The Galactic Knights: Formation
The Origins Arc
A/N: Pluton has arrived on the scene, but he has separated the knights from their allies. In their tired conditions, the knights attempt to fight against Pluton. Will they succeed against the powerful foe? Will they fall to Pluton's blades? Find out in 'Chapter 14: Trapped in Northhaven.'
Disclaimer: I do not own anything related to the Dragon Ball Z, Bleach, Naruto, Inuyasha, Fairy Tail, or One Piece.
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"Talking"
'Thoughts'
Chapter 14: Trapped in Northhaven
Pluton stands up, as he looks around the area staring at the groups inside and outside the barrier that he just formed. His eyes eventually come across a familiar face. He smirks a bit before taking a few steps forward towards the knights in front of him. Travis, Goku, Ichigo, Naruto, Inuyasha, Natsu, and Luffy prepare to fight the villain in front of them. For the moment, Pluton turns his attention to somebody on the outside.
"Well, well, well, if it isn't Lady Chloe," said Pluton. "I'm surprised you're still alive and kicking."
"Isn't that rude?" exclaimed Austin from the audience.
"Well, well, well, if it isn't Little Pluton," said Chloe.
"Isn't he bigger than us?" questioned Garrett.
"Shut up," said Mira.
"I'm not surprised you're still spitting out bullshit," said Chloe.
"Damn, she got him there!" exclaimed Garrett.
"You better shut your servants before I rip their throats out," said Pluton.
"At least they have brains unlike your shadow monsters," said Chloe.
"I'm not sure if that is a compliment or an insult," said Austin.
"Shut up!" shouted some of the other Elite Guards.
Pluton sighs as he turns his attention back to the knights in front of him. These pathetic fools think they stand a chance against him. They barely survived last time, what makes them think they will fare any better. The only person Pluton considers a threat is Travis, since he has proven himself a threat long ago. However, the other six have done a decent amount of damage if the recent events are any indicator. Regardless, he will eliminate all seven of them, here and now. Pluton takes a few steps forward as the knights prepare to fight.
"Want to die so quickly?" asked Pluton. "Very well, the first one to charge will die first. Fair enough?"
"Well, since you made the first step, then it is you," said Travis to Pluton causing the silver-haired man to frown.
"Is that so?" inquired Pluton. "You will regret not killing me years ago."
"Honestly, I thought I did," said Travis as Pluton appears in front of the group.
The silver orbs in Pluton's hands form into two saber blades as the silver-haired man charges forward hitting Goku and Ichigo. The force of the impact sends Goku and Ichigo straight into the barrier, but it manages to keep them inside. Travis charges at Pluton, as the silver-haired man dodges the attack striking Travis in the chest. He grabs Travis neck and lifts the smaller man from the ground. Pluton's seven-foot advantage allows him to stand over most people and it gives him a sense of dominance. Naruto and Luffy slam their fist into Pluton's stomach causing him to take a few steps back as Inuyasha charges forward slashing his sword upon Pluton's chest forcing him to drop Travis. Pluton grumbles in pain as he grabs Inuyasha's leg before slamming the half-demon into the ground. Naruto creates five shadow clones as they charge at Pluton. Pluton turns around to attack the five clones, but two of the clones slam Rasengans into the ground causing a large amount of dust to form. Suddenly, a Rasenshuriken flies at Pluton, who jumps into the air to avoid the attack. However, another Naruto appears in front of Pluton slams a Giant Rasengan into the Pluton's abdomen. Pluton coughs as he looks into the toad eyes of Naruto. To Naruto's surprise, Pluton grabs him as two saber swords pierce Naruto chest. Suddenly, Naruto disappears in a puff of smoke causing Pluton grumble in annoyance. However, this leaves him open as Goku returns, in his Super Saiyan 3 form, kicking Pluton in the back before grabbing the silver-haired man's leg and tossing him to the ground.
