Exiakaiser: Oh, hello, there fans. It is time for a brand new story in the Star Knight Saga. This time, we go into the future, several years after the events of the last season of Yu-Gi-Oh GX, and into the realm of Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's. Welcome to Metal Hero 5D's.

However, this series is a tad different than Metal Hero GX. For starters, the Metal HERO set is not the main character's primary set. And speaking of which, let's introduce him right now:

Name: Kaiser 'Kai' Reppuu

Age: 18

Gender: Male

Personal Appearance: Short blonde hair, Wears a lot of denim. He is 6'1" and weight 198 lbs.

Personality: Short tempered and collected. Doesn't like getting into fights, but will finish one that is started. Very strong willed, and can resist mind control. Smart with his money, knowing full well how to survive on his own.

History: Kai is the grandson of Kurogane Reppuu, born of Kane Reppuu. However, he lost his father when a renegade militia killed all the grownups in the town he was living. Now, Kai is searching for the Star Knights to reclaim the power needed to take back his home.

Occupation: Bounty Hunter

Initial deck: (Normal Duel) Kamen Rider (Heisei Deck) or Zoids (Tyrannosaur, Raptor, and the like) (Turbo Duel) Zoids (Lion, Tiger, and Wolf types)

Quirks: Can see duel spirits. Also can sense the spirits of the Star Knights

Food likes and dislikes: Likes-spice food, pizza, hamburger and cherry.

Catchphrases: Henshin! (Duel Start: Normal); none (Duel Start: Turbo)

Duel Runner: Kai's Duel runner, the Sleipnir Liger Cyclone, as he calls it, is a fast Duel runner that looks like a cross between the Liger Zero, the Sleipnir from No More Heroes, and the Cyclone used by Kamen Rider Ichigo. Kai is trained to keep it in top condition.

Like the profile says, this guy uses Zoids as his Turbo duel deck. Also, it is time for a little backstory as to the reason He is searching for the Star Knights: After Kurogane defeated Sol Mu for the last time, the Metal Hero and Star Knight Cards were split between the Major Factions of New Domino City. The Arcadia Movement got the Exxion Light and Water set, the Duel Academy got the Earth, and Wind, and Rex Goodwin gets the rest. However, for some reason, only those destined to inherit the power of the Star Knights are able to even touch them. Anyone else who tries to grab them get burned or worse.

Because of this, the organization run by Goodwin has set up wanted posters for information pertaining to the chosen families. The result was persecution, and all that remains is three. First off is Kai, who wanders the Earth searching for information. Then there are the twins, who live in the Satellite.

Also, starting with this series, and continuing all over in my other series, I am now working only with Card Golem. In doing so, the work is balanced more evenly, and I learn to make better character designs.

Now, for the disclaimer: I own nothing except the characters I designed for this particular series. Yu-Gi-Oh is owned by its respective owners, as is Zoids, and Kamen Rider. Now, let the battle for the Star Knights begin!

New Domino City is the jewel of the west. However, tonight, a shadow falls over the city. The shadow actually is the shadow of Destiny, as a new battle begins. The rule of the battle: Survival, by any means necessary. The Goal: The Star Knights; the penultimate tool of justice. The players are assembled and the stage is set up. Ready, FIGHT!

Metal Hero 5D's

Chapter 1

Escape to New Domino City!

Kai Reppuu Attacks!

Nighttime in the wastes outside New Domino City was cold. However, the lights of New Domino were inviting. Yet There were Security checkpoints at each entrance, and only those with identification. And there were wanted posters all over the wall:

WANTED!

Any information pertaining to the location of:

KAISER "KAI" REPPUU

REWARD: $5,000

All of a sudden, a Duel Runner rode up to the security checkpoint. It was Liger Zero White, with a giant wheel in the back and a Liger Zero Cockpit cover on the top and several tail pipes. Its rider wore white and gold armor, and a white and opaque duel visor.

"Identification please," said Officer Trudge, exiled to Checkpoint Security after losing to a Satellite resident. The loner handed him his identification. "Proceed, Owen Jones, and welcome to New Domino City."

After that, the Duel runner perused the streets of New Domino City, looking at all the areas, including several skyscrapers."

