Chapter one. A new student. Misty and gage almost defeated?
As morning dawned on death city, Misty rolled over in her large bed. The violet silken sheets smooth against the bare skin of her shoulders. Dawn light slanted in from the blue curtains hanging on her window. Misty sat up, a yawn escaping her mouth. As she got out of bed, she pulled on her black fuzzy house coat and matching slippers. She yanks her curtains open and smiled out the window.
She slowly went around her large room, opening the curtains on all four of the windows. As she reached the final one, which was across from her bed, she smiled and sat on the window seat, smiling softly. Her black hair is a tangled mess, for she had a troubled sleep. As she smiled and waved at the young boy across the street sitting in his window, there was a soft knock at the door.
"Hey you up?" Gage called.
Misty smiled. She leapt off the window seat and went to the red door. She opened it and smiled at Gage. He was still in his pajamas and he was shirtless. It didn't really bother her, seeing as they had lived together since they became partners three years ago.
Misty smiled. Monday was her day to cook breakfast. She walked past him, there skin brushing. She began to rummage in the large kitchen.
They lived on a single floor apartment in death city, decently close to the Death Weapon Meister Academy. Or DWMA for short. Its where demon weapons, humans that can turn into weapons, and meisters, the weapons users, attended school. At this school, they learned to fight, learned about souls and a variety of other subjects.
Misty began to prepare some breakfast for herself and her meister. School began at seven am. It was only six am.
Meanwhile, across the city, in a two floor house surrounded by trees, demon weapon Ryuuki CrossStar was just waking up after a peaceful sleep. For her, every morning was the same thing. Ryuuki wakes up at five thirty and makes breakfast. At six, she gets Zankokuna, her meister, up and they eat there food at the marble table. Then, at six thirty, Zan and Ryuuki drive to school.
Today how ever, did not follow there usual schedule. When Ryuuki woke up, the smell of bacon and eggs reached her nose. She sat up in her bed, the shoulder of her orange night gown falling down. Ryuuki stood up, curious. She walked through the double doors of her room and down the long hallway. The hallway was lined with pictures, all taken by her. She was a photographer. The hall way was where she hung her photos, all of them ones that she hand picked herself. Ryuuki loved to take pictures, to capture life in its moments of beauty. This was her talent, just as the others had there's.
As she reached the end of the hall and approached the main stair case, she paused. A voice carried up the stairs, a voice she knew well. It was Zan. He was cursing. Clearly pissed at something and was attempting to fix it. Ryuuki smiled, a laugh escaping her lips.
Zan was clumsy, but also hot headed. Him and Misty's partner, Gage, were always getting into fights. Misty usually stopped them, by giving them each a good kick in the ass. Some times though, there fights would get out of hand and they would be stopped by a teacher. The only thing is, the difference in Gage and zan's power level was to great. Gage was very powerful and Zan was no match in a one on one fight. But if Zan and Ryuuki fought together, they stood a chance. If Misty joined in, well, then it would be over. She is very strong and can beat them with a simple punch in the face.
As Ryuuki reached the kitchen, she walking in on Zan. He was in his PJ pants and sweater and he was sweeping up a broken plate. "What did you do?" Ryuuki asked as she took a seat at the table.
Zan sighed. "I was making breakfast and I dropped a plate."
Ryuuki rolled her eyes and a few minutes later, Zan had prepared them breakfast. It wasn't the best food Ryuuki had ever had, but it was a nice gesture. They ate in silence the sun outside grew fainter. Gray clouds were covering the sky and it was clear another thunderstorm was on the way. As they got ready to go to school, they got there school books and went out of the door. They walked towards the school, Keeping a fast pace so they wouldn't be late.
Nedia and Aiden were already up and walking towards the school. They were hand in hand. As they neared the school, Ryuuki and Zan were on the steps waiting for them. As they approached the team, Gage suddenly sailed through the air and landed on the steps. Misty was hollering at him for some thing and gage seemed a little pissed. Misty and Gage fought every so often, but always made up for it. As Misty stormed up to Gage, who was just sitting up she shouted.
"How could you even say that! I trust you and that's why we are partners, but its things that you say that make me trust you less and less!" She shouted
Gage sat staring at her. Nedia and Aiden stared in amusement as Gage stood up and bowed his head.
"I'm really sorry... I realise I shouldn't of said that..." he said.
Misty hit him one last time across the head before smiling.
