DISCLAIMER: I Don't own Kingdom hearts characters. But I do own my own.

Good, I got a review. It encourages me to write the next chapter. Next, we find out a little more about what could be going on. Be aware: reading these new characters personalities might give you an insight into who will do what later.

(Hint hint)

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Chapter 4: Plans vs. Actions

More shadows scurried about under the disgusted eyes of Gemini, Scorpio and Pise as they walked down a long silver cooridor. This cooridor was part of a silver blue castle hidden in the mountains. It not only contained Virgo's computer room, it also contained Aries' master chamber, which was like a throne room. This silvery castle, known by it's inhabitors as the Blue Star, held many rooms and many secrets. All residents, including Gemini, Scorpio and Pise were part of the new organization called the Zodiac. Under the leadership of Aries, they strived to make their new lives more powerful, including the lives of the small town below the mountains. Anyone who faught against the darkness were their enemies, however, their enemies did not know of them just yet. They may know a darkness is approaching, but they would not know where it was coming from. Aries' goal was to keep his plans as secret as possible. Nothing major was to occur just yet.

They worked with others to make their secret possible. They worked with the small town below them and the heartless. Aries always worked in secret, so the other members usually had no idea what he was up to. Since their arrival, Aries gathered small traces of darkness to bring back the heartless. These heartless didn't necessarily come from people's hearts, they were shaped-- created monsters (some with a few faults, but they could still do their jobs). They were used to spy on the many worlds of the universe. They didn't really possess an interest in the inhabitant's hearts, although some did possess a desire to fight. They could keep back those that were fighting to protect the light. They would be so wrapped up in fighting off heartless, that they would not be able to solve their mystery or Aries' mystery.

Aries kept them in special solid steel containment cells, under complete control. The longer they were kept behind bars, the more angry they got. It fueled their power, whether they used it to fight back or not. The other Zodiac members despised the use of these creatures. They were weak and beneath them. No matter how much power built up in them, they would never be as powerful as the Zodiac.

Right now, the three members were on their way to Aries' informal chamber to discuss the next step in their plans. They were late and eager to understand the secrets that Aries had been hiding. Finally they were approaching the end, where Aries stood, back facing them. The heartless moved quicker to reach him. When they came up to him, he raised his arm and pointed right. The small dark beings knew they must head back to their cells.

"You are late," he said cooly as he turned around to face his tardy guests.

Gemini made a short bow.

"Our apologies sir, it will not happen again."

Aries nodded in understanding.

Gemini appeared to be a favorite among others. He was listed as a sort of negotiator or communicator of the Zodiac. He was tall with flowing blue hair, that fell into his golden eyes. Virgo, who was more of a researcher, sometimes worked with him. She didn't think much of the Zodiac, but when it came to Gemini, she had to admit, he was very handsome.

They all looked at Aries, except Scorpio. He was different. It took him a moment or two to stare into Aries' eyes. It's not like he was afraid of him; on the contrary, he thought he was more important than Gemini or any of the others. Many thought of him as some kind of psycho. With black silky hair down to his shoulders and a black beard to match, he held the appearance of a murderer who's been on the loose for quite some time. He was poison. Any paths crossed with him could be your last.

"Look Aries, ah sir. I just want to say on my behalf-"

"Save it, we must get going."
They followed him to the two large chamber doors, then down the stairs that spiraled to the right. Pise lagged behind, looking hurt after being cut off like that. Pise was considered to be the weakest. His corky personality did not win him friends among his peers. Time and time again, he would try to explain to them that he was someone who was in touch not only with his physical being, but his being in the inner layers of his mental existence. No one ever understood what he was talking about, nor did they care. He often changed his appearance in response to his gods, as he put it. He tried to make many spiritual connections, but never could get very far. Right now, he was sporting a blonde buzz cut with a small ponytail.

As they made it to the bottom of the stairs, they encountered six other members. They all sported their own look in black clothes with the 12 point star badge; Each had a unique symbol. Scorpio wore a black trench coat, while Gemini and Pise wore simple black robes. Aries was the only one in his silver white robes. They stood in a line in front of their seats, waiting for Aries to give permission to be seated. Aries moved to the center and allowed them to sit. Behind him, giant stain glass windows mirrored the look of a night sky, filled with beautiful silver stars. It created the illusion that they were on top of the mountain, instead of inside it.

In the line of seats on Aries' right was Taurus. He had to be the favorite over Gemini. He was like the 2nd in command. He always protected this spot in case anyone, especially Gemini, decided to take it from him. His short brown hair and and short beard made him look like a club bouncer. He stood firm, always wearing a stern look upon his face.