-Meanwhile-

"I'm telling you," said the real Owen Jones, "I was waylaid by a young man in a white duel runner."

"So," said Trudge, "Who is the guy?" He then realised who it was, then called for a police squadron.

-Later-

"YOU HAVE NOWHERE TO RUN, KAI REPPUU," said Trudge, leading the Security forces. "SURRENDER YOUR DUEL RUNNER AND DECK, BECAUSE YOU ARE UNDER ARREST!'

"Figures," said Kai, sighing under his breath, "Knew this would happen. Guess there is no other alternative." He then pointed to Trudge.

"Eh," said Trudge, "What do you want?"

"Duel me," said Kai, "That is, if you have what it takes to face truth. If you win, I will turn myself in. If I win, you gotta let me go."

Trudge smirked, "You do have a deck, right, boy?"

"Word of warning," said Kai, revealing two decks, and placing one in the duel runner, "I have yet to lose a turbo duel."

"Then prepare to lose," said Trudge, "LISTEN UP! NOONE INTERFERES, GOT THAT?" all of a sudden, the rest of security left. "So, how do we set the starting call?"

"With this," said Kai, pulling out a strange mini-bot. "Judge-man Capsule, do your thing."

"DUELISTS, ACTIVATE SPEED WORLD FIELD SPELLS NOW," said the mini-Judge-man capsule. Both duelists did so. "AREA SCANNED. BATTLEFIELD SET UP." All of a sudden, both Duel runners discharged a stranger energy blast, transforming the field into a turbo field. "KAI REPPUU VERSUS THE SECTOR SECURITY! BATTLE MODE 0982. READY, FIGHT!"

Kai Reppuu- 4000 LP- 1 Speed Counters

Trudge- 4000 LP- 1 Speed Counters

All of a sudden, both duel runners started moving in the same direction. "First one to take this corner goes first," said Trudge. Kai nodded and sped up, overtaking Trudge on the first turn.

Kai Reppuu- 2 Speed Counters

Trudge- 1 Speed Counters

"I go first," said Kai, drawing for turn. "I summon 'Zoid- Saberlion' in attack mode." All of a sudden, a blue and silver mechanical lion ran up next to Kai's Duel Runner.

Saberlion (3 star/ 1300 attack/ 800 defense)

"Impressive," said Trudge, "I can see why they call you the master of Zoids."

"And that's not all," said Kai, "For I set three cards face down and end my turn."

Kai Reppuu- 2 Speed Counters

Trudge- 2 Speed Counters

"My turn," said Trudge, drawing for turn. "I play the monster Pursuit Chaser, and attack your overrated lion."

"Not so fast," said Kai. "I activate the trap card 'Portable E-Shield'. I negate the attack on this monster for the next 3 turns."

"Damn," said Trudge, "Fine, I set one card face down and end my turn."

Kai Reppuu- 3 Speed Counters

Trudge- 2 Speed Counters

"Alright, then," said Kai, drawing, "I tribute 'Saberlion' to bring out the first of the Liger-type Zoids, 'Zoid- Shield Liger', in defense position." All of a sudden, a larger Zoid, this one a deeper blue in color appeared on the field.

Shield Liger (5 star/ 2000 attack/ 1000 defense)

"Next, I activate the speed spell 'Zoid Recovery'. This allows me to, if I have 2 or more speed counters, to target one machine-type monster with 'Zoid' in its name and return it to my hand. I choose to return 'Saberlion' to my hand. Then, I activate another speed spell card 'Emergency scramble', allowing me to special summon 1 'Zoid' Monster to the field with a level equal to, or less than a monster on your side of the field. And I select 'Saberlion' to be special summoned. And finally, I activate the continuous speed spell 'Judge man Capsule'. This allows me to roll 4 ten-sided die, and then take what I get and enforce a special rule. So, let's go, DICE ROLL!" All of a sudden, 4 10-sided die appeared on the screens of both duelists, and the numbers that appeared on the 4 were 0, 9, 8, & 2. "Alright," said Kai, "For the rest of the duel, neither of us can attack directly, And we can only attack as many times as the duelist with the least amount of monsters on the field."