"Alright dummy. Let's go. Oh hey Ryuuki." She said.
Nedia and Aiden were confused. The way that girl could change moods so fast amazed the twins. Her and Gage where talking with Zan and Ryuuki. Nedia and Aiden joined the conversation and they all laughed and joked for a bit until the bell rang. They headed into the DWMA in the hassle of students. Misty and Gage were in a special advanced class. Nedia and Aiden where in a class for beginners and Ryuuki and Zan where in the regular classes. They all went there own ways.
Misty and Gage arrived in there class. All of the weapons and meisters in this class were very powerful. Misty and Gage were at the top though. Many times, they had tournaments to decide the top strongest team. Misty and gage were undefeated. Leaving them as the DWMA's strongest meister and weapon pair. No one understood how Misty got all her power. It seemed to gone from some thing with in.
As Gage took his seat, with Misty beside him the teacher walked. Mr. Hawk was the teacher of the advanced class. They never really had much to learn, since these were all advanced student. Therefore, they focused on there combat skills. Today how ever, they weren't going to practice. Every three months, the school holds a tournament were all the weapon and meister partners duel. This tournament decided who is the strongest team. Misty and Gage have been on the top since they joined the school. As the teacher began to explain the rules and regulations to the class, there was a rather loud knock at the door.
Misty looked up as two students walked in. Both males. One, which was in front, had snow white hair and very icy blue eyes. Every thing about him, reminded Misty of some one, but she couldn't remember who. The second one, who was very small, had brown hair with blond and blood red eyes.
As they reached the front of the room, Mr. Hawk smiled.
"Every one. These two are new students in our class. Why don't you introduce your selves?" Mr. Hawk suggested smiling.
The boy with white hair stepped forwards. He had a very sexy smile and was rather attractive.
"My name is Allen Spencer." He said.
His voice had a very hot and smooth tone to it. Next the brown haired one stepped up. He seemed very timid.
"M-my name is Hunter... Hunter Steel." His voice was quiet, very shaky.
After the class said hi, Hunter and Allen walked to the empty seats. The way the class was set up, was there were long, half circle tables in the shape of Coliseum steps with chair. In all truth, the class room resembled a lecture hall. Gage and Misty sat in the back. There were empty seats beside Misty and Allen immediately took it, Hunter taking the one beside him. Hunter just gazed at the ground, but Allen was gazing at Misty.
"Welcome to the advanced class." Misty said, smiling.
Gage had fallen asleep on the desk, but Misty let him sleep. Allen smirked.
"Thanks. So what's your name?" He asked, resting his cheek on his hand.
"Misty. Misty Ryder." She replied.
Allen smiled.
"And this idiot is my partner, Gage Hawthorn." Misty continued.
Misty gave Gage a smack over the head, waking him up. Allen seemed amused. Hunter remained silent. Allen began talking yet again.
"You the weapon or meister?" He asked.
Misty hesitated her position was slightly complicated.
"I am primarily a weapon, but I can fight with my body partially transformed. Also I can use a weapon as a meister." She explained slowly.
Allen nodded his head.
"I'm the weapon, hunter is the meister." He said.
Misty was shocked, the shy, small kid beside Allen was a meister? It seemed crazy. Especially considering his size. Just then, the teacher called attention. The tournament was about to start. The whole class headed out back to the combat field. The field was large, bright green grass and dark gray clouds all across the sky. As the classes all merged into one, the round participants were announced.
Ryuuki and Zan were up first. They won. But after seven matches, they were out. Misty and gage of course wine every match. Aiden and Nedia got out after three. As Gage and Misty entered the field for the semi finals, the clouds finally broke and it started to rain. Of course, the match still went on. Misty and Gage's opponents walked onto he field. It was a couple of seventeen year old kids. The girl, Luna, turned into a large hammer and the boy, Greg, caught the spinning black handle.
"Misty! Transform!" Gage yelled.
Misty nodded and in a flash of purple light and matching smoke, she disappeared and the katana appeared in Gage's hand. Getting into a offensive stance, Gage took a deep breath. As the bell went off, Gage leapt into action. Greg swung the hammer, attempting to bring it down on Gage's head, but he easily leapt out of the way. As Gage flew past Greg, Gage turned and kicked him in the back. Greg spun around and hit Gage with the hammer. Gage was knocked over and the katana in his hand flung clear from his hand. Gage scrambled up. Misty turned back into a person. Her and Gage had a special trick. Since Misty could fight with her body transformed, Misty would fight as a person and Gage would fight along side her.
