The three Brides stood on top of the trees overlooking a path that went through the forest, Touka and Talia were on one side and Nyx was on the other, they rested on the branches while waiting for their target. Even with the calmness of the situation, they felt uneasy, they had no idea where Mare was, Albedo was hiding somewhere on the ground probably behind a tree, this lack of caution was unnerving them. The only one that wasn't worrying them was Shalltear, she was sitting on a tree next to Nyx, at first this was surprising to them but taking into account that she did spend some time with Alucard, she must have picked this up from him.

[We should have come alone.] Touka remarked

This way of communication was similar to Message, it was limited to the Brides, as it worked for those who wore small hear pieces created by Alucard just for himself and his unit.

[You sound worried, Touka.] Talia said

[Seeing Albedo hiding behind trees like an idiot is unnerving.]

[There is no need to worry. We are expecting small fry, but I understand what you say, it goes against everything Alucard-sama thought us.]

[Someone's approaching.] Nyx informed

The Brides attention went to the path, a group was making its way towards them, immediately they recognized the two people leading them, it was Ainz and Narberal, with them was some kind of large animal and behind them a group of humans.

[How should we proceed?] Touka asked

[Let's see what Ainz-sama decided upon. But if we don't get any orders against it, the humans won't get pass the front, so I will take their left side, Touka will take the right and Nyx will take the back.]

[Got it.] Touka replied

[Understood.] Nyx replied

"Hey! You fellows hiding over there. Come out slowly!" one of the humans shouted in the direction of the tree Albedo was hiding behind

Touka facepalmed, what a failure, it wasn't her place to question their ruler's decisions but why would anyone bring her along when she had no skills when it came to stealth. When Albedo revealed her presence to the humans, it only further stunned Touka, even if there was no danger why would someone do that? She could have tried to sneak away, or get the human to approach and take him out right there.

[Touka, calm yourself.] Talia said

What followed was Ainz, showing these humans that having decided to follow him would turn out to be the greatest and last mistake they would ever make.

"So then… Albedo, Brides, get rid of them. Only capture one man...no, catch one more to act

as backup. Interference has already been activated, so you can rest assured that there

will be no use of magic communication."

Even if they continued to listen to Ainz's words, they had their orders, leave but two of them alive, it was child's play to them. The vampires emerged from the trees landing around the group, the men turned around panicking, not only were they before this Albedo but now three others had appeared completely surrounding them.

The Brides had small rectangles in their hands, they were made from pure silver a very dangerous thing for a vampire to have around, with one simple motion a long blade emerged from the rectangles, now they looked like sabers. Had it been only Albedo, perhaps one could have escaped the slaughter, but faced with these numbers there was no chances of escaping. Ainz had expected some drama from this, perhaps someone would run away and had to be chased, he was not expecting the efficiency of Alucard's creations. While Albedo killed but one man, they killed the rest then knocked out the two that were to be taken back.

"Good work all of you. Mare, Shalltear." Ainz spoke, prompting the elf to emerge from behind a tree and Shalltear to jump down to their side

"Mare, if you will, take them back to Nazarik."

"U-Understood, Alucard-sama." he said, with a bow

"Ainz-sama what…what is that thing clutching onto the hem of your cloak?" Albedo asked looking at Hamsuke

"This is Hamsuke. It is sort of like my pet."

"What! This thing managed to obtain the most coveted position of Nazarick?!"

"...Huh? ...Ah, Hamsuke. This person is my loyal Albedo, in charge of managing my residence, the Great Tomb of Nazarick. She is also your superior. Do greet her."

"Just as master said, this humble servant is Hamsuke. Please take care of me from now on, Albedo-sama."

"...Pleased to meet you too, Hamsuke."

Talia watched on as they made what in her opinion was small talk, her head was clear and her body was primed, but in the back of her head she just wanted to tell them to move along and that this was not the time to be discussing such things.

[Thing looks like a giant hamster.] Touka laughed

[I think it's cute.] Nyx said

[Whatever it is, it's wasting our time.] Talia growled

[Ainz-sama, could order us to patrol the area, that would be fun.] Touka said

"Brides." his words, caugh their attention

"Yes, Ainz-sama!?" they asked, kneeling

"…Go on ahead and scout the surrounding area for enemies. If you find any, retreat and inform the others."

They nodded, before jumping into the tree tops and vanishing, leaving Ainz alone with Albedo and Shalltear.

"W-What shall I do, Ainz-sama?" the vampire asked

"Follow us."

