Survivor of the 66

Chapter 10

Secret Challengers?

Team Silver

The night came and gone. The crack of dawn brought a flock of birds that flew in the distance away. Beerus's ears perked at the subtle sound. Not of the activity from overhead, but rather the sound of sand being crashed under foot. Aware of someone approaching Beerus opened his eyes. He gazed into the distance afar to discover it was none other than Superman. He said nothing, waiting patiently for the visitor who continued to approach.

In short time Superman found his way over. Bowing his head Superman proceeded to speak. "Good morning, captain."

"To what do I owe the visit?" asked Beerus.

"It's about yesterday," Superman began. "I just wanted to let you know, I had a word with Robin about his behavior. I stressed to him not only the importance of team, but also respecting his peers. This is unfamiliar territory for us all. Hopefully there won't be any further problems going forward."

"A shared sentiment," Beerus responded.

Superman smiled. "That's good to know."

"There is something I wish to inquire," Beerus said. "You're fast, and notably strong. Would I be right in assuming you are not a human?"

Superman nodded. "That would be correct. I am from a planet that was known as Krypton," Superman revealed. "I was sent to planet Earth shortly after my birth."

"That explains your uniqueness from the other humans from your world."

"Was there anything else you wished to ask of me?"

"No no, that is all," Beerus replied. "If I have anything further to ask you will be sure to hear from me."

He nodded. It was at that moment that Superman took eye to something sitting at Beerus's side. It looked like a scroll. "What's that? I don't remember Beerus having that before." Should he inquire on the matter? Ultimately Superman chose not to. He then turned to walk away, as he did Superman heard his captain's voice once more.

"Oh yes, there is one final thing I wanted to ask of you," said Beerus.

Superman stopped in his step. "What is it?"

Reaching for his pocket Beerus held up a small 'R' shaped device. "I was wondering if you would be educated on what this might be."

Beerus held it out for Superman to take. Now in hand Superman examined it. "It appears to be some kind of tracking device. Possibly even one that allows someone to hear anything you say from a distance." Superman looked back at him. "Where did you find this?"

"It was attached to the side of my leg," informed Beerus.

"Attached?"

"It was. By that boy in the mask, what was his name again.. oh yes, Robin."

Superman's fists clinched after learning this. "When?"

"Within five minutes of this team fully being assembled yesterday," Beerus relayed. "He didn't just place one on me, but everyone who wasn't you. I must admit he moves rather swiftly, so much in fact I am uncertain if even Piccolo realized one of those tracers was placed on him."

Superman immediately crushed the device in hand. "This is an unacceptable act. I will see to it that all remaining tracers that Robin planted on everyone are disposed of." Superman turned away once again, stopping after only taking a step. "Captain.."

"Yes?"

"Would you mind keeping all of this just between the two of us?" Superman asked. "I'd like to avoid any animosity that could come of this. In return I'll make sure there aren't any further problems."

Beerus nodded. "Those terms seem acceptable, you have an agreement."

In the snap of a second Superman was gone, leaving Beerus to ponder on his own. "So, he's from a planet known as Krypton.. interesting."

….

Team Blue

It was thought to have been all a dream; Bat-Mite, the challengers from different universes, the game of survival. Masumi Sera had fallen asleep, awaking to find that she was still on an island of unknown. Could it be that she was indeed living a reality? Where was she now? Looking to all that surrounded her, everything began to come back. "That's right.. I came here because I wanted to distance myself from everyone else."

How long had she been out for? Could the others have possibly forgotten about her? Masumi had yet to hear any commotion from any of the others. This prompted her to ease up from the tree she sat against.

"I don't hear anyone.. could it be that they have left this island altogether?" Peaking around the corner of the large tree Masumi came to find the majority of her teammates gathered together a distance away. "So they're all still here."

"Aren't you tired of being alone?"

Startled by a voice, Masumi immediately jumped to her feet. "Who's there?!"

"Don't be alarmed, it's just me." In a moments time someone appeared from behind the tree.

"You, you're…?"

"Sailor Moon," captain of Team Blue reminded. "Masumi Sera, right?"

Masumi responded by placing her hands onto her hips. "How long were you behind there?"

"Not long."

There was now an unimpressed look to be found on her face. "What do you want?"

"What do I want?" Sailor Moon said. "I want you to join the rest of us. You shouldn't be here alone."

"What I do should not concern you."

"Of course it should, we're part of the same team." Sailor Moon smiled. ".. I guess the real question to ask, Sera-chan, what do you want?"

Unexpectedly the two would be joined by another. "I hate to interrupt."

The two looked off to the side to find who had appeared.

"Bat-Mite," Sailor Moon said. She was surprised to see him.

"Hello there beautiful," Bat-Mite winked. "I come with news."

…

Team Red

There was very little interaction to find. Most everyone sitting within the group did so in silence. Saguru's stood off to the side alone, keeping eye on everyone from where he stood beside a pair of bushes. Of those who were present, it was only; Goten, Bulma, Mr. Satan, Renet, Red Robin, and himself. The question was where was everyone else?

Wonder Woman had ventured off the previous evening, and had yet to return. The pair from Dimension Moon left the group almost as soon as they arrived on the island. Then there was Nami and Nico Robin who had also departed.

"Where have they all gone? This is certainly something that has my curiosity. Could it be that they're all out there plotting?" There was no doubt in Saguru's suspicion. "What could they all possibly have to gain by traveling alone? Furthermore this team's captain has yet to reappear; it's been several hours since Wonder Woman's departure. Could it be that she encountered some kind of trouble?"

Not a moment after having these thoughts cloud Saguru looked over his shoulder to find both Sailor Jupiter and Tuxedo Kamen walking toward him.

"Well look who finally decided to come back," Renet said being the second to spot the pair.

