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Prologue

"This meeting of the Council of Universal Protectors has now come to order," said Mathasar, an Elder in the Council. "We've gathered here tonight to discuss an urgent pressing matter that has come up over the last year. As you all know, this Council monitors several hundred different dimensions. At this moment, there is relative peace in the Inter-Dimensional Universe, with the exception of one world. A creature named Tom Riddle has been causing havoc again after a 13 year absence. His goals are to rule the world, to purge the universe of all those he deems un-pure. We can not allow this to happen."

"I don't understand," said Gaspar. "What world are we talking about? What's so special about this Tom Riddle that the world's law enforcement can not take care of him?"

"Tom Riddle, or Voldemort, as he goes by, is a dark wizard, in a world where Wizards and Witches, and regular non-magical people are separated, with the non-magical beings not knowing about the others." explained Mathasar. "Voldemort is a very powerful wizard, his power far exceeding that of many of our guardians, and almost every one of the other wizards on that planet. I wish to send our most powerful Guardian to assist the one Wizard who has the power to match Tom Riddles."

"Our most powerful Guardian?" asked Zacharias, a relatively new member of the Council. "Who exactly do you believe to be the most powerful Guardian? I was under the impression that this council was made up of the most powerful Guardians."

"While this Council is made up of the some of the more powerful Guardians of this Council," Mathasar said. "There is one Guardian out there, whose power will far exceed our own, once he fully comes into it. I believe that if this Guardian goes on this mission, he will fully come into his powers, and will not only help defeat this dark wizard, but will bring peace to the entire Inter-Dimensional Universe."

"Which Guardian did you have in mind?" asked Gaspar. "There are many spread out among the many dimensions."

"I believe that our current Guardian of Time will be a great asset to this conflict," said Mathasar. "I personally trained Gryphon Ashford myself, and I know that he is an amazing fighter. Also, over the last few years, since his graduation from Guardian Training, he has spent much of his time in the other dimensions receiving training from other fighters, learning many skills along the way. He is a skilled elementalist, and is able to manipulate all of the major elements. He has learned how to manipulate his Ki from some ancient Japanese Monks, and is skilled in both hand-to-hand and weapon combat. Add all this to his Guardian powers, and he is a major asset to any battle. I believe that if we send Gryphon to mentor this boy, to give him the training that he needs, then he'll be able to beat this prophecy that's been foretold about him and Voldemort. So I believe that we should bring this matter to a close. All those who wish to send Gryphon Ashford to assist in the upcoming war with the Dark Lord Voldemort, say 'I',"

There was a resounding 'I' throughout the room. "Very well," said Mathasar, turning to a guard by the door. "Please go out and inform Gryphon Ashford that his presence is requested at this meeting." The guard nodded his head and left the chamber.

Mathasar turned back to the rest of the council and said "I truly believe that we are doing the right thing. We can not let this dark wizard take control. As we speak, he is researching ways to open gateways to the other dimensions. If he is able to access these other worlds, he'll be able to recruit some extremely dark allies, and amass himself an army of extreme proportions. We need to stop him before he has a chance…"

Before Mathasar could say what he was going to say, he was interrupted by the door opening, and Gryphon entering the Council Chamber.

"You called for me, Masters?" asked Gryphon.

"Yes, Gryphon," said Mathasar. "We've called you here today to explain to your new mission to you. It has recently come to our attention that a powerful Dark wizard has been slowly amassing enough power that he'll soon be able to cross dimensions, and slowly take over all known universes. There is a boy, prophesized to be able to take him down. Unfortunately, every time this boy fights him, it ends in nothing but pain for him. It is now your new mission to go and find this boy, teach him everything you can that will prepare him for his destiny, then, be with him in the end, to aid him in any way possible. This dark lord must not be permitted to escape his dimension. He must be stopped, and you will use whatever force you have to use to stop him. Do you understand?"

"Yes, Master Mathasar, I understand completely," said Gryphon. "If I may ask, what if this Dark Wizard becomes too much, even after I give this boy his training? Will I be permitted to call for the council's aid in defeating this evil?"

"Yes, Gryphon," answered Mathasar. "If it all becomes too much for you, you may call upon the council for assistance. But I believe that you will be able to do this on your own. You can consider this your final test, if you do this, you'll be upgraded to a full mastership in the council. So, unless you have any further questions, you may take your leave. Go now; prepare your weapons, and anything else you believe that you will need on this quest. While you are on this world, you will have an unlimited bank account incase you need anything. Good luck, Gryphon. This council has every faith in you, and your ability to complete your mission. Please keep us informed of your progress."

"Yes, Masters," said Gryphon, taking his leave.

"Do you really believe that he can do this on his own?" asked Zacharias. "He is still young. Perhaps we should have left this to someone with a bit more experience."

"No, I have faith in Gryphon," said Mathasar. "He is a powerful young man, and he will be able to do this on his own. If that's all, then I believe this meeting can be adjourned. Good night, every one, we'll meet again tomorrow."

The Council all stood, and made their ways out the door.

Meanwhile, in a completely different universe, in a small, suburban town known as Little Whinging, Surrey, in England, there was a nicely sized house, perfect for a family of moderate income. In the smallest bedroom of Number 4, Privet Drive, Harry Potter, soon to be sixteen-year-old boy wizard, woke up with a scream.