, "will not help you plead your case."
The digimon ducked his head by way of apology. "I beg your pardon, Baihumon . . . But my proposal will eliminate the need for Millenniumon at all. By allowing me to take possession of the Sphere of Miracles—"
"We could be setting ourselves up for yet another disaster! Do you really think that we would elevate you to our level given your track record?" Zhuqiaomon snarled. "Your deeds as Devimon have not been forgotten. It was our will that released Angemon's digivolution that destroyed you on File Island and it was by our will that your reformatting was delayed. The course you took to your current digivolution was forced and unnatural and never would have been permitted had we not been distracted by the Children's Tests. Tests which you interrupted and which very nearly resulted in disaster for the boy Motomiya. You, Daemon, are an aberration and an insult to our very existence. You are the product of human-made sin and if I had my way of things you would have been obliterated the moment you digi—"
"I believe that is quite enough, Zhuqiaomon!"
The lights danced as the other Digi-Gods pulled slightly away from Qinglongmon.
Xuanwumon's light faded slightly. "Your request is denied, Daemon. I'm sorry."
A pair of red eyes narrowed in an unseen face. "No. You're not sorry yet." The Mega bowed slightly. "I see you leave me no choice then. Farewell."
He vanished in a pulse of Darkness and there was silence in the Great Chamber.
After a moment Baihumon turned to Zhuqiaomon. "That little tirade of yours was profoundly stupid."
The Guardian of the South snorted. "His arrogance is unprecedented."
"I wouldn't say that," Qinglongmon muttered.
"What?"
"Must you two fight constantly?" Xuanwumon demanded in exasperation.
The two Guardians flickered guiltily.
"What do you think he meant by 'we're not sorry yet'?" Baihumon asked in quiet voice.
Zhuqiaomon flared. "Who cares? He's nothing compared to us. He has no real power."
"The same can be said for us." Qinglongmon's light shifted as he seemed to turn from the others. "Ichijouji's Control Spires still bar us from the world. Our eyes cannot see as far as they used to and it is getting increasingly difficult to touch the Mortal Plane. Gennai cannot be everywhere at once; Kazunori and Sanghee are proof of that."
Baihumon sighed. "Perhaps it is time then. Xuanwumon? It is ultimately your decision."
The Guardian of the North dimmed even further. "But is he ready yet? We have caused him so much pain already . . . This will not bring him any happiness."
"And what of Gennai?" Qinglongmon countered gently. "What of his happiness?"
Zhuqiaomon flared again, almost blinding next the Xuanwumon soft glow. "Gennai has defied us at every turn."
"And he has also protected us and concealed our infirmity at every step," Xuanwumon murmured in a tired voice. "You're right of course, Baihumon. It's time. It's past time."
The Guardian of the West sounded almost sympathetic as he spoke, "Then you will release him?"
"Yes." There was the impression of a nod. "Yes. It's time for the boy to take his place in the world. I will release him."
Zhuqiaomon drew away from the others. "And will you tell Ichijouji?"
Xuanwumon flared and his tone was vehement. "No! Telling him would be the same as telling the creature inside him. This will be our secret for now."
Qinglongmon also moved away from his brethren. "I will contact Gennai now and tell him to prepare for the Tamer. When the sun next rises on the Digital World Akyama Ryo will be returned."
Xuanwumon faded back to his previous dimness. "And then things will truly begin."
There was a faint sound and the Guardians turned Baihumon. The Guardian of the West was laughing; it was an unusually bitter sound. "It 'began' a long time ago, old friend. This" his light flared outwards, "is all just the beginning of the end."
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