I've kinda been waiting a while for the time I would write this chapter. Not sure why. Well, let's go!

The search for the Halberd ship had led the three soldiers and the two young boys quite a distance. But they had finally managed to find it still motionless the sky. It was above a large snow covered mountain, the mass of red clouds surrounding it as usual. But they were surprised to find another ship not too far in front of it. Marth recognized it to be the Great Fox, the ship that Fox and Falco had told him about. It was firing an endless barrage of green missiles and lasers at the Halberd, which was firing back with it own artillery, though the Great Fox had a large shield to block off it's attacks. The five witnessed the scene happening above from the base of the snowy mountain.

"So, Meta Knight, that's your stolen ship?" Lucas asked.

"Yes. This might be my one chance," He took a few steps forward, spreading his wings before he looked back at them, "I'm going to see if I can infiltrate it. Stay here in case something happens."

"Okay. Be careful," The prince answered.

"You too," The knight spoke before he took off, flying up the side of the mountain that was mostly untouched by the snow. His wings allowed him to climb much faster.

As he climbed the mountain, he came to a stop, landing on one of the rock trails, when he saw something. He noticed two small figures climbing the mountain at a fast pace. They both looked young and were covered in thick, warm clothing, one in a light blue color and the other a bright pink. They were effortlessly scaling the mountain and didn't even seem to be aware of the situation that was occurring above. Not wanting to focus too much on that, he continued to scale up the mountain.

The two young climbers came to a stop on a rocky edge, the young girl pulling her friend up and giving him a smile.

"Are you okay?"

"Yeah, I'm fine. Thanks!"

The two were interrupted upon seeing the small round knight climbing up the mountain with his wings helping him, letting him pass by them effortlessly.

"Whoa, that guy was fast!"

The boy looked to his friend, "Well, let's catch up to him and show just how good we are!"

She nodded and the two followed after Meta Knight, quickly able to catch up to him.

"HI THERE!"

Meta Knight nearly stumbled at the sudden set of voices and looked to his side to see the pair of climbers, who were easily keeping up with him.

"Who are you two?"

"I'm Popo," The boy answered.

"I'm Nana," The girl answered.

"We're the Ice climbers!" The two answered together.

Meta Knight stopped on one of the paths and the two climbers stopped next to him.

"Who are you, mister?"

"Meta Knight."

"Hi, Meta Knight. What are you doing h-"

"CAREFUL!"

The knight suddenly pushed the two aside and slashed his sword fast enough to cut through a Primid that was charging for the two climbers, defeating it upon impact.

"W-What was that?!" Nana asked, pulling her friend up.

He looked to the duo, "So you don't seem to know. Take a look up."

The duo looked up the mountain, seeing the two ships fighting within the air above the mountain.

"Huh? What's going on up there?"

"They're trying to take down my ship, but I have to get to them before they can get away. This could be my only chance to get it back."

"Someone stole your ship?" The question was met with the knights nod.

"Well, then let us help you, Meta Knight. We're expert climbers, we can take you up the mountain in a flash."

"I don't know. I don't want to bring you two into danger. Those monsters are nothing to be careless around."

"Don't worry," The duo pulled out two wooden hammers, "We're always prepared for anything."

Seeing their determination, he nodded, "Very well, but stay close."

The three climbed up the mountain together, the Ice Climbers expertise making the journey much easier, even with the creatures that relentlessly attacked them throughout the trip. Primids, Shellpods, Bucculus', Poppants, Tickens, Floows, Metal Primids, Glices, Shaydas, Spaaks and Towtows blocked their path, but the three were able to fight against them as they scaled the mountain, reaching the snow covered land until they eventually made it to the top clearing.

The Ice Climbers reached the clearing first, jumping up and down in joy, "Yeah! We made it!"

Meta Knight reached the clearing as well and looked at the duo, "Thanks for the help. I should be fine now."

"Wait! What's that?"