Tuxedo Kamen looked over everyone before speaking. "Where are the two from Dimension Sea and the captain?"

Red Robin turned to face him. "Nico and Nami both left shortly after you two did yesterday. As I am sure you both felt, this island might have experienced an earthquake of some kind. It was after that occurred that Wonder Woman decided to go and look for you all, to assure everyone's safety of course." Red Robin looked over the two with a new intent in his eyes. "So, where were you guys anyway? We never expected you two would be gone that long, let alone all night."

"We had something we needed to discuss," replied Tuxedo Kamen.

"And what might that have been? If you don't mind me asking.."

Tuxedo Kamen's eyes squinted. "It was a personal matter."

Red Robin could see the disconnect in his face. Tuxedo Kamen was withholding something, but what?

There was tension to be felt. Not a single person who was present could deny this. Hoping to brighten the mood Renet stepped up.

"Hey guys," Renet said raising a hand. "Who is ready to start discussing team strategy? If we want to be the best we should have a plan going forward."

"That's all well and said," Mr. Satan agreed. "But what exactly would we be planning for? It's not like we know what challenges Bat-Mite will put in front of us."

"Oh yah, you're right. Hmmmmmm." Renet brought a hand to her chin as she thought about that very fact.

"Before worrying about making plan our top priority should be going to find the three remaining members of this team," Bulma stated. "There's no telling what could be out there. If you all recall Bat-Mite did mention there would be outside obstacles."

"Speaking of which," Saguru began as he faced Tuxedo Kamen and Sailor Jupiter. "While the two of you roamed the island, did you by any chance happen to come across anything one would deem.. unusual?"

The pair shared a quick glance before Jupiter replied to the asked. "No, I can't say that we did. Everything seemed pretty normal."

"Is that right?" Saguru was not convinced.

"So what are we waiting for?" Renet questioned. "Let's go find the others."

"Did you already forget, we have no idea what's out there," Bulma reminded. "Besides, why waste our time searching when we can track them from here."

This came as a surprise. "You have a way for tracking everyone?" Sailor Jupiter questioned. "How?"

Bulma smiled. "Not me, him," Bulma replied pointing into the direction of a sleeping Goten who lied on his back a short distance away.

There was now a puzzled look to be found on Renet's face. "Umm, and how will he be able to track the others exactly?"

"It's simple," Bulma said holding up a single finger. "He can sense them."

"He can what?" Tuxedo Kamen questioned.

Leafs being crushed under foot carried with the wind was heard in that instance. "You guys hear that?" Mr. Satan questioned. "Someone is coming."

The sound came for a second time. "He's right, it's coming from that direction," Sailor Jupiter pointed.

Soon three familiar faces appeared from the depths of the island. "Well if it isn't the trio who were the topic of discussion," Saguru remarked upon seeing them.

"I apologize for my late return," Wonder Woman conveyed to all.

"What happened out there? We weren't expecting you'd be gone that long," Red Robin admitted.

"It's complicated," Wonder Woman simply put.

Though Mr. Satan didn't notice it at first, when Wonder Woman neared he noticed what appeared to be a scroll in her left hand. "Hey Captain, what's that you're holding?"

Now in manageable distance of everyone, Wonder Woman stopped along with Nami and Nico before answering just that. "It is an invitation."

"Invitation?"

…..

Team Pink

Just like he had done the previous day Michelangelo gathered all members of his team.

"Alright, everyone had a full night to think of something to write," Michelangelo said. "Now it's time for everyone to turn their answers in to the teacher."

Buu rubbed the top of his head in confusion. "What guy teacher?"

Smiling brightly, Michelangelo pointed to himself. "That would be yours truly."

"How you teacher when you captain?" Buu was now confused.

"Yohohohoh, a teacher captain!" Brook laughed.

Lex couldn't help but place a palm over his face. "I'm surrounded by idiots."

Sailor Neptune was the first to hand her slip of paper to Michelangelo. Trunks followed. Lex came next, reluctantly handing his piece of paper over to the captain. "I don't see the point in any of this," Luther huffed under his breath.

After jotting his answer down Buu happily walked over to hand his over as well.

"Here is mine," said Brook.

"I'll take that," replied Michelangelo who accepted the folded piece.

Not a second more Goku turned his in as well. "Hehehe," the saiyan warrior chuckled. "No way you're goanna guess which one is mine."

This left only three who had yet to finish. Of the bunch Yukiko was the first to walk forward. "All done."

"Why thank you." Now in his possession Michelangelo shuffled the pile of messages like he had before.

Kogoro stared down at the blank paper in hand. He was at a crossroads on what to write, if anything at all. "There's something suspicious about all of this." For one he didn't know or trust any of the people he had come to meet. The reality of it all had not yet truly set in, in some ways he believed this all to be a dream. Why then did it all feel so real? After contemplating for a time Kogoro finally managed a detail about himself. After doing so he too gave his paper to Team Pink's Captain.

"That just leaves you Boy Beast," said Michelangelo. "Are you about finished?"

"Pressing on it dude," replied Beast Boy. "Just give me another minute."

"Another minute?" Lex was becoming impatient. "He had all night to think of something. Just how much damn time does he need?"

A short time later Beast Boy pumped his fist into the air. "I've got it!" Wasting not a second more Beast Boy wrote down the thought to come to mind. "All yours Cap," conveyed Beast Boy who handed Michelangelo the final piece of paper.

Now with all written secrets in hand Michelangelo let out a grin. "Time to begin dudes and dudettes."

Goku immediately raised his hand. "Yo Michelangelo," Goku said. "What's a dudette?"

"A dudette is a girl dude bro," relayed Beast Boy who playfully punched his left arm. "They're the best kind of ladies in existence my man."

"Will there be anything else?" Michelangelo asked. When no one responded he continued. "Oh kay then! It's time to roll!"

