Chapter Seven

Once again, Prinny arrived on the set. "Hey doods! Welcome to the Chapter Six edition of the PlayStation Channel! As you all recall from before, I'm Prinny, and this time, we have a new guest: Solaire of Astora!" He pointed to the knight, who seemed to be a bit distant.

"Hm? Oh, yes... So, I'm being watched by how many people? I'm not so used to this."

"Uh, like, probably all of Lastation, dood. We're working on probably getting this all over the world of games! But we would need like, something powerful enough to handle that. Though, we may be getting help with that soon I heard!"

"I see now. It still makes me a little nervous to know that so many are seeing me."

He then chuckled, while Prinny seemed confused. "But dood, you're already all over the internet. You're a big meme or icon like I am… I mean, someone like you on here should get everyone all excited." The knight then stopped his laughter.

Underneath his helmet, a blush rose on Solaire's face. "A-all over the interwhat? Wait, isn't that what's used for summoning and jolly cooperation?" He then paused for a moment. "Oh, that's right. Speaking of cooperation, we should talk about some of the fights that had occurred today…

"Heihachi Mishima and Kuma challenged a group to a battle in the volcano from Pupul's homeworld. Being a tad full of himself, they set the rules to a ten-stock match. Even with the bear by his side, it didn't compare much to the crazy magic used by Nikki. But even then, Nathan Drake and his long time friend Sullivan ended up victorious with their strategy."

A groan came out of Prinny. "Kind of disappointed the gorgeous Nikki lost to Nathan Drake, dood… Same with Morrigan Aensland. The succubi challenged Cole, Zeke, Isaac Clarke, John Carver, Kat, and Raven to fight her along with Lilith!" He noticed that Solaire was dozing off, and poked him.

"Yes. Kat and Raven were the ones who came out on top with an unexpected 'Gravity Bind'. Meanwhile, in Columbia, Toro and Kuro had clearly been practicing. Kratos and Zeus came very close, but it seems the two cats had more team effort. Finally-"

"That's all for today so far!"

"Hm? But what about the battle involving Fortes-"

"S-see you next time!" Prinny stammered as the broadcast ended.


Lying against a tombstone in the graveyard of Gallowmere, Pupuru sighed. A flower was in her hand, as she plucked the petals off gently. "Why did I even come to such a place?… I really hang off any word he says, don't I Kuu-chan? I figured Mael wanted to battle, but Puni and Etanya got bored of waiting already."

She then felt a heavy blush form. "He was actually nice when we invited to Romania, and Compa mentioned something about him always checking in when I was hospitalized. Plus during when the stadium collapsed… Is it really foolish to put faith into him? I know he also likes being in denial about-" Someone began clearing their throat.

Upon turning around, Pupul was disappointed to see one of the deformed gargoyle statues standing there. "Do you mind stating your business in the incredibly dead and gloomy graveyard of Gallowmere? You could get attacked by a zombie or one of those imps if you stay here, dear child." She pouted, while Kuu shot a glare.

"I'm waiting for someone that isn't a monster, thank you! How long have you been listening to me anyway?" She slumped back down. "My friends went to look for any possible raw materials for either cooking or magic, so there's a higher chance they'll get attacked anyway." The gargoyle only blinked, noticing the small beast poking him.

Shooing it away, he then remembered. "Ah, wait a moment, aren't you that same girl from about over a year ago that was here? Along with that vicious 'God of War' character? Still, you and your friends should be careful. There's more than just ghouls of the sorts running about. There's some sort of hunter that looks like the typical 'innocent girl in the woods'."

Curiosity got to Pupuru just then. "What do you mean? That they could be endangered by not zombies, but…"

"Had a red hood, a basket, was skipping along innocently with her small pooch. When I asked what she was even doing, the child pointed some sort of strange weapon at me. The girl questioned me about Zarok but… He's dead, I told her. Unfortunately, she proved me otherwise with some backstory. Threatened that if I don't tell her anything that she'd turn me into a decoration for someone's plants. Children these days… But I can tell that you aren't like her." Blinking a few times, Pupul began to wonder.

"Well, it is true. Zarok, the wizard, right? He was working with Gigadis at one point. But they broke off because of something during those Console Wars. I don't think he and William are going to stop mischief or evil by any means though. Daniel only let him off the hook for actually helping someone."

The statue gave a sarcastic chuckle. "Zarok? Help someone? Can't say you're lying, but it does seem odd. Even more so when you mention Fortesque letting him go scott-free. Regardless, the girl I saw was clearly trouble, even one who's human shouldn't make contact with her."

Averting her eyes downward, Pupul became worried. "I really hope Puni and Etanya don't run into her then… Or that Mael shows up." Right as she said that, there were footsteps approaching. Kuu growled, knowing who it might be.

Colonel Radec turned off his cloaking device. "So you waited for me just as I requested... Good."

Her eyes then lit up at the sight of him. "There you are!~ My friends got bored and started looking for herbs or fungi of the sort that could be used."

"Your friends?… Erm, you brought them here?" Radec asked.

"Of course! I mean, we're going to battle, right? Didn't you bring your partners? They said we can't fight without them." The gargoyle took notice of his reaction, despite the fact Radec was wearing a gas-mask and visor.

Again, the gargoyle coughed to grab their attention. "I think he had other things in mind. Speaking of, aren't you a tad bit old to be going out with this young lady?" Mael cringed at the accusation, only now seeing a talking statue right nearby.

"It's nothing like that, I assure you! I originally wanted to… Have a conversation, about… What has been happening recently!" He normally was never this hesitant, nor was Mael this passive either. Normally the colonel would be pointing a gun at someone for that kind of statement.