Pluton slams into the ground, but he almost stands back up immediately. Just as Pluton straightens up, Luffy and Natsu punch Pluton the stomach and chest, respectively. The two fighters unite their strength unleashing a series of attacks forcing Pluton to take a few steps back. Luffy unleashes of wave of attack as Pluton creates a silver barrier around him stopping Luffy and Natsu's attack. Naruto returns as he slams a Giant Rasengan into the barrier only to fail. Inuyasha steps into the battle as his Tessaiga glows red.
"Red Tessaiga!" shouted Inuyasha as he hits the green barrier breaking it into pieces.
"What?" questioned Pluton as Ichigo returns striking Pluton in the chest.
Pluton slams his hands together creating a powerful shockwave sending everyone soaring backwards. However, Travis keeps his ground as he shouts while releasing a large amount of power. Gold electric sparks surround his body as two large wings appear. Travis' red eyes stare at Pluton as he takes a few steps forward. In a second, Travis appears in front of Pluton slamming a powerful knee to the silver-haired man's face. Travis begins to unleash a series of attack upon Pluton, but soon the larger man begins to regain his composure and starts blocking a few of the attacks. Eventually, Pluton begins to fight back forcing Travis to dodge, block, and attack. Travis and Pluton exchange a series of blows causing numerous shockwaves with each connection. Travis appears to Pluton's left side kicking the larger man away. The gold warrior follows Pluton as he strikes the silver-haired man into the ground. Travis charges forward connecting a powerful kick into the man's abdomen while creating a large shockwave. Suddenly, Pluton grabs Travis' head and then slams his own upon it. Travis stumbles backward as Pluton grabs him in a bear hug.
"You fool," said Pluton. "It took everything you and Lloyd had to beat me six years ago. What makes you think you can beat me alone."
"I-I am not a-alone," said Travis as he tries to breathe.
Goku appears punching Pluton with full force as a Super Saiyan 4. Pluton grunts in pain as he drops Travis while trying to turn towards Goku. Goku upper cuts Pluton sending the silver-haired towards the sky while the super saiyan appears above him. Goku slams his elbow to the man's head sending him crashing to the ground. Goku charges downward as Pluton jumps back up with blood dripping down his head. Pluton dodges the attack as he knees Goku in the stomach. Soon, Pluton grabs Goku's throat and begins to squeeze as Travis returns slashing Pluton's back. Pluton drops Goku as he creates a spear from his orbs. Travis slams his swords into the silver orbs only for pure energy to bounce back. Travis grunts in annoyance as he begins to block and dodge Pluton's spear. Goku attempts to attack Pluton, but the silver-haired man kicks Goku in the stomach while hitting Travis. Pluton sends the two warriors crashing down as he gathers energy in his left hand ready to blow them to pieces.
"Weaklings!" shouted Pluton. "That's all you are! Weakl…."
Ichigo cuts Pluton's in the back as he kicks the silver-haired man down. The substitute shinigami charges forward attack with full force as he is using his Bankai Maximum form. Ichigo's long hair waves in the air as he unleashes a powerful Getsuga Tensho upon Pluton sending the man crashing to the ground. However, Pluton stands back up with more blood dripping from his chest. He looks at Ichigo with hate in his eyes. Ichigo charges forward, moving as fast as he can. Soon, he stands to Pluton's right side and swings his zanpakuto at the larger man, but Pluton dodges the attack as he creates a club from his orbs. Pluton hits Ichigo with tremendous force slamming the shinigami into the ground creating a large crater. Ichigo shouts in pain as blood spits from his mouth. Suddenly, Travis and Goku appear hitting Pluton the back as they unleash a flurry of attacks. Pluton grunts in annoyance as he creates another barrier, but Travis jumps back before charging forward piercing the barrier as if it was butter. Travis hits Pluton with full force as Goku appears above the silver-haired man hitting him to the ground. Ichigo stands back up as his body aches, but he ignores it while rushing forward again. He appears above Pluton, who is lying on the ground, then strikes with another Getsuga Tensho.
"Damn you all!" shouted Pluton as he jumps up with more wounds as he punches Ichigo in the stomach sending him straight into Goku.
