At Carter's house, Carter and Veral looked at Elijah as he sat down on a chair and said," So Carter. You want to stop this whole thing with the riders? "
" Yeah. I'm sorry but can you explain how you know all of this? ",Carter asked Elijah. Elijah nodded then said," I know all I know because this is not the first time this has happened. "
" What do you mean? ",Carter asked.
" I mean that you all aren't the first people to become the riders. ",Elijah said in a calm voice. Carter and Veral became surprised then Veral asked," How is that possible? "
" See about three hundred years ago happened in Japan. Ten people had tapped into their most powerful emotions and utilized that power to benefit their country. ",Elijah began explaining.
Exposition Flash Back.
" These ten people were designated by which animal tribe they had been born from. Tranquility was from the tribe of the Falcons. ",Elijah said.
A man in a blue kimono carrying a sword that was sheathed in a shield meditated while levitated in the air. A falcon was on a branch near him.
" Rage was from the tribe of lions. They were fierce warriors. "
A man with messy long hair and wearing a tattered crimson kimono fought many people while having gloves on his hands that had claws extending from the knuckles. This man had a lion fighting alongside him.
" Hate was from the tribe of spiders. "
A woman in ninja like clothing sat on a tree branch with a black widow on her hand.
" Pride was from the tribe of snakes. "
A man sat in a throne of sorts with gold hair and a king cobra around his neck. This man looked down at someone while the snake hissed.
" Love was from the tribe of butterflies. "
A woman in a mainly white kimono that had pink flowers on it stood in a garden admiring flowers. Many butterflies passed by her but one perched on her finger.
" Envy and Fear were from the combined tribes of the owl and hyena. "
A man with a in dig or a guy around his head was sitting on a rivers shore with a woman that was wearing a dark green kimono.
" Now the last two were the odd ones of the bunch. They were from the tribe of the eagle and they were brothers. Happiness and Sadness. "
Two young men walked through a town together with the tallest wearing a white kimono and the shortest wearing a black one that had red cloud pattern on it.
" Now all of them helped their country but after a while Happiness and Sadness began to grow even more in touch with their other emotions which led them to teaching the others to transform into the rider forms we all have. This was both good and bad. It was good because it showed they all had begun to understand the level power they can achieve. "
" Why was it was bad? ",Veral asked.
" It was bad because Sadness began to crave more power so that he could become a god. ", Elijah said.
" So what happened after that? ",Carter asked. Elijah chuckled then said," After that Happiness and Sadness argued over what should happen with the new powers they acquired. "
Happiness looked at Sadness and said," You must be joking brother. "
" I am not. We all can become gods with the powers we have, so why not? ",Sadness said.
" Because we're just regular people like the villagers we all protect. ",Happiness said in a wise tone. Sadness faced his brother and yelled," We are no longer like them! We have ascended beyond them and they all know it! "
Happiness stared at his brother and said," No we are not above them. Just because we have these powers doesn't mean we're not human. We have to eat, sleep, and die just like the villagers. "
Sadness and Happiness stared at each other then Sadness stormed away from his brother.
" After that argument, Sadness decided to start a war between the riders in order for him to gain more power from the towns people's sadness. What he didn't count on was his brother interfering and being even more powerful than he previously was. ",Elijah explained.
Amidst a fight between Rage and Tranquil, Sadness watched and laughed maniacally before saying," Yes. Fight so that I may feed off these fools sadness. "
" Brother. ",Happiness said as he came up behind his brother. Sadness turned to Happiness and said," Hello there brother. Don't try to stop my ascension to godhood. "
" Brother stop this. Can't you see that you have gone mad with power?! ",Happiness said. Sadness gained a creepily sinister grin then said," I haven't gone mad my brother. I have merely realized that the future is one ruled by me, KAMEN RIDER VOID! ",Sadness said before he began to laugh psychotically and have black mist, flames, and lightning come off his body.
Happiness gritted his teeth and had rainbow colored energy come off of him before charged at his brother, who charged at him.
" As you could've expected, Happiness won the battle and regulated the warriors so there was peace once more. He didn't notice however, that sadness had gained enough energy from the random emotions that he would be able to give out these powers again. That's how we all got here. ",Elijah said.
