I know, finally, right? Well, I needed something to procrastinate my first paper of the semester. But, sorry it took so long, but losing a bunch of chapters really puts a damper on writing. Hope you enjoy.

Previously on Vixen:

"I've long since have reached the time I should have taken my leave," Faragonda said. "Now, it is your turn to head this school, Head Mistress Griselda.

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"I need her separated from her friends," Gorgo said. "I have to single each one out, and take their powers one by one. She has to use the source, and she will only do that if her friends are at risk."

"So, you think we should put ourselves at risk for you?" Opaque asked.

"What do we get?" Cyclone asked.

"You get to keep your powers," Gorgo said. "And, once I rule the universe, you will have power as well. Pretty much, you'll get anything you want."

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"Anything else you'd like to look up?"

Kaida thought for a moment. "Yes. Is there any information on a man named Krannert?"

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"Avery, hang on!" Angel said and reached out. However, the energy coming off her was too much and zapped Angel's hand. "I can't touch her."

"We need help," Kaida said. "Trick, Zing, go get Faragonda. Meanwhile, we have to use our powers to make sure that Avery retains some shape." Vixen transformed and grabbed hands, keeping a magical barrier around Avery, but it was difficult, as the powers were sparking off her.

Faragonda arrived a moment later, Trick and Zing floating behind her. "Let me through to her, girls. Avery, try to contain as much of your power as you can so that I can drain the excess."

"I'll try," Avery said, her voice vibrating.

The five girls let go of one another's hands and stepped back, allowing Faragonda through. The head mistress reached out and grabbed Avery's hands, draining much of the power. The two both yelled, and when they released, both were passed out.

Episode 11: Hang 'Em High (1)

"I don't like the idea of you going on a mission without me," Brandon said as he and Angel were walking around Alfea's grounds.

"I would hardly call it a mission," Angel said.

"You're taking a ship," Brandon said. "And traveling though a dangerous forest on a whole other planet. I would call that a mission."

"You have no idea what the forests on Camelot are like," Angel said. "You're just jealous that we're having a different team of Specialists take us."

"Well, yes, that is true," Brandon admitted. "Who are the guys that Griselda got, anyway?"

"I'm not sure their names, but they're from Kappa Delta," Angel said. "But, seriously, the only thing they're doing for us is taking us there."

Brandon sighed. "If you insist you'll be fine, I guess there's nothing for me to do, huh?"

"Nope," Angel said. "Unless you'd like to plan a nice dinner for when I return."

Brandon laughed. "I guess I could do that."

"I'm guess that blue ship is them," Emerald said when she noticed a ship arriving from the distance. "We should be fine. Griselda said that this team is Kappa Delta's number one team. And since they usually worked closely with Beta, Griselda thought it would be good to help them when we can."

"And they all have magic, right?" Trend asked.

"That's the difference between Red Fountain and Kappa Delta," Emerald said. "Red Fountain only accepts the best Specialists, while Kappa Delta has a specialty on sorcery." She looked at the approaching ship and nodded. "Not quite up to Brandon and Marvel's standards, but it looks like we'll have a nice flight."

"Let's just concentrate on what we're going to do when we get there," Kaida said. "You know the basic path into the forest, right Avery?"

Avery nodded. "It's simple enough to get there."

"So, remind us, why are we flying a bunch of fairies from Alfea?" Cyclone asked turning off the weapons systems. They wouldn't be needed.

"For experience," Opaque said. "It's our senior year and Beta Academy isn't exactly going to have a lot of missions to send us on."

"Actually, it's because I requested it," Chill said.

"You requested it?" Opaque yelled.

"Why?" Cyclone asked. "What kind of experience is this going to be?"

"It's not just experience," Chill said. "It's who we are going to be going with."

"You mean..."

"The Vixen. This is the perfect opportunity to observe them and figure out their weaknesses," Chill said. "So don't blow it."

"Dude, all we have to do is fly them, right?" Opaque said. "Even we can manage that."

The back of the ship opened and the ramp lowered. However, no one walked out, as the boys from Red Fountain would have.

"Um, hello?" Trend called in, standing on her toes. She was wearing a pair of hot pink shorts and a baby blue cropped baby tee along with a pair of light blue sneakers and had her hair in two braids.(2) "You in there?"

