Disclaimer: Credit goes to LazerWulf for beta-reading this chapter and for several story ideas (including permission to use characters such as Lyn, Max and Sam). Also a SPECIAL thanks to Ninetalesuk for providing me background of his two Digimon Gods (Granasmon & Valmarmon) and for that giant flashback involving the tale about those aforementioned Gods. Thank again, Ninetalesuk! You're a great guy! And credit goes to Belletiger for providing me creative ideas.

(UPDATE/IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENT 1/18/08): This chapter has now been beta'ed by LazerWulf. What you see here is a slightly shortened version of the original Chapter 21. LazerWulf had trimmed down on some details. Oh and he has announced that Chapter 22 will be most likely the only other chapter he will beta. So everything after Chapter 22 will not be beta'ed.

This will ensure that we will get through this story and move onto the future releases of the YuYuGiDigiMoon universe.

Anyway, onto the story!

Revelations of Darkness and Light! Enter the Rajita Mother Ship!

Southwest Shibuya District/2:15 PM

The clash of two dark dragons commenced.

One was the corrupted form of Joey Wheeler. Thanks to Kuiiza's manipulation, he had assumed the form of the demonic Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon.

The other was the Ka of Serenity Wheeler. In response to the girl's emotions, the dragon was driven to defeat the evil dragon and release Joey from out of Kuiiza's evil influence.

BOOM!

BOOM!

Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon widened its mouth and released four red blasts at the Red-Eyes Black Dragon. In response to the enemy's attack, Serenity's Ka swiped its massive tail across the shielded itself from the incoming blasts. The dark dragon roared angrily and charged to body slam itself onto the Ka.

"Joey! No matter what it takes, I WILL save you!" Serenity declared, her eyes glowing crimson and her hair now pitch black. "Yugi, I ask you, please don't interfere in this."

"But, Serenity! I don't think you can stop this monster alone!"

"You're strength has been cut to less than half. You need to sit this one out. I can assure you that my Ka will accomplish its task! I will NOT fail!" Serenity exclaimed.

Atem didn't say another word and stepped back. Lowering his weapon in hand, he nodded and entrusted his faith in Serenity.

"Ok, Serenity... But, I do not expect me to stand down if you can't succeed. Joey is my friend... My best friend..." Atem said.

"I will bring back Joey. Have faith in me and my Ka."

Glancing over back at the struggle at hand, Atem closed his fists and forced himself to watch the two monsters collide. It greatly pained him to see his friend, now a monster, being blasted by Serenity's Ka.

"Come back to us, my friend," Atem closed his eyes.

Meanwhile, Lyn was tending to Seto and tore a piece of her sleeve off to wrap around a cut on his right arm. Mokuba helped to tighten the cloth around his brother's arm.

"Man, I'm telling you, Mokuba. This has gotten crazy! I mean Serenity's Ka has already pushed that monster to its limit."

"You said that her Ka may be stronger than yours?"

"At the moment, yes. Our Ka draws its strength from our Ba, which is influenced by our will and our emotions. Think about what Serenity is going through right now. Her brother has been transformed into a monster, and the person who saved her from a similar fate is now dead," Lyn stated. "Serenity has more of a reason to win this battle than any of us, so I'm not surprised her Ka is more powerful than mine. She's finally standing up for herself and fighting her own battle to save the dearest person in her life: her brother. I can definitely sympathize with protecting a loved one. I do have my brothers to protect after all. God knows I'm worried about them now."

"So, you think Serenity's Ka can win?"

"It depends on Serenity. As long as she believes she can win this and save her brother, she will, but if her willpower falters, then her Ka will grow weaker and then all hope is lost."

"Right, well, let's hope she doesn't falter."

"How is everyone else?" asked Lyn.

"Tea, Tristan and Duke seem to be fine, though they're still in shock over what just happened. Not that I blame them, of course. Mai hasn't taken her eyes off the battle."

Lyn watched the four from the corner of her eye and turned back toward the struggle between the two dragons. She picked herself up from the ground and gasped. "My god... Just look at them go. Heh, I have to admit, she's good. Damn good. Now, save your brother, Serenity, and avenge Morpheous. I know you can do it, just don't give up!"

The Red-Eyes Ka slammed its head directly into the Darkness Dragon's side and knocked it back. Serenity watched with hope that it had managed to do more than stagger the evil dragon.

However, the dark dragon turned around and swiped its claws at Serenity's Ka and slashed it across its chest.

"RAGH!" the Red-Eyes Ka roared and tried to maintain its balance. "RAAAGH!"

"No! You must NOT let down, Red-Eyes! We must defeat this creature of darkness and free my brother from its control! Joey, please! HEAR MY CALL!"

Upon hearing Serenity calling out in plea to him, the dark dragon turned to face her and growled intensely. Just looking at her made his blood boil.