"As you wish."

It didn't take long for them to arrive at the vast clearing, almost in the middle of it was the reason that they were here, the second remaining member of Ainz Ooal Gown, Alucard. Ainz took several heavy steps towards him, he was unsure of what he could do or what he should do, even if the hood obstructed his comrades eyes he feared that they were lifeless.

"Let's stop here."

He didn't want to risk getting any closer, if indeed the mind control had not fully taken a hold of him one could not determine what would happen once they got close. With luck, nothing would happen and they could even transport him back to Nazarik, or he could attack at the smallest sign of provocation.

"Alucard-san."

No response came, he couldn't say he was surprised, what he was going to do next would depend on the information the Brides brought back, if enemies were still in the area he couldn't risk losing anyone else. Shortly after the vampires returned, they kneeled to his left and waited to receive the order to speak.

"Report."

"We have scanned the area, there are no signs of enemy combatants, not even in hiding." Talia informed

That was good, he now had some time to decide if the plan he had come up with would be the one he would use. World Items were a precious thing, that were used to guard Nazarik, the idea of having to mobilize them was not that appealing, indeed he wanted to help Alucard, but he also did not want to risk weakening Nazarik's defenses at a time like this. His final decision was a harsh one, however he couldn't think of any other way, Ainz turned towards Shalltear.

"Shalltear, I have something to ask of you." his tone was somber

"Yes, Alucard-sama? I will do anything you ask of me."

"Wear down, Alucard-san." Shalltear froze in place, her grip on the music box tightened

"If I am correct, he will only react if threatened. I need you to wear him down, till I return."

"Ainz-sama, may I ask something?" Talia spoke

Ainz didn't want this, he did not want to explain to Alucard's creations that in order to free Alucard from the effects of the item he was pretty much planning to kill him and was going to use Shalltear as a means of making it easier for him to deliver the killing blow.

"You may."

"Is the plan to kill Alucard-sama?"

"It is." he could see the vampires bodies become tense

"T-Then allow us too, to wear him down."

"Absolutely not. Had things been different I would be fighting him by myself. But since Shalltear wants to correct her mistakes, I feel that this is the most appropriate way for her to do so."

"You can count on me, Ainz-sama. I, Shalltear Bloodfallen, will give my life for the greater good of…" Ainz spoke over here

"You fool! What do you think you are saying!?" he roared in anger, just to have his emotions quickly suppressed

"Is everything all right, Ainz-sama?" Albedo asked

"Shalltear, I don't want you to fight him to the death, I simply wish for you to wear him down. Alucard-san is not an opponent that you must face to the death, if you are to make any progress you must fight him with the intention to live on. Understood?"

"Y-Yes, Ainz-sama." Shalltear replied, his words having touched her heart

"Brides, continue surveilling the area. I and Albedo will return to Nazarik. Do not worry, I will send some forces to help secure the area and I plan to return as soon as I am able." Ainz turned towards Albedo, but stopped mid motion and looked back at the Brides

"No matter what he may say, at this moment Alucard-san is to be treated like an enemy."

"As you wish." they said

He and Albedo left shortly after, leaving the female vampires alone before Alucard, Shalltear looked down at the music box and opened it, this time no music came out since it wasn't turned on.

"Shalltear-sama, it would be best if you went all out from the very start." Talia suggested

"I know." she replied, in a monotone

"Then we will be on our way."

Shalltear now stood alone in the face of her soon to be opponent, a crimson aura began to emerge from her body, she placed the music box on the floor and let herself be swallowed by it. When the aura dispersed into small particles, before becoming nothing, she was now wearing armor, from it flapped two angle like wings and in her right hand rested the Divine Item, Spuit Lance. Placing her weapon aside for a moment she picked up the music box and placed it in Random, so that it would play without her having to go and search for the next song, after a moment of silence it began.

Fullmetal Alchemist Brotherhood Envy Revealed

Taking a deep breath, she lunged at her target, this was nothing close of madness Shalltear had no hopes of possibly being able to defeat Alucard in close quarters combat, however if she was to remain at a long range she feared her attacks would fail given his speed. Stretching out her right arm she readied her lance, getting close enough to her target she brought it down with no signs of restraint.

A massive dust cloud erupted into the sky, Shalltear quickly jumped back not wanting to be caught in the middle, her feet touched the ground and she felt herself bumping into something. Her heart skipped a beat, there was no mistake about what was behind her, making a 180 degree turn she once more failed to hit him with her lance.