A boy appeared in the hatch entrance, a bit shorter and stouter than most Specialists. He had grey spiked hair and purple eyes, wearing the dark blue and silver Kappa Delta uniform. He didn't look too pleased surveying the six girl of Vixen, until his eyes landed on Trend who was adjusting one of her braids. The other five girls were surprised by how fast he suddenly moved.

"Hello, Beautiful," he said, smiling up at her as she was a few inches taller. "Please, bless me with your name."

"Uh, what?" Trend asked.

"Her name is Trend," Emerald said, stepping between Cyclone and the blonde princess. "Now, let's get this straight. We needed someone to fly us to Camelot, and our new Head Mistress asked your Head Master rather than our usual team. You are flying us there, and then you are flying us back."

"Oh, but we're heroes," Cyclone said, flashing a smile at Trend as she followed Avery and Cicada onto the ship. "We couldn't let you go into the forest alone."

"Are you two coming?" Kaida asked as she was walking into the ship.

"Yeah," Emerald said, turning around, her hair whipping Cyclone's face. She was not at all surprised to see that another of the ship's crew, this time Opaque, was offering the only open chair to Trend, who giggled and accepted.

"Hey, where am I supposed to sit?" Cyclone asked as he closed the hatch after he walked in.

"You don't need to sit," Opaque said. "We don't need anyone at the weapons. This is a peaceful mission. Unless you feel we'll be under attack for any reason."

"Well, if you need your seat, I can stand with my friends," Trend said.

"No, no," Cyclone said. "You need to rest much more than I do. I've trained for long periods of time, I can survive a flight while standing."

"Could we just get going?" Avery asked.

"What's got your panties in a bunch?" Opaque asked.

Before Avery could react, Emerald slapped the back of Opaque's head. "You fly this thing, or I'll kick you out and I'll fly this thing. Now." Needless to say, they took off a moment later.

"Hey, I know who you guys are," Angel said. "You're the three guys that were in the tournament for magic heroes at Red Fountain. You guys lost to Charm."

Chill gripped the wheel a little harder. "Yeah, that would be us."

"You're related to the Bux, aren't you," Angel said.

"You know our sisters?" Opaque asked, glancing over his shoulders.

"That's one way to put it," Cicada said.

"We're acquainted in ways," Kaida said.

"Well, Frosty is Chill's sister," Opaque said. "Ebony is mine."

"And that would make Bryony your sister?" Cicada asked Cyclone.

"Oh, no way!" Cyclone snapped.

"She's actually not related to any of us," Opaque said. "Which is why we all get along with her at all times."

"Wait, so you're all related?" Trend asked.

"Cousins," Opaque said.

"There's a little tidbit I don't think we needed to know," Emerald said. "So, how about you stop yapping and start flying?"

"Would you seriously calm down?" Opaque asked, turning to look at her.

"I would if you could fly this better," Emerald said.

"I think she's right," Chill said, speaking for the second time.

"You... do?" Cyclone asked.

"Yes," Chill nodded. "Opaque, get up. Let... I'm sorry, your name is?"

"Emerald," Angel filled in. "You mean you want her to pilot?"

"Couldn't be worse than either of these two baboons," Chill said.

Opaque frowned and yielded his seat to Emerald. She took over easily and the trip even smoothed out a bit.

"Are you okay, Avery?" Angel asked taking stepping close to the lavender-haired fairy, who had retreated to the back of the ship.

"Yeah," Avery nodded. "It's just, I'm nervous."

"Don't worry," Angel said. "We're here with you and we won't let anything happen to you."

"That's not what I'm worried about, Angel," Avery said. She looked down. "Would you mind if we take a slight detour as we travel into the forest?"

"You're our team leader as soon as we land, Avery," Angel said. "We'll do whatever you want."

The city they landed in on Camelot was small, but bustling. The six girls got off the ship, followed by Cyclone and Opaque.

"You know, you can stay here," Cicada said. "Protect your ship."

"Our mission is to protect you girls," Cyclone said.

"Not really," Angel said. "But if you insist, just stay out of our way."

Chill frowned at his cousins. What are you two doing?

Getting to know them a little better, Opaque replied. The more we spend time with them, the more they will trust us.

And the more they trust us, Cyclone added, The more we find out about them. Just like Gorgo wants from us.

Avery led them to a bicycle shop first. "Hello, Mr. Thyme."

