Kingdom Hearts: DarkSide Story
-a concurrent story with Kingdom Hearts, taking place within the Realm of Darkness.
-no, I don't claim to own any of S-E's or Disney's properties or concepts.
PROLOGUE
I dunno why... but I've been havin' funny thoughts. Like... mebbe some of this ain't real...
I opened my eyes to find myself flying, somehow, into the dark and cloudy sky. When I finally broke though the clouds, it was odd... the sun was in the sky, with Natsu standing atop one of the clouds. She had her back turned to me, but as I got up she turned around. Before I could move or react, a huge gust of wind blew the clouds up over her, and I dashed into the unfamiliar light, reaching for her hand. I was blown back by a gust of wind, but not knocked down.
Now I could see Natsu though the clouds. She still had her hand outstreched, inviting me into the light, but I couldn't make it... no matter how hard I struggled...
I was blown back, and lost consciousness as I fell back down the clouds...
I opened my eyes to see Aki standing just over me. I grunted and sighed as I struggled to my feet, but Aki only laughed at me. Before I could stand up, though she shifted her gaze to the sky. I looked in the same direction to see... another me...? He... I fell though the sky and... I dunno... hit myself? I reached for Aki's hand as I fell into a dark cavern, but she couldn't grab me, gasping as I fell deeper... deeper into the darkness...
After a few moments, I managed to level myself out as I fell into the earth, finally landing on some manner of platform within a bleach-white area. I gasped as I took a step forward, and a flock of ravens flew off of the platform I was on, leaving me on a stained-glass platform. On the bottom was a picture of a really pretty girl... didn't know her, though... and the outside was ringed with multicolored glass pieces.
I looked over my shoulder, afraid of this place. After a moment, I decided that it was just a dream, and I had nothing to be afraid of.
So much to do, so little time... Take your time. Don't be afraid. The door is still shut. Now, step forward. Can you do it?
Uneasily, I stepped forward into the center of the platform. I flinched as three trapezoid-like platforms rose from the stained glass I was on. Looked around for a moment.
Power sleeps within you. If you give it form... it will give you strength. Choose wisely.
A sword, staff, and shield appeared on the trapezoid platforms. I quickly stepped over to the sword, then took it into my hands.
The power of the warrior. Invincible courage. A sword of terrible destruction. You choose this power?
Hell yeah! I'm a fighter, nobody's guardian or their back-line magician!
Your path is set.
The sword disappeared from my hands.
Hey...! What the hell?!
Now, what will you give up in exchange?
I hastily dashed and grabbed the funny-looking staff.
The power of the mystic. Inner strength. A staff of wonder and ruin. You give up this power?
Hell yes!
You've chosen the power of the warrior. You've given up the power of the mystic. Is this the form you choose?
Yes, dammit! Get on with the dream, already!
The staff disappeared from my hands as the trapezoid platforms sank into the platform, which itself was quickly falling apart into the glass panes it was composed of. I ran but couldn't avoid falling...
As I opened my eyes, the platform seemed to have changed. There was a different pretty girl on it, and the background was a different color. I stood up and, to my surprise, the sword I had clung to earlier appeared in my hands.
You've gained the power to fight.
Hm...
I made a few nice moves with the sword.
All right! You've got it! Use this power to destroy your enemies.
I looked around uneasily as light began to creep onto my platform, solidifying into some creepy, insubstantial humaniods. I jumped back nervously.
There will be times you have to fight. Keep your darkness flowing freely.
I hit the sword against my shoulder a couple times, then charged into the small mob of freaks. Smoothly, albeit with some effort and difficulty, I defeated them all.
Behind you!
I spun around, dealing with a few more of these light creatures. There were more, but they weren't any stronger than the others.
I stepped back as more light began to engulf the platform, pulling me in... no matter how hard I struggled, I couldn't get away...
I opened my eyes, kicking the light off. Rising to my feet, I saw this swirling mass of light. I went toward it, and it solifidied into a door. I tried every means possible to open it, even prying it open with the blade in my hands, but it would NOT open.
