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Legend of the Guardians

Chapter 1: Awakening

10 years later

"huff...huff...damn"

It was dark, that day they met, dark and raining in Midgar. He was 10 years old and had run away from an institute called "the orphanage". He was dressed in an black coat that covered him from head to toe and he was determined to get away. It was an institution that was built specifically for children like him. He wasn't from this world and the story was that 5 years ago, he suddenly appeared falling out of the sky. Everyone watched in amazement as he floated down and landed unharmed. Nobody knew what to do with an unconscious 5 year old, so they called the Shinra company who, in turn called the Turks to investigate. When they got there they were disappointed to find a seemingly normal child lying in the street, but when they asked what happened they were surprised by the story.

It was then that they received orders to take him back to Shinra Labs for study. To say they were shocked at what they found was an understatement. They were mortified to find that this mere child carried within him phenomenal power, and so they spent the next 5 years analyzing, scanning, and studying him to find ways to copy a fraction of that power and apply it to the Soldier program.

The first 4 years weren't that bad, for the boy made a lot of friends in the facility. Most of the staff were nice to him and he liked them. He'd even thought of some of them as family. He enjoyed being with them as well as the other children. However, all of that changed when a Shinra scientist by the name of professor Hojo came and decided to use him in the other children in his maniacal experiments. One kid managed to escape, but the others weren't so lucky. Many of the other children were killed from being torn apart or tortured so Hojo could use their genes to enhance the weapons from Soldier. There many staff members that were against his methods and so they decided to help the boy escape the prison of torture. So, using one of the prototype bikes known as Fenrir, he escaped from the facility.

"Find him. Don't let him get away!"

The guards were shouting and scrambling all over the place, but that didn't matter to him. What mattered was getting out of the facility. He was running down the corridor until he came upon the testing grounds for Fenrir. He looked around checking for guards. Finding none he made a B-line for the Fenrir. He put the keys in the ignition and listened to it purr.

"There he is! Don't let him escape with the prototype!"

The guards were coming and he didn't have much time. He twisted the accelerator and sped into the night, heading for the main gates. An alarm had sounded behind him and he could hear police sirens behind him so he sped up, hoping to get to the gate before they caught him. When he rounded the corner with Fenrir he stared wide-eyed at the main gate.

The gate was lined with armed gunman from Shinra and all of their weapons were trained on him as he approached. Damn, he thought. He scanned the area quickly before his sky blue eyes landed on a ramp that could help him get over the gate. That could work!, he thought. But before he could make a move the gunman lit up the entire area with bullets to prevent his escape. Che... annoying bastards, he thought as he swerved left and right, easily evading the rain of bullets. Once he saw the opportunity to go for the ramp he took it. He made a break for the fence and, using the ramp, made a good jump to the other side.

Once he made it over he took a quick glance behind him to find that they had trouble reopening the gate, courtesy of one of his friends on staff. He smiled at this thought, but that smile soon faded when he saw that Shinra had sent combat helis after him. Man, they must be getting serious. At this thought he turned on Fenrir and did a wheely before speeding into the city.

It wasn't long before the helis found him again and unleashed a rain of bullets and a barrage of missiles at him. He evaded the missiles to the best of his ability before one managed to hit the rear tire. Knowing he couldn't save the bike he jumped of into a dark alley and hid in the shadows. He looked down and found a black coat laying on the ground. He decided to use it to blend into the shadows and so he put it on. He pulled the hood up so it covered his face and, hiding the Magnum he found on the bike, walked down the alley away from the wreckage. He was only able to get out to the other side of the alley before he was found by Reno of the Turks.

"Well well well, if it isn't the escape convict. Come back quietly before things get messy" Reno stated with a mischievous smirk.

The boy couldn't help but glare at him. He pulled out the Magnum and was ready to fire when a giant airborne shrunken knocked they gun out of his hand and returned to it's owner.

"Took you long enough Elena." Said woman raised her hand and caught the weapon effortlessly.

"Would have been here sooner if SOMEONE had reported in like they were supposed to."

Before Reno could respond a gruff voice cut in.

"Enough. Finish the mission then fight later"

"Aww, your no fun Rude" the woman known as Elena pouted.

The three looked to each other once more before turning ti the boy who, in turn, was glaring daggers at all of them. The boy didn't want to use his powers so early in the game but he had no choice if he wanted to escape. With that in mind he called upon the power resting in his heart. When he opened his eyes again they were a glowing sky blue. The moment he opened his eyes a powerful whirlwind was created around him. The Turks stared at him wide-eyed, for they were expecting a simple retrieval mission, not a fight. Before they could blink the boy disappeared and reappeared in front of Reno. leaving no time for him to react the boy punched him, sending him through the wall of the building. Elena, who finally recovered from shock, threw her giant shrunken at him only to find that he wasn't there. She sensed something behind her but couldn't react in time and was sent to the floor making a small crater. Rude was sent through the roof and back down again before he could register what happened to his teammates. When the gunmen arrived on scene they found all three needing emergency medical assistance and the suspect missing.