"Avery, what a pleasure," the man behind the counter said. "What are you doing here?"

"Um, it's kind of a secret," Avery said. "But we need six bikes."

"Eight," Angel said. "Tweedle Dee and Tweedle Dum have decided to join us."

"Okay, eight," Avery said.

"I'll have that ready in just a few," Mr. Thyme said. "Just wait outside."

Avery nodded. However, while waiting, she ran to a different shop across the street. "Does she need to say hello to everyone in this town?" Opaque asked.

"Why'd she go to a florist?" Trend asked.

"Oh, the stop along the way," Angel said. "I think I know where we're stopping. Is there a graveyard on the way into the forest, Kaida?"

Kaida looked at Angel. "How would I know?"

"Uh..." Angel sweat-dropped. "It's just that... well..."

Kaida sighed. "Yes, there is."

Avery returned with a bouquet of pink roses, which she rested in the basket of the bike Mr. Thyme brought for her.

"What are these?" Cyclone asked.

"Bicycles," Kaida said.

"Well, yeah, but they're..."

"Not your fun little levebikes?" Cicada asked. "Welcome to the world of actual work. Just keep your feet on the pedals and keep your legs in constant circular motion."

The group set off into the green forest, sunlight streaming through the trees lighting the path. After about half a mile, a fenced in graveyard appeared on one side of the trail. Trend and Kaida both froze a little, each gripping their handlebars a little tighter. When they arrived at the gate, they stopped. Avery got off her bike. "You guys don't have to come if you don't want to," she said. She looked down.

"Do you want us to come?" Angel asked.

Avery nodded a bit. "I would like a little company."

"Then count us in," Emerald said.

"By your side, babe," Cicada said.

Kaida crawled off her bike, but stared into the graveyard. Her already pale face grew pallid. "You don't have to come," Avery said, noticing the color of Kaida's face.

"How about you and Trend stay out here and keep the boys company," Angel said to Kaida.

"Okay," Kaida said with a nod and leaned back against the bars of the fence.

"Afraid of graveyards?" Cyclone asked.

"It's okay, Kaida," Trend said. "I am too."

"Not like it's a bad thing," Opaque said. "Tons of people probably are." He smiled and leaned closer to Trend. "If you ever need company to go in one, don't hesitate to call me."

"Why are we here anyway?" Cyclone asked.

"Avery's mother," Kaida said.

"Her mom works in the graveyard?"

"No," Trend said. "Her mother died many years ago. She's visiting her mother's grave."

Within the cemetery, Avery led the three other girls through the paths where all the headstones where white marble and elegantly engraved.

"You know, it's actually really beautiful and peaceful in here," Cicada said. "I really don't get why people are so afraid of these places."

"Then let's not talk about it," Emerald said quietly. She motioned to Avery, who was kneeling in front of a grave. Angel, Emerald, and Cicada all looked at one another for a moment, then stood watching Avery.

"Hey, Mom, I know it's been a while," Avery said lying the roses down right by the headstone. "I wanted to come last time I was in town, but Dad kept me occupied the whole time. I have loads to tell you, and I promise I'll come back real soon to tell you everything, but I can't right now. That man, the one who was after your powers, he's back, and he's now stealing powers from everyone he can. That's why I'm here today, so that I can find the sword you told me about. Without it, I can't control the powers." Avery stood up. "I promise, I'll be back soon. Oh, and these are some of my friends from school. Cicada, Angel, and Emerald. They've been great to me."

Not long later, they were biking through the forest again, Avery in the lead, and the two boys in the back. Suddenly, they heard Chill's voice in their head. Stay to the back of the group. Gorgo's trailing you.

The two boys sent back their responses of having heard Chill's orders and remained a bit back.

They were all depending on Avery to lead them. Avery had an idea of where she was going, but most of it was following her instinct and intuition. After a while, they came to a clearing in the forest with a crystal tree in it. It made them all stop.

"That's unexpected," Cicada said. "See these from where you're from, Emerald?"

"Not everything on my planet is made from gems," Emerald said.

"This is it," Avery said, walking into the clearing. She approached the tree quickly. The girls followed.

"Are you sure?" Kaida asked.

"It's a crystal tree," Trend said. "What about it doesn't scream magical object hidden here?"

"For what has to be the first time," Emerald said. "Trend has a point."