" So this all started because of someone wanting revenge? That sucks. ",Veral said while sitting back in her seat. Carter nodded then said," Wait a sec, would it be possible for Sadness to have survived all these years and be the one that gave us all these powers? "
Elijah nodded then said," He gave you your powers but I was given mine by his brother, Happiness as was Veral. ",Elijah explained.
Veral looked at Elijah and asked," I was? "
" Yes. You were enveloped in a light when you were given your powers while Carter was given his when he asleep and in darkness. I know it's weird but what isn't weird about this whole situation. ",Elijah said.
Carter nodded then said," Okay, so now all we have to do is figure out a way to stop this all together. "
" There is no way to stop it. ",Elijah said.
" What? Why not? ",Carter asked.
" Because once someone is given these powers, they don't go away. You're gonna have to participate in order to get your wish and I'm gonna help you but first we gotta fix one problem. ",Elijah said. Carter raised an eyebrow then Elijah said," I'm gonna teach you two how to use your power. "
In the morning at Vega and Bree's house, Vega awoke and yawned before looking at his chest and seeing Bree sleeping soundly with her arms around him and the covers covering the majority of her body. Vega smiled warmly at her and thought," She looks so peaceful when she sleeps. "
Vega then slowly got out of bed and put on his pants before kissing Bree on her head and leaving. Bree stirred slightly in her sleep but didn't awaken.
In the bathroom, Vega was washing his hands then he turned the sink off and began drying his hands then looked in the mirror and saw Rage instead of his own reflection. He was startled by this then he saw Rage shift into the beastly version of itself then that began to shift as well as Vega was about to touch the mirror.
" Vega? ",Vega heard coming from the other room and he looked over his shoulder. He then looked at the mirror again and saw his own reflection. Vega scoffed then left the bathroom and turned off the light.
He entered the bedroom and stayed silent as he saw Bree pick up one of his shirts and put it onto herself, it stopping at half her thighs. Vega admired Bree's body and smirked before saying," You called for me. "
" Yeah, I was wondering why I didn't wake up and see you. ",Bree said sincerely as she turned to Vega. Vega chuckled and joked," Wow, I made you fall head over heels in love with me. Sure you wanna be with a monster like me? "
Bree chuckled then said," Well, I will. As long you're okay with being the boyfriend of a thief like me. "
Vega chuckled then walked over to the bed and sat down before leaning in and kissing Bree. Bree kissed Vega back then she pulled back and said," I'll take that as a yes. "
" We should get ready. I mean we are apart of rider games after all. ",Vega said. Bree looked at Vega and said," Maybe but I would much rather prefer doing something else. "
" Like what? ",Vega asked. Bree smiled mischievously before straddling Vega and saying," Well how about this. You and I stay here in bed then we go out and do something. "
" Ooh, that's a tempting offer. I assume that the us being in bed together will lead into sex right? ",Vega said with a cocky smirk and while putting his hand on Bree's waist. Bree grinned and said," There's a high chance of that. "
Vega and Bree laughed then Bree kissed Vega lovingly.
At Nikolai's condo ( I finally realized I was spelling his name wrong. ), Nikolai, Masumi and Victor were in the main room of the condo with injuries.
Masumi had bandages wrapped around her abdomen and she coughed then said," Ow. "
Victor had many ice packs over his body as he laid on the couch. Victor looked at Nikolai and asked," What was that thing? "
" I don't know. All I know is that it is unacceptable. I am the king so I should be the most powerful, not that monster. ",Nikolai said while grabbing his bandaged torso in pain. Masumi looked at Nikolai and asked," How are we supposed to fight that guy? I mean you saw what he became. "
" I don't know woman. I will tell you when I think of a plan, so shut your damn mouth till I say open it! ",Nikolai lashed out. Masumi and Victor nodded in fear then Victor said," Why don't we use that girl he is with? "
" What? ",Nikolai asked, genuinely curious.
" Well, they seem to really like each other so why not use that to our advantage? ",Victor said.
Nikolai gained a devious smile then said," Boy, you just said the greatest idea I ever came up with. "
Back with Bree and Vega, Vega was leaning against a wall outside a optometrist and he sighed as he looked around. Vega currently wore a green t shirt with sleeves that stopped at his elbows, black wristband, blue jeans, black boots. His hair was also slightly different with it being bangs over his forehead and not kept back like normal.
