The Kingdom Hidden in the Clouds
By SWZ
Summary: Shinji didn't know anything regarding his mother's side of the family in fact he didn't know anything about her at all. Until One day he finds an item belonging his mother and then he discovers she was quite literally not from this world
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Beta read by Banditwerewolf
Chapter two
Starting the Search
In the Asariain palace throne room, Palutena was sitting on her throne looking down on the woman kneeling before her. She was 5'7 she had big breasts and long dark hair tied in a ponytail had pale skin brown eyes, she wore a red skintight revealing bodysuit with mesh on both sides, she had sliver armored gauntlets with red open fingered gloves on her arms and hands. Blue armored shoulder pads adorned both her shoulders with matching shin guards, she had a black short sword strapped behind her waist and sheathed white sword strapped to her back. Her name was Taki, assassin, tracker and silent guard of Asario.
"I am sorry to interrupt your training Taki, but something has occurred that requires your skills as one of our most effective trackers." Palutena stated.
"What has happened? And how might I be of service your highness?" asked Taki raising her head
"There has been a sign of my sister's whereabouts on earth." said the queen getting a look of surprise from the woman in red.
"Princess Yui on earth? Are you certain my queen?" asked Taki getting a nod from her.
"Yes, Impa said she detected a strong spike of Asarian energy originate from earth. It can only be done with one the of three sacred relics. The Staff, the amulet and the bracelet. You are to search for the source, since only those of the royal line may have them and wield their power." Palutena stated
Bowing her head slightly, Taki asked
"When do you wish for me to depart?" Taki asked
"Immediately, gather what you may require, but tread cautiously, blend in with the populace. We still do not know what has occurred on earth"
"Yes my queen, I shall depart at once." said Taki rising to her feet and walking out the large double doors.
As she left a beautiful woman with an hourglass figure came from the shadows after watching the events from a far. She had blue eyes, was tall, had long blonde hair with a gold crown with sapphire and rubies, she wore a pink evening gown with a sapphire brooch, with frilly trimmings with short puffy sleeves, and a pannier style over-skirt. She wore red high heels on her feet and long white evening gloves.
Her name was Peach, princess and ambassador of the Mushroom Kingdom and one of Palutena's closest friends.
"Palutena," Peach started to say but was cut off
"I know what you're going to say Peach. I know I'm taking a risk but if there is a chance I must take it." said Palutena.
"It wasn't your fault for what happened to Yui." she said
"Yes it was, I was so focused on my studies and training that I didn't spend anytime with her. Add to that our mother was so focused on keeping peaceful relations with the Gerudo tribe she neglected Yui as well."
"Yes, the Gerudo became very volatile, after the assassination of their chieftain. It was fortunate that the assassin was caught and killed." said Peach.
"Yes, though why they thought both of our respective kingdoms had anything to do with it is beyond me. But we should be thankful that their new chief Nabooru is more understanding and level headed. Said Palutena
"True, we should invite her for tea sometime." said Peach causing her friend to chuckle.
"Your castle or mine?" asked the queen of Asario
(With Taki at the Bridge)
Taki was nearing the bridge in the outskirts of Asario to depart for her mission to earth. It had been awhile since she had been to earth, the last time she had been there she was in a place called Europe, but that was decades ago. Now she was nearing the entrance when she felt a presence behind her she turned around and saw a young girl in her early 20's and slender short blonde/Sliverish hair pale skin, bright green eyes. Wearing an opening swimsuit dress like outfit (Cassandra's SCLV/4 costume) Her name was Cassandra Alexander Lt, of Asariain royal guard and Taki's best friend
"Cassandra, this is an unexpected surprise. What can I do you for you?" asked Taki while Cassandra stood in front her.
"Yes, You can tell me why is Queen Palutena sending you back to earth?" asked Cassandra
Taki sighed knowing she would ask that question
"There was a spike of Asariain energy that originated on earth. Our queen has tasked me to investigate." answered Taki
"How? No one has been to earth since the previous queen forbade entry there." said Cassandra
"True, but our current queen suspects princess Yui might still be alive, and waiting to be found." stated Taki
"Princess Yui alive?!" Cassandra gasped getting a nod from her
"Yes, that is why the Queen called me back from my training."
"I should ask the queen to let me accompany you, since I've always wanted to see earth."
Taki only shook her head no
"Thank you, but it's not necessary my friend. I do my best tracking alone, besides you have your duties here. And I do not think that your older sister Sophita would appreciate you abandoning your duites to join to me on earth." said Taki causing Cassandra to pout
"Oh come on, all I do is help train newbies. I need to get out of the castle training grounds to see some action."
Taki merely chuckled, then glanced at Impa the looked back at her friend.
" Impa, with all her seeing eyes will inform you if I need assistance." Taki said cheering her friend up a bit.
"Alright, I'll be waiting by the gate Taki, good luck down there." Cassandra said
Taki smiled then turned back to the gate, she entered and while greeting Impa.
"Keep your wits about you Taki. What occurred on earth still distorts my vision, so it is unclear how earth may have changed." Impa said.
"I'll be careful Impa, please open the bridge." said Taki getting a nod from the gatekeeper.
Impa walked up to the platform, a pulled up a bladed object. Energy started to surge in the compound, and the drill like apparatus came to life and started to open and spin. A multicolored beam shot out the end of it shooting downward. At the entrance way a bright blue vortex opened up. Taki stepped up to the portal with eyes full of determination.
" May the Goddess be with you Taki" Cassandra said from behind her, as the assassin glanced back at her.
"Goodbye my friend, and may the Goddess be with you." said Taki stepping through then vanishing.
Impa, repeated the same action as before and closed the bridge. Cassandra took one last glance before departing.
End Chapter
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End Notes: Here it is the second chapter. I'm reintroducing Soul Caliber characters from my previous version of That Launched A Thousand Ships as well Nintendo characters. Who knows Mr Video Game himself might pop in and say hello. Sorry for how short it is I just wanted to create the basis first, by starting off a little slow since I didn't want to rush it like I did in my last one. In the next chapter Taki will arrive in Tokyo-3, and she'll get into a few Soul Caliber style fights but she will eventually find Shinji and return to Asario to the tell the queen. And in case anyone is wondering why Impa's view of earth is distorted. The effects of second impact caused radar like interference sort of like a blackout or an EMP disruptor. I want to thank Bandit Werewolf for beta reading, and I hope everyone enjoyed it cause I won't be working on this for awhile since I want to concentrate on Shinji's One Wish as well get my other stories updated before the year is out. Also the poll on my profile, I'm gonna trim it down to and keep it at the top five (I'm really pulling for Tallgesse or Epyon). I'll keep it up til black friday so please cast your votes. Thank you for reading please leave a good review and suggestions if any.