Bakugan Battle Brawlers VOL. 1
(I do not own any of the Bakugan series)
(The first 6 chapters happens between Episode 8 and 9)
Chapter 1: The New Brawler in Town!
Dan - My whole world changed one day when all these random cards started raining down everywhere! At first, they seemed harmless enough, so a bunch of us kids invented this cool new game! That's when we realized those cards weren't so harmless after all! They were packed with incredible powers from another world! My name is Dan! And together with my friends, Runo! Marucho! Julie! Not to mention Mr. Hotshot himself, Shun! And Alice! We are...
Battle Brawlers - The Bakugan Battle Brawlers!
Dan - Bakugan! One goal, two worlds!
(Bakugan Battle Brawlers Opening 1)
What are ya gonna do?
(Dan enters into battle with the field revealing itself)
The odds are stacked against you,
Back against the wall,
(Dan and Masquerade activate their cards to begin battle)
(The two brawlers launch their Bakugan against each other)
You gotta give it your all,
(An unknown boy floats with an unknown dragon Bakugan)
This is the final stand,
(Multiple scenes of different Bakugan appear)
The powers in your hand!
(Dan throws a Gate Card)
Two worlds collide,
On the inside,
(Naga reaches for the Infinity and the Silent Core)
(Vestroia gets affected by Naga's actions)
(Drago uses Boosted Dragon on an opponent)
(Scenes of a masked brawler, and his Darkus Bakugan appear)
You got to fight for what's right,
(The protagonist raises an unknown card before the card glows)
Before it's gone,
Gone, gone,
This is Bakugan!
(Dan and Marucho prepares for battle while the protagonist and Runo waits)
(Dan returns a Bakugan with a grin)
(The title appears)
[Opening Ends]
A boy was walking down the street, where the weather was looking a little gloomy due to a little rain. His untidy hair was matted with rainwater, along with his black sweatshirt. Even his dark jeans were a little wet from the rain.
The boy walked slowly as his eyes showed no light on it. It's as if... he lost hope in his life.
Boy - ...
He remained silent, as if he had forgotten how to talk, before he looked up at the dark sky.
Boy - ...Why...?
The boy breathed out silently before he closed his eyes, still standing. He wanted everything to end... every painful times to end. The times of his loss... and the times when he had no one to rely on.
Just before he was about to lose his remaining hope, he felt light shining down on him, startling him before he covered his face with his arms to prevent himself from being blinded. Slowly opening his eyes, he noticed something large.
Boy (surprised) - ...!
The large figure that was approaching him looked like a black dragon, whose eyes looked fierce and full of hate and anger.
Boy (frightened) - Who... are you...?
The dragon doesn't respond but roars instead, causing the boy's surroundings to tremble and crack at the power as the boy looked around in shock and disbelief.
Boy (frightened) - Ah... Ah...
The ground the boy was standing on began to crack, causing the boy to feel more frightened before tears welled up in his eyes. But before he could make a sound of fear, the ground gave way, causing the boy to fall deep into a dark space.
Boy (frightened) - AHHHHHH!
Boy (startled) - AH!
Panting and widening his eyes, the boy looked around to see himself in his bedroom. He sighed in relief, before shaking his head.
Boy (relieved) - It was... just a dream. But... this isn't the first time it happened.
Getting out of bed, the boy headed to the bathroom to check himself with the mirror. His untidy black hair was the same, along with his black pupils in his eyes. His face looked clear, with no damage on him.
Boy (unsure) - Why is it when I sleep, I always have that dream? Or a nightmare, maybe? I just... don't know anymore.
He looks out the window to see the moon shining bright in the sky, before he looked to his left, where his desk was. On t of the desk was where a small basket was, having dark balls in it, which were known to be... Bakugan.
Boy (unsure) - Could it be related to Bakugan...? That dragon I keep dreaming looked like it suffered through something. And it's not some ordinary dragon, too...
He picks up a black Bakugan that was a Darkus Attribute. Playing it with his palm and fingers, the boy sighs before he places it back in the basket where all the other Darkus Bakugan were.
Boy (thinking) - It's only been a while since I've started playing Bakugan, yet I still don't know the basics of it. If only there was someone that could teach me, like one of the Battle Brawlers, maybe things would be much easier...
He sighs before lying back on his back, trying to go back to sleep to try and forget.
Boy (unsure) - I just wish... I knew who that black dragon was... Maybe then I'd be finally able to withstand the nightmares I'm given.
With those final words, the boy finally fall asleep, not knowing that tomorrow would be the day when his true time as a Brawler would begin.
Meanwhile, at an Unknown Hyperspace...
A loud roar was heard, before a giant dragon was revealed trapped inside some sort of core. It began to give energy to something small before a dark figure sneered before he retrieved the energy that was given by the dragon that was trapped.
Evil Man (malicious) - Finally! The Silent Orb is complete! Now, all Bakugan will bow down... to ME! HA HA HA HA HA!
