Author's Note:

Warning: there is some Puzzleshipping bashing in this chapter. If you are fan of Puzzleshipping, please don't take it the wrong way as I'm only meaning it as a joke. Anyway, enjoy the chapter and please review!


Two days after Milossia was taken over, a newscast van drove its way to the Kickassia boarder. The black van parked and a TV crew and news reporter came out. The news reporter put herself in front of the boarder and readied her microphone. The camera man got into positioned. The producer got right next to the camera men and said, "Okay, we are rolling in three! Two! One!"

He made a karate chop motion and the camera man started to film.

The news reporter smiled.

"Hello everyone and welcome to Anime News! I am Shadowclanwarrior, here with you today to talk about the new nation, Kickassia. Founded by the cast of the anime, Yu-Gi-Oh, they have taken over the micro nation Milossia and took it as their own. But, what is it like in this new country? What are the politics, the economy, and other things that anime fans could care less about? Well, that's what we are here today as I take you though and show you the country that is surely to kick ass, Kickassia! No pun intended."

The producer called cut and he, the camera man, and Shadowclanwarrior entered the boarders of Kickassia. They walked around a bit until they found a good place to shoot the next scene. They got into position and the story continued.

"As you can see, the living conditions are very good in Kickassia," Shadowclanwarrior said as she gestured towards the small town, which was really just one building and a bunch of tents in the backyard. "But what is life really like for the civilians of Kickassia? Ah, here comes one now."

Shadowclanwarrior got out of the camera view and pulled someone towards her, who turned out to be Yugi. Yugi stood where he was, puzzled as to what was going on.

"And now we are honored with the appearance of Yu-Gi-Oh's protagonist, Yugi Mutou! Tell me, Yugi, what is life like in Kickassia?"

She positioned the microphone near Yugi's mouth.

"Well, so far it is alright," Yugi answered a little nervousness in his voice. "I like it so far, but you've got to remember it is a new country. We just have to wait and see what happens."

"Ah, I see," the reporter commented. "So, what is your job here or do you have one?"

"Our president just assigned government jobs yesterday, and unfortunately I didn't get one," Yugi replied. "I don't have a job yet, but I'll be able to find one soon. I've got some friends in the capitol."

"I see. How bad is the unemployment?"

"Err...not bad. A few of us, including myself, don't have jobs. But everyone else either works in the capitol, for the capitol, or is in the military."

"Do you plan on joining the military?"

"Hell no!" Yugi exclaimed. "Do you know whose general?"

"I plan on interviewing him later."

Yugi gave Shadowclanwarrior a concerned look but made no comment. Shadowclanwarrior didn't seem to notice it as she took out a few papers from her purse.

"Now, Yugi, I have some questions here for you from the Yu-Gi-Oh fanbase. This question is from Youngbountygirl. She wants to know if your mom and grandpa know you are here and how did they agree for you and your friends to come?"

"...Well, they kind of know kind of don't..."

Yugi avoided eye contact, like he was feeling guilty about something.

Shadowclanwarrior raised an eyebrow. "How so?"

"Well...Atem was visiting Domino City when Akefia called. Since Atem was leaving soon, he fooled my family into thinking that he was taking me and my friends to Egypt. My grandpa and mother trust him, so it worked out. If it wasn't for Atem, Honda, Ryuji, Jonouchi, Anzu, and I would still be in Japan."

"Interesting. Also, Youngbountygirl comments that you and your friends just came here for the hotel and pool. Is that true?"

"I don't know about the others, but not for me. In truth, we didn't know much about the hotel until we got there. I will say Akefia did pick a nice hotel."

"So why did you come?"

"Because if I didn't, Akefia would force me to come anyway."

"How would he do that?"

"You don't want to know what that man is capable of..."

There was an awkward silence.

"...And now last question from ArcherAzzure; do you think taking over Milossia was worth it and why?"

Yugi paused for a moment. '

"...I don't know what everyone else's opinions are, but I think it was worth it. I don't care if we rule the world or not, but I was able to see friends I haven't seen in awhile. Like Marik, Kaiba, and Mai."

Shadowclanwarrior nodded.

"Interesting thoughts, Yugi. I thank you for your time. It was an honor meeting you."

Yugi smiled. "You're welcome."

He then walked away and Shadowclanwarrior turned to the camera.

"Well, that was the thoughts of one citizen, but do others think the same way as Yugi? And the timing couldn't be more perfect, as I see two more people coming."

She ran out of the camera's view again, though this time she brought two more people with her. Mana waved at the camera man and Atem gave a wink, as if he was wooing the fangirls who were watching.