"Hey," Trend frowned a bit. There was a moment of silence, before Trend said, turning to the boys, "Aren't you two going to-" She stopped. Both boys were passed out, neither of them having gotten off their bikes apparently. Between their passed out bodies, Gorgo stood. She did the first thing that came to her mind, and screamed for a second or two, jumping backwards and into Angel. All the girls turned around, and spotted Gorgo.

"Thank you for finding the sword, Avery darling," he said. "But if you would be so kind as to step aside and allow me to take it."

"Not happening," Angel said as she and the other girls all stepped between him and Avery. "Avery, get the sword. We'll take care of him. Let's go Vixen!"

And, just like every other time she yelled those words, the girls all transformed into their fairy form. Gorgo charged at them, but was forced to divert his path when a barrage of emerald arrows were flying at him. Cicada began shooting webbing at him, forcing him to dodge those. He didn't realize when Trend got behind him and he suddenly was tied in a ribbon.

"That wasn't so hard," Trend said.

"I don't think it's over," Angel said.

Indeed, a moment later, Gorgo ripped free of the ribbons and started blasting at the girls. He was using so many different attacks, they didn't know how to effectively block. Meanwhile, Avery was searching the crystal tree, trying to find out the secret.

"Is this seriously the best you can do?" Gorgo asked, dodging attacks from Trend and Cicada simultaneously. "I thought you girls were supposed to be talented and strong. Sloppy attacks. You're obviously not very smart."

"Oh yeah?" Kaida yelled. "Sparkle of the Dragon!"

Gorgo smiled gleefully, skillfully spun around the attack, and appeared inches from Kaida, wrapping his hands around her wrists. She screamed in pain, and felt her power drain. When Gorgo released her, she was in human form again and began to fall. Cicada caught her just before she hit the ground.

"Okay, now you've done it," Emerald yelled, forming a pair of emerald swords. She began attacking the warlock with fury. He formed a Morfix shield and when she broke through that, he shot her back with an attack all the Vixen recognized: an explosion similar to fireworks in a variety of colors.

He chuckled. "So that's the power of an Alfea Fairy."

"Charmix!" Angel yelled, the dragon pin forming on her chest and a fireball bag at her side. "Take this, Gorgo! Fire of the Dragon!"

Once again, Gorgo dodged, but when he grabbed Angel's wrists, he was the one who yelled and was shocked off, falling back to the ground.

Avery reached out and placed a palm on the tree finally, and it began to glow. Slowly, it began to shrink, and finally it stopped glowing having been replaced by a sword much like her energy Excalibur sword. She grabbed it and could feel the power flow through her, transforming instantly.

Gorgo looked up, seeing Angel, Avery, and Emerald all closing in on him. He frowned. "I suppose until next time." In a wave of darkness, he disappeared.

They all turned to Kaida. She was sobbing on Cicada's shoulders. Trend looked at the three girls. "She's tried to transform, but she can't. She can't even do a simple spell. Her magic... it's all gone."

Next time on Vixen: While the Vixen and teachers of Alfea examine Kaida's situation and reflect on what happened, the Specialists from Red Fountain go on a mission to locate Gorgo.

Vixen Profile 2:

Name: Kaida

Planet(s): Draco/Sparks

Status: Citizen

Progress: Powers drained

Power Source: Dragon Spark

Appearance: She has an Asian appearance, with long straight black hair, short, pale skin dark brown eyes, and a roundish face. If a human from Earth, she'd be considered Japanese.

General Outfit(s): She wears a golden rod tee with a red tank top over it and skinny leg jeans with tennis shoes.

Winx Outfit: A golden kimono with red embroidered designs (mostly of fireworks and dragons), red ballet flats, her wings resemble firework sparks, and her hair is in a bun.

Charmix pin: N/A

Family: She has her mother and her father who are servants for a noble Draco family.

Birthday and Fairy Sign: October 24 and she is an Elementale

Relationships: Best friends: Cicada, Emerald; Close Friends: Angel, Avery, Mech; Other Friends: Trend, Daisy, Celeste, Marvel, Brandon, Jr.

Other: Kaida is the smartest of the Vixen, and can often be found passing tests. She may have a second, unknown power source similar to electricity

(1) Song by My Chemical Romance

(2) So like her to need a new outfit for a new mission.