Meanwhile, at the Doom Dimension...
In the dark dimension where many Bakugan were banished, it was all quiet and dark. That is... until a certain ball of light appeared, before rising up. As soon as that ball of light rose up, so did many others.
The balls of light seemed to be coming from the Bakugan that had fallen as they all began to merge together, creating an even bigger ball of energy! By the time all the balls of light merged together, something was born.
A shadowy figure of a dragon appeared out of the energy before it roared. It soar through to the high heights, heading to where a portal suddenly opened. The dragon made its way out of the dark dimension, to head where it felt like it's supposed to go.
Back at Earth...
Boy (bewildered) - No way! I never made fun of you guys!
Bully (arrogant) - Admit it, punk! You were making fun of the way I battle! Right, Akira?
Akira (cocky) - That's what I heard! What's your problem, kid?
Boy (bewildered) - Nothing! I just like Bakugan!
When morning arose, the boy was trying to search for someone to have a battle with, so he could learn the basics on how to play Bakugan. Unfortunately, he had ran into a bully named Shuji and his little brother Akira.
Understanding the reputation Shuji had as a battler, the boy concluded that Shuji wasn't part of the Battle Brawlers as he tried to find someone else that was friends with them. However, it insulted Shuji as he assumed the boy was making fun of his skills.
So right now, the boy is finding himself cornered by the two bullies as they immediately began to gang up on him because of their premature assumptions. And he wasn't liking this at all.
Shuji (arrogant) - Well, so do I! And now, I'm gonna show you on how it's played!
Boy (hesitant) - B-But... But I'm new at Bakugan! I don't even know all the rules yet!
Shuji (arrogant) - Well, you're about to learn! The hard way!
Akira (cocky) - Teach him a lesson, Shuji!
Shuji cracked his knuckles at those words, amming the boy gulp as he took another step back while trying to keep his face all calm and collected. However, he couldn't hide the fact that he was scared of what he was about to experience.
But just as Shuji was about to force the boy into battling, someone else interfered with the issue, someone that the boy knew of from online.
Familiar Voice - Back off, Shuji!
The three brawlers turned to see Dan standing behind them with a small smile on his face! His Guardian Bakugan, Drago, was sitting on his left shoulder when the Pyrus Brawler appeared.
Shuji (annoyed) - Wha!? Dan!? This is none of your business! Get lost!
Smirking, the Pyrus Brawler ignores Shuji's threat before he turns to the boy with a question.
Dan - Hey, kid! What's going on here?
Boy (amazed) - Whoa! Dan from the Bakugan Brawlers!? You're all over the net!
Dan - So? You need any help?
Boy (amazed) - Are you serious? That would be awesome!
With those words, Dan pulled out his card to activate the field, with Shuji and Akira pulling out theirs. The boy followed the three as they began to activate the battlefield.
Dan (confident) - No problem! I'll show you some of my old tricks! And if you're lucky, I won't even charge ya! Ha ha!
The boy sweat dropped at those confident words before he shook his head, as he turned to face Shuji and Akira, as the bully was ready to brawl.
Shuji (annoyed) - Enough talking, twerps! It's time for some battle!
Dan, Boy, Shuji, and Akira - Field, Open!
The Attribute Hexagon revealed itself as time began to slow down before it stopped. Time wasn't going to continue on unless the battle was over.
Shuji VS Unknown Boy
With the field opening, the boy looked around to see himself in the Bakugan battlefield, with Dan and Drago next to him. Shuji and Akira stood at the opposite side, as Dan offered some advice for the new battler.
Dan - Hey, this is your first time in a real Bakugan Battle, right?
Boy (hesitant) - Well, yeah... All I know is how to start, like throwing the Gate Cards and stuff like that. Then, when two Bakugan stand on the same card, the battle begins.
Dan (amazed) - Huh... So you know the basics of battle. Alright! Throw one of your Gate Cards and see which is best for you to use!
The boy nodded as Shuji took out a Gate Card impatiently.
Shuji (impatient) - Quit stalling! Gate Card, set!
Boy - Gate Card, set!
The two Gate Cards flew past each other before they each landed on the field. They glowed for a bit before enlarging to bigger sizes so that the Bakugan battles could begin.
01T
Shuji (cocky) - I'll start! Bakugan, brawl!
The arrogant Brawler threw out a Subterra Bakugan on his Gate Card, before calling it.
Shuji - Bakugan, stand!
The Bakugan that Shuji called out was a Subterra Saurus, who roared at being sent out onto the Gate Card. Widening his eyes in surprise, the boy checked his Baku-Pod where it calculated all the Bakugan's Power Levels.
Baku-Pod - Battle begins. Opponent's Saurus recognized, at 290 G's.
Dan - So Shuji sent out a Subterra Saurus! Okay, kid! Now, it's your turn to choose a Bakugan to send out!