"Oh sunny light, I hope I am not interrupting something important," someone spoke from above.

Everyone immediately looked upward to see him floating in place before yelling his name. "BAT-MITE!"

Bat-Mite responded by waving to everyone in return. "So nice to see you all in high spirits, and all together unlike the last group I visited." Bat-Mite then flew down to join everyone on the ground.

"Bat-Mite, what brings you here?" Trunks said being the one to ask the obvious.

"Why thank you for asking," Bat-Mite replied. "I was just about to get to tha-"

Bat-Mite would however be cut off by Kogoro who stepped past everyone to confront the host himself. "Listen here and listen closely, because I'm only going to say this once." Kogoro glared down at him. "I don't care about this tournament of yours, and I'm almost certain the majority of everyone here would be in agreement."

Bat-Mite blinked. "What's your point Mr. Mouri?"

"I want out. I have a daughter who needs me back at home, I have wide list of clients I'm scheduled to meet with this coming week. That's only scratching the surface." Kogoro then directed his attention to all of his teammates. "Surely all of you have love ones back home who are worried about you? Perhaps you have friends or work associates who may be wondering where you are?"

"All valid points Mr. Mouri," Bat-Mite acknowledged. "I can assure you that is not something you need to worry about. I have made sure of that. Now if you would refrain from speaking any further, I would now like to-"

"What do you mean that is not something to worry about? Explain," demanded Kogoro. "Explain to us all why our lives fall short of being more important than some juvenile game?!"

Bat-Mite felt insulted, above all he was begging to become impatient. "Enough! I will not be interrupted anymore," Bat-Mite declared. "If you speak once more hard poetic justice will be rained down upon you."

This did not stop Kogoro from continuing his rant. "You can't truly believe you can keep us all here without consent. It is only a matter of time before everyone retaliates."

The breaking point had finally been reached. Rolling his eyes Bat-Mite snapped his finger a single time, resulting in Kogoro Mouri transforming into a twelve inch cucumber with eyes. Everyone looked on in utter disbelief as they watched the cucumber fall softly to the ground.

"No way!" Goku yelled.

"That's.. that's impossible," Trunks said at a loss for words.

Team Pink's captain felt completely different on the matter. "Totally awesome! It's a cucumber with eyes!" Leaning forward Michelangelo reached down to grab the cucumber that lay on its side. Now in hand Michelangelo stared into the eyes of Kogoro who did the same in return. "Dude!"

"Hopefully that will put an end to any distractions," Bat-Mite stated.

"Bat-Mite, what have you done to him?" Yukiko asked in concern.

"I merely transformed Mr. Mouri into a mouthless cucumber," Bat-Mite answered. "Now that he can no longer interrupt I will continue with why I am here."

"What you have done to him, is his condition reversible?"

"Of course," Bat-Mite assured. "I will see to it that it is so once I am finished speaking."

Yukiko sighed in relief.

Trunks nodded. "That's good to know. I'd hate to be down a member so early in the game."

Just as Bat-Mite was to speak Michelangelo could be heard from his blind side. "Tickle tickle tickle!" Michelangelo said tickling the cucumber.

Beast Boy joined him. "Hey, can I try?"

Michelangelo didn't mind in the least. "Here ya go."

Now with the cucumber in hand Beast Boy took a closer look for himself. "It's warmer than I thought it would be, too sway!" Beast Boy said before twirling the cucumber high into the air. He caught it in his left hand on the way back down. Kogoro's eyes now dizzily spun in a circular motion.

"Here, my turn," Michelangelo said clapping his hands together. "I have a cool idea."

Bat-Mite tapped his left index finger upon his right wrist; he was becoming growingly impatient by the second.

Noticing this Sailor Neptune stepped in between the pair, taking hold of Kogoro herself. "That's enough playing with the cucumber boys," Neptune stated. She then turned focus on Bat-Mite before nodding. "You may commence."

Bat-Mite dropped both hands behind his back as he proceeded. "Excellent. Now where was I? Oh yes," Bat-Mite said refocusing matters. "I have come to alert you all of the first Goodies Game you will be taking part in."

"Goodies Game?" questioned Brook.

"Is this going to be the first challenge?!" There was excitement to hear in Goku's voice.

"Yes and no," replied Bat-Mite. "While you will be competing, it won't be against others. But rather for yourselves."

There were looks of confusion that came from this.

"What are you trying to imply?" asked Lex. "Could clarify what any of that is supposed to mean?"

"As to not have to repeat myself I will wait until everyone is gathered before I go over the details," Bat-Mite replied. "This of course includes the other six teams."

"And when do you propose that will be?" asked Sailor Neptune.

Bat-Mite looked her way. "In approximately twenty minutes from now." His attention was then directed toward Team Pink's captain. "Michelangelo, I have something for you."

"What, ya do?"

Removing his hands from behind his back Bat-Mite revealed what appeared to be a scroll. "Here, take this," Bat-Mite said holding the rolled up content for him to take. "As captain of this squad you are obligated to hold onto this. Don't open it until I summon you all back to the Bye Bye Bat Base."

After accepting the scroll Michelangelo raised his hand in salute. "You have my word General sir Bat-Mite!"

Bat-Mite faced the wider group. "Unless any of you have anything further to comment or ask, I will now be leaving."

"I've gotta question," Goku waved.

"What is it?" Bat-Mite asked.

"Last night, someone clashed with Beerus." Goku was certain of this. He then went on to twiddle his fingers as he inched in a step closer. "Who was it? I really wanna know."

Bat-Mite rolled an eye before turning. "I'm not telling."

"What?! Why not?"

"What goes on in another camp does not and should not concern you," Bat-Mite simply put. "I will not subject myself to passing information from one team to another, be it pertaining to family, friends, or events that took place such as last night. If you really want to know, you can ask Team Silver's captain for yourself when you see him. It would be unfair for me to reveal secrets about others, part of this game is figuring out others. Be it their strengths or weaknesses."