"Dammit," said Trudge.

"Don't complain," said Kai, "This benefits you right now, as you have the least amount of monsters on the field right now. Anyway, I attack Pursuit Chaser with Shield Liger's SABER FANG ATTACK!" All of a sudden, the Shield Liger seemed to rush the Pursuit Chaser, and sank his teeth into the other machine.

If it weren't for the fact that Trudge played a trap card, negating the attack. "I play the trap card 'Negate Attack', stopping your attack, and ending your battle phase."

"Fair enough," said Kai, setting another card face down. During the Main Phase 2, I activate the speed spell 'Double Summon', which, as long as I have 1 or more speed counters, I can normal summon again this turn. I send 'Saberlion' to the graveyard and special summon one of the Ultimate X-Class Zoids. These Zoids are top dog on their world. Let's see how you deal with the King. Come on out, 'Zoid-Liger Zero' to the field in attack mode." All of a sudden, a giant, white lion-like Zoid appeared on the field. It ran alongside Kai's runner, and roared.

Zoid- Liger Zero (6 star/2500 attack/ 1800 defense)

"And the best part is," said Kai, smirking, "Is when he comes onto the field, he allows me to search my deck for a machine-type tuner monster and add it to my hand. And as luck would have it, I know which one to go for." He then searched his deck, and pulled out 'Zoid- Fiery Phoenix', revealed it, and placed it in his hand. "Next, I set three cards face down and end my turn."

Kai Reppuu- 3 Speed Counters

Trudge- 3 Speed Counters

"Let's reign you in," said Trudge, accelerating. "I summon 'handcuffs dragon' in attack mode." All of a sudden, a strange dragon appeared on the field.

Handcuffs Dragon (3 star/1300 attack)

"And now, onto the main event," said Trudge, sending three monster cards to the graveyard. "1, 2, 3, I send three monsters to the graveyard to special summon 'Montage Dragon' to the field in attack mode." All of a sudden, a massive, 3-headed dragon appeared on the field.

Montage Dragon (10 star/3000 attack)

"Holy King Ghidorah," said Kai, "Looks like I better step up my game."

"You won't have the chance," said Trudge, "For Montage Dragon now attacks Liger Zero with Prismatic Blast." Montage Dragon discharged three chromatic beams that spiraled around each other.

"Not gonna work," said Kai, "Because I activate the trap card 'Zoid Defender'. This allows me to pick a monster on my side of the field and redirect the attack." All of a sudden, Shield Liger jumped in front of Liger Zero, and was destroyed. "However," said Kai, "I not only take the damage from the attack, but I also take the difference between my two monsters as damage."

Kai Reppuu- 2500 LP- 2 Speed Counters

Trudge- 4000 LP- 3 Speed Counters

Trudge laughed, "You just made it worse for you. Prepare yourself to serve hard time. I end my turn."

Kai then smiled, "This is an actual first."

"Pardon me," said Trudge, confused.

"You are actually the first to do any damage to me in a turbo duel," said Kai, "Your skill is most impressive."

"Wow," said Trudge, "Thanks, I guess."

"But all the same," said Kai, getting serious, "I cannot afford to stop my search now. How about this, if I win, not only do you cease pursuing me, but you tell me what I need to know. Fair enough?"

"Well, I guess I could tell you," said Trudge, "But only if you beat me."

"Then let's do this," said Kai, drawing, "Finale," he then said, "I summon Fire Phoenix to the field." All of a sudden, a massive red and gold bird appeared on the field. "This bird has a nasty effect. Any monsters on my opponent's side of the field lose half their attack points for the remainder of this turn."

Zoid- Fire Phoenix (3 star/ 1000 attack/1000 defense)

Montage Dragon (1500 attack)

Handcuffs dragon (650 attack)

"Now," said Kai, "Let me introduce you to my Fire Phoenix's other ability. He also counts as a Tuner Monster."

"No way," said Trudge, "You mean that they can…"

"That's right," said Kai, "These Zoids can Combine, or Fuse, if you will. Let's Go, Fire Phoenix, Liger Zero! GATTAI (1) MATRIX ENGAGE!"