Boy (hesitant) - Uh, right...
02T
Remembering the three Bakugan he had with him right now, the new Brawler made his choice before he sent out his Bakugan out to battle.
Boy - Okay, here goes! Bakugan, brawl! Bakugan, stand!
The Bakugan rolled up onto Shuji's Card, revealing itself to be... Darkus Juggernoid! A turtle-like Bakugan that came out of its shell to face the dinosaur-like Bakugan.
Baku-Pod - Bakugan recognized. Darkus Juggernoid's Power Level at 280 G's.
Boy - 280? Looks like I made a mistake by sending Juggernoid out...
Dan (calm) - Don't jump into conclusions just yet, kid! The battle really starts now, since both Bakugan are at the same card!
Shuji - And this is also where I get to crush you in the first round! Gate Card, open!
Both Dan and the boy turned to see Shuji opening the Subterra Reactor Gate Card, allowing his Saurus' Power Level to boost up!
Baku-Pod - Saurus' Power Level increases to 390 G's.
Boy (surprised) - This is bad! If this keeps up...!
Dan - Don't panic, kid! You still have an Ability Card you can use, right? Use one of your Ability Cards to counter Shuji's attack!
At the mention of Ability Cards, the boy looked at the cards he brought with him before he activated one of them to counter the attack from Subterra Saurus!
Boy (hesitant) - I hope this works... Ability Card, activate! Spice Slayer!
Using the Ability Card he just played, Saurus began to roar in losing power while Juggernoid on the other hand, drained that power boost from the Subterra Bakugan!
Baku-Pod - Adjusting Power Level. Saurus' Power Level decreases to 290 G's. Juggernoid's Power Level rises up to 380 G's.
Dan (ecstatic) - Aw, sweet! That Ability Card just now drained the power boost from Shuji's Subterra Saurus, making the kid's Juggernoid even more stronger!
Shuji (shocked) - What!? How did you do that!?
Akira just watched in shock to see his brother's Bakugan get defeated by the Darkus Bakugan, as Saurus returned to its ball form in defeat, leaving his brother with only two Bakugan allowed in battle now.
Juggernoid on the other hand, returned to the boy's hand in its ball form as he had won the first match
Shuji: 2 Bakugan
03T
Akira (shocked) - How... did that happen!? I thought you said you had this kid, big bro!
Shuji (annoyed) - I know! He just got lucky from that battle! This won't be the same! Bakugan, brawl! Bakugan, stand!
Understanding with how his little brother was frustrated from that one loss, Shuji threw out another Bakugan for the boy to face as the Bakugan revealed itself to be... Subterra Serpenoid! The snake-like Bakugan hissed, awaiting its opponent.
04T
Dan - Well, kid... Looks like this Bakugan has 300 G's, thanks to my Baku-Pod! I think you know how to deal with this!
Boy (unsure) - I'm not sure... It's even stronger than when Saurus was out...
As he spoke, he wondered whether to send Juggernoid out again until he came up with another thought.
Boy - Right... Here goes! Bakugan, brawl! Hah!
The Bakugan was thrown, landing on the card that belonged to the beginner. The ball opened up, revealing itself to be... a Darkus Serpenoid!
Shuji (annoyed) - Oh great... A snake against a snake. Except my snake should be stronger than yours! Ability Card, activate! Earth Power!
The Ability Card Shuji has activated made the Subterra serpent Bakugan stronger, as it hissed with the new power given.
Baku-Pod - Subterra Serpenoid's Power Level increases to 350 G's.
Boy (surprised) - Another power boost? And it's not from a Gate Card this time, but from an Ability Card!
Dan - Right. That's because Ability Cards have the ability to boost a Bakugan's Power, negate a Gate Card's effect, or drain energy from the opponent's Bakugan, just like how you did with Juggernoid in the last battle.
Boy - I see... So if he used that Ability Card to boost his power... Gate Card, open! Additional Task!
The Command Gate Card was activated, forcing the Subterra Serpenoid to return to Shuji's hand, much to the arrogant Brawler's disbelief and confusion.
Shuji (confused) - Huh!? What just happened!? We were right in the middle of a battle!
Dan (amused) - Whoa... I didn't expect the kid to have that card.
Drago (curious) - What did he just do? It forced Shuji's Bakugan to return to his hand.
Dan - That's because the Command Card, Additional Task, forces the opponent's Bakugan to return to their hand! And because of that, Shuji's Subterra Serpenoid lost the power boost it got from his Ability Card! Smart move, kid!
Boy - Yeah...
05T
Shuji (annoyed) - Lucky move, kid! But luck doesn't get you anywhere all the time! Bakugan, brawl! Juggernoid, stand!
The Subterra turtle-like Bakugan revealed itself, facing the dark serpent Bakugan, who hissed at a new opponent coming out to play against itself.
Baku-Pod - Bakugan recognized. Juggernoid's Power Level is at 320 G's. Serpenoid's Power Level is at 300 G's.