"Sloppy, are we?" Alucard hissed, now standing several feet in front of her

"To think that I would have to kill you, Shalltear." he mused, his hand reaching into his inventory

"W-Why kill me?" Shalltear asked, of course if the mind control wasn't a factor having attacked a Supreme Being would be the answer

"Why?..." Alucard froze

That was a good question, why was he considering killing over this, her attacks were childlike at best with not killing intent behind him. There should be no reason for him to want to reply in such a violent manner, his mind went blank then new thoughts formed in the place of his doubts. I have to defend myself, Shalltear is the strongest Guardian if she attacked, perhaps she was at first testing my strength, taking her power into account not going all out would be a fatal mistake.

"You attacked me, Shalltear. That is reason enough." he replied, taking out a small figurine from his inventory

Bleach - B07A

"What an appropriate choice of music." Alucard chuckled, a grin coming over his face as he crushed the item in his hand

Suddenly he was engulfed by a blinding light, it was so bright that Shalltear was forced to cover her eyes something that could prove deadly in her current situation. Luckily the glow died down just a second later, her attention went back to her opponent and her eyes widened with surprise, Alucard now stood before her in his Blood Armor.

In truth, the item that Alucard had used, allowed one to change their current step up during battle, having used it Alucard replaced his armor that was design for stealth with one more suited for combat, something he would need against Shalltear.

"Now Shalltear…" the Supreme Being paused, as if trying to remember something

"Do not allow yourself to be shaken. Do not weaken your stance. Open your senses. And do not let your guard down for an instant."

Alucard lunged at her, Shalltear had always been proud of her speed but now she feared it, the being that lunged towards her had easily matched her top speed and had already drawn his blade. Instinctually, she placed her lance in the way, using it to block a downwards slash from Alucard, however this strategy left her left side unprotected an opening that the male vampire quickly tried to exploit.

"Fireball."

Hunter x Hunter 2011 - Gyakujuuji no Otoko

The projectile emerged from her left hand, this was a desperate attempt to gain some distance from him, it worked as Alucard jumped back avoiding the blast. Shalltear shook her head, she had to calm down, Ainz was counting on her to do this she could not let her fears and insecurities weigh her down.

"This thing is heavy…Restricts my movements…"

Shalltear managed to hear him mumble this, ignoring the fact that even with this restriction he was still able to achieve such speed, she knew that this would work in her favor since he was limited. Once more she charged at him, this time going in for a straight jab with her lance, Alucard did not move he simply sheathed his blade took his stance and waited. Ignoring the strange reaction she augmented her speed, when the tip of the lance was just a few feet from Alucard he finally reacted. Ducking, under the incoming lance, and quickly drew his blade, Shalltear flapped her wings in reply trying to distance herself from him. With one large push the Guardian managed to get away from the blade, saving herself from any serious damage, yet it did not save her armor from getting a scratch made across the chest.

Alucard sheathed his katana once more and looked up at Shalltear who was floating above him, he could not help but feel proud of her. That lance was in no way optimal for nimble movement but she was doing a pretty good job using it to attack and defend against him. Not only that but she also seemed to have good control over her armor, being able to use her wings as soon as his blade get too close. Surely this was great talent if he had ever seen it, something that could become truly terrifying if it was nourished, then why did she attack him, why did he feel the overwhelming urge to kill her?

"Are you not going to come back down, Shalltear?"

"My apologies, Alucard-sama. But I feel safer up here."

"Is that so?"

Bleach - Treachery

"Do you know the name of my armor?" Alucard asked

He looked up at Shalltear, and at that moment their eyes meet, the female vampire couldn't help but feel a chill going down her spine when she saw the weak glow decorating them.

"Blood Armor."

"Also, known as Flesh Armor. This is one of many armors, based upon creatures, they allow the user to display certain of the characteristics of that creature." a large grin came over him

The armor began to make cracking noises and wet squishy sounds as if flesh being torn apart, blood erupted from the back as the wings that were depicted on the back burst forward. Two imposing wings now flapped weakly from the armor, that wasn't the end of it, the image of the dragon's head began to move up from the chest towards the head. It was a fleshy crystal like mass, that wrapped itself around Alucard's head, a helmet formed around it, two horns emerged from the top, the front was now the beast's jaws and the eyes were covered by red lenses.

"Let's continue, shall we?"

