Teen Titans Fan Fiction
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THE FORGOTTEN
The Titans have managed to escape with their lives, but not without paying the price of losing their home. The True Master has also reappeared, but what information does she know about the new warriors that the others don't? And what will happen once Robin wakes up?
Chapter 5 - The Dead Tell Tales
Cyborg watched his radar as the T-ship made its way through the underwater. A small yellow light blinking the letter T popped up on the screen every so often as it seemed they were heading towards. The T-ship slowly made its way through towards an underwater cave. Cyborg pulled back on the controls as the T-ship began to surface. Everybody in the ship looked around as the ship surfaced. Everyone popped open their individual pods as electronic lights came on all across the room.
"Welcome to the Teen Titan's Sub-Tower." Cyborg began explaining as he put his hand onto an identification pad. It blinked "ACCESS GRANTED" as the main power core started to charge up.
"Robin always liked being prepared. This was supposed to act in case of a situation like the one we're in. Never thought we'd be using it now in this fashion though..." Cyborg scratched his bald metal head as Starfire set the limp Robin onto a sofa by the wall. Raven took off her hood and gazed at the darkness of the cave. She had to admit, it was a nice place to stay.
Robin made a muffled sound as his eyebrows twitched. All four Titans turned to their leader who it seemed was starting to regain consciousness. It was here that everyone finally was able to stare at the condition Robin was in. He had a large gash over his right forearm, his legs were covered in scratches and blue from bruising. His face looked as though someone took a sledgehammer straight to it. His green pants were so torn up that they were more like shorts, and his crimson red shirt was now just a shred of its former glory. Slowly, Robin's eyes began to open.
"Robin?!" Starfire was kneeling beside the couch and holding his hand as she called out to him.
"Dude!!" Beast Boy had also joined in, all four were eying their leader as he tried to sit up. Robin found out that he had no strength left, and fell back into the couch, gasping for air as he collapsed.
Robin opened up his eyes, his body was aching all over. He felt so bad, he couldn't lift his pinky finger. Looking all around the room, he gazed upon each member of the team before he slowly opened his mouth to speak.
"Wh-who...a-are..y-y-you p-p-p-peo-ple?" Were the only words Robin could utter before his head tilted back and he fell asleep once more. All four remaining Teen Titans sat in silence for a moment before Cyborg spoke up.
"Didn't he recognize any of us?" Cyborg pointed his finger at Robin as he finished speaking.
"Maybe he fell on his head or something...you know, he got that anastasia..." Beast Boy answered.
"It's called amnesia, Beast Boy. I'm not sure, but I got the feeling he didn't know who any of us were." Raven had crossed her arms and closed her eyes to ponder.
"That is because...he had forgotten." A familiar voice from behind all of the team came out. Everyone turned around to see the True Master who was resting in a chair. She had made herself some hot tea and was sipping it slowly.
"Come, let the young warrior rest. There is much we have to discuss." The True Master motioned for all of the team to take a seat all around her.
"Yeah, mind telling us where those new dudes Slade has on his side now came from?" Cyborg asked as he took a seat beside the True Master.
"Yes, I am afraid this is not a happy story, though. And it will be difficult to hear it, but you all must know the truth before you can move forward." The True Master took a very deep breath and began speaking as the steam from her tea carried up into the air.
"Long ago, in a land in the East, people were living under constant fear. It was a dark time, where trust was something almost non-existent. People turned against each other just to save their own lives. The cause of all this was a tyrant who ruled mercilessly for decades. Years later, a revolution took place, led by five extraordinary warriors, each one a champion in their own regard. There was Motaro, whose ferocious strength was second to none. Zuo, whose intellect led to many victories overcoming impossible odds. The brothers Ying and Pong, the loyal bodyguards of the overseer of the five, Verachi. Verachi was a man of great virtue, and he and his followers were successful in overthrowing the government." The True Master took another deep breath as the other Teen Titans stared at her intently, listening to every word.
"But True Master, if the legendary five were once good, how did they end up working for Slade?" Beast Boy inquired, but was met with her hand raised, asking for more time to explain.
"The new governor of the nation gave each member new weapons as a token of gratitude. Motaro was awarded a giant sword, a great symbol for his physical prowess. Zuo was given dual swords representing intelligence. The bodyguards Ying and Pong were given an axe and spear, weapons traditionally used best bodyguards of the era. Verachi was handed a mace and the civilization celebrated for many days. For some time, the new government worked harmoniously, until a dark wizard named Genesis tried taking over the land." The True Master paused again and took another sip of her tea. Beast Boy opened his mouth to ask another question, but Raven smacked the back of his head as to let her finish the story.