Boy (unsure) - Another Bakugan with a higher Power Level? Hasn't this guy had enough of sending in stronger Bakugan before battle?
Shuji (annoyed) - Less stalling and more battling, kid! Ability Card, activate! Desert Thunder!
The new Ability Card boosted his Bakugan's Power again, only for it to be a 100 point boost instead of 50! And with the new power, Shuji's Juggernoid's Power Level rose up to 420 G's.
Juggernoid charged at Serpenoid, ready to make a triumphant strike, until the new Brawler played another card to counter his opponent's strike attack.
Boy - I-I won't let you! Ability Card, activate! Spice Slayer!
Shuji (shocked) - What!? That Ability again!
The arrogant Brawler watched as his Juggernoid began to lose the energy boost it got from the Desert Thunder Ability Card! Serpenoid, on the other hand gained the energy it stole from the Subterra Bakugan.
Baku-Pod - 100 G's transferred from Juggernoid to Serpenoid.
Boy - Do it, Serpenoid!
At the order, the snake-like Bakugan hissed before it lunged onto Juggernoid, biting one of its legs before throwing it high into the air! The turtle-like Bakugan roared in pain before it transformed back into its ball form.
Shuji: 1 Bakugan
06T
Akira (disbelief) - Huh!? Bro, what are you doing!? You're losing to a beginner!?
Shuji (annoyed) - Hey! It's not like I'm trying to lose on purpose! Don't make me look like the loser here, Akira!
While the two brothers were arguing with each other, both Dan and the boy watched with sweat drops as Drago sighed with a shake of his head.
Drago (annoyed) - Those two... Don't they realize that the battle is still going on? I'll never understand humans like those two...
Dan - So much for planning to rough you up. You're up, kid!
Boy (hesitant) - R-Right... Gate Card, set!
The boy threw out another Gate Card to set on the battlefield, catching both brothers' attention as the boy threw out another Bakugan to use.
Boy - Here goes! Bakugan, brawl! Bakugan, stand!
The Bakugan was thrown, revealing itself to be Darkus Saurus! Shuji clenched his fists, as he was prepared to try and make a comeback move against the beginner that managed to outplay him, despite of Dan's little assistance.
07T
Shuji (angry)- I won't be losing this match! The real battle starts here and now! Bakugan, brawl! Bakugan, stand!
The Subterra Serpenoid revealed itself, hissing at the dark dinosaur-like Bakugan before the battle began.
Shuji / Boy - Battle begin!
Saurus roared as it charged onto Serpenoid, who wrapped its coils around it. The snake-like Bakugan began to squeeze the dinosaur-like Bakugan, causing Saurus to roar in pain. The boy watched as Shuji prepared to finish the battle up with an Ability Card.
Shuji (cocky) - You're toast, kid! Ability Card, activate! Wall Burst!
The Ability Card that was thrown made the power of Saurus grow weaker as it roared in pain from the more painful grip it felt from the squeeze by Serpenoid. With the effect of Wall Burst, Saurus' Power Level dropped down to 190 G's.
Dan (alarmed) - Heads up, kid!
Boy (surprised) - R-Right! Gate Card, open! Character!
Shuji (surprised) - Did he say, Character Card!? The Gate Card that doubles a Bakugan's Power Level!?
Shuji's worst fears came true when the Gate Card opened, causing the Saurus Character Card to be able to double the power of Saurus' Power Level!
Baku-Pod - Saurus' Power Level doubles to 380 G's.
With Saurus' power doubling, the dinosaur-like Bakugan roared before it freed itself from Serpenoid's coils, before it punched the snake-like Bakugan into the air! Defeated by the power difference, Serpenoid returned to its ball form, defeated.
The bully could only watch in disbelief as his Bakugan returned to him, causing him to lose the entire battle.
Shuji (stunned) - Huh...?
Dan (ecstatic) - Alright! The kid won!
At hearing that he had won the battle, the new Brawler sighed in relief before he scratched the back of his head with a small chuckle.
WIN: Boy
Akira (disbelief) - H-How? How did you beat my brother!?
With the Field closing, Shuji was on his knees while his little brother was in disbelief. His big brother, lost to the new player who never played Bakugan before! Shuji gritted his teeth in frustration before he pointed at the boy angrily.
Shuji (angry) - This isn't finished, kid! Just wait until I battle you again! You'll be sorry for sure!
At those words, Shuji and Akira ran off, leaving the boy and Dan behind.
Shuji (arrogant) - And he didn't beat me, Akira! I... I let him win!
The boy sighed in relief, as he was happy for winning the battle, but also relieved to see that he wouldn't be bothered again for a while. Just as he was about to feel joy in his victory, he felt something punching onto his left shoulder, only for it to be a playful punch!
Dan (impressed) - Nice job! You rot!
Boy (unsure) - Um... thanks? You did teach me on how to handle battles, after all.
