Lost Origin: A Saiyan's Quest
"What? All of Sector 4 was destroyed?"
Man in Battle Armor #2: "Yes, king! Apparently, they were attacked by a girl with a tail. A teenager and an old man were beside her."
"Girl with a tail… this is starting to get out of hand. If this continues, we might have to take some extreme measures. But for now, I need to relieve my stress. You, come closer."
Man in Battle Armor #2: "M-m-m-m-me? Y-y-y-y-yes, s-s-sir…"
"I want you to push this button. Do it without questioning it."
Man in Battle Armor #2: "O-o-o-of course." *pushes button* *a 50000 volts charge strikes the man in battle armor* "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHH—ugh…" *dies*
"Heh, heh, heh, heh, heh…"
Chapter 4: Slash of the Wind
After parting from Master Toro's place, Sakura and Ninomiya continue their journey, thankful of the gifts the master gave them. Sakura's ability to control Ki energy and Ninomiya's possible future as a swordsman got both of them excited. But the road ahead of them was a rocky one.
Ninomiya: "Oh, man… Look, Sakura, there's a big rock on the way. I don't see any path around it either…"
Sakura: "It's not a problem. Hyyyyaa!"
With her extraordinary strength, Sakura kicked the rock, breaking it into pieces. The road was now clear for them to proceed.
Ninomiya: "Wow! Sakura, you're so strong! I wish I was as good as you!"
Sakura: "Oh, Ninomiya, don't say that! You're really strong too; it's just that your fighting style is different from mine."
Ninomiya: "Yeah and yours is much better!"
While they were chatting, the two warriors didn't realize they were heading into a mountain. However, this was no ordinary mountain. It was home of the legendary Phantom Samurais. It is said that if one wishes to pass, one must face and defeat the Phantom Samurais to prove one's worth.
Sakura: "Hey, Ninomiya, let's take a break here."
Ninomiya: "Sure, breaking that rock might have gotten you tired. Want something to eat?"
Sakura: "Well, sure. What do we have that's quick?"
Ninomiya: "We have… two peaches… oh, wait, there's something better over here. How about some rice balls?"
Sakura: "Yes, please! I love rice balls!"
Their peaceful break was not unnoticed. As the two heroes were eating, they were being observed…
"Hah, would you look at that. It's a monkey girl. I think I've seen everything now."
"Not only that, look at that guy. He's got a wooden sword. He might be a samurai in training."
"Regardless of who they are, they're still travelers. And if they want to get through this road, they'll have to get through our blades first."
"This is going to be a piece of cake! What trouble can two kids possibly cause?"
"Don't be so sure, Kiro. I feel something powerful coming from them."
"It's never good to underestimate your opponent. However, it is perfectly OK to have fun killing them… heh, heh, heh…"
There were four shadows hidden in the higher regions of the mountain, looking at Sakura and Ninomiya.
Ninomiya: "Hm? Hey, Sakura, do you feel like… there's someone watching us?"
Immediately, the four shadows vanished into thin air. They did so fast enough so neither Ninomiya nor Sakura would notice anything. When Ninomiya turned to look, a porcupine came out of some bushes.
Ninomiya: "Oh, it's just a porcupine. But it felt like it was something else… maybe I just miss home. Yeah, that must be it."
Sakura: "It might be. Well, we're done eating. Let's keep going! It appears to be a really long road… oh, wait, this is a mountain? I could have sworn just a while ago it was just clouds up there. I didn't think there'd be a mountain behind them."
And so, our heroes continued to walk through the mountain. Eventually, they reached a sign. The signed read "Die at your own risk."
Sakura: "'Die at your own risk?' Who would threat by-passers like that?"
Ninomiya: "Now that I look at this place, it seems familiar… oh, I know! This is the infamous Death-Wind Mountain! My mother used to tell me about this place when I was six…"
Sakura: "Was I around by then?"
Ninomiya: "No, I think it was before we found you. The legend says that 400 years ago, four samurais came to this mountain. They came to fight for love of the same woman, the princess of the near-by Starflow Kingdom. The four samurais fought with all of their strength, but none came out victorious. After an exhausting battle, the skies became dark. This was a sign that the samurais had forgotten about honor and only cared to kill each other. Because of it, their bodies all died, but their souls remained, and they were filled by hatred. The four samurais stopped fighting each other, and agreed that if they couldn't be with the princess then no one else could. They block the way to any traveler trying to proceed, and they will only allow them to pass if the traveler defeats all four of them."
Sakura: "That's so sad… love transformed into hatred… you think they really exist and will attack us?"
Ninomiya: "Nah, don't worry about it; it's just a legend."
It might be just a legend, or it might be their strongest enemy yet. Sakura and Ninomiya better stay on their guard.
4 hours later…
Sakura: "Hey, Ninomiya, look at that tree!"
Ninomiya: "What about it… wait, whoa! Those fruits look divine! But they're really high up…"
Sakura: "I'll take some of them down. Ricochet Ray!"
Sakura's Ricochet Ray hit half of the branches of the tree. The branches didn't break, but the attack caused them to shake, making the fruits fall.
Ninomiya: "There's still some up in that tree. Hmmm… I'll shake the rest of the fruits from the tree off."
Ninomiya then prepared his feet and his sword. He leaped with all of his might from branch to branch until he reached the top. Slashing all of the branches, Ninomiya caused them to shake, making the remaining fruits fall.
Sakura: "Great job, Ninomiya! Now we have plenty of these delicious fruits to eat along the way!"
