CHARMED
"A New Beginning"
This is a sequel to "Second Change"
(A Charmed/Buffy, The Vampire Slayer Crossover)
by J. B. Tilton
email: aramath@isot.com
Rating: G
Disclaimer: "Charmed" and all related characters and events are the property of the WB television network, and "Buffy, The Vampire Slayer" and all related characters and events are the property of Josh Whedon, except for those characters specifically created for this story. This is a work of fan fiction and no infringement of copyright is intended.
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After joining the Avatars, Cole is tasked with helping the famed vampire slayer defeat her greatest adversary: The First Evil.
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ONE
Cole Turner walked impatiently through the swirling mists of the realm where he had spent what seemed like an eternity. After joining the Avatars, they had brought him to this place. Where, or even when, he was, he didn't know. All he knew was that he was getting impatient.
The Avatars who had come for him had intimated that he would be serving a higher purpose here. Something beyond the petty differences between good and evil. Cole had been on both sides of that argument. He found he preferred good. That was something his current benefactors said he would never have to choose between again.
"Trembor," Cole said, walking up to one of the "teachers" he was acquainted with. "Have you seen Malkus? I get the feeling he's avoiding me."
"Malkus is a very busy man," responded Trembor. "I'm sure he isn't avoiding you. As our leader, he has much that occupies his attention. Is there something I could do for you?"
Cole just looked at the man. He appeared human enough. He was a good six inches shorter than Cole and always seemed to have a perpetual smile on his face. His goatee was immaculately trimmed and he usually stood with his hands folded inside the folds of the sleeves of his robe.
"No," Cole said, dejectedly. "I'm just bored. I've been here forever and I'm anxious to do something."
"You've hardly been here forever," Trembor replied. "While it is true that time here has a different from time on Earth, it is hardly an eternity."
"When I was invited to join the Avatars," Cole said, "I had no idea you were Dark Mages. Mostly witches and warlocks who feel that there will never truly be a winner in the good versus evil conflict. But I've accepted that. I've studied all the texts you've given me. And I know that soon I'll begin my studies in the forbidden arts that you all practice. The arts that give you even greater power than you had on Earth.
"But sitting around on my hands wasn't part of the deal. I need to be occupied. To be doing something. I've agreed to become a Dark Mage and help you in keeping the balance between good and evil, but if I don't do something soon I'm going to go out of my mind."
"Dark Mage is a term we prefer not to use," said a man walking up to Cole.
He was as tall as Cole and wore the same grayish robe that Trembor wore. All full-fledged Avatars wore them in this domain. It distinguished them from the trainees, such as Cole. This man was totally bald, however. And he wore no facial hair as most of the Avatars did. Cole turned to the man.
"Malkus," Cole said, "I didn't mean any disrespect. And I know you don't like the term 'Dark Mage'. But that's what you're called on Earth. Old habits are hard to break."
"You'll break it soon enough," Malkus said, smiling. "I understand your anxiousness. We all go through it when we first arrive here. And I know you're ready to go out and do your part to help us. You are nearly ready. There is only one more task you must complete. Join me in a short while. We'll discuss the matter fully then."
"That's more like it," Cole said.
Malkus turned and walked into the swirling mists leaving Cole and his mentor alone.
"The final task," Trembor said. "You've progressed rapidly. Few novitiates have progressed as rapidly as you have. But then, there have never been any half demons join our group."
"Former half demon," Cole corrected. "What is this final task?"
"A sort of test," Trembor replied. "You needn't worry about it. It is simply to see how well you have adjusted to becoming an Avatar. When the test is complete, Malkus will decide how best to utilize you. That is what the test is for."
"Oh, okay," Cole said. "Is it dangerous?"
"Not to you," Trembor said. "You have the basic powers of an Avatar already. They will protect you in whatever this task will be. And before you ask, I can't tell you what the task is. It is different for each of us. I wish you well. You have been a good student. Soon, we shall be equals."
"Thanks, Trembor," Cole said.
Cole turned and moved off into the mist to find Malkus. Trembor watched him go. They had spent a great deal of time and energy training Cole. He hoped Cole would do well in the test.