"Now we are greeted with the Pharaoh Atem and the sorceress apprentice, Mana! Thank you for joining us, Mana and Atem."

"No problem, Shadowclanwarrior," Atem replied. "I'm always happy to please the fanbase."

Mana smiled in reply.

Shadowclanwarrior nodded.

"I'm glad to hear that. So, first question. What is your place in Kickassia?"

"We're soldiers in the military," Mana answered. "With my magic, I can easily help defend Kickassia's boarders. It seemed like a good job and I wouldn't have it any other way. However, our general is a little crazy..."

"Like Mana, I'm in the military too," Atem added.

"Are you a foot soldier?"

"Yes, actually. Why do you ask?"

"Oh, one of the viewers, Youngbountygirl, gives her sympathies if you are one."

Atem blinked and turned to the camera.

"Uh...thanks, Youngbountygirl. I think..."

He turned his attention back to Shadowclanwarrior.

"Anyway, Akefia seemed very persistent to make sure I wasn't involved with politics, so he made me a soldier. It's no big deal, really. I get to annoy the hell out of Bakura."

"That sounds like fun."

"It is."

Shadowclanwarrior laughed.

"I guess you like living in Kickassia. Which leads me to my next question, why did you two agree to help Akefia?"

"...To be honest, I was bored and had nothing better to do," Atem said. "And it would be funny to see Akefia fail. Which I'm surprised how well he is doing..."

"It seemed like fun," Mana replied. "I've always wanted to come to the United States, and though Nevada isn't my first choice, it was an opportunity."

"Cool. Also, Atem, a viewer named Aqua girl 007 wants to know what it was like to be in the Millennium Puzzle?"

"In a nutshell, it was long, boring, hot, and really claustrophobic."

"...So it was bad?"

"Yep, pretty much."

"Huh...and how did you and Yugi get separate bodies?"

"...Well let's just say I pissed Bakura off really well, and he got a hold of the Millennium Items... And he did this weird evil chant thingy and then there was lightning... Somehow Yugi and I got separate bodies out of it."

"...That sounds like something someone would write in bad fanfiction."

"Well, that's the best explanation I can give you."

"Okay, also, if Pegasus were to come back would you guys side with him?"

"Well, even though I hate Akefia's guts, I would never sell him out. Sure we have our differences, but I would never do something like that to him. I have more dignity not to do something as cheap as that."

Atem glance over at the camera and then back at Shadowclanwarrior.

"Is Akefia going to see this?"

"If he watches Anime News, then yeah."

Atem faced palmed. Mana and Shadowclanwarrior chuckled.

"Like Atem said, I would never turn my back on Akefia," Mana said. "He may be insane, but he can be a good friend."

"I see...that is most interesting. Also, one more question before we go..."

Shadowclanwarrior smirked.

"Are you two going out?"

Atem and Mana blushed wildly.

"Uh...maybe," Atem answered in a low voice.

Shadowclanwarrior smile grew.

"Aw! You two make a cute couple! Speaking of couples, what is your opinion on Puzzleshipping, Atem?"

"'Puzzleshipping?' What's that?"

"You being in a romantic relationship with Yugi."

Atem's eyes widened.

"What? Are you serious? Who would come up with something as twisted as that? Wait, on second thought, don't answer that! By Ra! That's like dating my little brother! I don't do incest! I don't!"

Atem walked away from the camera, clearly disgusted. Mana turned to Shadowclanwarrior.

"Well...I seriously have no comment on that," Mana said trying to lighten the mood.

"I agree," Shadowclanwarrior replied. "Thanks for the interview, Mana."

"No problem."

She waved at the camera and then ran after the mentally scared Atem.

"So now that we know the opinions of the citizens, let's see what the people in charge have to say," Shadowclanwarrior said to the camera. "Let's start with the person we already had build up to, the head general of Kickassia's military."

The newscast then regrouped at the military base, or shed. Reluctantly, they got Bakura to do an interview. He was wearing a dark green and gold Milossia military uniform, one that he obviously stole from Pegasus's wardrobe. Shadowclanwarrior smiled as the camera started rolling again.

"Now with us is the head of the military department of Kickassia, Yami 'Fluffy' Bakura! So tell us, Fluffy, how well is Kickassia's defenses?"

Bakura cleared his throat.

"Well, there wasn't much to work with, as Kickassia population was like, two people. But we are-"

He paused.

"Did you call just me 'Fluffy?'"

"Oh…it's your nickname on the internet," Shadowclanwarrior quickly explained. "It came from Yu-Gi-Oh: The Abridged Series."

