Devils of the Void
copy over summery.
Heres the next chapter of Devils of the Void, in which we get to see Issei getting beaten up, the teen romance drama between Ren and Koneko and the training for the Rating Game. on a side note, if your going to ask a question, please log in otherwise i will not answer it.
Chapter 11
"Are we there yet?" Wined Issei for what had to be the eighth time.
We had been walking for the past two hours through some of the most beautiful countryside i had ever seen, and i had been raised in the Peak District in my previous life. however, it was obvious as to why Issei wasn't enjoying the view as he had an enormous backpack weighing him down.
"Quit your whining," said Koneko, marching past him with a bag that probably weighed more than all of us combined.
"calm down Issei, we're nearly there," said Rias from the top of the hill.
"FINALLY!' i yelled, shifting my own pack. while it was easy to carry thanks to my Rook strength, I was pretty sure it was filled with concrete if the lumps digging into my back were any indication. I also had a red mark across my face and a slightly bloody nose from where Koneko had let go of a branch as I was walking past and had gotten hit in the face. why was it that i could tank Light Bullets to the face without flinching but a tree branch gives me a nosebleed?
but i digress. we crested the hill and looked out over the valley where a large manor house was perched on the cliffside.
"this is where we shall be training for the next ten days," said Rias.
"Wow, cool!" exclaimed Issei and I had to agree.
the house was three stories tall and, rather than being done in a Japanese style, it was done more like a proper English mansion, complete with marble columns and a sweeping gravel drive.
it didn't take us long to reach the house, whereupon the girls excused themselves to go and get changed, with Koneko leaving behind a dire warning about peeping. for some reason she looked at me when she said it. as soon as the girls were gone, i turned to Issei.
"By the way Issei, my sister told me a rather interesting story about you the other day."
Issei started sweating as a purple aura began to surround me with the Oni mask appearing. Kiba began to slowly back away from the Pawn, keeping a wary eye on me.
"What was it again? oh right, you snuck into the girls changing rooms again while the First Years were using it. Including Niko."
Issei let out a squeak and tried to run, only for me to grab him by the collar and hold him fast.
"Where do you think your going?"
The hills became alive with the sound of a pervert screaming.
over the next few days, we three noobs were put through our paces in an attempt to get us ready for combat. fortunately,i had already proven that I would be able to hold my own as i was already a rather skilled martial artist. as such, i focused on training my magic and Sacrid Gear, attempting to master more of my armours. during our magical training, it was discovered that I had an affinity for Fire magic that almost rivaled the Phenex Clan. after I nearly burnt the house down trying to create an orb of light, Rias, quite wisely, had us practice with magic outside.
I also spent quite a bit of time trying to get Koneko to talk to me, only to be ignored at every turn. this had a rather negative impact on both my temper and my already tenuous control over my magic, leading to a moment while practicing with Akeno where I lost control and got burnt for the fifth time and ended up snapping at her and storming of. she eventually found me a few hours later sat on the roof watching the sunset with Lexura in my lap.
"Sorry i snapped at earlier you, " i said as she sat down next to me, "you were only trying to help."
"thats ok, you've had a lot on your mind lately," said the lightning user, "want to tell your big sis whats wrong?"
I gave Akeno a look before sighing and looking back out over the valley, absently petting the little dog in my lap.
"Its Koneko," I said, "ever since the Forest shes been really distant with me and it seems to have gotten worse since Riser showed up."
Akeno gave a giggle, making me give her a look.
"isn't it obvious? she's jealous."
i blinked in confusion.
"Jealous?" I asked.
Akeno nodded.
"Well, i suspect she's also mad that you didn't help her with the slime in the Forest, but the Jealousy is the main thing."
I nodded sagely before slamming my head into the buttress i was leaning against, shattering the stone.
"ARRR! I don't understand girls!" I yelled, my voice echoing around the valley.
"Thats the idea sweety," said Akeno, "there isnt a man alive who understands there other half, thats what makes life interesting."
I just glared at the Queen.
"Alright, I'll bite, why is Koneko jealous?"
Akeno looked at the small ball of fur in my lap.
"Seriously? shes jealous of Lexura?" I asked incredulously, "why the hell would she be jealous of a dog?"
"Well, the real reason is hers to tell, but she does have a reason," said Akeno, "Besides that, she probably thought you were looking at Rias and I in the Forest."
I blinked.
"Okkkk, that doesn't explain why she would be jealous," I said, "I mean its not like she…"
I trailed off before punching myself in the face.
"IDIOT!"
"Finally realised it, right?" asked Akeno, "She likes you and it looks like the feelings mutual."
I nodded.
"Well, looks like I win the pool then."
I gave her a look before sighing and leaping of the roof, spreading my wings to slow my fall and keep from creating a huge crater when i landed, just in time to hear Asia call everyone for dinner… which consisted of mostly potatoes and onions. and i can't stand onion.
"Next time, I'm cooking," I said, glaring at the offending vegetable.
as we were eating, talk turned to taking a dip in the hot springs behind the house. Issei reacted predictably, especially when Rias asked him if he wanted to join them on the girls side.
"HELL YEAH!" yelled Issei.