Travis charges at Pluton, only for the silver-haired man to dodge and slams his fist into Travis' back. Pluton raises his fist, ready for another hit, as Naruto appears, kicking Pluton in the back, while in his red fox mode. This only pisses the man since everyone wants to hit him from behind. Naruto jumps back to avoid Pluton's attack, but he is unable to as Pluton moves again, appearing in front of Naruto. Pluton summons gauntlets as he punches Naruto in the face and follows it with a kick. Naruto grunts in pain as Pluton grabs Naruto's neck before flying towards the sky. Naruto tries to struggle from the dark man's grip, but he soon realizes he is far above ground. Pluton smirks as he releases Naruto allowing the blonde shinobi to plummet towards the ground. However, Naruto creates a clone and uses it to slow himself down. He creates another clone to slow himself further and continues this until Pluton charges forward, annoyed by the boy's strategy to survive. Pluton clothesline Naruto sending the shinobi soaring towards the ground. Suddenly, Goku grabs Naruto landing him softly on the ground as Pluton charges at the two men. However, Travis and Ichigo attack Pluton sending him backwards towards the ground. Naruto charges forward creating three clones as they create Giant Rasengans. The four Narutos strike the larger man with the Rasengans sending him crashing into the barrier.
"You have just signed your death warrants!" exclaimed Pluton as he stands back up causing Travis, Goku, Ichigo, and Naruto to sigh in frustration.
"Just die already!" shouted Travis.
Pluton shouts in anger charging forward only for a demonic blast to strike him down. Inuyasha appears above Pluton unleashing another Wind Scar hitting the silver-haired man directly, while in his silver demon form. Pluton grunts in pain, but he stands up shooting an energy blast at Inuyasha hitting the half-demon. Inuyasha lands on the ground in pain as Pluton charges at him. However, the half-demon raises his sheath creating a barrier that stops Pluton's attack, but Inuyasha realizes the barrier will not hold. Pluton continuously hits the barrier causing numerous cracks to appear. Travis and Goku attack Pluton sending soaring away from Inuyasha. Ichigo throws Naruto, who grabs a Rasengan. He slams the Rasengan into Pluton, who is aware by the teamwork. Somewhere, they changed and now it is more important to eliminate them. Pluton grunts in pain, grabbing Naruto before the shinobi disappears in a puff of smoke as Inuyasha jumps forward slashing Pluton with his Tessaiga. Pluton stumbles backwards as Inuyasha attacks again and then again. Inuyasha jumps back as his sword changes into diamond as he unleashes Adamant Barrage. The attacks hit Pluton, who lands on the ground in pain. Pluton grumbles as his hands hit the ground, his fingers digging into the dirt as he tries to sit up.
"How is this possible?" asked Pluton as his eyes stares at the group in front of him. "How are you working so well after your little fallout from before?"
Pluton stands back up, but the moment he does, Natsu comes crashing down hitting the silver-haired man with a powerful flaming punch, while in his dragon force form. Natsu unleashes a barrage of attacks forcing the silver-haired man to take step after step, backwards. Suddenly, Pluton grabs Natsu's hands before head butting the dragon slayer. He prepares to snap the pink-haired mage's neck, but Inuyasha and Ichigo attack Pluton again. However, the silver-haired man turns around to blocks their swords only for Naruto and Goku to flash in front of him slamming a Rasengan and Ki attack upon his stomach. Pluton coughs in pain as Natsu slams a wave of fire upon his back as Travis appears above Pluton unleashing a wave of energy as the others jump out of the way avoiding the attacks themselves. Unfortunately, for Pluton, the attacks hit him causing a wave of explosions to occur. Travis, Goku, Ichigo, Naruto, Inuyasha, and Natsu land next to each other, as they wait for any signs of life, from the cloud of smoke. Soon, an approaching figure answers their question as Pluton walks forward with his body shaking in pain.