" huff...huff...damn"

Now here he was, on the side of the road, trying to regain his strength. Using his abilities took a lot of energy, energy he didn't have at the moment. He herd sirens and quickly hid in the shadows. Thunder sounded in the distance, signaling it was going to rain soon. Just as the thought crossed his mind it started pouring. "Just my luck" he muttered sarcastically. He took a step deeper into the shadows only for his foot to land on air. "WHAT THE...?" was all he could say before everything went black and he felt himself falling into the abyss below.

He was falling, more like floating, down into the darkness. It was as if he were sinking in water, simply descending slowly. He didn't know where he was, but he wasn't scared. If fact, it was peaceful. That in itself made him curious as to where he was. He had experienced many emotions in his 10 year old life, but never peace. It was a feeling that always escaped him. No matter where he went, there was always someone or something trying to hurt him. Because of this he hardly had a chance to breath, let alone feel peace. Already he liked this feeling and hoped it wouldn't go away anytime soon. What is this place? he thought to himself. It was then that he felt his descent slowing. He felt himself flip so that he would land on the 'floor' feet first.

Once he landed he felt it safe to open his eyes. He looked at his surroundings to find that he was in absolute darkness, yet somehow he could still see. "Where am I?" he asked the darkness softly. He wasn't expecting an answer so when he got one, he was a little surprised.

You are here because you have been chosen.

The boy jumped and searched frantically for the voice. Finding nothing he calmed himself. He was sure he had heard the voice, but it was like it wasn't there. Looking around once more, he decided to get some answers and so asked the voice calmly, " What's going on? Who are you?" When the voice responded he kept his cool and listened.

I am but a guide that shall lead you on the right path.

" What do you mean?"

I am here to assist you, for your awakening.

"Awakening?"

YES

"Why me?"

You have the power to bring back those lost to the darkness, and protect those of darkness, light, and nothingness. In order to use this power you must fully awaken.

"I see."

The boy didn't know what was going on, but if he could use his curse to help people and learn how to fully control his power, he wouldn't pass up a chance. He took a step forward in the darkness, only to be surrounded by a fury of birds and feathers. It was then that a brilliant light shone beneath his feet, temporarily blinding him. He brought his hands up to his face to shield his eyes, the sound of birds were rapidly fading. He removed his arms and opened his eyes to find himself standing on a stain glass platform. A picture of himself was on it and he was holding two key-shaped weapons. As he was examining his picture, three pillars appeared holding three weapons, a staff, a sword, and a shield.

In order to move forward you must first choose a path, achieve this by picking a weapon.

At this the boy looked to the three weapons. He went over to the sword and the voice said, The sword of the warrior This weapon can bring about great power as well as great destruction, is this the path you choose?

The boy responded by saying "Maybe" and moved on to the next weapon. He went over to the shield and the voice said, The shield of the guardian. This weapon give you the strength to protect others, is this the path you seek?

The boy contemplated the offer before shaking his head. He had made his decision and so walked to the center of the platform and raised his arms out to the shield and the sword. He closed his eyes and said, "A shield to protect those I hold dear..." at this the shield went to his left hand and he took it,"...and a sword to defeat those who stand in my way." at this the sword went to his left hand. The boy then opened his eyes and exclaimed determinedly "This is the path I choose!". To this the voice responded,Very well.At this the staff and the pillars vanished and a giant door appeared. It opened to reveal a brilliant light. Then the voice said, Go forth,and he did so with shield and sword in hand.

Never stop seeking the light.

He kept walking forward.

But be warned.

His shadow began to grow.

The closer you get to the light...

His shadow grew wings.

...the greater your shadow becomes.

His shadow took shape and was melting out of the stained glass. He turned around at the sound of the noise and his face held the look of pure horror. For the being before him looked like a giant monster version of the Grim Reaper. (A/N Marluxia's final form). He turned back around and made a break for the door only to find it gone and him nearly falling off the edge of the platform.

But do not be afraid. And don't forget...

He regained his balance and turned to face the creature. The weapons in his hands began to glow.

You hold the mightiest weapons of all.

The light faded he was holding two keyblades The shield had become the Aubade keyblade while the sword had become the Omega weapon. The boy had felt the power of the two keyblades rush through him as well as his own power increase ten fold. He looked to the monster with a confidant smirk on his face and said, "Alright then, lets do this." With that he charged the monster.

It took a swipe at him with his scythe in which he jumped over, effectively evading the blow. He landed on one of it's wings and held on. The monster tried to shake him of but to no avail He took Omega weapon and swiped at the wing, cutting it off. The monster roared in agony and shook him off. As he was falling it disappeared and reappeared behind him. It took it's scythe and swiped downwards. He managed to turn around in time to block the blow but the force of the attack caused him to crash into the stained glass, creating a small crater.

When the smoke cleared he stood up with his eyes glowing, determined to take it down. He disappeared and reappeared atop the scythe. He swiped at the hands holding the scythe and banished his keyblades. Before it could react he took the scythe in both hands and cut off it's wings. The scythe broke on the last wing so he summoned his keyblades. It struck out at him in a desperate attempt to beat him but he was to quick and soon cut off his arms. Then he stabbed the blades in it's skull and sliced it down the middle, effectively defeating it. When he landed the door reappeared and he walked though. As he did the voice said,

You are the one who will open the door.

The boy woke up in the ally he had left. Only one went through his mind. What the hell!?