"Misty! Get behind them!" He shouted.
She did as she was told and Gage kicked Greg as he tried to strike Misty with the hammer. Misty transformed her hands into shining purple blades and begin to fight back. Gage also helped out. Greg was being overwhelmed and before he knew it, Misty had him on the ground and he was unable to fight. The bell chimed and Misty stood tall beside Gage. The crown of watching students roared with applause and the rain began to fall harder. As Misty and Gage went off the field for a short intermission, the other semi finalists began to fight. Misty could not see who they were but it didn't matter. They sat on a bench and Gage held his side.
"Dam... that hammer hurt." Gage grumbled. Misty laughed.
After about twenty minutes, the finals were about to begin. Misty and Gage walked out to the applause and there opponents entered. It was the new kids, Hunter and Allen. Misty was stunned. She never would have guessed that those two could make it to the finals. It didn't matter, Misty Would be victorious.
As Misty and Gage came into view, Hunter began to smile slightly and a wicked smile twisted onto Allen's lips. the rain was pouring down and thunder was rumbling in the distance. Misty winced. She had been terrified of thunder for as long as she could remember. Gage noticed her wince and took her hand, attempting to comfort her.
Just then, the announcer came over the loud speaker.
"Students of the DWMA! Welcome to the April 11ths combat tournament finals! The finalists are! The previous champions, hoping to defend their title, Gage Hawthorn and Misty Ryder! Facing them Are new students Allen Spencer and Hunter Steel! An interesting match up! When the bell sounds, you can begin!" The announcer said.
Misty looked at Gage and smiled. They were ready. As Allen transformed into a bright white katana, Misty swore.
"Shit... Gage, be careful. Allen is a light katana... The exact opposite of my shadow katana form. Be careful, he could cause me some serious damage. Alright?" Misty stated in a serious tone.
Gage Frowned. "I understand. Ill be careful. Now. Transform!"
Misty transformed into a katana and Gage smirked. As the bell sounded, both Hunter and Gage jumped into the air. They met in the air and their swords clashed. A shower of sparks rained down and the crowed roared. Their cheers were almost as loud as the thunder.
Gage sent Hunter flying into the ground and Gage landed on the ground as well. Hunter stood. At this point, the rain had thoroughly soaked both Gage and Hunter. Hunters brown and blond hair hung in front of his eyes. Hunter shook his hair away from his eyes. Gage couldn't help but take a step back in surprise. Hunters eyes had lost there timid look and now they were burning with insanity.
With a crazed laugh, Hunter streaked towards Gage, swinging the katana at Gage with immense strength. Gage barely had time to bring his katana up and deflect the sword. Hunter didn't let up. He kept advancing on Gage. As Gage dodged another attack, he swung the sword and struck Hunters side. As Gage flipped back, crimson blood glinted on his katana's blade.
Despite the fact he was bleeding, Hunter kept attacking. Gage lost his footing and slid in the mud, allowing the bright white katana to catch his shoulder. Gage swore and Misty's voice came into his ear.
"Gage, lets use soul resonance." Misty said in a demanding voice.
Soul resonance is matching the meister and weapons soul wevelengths witch causes a Soul Echo. When the Soul Echo is used or in other words, resonated to its maximum level, it becomes known as soul resonance and allows the team to pull of high-class attacks. Misty and Gage have been able to master this technique.
Gage smiles. "Alrighty then. Soul Resonance!" Gage shouts.
As they activate the technique, their power radiates off them in waves, rippling in the air. The whole crowd is speechless. Hunter Smiles wickedly.
"Allen. Unlock. Solar eclipse!" Hunter commands.
As Misty and Gage Fully activate their resonance, the katana in Gage's hand ripples. Scores of shadow begin to maneuver towards Gage. The shadows begin to cover Gage, spreading and crawling onto the katana. In a burst of power, Gage now stands holding a pitch black katana.
Some thing similar had happened to Hunter, except instead of shadows Shrouding his body, there was glowing, white light surrounding him. The crowd began to roar as the Two leapt into battle once again. This time when their swords clashed, the two swords reacted negatively to each other, causing Gage's katana to chip and crack. This wasn't good. Gage knew he needed to up his attack level.
"Misty! Shadow Mode! Scythe!" Gage shouted.
