A/N: I love the Soul Caliber series.

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Sibling Rivalry

Chapter 1: Kingdom of Nightmares


Ostrheinsburg Castle, the grand home of many lords of the past. It stands resolute in its lands, regardless of whoever reigns as its master. Deep within the halls of this testament to power rests a throne. Shaped from the finest materials, this throne has been used by men of honor, men of faith, and, in darker times, men of greed. In the past, this seat of power was revered by all.

Now however, now the mighty throne, the hallowed halls, and the expansive lands are ruled by a new master. A master with goals of the darkest nature, goals that involve not only his fallen castle and the lands around it, but his many servants and all those that live in the world.

The Azure Knight sat upon the dark throne, his evil spreading throughout the bloodied halls. His disfigured right arm clutched the armrest lightly. His armor clad left arm held his cursed sword, its point embedded in the tiled floor of the throne room.

Tira, ever faithful to her dark master, entered the room and bowed before him. She kept her head lowered even as she heard him rise from the throne. She hid a smile of pleasure and excitement as his energy washed over her. Her chaotic mind reveled and rebelled at his power's touch, both sides in agreement only that they enjoyed his presence.

"Servant." His corrupted, monstrous voice echoed throughout the room, an answer to the dark staccato of his footsteps. "Where is it?" She flinched at the obvious rage.

"I couldn't find him." She spoke with the voice of an innocent girl. She closed her eyes, expecting a vicious blow at any moment. When the attack failed to occur, she looked up timidly at her master. He merely stood there, gazing at her with his crimson eyes.

"I will give you one month to bring it to me." He flourished his blade and laid it next to her neck. "If you fail me, I will devour your soul."