Ninomiya: "Yeah! That was great training for me! I bet I can get a lot stronger if I use this sword more often!"
Meanwhile, higher up in the mountain, the four shadows returned and kept on observing the two warriors.
"Well, what do you know? The brat thinks he has skill."
"He's obviously never seen TRUE sword play."
"I suggest we take them out right now. I love killing a happy moment!"
"Patience, Novas, don't rush the process. When the time comes, those two will wish they had just stayed at home."
*shadows vanish into thin air*
Ninomiya: "Huh? Did I just see something vanish…? So far, the only thing I like about this place is the food…"
Sakura: "Hey, Ninomiya! It's getting dark, come down so we can rest!"
Ninomiya: "Oh! I'm coming down, Sakura!"
As it became night time, Sakura and Ninomiya prepared to sleep under the tree where the fruits were. During their sleep, something came to spy on them, but this time it wasn't the shadows. It was a mini helicopter with a camera attached to it.
Man in Battle Armor #3: "Sir, we've found the girl with the tail and the young man with her. They are currently sleeping in Death-Wind Mountain."
"Death-Wind Mountain… that means they should be near Sector 2. Call Sizere, tell him he has a job to do."
Man in Battle Armor #3: "S-S-S-S-SIZERE?! Sir, I really think that is taking this a little bit too far!"
"Are you questioning my word?"
Man in Battle Armor #3: "N-n-n-n-no, sir! I would never-" *button is pushed* "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHH—ooo…" *dies*
"No one questions me…" *picks phone up* "Sizere, you have a job to do…"
The next day, Sakura and Ninomiya returned to walking to West City. But suddenly, the sky became filled with clouds.
Sakura and Ninomiya: "Huh?"
Sakura: "What the… huh? Hey, Ninomiya, look over there!"
Ninomiya: "What in the world? It looks like four shadows…WAIT, FOUR SHADOWS?!"
The four shadows that had been stalking the two heroes finally decided to meet them. Then they showed their real forms.
Ninomiya: "I-i-i-i-it's t-t-t-t-the..."
"Mito!" "Kiro!" "Novas!" "Criam!"
"We are the Phantom Samurais!"
Sakura: "Oh no! They're real!"
Mito: "Of course we're real!"
Novas: "And so is the pain you'll feel while we kill you!"
Sakura: "Grrrr… Ricochet…!"
Ninomiya: "Wait, Sakura, stop!"
Sakura: "What?! Why?!"
Ninomiya: "I want to fight them by myself! I'm here on this journey to train and become strong enough to be the guardian of the Ikeda! I will get nowhere if I let you do all the fighting!"
Sakura: "Ninomiya… OK, but don't think it twice if you need help, got it?"
Ninomiya: "Will do!"
Criam: "Fool! You must have a death wish if you think you can take on all four of us alone! Since you don't seem to be the stronger one out of the two, we'll take care of you quickly and have fun with the girl. Everyone…!"
Phantom Samurais: "Pandemonium Whirlwind!"
Ninomiya: "AAAAAHHHH!"
A massive wind caught Ninomiya and a spherical whirlwind sucked him in. Ninomiya was trapped in the whirlwind, being able to just barely defend himself from the cutting wind.
Kiro: "Don't worry! This won't hurt you… it will kill you!"
Ninomiya: "Argh! I have to do something or I'll die!"
Sakura: "Ninomiya! No!"
Ninomiya: "Wait… Ki energy! HyaaaaaaAAAAAA!"
Ninomiya focused as much energy as he could into his sword. When all the energy was gathered, he used his sword to create a counter whirlwind, trapping the Phantom Samurais in it.
Phantom Samurais: "WHAT? IMPOSSIBLE! THAT BRAT REVERSED THE WHIRLWIND ON US! AAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHH!"
Sakura: "Ninomiya, you did it! You defeated them!"
Phantom Samurais: "AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH!" *disappear*
Ninomiya: "Ha… ha… I… I can't believe it… I won…! I WON! YEAH!"
Sakura: "See? Like I told you yesterday! You're very strong too; it's just that you fight differently!"
Ninomiya: "Ha ha! Guess Master Toro was right! I can become a great swordsman! I WILL become a great swordsman! For the honor of Master Toro and the Ikeda family!"
Sakura: "That's the spirit!"
Ninomiya: "Watch out, King Avarez! Great Swordsman Ninomiya is coming to stop you and your entire army!"
Sakura: "…oh, yeah, that guy. I forgot about him. Tee-hee!"
Ninomiya: "Sakura, you're silly (and kind of cute when she laughs like that)!"
So, after his victory over the Phantom Samurais, Ninomiya opened way for their journey to continue. How much more will these two incredible fighters improve? And who is this mysterious Sizere? Find out next time on Lost Origin: A Saiyan's Quest!
To be continued…
Bonus skit
"Well, I called Sizere. Now all I need is a new assistant."
Man in Battle Armor #4: "Sup."
"Ah, I'm guessing you're my new assistant."
Man in Battle Armor #4: "Yeah, dude. They told me I've to go help the boss. And here I am, dude."
"You should talk with more respect to your king."
Man in Battle Armor #4: "Respect? Dude, my parents were, like, totally whack, dude. They said I could do whatever I want as long as I let them in their room alone."
"Oh, mercy… so, do you have any particular talents?"
Man in Battle Armor #4: "I can write in 1337."
"…"
*pushes button*