"What do the rest of you say?" asked Rias, looking at the other girls, "I would hate for anyone to feel uncomftable."
"Sure." "I don't have a problem."
said Asia and Akeno.
"I'd rather die," deadpanned Koneko.
"Sorry Issei, looks like you won't be joining us tonight," said Rias as the perv collapsed to the floor sobbing.
"I bet she'd say yes if it was Ren," said Akeno.
Koneko instantly turned bright red, something that looked completely ridiculous as her face was still stoic. I wasn't much better as steam billowed from my ears from embarrassment.
"AKENO!"
Everyone else laughed at our embarrassment as we glanced at each other before looking away, faces bright red.
Later, we were all relaxing in the steamy water, in separate baths thankfully, with Issei trying to break down the solid stone wall between the two sides.
"So, you and Koneko huh?" asked Kiba from his spot on the other side of the room.
"Yeah, I guess so," I said, "Still need to apologise and tell her how I feel though. I think I'll wait till after the Rating Game for that though."
"Well, OK," said the Knight, "Just know that if you hurt her, I'll kill you."
I looked at him in deadpan.
"If i hurt her you'll have to scrape me up with a spatula."
Kiba chuckled.
"True, but shes like a sister to me so it had to be said."
The next morning we were all gathered outside as Issei and I stood on opposite sides of the field.
"Alright Issei, activate your Boosted Gear," said Rias.
"Huh, but I thought you said not to use it for the training," said Issei.
"I'll make an exception this once," said the King.
Issei held out his hand and the red gauntlet appeared on his hand.
BOOST!
"Alright, we will begin the spar in two minutes," said Rias, "Ren will be your opponent."
"Cool," I said.
BOOST!
"You used to pass out after just a minute of using your Boosted Gear, right?" asked Rias.
"Right, I would suddenly become unable to move," agreed Issei.
BOOST!
"Even a truck can't move if its load becomes too heavy," said Rias, "The same applies here. your body can only handle so much power. when it became too much, it couldn't move."
"I see, so i just needed to increase my natural strength, right?" asked Issei.
BOOST!
"Thats right," said Rias.
"Plus you have more power to be doubled," I said.
BOOST!
"Its time," said Rias, looking at her watch.
"Right," said Issei.
EXPLOSION!
"That state is a stopper," said Rias, "The doubling of your power has stopped and you can fight with the amount you have now. be careful though, the more time passes, the more the strength will be decreased and moving around with that much power weighing you down will drain energy."
"Got it," said Issei.
"Heh, this is gonna be fun!" I said, slamming my fists together and summoning forth my Sacred Gear. this armour was new, consisting of a reflective red and gold carapace with a glowing light in the center of the chest and the palms. the visor had slits for my eyes and mouth and was gold.
"Really? you copied Iron Man's armour?" demand Issei as he got to his feet from where he had face faulted.
"Just be thankful I didn't go with Thor," I said, "Now lets rumble!"
"BEGIN!" shouted Rias.
I raised my hands and fired a pair of Repulsor blasts at Issei who dodged to the side before shooting forwards. I leaped straight up, releasing a burst from my jets and flipping over the other boy, bringing down a gravity enhanced kick to his head. to my surprise, Issei spun on his heel and blocked my metal clad boot with his Boosted Gear.
"I can see your movements!" yelled the boy, taking a swipe with his other hand and hitting me in the chest.
I was sent flying back from the force of the blow. I staggered back to my feet and glanced down at my chest, only to be shocked as I saw that my armour had cracked. while not my strongest armour, the Iron Man gear was definitely up there from what i had been able to tell. I looked up and saw that Issei now had a small ball of green energy floating in front of him. he drew back his armoured fist and punched the orb, unleashing a massive blast of energy.
"HOLY FUCK!" I yelled and fired my Jets, shooting straight up in an attempt to dodge. i made it, just barely.
I landed and dismissed my armour, turning to face the destruction caused by Isseis attack.
what I saw made me very glad I had dodged. you know how in canon he carved that massive trench? well, apparently Issei was even stronger in this world as the trench was twice as wide and deep and had blasted the top of the nearest mountain. I turned to look at Issei wide eyed to see him gaping at the destruction he had wrought.
RESET!
"Right, I want to partnered with Issei in the Rating Game," I said.
END! and thats the end of Chapter 11! next time will be the start of the Rating Game, although weather or not i finish it will be seen. before people question the Iron Man Armour, that was me wanting to try something a bit different. its unlikely to come up again. the Harem lists haven't changed and no matter how much people ask i will not swap Xenovia and Irina, so stop asking.
I will also not be using any girls from HSOTD, smoking hot as they are. the reason for it is the same reason i'm not using the girls from RWBY. i could put them in the world but without the experiences of a Zombie apocalypse or as Huntresses respectively they wouldn't be the same characters.
I also had someone ask if the Campione crew would be having a big impact. the answer is yes, i just don't know when. I have planned ahead with this story, but its more of a guideline so i know what events will be happening. I do know that Ren will be getting involved in the events of the Campione Anime and will likely end up with Yuri and maybe Liliana. I also have a plan to explain the difference between Heretic Gods and the Gods that appear in DXD.
now I've gabbled enough, so all I have to say is review and get cookies from Yuri!