Okay, I wasn't intending to put this up until much much later. But, I'm running out of stuff to put up here that is decent, so I figured I'd give it a try anyway.

This is my fanfic for Kid Icarus Uprising. I really enjoyed the game, the story, and the characters. Seriously, looking back at it, the whole thing is extremely funny. I crack up at it so much.

But that's enough of me rambling. So let's get on with the show. But as we do, please do review and let me know what you think. I'll post another chapter to go with this one sometime later on so you don't have to just read one chapter. Especially since this first chapter just sets the stage for the later portions.

Disclaimer: I do not own Kid Icarus. All rights to Sora ltd. and Nintendo.

Now, let's Move Out!

Chapter 1
Stone Gaze

High in the skies, far above the humans below, there existed a magnificent array of floating islands. This was Skyworld, home to the centurions, protectors of mankind, and the goddess, Palutena. Many times, Skyworld has faced threats from the Underworld, and from other foes as well. However, all these threats had been thwarted by a lone angel who served as the captain of Palutena's army. The warrior Pit, protector of light, and servant of the goddess.
Today, the young angel was enjoying a quiet morning in Skyworld, free from having to battle minions or other gods who sought to disrupt balance. The young angel sighed in relief as the wind rustled his hair, the grass around him bowing to its might. This was how the world was meant to be; at peace. Pit did admit he missed fighting in the epic battles from before, especially the last one with Hades. But, he was happier not having to fight as well. Sadly, it was not to last, as a telepathic message came in from Palutena.
Pit, she called, You're needed down on the surface.
"Huh? What is it, Lady Palutena?" Pit inquired as he sat up.
Trouble. You'd better get moving.
"I'm on it!" Pit quickly grabbed his bow, and vaulted himself off the island towards the clouds below. As he did, his wings glowed with power, enabling flight. It was time for battle once more.

"What's going on, Lady Palutena?" Pit asked, "Is Viridi and the Forces of Nature attacking the humans now?"
Sorry Pit. But Viridi is occupying her attention elsewhere. Palutena explained, We've got Underworld forces to stop.
Running into several Underworld minions, Pit exclaimed, "Whoa! You weren't kidding. But, shouldn't be having someone lead them? I thought we defeated Medusa and Hades."
Better think again. I'm afraid Hades has returned, though surprisingly faster than I would have hoped.
"Wait, you knew he would come back?!" Pit gasped as he blasted several Monoeyes with his bow.
Ufortunately, yes. As Lord of the Underworld, he can return as many times as he likes. But what's worse, he brought Medusa back with him.
"Aw, not again! Don't tell me I have to beat them again?
Yep. You sure will.
With a huge sigh, Pit groaned, "Alright. Then I'll just beat them as many times as it takes." With that, Pit descended deeper past the clouds, and was met with a whole horde of enemies.

"Whoa! So. Many. Enemies." Pit gasped in shock.
"What's the matter? Can't handle the competition?" came a snide voice. Then, rushing through a row of enemies looked like a darker version of Pit.
"Pittoo!" Pit called.
"I'm getting really sick and tired of that name!" he growled, "It's Dark Pit, Pit stain!"
"What are you doing here Pittoo?"
"Isn't it obvious? I'm taking down Underworld wannabes. Is that so bad?"
"Not really. But you kinda disappeared after the last fight."
"Why should I stick around when the fight's over?"
Okay you two, calm down. Palutena intervened, Pit, focus on the enemy. We'll deal with Pittoo later.
"Alright. But I'd sure like to know where he's been all this time."
Returning to the fight, Pit and Dark Pit continued working together, blasting Underworld minions and slicing up other enemies. As they fought, Pit saw a human settlement being attacked by monsters.
"Those people. They need help."
Don't worry about that for now Pit. I sent the centurions to help guard it.
"You sure the centurions can handle themselves?"
I'll admit they aren't very bright. But they can hold their own against the Underworld.
"Alright. But it doesn't feel right to just leave them to handle it alone."
The bigger threat is this massive swarm of enemies. If they make it through, there'll be no way to stop them.
"Then this will be the easiest mission yet." Dark Pit scoffed, "So why are you so worried?"
I'm more worried about Hades and Medusa being back. But this attack isn't like them.
"What do you mean?" Pit asked as e moved on to another horde.
I mean, they aren't ones to just launch an all-out attack like this. How do they have so many soldiers? What are they after?
"Whatever it is, you can count on me to put a stop to it."
"Yeah, that's reassuring."
"Stay out of it Pittoo! Now let's get them!"

But no matter how many enemies Pit and Dark Pit vanquished, more just seemed to replace them. Both tried moving in closer, doing close quarters combat as well as shooting them. But the hordes just kept coming.
At this rate, the Power of Flight will give out before they do.
"Oh yeah. I almost forgot that I can only for five minutes. Man, I wish I could fly on my own."
I'm sorry Pit. I wish I could help you with you flying problem, but-
"Don't worry, Lady Palutena. I'll just work extra hard to take these guys out before the Power of Flight gives out."
"How are you going to do that? By flapping your arms?"
"You have the same problem, Pittoo."
"At least I don't have to suck up to a goddess to fly, Pit stain."
"Hey, I serve Lady Palutena because I want to! Besides, I fought for her before she gave me the Power of Flight."
Okay you two, that's quite enough.
Oh don't stop them Palutena. another voice came in, It's just getting to my favorite part.
"Viridi?!" Pit wondered.
The one and only. Long time no see Pit.
"What are you doing here?"
What do you think? I'm here to protect nature. If Hades wants a fight, he's got one.
"So you're the reason Pittoo can fly. Who's sucking up to a goddess now?" Pit jeered.
"Why you-!"
Dark Pit's not 'sucking up'. I gave him the Power of Flight because I need him to help me.
"So unlike you, I have more use to someone."
"What?!"
Focus Pit. Palutena came in once more, I'm sensing a weird energy source from somewhere nearby. Stay alert. So Pit did, though he still seethed at Dark Pit's snide comment. He was useful, he could fight. And besides, Viridi had helped Pit when Palutena was under the control of the Chaos Kin. And, Pit had done more than Dark Pit ever did. But even with all these thoughts, Pit still seethed that Dark Pit thought he was better. But for the time being, Pit returned on blasting and slicing Underworld baddies.