Drago - Actually, kid... Daniel here only warned you on how a battle really begins and how Gate Cards and Ability Cards are used. You, on the other hand, seemed to know how to counter your opponent's powers pretty well.
Dan (surprised) - Aw, come on, Drago! Do you have to say things like that? He would've been in trouble if we weren't here for him!
Drago - Ha! You're one to talk, Dan. You still have a long way to go if you want to be the best, or even defeat Masquerade, for that matter.
Those words stung Dan a little before he glared at his Guardian Bakugan.
Dan (irritated) - Ah, whatever! You sure have a funny way of saying things to me especially since we became partners, for real! Especially since you started treating me like I was your servant, calling me 'human this' and 'human that'!
Drago (annoyed) - That's only because you were treating me and your other Bakugan like toys! I already told you this, Daniel, but Bakugan is more than just a game! You even threw me into a river because of that argument of ours before which included your Bakugan!
The boy watched as the Pyrus Brawler and his Guardian Bakugan argue with each other before a small smile rose up to his face. Seeing them argue back and forth, it was too much for the boy to bear as he gave a small chuckle at the two.
That caught their attention as they ceased their argument to stare at the boy in confusion.
Dan (confused) - Huh? Is something funny, kid?
Boy (chuckling) - Sorry, sorry... You two just, I don't know, reminds me of how best friends get along with each other...
Both Dan and Drago look at each other before the Pyrus Brawler regained his smile before he chuckled. Even Drago found this a little funny as he gave a small chuckle, too.
Dan (chuckling) - Best friends, huh? I guess you can put it that way. Anyways... a little more practice and who knows? You might be able to reach up to the Top 50 or Top 20 if you keep this up!
Boy (unsure) - Well, that would be awesome, but... I'm just a beginner. To end up in a higher rank and become stronger myself with my Bakugan... I need a wicked Bakugan! Something like Drago, for example...
At those words, the Pyrus Brawler looked back at his Guardian Bakugan while Drago looked at his human partner back before they knew what the boy meant. Dan just smiled, before understanding how the new Brawler felt for a good partner.
Dan (understanding) - Hm... I see what you mean. It's real important to have a tight relationship with your Bakugan! Of course, that's something what Drago taught me when Bakugan were more than just fun and games...
Drago - Hmph...
Boy - I see... Anyways, thanks, Dan!
Dan - Gotta roll! Catch ya later, buddy! And good luck!
The boy nodded to Dan, who began to walk off until Drago reminded Dan of something.
Drago - Hold it, Dan... Aren't you going to ask him for his name?
That stops the Pyrus Brawler as he freezes up before coming to a realization.
Dan (startled) - Aw, snap! You're right! Hey, kid! Mind if I catch your... name?
Just as Dan turned to see where the boy was, the new Brawler was nowhere in sight, catching the Pyrus Brawler by surprise as he looked around. The boy he helped was nowhere in sight as he scratched the back of his head.
Dan (confused) - Huh? Where did he go? He was here just a few seconds ago...
Drago (irritated) - Ugh...
Without knowing where the boy went, the Pyrus Brawler shook his head and continued exiting out of the park, not knowing that the boy was actually headed down to where his home was.
Later...
Dropping onto his bed, the boy sighed, understanding what he's been through today.
Boy (amazed) - I can't believe that I met Dan, one of the Bakugan Battle Brawlers... I only wonder if he would accept me into the Battle Brawlers if I work hard enough...
Looking at the ceiling, he took out his three Bakugan that he used today against Shuji, before placing them on the bed.
Boy (grateful) - Thanks, you three... You may not hear or know what I'm saying, but... I'm glad that you three were the ones that helped me win that battle today, along with Dan's help...
His three Darkus Bakugan doesn't respond to his thanks, causing the boy to sigh before he shook his head.
Boy (knowing) - Figured they wouldn't respond... Now I wish that I had a talking Bakugan to talk to, just like how Dan has Drago or when Runo has Tigrerra...
With the sun setting, the boy made dinner for himself before he washed up and lied on his bed. Looking at the stars out his window, the boy frowned before he let his sleep take over him. What he didn't know, was that tomorrow would give him the chance to become the strongest.
The next morning...
The boy was walking into the park, hoping to encounter someone there only to see no one around. He looked around to see if there was anyone to battle against, only to find no one. He sighed, before he held the back of his head with a frown.
Boy (serious) - Oh... I'll be a Battle Brawler... someday.
But just as he said those words, a bright light shone right in front of him, catching the new Brawler by surprise. Eventually, the light started getting even brighter, surprising the boy!
Boy (surprised) - Huh? What's going on... WHOA!
As the boy covers his eyes to prevent himself from being blinded, it began to die down with purple sparkles of light showering down a little slowly. Looking around, the boy kept the surprised look on his face before he felt something tap onto his left foot.