Vega looked around then stopped and stared at a family of four that was on a day out. He stared then he saw the woman, man and boy from one of his nightmares but they were perfectly fine. With them was a smaller boy with red hair, this was a younger version of Vega.
Vega gritted his teeth then said," I'm sorry. "
Bree, wore a black shoulderless crop top, ripped jeans, and boots, came out of the optometrist and asked," Why are you sorry? "
Vega immediately looked at Bree and said," Huh, i'm not sorry about anything. "
Bree looked at Vega and said," You're a shit liar sometimes ya know that? "
Vega smirked and said," You know me too well. "
" Well I should. I mean we have been living together also I am your girlfriend. ",Bree said while moving closer to the red headed man in front of her. Vega smiled while breathing heavily and said," Oh, it feels so good to hear that. "
" Yeah, but you know what's better? ",Bree said as she got directly in front of Vega and grabbed his shirt while pulling him down. She then captured Vega's lips in a kiss and he stood up straight while putting his hand on Bree's hips. The two kissed for a few minutes then Vega pulled away and said," You're right, that is better. "
" Told ya. You know you can tell me what's going on with you right? ",Bree said while putting her arms around Vega's neck. Vega looked at Bree and said," I know, i'm just not used to having someone to confide in. Hell, I usually repress all of my other emotions except rage. "
" Eh, can't blame you for that I mean look at me. However, you should tell me why you have your nightmares and why you space out so much. ",Bree said in a concerned tone. Vega sighed then said," I've been seeing my family a lot recently. "
" Your family? ",Bree asked.
" Yeah. It's more so memories or flashbacks but I see them and I can't help but feel guilty for..",Vega said while gritting his teeth. Vega let out a deep breath. " I feel guilty for their deaths. "
" Why would you feel guilty for that? ",Bree asked.
" Because I was the only one that survived a car wreck that happened and they told me to get help and I couldn't do that. ",Vega said with a shaky voice. Bree made Vega look her in the eyes then said," Hey, you did all you could. Don't beat yourself up about and be pissed. You should try to live on and honor them in someway. "
" How could I do that? ",Vega asked.
" Well for one, you could beat up a couple of assholes from your girlfriends past. ",Bree suggested. Vega began laughing and said," Nice try baby girl. " before kissing Bree on her forehead and began to walk away. Bree trailed beside him and said," Okay so maybe only like two of em. "
" It ain't gonna happen. ",Vega said with a smile. Bree playfully pushed Vega then he did the same to her. The two did this back and forth before Vega pulled Bree close to him and she hugged him close.
To Carter's group, Carter and Veral followed Elijah and Veral asked," What are we doing again? "
" Looking for Vega. ",Elijah said. Carter gained a confused look and asked," Why are we doing that? I don't even like it when i'm in the vicinity of him. "
" We are looking for him because you need to ascend in power, like he is. The only way, you can do that is if you learn how to stay calm in any situation. You know so that you match what emotion you're based off of. ",Elijah said.
" What? I'm calm in a lot of situations. ",Carter said while crossing his arms over his chest. Elijah stopped in his tracks then he looked at Carter and said," Carter, I don't plan on lying to you so I will give it to you straight. You're not calm all the time. If you were, you wouldn't be getting easily beaten every time you fight Vega. "
" H-how do you? ",Carter asked.
" I got a synopsis of everything when I got these powers. You get too caught up in disliking Vega and Nikolai that you become aggravated and that brings your power down significantly. Vega and Nikolai on the other hand, aren't out of touch with their primary emotion so they are able to keep building in power unlike you who is at a stagnate. ",Elijah explained. Carter wanted to retort but he sighed and said," What do I do? "
" You keep your cool and find Tranquility. That means stay calm even if you're around someone you don't like. ",Elijah said. Carter nodded.