After an excessively long time of fighting, things began to calm down. There were no more Underworld minions, and the human city looked safe once more. But even so, there was an air of unease settling over everyone.
I have a bad feeling about this. Palutena warned.
Will you stop being such a worrywart. Viridi chastised, It's all over. The battle is done.
But then, a male voice boomed, Are you sure about that, pretty goddesses?
"Hades!" Pit growled.
"I've got this, Pit stain." Dark Pit snided.
We'll take it from here Palutena. With that, Dark Pit jetted off to find Hades.
"We've got to go after them!"
Pit, the Power of Flight is about to give out. I'm getting you out of there. A warm light began to wash over Pit as Palutena attempted to pull him back. However, the process never went through. Pit remained in the air where he was. What happened? I can't extract you!
"What?!" Pit gasped.
Ugh! Fine! I'll get him. Viridi groaned. Another ray of light, with leaves floating around in it, surrounded Pit. But again, nothing happened. What is going on?! My power isn't working. Just then, as if on cue, Pit's wings began to turn into fire.
"Argh! My wings are burning up." he grimaced.
I'm sorry Pit, I have to cut off the Power of Flight. Then, almost unexpectedly, Pit plummeted and tumbled to the earth.
"Mayday! Mayday! Pit going down!"
Pit, hang on.
Dark Pit's too far away! We can't get to him in time.

Just when Pit thought he was gonna become a smear on the ground, he landed on something that somehow cushioned his fall.
"Ow! Thanks Lady Palutena." Pit graciously groaned.
Um, that wasn't me Pit. Palutena warned. Before Pit could even ask what she meant, whatever he was on suddenly gripped him very tightly. The grip caused him to lose his bow, and was squeezing the life out of him.
"Ha ha ha ha ha. Like a moth to the flame, you'll appear when trouble rears its ugly head." chuckled a sinister voice.
"Wait, Medusa?!"
Oh no!
"Oh yes, Pit. I've waited a long time for this moment." Then, Pit was brought up to find a very hideously pale face with snakes in her hair and wearing a purple Greek chiton possessing him. The queen of the Underworld, Medusa.
"Hrrgh! Medusa!" Pit groaned.
But we defeated you! Hades even vanquished you! How are you back?!
"Simple, Palutena. I was brought back, to exact my revenge on you."
You know you can't succeed. Palutena replied, No matter how many times you return, we will defeat you.
"You can barely do anything without your little errand boy here." Medusa taunted, "Do you remember what I said I would do to your precious Pit? I told you I would turn him to stone, strip him of his wings and sever him from the heavens forever."
He's all yours Medusa. Hades chuckled. As Medusa's face contorted into a scaly, one-eyed monstrosity, Pit turned his face away to avert her gaze. He wasn't going to be turned into a living statue, not at all. Unfortunately, Medusa made that job much more difficult when two Monoeyes came down and turned his head to face the goddess. But Pit resisted, keeping his eyes closed tight.
Pit, hold on! The centurions are on their way. Palutena urged.
Dark Pit's flying as fast as he can. Hang in there Pit! Viridi added.
"I'm... trying!" Pit grunted. With a malefic and vile laugh, Medusa squeezed him tighter. The Monoeyes attempted to pry open his eyes.
Pit! But then, the deed had been done. After locking gazes, Medusa used her power to begin turning Pit to stone. Pit felt his legs harden into stone as the process crawled up the rest of his body.
As the process reached his head, Medusa chuckled, "Pleasant dreams in the Underworld, Pit." And as he was a full-on statue, Medusa let him go.
Pit! Pit! Palutena called in vain. Next, two centurion Strongarms managed to catch Pit's stone body and halted his plummet. With that, Palutena finally recalled them back to Skyworld, the cruel laughter of Medusa echoing to the heavens.

Back in Skyworld, the two Strongarms brought the stone Pit to Palutena's temple, and to the goddess herself. As Palutena approached, the centurions set the captain as upright as they could, then retreated back. The goddess of light looked at Pit's fierce expression, now permanently set on his face like he was trapped in a heated battle. The sight of the petrified warrior tore into the goddess.
-My wish would be to fly by myself.- Memories of Pit's antics and heroics played in her mind, like they did when Pit lost his wings. -Can't you see what's at stake here? I don't care if my wings catch fire!-
Resting her hand gingerly on his cheek, Palutena cried, "Oh Pit. What have I done?" To Palutena, Pit was her champion. He had been the only angel survivor when Medusa seized Skyworld and imprisoned her. He alone defeated her commanders, collected the Three Sacred Treasures, and vanquished Medusa. But now, he was the one who had been conquered. The last angel, turned to stone.
Just then, a drop of water surprised the goddess when she felt it fall on her hand. She checked her face, and found herself crying. Palutena, the goddess of light, was crying? But she could not deny the hurt she felt right now. She did not want to be hurt like this. The ones who did this to Pit had to pay.
"Ready the gate!" she commanded her centurions, "It's time for me to make Medusa pay for what she's done."

To be continued...

Like I said, not a lot going on. Well, except for Pit getting turned to stone, Hades and Medusa returning from the dead, and a couple other things. Well, expect another chapter soon. Oh, and don't forget to review and let me know if you want to keep reading this story.