Next to him, was Gemini, followed by an empty seat. The person who was to occupy it was no longer welcomed here. Aries was not sure whether that person would betray him later, but he knew she would be of little threat. Leo was next after that. He was the only one not wearing a shirt. He wore long black pants with the star as a belt buckle. He almost mirrored Taurus's body build, except Leo looked more impressive with his body-builder form. He had a tan and big hulk like muscles. This look, however, did not take away the excitement of his wild, firey orange hair.

The next seat was empty, but Aries knew Virgo would be joining them shortly.

Libra was the next woman to come up instead. She was Aries' most creative being. She had a dark brown tan and looked very uptight and strict in her simple black dress. She had lots of white hair that she wore in a ponytail which reached all the way to her ankles. Scorpio came next, then Sage.

She was the youngest and the most energetic. She had a tank top like Virgo, but with a mini skirt and boots. She was almost child-like in appearance with her freckles and light brown hair pulled up in pigtails.

The oldest member sat next to her; he was known as Capri. He looked like an old goat with his gray hair and beard. He also looked very wise. Aries sometimes asked for guidance from him.

Aqua sat in a cool, elegant position beside him. He looked like a younger version of Gemini with his light blue hair combed back in an elegant manner. His dark atire looked like a sleeve-less komono. With his right arm exposed, you could see a tattoo of the 12 point star. He was focused and determined. He had to keep his attention up so he wouldn't be distracted by Pise, who was next to him at the end of the line.

Aries wasn't going to wait for one more to show, so he began.

"Ladies and gentlemen, I invite you here to inform you of the progress of my work. The heartless have been doing well to keep the others at bay, but now, I think it is time for a change."

He started to pace behind his podium.

"For some time I have been working on the solution to our problem. A solution that would stabilize our existence. Our bodies cannot maintain this shape for too long, not even with our powers. That is why I've decided to bring back the old routine of the heartless."

Taurus stood up in anger at this bit of news.

"We don't need the heartless! They're worthless, pointless filth!"

Gemini stood next. On this rare occasion, he actually agreed with him.

"I agree. What can a heartless do that we cannot. They are not powerful enough."

"On the contrary, Taurus, Gemini, they will do one part of my work -- they are merely tools. Nothing more. Think about it, the higher the wall, the less of a chance an enemy has to climb over it. Contain our secrecy. Like others before us who have failed, I need the darkness within people's hearts to proceed with my plan."

They were tired of not knowing what Aries was up too. Scorpio teetered on the edge of madness.

"What plan?!," he asked in a loud whisper-like voice,"What is this plan you keep insisting upon?!"

Aries stared directly into his eyes.

"A heart. A heart for all of us. A heart of darkness that will maintain our power and make us stronger, make us-"

At this point, Virgo made her entrance and walked silently down the stairs. Aries watched her every move.

"Well?"

She stopped, puzzled by his question.

"Well what?"

"I have given you more time with the research. Have you found anything more?"

Sage snickered at this and whispered to herself," How can she find anything, when she's too busy looking at Sora."

Virgo took her time with the answer.

"Well, I found something else. I found-"

"Stay right there, you are too late to be apart of this."

Virgo was about to come closer, but was forced to stay away. "Continue."

"I found what I need to put my ideas into action."
"Action," Libra stated boldly,"That's just what we need Aries. Enough of this chit-chat."

She stood up and prepared to leave, but Aries made her stay by giving her a nasty look. Libra, like the others, were tired of the waiting and simply wanted to get things done.

"We plan first," replied Aries, "There will be plenty of time for action later."
"But this idea of mine could be useful," Virgo continued. "You told me you plan on creating a dark heart."

"You told her of your plan before you told us?" Taurus growled.

"SILENCE. Go on."

Aries was getting annoyed by his group. Aqua shook his head and smirked in Aries' dedication to Virgo.

"Figures he would do something like this."

"To create a dark heart, you need the heartless to gather the darkness out of other people's hearts right? Well, why not just send one heartless to unlock them all."

If they weren't already staring at Virgo, they were staring now. Aries straightened up and moved closer to her.

"And how do you suppose we do that?"

She grinned.

"It's simple. With a heartless and a keybearer."

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I had a lot of fun writing the description of the members. What do you think about your birth signs being characters (especially those of you who follow the stars)

Mine was Libra. Sadly, her role later will not be pretty.

Fact: Here's a good time to bring this up. Originally, the Zodiac was called Red Sun and the leader was Gemini. Also, they each stood for a sin, not a star. Aries' supposed favorite girl was younger and her name was Fifi. (Thank the Lord I changed it right). As Fifi, Virgo was much more infatuated with Sora. (You'll see the difference in her feelings of Sora in the next two chapters.) Pise was, well Pise, but his character was based on Organization 13's Demyx. Aries was a more serious, careful Xehnort and Virgo was a form of Tifa.

I love behind the scenes stuff. Chapter 5 is coming up into action. Watch out Sora! She's coming to get you!