Bakura stared at her like she was unstable.

"Okay then…anyway, to answer your question, right now there isn't much, but we will grow. Kickassia will not be defenseless, as long as I'm here…and the Millennium Rod…but mostly me."

Shadowclanwarrior nodded.

"I see, so Kickassia means a lot to you?"

"Well, I've always wanted my own army…and Akefia kind of stole it… So, in a way, it does. At least the military part."

"So taking over Kickassia was worth it to you?"

"Didn't I just say it was?"

"I was just making sure, Fluffy."

Bakura narrowed his eyes.

"You're going to keep calling me Fluffy, aren't you?"

"Would you prefer if I called you Florence?"

Bakura's eyes widened.

"…I hate you already."

Shadowclanwarrior giggled.

"Anyway, I have a question from one of our viewers, ArcherAzzure, wants to know how you feel about people using your knife collection?"

A protective gleam was in Bakura's eyes.

"…Do you have any idea how hard it was to get some of these knives? They are not cheap, you know! Like this one."

He unsheathed a pure bronze knife.

"I got this one from Greece. It took me five weeks to steal this blade! So, no, I don't like it. But at least they will be well protected when Akefia gets that bloody museum up."

Shadowclanwarrior studied the knife.

"Very nice. I can see why you would be concerned."

Bakura smiled. "Glad we have an understanding."

Shadowclanwarrior laughed and blushed a bit.

"Thank you. Though, I've heard that some of the residents of Kickassia aren't completely pleased about you being head general. What is your reaction to that?"

Bakura's right eye twitched.

"Who said that? Why would they say something like that?"

"I don't know. Maybe because you have a knife fetish."

"I don't have a knife fetish!"

Without warning or reason, Bakura threw the bronze knife at the capitol building. It hit the wall, causing a huge dent in the knife's blade. Bakura's eyes grew wide.

"Oh my Ra! My baby! My baby!"

He ran off, not even caring that the whole incident was on tape. Shadowclanwarrior blinked.

"…Completely insane, but still smoken hot. And speaking of insanity and attractiveness, let's see Kickassia's leader in the science department."

Taking their cameras, the newscast then went to their next location, which was down the way. There, Marik was wearing a white lab coat and holding a bunch of science test tubes with chemicals in them. Shadowclanwarrior stared at him.

"…Wow, I didn't know you where into science, Marik."

"It's a hobby I got after Battle City," Marik explained with a shrug. "I'm officially Dr. Ishtar now."

"Cool," Shadowclanwarrior replied. "Mind a quick interview?"

"I've got nothing better to do."

As soon as he said that, the camera started rolling.

"So, Dr. Ishtar, what do you plan on doing with Kickassia's Science Department?" Shadowclanwarrior asked.

"Right now, I'm not quite sure," Marik stated. "Akefia basically asked if I know anything about science and when I said yes, he said, 'Awesome! Now go out there and do sciencey stuff!' I guess this means I get to do whatever I want."

"That sounds promising."

"Yes…until Akefia wants me to do something completely stupid. Let's just hope that never happens."

"So, what are you working on now?"

"Just mixing random, unstable chemicals together."

There was a long pause.

"…Is that safe?" Shadowclanwarrior questioned concerned.

"I don't know, but it cures boredom."

The reporter took a few steps away from him.

"…But on a lighter note, viewer Aqua girl 007 wants to know how you control He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named-until-the-Climax-for-Dramatic-Effect so well?"

Marik turned pale.

"Oh…well…I have a very strong will, so that helps. I…really don't want to talk about it…"

Shadowclanwarrior gave a sympathetic look.

"Well…I hope things work out for you. Though I'm surprised Akefia hasn't asked you to bring him out yet. Like as a guard dog or something."

She smiled.

"Thank you for the interview, Dr. Ishtar."

She turned to the camera.

"And now, we go inside to see what life is like inside the capitol building. What do Kickassia's great politicians go through? Let's find out after these messages."


"…And we are back," Shadowclanwarrior said as they started filming again. "Welcome back to Anime News and our report of Kickassia. We are now inside the capitol building and now in the presence of one of Kickassia's politicians! Thank you for joining us, Seto Kaiba, Treasurer of Kickassia and his assistant Kisara!"

Kaiba glared into the camera but said nothing. Kisara, now in a green secretary uniform, blushed and waved, clearly shy about being on camera.

Shadowclanwarrior smiled.

"It is a privilege to be talking to you, Kaiba."

"Yeah…can this be quick?" Kaiba asked bluntly. "I've got a video conference with Kaiba Corp in a few minutes."