Looking down, the boy blinked to see an unknown Darkus Bakugan right at his left foot, causing him to lower down and pick it up, before inspecting the new Bakugan with his curious eyes.
Boy (curious) - A...A Bakugan? Wow! I've never seen this one before!
Just as the boy took the Bakugan into his right hand, the Bakugan opened up, catching him by surprise! But just as he was about to exclaim his surprise, his surprise only became higher when the Bakugan in his hand spoke.
Darkus Bakugan (curious) - W-Where am I?
Boy (bewildered) - Uh... Planet Earth?
The Darkus Bakugan lowered its head a little and huffed, like he sounded disappointed or something.
Darkus Bakugan (disappointed) - Not in Vestroia, then?
Widening his eyes to hear the Bakugan's universe from the new Bakugan's voice, the boy frowned at the new Bakugan. This was clearly no ordinary Bakugan, since it can talk and it sounded like he was a strong battler of some sort.
Boy (curious) - W-Who are you?
Darkus Bakugan - My name is Leonidas.
At Leonidas introducing himself, the boy felt surprised. The tone of this Bakugan didn't sound friendly, but he didn't sound like an enemy Bakugan, either. That was when something came to his mind before he made an offer to the new Darkus Bakugan.
Boy (unsure) - Huh... Um, hey... You want to team up with me? I bet we could beat anyone!
At those words, the boy felt determination rising up to his chest as his timid expression turned serious as he felt determined to become the strongest Brawler, which seemed to have caught Leonidas' attention.
Leonidas (curious) - You mean if I battle with you, I'll have the chance to beat the other Bakugan?
Boy (assuring) - Yeah! We can beat them all, that is... If you want to!
The new Bakugan began to think for a while before he slolwy made his decision. Looking up at the boy, he spoke his words while coming to a decision.
Leonidas (serious) - Hm... I sense that in this world that I will only release my true power in these Bakugan battles.
At those words, the boy frowned, before realizing what the Darkus Bakugan meant by releasing his true power.
Boy (unsure) - Releasing your true power? Does that mean... You accept to be my partner?
Leonidas (serious) - That's exactly what I mean, kid. Of course I accept your offer!
Boy (grateful) - That's... awesome! It's great to meet you... partner.
The boy spoke the partner word silently until the Bakugan made a demand or a request for the human boy.
Leonidas - Hold it, kid... Before we start as actual partners, you're gonna have to tell me your name too since I told you mine! I can't keep calling you kid, just so you know...
Boy (unsure) - Oh... Right. My name... My name is Sora. Sora Minazuki. But just Sora will be fine.
Leonidas - Sora, huh... Nice name, for a human that is, I think...
Sora (unsure) - Um... Thanks?
Familiar Voice - Aha! There you are!
Sora blinked, remembering that voice before he turned to see Akira glaring at him, while Sora just blinked in surprise.
Sora (confused) - Can I help you with something? It doesn't look like your brother is with you...
Akira (determined) - That's because I came here alone! I'm gonna beat you before Shuji does! So let's have a battle!
Sora (surprised) - Right now?
Leonidas (annoyed) - Hmph... A human brat. And this one looks obnoxious... Are you gonna just let him talk to you like that? I'd say that you accept his challenge so I can beat some sense into this kid and his Bakugan.
Surprised with the sudden aggressive tone Leonidas was giving off, the new Brawler frowned for a moment before he looked back at Akira, who was waiting for an answer.
Sora - Huh... All right, then. I accept your challenge, Akira! Don't expect an easy win, though!
Akira (cocky) - About time! You're going down, kid!
Both players revealed their cards to open up the field so that the battle could begin.
Sora and Akira - Bakugan! Field, Open!
With their Field Cards glowing, time began to stop as the two Brawlers were surrounded by the Attribute Hexagon, where the battlefield would open.
Sora VS Akira
With the Field opened up and prepared, both players pulled out a Gate Card for them to be able to use!
Sora / Akira - Gate Card, set!
The two threw out their Gate Cards, allowing the cards to enlarge themselves when they landed on the field. With the preparations all set up, Akira made the first move.
01T
Akira - Guess it's my turn to shine! Bakugan, brawl! Centipoid, stand!
The young Brawler threw out a Subterra Bakugan that looked like a centipede onto his Gate Card, where it appeared, calling out its battle cry. Sora watched as he looked at Leonidas for a moment.
02T
Sora - Alright... Here goes nothing! You ready for battle, Leonidas?
Leonidas (determined) - Do you really need to ask? Let's battle!
Making himself turn back into a ball, the Darkus Bakugan allowed himself to be used by Sora as the Darkus Brawler threw Leonidas into the game, to where Centipoid was standing on Akira's Card!
Sora - Bakugan, brawl! Leonidas, stand!
As soon as Leonidas stood on Akira's Gate Card, the ground shook for a moment as a large shadow appeared on where Leonida made a stand! Both Sora and Akira watched in disbelief to see Leonidas roaring at being called out to the battlefield.