"I-I r-refuse to be overpowered b-by a group of f-fools!" exclaimed Pluton as he charges forward only for Luffy to appears and kick him with a swing of his rubber leg.
Luffy charges at Pluton, showing signs of his golden gear form, as he attacks the silver-haired man with numerous punches with Haki powering his attacks with tremendous force. Luffy upper cuts Pluton, but the dark man regains his composure, grabbing Luffy before tossing the rubber pirate to the ground. He knees Luffy in the stomach causing the pirate to spit out blood as pain runs through him. Natsu kicks Pluton in the head as Goku and Ichigo unleash a series of attacks. Travis and Inuyasha begin to attack Pluton from the back as Naruto slams his knee into Pluton's face. A few seconds later, all seven men begin to attack Pluton, unleashing numerous attacks. Pluton tries to fight back, but nothing he does is able to turn the tides. Pluton raises his arms, but Natsu and Naruto kick his legs causing to drop his arms to the ground to catch his balance. As he lands on his knees, the seven men strike simultaneously sending Pluton to the ground.
"I've had enough!" shouted Pluton as he unleashes a tremendous amount of power.
Black wings grow on Pluton's back as his eyes begin to glow silver. He looks around, unleashes a whirlwind of energy attacks sending the seven men soaring backwards, each hitting a part of the barrier. On the outside, Orion clenches his fist realizing the men are becoming tired. They might have brought Pluton to his knees, but the dark man is now beginning to unleash his full strength. Orion notices the group of shadow monsters entering the castle, meaning the monsters now trap them inside the castle.
"Orion, I'll break the barrier," said Chloe. "I want you to grab the knights and everyone is to retreat to the kitchen, is that clear?"
Everyone nods his or her heads in understanding as Chloe raises her right fist. Soon, she slams it into the barrier causing it to crack before breaking apart. Suddenly, Chloe falls backwards as Tonis and Helena catch her.
"That took a bit," said Chloe.
Orion charges forward creating a large seal, which hit Pluton sending the silver-haired man crashing in the castle wall. Orion creates seven more seals as he grabs the knights and begins to run. Travis' officers and the Elite Guards begin to run with Chloe as they enter the castle building before looking for the kitchen to hide. After five minutes of running, the group finally reaches the kitchen, entering the building as Orion places a large seal to the only entrance to the room. They hear the sound of shadow monsters banging on the door causing it to creak.
"The seal will last for a few hours," said Orion as he begins to heal the wounded knights.
As Lucia and the other healers begin to help, Chloe sits down as she begins to think about her past. She looks at Travis before a memory comes to her. A man with black spiky hair, black beautiful eyes, and nice well-built body walks up to her. Her heart begins to beat rapidly as this man approaches her as she smiles at him. She is about to reach out for him until the images disappears as she return to reality. She notices Lucia kissing Travis, despite the situation. She looks around and takes notice of the knights recovering with some of the Elite Guards looking on with frustration. Perhaps, it is time.
"Travis," said Chloe catching the attention of everyone. "It is time I tell you about the day the shadow monsters first rose. Perhaps everyone will have a better understanding on more than just the monsters."
Chloe's words confuse everyone before they decide to sit down and rest for the moment.
"Old hag, we don't have time for this," said Leon as Chloe's glare causes him to swallow hard.
"We are not going anywhere, anytime soon," said Chloe. "Plus, I doubt Pluton will be moving with the wounds you guys gave him."
Everyone remains silent as Chloe takes a deep breathe, looking towards the ceiling of the room, before she turns her attention back to the others.
"It started a year after the victory over the War God," said Chloe. "The day the Megalos Empire released the magnificent flying ship, Asliam, over three thousand years ago."
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A/N: This is the end of chapter fourteen. Once again, another chapter completed in a few hours. I hope I am not going too fast, the last thing I need is to ruin the quality of the chapters. However, I think I did quite well with this chapter. Now, for an important note. The next ten chapters will take place in Chloe's past, which is the purpose of calling this 'The Origin Arc.' Now, thanks for reading and please review.