"A New Beginning"
This is a sequel to "Second Change"
(A Charmed/Buffy, The Vampire Slayer Crossover)
by J. B. Tilton
email: aramath@isot.com
Rating: G
Disclaimer: "Charmed" and all related characters and events are the property of the WB television network, and "Buffy, The Vampire Slayer" and all related characters and events are the property of Josh Whedon, except for those characters specifically created for this story. This is a work of fan fiction and no infringement of copyright is intended.
* * *
After joining the Avatars, Cole is tasked with helping the famed vampire slayer defeat her greatest adversary: The First Evil.
* * *
ONE
Cole Turner walked impatiently through the swirling mists of the realm where he had spent what seemed like an eternity. After joining the Avatars, they had brought him to this place. Where, or even when, he was, he didn't know. All he knew was that he was getting impatient.
The Avatars who had come for him had intimated that he would be serving a higher purpose here. Something beyond the petty differences between good and evil. Cole had been on both sides of that argument. He found he preferred good. That was something his current benefactors said he would never have to choose between again.
"Trembor," Cole said, walking up to one of the "teachers" he was acquainted with. "Have you seen Malkus? I get the feeling he's avoiding me."
"Malkus is a very busy man," responded Trembor. "I'm sure he isn't avoiding you. As our leader, he has much that occupies his attention. Is there something I could do for you?"
Cole just looked at the man. He appeared human enough. He was a good six inches shorter than Cole and always seemed to have a perpetual smile on his face. His goatee was immaculately trimmed and he usually stood with his hands folded inside the folds of the sleeves of his robe.
"No," Cole said, dejectedly. "I'm just bored. I've been here forever and I'm anxious to do something."
"You've hardly been here forever," Trembor replied. "While it is true that time here has a different from time on Earth, it is hardly an eternity."
"When I was invited to join the Avatars," Cole said, "I had no idea you were Dark Mages. Mostly witches and warlocks who feel that there will never truly be a winner in the good versus evil conflict. But I've accepted that. I've studied all the texts you've given me. And I know that soon I'll begin my studies in the forbidden arts that you all practice. The arts that give you even greater power than you had on Earth.
"But sitting around on my hands wasn't part of the deal. I need to be occupied. To be doing something. I've agreed to become a Dark Mage and help you in keeping the balance between good and evil, but if I don't do something soon I'm going to go out of my mind."
"Dark Mage is a term we prefer not to use," said a man walking up to Cole.
He was as tall as Cole and wore the same grayish robe that Trembor wore. All full-fledged Avatars wore them in this domain. It distinguished them from the trainees, such as Cole. This man was totally bald, however. And he wore no facial hair as most of the Avatars did. Cole turned to the man.
"Malkus," Cole said, "I didn't mean any disrespect. And I know you don't like the term 'Dark Mage'. But that's what you're called on Earth. Old habits are hard to break."
"You'll break it soon enough," Malkus said, smiling. "I understand your anxiousness. We all go through it when we first arrive here. And I know you're ready to go out and do your part to help us. You are nearly ready. There is only one more task you must complete. Join me in a short while. We'll discuss the matter fully then."
"That's more like it," Cole said.
Malkus turned and walked into the swirling mists leaving Cole and his mentor alone.
"The final task," Trembor said. "You've progressed rapidly. Few novitiates have progressed as rapidly as you have. But then, there have never been any half demons join our group."
"Former half demon," Cole corrected. "What is this final task?"
"A sort of test," Trembor replied. "You needn't worry about it. It is simply to see how well you have adjusted to becoming an Avatar. When the test is complete, Malkus will decide how best to utilize you. That is what the test is for."
"Oh, okay," Cole said. "Is it dangerous?"
"Not to you," Trembor said. "You have the basic powers of an Avatar already. They will protect you in whatever this task will be. And before you ask, I can't tell you what the task is. It is different for each of us. I wish you well. You have been a good student. Soon, we shall be equals."
"Thanks, Trembor," Cole said.
Cole turned and moved off into the mist to find Malkus. Trembor watched him go. They had spent a great deal of time and energy training Cole. He hoped Cole would do well in the test.