Misty has many special ability's. This ability in particular was a rare one. This ability allows her to change what kind of weapon she is. She can turn into any weapon, as long as it has a blade. This ability is known as Shadow Mode.
As Gage shouted his order, the blade in his had morphed. The handle extended and the blade warped. In a matter of seconds, Gage held a black scythe. Gage began to attack again, spinning the scythe expertly. The rain pouring down continued and the wind changed direction. As Hunter and Gage clashed, Hunter began to over power Gage. Soon, Gage was knocked flying. Gage hit the wall, his back taking the force of the hit. He fell to the ground, unable to move. The scythe in his hand was sent spinning into the air.
The scythe transformed, Misty appeared and she fell to earth, turning her arm into a gleaming purple blade. Misty landed on Hunters back, shoving his face into the ground .
"Bull's-eye!" Misty shouted, before flipping off Hunter.
Hunter stood up, unfazed. Hunter Dashed forwards, lunging with the sword. Misty dodged and grabbed his arm. She flipped over him and brought her Blade arm down on Hunters arm. This caused Hunter to drop the sword. Hunter threw a punch at Misty and it made contact with her stomach. Misty was knocked back and a shout from Gage could be heard.
Misty remained on her feet. Before she could react, Hunter picked up his katana and swung the white katana, slashing her side. The pain Misty felt was excruciating. Normally Misty could have handled the pain, but since she was a dark sword and she was struck by a sword of light, they were polar opposites and the pain was amplified ten fold.
Misty couldn't hold in the cry of pain. She leapt back and held her bleeding side. Her bladed arm received yet another chip. Misty was getting mad. This was a tough fight. As Hunter advanced on her once again, Misty leapt in the air.
"Dark Mode!" She said in a cracking voice.
This mode was her own special technique. It allowed her to manipulate all darkness around her. Misty's eyes became a deathly black and her arm returned to normal. it was almost as if she was becoming the darkness herself. The wind around her picked up and the crowd grew louder.
Shadows encased Misty's hands, forming sharp, cone shaped black blades on her fingers. With a loud scream Misty fell upon Hunter. Hunter raised his sword to defend himself. It cut her cheek, but Misty fought him. At this point, the blades on her hands made contact with Hunter, cutting his skin.
Hunter attempted to run her through with his blade, Misty knocked the sword aside, throwing it so it penetrated the wall of the DWMA. Hunters eyes widened and Misty Released the shadows on her hand and punched Hunter in the face, sending him careening into the ground. A cloud of dust was stirred up. As the dust cleared, Hunter lay motionless on the ground, knocked out cold.
"It appears we have a winner! Wait... Allen can still fight!" The announcer cried.
Misty spun around just in time to see Allen rush towards her. Allen's right hand was transformed into a shinning white blade.
"Seriously! I have to fight you to?!" Misty Shouted in annoyance.
The cone shaped blades reappeared on Misty's hands and she began to battle. Gage was still unable to fight, but he sat watching Misty. The wound on Misty's side was effecting her fighting. Her movements were slow and she couldn't keep up with Allen's speed. In a blur of movements, Allen had cut Misty across her collar bone and had her pinned to the ground. Misty Struggled, but Allen had a grip on her neck. She struggled but couldn't seem to get free.
As her moves became weaker due to her lack of blood and oxygen, Gage struggled to his feet. He threw himself at Allen, knocking him off Misty. Misty stood up coughing as Gage was thrown off Allen. Bruises covered Misty's neck. Blood from the wound on her collar bone was smeared across her neck. Allen had his back to Misty and she took this chance to attack.
Allen turned, ready to defend against Misty. As he saw what was before him he let out a shout of surprise. Misty had picked Hunter up and hurled him at Allen. Allen was struck by his partners unconscious body and was thrown back. Allen landed with a thud on the ground and pushed Hunter Off him. Misty was on him in a second, and punched him in the nose. Allen was knocked out in an instant and Misty stumbled to her feet. Her side and Chest bleeding heavily.
"The victors and strongest team in the DWMA are Misty and Gage!" The announcer exclaimed. The crowed roared with cheers. Gage got to his feet. As he began to walk towards Misty, her face went as pale as a ghost, her eyes closed and she fell to the ground. The crowed gasped.
The last thing Misty saw was Gage staring down at her, shouting her name. Then, darkness enveloped her vision and she fell unconscious.