It won't open...
I turned around to see a small chest on the floor. I went over and pried it open with my sword, with a great amount of effort, and inside...
was a tiny medicinal potion.
I rolled my eyes as I pulled it out of the chest, then looked up as a small box magically appeared. I tried pushing it, prodding it, jumping on it, kicking it, and stabbing it, but it didn't do anything. Finally I just whacked the damn thing in a rage, and it splintered to pieces.
A barrel appeared where the box had been. I hit it into the door, which then became solid... somehow. I slowly went over and opened it, and darkness began to flow out. I shielded my eyes with my arm and hand as it enveloped me completely...
Hold on! The door won't open just yet. First, tell me a little about yourself.
I let my arm down to find myself standing in the valley, near the grotto... my secret hideout. Irvine, Zidane, and Rinoa were all standing nearby.
I walked over to Irvine.
"What's important to ya?" he asked.
"Hm... money, power, what's it to ya? Really... keeping my promises, though," I joked.
"Keeping your promises, eh?" he asked, hitting his air rifle against his shoulder.
I walked over to Rinoa.
"What do you want out of life?" she asked.
"Uh... to be strong," I said after some hesitation.
"Is being strong worth its price?" she asked.
I walked over to Zidane.
"What are you afraid of?" he asked.
"Being seen as weak," I said after much hesitation.
"What's wrong with being weak?" he asked.
You want to keep your promises. You want to be strong. You are afraid of being seen as weak.
Your journey begins at midlight. Force your way though the light and awaken your darkness.
The sky... everything turned black as night again. I opened my eyes to find myself on another stained glass platform with another hot girl on it. I looked from side to side as more of the deformed, shining humanoids showed up. I used my sword to strike them all down, and it was far easier than before. A short path of stained glass platforms appeared before me, and I quickly raced across the path toward some sort of dark sun.
The closer you get to darkness, the greater your light becomes.
I turned around to see some sort of huge light being... like the others before it, but WAAAY bigger... pop up from the white shadow I was casting. I stepped back in horror as the being fleshed out, placing one of its ethereal hands on the platform.
But don't be afraid...
I steadied my shaking knees as the being began its attack. I dodged an earth-shattering punch, striking the beast in its arm. It howled and drew back, lumbering forth across the platform. I dashed between its legs at it continued its heavy gait across the platform, slicking its legs. The creature howled in pain, falling forward. I jumped on its back and began stabbing it over and over before the beast got to its feet. I held on by keeping the blade in the beast's back. I kept wiggling the blade, causing the creature to grunt in anger, but it soon grabbed me off of its back and threw me onto the ground.
"Ow..." I muttered, staggering to my feet. I quickly looked around for the creature... but it had blended into the surrounding white sky... I had NO way of sensing the damned thing. At the last moment, I turned my torso just so, dodging an incoming blow, then tore into the creature's arm. I dragged my blade through the damned thing's entire arm, causing a large amount of light to shine forth from its cut. I shouted with effort as I tore into the thing's face, causing it to howl and recoil in pain. I jumped down, panting with effort.
The creature drew itself back, moving to strike me with its fist. I tried to run, but some... white fog kept me bogged down. I struggled to break free... but I couldn't move! I fell down...
But don't be afraid. Your heart is the mightiest weapon of all.
I could only look on in horror as the monstrous creature of light was just about to send me into oblivion when the light swallowed me...
So don't forget: You are the one who will close the door.
CHARACTER PROFILE - FUYU
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Age: 14
Hair: Black
Eyes: Green
An apparently egotistical, greedy, selfish, and perverted young boy. He has a friendly rivalry with Natsu, though they are more of the latter than the former. Despite his apparently selfish nature, this is only a facade; he doesn't want to be seen as weak, and his facade has proven the most effective method. In reality, he is willing to go to any lengths, no matter how far, to protect his friends and keep his promises.
His name means 'Winter.' He wears a dark blue t-shirt, a white jacket, blue jeans, and sneakers, silver bracelets, and black fingerless gloves.