Leonidas - HAH! Yes! Now I can unleash my true power!
Sora (shocked) - N-No way... This is what Leonidas really looks like? And his Power Level...!
Baku-Pod - Leonidas enters battle. Leonidas' Power Level at 400 G's. Centipoid's Power Level is at 320 G's.
Sora (amazed) - 400 G's...? That's amazing...
Leonidas (confident) - Hmph... You'll be more surprised when I battle!
Akira was in shock too to see that a Bakugan would be that powerful. But nevertheless, he shook his head before preparing to right against Sora's new partner.
Akira (irritated) - Argh! That doesn't matter! This should wipe you out! Gate Card, open!
The Subterra Reactor Gate Card revealed itself, giving Centipoid a big boost!
Baku-Pod - Centipoid's Power Level increases by 150. Power Level increases to 470 G's.
Sora - A power boost Gate Card, huh? In that case, this card should do the trick! Ability Card, activate! Alpha Blaster! Now Leonidas will be even more stronger thanks to his signature power!
At those words, Leonidas charged up energy in his mouth, ready to launch it towards Centipoid.
Baku-Pod - Leonidas' Power Level increases to 600 G's.
Akira (shocked) - 600 G's!? I can't stand up to that! Centipoid, look out!
The words came too late as Leonidas launched a powerful energy blast to blast Centipoid out of the way! With the power difference being too high, the centipede-like Bakugan was defeated, forced to return to its ball form.
Akira: 2 Bakugan
03T
Akira (shocked) - Ah!
Leonidas did the same by returning to Sora, only by victory.
Sora (amazed) - That was awesome, Leonidas! I didn't think you'd be this strong!
Leonidas (confident) - I told you I'd release my true power in these battles! Let's go again! No hesitation!
Sora (surprised) - Huh? Oh, sure... Whatever you say.
The tone of change surprised the Darkus Brawler, who didn't expect his partner Bakugan to be this invigorated to keep battling even when it won one round.
Akira (annoyed) - No! No way! You may have won this round, but that's going to change! Gate Card, set!
The young Brawler threw a Gate Card on the left of Sora's Gate Card before he threw out another Subterra Bakugan to take Centipoid's place.
Akira - Bakugan, brawl! Terrowclaw, stand!
This time, a hermit crab-like Bakugan appeared to face Sora as it appeared on Akira's second Gate Card. Leonidas floated up to his human partner, asking to be sent out again like the first round.
04T
Leonidas - Come on! Let's keep it rolling!
Sora (hesitant) - Huh? Oh... right! Bakugan, brawl! Leonidas, stand!
Once again, the dark dragon-like Bakugan roared at being called out before he glared at Terrowclaw. Akira winced before he stood his ground, not wanting to lose like before.
Baku-Pod - New battle begins.
Akira - This time, for sure! Gate Card, open! Triple Battle!
The Command Card was activated, creating a barrier to protect Terrowclaw from any of Leonidas' attacks!
Akira (cocky) - Ha! You're in for it now, kid! With the Command Card, Triple Battle, I can stop this battle from going until one of us puts a third Bakugan into the game!
Sora - I wouldn't be so sure, Akira. Two against one doesn't sound fair on my side! Ability Card, activate! Grand Down!
With the Grand Down Ability Card, the barrier collapsed while the Command Card turned dark!
Akira (bewildered) - Huh!? No way! You shut down my Gate Card! Ah!
Akira could only watch as Terrowclaw was slammed away hard by Leonidas' tail, who then slashed at the hermit crab-like Bakugan several times! Terrowclaw shrieked in pain before it returned to its ball form.
At seeing his partner Bakugan strike hard like that, the new Brawler widened his eyes in surprise before he shook his head to see Leonidas returning to him in its ball form.
Akira: 1 Bakugan
05T
Akira (disbelief) - N-No! This can't be happening! How do you do that!? The first time we met, you couldn't do anything on your own! And now you've got that powerful Bakugan that's winning these matches for you!
Sora (unsure) - That's, well...
The Darkus Brawler didn't know how to answer that question since he didn't know why Leonidas was strong, or why he battled so aggressively. All he knew was, was that he was going to become stronger and achieve his goal.
And that goal would be to become a Battle Brawler like Dan and his friends. Shaking his head, Sora stopped speaking before he just glared at the young boy, who noticed his glare and silence.
Akira (irritated) - So you're not gonna talk, huh? Fine! That's fine by me! I'll beat you for sure this time! Gate Card, set! Bakugan, brawl! Fear Ripper, stand!
As soon as Akira threw his last Gate Card, he sent out another Subterra Bakugan that looked like some sort of fierce shredder!
Baku-Pod - Fear Ripper enters battle at 330 G's. No other data available.
06T
Sora - Here we go again, Leonidas... You ready?