"Sure thing. So tell me, how did you get the job of being treasurer?"

"Persuasion."

Shadowclanwarrior stared at Kaiba, as different scenarios between Akefia and Kaiba played in her mind.

"Don't worry, it wasn't anything bad," Kisara explained softly. "It's just that Seto really wanted this job. So he made sure Akefia gave it to him."

There was a long silence.

"...Good to know," Shadowclanwarrior said. "So is the job worth it to you, Kaiba?"

Kaiba gave an emotionless look.

"Being in charge of the economy of Kickassia is a tough job, but someone has to do it. And being with these people, I'm still surprised the place is still standing."

"So you do not like the people you work with?"

"Aside from Kisara, I don't care about any of these people. They are annoying and completely idiotic. Again, I'm surprised we're even alive."

Shadowclanwarrior nodded and then turned her attention to Kisara.

"But what about you, Kisara? What is your opinion on Kickassia and your job?"

Kisara paused for a moment.

"I'm...actually enjoying myself. There are a lot of interesting people here and it is nice to get a change of surrounding. Nevada is a really nice place with nice hotels. As for Kickassia itself...I'm not sure what to think of it right now. Akefia is doing a good job running it, I guess. Seto is a kind boss and I enjoy working with him. If he didn't offer me to become his secretary, I probably would be in the army. I don't really like to fight."

"And there was no way I'm letting you be near Bakura," Kaiba added.

Kisara smiled. "And then there is that."

Shadowclanwarrior nodded respectfully.

"One more thing before we go, I have two comments from a viewer. Kaiba, you only joined Akefia because where getting paid, right?"

"Actually, no," Kaiba answered. "I came here on my own free will, and not for the fact that Akefia threatened to take Kaiba Corp from me. It was totally not that..."

Kisara and Shadowclanwarrior rolled their eyes.

"Though now I am treasurer, I will be getting paid soon. So in a way, yes."

"I see. Also," the reporter continued, "can the viewer, Youngbountygirl, have your autograph and picture?"

"Send me a check in the mail and we will come up with a deal."

"Okay, I'll let her know. Thank you for your time, it was really appreciated."

"Yeah, yeah, that's nice. Kisara, make me a cup of coffee."

Kaiba then walked out of the room, heading towards his office.

Kisara nodded. "Right away, sir!"

She skipped towards the kitchen.

With them gone, Shadowclanwarrior and the news crew went to their next interview, the Secretary of State. When the found him, they asked for an interview and he accepted. They started rolling again.

"For our next politician to interview, we have the Secretary of State, Mahad!"

Mahad gave a small nod at the mention of his name.

"Tell us, Mahad, what does a normal day for you like?"

Mahad sighed.

"Well, it mostly contains of me coming up with brilliant ideas for Kickassia, Akefia yelling at me for ten minutes, and then having him claiming them as his own five seconds later."

Shadowclanwarrior's eyes widened in shock.

"Wow...uh...does it pay well at least?"

"No, not really. It just makes me go deaf."

There was an awkward silence.

"...So why are you still here?" Shadowclanwarrior finally asked.

"...I really don't know, though Akefia would probably be lost without me, since he can't run a country worth a shit. That and it is better than being in the military. Have you seen Bakura?"

The reporter nodded.

"Then you know what I am talking about."

"Okay. So I guess your opinion on Akefia is low?"

"As a politician or as a person?"

"Both."

Mahad took a deep breath.

"As a politician he fails miserably. He can't think of things without relying on other people's ideas. He has no originality. Honestly, I think Ryo, Atem, Yugi, or even Kaiba would have been a better candidate then him."

His gaze softened a bit.

"As a person, he's not really that bad. Sure he is obnoxious, a complete imbecile, and the most arrogant person I've ever seen, next to Kaiba. But at least he can have his moments and isn't that bad of a person to hang out with."

Shadowclanwarrior gave a look of surprise.

"I can honestly say I didn't expect that kind of answer. One last thing, do you think taking over Kickassia was worth it all?"

"As of right now, yes. I really had nothing else better to do anyway, so might as well be here. Plus, I've never been to the United States. I have to say, it's a nice place. Very different from Egypt."

Shadowclanwarrior smiled.

"Thank you for your thoughts, Mahad."

She then walked away, with the camera guy following her and still filming.

"And now we talk to the great minds that control this great nation. Our next interview is with the vice president of Kickassia; Ryo Bakura!"

The camera man then shot behind Shadowclanwarrior to see Ryo sitting on a couch. He smiled brightly, wearing a dark gray suit and blue tie. Shadowclanwarrior sat next to him.