All of a sudden, both Zoids seemed to glow with a golden light as they moved in synch with each other. Then, Fire Phoenix's Wings rotated 180 degrees, and its body then did the same. The tail end and chest parts then flew apart, literally, flying down onto Liger Zero's Head and legs, becoming face plates (Side), and upper and lower leg armors. Then, Liger Zero jumped up, connecting with the rest of Fire Phoenix. The legs of Fire Phoenix rotated forward, becoming cannons, and the head merged with Liger Zero's own head. The combination completed, Liger Zero Phoenix gave out a roar.

"Meet my Ace Monster," said Kai, "LIGER ZERO PHOENIX!"

Liger Zero Phoenix (9 star/ Synchro/ 3000 attack/2000 defense)

Trudge gasped in amazement, "Incredible."

"Impressive," said Kai, "Isn't he? Essentially, he has two effects. First, he can attack twice per turn. Second, if her were to attack a monster with higher attack points, he destroys them, and I can special summon 'Liger Zero' to the field. However, I now activate the speed spell 'Defensive fire'. This allows me, in exchange for a speed counter, to wipe out all spells and traps on your side of the field. Peace Brigade, I need a fire sweep."

All of a sudden, a trio of Zoids appeared on the field and fired a massive barrage of artillery fire, destroying all spells and traps on the field. "Now," said Kai, "Liger Zero Phoenix, attack and finish this with DIVING LASER CLAW SWIPE!"

All of a sudden, Liger Zero Phoenix seemed to take off into the air, and started a steep dive right at both of Trudge's monsters. Then, it seemed to swipe its claws at the air in front of the monsters, creating a pair of shockwaves. These blasts hit both monsters, dealing a massive amount of damage to his opponent.

Kai Reppuu- 2500 LP- 1 Speed Counters

Trudge- 100 LP- 3 Speed Counters

"Not enough to take me down," said Trudge, emerging from the smoke."

"Impressive," said Kai, "If it weren't for the effect of Fire Phoenix. When it is sent to the graveyard, I can deal 500 LP of damage at the end of the Battle Phase. And Guess what just ended." All of a sudden, A blast of air discharged from Kai's Graveyard, hitting Trudge full force.

Kai Reppuu- 2500 LP- 2 Speed Counters

Trudge- 0 LP- 3 Speed Counters

Kai Wins!

All of a sudden, a battalion of Security vehicles appeared in front of Kai and Trudge. Kai was getting annoyed.

"Wait," said Trudge. "Let him go for now. Let him do as he wishes." All of a sudden, Kai nodded, and rode away.

-2 hours later-

Kai had used some of his money, which he had earned as a bounty hunter out in the frontier, to get a room at a swanky hotel, and filled the food stores for who knows how long. He sat on the bed for a few minutes and said, "We finally made it to New Domino. Where do we start the search, Wild Gale?"

All of a sudden, a Monster appeared in front of the bed. This was one of the Dark Star Knights, a group of Star Knights created by the Society of Light to be used as a counter to the real McCoy. "I do not know," he said, "However, the best place to start is the nearest Duel Academy."

"That's right," said Kai, remembering what his father said. "Maybe Professor Crowler's allies may be able to assist."

"That's not all," said Wild Gale, "For I sense allies among the civilians as well. However, you must keep your identity a secret for now. We don't want a repeat of last time."

"Agreed," said Kai, laying back. "I Must use one of my alter egos to get past any problems."

-Meanwhile-

In the tallest building of the city, Rex Goodwin peered over the entire city. He also had a good look at the Satellite. All of a sudden, a Sector Security officer approached.

"Good news, sir," said the officer, "Kai Reppuu is in the city. It's only a matter of time before we capture him."

"Excellent," said Goodwin, Lazar standing a little below him and to the right. "However, let's just see what he will do for the next few weeks. If he tries to hook up with any allies, arrest him, and bring him before me."

"Yes sir," said the officer, leaving the room.

"Do you think he will resist," asked Lazar, curious.

"Yes," said Goodwin, "He will resist. Just like his grandfather before him, he will try to access his legacy. However, this time, I will be the one to rise over all. Just keep an eye on his movements for now, though."