"My apologies for interrupting your date then." The statue replied sarcastically while shooting a mischievous grin.

Radec clenched his fist, then pressed a finger against the sides of the masking. "I'll… Get Cobar and Kratek to hurry over here then. I didn't know I couldn't battle without them. Let me… Go to a different area for better connection." It was a lie, but he didn't want to seem embarrassed by anything.


Due to the promise he made to Sweet Tooth, Specter found himself working on getting the All-Stars broadcast to reach other places. "What do we do now? This tag-team event isn't going so good. A kidnapping happened, some people got traumatized, and we've only had what? Four matches? Where are Toro and Gex?" Raven groaned, brushing her hair to the side.

Zeke raised a brow. "Wait, I know about the kidnapping of some of Cole's friends, but what's this about people getting traumatized?" Kratek was receiving a message at the moment, therefore was ignoring everything around him.

Neptune stopped eating her custard pudding to respond. "Grimmy said they're with Histy and the kid right now. Anyway, Plutie went all Sadie on the monkey-guy when Zeus freed us from that barrier-thingy! Bound to scar anyone who looks directly at-"

"Hey! You, Mr. Grimm, and your sister were the one who ditched us you know!" Spike called out. "Canny Tim and Jimmy are still in shock from witnessing Plutia beat Specter to a pulp, then threaten us!"

"I… I didn't do that. All I wanted was to be praised, Spiky!" Plutia murmured, trying to take a nap.

"Do not pin this on my wife either! It's only sensible to try to flee the scene before we were hurt. I expected you to follow me regardless when I clearly stated that no one should make Plutia angry!" Mr. Grimm hissed.

"C-can we drop that subject please? I don't wish to remember it… Dirk Steadfast and Karl Sturnguard from the Hall of Heroes gave me news just a few minutes ago, that some sort of child was running around Gallowmere and ridding of the dead!" Canny Tim exclaimed, breaking everything up.

Sir Daniel had his attention turned to him. "The dead? Someone raising up zombies you mean? Why is it a problem that someone is taking them out then?"

"Because it turns out, she doesn't just want the undead gone. This girl went out of the way to find every monster, and kill them for their blood or anything of value!" Morrigan was listening from a slight distance, feeling her attention grabbed. It all sounded familiar to the succubus.

Now this made Dan worry. If this girl possibly went into the Hall of Heroes, they could be in trouble. Or this child could find Princess Kiya, who was residing in Fortesque's tomb. "Did you say, this is going on in the graveyard of Gallowmere?" Finally, Kratek seemed to have finished his call, as he was now listening to them.

Just before he could answer, a gun was pointed at Fortesque's head. Nearly everyone was shocked, but not surprised to see that Tendon Cobar was the one responsible for such a hasty action. "You will take us there. Colonel Radec is there, awaiting to battle someone."

Even if everyone could defend him, Daniel did agree to bring them to the graveyard. They instantly left, wanting to hurry. Afterwards, the rest began arguing once more on how lazy everyone was being.

"Those two guys… Threatened Timmy and Daniel just now." Plutia said to herself, getting up. No one noticed her start to leave besides PJ Berri, and he made no attempt to stop the CPU.


Stayner's phantom approached the gargoyle statue with two girls under his arms. "These two ladies could have been attacked by that crazy one we've seen beforehand. Have you seen anyone else enter the graveyard at this point? I can't believe the Hall of Heroes could possibly be threatened by a little girl…" The gargoyle pointed to the gate.

"A couple did along with a small animal. I never caught their names." Iron Hewer left, despite Puni and Etanya struggling in the ghost's arms. "That child… She's not only after Zarok, but the Hall of Heroes? What does she want? Never thought I'd say this, but I actually wish that Fortesque would return."

Oddly enough, Radec seemed contempt with just sitting there and talking with Pupuru. Though it puzzled her. "Is this some sort of reverse psychology you're doing? Because it's weirding me out… You usually want to avoid me, or battle if given the chance. Plus, we're supposed to fight. That's what this event was made for…" She leaned against him, taking note on how he only partly flinched.

What was more weird to her is how Mael willingly removed parts of the gas-mask, making his face visible. Kuu had fallen asleep out of boredom at this point, leaving Pupul to herself. "You look tired to be honest… Or, uh, do Helghan generally look like that-"

"From what I've seen, everyone is slacking off and minding their own business rather than wishing to battle. Do not think it is that I do not want to challenge you… I just would have rather done it on my own, because I dislike the idea of working with Cobar. Granted, cooperating with anyone partly hurts my pride." He replied. It was unusual to hear him speak without the breathing apparatus.

Pupul attempted to move herself closer. "We could actually fight without supers. It's more of a practice mode that way! Just like old times!~" With a unusually happy squeal, she wrapped her arms around Mael, who didn't seem annoyed.

Instead, he trailed his hand up the girl's shoulder. "If you want the truth, I requested you come here because…"

"Radec!" His attention snapped to who just entered the graveyard. Cobar, Kratek, and Sir Daniel all stood there. "Oh, I'm sorry... Should I leave you two alone?" Tendon sneered.

Shoving her off by the shoulder, Mael got up. "Godammi… I mean, good! Perfect timing! I was just about to tell this child about how merciless we can be." He slid over to the two colonels. "Allow me to introduce these two to you, Pupul-"

"We've already met her. And we know about her addiction to you Mael. It's okay." Cobar interrupted, as if taunting Mael. Radec turned to him, looking greatly flustered.


((We haven't had a bit of Pupuru shenanigans for a while. Plus, I want to implement more MediEvil elements in this story, I figured the graveyard would be a good time to do that.

Proper fight scenes may or may not happen in one or two chapters later. I apologize if this story bores you with dialogue. u.u; ))