Chapter 3: The Day of the Not-So-Living Monsters Called Risen

"Our story continues as Chrom and his Sheperds travel north to Regna Ferox, hoping to seek an alliance with the Kahn."

"So what is Regna Ferox like, Chrom?"

"Well, I've only been there once, but from what I can tell you, it's really cold. Like, freezing cold."

"Well, that doesn't sound very pleasant at all. How do the people live up there?"

"They eventually get used to it. You will too, after spending some time there."

Just then, Frederick rode up to them.

"Milord, there appears to be someone up ahead. Shall we go and see who- or what it is?"

"Yes. Let's go, Robin!"

The three then sprinted off towards the figure.

As they approached the figure, however, they noticed that something was wrong; This person had red glowing eyes and skin that appeared to be rotting.

The figure lunged toward Robin, but was impaled on Frederick's spear.

"Thanks, Frederick!"

"Damn! I missed!"

"What are you talking about, Frederick?"

"Milord, I was aiming for Robin!"

Robin was stunned.

"W-why me?"

"I dunno. Probably because I hate you."

All of a sudden, Frederick was bonked on the head.

"Frederick! Don't you dare hurt Robin! Or I'll do it again, only harder!"

"B-but, Milady, I-"

"No excuses, Frederick! Apologize now!"

Frederick then turned to Robin with an obviously sheepish look on his face.

"Sorry, Sir Robin. I don't know what came over me."

"Its fine, Frederick. Just don't do that again please."

However, before they could continue, an unknown warrior ran up to them, with a look of worry on his face.

"Chrom! Quick question! Have you seen my axe anywhere? I think I lost it again!"

"Good lord, Vaike. It's a wonder you still have your head, the way you lose things. I'll help you look for it."

With that, Chrom, Vaike and Frederick were gone, leaving only Robin and Lissa.

"So, Robin, we're all alone now."

"Yeah, I guessed as much."

The awkwardness in the air was nearly as thick as pea soup, as the two couldn't think of anything to say to each other.

Robin couldn't help but notice that Lissa was twirling her hair, and for no perceivable reason, Robin found himself staring at her.

She noticed, and became visibly flustered.

"W-why are you staring at me, Robin? I mean, I'm not going to complain about it, but, to be honest, I find it a bit odd."

Robin didn't even notice, but when he did; his cheeks became a deep shade of red, and turned away.

"I-I have no idea. I guess I was just staring off into space."

At that moment, however, Chrom and the others appeared, running towards them at great speed.

"Robin! Lissa! Are you two alright?"

"Yeah, we're fine, Chrom. Why?"

"We found the Risen that Emm was talking about."

"Where!?"

"About 2 miles north from here."

"Well, what are we doing just standing around, then? Let's go!"

"Agreed!"

The five of them then rushed to the battlefield.

There, they were joined by several people.

One was a knight clad in green armor. He had brown hair, with a cowlick right in the front. He wielded a sword much like Robin's old sword.

Right beside the green haired horseman was another knight, though she had red armor instead of green. She had spiky red hair and wielded a lance that was made of bronze.

He also saw a blue haired archer, whose name was apparently Virion. According to Chrom, Virion was a nobleman from god knows where. What Chrom didn't tell him, though, is that Virion was a relentless philanderer, hitting on nearly every woman he saw, including Lissa.

Robin became so infuriated over this that he had half a mind to slap him, but he decided against it, as he deduced that Virion was a fantastic marksman.

Finally, to his right, he noticed Vaike, the warrior that had lost his axe earlier. He was now cleaning said axe, in preparation for battle. He had blonde hair that was pulled back. Robin noticed, however, that Vaike wore very little armor. Robin had therefore deduced that Vaike was not very smart. He was, however a very reliable ally.

All of a sudden, the Risen appeared out of nowhere, and charged towards them.

Vaike responded with a loud battle cry and the first battle between The Sheperds and The Risen began.

It was awesome.

End of Chapter 4