There's no excuse for the time it's taken me to update, so I won't even bother defending myself. But I have re-played the game a few months ago to refresh my info, and promise to update every Thursday until this fic is done. All the chapters are planned out, and four more are already written.
My writing style has changed over the years, so sorry if it doesn't flow with the rest of the fic.
Also, I couldn't remember what Tsukiyomi's Moon Rainbow attack looked like, so if it's wrong let me know and I'll change it.
Italics- Tsukiyomi talking
Bold- Kurando talking to Tsukiyomi.
Father's Strike
The sword dragged on the floor behind him, despite Kurando's best attempts to keep it higher. He puffed out a frustrated breath, scanning the area beyond the village for any sign of his father.
How did he move so fast?
His answer came with a loud, inhuman screech from the opposite direction, in the Forest of Wind.
A challenging opponent, purred Tsukiyomi, It's presence will draw weaker creatures to be its minions.
'Father!' Kurando called, spinning around and heading back into the village.
Watch out!
Kurando instinctively ducked, his hair rustled by passing talons. The monster croaked in annoyance as it swerved past. Kurando pressed himself closer to the ground, the sword clutched to his chest.
You will die if you fight alone. Let me fight!
'I can't!' Kurando sobbed.
Then your village and leader will fall.
Kurando's head shot up in shock, catching a glimpse of the bird monster swooping back towards him.
'Father!' Kurando screamed, curling up as a bright light consumed him. He felt the familiar but unwanted presence of Tsukiyomi push forward, forcing him to the back of his own mind.
Tsukiyomi's delighted laugh drowned out his voice as she lifted an arm, sending her circular beam of light to slice the monster in two.
Finally! Now I can prove to you once and for all I'm the one best to keep us alive, little one.
Another croak was cut short as Tsukiyomi slashed its head clear off. Kurando stopped resisting, too entranced at the sight.
You really are strong.
These weaklings are nothing for me. I can protect us both, little one, if you'd stop resisting.
But I don't want to be controlled all the time! If you worked with me…
One mistake will kill us both. I won't risk that!
And I'll never get stronger if you don't!
She ignored him, continuing her defensive slaughter until no monsters remained.
A pained cry of a beast, followed by a man's echoed from the forest. Tsukiyomi recognised the leader's voice and chuckled, elegantly bending to pick up the fallen Mumeiro.
Your father needs a lesson on the true power of a Goddess.
Kurando's voice had grown too weak to be heard.
Keiji tried putting pressure on his bleeding left arm while still holding his sword in his right, slowly backing away from the monster before him.
The creature was difficult to hit with its body that seemed to blend into the shadows of the trees. Keiji had managed a few decent hits before it disappeared to his far right and re-appeared on his left, slashing his arm with long, deadly claws. Now the creature stood in front of him, triumphant, as Keiji backed up against a tree.
The creature's body was black, but with a transparent quality so Keiji could see the scenery beyond. Its body was wavy, flexible like rubber with long arms that ended in claws, but no feet. The head was a vague human shape, with a huge, grinning mouth and small red eyes. Its mouth grinned wider as it licked at the blood on its claws, slowly advancing.
I can't fall here and let this creature destroy the village.
He gritted his teeth, letting go of his bleeding arm and gripping his sword, ready to charge.
A sudden fall of cherry blossoms made both him and the creature pause.
Tsukiyomi landed elegantly in front of him, extending a hand out towards the creature, directing the cherry blossoms to it, causing the creature to scream in pain.
Keiji didn't hesitate; he swerved around the Moon Goddess and slashed the creature deeply across the chest. It gurgled and floated to the floor before vanishing.
The village leader gave a relieved sigh before turning to smile at Tsukiyomi.
'Well done Kurando! You've saved the village, I'm proud of you.'
He paused in alarm as Tsukiyomi's body shook in silent laughter.
'Kurando? Why don't you transform back? We can go check on your mother.'
The Moon Goddess straightened herself holding out the Mumeiro and letting it drop to the floor. She held his gaze with a defiant look before moving past him, heading towards the village.
What are you doing? Came Kurando's faint voice in Tsukiyomi's head.
It's time to show your mother who has the real power, then she'll stop insisting you suppress me.
Don't hurt her!
I'll do whatever I need to.
The village was filled with a low murmur as the villagers began emerging from their homes, gossiping about the noises they heard and creatures they'd seen through the windows. They turned at Tsukiyomi's approach, cheering and clapping. Miyoko stepped forward, grinning at the Moon Goddess.
'You did it Kurando! You're so-'
Tsukiyomi shoved her roughly aside. Miyoko cried in pain as she landed awkwardly on her arm. The villagers gasped and scrambled out of the Goddess' path as she made her way to the Inugami leader's house.
Miyoko! How could you?
None can interfere! They must see only I can protect you. They make you vulnerable and I won't allow it!
She had reached the top of the stairs when the door opened, Saki standing there in surprise.
'Kurando, what-'
She ducked as Tsukiyomi aimed a swing at her head. The door slammed shut, and the tell-tale white flash could be seen through the gaps.
Now she'll see my power and understand, little one, I alone can protect you. I-
Tsukiyomi screamed out in agony as a blade cut across her back, from her right shoulder diagonally down to the top of her left butt cheek. She twisted around, seeing Keiji with the Mumeiro, a look of anguish on his face.
'I'm sorry Kurando.'
Both Tsukiyomi and Kurando heard no more as the world faded to black.
Hopefully Tsukiyomi's actions made sense. Think of her as a very over-protective mother who doesn't like sharing Kurando.