With a powerful flap of his wings Alucard charged at Shalltear, the female vampire prepared herself for impact and used Greater Teleportation, she appeared right on top of Alucard and brought her lance down on him. The Supreme Being placed his katana in front of him, placing his left hand on the tip of the blade using it take the blow, he felt like he was at a disadvantage here. Most likely Shalltear had more experience fighting in the air and using her wings than he, now that he was in this body, Alucard soon found himself being pushed back towards the ground. Of course, he wasn't finished, looking up at the female vampire he unleashed a stream of blue flames from his helmets jaws, Shalltear had no time to react taking the hit head on.

Alucard flew backwards waiting for Shalltear to make her next move, the female vampire appeared behind him most likely after having used Greater Teleportation again. Alucard easily moved to the left avoiding her attack, taking a moment to analyze the damage his flames had done to her he could see her armor covered in scorch marks but her face was intact.

"I see you managed to put up some kind of defense at the last moment. Not bad."

"You humble me with your words, Alucard-sama."

Hunter x Hunter 2011- Ansatsu Ikka no Yakata

"Shi. Cyclone!" Alucard said

"Force Sanctuary."

A barrier of holy light surrounded Shalltear, although she could not attack it would completely block her opponent's attacks. She could only hope it would hold out against this attack, to be honest Shalltear had no idea of what Alucard's techniques were, she knew he was very proficient with a sword and had heard of some of the blades abilities, however she lacked any true knowledge on them.

"Are you going to try ant attack me?" the question made her heart skip a beat

"Your attack was what started all of this. And now you can't even land a blow on me… How disappointing, what would Peroroncino think? That perverted bastard, truly was useless, he was always saying "H games this…" and "H games that…", in the end even after he left he continues to only hinder Nazarik. The so called strongest Guardian, what a joke."

Shalltear gritted her teeth, her eyes began to flare with new found anger, insults against her she could take all day, but someone bad mouthing her creator she wouldn't allow. The barrier shattered out of her own free will, ignoring how wasteful it was to destroy it, Shalltear charged, her right arm stretched to the side. Alucard simply took his stance and waited, he normally wasn't one to throw out insults but her lack of commitment to their battle was getting on his nerves, seeing that his tactic had worked pleased him greatly.

Alucard moved when Shalltear got close enough to him, he attempted to stab her with his blade, however she turned clockwise hitting his right side with her lance, the strength behind the attack was enough to send him flying. Shalltear wasn't done, she teleported in front of him and brought her weapon down on the Supreme Being sending him crashing into the ground, she followed this by flying downwards at full force with the intention of impaling him through the back.

"Not good enough!" her opponent proclaimed, turning into his Mist Form

Shalltear was caught off guard, her lance went through the ground to the point she couldn't easily remove it, which meant she was open to attack. Alucard went back to his physical form and attacked, Shalltear tried to use Force Sanctuary but it was too late.

"Shi. Trick Spear!" the female vampire let out a painfilled hiss as she felt something go through her right shoulder

"Shi. Vertical Slash!"

From the Guardian's point of view it was as if time had stopped, one moment her right arm was attached to her body, the other it was gone and her body collapsed on the ground from the sudden shock.

Hunter x Hunter (2011) - Restriction and Pledge

"That became unavoidable when you decided to hold back." Alucard said, at the moment he truly sounded like a mentor

"I understand that fighting your superior is always a frightening thing, I've been there myself so I can imagine what you must feel. However, if you are the one initiating things, you better come at me with a 100%, or you will get burned, Shalltear Bloodfallen."

The female vampire staggered back to her knees, she rammed her fist into the ground using her arm as a crutch to lift herself back up, she was going to die there was no doubt about it. Looking at the bloodthirsty eyes of the Supreme Vampire, she wondered if he knew of his current condition, since his voice in no way matched the look he was giving her. Perhaps she could use some attack and distance herself from him, but as she was now stood there with no arm, the sudden realization came to her not only was her body damage but also her morale. The fact that he stood at a level comparable to a god, the fact that her mind had already been shaken by what had happened so far, and the fact she saw herself as guilty for what had happened to Alucard, made her truly unfit to handle this situation.

Shalltear let out a weak laugh as these thoughts flooded her mind, the executioners blade shined under the sunlight, and the glow coming from behind the lenses intensified she let go of her will to live. How pitiful of her to have fallen so far from grace, perhaps it was for the best to be killed here by the hands of the man she failed to protect.

"Any last words?" Alucard asked, stopping in front of her and raising his blade

"I offer you my greatest apologies, for failing to fulfill my role as a Guardian and protect you, Alucard-sama."

