Vile: I'm surprised I still have skin on my teeth with how close I'm cutting this, but I'm not gonna let myself fall behind even in the last few minutes. I have Chapter 4 done before this day is over, and here it is for everyone to see. Enjoy!
Numbershot 49: The Most Dangerous Time of the Year
Chapter 4
Kotori went for her Deck. "Wanna bet? Watashi no turn! Draw!" She drew her card. "Amethyst Robin, Shoukan!" A monster identical to her other bird emerged, but black with a purple gem head.
Amethyst Robin: Lv.4 DARK Winged Beast ATK:1600/DEF:700
"Two Level 4 monsters!" Dog-chan cried.
"Watashi wa Reberu Yon no Amber Robin to Amethyst Robin de Obarei!" Both of her monsters turned fully orange (Amber) and purple (Amethyst) before shooting into the air in a spiral. "Ni tai no chōjūzoku (Winged Beast-Type) monsuta de, Obarei Netwaaku kochiku!" A red spiral portal opened up, and both her monsters sailed inside. "Ekushiizu Shoukan! Arawareyo, Ironclaw Ostrich!" A twinkle appeared in the sky, then a form shot down and crashed into the field, showing itself to be a relatively normal-looking ostrich, but having larger-than-normal feet equipped with black armor gauntlets with sharp talons. Two orange Overlay Units orbited it.
Ironclaw Ostrich: Rank 4 EARTH Winged Beast/Xyz ATK:2500/DEF:1200 2 Overlay Units
"Yosh!" Yuma chirped. Brisbane, however, merely grinned, ever so slightly hitting a button on his Duel Disk without anyone noticing.
"Ironclaw Ostrich, attack his Wild Tiger!" Kotori declared. Ironclaw went to charge, but it ended up tripping over a vine. However, the vines then began to move, ensnaring the bird in a mass of them. "Nanda?"
"What happened?" Yuma wondered.
"You really gotta watch where yer going in the Savage Jungle, mate." Brisbane said sinisterly. "I activated my Trap Card, Living Vines of the Savage Jungle, the moment you Summoned your flightless friend there. Now for the rest of the turn, its Attack Points are cut in half."
Ostrich ATK:1250
"You're supposed to tell her that when you activate the thing, not right when she's about to attack!" Jenaveve griped angrily.
"You think this is some tournament, Pinky? You're in the wild now." Brisbane snarked. "Even so, all I did when that bird was Summoned was call out the vines. Halving the points didn't come into play until the actual attack." As Ostrich tried to get up, Wild Tiger leapt out of the foliage to attack.
"Trap, hatsudo! Bye Bye Damage!" Kotori's facedown flipped up, coating Ostrich with a pink glow. When Tiger latched onto its neck, Ostrich defiantly whipped its neck around, swinging Tiger around in the air before finally throwing it off.
Kotori LP:2850
"Survived again, eh?" Brisbane wondered.
"And more." Kotori replied with a smirk. "Not only does Bye Bye Damage protect Ironclaw Ostrich from being destroyed by battle, but since I took Battle Damage, you automatically take twice that damage!" The pink glow from the Trap became a pink energy blast and fired toward Brisbane, exploding on contact with the ground and pushing him back a few steps.
Brisbane LP:2900
"Lucky shot. But we're just getting started." Brisbane said.
"I'm not some prey. I've faced a lot worse than you. Kaado ichi mai settei. Turn end!" Kotori's facedown emerged, and Ostrich finally manages to wriggle free from the vines.
Ostrich ATK:2500
"My turn. Draw." He drew his card. "And at this time, Living Vines now takes its full form." The vines slithered to a new spot on Brisbane's field and began grouping together. "During my Standby Phase, Living Vines is Special Summoned to my field as a monster." The vines became a huge, VERY densely-clustered mass with two red feet and two large arms made out of the vines, two eyes peeking out from the darkness within.
Living Vines of the Savage Jungle: Lv.2 EARTH Plant ATK:1000/DEF:1000
"But it's not stickin' around, 'cuz I'm releasing it!" Living Vines became nothing but particles, forming a portal of sorts. "Adobansu Shoukan! From where the vines were, a large black gorilla covered in scars appeared in its place, beating its chest angrily.
Mighty Gorilla of the Savage Jungle: Lv.5 EARTH Beast ATK:2050/DEF:1450
"And here's something you should know about my Gorilla: It likes strong opponents, because then it really gets to flex its muscles." Brisbane explained. "In translation, when Mighty Gorilla attacks a monster whose Attack Points are higher than Gorilla's original Attack Points, then Gorilla's Attack Points become 2600 during the battle!" He thrust an arm forward. "Show 'em, pal. Attack Ironclaw Ostrich!" Gorilla let out a loud roar.
Gorilla ATK:2600
After beating its chest for a moment, Gorilla punched the ground twice before leaping forward, bringing up its arms before and slamming Ostrich's head with a hammer punch, plowing it into the ground and obliterating it.
Kotori LP:2750
"Now, Magic Card, Hidden Dangers, hatsudo. This lets me search my Deck for two Trap Cards and instantly set 'em facedown." Two cards slid out from his Deck, which he grabbed and placed in his Disk. "The catch, though, is that I can only activate one of them a turn. Turn end."