"Sounds fair to me," Brook said.

"I will now be departing, but before I do." Bat-Mite found eye to the cucumber that was still in Sailor Neptune's possession. "My lady, I'd let go of Mr. Veggie now if I were you."

Neptune nodded. "Of course."

The moment Sailor Neptune released the cucumber from her hand Bat-Mite snapped his finger, returning Kogoro Mouri back to normal.

"I.. I'm me again." Kogoro was over joyed

And as he had declared, in that moment Bat-Mite vanished.

…

Team Green

He stared off into the distance, not looking for anything in particular. There was a lot on his mind. There was nothing that hung higher than the unknown, what had brought about his return? It was a question he was wished to have answered.

"Aye, old man."

His thoughts had been interrupted. Upon hearing the voice of another Dr. Gero turned around to find Heiji Hattori. "The name is Gero, you'd be wise to address me as such."

"You've been standing there since last night," Heiji noted as he continued to advance forward. "Did you even get any sleep?"

Dr. Gero looked away. "I hardly see how that matters."

"Well since you're on my team it would be nice to know that you're at full strength when the challenge begins."

"Your concerns for me are dually noted," replied Dr. Gero. "However, you need not worry about me. I will see to it that I am fully capable of contributing when the time comes."

Heiji huffed. "I'm going to hold you to that Doc. On another subject, any sign of that Constantine guy?" Heiji asked. "I didn't see him when I woke up."

"He did not return last night," Dr. Gero replied. "Though with that said, he is currently journeying back to this location as we speak."

"Oh yea? And what makes you so sure?"

"I can sense him."

Heiji raised his hat ever so slightly. "Excuse me?"

"It is as I said, I can sense him."

"That makes complete sense," Heiji quipped. "And how is it you are able to sense someone?"

"Ki detection."

"Ki?"

"Ki is ones latent energy. All living creatures have it in one form or another, human or otherwise," Dr. Gero explained.

"You mean like.. someone's life energy?" Heiji asked.

"Simply put," nodded Dr. Gero.

"You really expect me to believe you have some kind of ability to sense people's life energy?" Heiji laughed. "That has to be the craziest thing I've heard since being brought here."

"Your doubt is understandable, for you lack certain knowledge. Here, take a look for yourself," Dr. Gero said pointing to the left. "Witness for yourself, Constantine John will appear from behind those trees at any moment now."

"You don't really expect me to-" Heiji stopped in mid-sentence. As Dr. Gero had said Constantine appeared. He was speechless. "Lucky guess."

Upon his return it didn't take John long to notice the pair. "You lad's the only two up?"

"Where have you been?" Dr. Gero asked.

"Walkin."

"Walking?"

It was clear the doctor sought further explanation. This was not something John cared to explain. "You're welcome to join me next time," Constantine offered.

Dr. Gero stared him in the eyes, bringing an instant tension. There was something about this man that bothered him, but what?

Wanting to disperse the situation Heiji intervened. "Speaking of walks and what not, our captain has still not returned. Any guesses to where he could be?"

John looked into the distance. "I reckon he is doing himself a little ole sightseeing," Constatine assumed. "There's a lot more to find on this island than I would have imagined."

"What do you mean?" Heiji asked.

Before he had the opportunity to answer a booming sound was heard from above, prompting the three of them to look up.

"Well, well, if it isn't Vegeta," Dr. Gero said upon spotting him.

The saiyan prince touched down soon after. When he realized the three standing were the only ones up he spoke up. "Everyone one up!" shouted Vegeta. "There is something I need to discuss with you all."

The first to appear was Harley who leaped down from a nearby tree. "Long time no see, cap'n."

Ignoring her Vegeta turned focus to all others who were gradually beginning to sit up from where they lay.

"What's going on?" Chopper questioned as he wiped the sleep from his eyes.

"It's our captain," replied Artemis who came to his side. "He has returned."

In short time everyone was up and on their feet. It was also during this time that Constantine noticed what appeared to be a rolled up scroll tucked at Vegeta's side. "What's that he's got there?"

"Hey captain, what is this all about?" Casey Jones asked.

Now with everyone up Vegeta was ready to answer just that. "I was visited a short time ago," Vegeta informed. "By Bat-Mite."

"Really? What did he say?" Chibiusa asked.

"Today every one of you, including myself will take part in an event," Vegeta informed. "Bat-Mite referred to it as the Goodies Game."

"Is this Goodies Game not the first official challenge?" asked Dr. Gero.

Facing him Vegeta replied. "From what was told to me, I do not believe so."

"I see."

"Did Bat-Mite mention when this Game of Goodies will take place?" Casey Jones asked.

"Less than twenty minutes from now," Vegeta replied. "That is why I returned to let all of you know."

"Not that it's really any of my business, but would I be right in assuming you received that scroll from Bat-Mite?" asked Constantine who pointed at the object grasped in Vegeta's possession.

"I was instructed to hold onto this until summoned back to the Bye Bye Bat Base," confirmed Vegeta.

"Did Bat-Mite tell you what's inside?" asked Chopper.

"We will find out in due time," Vegeta replied. "Until then, we will wait."

….

Team Black

Were all the wheels falling off before the train could even get started? That was the feeling Yusaku held deep within. Since the fallout the previous night both Akako Koizumi and Raven had returned. Everyone was currently in eyesight except for Slade Wilson who was still absent.

In some ways Yusaku was relieved by this, there would be fewer chances of unwanted altercations. On the other hand, was the simple thought of that a weakness? Did it show a lack of imposing will required by a leader.. a captain?

"Hey, you ok?"

Yusaku turned upon hearing his name called. "Gohan-san."

"You've been over here alone for a time now," Gohan pointed out. "Something on your mind?"