Alucard felt his heart waver, what was he doing, why was she on her knees and he ready to end her life this was not what he wanted to do. Again his mind went blank and new feelings emerged, she has to learn her lesson for attacking me and not taking me seriously. The vampire stopped these thoughts when he sensed someone approaching them at high speeds, Alucard jumped back just in time to avoid whatever had crashed in-between him and Shalltear.

When the small cloud of dust settled, Touka and Talia stood in his way, Alucard couldn't help but let out an annoyed his, why was everyone deciding to act erratically first Shalltear attacked him and now they stopped him from killing her.

"We ask you to stand down, Alucard-sama. Or we will have to use force." Talia announced, the glow in his eyes flared

"You dare…"

[Do it.] Talia ordered

Alucard didn't get to finish his sentence, someone fell on his shoulders from the weight and those present he took it to be Nyx, the young vampire held in her hands a silver dagger which she proceeded to bring down and ram into his right eye before removing it and jumping to her sister's side.

"My greatest apologies, Alucard-sama." she said with a bow

He was beyond livid, his left hand went to his helmet touching the damaged lens, his good eye went to the dagger Nyx still had in her hand, it was one that he had given them, it could detach the blade at three points. Seeing that it was missing the tip, and the blade was made of silver, he could only conclude they wanted to blind him and stop his regeneration, since silver was one of his weakness.

Bleach – Number one

"Shalltear-sama stand back, we will handle this." Talia announced, drawing her saber

"What!? What will you three do that I couldn't!?"

"Our minds are not clouded, by our mistakes."

"And can you be quiet, I love this song." Touka growled back

[Touka use your speed and attack the legs, try to reduce Alucard-sama's speed. Nyx you will focus on the upper body. Remember to first weaken the armor, attack the joints since those are the weakest part of it outside the lenses. When the joint is sufficiently weakened, use the daggers, and leave the whole blade in the body, we want to reduce his moments as much as possible. I will use my strength and try to keep him distracted.] Talia said, the others nodded and drew their sabers

Talia rushed in first, the others used their greater speed to vanish from sight, Alucard let out a primal roar and charged at the older Bride bringing his blade down on her, Talia placed her saber in front taking head on the full force of the blow. Even with her strength, she couldn't help but be pushed back by the momentum behind his blade, however she had to admit that it was strangely sloppy, she did not expect the missing eye to affect him this much. The reason he was acting like that was not because of pain, it was because Alucard no longer felt in command of his own body, his mind was a simple spectator while his body was being controlled by some other force.

Alucard felt desperate, he had no way to communicate and no way to command his body, it reached the point the body was no longer on autopilot and simply stood there taking his brides hits. A combined blow from Nyx and Talia sent his helmet flying and sent him crashing into the ground, in his mind Alucard knew this was it he was at their mercy whatever came next was unavoidable. At least his Brides weren't holding anything back, even if he was currently unable to move, he could see they weren't holding back in their attacks, this made him somewhat feel at peace.

"What now?" Touka asked looking over Alucard's body, she was to his right side

"I don't want to do this." Nyx said to his left, holding back her tears

"We have our orders from, Ainz-sama." Talia remarked, using her left hand to clean the tears already rolling down her cheeks

Talia was standing over him, she raised her saber over her head, the target her creator's neck if she severed the head it should result in the most painless and quickest death possible.

Bleach - What Can You See In Their Eyes

Something one would think physically impossible happened, Alucard went from his laying position to standing behind Talia, he had jumped clean over her, the Brides quickly turned back to face the supposedly beaten enemy but were not ready for what meet their gazes. As soon as Talia turned back, she felt her master's teeth sink into her left shoulder, her eyes widened with shock and horror at such animalistic action. Her attention went to his one glowing eye, that was partially covered by his hair, in it was a completely deranged and savage look, in that moment she knew that what stood before her wasn't Alucard.

Touka and Nyx tried to attack, but the fiend's reflexes were too keen he jumped away from them, as he did so his armor fell into pieces on the floor, when he landed his clothing was reduced to his shorts. From his injured right eye the piece of silver dropped, and it began to heal, other small cuts that covered his body from his Brides attacks also began to heal, his body became elongated and thinner. His fingers also grew longer and thinner, along with his claws, the teeth in his mouth turned into needles, his mouth became rounder and a large tongue sprung out from it. Before the three Brides and Shalltear, now stood the real form of the True Vampire Alucard, it was more beast now than man, but it was under no circumstances to be underestimated as things that once held him back were now gone.