"Thank you for doing this for us, Ryo. The viewers really appreciate it."

Ryo smiled.

"Glad I am able to help."

Shadowclanwarrior smiled back.

"Okay. So, Ryo, as vice president you help keep things in order with Akefia, how well do you two work together?"

"Oh…well, we have a few disagreements here and there, but no matter what his decisions may be, I will stay right at his side."

"On what terms do you disagree with?"

Ryo gave an innocent look.

"We…disagree on what to do about Nevada mostly."

"What do you mean by that?"

Ryo chuckled.

"Oh…that's a long story. The short version is that Akefia wants to invade Nevada right away, while I want to wait awhile. I know he wants to enslave us all, but these things take time and careful planning. You know what I am saying."

"Indeed. Also, a lot of people are surprised that you, of all people, are vice president."

Ryo's eyes widened.

"Really, why are they surprised?"

"Well…"

Shadowclanwarrior took out a piece of paper from her pocket.

"Yu-Gi-Oh fans everywhere have labeled you as the following things. Feminine, gay, British, weak, the guy only fangirls care about, things like that. Also people have made the comment that you should go back to Russia."

Ryo smiled while his left eye twitched.

"…Then I guess it would become a shock, if you are labeled as something as that."

He clutched his fists.

"My only comment to that is that all the people who think like that, wait a few months and then tell me if you still think that way."

He gave an unsettling laugh.

Shadowclanwarrior nodded.

"Alright, thanks for the interview, Ryo."

She smiled.

"And I must say, you look very cute in that tuxedo!"

"Glad you think so, Shadowclanwarrior."

Ryo started to laugh quietly to himself, like the way an evil mastermind would when he came up with an evil plan, and left the room.

"And now the moment we've all been waiting for," Shadowclanwarrior said enthusiastically when Ryo was out of sight. "The interview with the man himself, President Akefia! We will see what the Thief King has to say right after this pointless commercial break."


Akefia stepped into the room where the news crew was filming. He was wearing an M. Bison uniform and hat as he smiled at Shadowclanwarrior and walked up to her. Shadowclanwarrior smiled back, blushing a bit.

"Hello, President Akefia. How are you doing today?"

"Fantastic, thanks for asking!" Akefia answered gleefully. "I'm probably the happiest man in the world right now. Especially with this great costume that I found and did not steal. It is the perfect outfit for ruling a nation."

Shadowclanwarrior giggled.

"I completely agree with that. So, tell us, Akefia, what is it like to run your own nation and what do you do all day?"

"It's fun. I get to boss people around and they can't do a thing about it! I get decide what laws to pass, how much everyone gets paid, everything! It's like being a king…only over an acre of land!"

"I see, and what are your plans for Kickassia?"

"World domination. It may seem small right now. But then we will take over the neighbors down the street. And then their neighbors and then their neighbors until the whole world is mine…I mean ours!"

Shadowclanwarrior nodded.

"So…your diabolical plan is to take over the world?"

"Of course!"

"Do you consider yourself bigger then God?"

"Bigger then all three of them."

"Interesting to know, but what about the people that work for you? I mean, didn't you try to kill Yugi and his friends only a few years ago?"

"Yeah…about that…"

Akefia gave an uncomfortable laugh.

"That was mostly Yami Bakura, not me. Everything that happened was his fault, not mine. I just wanted to avenge Kul Elna, not destroy the whole freaken world. I mean, how would I rule it if it was all destroyed?"

"I see your point. Did you also buy the tightest security system in case you are attacked or betrayed?"

"I would have to be as stupid as Jonouchi not to. I can't give you many details, but let's just say Kickassia is in good hands."

There was a dark gleam in his eyes but Shadowclanwarrior didn't notice.

"Okay. Have you decided what the national anthem and mascot for Kickassia is yet?"

"I think the mascot is obvious," Akefia replied. "I believe everyone can agree with me that Kuriboh is the perfect choice. As for anthem…do we have to have one?"

"I think all countries have one, so yes."

"Damn it! I'll get back to you one that one…I really need to hire a composer…"

Shadowclanwarrior smiled.

"Last question before we depart. What are you going to do if Pegasus comes back?"

Akefia's gaze darkened.

"Oh, I will have to get rid of him if he ever comes back. Mark my words; he will never set foot on this land alive! You hear me! Never!"

"Isn't that a bit extreme?"

"No, not really."

Shadowclanwarrior stared at him.

"…Awesome. Thank you for this interview, Mr. President!"

She turned to the camera.

"And that was our story on Kickassia. I am Shadowclanwarrior, signing off."