"I've just been observing," Yusaku said. "That's all."

Gohan was curious. "Anything in particular?"

"Everyone here," Yusaku admitted. "I barely know any of you. I've noticed that Raven chooses to be alone, likewise for Koizumi-chan. Then there's the two from Dimension Moon who seem to seclude themselves from everyone else for the most part. We all know the story with Deathstroke."

Gohan smiled. "We do."

"Franky and Donatello have both been forthcoming just as you have," Yusaku continued. He then caught eye of Roshi who appeared to be meditating "I haven't seen enough from your friend to really formulate an opinion on him."

"I'm sure you'll come to appreciate his company." Gohan was certain of this. "He's one of the most straight forward guys that you'll meet."

"Gohan-san, can I ask you something."

"Uahh.. what is it?"

"Am I wrong to worry about the foundation of this team? Or lack thereof?"

Gohan turned to where he now faced him. "Captain, what are you trying to say?"

Before Yusaku could respond the voice from a visitor came from above. "Greetings combatants of Team Black."

"It's Bat-Mite!" Donatello pointed.

"What's he doing here?" Franky wondered.

After hearing the uproar in commotion Roshi's eyes opened. "What is the entire ruckus about?" It didn't take long for him to notice Bat-Mite who now descended from above. "Well, this is unexpected."

Once Bat-Mite reached ground level he spoke once again. "Get ready Team Black, for the Goodies Game is upon us!"

….

Team Silver

"Aye, you aight.?"

The silence she had stood within was finally broken. Looking to her right Sailor Uranus laid eye on someone she would not have expected to approach her. "Raphael.."

"You go by Sailor Uranus, right?"

"What do you want?"

"You've been kicking it alone for a while now," Raphael pointed out. "I also noticed you staring, almost as if ya looking for something."

Sailor Uranus turned away. "And what if I am?"

Raphael traced a finger over his sais that were tightly tucked away. "Let's just say I'm opposed to the idea of someone watchin me."

"Who wouldn't be?" questioned Sailor Uranus who proceeded to walk away.

Unknown to either of the two Piccolo listened in on their conversation from behind a tree from a distance away. There was no disagreement in his mind concerning the matter. "Uranus is right, there is someone or something else on this island besides all of us. Could it be something native to this island?" Piccolo then looked into the direction of Beerus who sat alone. "I'm certain Beerus is aware as well. Perhaps he has deemed the presence of this outsider a non-threat; that would explain why he hasn't taken action."

Across the way Buggy the Clown stood alone in a secluded area where he now paced back and forth. He was still trying to make sense of everything that had been told to him. "Is it true, was I truly brought here to take part in some kind of tournament? Is it also true Straw Hat is here as well?" He gritted his teeth at the possibility of it. "No matter what, I won't allow myself to fall second fiddle to him."

It was strange.. the activities leading to this moment were that of a blur. Where had he been before waking up on this island? What exactly had conspired? Buggy placed his hands over the sides of his head. Closing his eyes he tried to remember what had happened. All there was to recover was a blank void of nothingness. His thoughts however would soon be interrupted by a voice not only heard by him, but everyone else as well.

"Everyone, gather yourselves. There is something I have to tell you," Beerus dispensed. "Come now, this will only take a moment of your time."

It didn't take long for everyone to gather themselves in front of him. Now with everyone present Beerus stood up. "Good, now we can begin."

"Captain, what is this about?" Sailor Venus asked.

"Early this morning I was visited by Bat-Mite," informed Beerus. "He brought a little event of sorts to my attention, a Goodies Game as he called it."

"Goodies Game?" Wataru questioned. "What is that?"

"My knowledge is limited on the dynamics of the presented challenge," Beerus admitted. "Bat-Mite revealed very little. His visit came roughly two hours ago. It was also at that time that he declared the Goodies Game would begin in two hours."

"That means this Goodies Game will begin anytime now," Piccolo concluded.

"That is right. Which is why I have gathered all of you," Beerus said.

….

Team Gold

Everything was blank on the mind. Something began to shake on the outside, or was it something from within?

"Captain, captain.. wake up."

Luffy cracked an eye, he came to find a red haired women kneeled above. His immediate reaction; "Who are you?"

"It's me, Starfire," she replied. "Don't you remember? You're captain of Team Gold, I am one of your teammates."

Everything came back to him. "Oh yea, I remember now!" Luffy laughed before shooting up. "I'm hungry, there any meat around?"

"Meat?"

Luffy rubbed his belly as the thought of a cooked meal came to mind. "Need meat."

"I'm sorry to disturb you," Starfire apologized. "But we have a visitor. We can worry about eating something later."

Luffy looked her in the eyes. "A visitor?"

"Yes," confirmed Sailor Pluto who joined the two. "Bat-Mite has come."

Luffy immediately hopped to his feet after learning this. "Where is he?!"

Starfire too returned to her feet as well. "Over there," she directed with the point of her hand.

Luffy looked across the way to find the rest of his teammates gathered around Bat-Mite. The captain wasted no time in making his way as well.

"So nice of you to join us Mr. Monkey D," Bat-Mite greeted. "So sorry to have had you awakened, but you see we have important matters to discuss. A game, a Goodies Game."

"Don't know what a Goodies Game is, but it sounds fun," said Luffy.

"Yes, and with it will come many opportunities for prizes," Bat-Mite revealed.

Luffy's excitement skyrocketed. "Prizes! Even.. even MEAT?!"

Bat-Mite was confused by his statement. "Meat? Whatever are you talking about?"

Sanji took that moment to step into the fold. "I believe what our captain is trying to ask is, are any of the mentioned prizes meat?"

"Well umm.. I could certainly have that arranged," replied a smiling Bat-Mite.

"This Goodies Game as you are calling it. When will it start?" Kaitou Kid asked.