Leonidas (confident) - Do you really need to ask? I'm always ready for a battle! Let's go!
Returning to his ball form, Leonidas went into Sora's hand, allowing the new Darkus Brawler to send his new Guardian Bakugan out to Akira's Gate Card once more to face Fear Ripper.
Akira (serious) - It's time to make a comeback! Gate Card, open! See how you like the Character Card for Fear Ripper!
Baku-Pod - Fear Ripper's Power Level increases, doubling to 660 G's.
Akira - And this! Ability Card, activate! Slash Zero! With this Ability Card, Fear Ripper gains another 80 G's! Making it a total of 740 G's! Try to beat that on for size!
Baku-Pod - Power Level increases to 740 G's. Leonidas remains at 400 G's.
Sora - So this time, it's a Character Card and an Ability Card combo... Okay, then! Ability Card, activate! Merge Shield!
Akira (surprised) - What does that do!?
Sora (serious) - To be honest, I'm kinda surprised on how this Ability Card works! It can replicate the power level of Leonidas for how much power level your Bakugan gained during battle!
At his explanation, power surged through Leonidas' body as he roared in satisfaction, feeling so much energy pooling into him, thanks to the unintentional help from Akira and his combo.
Leonidas (satisfied) - Yes! This power... I can feel the energy pooling into my body!
Baku-Pod - Leonidas' Power Level increases to 810 G's, due to Merge Shield's Effect.
Akira (shocked) - No way! 810 G's!?
As victory was approaching, Leonidas slashed at Fear Ripper multiple times, only for his strikes to be more harsh and aggressive! Sora noticed this as he watched Fear Ripper nearly get ripped apart before it turned back to its ball form.
As for Akira, he took little notice in what Leonidas did as the young boy fell to his knees in defeat.
Akira (disbelief) - This can't be...! I lost...
WIN: Sora
With the battle over, time was restored to its original speed. Sora on the other hand, panted a little, since the battle went a little rough for him to take, especially since Leonidas fought a bit harshly.
Akira (frustrated) - No way... No way! This wasn't how it was supposed to happen! There's no way I could've lost to you! You just got lucky!
Standing up, Akira ran off, annoyed with the complete loss he had gained during the battle.
Akira (determined) - I'll beat you the next time we meet! You better be ready, kid!
With those words, Akira was out of the park, leaving Sora be, who frowned with the way the battle had ended. Taking Leonidas into his right hand, the Darkus Brawler frowned at his new Guardian Bakugan.
Sora (unsure) - Leonidas, don't you think that was a bit harsh on the Bakugan that you've fought? I hardly doubt any other Bakugan would end the battle that harshly.
Leonidas (unfazed) - Hmph... If you think that was rough, the you're too soft.
Sora (surprised) - Huh!? What's that supposed to mean?
Leonidas (serious) - You and your other human friends may not know this, but Bakugan is more than just a game! Once you throw me into battle, it's just combat! There is a winner and there is a loser! And no matter what happens, a Bakugan can't lower his or her guard down... Not even for a moment.
Sora (surprised) - Leonidas...
Leonidas (serious) - If you're seriously wanting to be partners with me, Sora... Then you have to learn when to accomplish things the hard way, no matter how soft you really want to be when facing your opponents in battle!
Sora (hesitant) - That's, well... I just... Ugh... So I can't even stay relaxed until the battle is completely over? Is that what you're saying?
Leonidas (serious) - Exactly... And if you make one mistake, that can be fatal and deep. That's why I fight hard and aggressively. I don't fear anyone! Not weak humans! Or any of the other Bakugan!
Sora (unsure) - Alright, fine... But, you really need to lighten up a little. Even if it's a tough battle you want, or when you don't want to lower your guard, you could try to tone your aggression down...
Leonidas (disappointed) - Hmph... As you say, let's battle...
With those words, Leonidas closed himself up, shaking for a moment. At Leonidas speaking to him like that, Sora began to think and wonder a little before he looked up at the clouds in the sky.
Sora (thinking) - Don't lower your guard down even a little, huh... I guess, that's one thing I could keep in my mind...
To be continued...
Sora's Ranking and Battles:
Rank: 987
W/L: 2/0
Next chapters:
Chapter 2: The Harsh Truth About Aggression
Chapter 3: The Big Challenge From Tigrerra
Chapter 4: The Dreadful Truth About Doom
Chapter 5: The Strongest Masked Brawler Is!?
Chapter 6: Challenge to be a Battle Brawler!
Preview:
Sora - Hey... This is Sora. Next time on Bakugan Battle Brawlers, after I met Leonidas and had my first battle with him together, I still feel like I need to learn a lot about him. His aggression and his way of battling... is it really that different of mine? Anyways, I meet up with Dan, along with his friends, Runo and Marucho. When those three meet Leonidas, this suddenly gets into an ugly turn. What's so different about Leonidas besides his battling style? Find out, on Bakugan Battle Brawlers!
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