"Watashi no turn. Draw!" Kotori drew her card. "Magic Card, Shisha Sosei (Monster Reborn), hatsudo! Amber Robin, Tokushu Shoukan!" From a purple portal, her orange-jewel-headed bird returned.
Amber Robin: Lv.4 EARTH Winged Beast ATK:1600/DEF:700
"And now, Blizzard Falcon, Shoukan!" A small snowstorm kicked up, revealing a blue bird with snowflake-like wings.
Blizzard Falcon: Lv.4 WATER Winged Beast ATK:1500/DEF:1500
"Two more Level 4 monsters? Have ya already forgotten my Trap, sheila?" Brisbane asked.
"Obviously you don't know me that well. Watashi wa Reberu Yon no Amber Robin to Blizzard Falcon de Obarei!" Her two monsters turned fully orange and blue before shooting into the air in a spiral. "Ni tai no monsuta de, Obarei Netwaaku kochiku!" A galaxy portal opened up, and both monsters sailed inside. "Ekushiizu Shoukan!" A burst of light occurred.
The number "39" formed and flashed in red, and Hope's sealed form arose from a dark cloud. "Arawareyo, Nanbaazu Sanjuukyuu (Come forth, Number 39)! Kibou Ou Hope!" The gold and silver wings folded out and extended while the main body formed. Hope brandished his sword before docking it, and let out a cry of "HOPE!", its yellow Overlay Units circling it.
Number 39: Aspiring Emperor Hope: Rank 4 LIGHT Warrior/Xyz ATK:2500/DEF:2000 2 Overlay Units
"Hope? That's the Tsukumo boy's card." Brisbane said, slightly shocked. "Then, again, it makes sense you would have it since all your Number is good for supplying Materials for that bloke. Nothing more than your childish desire to help your boyfriend in times of need. No way a sheila like you could survive in the wild where the real women are."
"Hmph. This coming from the so-called hunter who doesn't seem to do anything worth calling research into his own prey." Hope mused.
"Oh, I've done enough research to anticipate the unexpected. Trap, hatsudo! Xyz Cage!" Out of nowhere, a large cage made of energy slammed down on top of Hope. This little beauty puts Hope out of reach for a while. Meaning he not only can't attack, but I can't attack it, either."
Kotori groaned. "Kuso…"
"A real hunter has aces up every piece of clothing. I can track you through everything and set you up for a shot."
"This isn't looking good… Hope was one of her best shots." Yuma moaned.
Kotori felt the same way. "…Turn end!"
"My turn. Draw!" Brisbane drew his card. "Indigenous Tribesman of the Savage Jungle, Shoukan." This new monster looked like mainly a red African tribal mask with arms and legs, holding a spear. "Indigenous Tribesman no kouka hatsudo. Because I Normal Summoned it, I can Special Summon another one from my Deck." A second copy of the monster emerged, but this one's mask body looked different and was colored blue.
Indigenous Tribesman of the Savage Jungle x2: Lv.3 EARTH Warrior ATK:1000/DEF:500
"And now I think it's time I went native and did like the locals." Brisbane said, flashing his teeth.
Everyone went wide-eyed. "Uh-oh."
"Ore wa Reberu San no Indigenous Tribesman ni tai de, Obarei!" Both of Brisbane's monsters turned fully orange before shooting into the air. "Ni tai no monsuta de, Obarei Netwaaku kochiku." A red spiral portal opened up, and both his monsters sailed inside. "Ekushiizu Shoukan! Arawaredechae (Reveal yourself)!" Tribal drums were heard as murky purple energy formed, receding from a new form. "Ancient Shaman of the Savage Jungle!" The form was another mask with arms and legs, but this one clearly seemed more elderly, the wood of the mask even starting to rot. Rather than a spear, it was carrying an intricate wooden staff. Two orange Overlay Units circled it.
Ancient Shaman of the Savage Jungle: Rank 3 EARTH Spellcaster/Xyz ATK:1200/DEF:2400 2 Overlay Units (Defense Mode)
"Ancient Shaman no kouka hatsudo. The moment I Xyz Summon it, I can bless any other Savage Jungle monsters I control with a power boost: An extra Level and 700 extra Attack and Defense Points!" Shaman pointed his staff at Wild Tiger without even looking at it, giving off a purple flash that caused the feline to become even bigger and more feral than before.
Wild Tiger: Lv.5 ATK:2500
Brisbane flashed his teeth again. "And now… Ore wa Reberu Go no Wild Tiger to Mighty Gorilla de, Obarei!" His two Beast-Types turned fully orange and spiraled into the air.
A galaxy portal opened up. "Here it comes!" Yuma and Kaito cried.
"Ni tai no monsuta de, Obarei Netwaaku kochiku!" His two monsters sailed inside, and a burst of light occurred. "Ekushiizu Shoukan!"
