Hi people. This is a Beyblade/Yu-Gi-Oh story (mostly Beyblade characters and theme) because I couldn't think of any other characters. This story was inspired by a dream I had about these incredibly stupid pirates on this giant ship . . . . Well, anyway, this is my idea and I own it, so there. I don't own Beyblade or Yu-Gi-Oh though. I wish I did. Well, on with the story. Enjoy!

Realm Of Nightmare I - Takashi

Chapter 1 - Pirates?

It was very dark outside. Even for 11:00 at night. Perhaps it was the fog that had just rolled in and hour ago making it seem so dark, thought 14 year old Rena Sunflash as she looked out the window of the small house where she lived. She turned back to the inside of her large living room. A loud yawn sounded from the other side of the room. Rena turned, annoyed, brushing her bright pink hair out of her face and glaring at the black haired boy who was lying on her blue couch.

"Rei Kon! Cover your mouth when you yawn, at least!" she told him in a slightly crabby tone.

"I'm sorry Rena," he told her tiredly. "But it's 11 at night and Seto Kaiba still isn't here. I thought he was supposed to be here at 9:30?" He yawned again, this time carefully remembering to cover his mouth.

"He was, and he usually isn't late," Rena answered, leaping in a cat-like way onto the couch beside him. She brushed of her jeans and tucked her necklace under her purple shirt. "I wonder what's keeping him?"

"Mr. I-Own-My-Own-Business is probably yelling at someone for nothing again," Rei said. He didn't like Seto very much, and wouldn't have been waiting her for him, except they happened to be on a Duel Monsters team together as well as a Beyblade team, and they were supposed to practice that night. "Why don't we watch TV while we wait? We've got nothing better to do, seeing as your parents told you that you aren't allowed to play your PS2 while they're gone." Rena's parents had gone to Toronto, Ontario, for a vacation, so Rena was home by herself.

"Yeah, let's watch TV. We should see the weather for tomorrow anyway," Rena said, flicking the TV on. The News announcer had just finished announcing the weather. "Argh! I ALWAYS miss the weather! It's not fair!" Rena was yelling loudly.

"Wait, what's that?" asked Rei, pointing to a picture of a pirate flag that had appeared next to the reporter. "Shhh, I wanna hear this."

"Attention to all residents of the California area," the reporter was saying. "People may say that all pirates are no nonexistent, but it seems that they may be very real. About one hour ago, a large ship appeared at Keo Harbor (A/N I don't know the names of any harbors anywhere, so I made one up). The ship was a reddish color, and had a skull engraved on the bow. A pirate flag was also flying. Mr. Kyop, a fellow reporter, approached the boat, thinking that the flag was a joke. He was, however, determined to interview the ships owners, to find out more about the boat. Ten minutes later, the reporter was rushed to the hospital, suffering from numerous wounds. By checking the video footage he had, we found out that the pirates are very dangerous. They will not hesitate to hurt you, or even kill you. And worse, they are going through out the town right now! Please remain calm, and keep all doors and windows locked. This is for your own safety until the police get rid of the pirates. Thank you." Rena switched off the TV.

"Hey, isn't Keo Harbor one of the places Seto has to pass to get here?" asked Rena, getting worried.

"I'm sure he's okay, Rena," said Rei reassuringly. "Mokuba would have phoned us by now if there were a problem." Just then, the doorbell rang.

"That must be Seto now," Rei said moodily. "He is sooooo late. It's 11:24 all ready! I'll answer the door." He got up and walked off towards the door. Just then Rena looked out the window, showing a good view of the door. She blinked, then looked again. There was three shadows at the door. That's odd, she thought. Seto Kaiba never goes anywhere with guards, so who could those people be? Then she realized it.

"Rei! Don't open the door!" Too late. The pirates were in. She heard a crack, and saw Rei slam into a wall. He didn't get up. A big pirate, who looked about thirty years old, came around the corner.

"Hey boss!" he yelled. "There's one more here!" He took out a long sword. "You're coming with us!" he roared stupidly. Rena smirked. She knew how to handle stupid people like this; after all, she practiced all recess against those stupid grade four boys. What were their names again, she thought to herself. Oh yeah, Christophe, Alex, Malcolme, and Rory. She called Malcolme and Rory Moron and Rodent though. She skillfully dodged to the side as the pirate grabbed at her.

"Is that the best you can do?" she said mockingly. Then she swung her fists, catching him in the side of the head. He fell easily. Rena ran out to the hall. The other pirate, who looked about thirty as well, was dragging Rei outside. Another younger pirate, about fourteen, appeared to be their boss. Rena jumped and kicked at the pirate dragging Rei, knocking him out the door and causing him to fall hard on the cement steps. Then she turned to the captain. He was already drawing his sword, and he looked way more confident than the other pirates.

"So, you like to fight, eh?" he said. "Well, try fighting me. I guarantee you'll find it harder than fighting those idiots I have as guards." With that, he slashed at her. Rena barely had time to dodge the blow before he swung at her again. He had nearly backed her up into a wall. Suddenly, the pirate slipped on the tile floor. Using the opportunity, Rena kicked out at him. With surprising speed, he leapt up. Grabbing her foot, he twisted her ankle just enough for it to hurt, then let go. He jumped at her and held her arms behind her back with one hand, and held his sword up to her throat with the other.

"You don't deserve to live," he told her in an icy voice. "After all, you knocked both of my guards unconscious. But you'll make a good slave on my ship, so consider yourself lucky. But I still need to teach you a lesson. A very painful lesson." He lowered his sword. Then, dropping his sword, he let go of her arms, shoving her forward into the wall. As she turned around, he swung his fist. A sharp crack sounded. His fist had caught her right in the jaw, slamming her against the wall again. The last thing Rena remembered was the pirate's sneering face and the taste of blood in her mouth before blacking out.

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Well, I hope you liked the first chapter. Please review and no flames. And in case you're wondering, my character is named Rena to represent me in the story. Well, sort of . . . . Well, anyway, please review! All you have to do is click the little purple button beside 'Submit Review' at the bottom of the page. I need 5 reviews or I'm not putting the next chapter. Have a good day!