Disclaimer- I do not own Kingdom Hearts or any of the Disney worlds in this story or anything except my characters, monsters, some Keyblades, and this plot. They belong to their respected owners and I respect their works. Also this is my first fanfic, so please take it easy on me. Also I have not yet played KH3.
Thank you for joining us once again and by us I mean me, Balin, and Alanine. In this chap my friends finally get their own Keyblades that I came up with myself (Balin and Alanine: Yay. Me: And the winter was cold and they had to eat Robin's minstrels. Balin and Alanine: What? Me: Monty Python reference.)
Chapter 4: Tests and Gifts and Keyblades (oh my)
The two boys woke up, got dressed, and went to breakfast. When they got there, Sora and Riku were there waiting for them. They ate a quick breakfast, all four of them nervous for what was to come. It wasn't until they finished that anyone spoke.
"We have some gifts for you two.", said Sora, breaking the ice. Sora and Riku pulled out a couple of rings and a cloth bag. Sora handed Balin the ring he had pulled out which was white and shaped like a dragon curled up. The one Riku gave Alanine was the same except it was black and seemed to shine in the light.
"What are these?", asked Alanine.
"They are, in a way, modified Wayfinders (pun not intended). As long as you two were these, our hearts will always be together, even when we are far apart. This", holding up the bag, "is known as a bag of holding. They are bags that hold pocket dimensions so you two can hold a lot of things and not be held down. This one is small enough to fit in your pocket.", explained Sora.
"Cool.", said Balin and Alanine at the same time.
"Are you two ready to take the Test of the Tempered Heart?", asked Riku.
The two boys noded yes. Then Riku opened a corridor of light that they all stepped though to go to their destination, the Keyblade Graveyard.
(The Crossroads of Destiny/ Keyblade Graveyard)
When they arrived they say Keyblades sticking out of the ground as far as the eye could see.
"What is this place?", asked Alanine.
"This place is known as the Keyblade Graveyard. It is the place where two terrible wars were fought over Kingdom Hearts. The first was centuries ago when two armies, one of light and one of darkness clashed in a battle to control the X-blade and with that Kingdom Hearts, that did not end until only a handful of wielders remained. The war almost destroyed the universe and would have if it weren't for the light within the hearts of children. The remaining Keyblade wielders of light the results of their actions, that so many of their brothers and comrades had fallen, and a vow, to protect Kingdom Hearts as it was swallowed by the darkness, only able to return by the power of the X-blade. Then a peace was made that lasted many years, until a man named Xehanort disrupted the peace in his quest for knowledge and power that comes from Kingdom Hearts. He disrupted many worlds, did many terrible things, and hurt so many good people. But, 15 years ago, right as he was on the verge of controlling Kingdom Hearts, we and the other were able to defeat him and his followers, free a small part of Kingdom Hearts, and bring peace back to the worlds.", explained Riku.
"But why are we here? Why must we come to this desolate wasteland to get our Keyblades?", asked Balin.
"Because it is the only place where the Test of the Tempered Heart can be performed. You see, the ancient Keyblade masters devised a way so if a Keyblade wielder fell in battle before they could name a successor an air could be named, called the Test of the Tempered Heart. Are you two ready to begin?", said Sora. They noded their heads. "Good. For this first part you guys must close your eye and open your hearts. The Keyblades that are meant to be your will call out to you and you must go to them."
As they did what they were told they immediately felt the Keyblades' calls. They then started their long walk to Keyblades. A couple hours later they stood at the edge of a deep crater and within the crater was two Keyblades that were sticking out the ground, crossed x-like, and were the only two in the crater. The two boys knew that those Keyblades were the ones calling them. Then all four climbed down into the crater. As they approached the Keyblades, Sora and Riku tried to figure out what Keyblades they were, but they could not recognize them from any of the archives or had seen in the past.
"What do we do now?", asked Alanine.
"Now it is time for the hard part. Now you must each grab the Keyblade that is calling to you and then you will be sent to your hearts where you will meet and face the old masters of your Keyblade and if they deem you worthy of their power, they will name you their air and receive their Keyblade. Good luck you two.", answered Riku.
Balin and Alanine looked at each other nervously as they approached the Keyblades.
"On three. One,", said Balin.
"Two,", said Alanine.
"Three.", said both of them at the same time as they grabbed their Keyblades and a bright flash of light blinded them. When they could see once again, they saw that they were back in the Station of Awakening.
(Station of Awakening)
When they looked around it was the same as it was last time, except they were not alone this time. On the opposite side of the platform there were two armored figures kneeling with their Keyblades.
The one holding the Keyblade Balin grabbed was primarily white, but had gold disinenson parts of it. It had golden hearts on it's shoulders, knees, and a large one on his chest. It had a black visor in the helmet that made it so they couldn't see a face and had a white cape flowing behind him. The other figure was the same except it's colors were black and silver. The Keyblades were the same as they were in the graveyard.
"So it is you two who wish to wield our Keyblades.", said the two figures at the same time.
"Yes we are and am I correct to assume that you two are the former Keyblade masters?", responded Alanine.
"Yes we are. Now for some questions. Why do you seek our power?", said the figures.
"To be able to protect those who are close to my heart.", answered Alanine.
"To fight for those who can't fight for themselves, for those who need my help.", answered Balin.
"Interesting. Now, if a friend starts falling into darkness, what do you do?", asked the figures.
"That's easy, save them no matter what.", answered both Balin and Alanine.
"Good. Now final question. What is it that you fear most?", asked the figures.
"Not being able to defend those I care about.", answered Alanine.
"Losing those I care about, like my friends, like Alanine.", answered Balin.
"Very good, You both have passed the first part of the test, but now you must face us in a duel.", responded the figures before they stood up and got into battle stances. Balin and Alanine also got into battle stances as the swords from their dream appeared as they prepared to fight the masters.
The battle went down hill for Balin and Alanine as soon as the battle began. The masters were just too fast and strong for them. The two boys hurting and out of breath but they kept going. The two masters knocked them down and thought them defeated, but the two got back up.
"Why do you continue to fight when you know it is hopeless? You can not defeat us.", said the masters.
"Because we will never give up.", said Balin as he and Alanine helped each other up,"Because we know that as long as we are together, we can find a way!"
Just then a bright shined and as it cleared, all four saw that Balin and Alanine's weapons had become merged. Both were holding on to the half that was their weapon as their weapons were joined at the hilt. All four of them were surprised by this.
"A fusion weapon! But how? No one has been able to do that for centuries. Can you two really have hearts that close?", said the masters right before the battle resumed. This time the forces were evenly matched. Neither one landing a blow as fast paced combos were fired left and right. This when on for several minutes.
"That is enuff. You two have shown the contents of your hearts and they have been deemed worthy of the power of the Keyblade. You two have passed the Test of the Tempered Heart. Now come forward so the ceremony can be done.", ordered the masters. Balin and Alanine walked forward.
"In your hand, take this Key. So long as you have the makings, then through this simple act of taking, its wielder you shall one day be. As long as you stay true to the light and fight for what is right, you two shall have all our old mite.", said the masters as they passed on their power to them, then the masters became balls of light that went into their chests. Then Balin and Alanine found themselves back at the Keyblade Graveyard and then pulled their new Keyblades out of the ground.
You may celebrate for now because things are good for now but that will soon change for the worse. Muhahahahahah evil laugh. (Balin and Alanine: What!? Me: Nothing.) Anyway, Please comment below and see you next time. Also, may you never fall into darkness.