Veral sighed then looked over Elijah's shoulder and saw Vega and Bree walking together. Veral touched Carter and said," There they are. "
Carter and Veral ran up to the two and said," Wait up. "
Vega and Bree turned to the two and Bree said," These two? Just when I thought we were gonna get a normal day. "
" What do you want choir boy? ",Vega said, in his usual rude tone. Carter scowled at Vega and said," I kinda need. "
" He need you to fight him. ",Elijah said as he stepped in between Carter and Veral. Bree raised an eyebrow then asked," Who's the lumberjack? "
" Elijah? ",Vega said in a stunned voice. Carter, Veral, and Bree gained questioning looks then in unison said," You guys know each other? "
" Yes. I knew his dad way back when. You've gotten taller since that day, and your hair is still that unnatural crimson color. ",Elijah said while looking at Vega. Vega scowled and Elijah then said," Well it has been twelve years since that day. A lot can happen. "
" I know. For example, you going through foster care, moving from state to state. Having to live with the pain of that day. ",Elijah said with genuine sorrow. Vega gritted his teeth then got in Elijah's face and angrily growled," Don't you dare try and make it so that you understand my pain. Don't act like you did anything to help. "
" You have all that anger trapped inside you. Just waiting to be released. ",Elijah said. Vega clenched his fist and said," I'm about to release some of it on that goddamn face of yours. "
Bree got in between Vega and Elijah, looked at Vega, and said," Baby, calm down. "
Vega looked at Bree and said," Be lucky that I have a reason to stay calm. "
Bree then turned to Elijah and held a combat knife to his throats before saying," You better stop riling him up because the second he tries to kill you, I join in. "
" Miss, please remove that knife from my throat before I have to do something I will regret, ",Elijah said calmly. Vega immediately got to Bree's side and said," You touch her, I burn you. " as he ignited his hands with his flames.
Elijah sighed then backed away from the two and said," Your turn Carter. "
Carter looked at Elijah and said," You want me to do that? "
" What the hell? ",Bree and Vega said in confusion, with Vega becoming more angry. Elijah stepped back and said," You're gonna fight both of them right now. Don't worry I will intervene when I have to. "
" This is a very odd teaching method dude. ",Carter said.
" It is odd but it is effective. Now go. ",Elijah said. Veral was about to step up but Elijah shook his head at her and she stayed in place. Carter walked up to the duo in front of him and said," Come on guys. Let's fight. "
" You understand anything that's going on right now? ",Vega asked while looking at Bree.
" Nope but this does give you an excuse to hit Carter. ",Bree said. Vega gained a wicked smirk and said," Now that is something I like to hear. "
" Okay, this is gonna be tough. ",Carter said.
Suddenly, gold lightning struck all around the group of people then Envy appeared behind Vega and Bree before stabbing them in the back with syringes. Vega stumbled a bit then turned to Envy and said," You little bitch. " before passing out along with Bree. Carter and Veral saw this and Carter ran towards Envy only to get shot in the shoulder by Fear and fall to the ground. Pride walked up from behind Veral, who he punched in the back making her fall down.
" I do apologize for doing this in such a uncivilized manor but I'm not particularly fond of these two mongrels. ",Pride said as he turned on his heel and faced Carter, Veral, and Elijah. Pride motioned for Envy and Fear to leave and they did just that while taking the unconscious couple with them.
" Let them go Nikolai. ",Carter said while getting up. Nikolai pushed Carter down then said," Sorry but those two need to be taught a lesson. Besides a kings word is law. "
Elijah walked in front of Carter and said," You must be Nikolai Garrison, just as I expected you to be. A spoiled brat that believes he rules all. "
" Oh look a new peasant has arrived in my kingdom. One who already seeks to be an enemy. ",Pride said as he summoned his crossbow.
Elijah simply looked at Pride before saying," Transform. " and having his eyes glow green. Elijah was then adorned in Orange armor
Elijah's armor was very bulky on the torso with shoulder pads that resembled bulls heads. His shin guards were big with the kanji for earth on them. Elijah's under suit was a dark shade of orange with a crack like pattern along it that was colored green. Elijah's helmet was orange and had a green visor in the shape of the kanji for earth and he had two curved horns on the helmet making bull horns.
" I am Kamen Rider Courage and I will be your opponent. ",Elijah, now known as Courage, said while summoning a battle that had green cloth wrapped around it, a silver edged black blade, and a orange jewel in the center of the blade.
Courage readied his axe as Pride aimed his crossbow.
To be continued...
