Chapter 1: Meet the Light Warriors.
Note: This story was inspired by Final Fantasy: Dawn of Souls, which I was the proud owner of about 1-2 months ago.
I loved it, especially the original one. I liked how you could pick any selection of characters you want, having various strengths and weaknesses. I first picked a team of a Fighter, Thief, Black Belt and White Mage, and after I beat the last dungeon,I'ma gonna make a new game, which is what this story will be based on. Whereever I go in the game, and what I do, will be recorded here in the form of a story. OK? Good.
This story will contain action, drama, humour, romance, et cetera!
The world lies shrouded in darkness,
The winds die.
The seas rage.
The earth decays...
But the people believe in a prophecy, patiently awaiting its fulfillment.
When the darkness comes,
4 brave warriors will arrive,
to resurrect life.
After a long journey, 3 young travellers did appear, and in each hand, they held a crystal.
A crystal, of life.
But where was the fourth one?
"C'mon, guys! We can't keep the people waiting!" cried a fairly high-pitched voice, still on the brink of cracking.
The yeller was Herby, a renowned Black Mage student. Their teachers told them they were on an adventure, and he just couldn't wait to get things started. Some of his friends, a Red Mage named Steve and a Monk who went by Reed, just walked behind, ignoring the noise the loud Black Mage made. They were supposed to meet another student of the arts of the Thief in Cornelia, the capital of their continent. Steve seemed nervous, but Reed just kept on walking, as Herby's brown hair flew in the wind.
Soon, they entered the town of Cornelia, and what a sight they saw! The town was bustling with people, families, a few soldiers here and there, and other stuff like that. A dancer, Arylon went over to the party to meet them.
"Oh, you're Herby! I've heard about you from the area! I heard you used to be quite the dancer!"
"Yes, but Black Magic is my specialty now." Herby replied. As Herby continued the talk, Steve and Reed completely ignored the conversation, waiting for the Thief to arrive. Steve was still nervous, adjusting his hat and robe for the situation.
Reed noticed that Steve was doing so, but he kept quiet.
Eventually, the master Thief arrived, bringing a short student, with short black hair. The master Thief was named Claude, and was quite good at agility.
"Hello, comrades."
Steve and Reed turned to Claude, and poked Herby to stop the chat with Arylon. They greeted themselves in their manner. Reed had a handshake with both master and pupil, Herby simply did a grandiose bow, and Steve just waved nervously. Herby and Reed then chastrised their friend for being so shy.
Claude then introduced their pupil to the group.
"Everyone, this is Nicky. He's been training to be a Thief for a good long while. Everyone, be good to him."
Just then, a soldier came along to the group.
"Are you the Warriors from the Prophecy...?"
Claude simply laughed. "No, but these four are, not me." He then pointed to the quartet, who simply waved at the soldier.
"Yes, these are the four. Come with me, you must see the King."
The group nodded obdiently, and went along with the soldier into Cornelia Castle.
The King observed the group. "Welcome, travelers. I am told that you carry Crystals. Is this true?"
The four simply showed the king their crystals, which shone in the light of the throne room.
"It's just as Lukahn's prophcy foretold: 'When Darkness veils the world, four Warriors of Light will come.'"
The King nodded, as the Chancellor spoke up.
"Your Majesty, we cannot be certain that these are the warriors foretold from the prophecy."
The King looked surprised. "Yet, they stand before us with the crystals. I cannot dismiss this as mere coincidence."
The King continued on.
"Crystal bearers, there is a task I would ask of you. Will you not rescue my daughter, Sarah?"
The Chancellor spared the details. "Garland, a knight once in the king's service, has abducted Princess Sarah. I ask for your aid in the name of His Majesty, the king of Cornelia. Garland has taken refuge in the Chaos Shrine, which lies to the north. Of course, we did attempt to save the Princess ourselves... But Garland is the finest swordsman in the kingdom.
We have none who can match him."
The King then promised that the bridge up at the north would be built, in honour of the rescue, if they were to succeed.
The group then left the castle, and went to gather their supplies.
Steve and Reed entered the town, rushing forward to pick up their weapons, and Herby and Nicky stayed behind, Herby trying to chat, but Nicky was silent, just clamming up.
"You know, you're much too antisocial, now, Nick. Thieves are supposed to be quick-talkers. Aren't they?"
Nicky was just quiet, saying nothing.
The foursome then entered the weapons shop. They purchased 2 rapiers, and a nunchaku. Steve wielded his rapier like a new toy.
"Hah! Hyah! I'm the best! Hyah!" He cried, as he repeatedly moved it every which way, where only Nicky dodged everything unharmed. Steve just had to compliment his evasion.
"Hey, Nicky, good job with my training. You make a good addition to the team"
"There ya go, Steve! That's just what you're supposed ta do!" Herby added.
The group left, Nicky having a slight blush on his face.
They entered the Armour Shop next. They picked up some Chain Mail for Steve, which he appreciated a lot. Reed and Nicky wore the Leather armour, and Herby bought nothing, as all were too heavy for him. They left for the Magic shops. First, Steve needed to learn some White Magic, so he got tomes of Cure and Protect. In the Black Magic shop, Steve got a Fire tome, and Herb learned Fire and Thunder, as the other two they sold were 'too inferior' in his opinion. With the rest of their cash, they bought 2 Potions, leaving them with one coin left.
They were ready, now.
They then left to fight off Goblins, Wolves, and set off on the first step to restoring the Crystals to grace.