"Using the darkest of magics in the land, Genesis launched an all out attack on the capital city. The five legendary warriors took it upon themselves to stop the army and all five confronted Genesis alone. Even though he was outnumbered 5 to 1, it is said the battle lasted for many days. In the end, it was Verachi who landed a final blow onto Genesis. With his last breath, Genesis muttered a curse which would ultimately seal the five legendary warriors to their own doom. The nation celebrated once more, but there was something odd about the five legendary warriors. All the while, they seemed distant, and preoccupied with something else. In their last minutes of sanity, all five agreed to seal themselves up, as they could feel evil begin to fill up their hearts. Genesis's final curse would turn all five legendary warriors into five lethal assassins who wanted only death and destruction. It was a small little girl with a pure heart who ended up sealing them into a mountain. Over time, people began to forget about the legends of old, and they became forgotten and renamed the "Forgotten Five". Their mystery and power is known to so few people now..." The True Master finished up her tea and set the cup back into the saucer.
"True Master, what about their weapons? When the one with the axe handed his over to Slade, it seemed that Slade knew how to use it in ways we've never even seen before!" Cyborg asked a question, as a chilly wind came through.
"Ah, yes. Upon creation, the weapons of the legendary five warriors had a special powers, used for the greater good of mankind. When the hearts of the users turned black, so did their weapons, and they all have devastating effects, which you all have seen. Each member has a special attribute used for taking over a nation: destruction, recruitment, protection, aggression and forgetfulness. Think of each member's weapon as a symbol for one of these. For example, Ying's weapon, the axe, can cause earthquakes capable of reducing entire cities to dust. Verachi's weapon is the power to forget the past, which I am now sure of that it has been used on my young apprentice, who now sleeps soundly over there." The True Master motioned over towards Robin, who was still sleeping soundly.
All four Titans took several moments to take everything in. It was very hard to swallow, but one thing still remained unanswered.
"How did Slade find those guys?" Raven asked.
"The man in the gold and black mask must have broken the seal which kept them all contained. The weapons give each warrior eternal life and youth, destroy each weapon to allow the souls of the legendary five to finally rest in peace. Be warned, each one is formidable alone, as you each can now atest to, so use caution in proceeding. As for the young warrior, I shall take him back to my mountain, where I maybe able to recover his memories. He will not remember anyone, so this shall be for the best..." The True Master stood up and started to rub her back.
Nobody wanted to admit it, but the True Master was right. The Forgotten Five and Slade were on the hunt now for all of them. Getting Robin away would probably be the best idea at this point in time. Starfire stood up so suddenly that Beast Boy fell onto his back and hit his head on the floor.
"I'm going, too..." Starfire's words seemed forced, but the other Titans just sat quietly as the True Master cast a long gaze at her.
"You cannot." The True Master shook her head.
"Then I will follow." Starfire answered immediately.
"You still cannot." The True Master's words were firm, as if no change in her opinion or tone.
"I am going one way or the other!" Starfire's cheeks were almost vividly red now and a small teardrop fell to the ground as she stomped the ground hard once more.
"If you wish to come, you must undergo the same trial he did. I suggest you think of your friends before you make such a rash decision. I shall wait until morning for your answer, good night." The True Master picked up her large walking stick and headed for one of the rooms in the back, leaving the four remaining Teen Titans to think about all the events that had unfolded on this very long day.
Starfire sighed heavily as she heard the door shut behind the True Master. She waited several moments before turning around to face her friends, but was surprised to find all three of them smiling.
"Friends of mine, why do you wear such joyous faces now?" Starfire inquired.
Cyborg walked over and put his hand on Starfire's shoulder. "Go, Starfire, take care of Robin and make sure he comes back to us. We'll find someway to manage until then."
Starfire's eyes teared up once more as she looked at Beast Boy and Raven who gave approving nods. She stretched out her arms and hugged all three at the same time, causing light curses and swears from all three.
"Thank you, my friends. I shall not let you down and I'm not going to give up! I promise..." Starfire was handed a large blanket by Cyborg. She gave him a beaming smile as she flew back over and rested her back against the bottom of the sofa, where she could fall asleep next to Robin, even if he didn't know who she was.
The Forgotten Five's past has finally been revealed. Now that the Titan's know what they are facing, can they even stop it? What about Starfire's trial with the True Master? Will she be able to overcome the same tests he did?
Next Time: Chapter 6 - Starfire's Journey
Starfire begins her quest with the bear, snake, and monkey. Slade sets up shop in his new home, and Beast Boy actually has a great idea?! You definitely won't want to miss it!
A/N: Thanks to all the reviewers. Sorry it took so long, and to the fans of Sacrifice, the sequel should be up soon, so check it out if you want to! Thanks guys and gals, I'll see you all next time!
-Imagonna