Popo pointed up and Meta Knight followed his gaze. On the very top of the pointed mountain was a figure, standing on one leg on the tip effortlessly. It was a humanoid figure covered in dark blue fur, low hanging ties fell from its head and a tail lightly swayed now and then. It's chest and back of both hands exposed long spikes and its eyes were currently closed. Once it seemed to take notice of their presence, it opened its eyes and stared down at them.

"You, knight who has made it thus far," It spoke in a rather deep male voice, even though it didn't open its mouth, likely speaking through telepathy.

"Are you speaking to me?" Meta knight asked, seeing it was staring particularly at him.

"Answer me this. The ship above us, that belongs to you, does it not?"

"Yes, it does."

"Then you surely know of all the damage and suffering your contraption has caused to this world. How much it has upset the balance of nature and life."

He was taken off guard, "What? I've done nothing wrong."

"Then you dare to deny your crimes against us? Very well," The figure jumped from the spire and landed in front of him, its hand beginning to glow in what seemed like a light flame, "Then I will be forced to unleash the rage you have caused to this world."

"What?! Just who are you?"

"I am Lucario. And your reign of terror against this world will end now."

Knowing that there was no way of reasoning with the being, Meta Knight gripped his sword and readied himself. Popo and Nana both gulped in unison at watching the two. They wanted to intervene, but couldn't find the right words to stop them, and watched as the two began to fight.

Meta knight fought with all his strength, but he had to remain on guard fighting against someone he had no knowledge of. Lucario was a skilled and powerful fighter, and Meta Knight found himself being caught off guard from his opponents unpredictability. And perhaps it was just his exhaustion, but Meta Knight could have sworn that with each passing moment and every time he landed a hit on his opponent that Lucario was growing stronger. This came to be Meta Knight's undoing, as with a powerful blast of energy from Lucario's hands, it was all he could take until his trophied body fell on the snow covered ground. Seeing that it was over, Lucario stood up, strong and proud.

"It is done."

"Um...sir?"

The voice of the climbers, who had been silent until this point caught Lucario's attention.

"I am no 'sir', I am a Pokemon."

"Sorry. But, mister Pokemon, did you really have to fight him?"

"It was an obligation. He has caused this realm so much destruction from his ship, I had no choice but to stop his reign of terror."

"But he didn't do anything wrong!" Nana suddenly shouted, "He was trying to get back to his ship, he said someone stole it from him. Besides, he saved me and Popo while we climbed the mountain. If he really is a bad person, he wouldn't want to keep us safe."

The Pokemon stared at them, unphased, "Do you truly believe this man to be of pure heart and intention?"

"We're sure!"

Seeing how strong they spoke, Lucario closed his eyes and the Ice Climbers watched as the ties hanging off his head slowly lifted, hanging horizontally next to his head. Lucario saw the bright pure blue light that covered the two climbers, and looking over to the trophied Meta Knight, the same pure blue light was surrounding his body as well. Opening his eyes, he slowly walked to the trophied figure, contemplating for a moment before he touched the golden base and restored him. Meta Knight slowly sat up and looked at the two climbers and the Pokemon.

"Are you okay, Meta Knight?"

"I'm fine," He looked confused at Lucario, "Why did you restore me?"

"It seems I have misjudged you. With the damage your ship has caused to this land, I assumed your intentions were just as cruel. But, your soul is pure and your intentions harmless. For that, I apologize."

He was taken off guard by the sudden change in mood from the Pokemon and watched as he extended his hand to him. Meta Knight took a moment before he reached to grab it.

"Guys!"

Popo interrupted them and pointed to the sky. At some point during the fight, the Halberd had gotten the upper hand and was able to grab the Great Fox with the latches of the clawed arms, pulling the smaller ship beneath it, pulling it along before slamming it into the side of the mountain. The rumbling of the impact made it hard for the four to stand, but Lucario grabbed Meta Knight's arm.

"If you want to board your stolen ship, now is your chance."

Meta Knight nodded and the two moved quick to climb the Great Fox up to the Halberd, as the rumbling caused Popo and Nana to fall off the edge to the ground below.

The next one if rather short, so hopefully I'll be able to put it up soon. Until next time!