"Now," replied Bat-Mite. "Which is why I have come."

Bat-Mite then directed his attention back on Luffy. Without warning he tossed something into his direction.

Luffy caught the item thrown his way. He looked down at what was clearly a scroll as a questioning look came to his face. "Huh.. what's this for?" Luffy asked reestablishing eye contact.

"You will hold onto that for now. Once we have reached the Bye Bye Bat Base I will let you know when you can open it," Bat-Mite replied.

"What is the objective of this game you call Goodies?" Luna asked from her position on Pluto's shoulder.

"That is something that will be explained once everyone is present," Bat-Mite said.

"That would seem to imply that every team will be taking part in this challenge that you speak of?" Kaitou Kid figured.

"That would be correct," Bat-Mite confirmed. "Now, if no one has any further questions or concerns I will now take us all to the-"

"No," Luffy shot down.

This came as a surprise, not only to Bat-Mite but to all of his teammates as well.

"Hey Luffy, what's wrong?" Sanji asked.

Luffy faced him. "We can't go yet."

"What do you mean we can't go yet?" Leonardo questioned.

"If we're goanna go, I want all of us to."

"What do you mean?" asked Sailor Pluto. She doubled checked to make sure their whole team was present. "As far as I can tell everyone is here."

Raising a hand to the tip of his hat Luffy pushed it up slightly. Turning, the young captain then directed his sights in the direction of the many trees behind. There was a plain look to be found on his face, giving very little to what was on his mind.

"What is he doing?" Haibara wondered.

"Captain, what's wrong?" Leonardo asked.

Luffy did not respond, instead a large grin formed on his face. This came as a surprise to most. Luffy placed his hands onto his hips. "Hey! Why don't you come out?! It would be nice if you joined us!"

Flash looked on with intent. "Has he figured it out?"

Luna and Sailor Pluto looked to one another. "Who in the world is he talking to?" Luna questioned.

"I am uncertain," Pluto admitted. "But I have a feeling we're about to find out."

Waiting in anticipation movement finally came from one of the trees above, bringing confirmation of the presence of another.

"Captain, who is it?" Starfire asked.

"Hehehe," Luffy giggled. "You'll see."

In the count of a second a dark figure launched from above, soaring downward to make contact with the ground in short time. Everyone now laid eyes on the mysterious person who had been hidden by natures provided camouflage.

"Well, if it isn't the Batman," Kaitou Kid noted.

Haibara blinked an eye, while Leonardo gasped. Android 17 was not phased in the least by this latest development.

"What, how long were you up there?!" Starfire asked.

"Have you been on this island the whole time?" questioned Luna.

"Yep, he sure has," Luffy laughed.

Bat-Mite clapped, interrupting all conversation. "All great questions, ones which you'll have to save for later," stated Bat-Mite. "If you haven't already forgotten, I have an important schedule to keep."

"You said everyone will be taking part in this little event," Leonardo said directing focus on Bat-Mite. "So where is everyone else? Are they already at the base?"

"They will arrive at the Bye Bye Bat Base the moment the rest of us do," replied Bat-Mite. "I will see to that using my power. Are there any more questions before we depart?"

"Goodies Game! Here we come!" chanted Luffy.

Finding no one had anything additional to ask Bat-Mite proceeded as expected. "To the base we go!"

In the blink of an eye the island surroundings were gone, replaced by that of the facility all had first come to see initially when getting brought to this world. It took little time for everyone to notice their friends and family who were gathered in different groups, all of which were roughly twenty feet apart. Before anyone had a chance to call to one another Bat-Mite spoke.

"Welcome back to the Bye Bye Bat Base gentlemen and ladies alike!" Bat-Mite then pointed in the direction of the seven sets of bleachers across the way. No one had noticed the last time they were here, but all sets of bleachers were different colors. The colors in question were; black, blue, gold, green, pink, red, and silver. What Bat-Mite instructed next did not come as a surprise. "Now before we get started I would like you all to take a seat, obviously in the colored section that represents your team."

Following the asked everyone made their way to their respected areas.

"Awesome!" Luffy said upon coming within feet of the golden bleachers that shined all too cleanly.

"It even looks like real gold," said Leonardo who followed from close behind.

"We're dealing with Bat-Mite, I wouldn't doubt if it was," Flash said.

Once Lex came within range of his teams section he was hesitant on whether to sit or not. "Of all possible shades, he selects the brightest possible pink."

Everyone was seated in short time. This left Bat-Mite to talk once again. "I know that you all have questions that you may wish to ask. Perhaps of me, or of someone from another team," Bat-Mite said looking directly at Goku who appeared to be the most anxious of all who listened on. "You all will have that opportunity shortly. But first I would like to take these first couple minutes to not only introduce your newly assembled teams, but also explain to you what this Goodies Game is all about. Sound fair?"

Michelangelo gave a thumbs up. "Yeppers!"

Bat-Mite then began. "We'll start with Team Green, led by none other than Dimension Z's sixth ranked player, Vegeta! Accompanying him on his team are, Heiji Hattori, Artemis, Chopper, Dr. Gero, Casey Jones, John Constantine, Sailor Miniature Moon, and Harley the clown Quinn."

"It's Chibi Moon!" Chibiusa angrily corrected.

Harley simply laughed at the tagline added to her name.

"Next we have Team Red, led by Dimension Caped Crusaders formidable Wonder Woman. Chosen to stand at her side in this game of survival is; Nami, Tuxedo Kamen, Saguru Hakuba, Mr. Satan, Sailor Jupiter, Renet, Goten, Nico Robin, and Red Irrelevant Robin."

Bat-Mite's lowball of Red Robin bothered him very little. His only concern was the mission.

"This now brings us to Team Blue. Holding the reins is the leader of the Sailor Senshi herself, Sailor Moon! Her team consists of; Nightwing, Usopp, Superboy, Sailor Mercury, Aquaman, Masumi Sera, Cyborg, Roronoa Zoro, and Whis."

