Part One- Elsword
My scouting party and I were called to action early this morning. Apparently, some demon was going to go after the El in the village today. His team yawned at the thought of the mission, not taking it seriously. They had more than their fair shares of false alarms, and didn't enjoy boring guard duty. Lowe, the commander of the meager amount of forces in Ruben, called me in.
"Elsword… your team isn't looking up to the task," Lowe said to him after looking the El Scouts over.
"Lowe, they believe this is a false alarm," I told him. "And why wouldn't they, there has been a long lasting peace in our village, they don't have any reason to see that they should be taking this seriously," he continued.
"That is not of importance, all jobs should be taken seriously, Elsword" he said.
"I know, I know… I just wish something would happen for once," I told him.
Lowe frowned. "You will regret saying that," he said.
I turned around and a massive demon stood behind me. It was after the El! I jumped out and it was already gone. I looked around and my comrades were all around the field, some injured, the rest dead. It was up to me now. I charged after the demon alone. For some reason, I felt that Lowe would not follow. However I was fine with this. I was the leader of the El Scouts for a reason, and I was sure I could handle this alone. I was quick on my feet, and managed to catch up with the demon quickly.
"Here I was worried about a great soldier, yet here before me stands a boy," it said in a deep, growling voice. It had blue fur all over, with glowing tattoos. It seemed to have the appearance of a wolf and was quite intimidating in its appearance.
"Give back the El now!" I shouted. I knew he wouldn't listen, but I had to try, right? Right?! Without waiting for its response, I charged at it, and my sword clanged off of the demon's claw. It howled in pain, which surprised me. I guess I am even stronger than I thought…
Part Two- Aisha
I was reading a book in the woods of a pathetic little town called Ruben. They apparently had some great treasure called El there, and its energies could possibly restore my powers. Or so I was told. There was only one way to find out though. I closed my book and started heading towards the town. Then I heard someone… no, some group of people screaming. Then I felt a strong magical energy. Instinct told me it was the El, and I rushed off.
The scenery rushing by was quite beautiful. Too bad I had no time to enjoy it. The magic was calling to me. I eventually saw quite the sight. A young boy stood in front of a demon. "Run!" I called to him. He shouted something before the demon raised a claw to him. I rushed in and used the last bit of my power to cast a lightning bolt. It hit the creature's eye, sending it away in pain. It dropped something on the ground as it fled. I totally meant to do that.
Part Three- Rena
I could feel it in the air. The presence of El was fading. One of the villages had its El stolen. With how sudden the effect was, it was likely the neighboring village, Ruben. The Elder called me in to her dwelling, more than likely also feeling the phenomena.
"You sense it as well, Rena?" she asked.
"Yes, Elder," I replied.
"I feel that the humans may not be able to recover the land on their own. You must go and aid them. I am sorry, but you will be alone, as no one else is used to dealing with humans."
"It is fine, Elder. When shall I depart?" I asked.
"Immediately. Have a safe journey, Rena."
I left her, and was met just outside by a familiar dark elf.
"Why should we help the humans," Chloe said, clearly wanting me to stay.
I frowned. "The humans have as much right to live as you or I. If you wish to accompany me-"
"I will NEVER work with the humans," she said. Her eyes had something of an evil gaze. "If you wish to side with them, then I shall not follow." Chloe took her leave, a large troop of sentinels following her.
"Oh Chloe, if you would just spend some time with them you would realize the humans are not that bad."
On the way to Ruben, she heard some yelling. "That sounds like some children," I said, running towards the sound of their voices. I didn't expect the El to be sitting on the ground, and seeing two children fighting each other next to it. Umm…
Part Four
Aisha looked to Elsword. "You should be grateful that a powerful mage like me saved you kid," she said. Elsword was paying no attention to her.
"I wonder if there are other demons like him…" he said thinking aloud.
Aisha started getting angry. "Don't worry, it was no problem…"
Elsword then noticed the mage. "Hey! Who are you!? Are you after the El too?" he questioned.
Aisha was furious now. "Are you kidding me!? I just saved you! How about some gratitude!?"
Elsword yelled back, "Saved? By a girl like you? HA! As if, you look weaker than the children in our village."
Aisha was red with anger now. "EXCUSE ME!?"
They continued bickering as Rena showed up.
"Umm, excuse me…" she said, trying to talk to them.
"Jeez! You are the most annoying little kid ever!"
"Coming from a tomboy, that doesn't seem as insulting."
Rena felt a little anger rising. "Hey there," she said, with some more authority.
"Stupid bedwetting kid!"
"Purple haired freak!"
"ALRIGHT! SHUTUP AND LISTEN YOU BRATS!" Rena said, snapping.
There was an awkward silence for a minute.
"Oh, so, the Ruben Village is around here correct? I have been sent from my village to assist with recovery and protection of the El" she informed them.
Elsword looked to her. "You are speaking to the current guardian of the El. It will be nice to have some backup," he said.
Rena frowned at that first part. "Wait what?"
Aisha laughed. "You? A guardian of El? Sorry kid, but I don't believe it,"
Elsword picked up the shard. "I gotta take this back to the village," he said running off.
Rena realized he was her only current guide to the village and its real protectors. "Hey wai-… he is gone…"
Aisha smirked. "Let's follow him, I want revenge," she said.
Rena sighed. Kids these days. "Alright, fine, lead the way," she said, giving in.
Upon entry of the village, they ran into Elsword again. "YOU!" Aisha screamed, charging at him.
Elsword didn't seem up to responding, or was ignoring her. Rena noticed he looked a little down. "Is something wrong?"
Elsword nodded. "My team was destroyed in that attack by the demon, and was just disbanded," he told her. "I now really am the only guardian of the El until Lowe is done training the new recruits."
Rena realized he was serious. She looked at him sadly. "Sorry to hear-"
Then the alarm sounded through the village. It was under attack, again. Elsword wasted no time and charged to the Tree of El, where the El was being kept.