"Understood," said Lazar, also leaving. Goodwin then turned around and looked out at the city again.

-Next Time-

Kai: The Battle rages on as Kai is forced to make his way into hiding as Sector Security hound him out of his room. However, The Data Twins find him. Grandchildren of Lan Data, the two live in peace, until Kai unintentionally appears on their doorstep. Now, in order to prove himself, Kai must unlock the past, and reveal the truth of what is going on in New Domino. It all happens in the next episode of Metal Hero 5D's:

Rider Fight!

Zoid- Saberlion

3 stars

Attribute: Earth

Type: Machine/Effect

Attack: 1300/ Defense: 800

Effect: When this monster attack a facedown defense position monster, destroy that monster without going into the battle step.

Zoid- Shield Liger

5 stars

Attribute: Earth

Type: Machine/Effect

Attack: 2000/ Defense: 1000

Effect: When this monster is attacked, once per turn, negate the attack.

Zoid- Liger Zero Basic

6 stars

Attribute: Earth

Type: Machine/Effect

Attack: 2500/ Defense: 1800

Effect: When this monster is summoned successfully, search your deck for a machine-type tuner monster and add it to your hand.

Zoid- Fire Phoenix

3 stars

Attribute: Light

Type: Machine/Tuner/Effect

Attack: 1000/ Defense: 1000

Effect: When this monster is summoned successfully, all monsters on your opponent's side of the field lose half their attack points. When this monster is sent to the graveyard as a result of a synchro summon, deal 500 points of burn damage to your opponent's Life Points at the end of the Battle Phase this card was sent to the Graveyard.

Zoid- Liger Zero Phoenix

9 stars

Attribute: Light

Type: Machine/Effect

Attack: 3000/ Defense: 2000

Requirements: 'Zoid- Liger Zero Basic' + 'Zoid- Fire Phoenix'

Effect: This monster can only be special summoned by using the listed monsters and cannot be special summoned by other means. This monster can attack twice per turn. When this monster attacks or is attacked by a monster with equal or greater attack points, destroy target monster. When this monster is sent to the Graveyard from the field, special summon 1 'Zoid- Liger Zero Basic' from your graveyard to the field in attack position.

Speed Spell- Zoid Recovery

Spell card

Effect: This card can only be activated if you have one or more speed Counters. Select one Machine-type monster with 'Zoid' in its name from the Graveyard and add it to your hand.

Speed Spell- Emergency Scramble

Spell card

Effect: This card can only be activated if you have two or more speed Counters. Special summon to the field 1 machine-type monster with 'Zoid' in its name from your hand in attack position.

Speed Spell- Defensive Fire

Spell card

Effect: This card can only be activated if you have 2 or more speed Counters. Remove 1 speed Counter to destroy all spells and traps on your opponent's side of the field.

Speed Spell-Judge man Capsule

Continuous Spell card

Effect: This card can only be activated if you have 2 or more speed Counters. Roll 4 10-sided die. From that point on, Battle Steps will be conducted according to the numbers you rolled.

Mode 0982- Opponent's can only attack based on the lowest number of monsters on the field, and Monsters on your side of the field can only attack monsters.

Zoid Defender

Trap spell

Effect: Activate this card only when you have 2 or more Machine-type monsters on your side of the field with 'Zoid' in their names, and your opponent has selected one of them as a an attack target. Select one of your monsters. For this battle, it becomes the attack target.

(1)= Combine

Exiakaiser: Well, there you have it, folks. This is the first chapter in the 5D's story. I hope you enjoy it. Also, I have some new ground rules top lay down with this series.

First off: OC designs for this series will NOT be accepted any earlier than Chapter 5. This is due in part because I do not want people to swamp me with massive amounts of character designs.

Second off: Only one character per designer. This makes it easier on me, and allows new people to create characters that can be used in later chapters.

Third off: OC designs will be delivered to me via the Comments section. This allows a level of anonymity when designing OC's. However, if you want to be recognized, just say so.

And Finally: I have to know the Deck designs, or it doesn't work. If you are basing it off a series I never watched, played, or know nothing about, forget it.

Well, now that that's out of the way, review, comment, etc. Let me know what you think. And above all, enjoy the story.