"That's looking like one solid team," Superman mused.

"This brings us to my personal favorite, Team Gold!" Bat-Mite disclosed.

"Go figure," remarked Beast Boy after spotting Batman among their ranks.

"This group is the Golden standard for what greatness looks like! Standing as Gold Teams captain is Monkey D. Luffy."

Luffy smiled brightly upon having his name spoken. It was also at this time that Buggy noticed the pirate captain himself. "So, Strawhat is here after all."

"The great warriors alongside Monkey D. is; my very own sidekick, Batman! Ai Haibara, Sanji Vinsmoke, Luna, Sailor Pluto, the Flash, Leonardo, Kaitou Kid, Starfire, and the unfortunate accident Android 17. Oh.. and did I mention THE BATMAN!"

"How many times does he have to say his name?" Sailor Uranus rolled her eyes, showing a sign of annoyance.

"We're more than halfway done, only three tribes remain," stated Bat-Mite. "Team Black, Yusaku Kudo serves as this teams captain. Those that are serving under his wing are; Deathstroke, Sailor Mars, Franky, Akako Koizumi, Gohan, Donatello, Roshi, Sailor Saturn, and Raven." Bat-Mite's eyes then fell in line with Team Pink, indicting he was to cover them next.

Seeing this Michelangelo decided to speak out. "Hey," Michelangelo said waving at Bat-Mite. "I have a quick question."

"What is it?" Bat-Mite asked.

"Well I was thinking, and a really cool idea came to mind," Michelangelo said. "I couldn't let it pass!"

Bat-Mite crossed his arms over his chest. "Would you please just get on with it? Tell me this great idea of yours," Bat-Mite said as he drew eye to the wider crowd. "Everyone would like to know."

"Well, being that I am the captain of squad pink I was thinking, umm.. maybe I could introduce my team?" Michelangelo smiled, hoping this would persuade Bat-Mite to allow his request.

Bat-Mite took a long hard look at Michelangelo before smiling himself. "Granted," Bat-Mite accepted. "I only ask that you finish in a timely fashion. For there is still much to discuss."

"Word," voiced Michelangelo in agreement to the given terms. He wasted no time in beginning, pointing to himself with his opening announcement. "Whelp, as you all know I am CAPTAIN of da.. Pink Elites!"

"Pink Elites?" There was now a questioning look that resided on Bat-Mite's face. "Is that supposed to be your team's name?"

Puffing his chest proudly the turtle in orange responded. "You know it."

"You know," Bat-Mite said giving it some thought. "I like it."

"Too sway bro! Totally endorsed!" Beast Boy said from behind.

Not wanting to delay the process Michelangelo then turned to face his teammates who all sat on the bleachers. He took no time in naming off the first three people who came to eye. "First we got my man Trunks, a real down to earth dude. Then we have my peeps from the D-Style, Mr. Kogoro and Mrs. Yukiko!"

Majin Buu began to clap, prompting Goku, Beast Boy, and Brook to do the same. In light of this Michelangelo bowed before introducing another of his team. "Next we got baldy.. though most everyone on the squad just calls him Sexy Lexy."

Lex Luther's eyes beamed directly at him. "What are you babbling about, no one addresses me as-" Lex would be cut off.

"Can't forget my boy Majin 'too coo Buu'." Michelangelo extended his hand, bumping fists with Buu.

"You cool too captain! Yes, yes, yes!" Buu stated.

Michelangelo then looked to the next person to present. "Got my dude Goku checking in, he's totally got the baddest outfit on the team! Turn the page! For here is Beast Boy who is mean, green, and totally will show you why he is extreme!"

"You know it! Bout to put in that work," declared Beast Boy.

Only two remained. Eyeing the pair Michelangelo completed the introduction of the Pink Elites. "Last but not least we have the beautiful Sailor Neptune who is all kinds of awesome and the talking skeleton Brook. A talking skeleton, how cool is that?!"

"Will that be all Michelangelo?" asked Bat-Mite.

"The floors all yours Bat-Dude," Michelangelo replied before retaking a seat on the bleachers himself. "Michelangelo signing out."

Bat-Mite then turned focus to the only group that remained not to properly be introduced. "Team Silver.. a tribe led by a god of destruction who goes by no other name, Beerus."

This announcement brought shock to many.

"Pluto, did you hear that?" whispered Luna.

"Yes, Bat-Mite just referred to Team Silvers captain as a god," Sailor Pluto replied. "One has to wonder if there is some truth to that."

"Team Silver also includes; Piccolo who is also from Dimension Z, Buggy the Clown, Sailor Venus, Wataru Takagi, Raphael, Superman, Kogoro's little side boy Conan, Sailor Uranus, and the Boy Wonder.. Robin."

Damian did not take his words lightly. "Please refrain from ever calling me that again," Robin stated.

After spotting him Luffy waved in the direction of Buggy. "Hey, glad to see you're finlly up!"

Buggy looked away, clearly intent on ignoring him.

Bat-Mite evilly grinned in return. Now with all teams accounted for Bat-Mite pressed onto the next obvious topic to cover. "Now for the question you all have been wanting to know since its existence was brought to your attention. What is the Goodies Game?" There was a long pause before Bat-Mite answered just that. "It is as it sounds. The object of the game will be for you to score as many points as possible in the given challenge; the earned points will go toward goodies that can be obtained. The type of prize will be dependent on how much points you score individually. These awarded goodies could prove beneficial to all of you throughout the trial of this survival."

"Simple enough," Vegeta thought to himself.

"Um, hey," Sailor Moon said standing up from the bleachers. "Bat-Mite, what about this scrolls that you gave me? Am I allowed to open it now?"

"I received one as well," Yusaku revealed.