The number "59" formed and flashed in purple, and rather than a sealed form emerging, what looked like a metallic green bush was visible, shaking wildly. "Enter the jungle in search of your ultimate prey. Collect the trophies of all who cross your sights." Then, the barrel of a rifle stuck out from the top, firing an energy shot that, after traveling up a ways, came back down and impacted the bush, blowing the leaves away, but leaving a form behind. It stood itself up, showing itself wearing dark green armor that resembled the clothes of a safari hunter, complete with belt, boots, and even hat. A walking stick was in his right hand, while his left hand wielded an intricate hunting rifle. "Arawaredechae, Nanbaazu Gojuukyuu (Number 59)." His skin was very similar to that of Hope and Love, with bright green hair on his head and for a very grand-looking mustache. "Expert Hunter of the Savage Jungle!" His right eye was covered by a monocle with his purple "59" on it, but the other opened to show solid red as he took a stance, two orange Overlay Units circling it.
Number 59: Expert Hunter of the Savage Jungle: Rank 5 EARTH Warrior/Xyz ATK:2400/DEF:1400 2 Overlay Units
"That's… a Number?" Yuma breathed, feeling a bit underwhelmed.
"You expected all of them to be grand?" Kaito asked.
"Don't let appearances speak for everything, Yuma. That Number's power could be terrible." Astral said.
"A hunter can't afford to grandstand. They gotta move nice and easy to catch their prey." Brisbane said.
"And it looks like I'm the prime target." Kotori said with a gulp.
"As true as that is…" Brisbane let out a sigh of disappointment. "I end my turn."
"Huh? He didn't attack?" Haruto wondered.
"Unfortunately, none of my monsters can attack directly, the catch to their feral strength. Even the Tribesman chose to only attack creature who invade their camps. It's the way of the jungle they live in: Only the jungle itself, or rather, the Plant-Types, can go on the direct offensive." Brisbane explained.
"This guy's strategy is very strange…" Jenaveve mused.
"Don't judge me. In the wild, animals hunt to survive. To aimlessly kill is to spoil the thrill of the hunt." Brisbane gave an evil smirk. "Soon enough, though, Hope'll be free… and then the hunt begins."
Author-Made Cards
Amethyst Robin
Level 4 DARK Winged Beast
ATK:1600/DEF:700
Whenever this card on the field is sent to the Graveyard by a Trap Card: Special Summon this card from the Graveyard.
Mighty Gorilla of the Savage Jungle (RK777)
Level 5 EARTH Beast
ATK: 2050/DEF:1450
If this card battles a monster with more ATK than this card's original ATK: This card's original ATK becomes 2600 during the Damage Step.
Indigenous Tribesman of the Savage Jungle (RK777)
Level 3 EARTH Warrior
ATK:1000/DEF:500
When this is Normal Summoned: You can Special Summon 1 "Indigenous Tribesman of the Savage Jungle" from your hand or Deck.
Ironclaw Ostrich
Rank 4 EARTH Winged Beast/Xyz
ATK:2500/DEF:1200
2 Level 4 Winged Beast-Type monsters
If your opponent activates a Set card they control during a battle involving this attacking monster: Detach 1 Xyz Material from this card: Negate the activation of that card and destroy it.
Ancient Shaman of the Savage Jungle (RK777)
Rank 3 EARTH Spellcaster/Xyz
ATK: 1200/DEF:2400
2 Level 3 "Savage Jungle" monsters
When this card is successfully Xyz Summoned: Target any number of "Savage Jungle" monsters you control, except this card; those targets gain 1 Level and 700 ATK and DEF. Once per turn, you can detach 1 Xyz Material from this card; negate any monster effects that would prevent a monster from being destroyed by battle.
Number 59: Expert Hunter of the Savage Jungle (RK777)
Rank 5 EARTH Warrior/Xyz
ATK:2400/DEF:1400
Stats next chapter…
Hidden Dangers (RK777)
Normal Spell Card
Set 2 Trap Cards from your Deck. You can only activate 1 Trap Card set by this card's effect per turn.
Living Vines of the Savage Jungle (RK777)
Continuous Trap Card
Activate only when your opponent Summons a monster while you control a face-up "The Savage Jungle". Target that monster: If it attacks, halve its ATK and DEF until the End Phase. If this card is face-up during any of your Standby Phases: You can Special Summon this card as an Effect Monster (Plant-Type/EARTH/Level 2/ATK 1000/DEF 1000). (This card is also still a Trap Card.)
Xyz Cage (RK777)
Normal Trap Card
Target 1 Xyz Monster your opponent controls and equip it with this card. The equipped monster cannot attack or be attacked. If the equipped monster is the only monster your opponent controls; monsters you control can attack your opponent directly. If your opponent Special Summons an Xyz Monster with a different name (TCG/OCG text: of equal or greater Rank) using at least 1 Xyz Material that is the same Type as an Xyz Material attached to the equipped monster: Destroy this card.
Vile: Yay, moar cliffhangerz!1! XD Sometimes I love just being stupid. If you guys liked this chapter, leave a review for me, and pop a vote on my poll if you haven't already. Only 2 days left until Christmas, guys, so keep your heads up and hope you got a lot of sh*t! XD Ja ne for now!
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