"Me too!" Luffy said holding his high.

"I see, all team captains must have been given a scroll," Wonder Woman realized.

"No, don't unwrap them just yet," Bat-Mite conveyed. "That opportunity will come soon. But first, all captains step forward."

All seven chosen captains did as instructed.

"What's he up to now?" Android 17 wondered.

Bat-Mite snapped a finger, bringing the presence of a coffee table. He then opened his left palm to reveal two dices in his hand.

"What's this?" Vegeta asked.

"We're going to play a little game," Bat-Mite relayed.

"What game?" Luffy asked.

"We'll call it.. 'The Eight Hidden Challengers'," Bat-Mite said.

"Eight hidden.. challengers?" questioned Sailor Moon.

"Vegeta, you will go first." Saying nothing more Bat-Mite tossed the two dice to the saiyan prince.

No explanation was needed, it was clear what he was to do next. Rolling his hand forward with the flick of his wrist Vegeta watched as the two dice rolled across the table. Five and six were the two numbers that came to face.

"Excellent Vegeta," said Bat-Mite. Snapping his finger the two dice appeared in Luffy's hand. "You're next Monkey D."

"Lucky twelve here I come." Tossing the two dice onto the table Luffy ended up with a 3 and 3. "I want a redo!"

"No can do," Bat-Mite declined. "One shot, and one shot only."

Yusaku went next, achieving a 3 and 5. Sailor Moon followed by rolling a 4 and 1. Wonder Woman then took her shot at it, gaining a 2 and 1. Beerus stepped up confidently, rolling a dismal 1 and 2 to match the lowest score.

"I would like to request a retry. The dice slid out of my hand prematurely," Beerus explained.

"An unfortunate tragedy," replied Bat-Mite who declined the asked

Beerus wanted to argue further, but refrained from doing so. After all, the objective of this game had yet to be revealed.

Michelangelo was the only one who remained. Raising his hands Michelangelo blew onto the pair of dice as he shook them in hand, hoping this would bring him luck. "Ok, it's time to break big." Firing the two dice to the table he ended up with a 5 and 4. This placed his score in second, only behind Vegeta who managed an 11 total.

Now that everyone had rolled the dices, Bat-Mite clapped his hands a single time which made the table and two dices disappear.

"What happens now?" Wonder Woman asked.

"You're about to find out, right about now." Bat-Mite turned around. "Let the first stage in the Goodies Game begin. Secret challengers, assemble!"

Across the room there was a door that slowly cracked open. All eyes fell in that direction, anticipation rising as someone stepped out past the door. What everyone came to find was a humanoid robot, one who was recognized by only a select few.

"Fugitoid!" Leonardo, Raphael, Michelangelo, and Donatello said all at once.

Hearing their voices the robot waved to the four brothers. "Hello turtles."

Many did not know what to make of this.

Kaitou Kid looked to his teammate who sat beside him. "Leonardo, do you know who that is?"

"I do, he's a friend of me and my brothers. An ally even," Leonardo replied.

"I see," Sanji said overhearing the two. "That must mean this Fugitoid person is from your world?"

Leonardo nodded in confirmation. "That's right."

Fugitoid did not stop until coming in range of Bat-Mite. Once he did someone else stepped out past the door Fugitoid had once walked out from. This time it was a blue haired girl who wore a red ribbon in her hair.

Goku's eyes widened upon seeing her. "Is that who I think it is?" As the woman neared there was no doubt in his mind who it was. "Hey Launch! Long time no see!" Goku called.

She noticed him immediately. "It's good to see you too!" Launch cheerfully replied.

Roshi adjusted his eyewear, there was no mistaking it, it was in fact her. "Launch, what are you doing here?" Roshi called.

"Will you be taking part in the game as well?" Goku asked.

"That will be enough questions for now," Bat-Mite intervened. "All shall be answered soon enough."

Not a second after voicing this, another woman in a top hat entered the room.

"It's Zatanna," Aquaman pointed.

"Oh yea, now we're talking," said Cyborg.

Constantine too was pleased by this latest development. "So Zee is here as well.. things are getting interesting."

The moment she came to Launch's side another stepped out from the other side of the door. This time it was a man, one who held a sword over his right shoulder as he advanced forward.

Luffy's eyes sparkled with glee the moment he spotted who it was. "Hey, Hey! Traf-guy!"

The swordsmen pirate linked eyes with Luffy briefly before looking away.

Buggy clutched his fists at the sight of the new face to enter the stage. "Not him too!"

The door swung wide for a final time. The person to walk out brought a shared look of either despair or uncertainty for all from Dimension Moon.

"It can't be," Sailor Jupiter fretted.

"She's here.." Sailor Mars hissed.

Sailor Moon looked the opposition dead in the eyes as an evil grin formed across their lips. "Sailor Galaxia," Sailor Moon said under her breath.

"Nice! That's some badass armor she's rep'in right there," Beast Boy commented upon seeing Sailor Galaxia for himself.

Once Galaxia joined the group of four, Bat-Mite spoke once again. "Survivors, I present to you these new faces; Fugitoid from Dimension Awesome, Launch from Dimension Z, Zatanna Zatara of Dimension Caped Crusader, Dimension Sea's Trafalgar D. Water Law, and Sailor Galaxia from Dimension Moon."

"Bat-Mite, you referred to this segment as the Eight Hidden Challengers," Vegeta said.

"That is so," replied Bat-Mite. "What of it?"

"First, am I to believe these people are the challengers you spoke of? And secondly you said eight," Vegeta noted. The saiyan captain then directed focus on those who had just entered the room. "Because unless I've forgotten how to count, there appears to only be five challengers standing before me."

"Yea." Michelangelo noticed as well. "What does it mean?"

A mysterious expression formed on Bat-Mite's face. "Indeed, what does it mean?"

To Be Continued