"Joey! I know you can hear me! Try to overcome the darkness that turned you into this monster!" Serenity screamed.

However, the dark dragon ignored her pleas and opened its mouth to launch a devastating fire blast, but Serenity wasn't going to retreat. This was her only chance to save Joey from the Rajita control.

As the dark dragon fired two successive blasts, Serenity braced herself for the coming shots. Even as they came rocketing at her direction, she remained firm and willing.

Then...

BOOM!

Serenity was taken back as her Red-Eyes Black Dragon Ka used itself as a shield to protect Serenity from the blasts. Its back was charred from the two blasts that hit their mark.

But, it only made the Red-Eyes Ka angrier. The eyes of the beast gleamed with anger and stomped forward towards the Darkness Dragon.

BAM!

Serenity's monster put enough force into one tail swipe to knock the dark dragon off its feet. It followed through its attack as it charged across and kicked it in the side. Attempting to pick itself up, the Rajita-powered behemoth screeched and lashed its tail at the side of the Ka's right leg. The Red-Eyes Black Dragon roared and bit down on the monster's right arm.

Letting out a horrifying banshee, the dark dragon violently tried to kick the Red-Eyes Ka off of him. Meanwhile, Serenity's Ka held the Rajita monster down while applying its overall weight to hold it down.

Picking up the dark dragon by tail using its right hand, the Red-Eyes Ka slammed it down. Serenity closed her fists while her eyes gleamed red and her black hair waved behind her back.

"We WON'T give up! Red-Eyes Black Dragon, it's time we put an end to this and set my brother free! For Morpheous!" Serenity yelled with imposing force. Spreading her arms out, Serenity waved her hands across and called out for her monster's attack. "INFERNO FIRE BLAST!"

Opening its mouth, the Red-Eyes Black Dragon fired a burst of six powerful flame blasts.

Each shot hit their mark and dealt damage to the fallen dark dragon. The Rajita-powered monster kicked away while struggling to pick itself up from being on the receiving end of the Ka's offensive. It regained enough strength to pull itself up and snatched the Red-eyes Black Dragon by its right leg.

Realizing this, Serenity closed her eyes and tried to link her thoughts directly with the dark dragon's. "Joey! Joey, can you hear me? It's me, Serenity! Please, Joey, answer me! I don't want it to end this way! Come back to us, Joey!"

The dragon growled while shaking its massive head to clear out the thoughts entering its corrupted mind. The voice of Serenity was quickly being shunned out but the dragon seemingly refused to listen to the girl's pleads.

"Joey, don't resist me! You're stronger than this! You've managed to overcome that mind control Marik placed over you! I know you can do it again! Please, look deep into yourself and realize what you've done! The Joey I know would NEVER hurt our friends! Yugi, Mai, Tea, Tristan, Duke, Lyn, Mokuba and even Seto Kaiba are with you! We're your friends! Please, as a sister speaking to her older brother, respond to me! Can you hear me, Joey?! JOEY! I love you!"

As Serenity continued speaking forth, her eyes started to water with tears and her hands were pressed against her beating chest.

Ba-Bump. Ba-Bump. Ba-Bump. Ba-Bump.

Even the dark dragon's heart was steadily beating rapidly, and soon, it started beating simultaneously with Serenity's.

Mai witnessed the event unfold and pressed her hand against her beating chest. The love she now had for Joey had surfaced and she hoped that Serenity would be the one to free Joey. "Joseph. Serenity... You've grown much stronger than I would have imagined. I can't deny you're MUCH stronger than even me. If there's anyone worthy of saving Joey, it's you, Serenity." She yelled out toward their direction. "DON'T GIVE UP, SERENITY! I BELIEVE IN YOU!"

Listening to Mai's voice echoing out, the dark dragon paused momentarily as it was left wide open for the Red-Eyes Black Dragon Ka to fire yet another devastating blast.

"RAAAAGH!" the possessed dragon bellowed a chilling scream as an image of Joey suddenly appeared and faded within the dark dragon. "SE... SERENITY! SERENITY!" The dragon's tone changed that from a low, imposing demonic voice to that of a young human male. His screams were enough to send chills down the spines of those near and around him.

Joey's voice was slowly starting to come through the demonic dragon's mouth, the first real hint of human vocabulary from the giant monster.

"Se... SERENITY!" the dragon once again bellowed a blood-curdling wail. "Ser... Serenity? SERENITY!"

"JOEY! CAN YOU HEAR ME?!"

"Just look at her! I can't believe that's Serenity!" Tristan exclaimed. "We've got to get her out of there before Joey decides to attack her!"

"I agree! C'mon, Tea!" Duke called out.

As the two boys headed out to pull Serenity from out of harm's way, they immediately stopped and turned to find Tea standing her ground. The brunette had a straight, serious glare on her face.

"Um, Earth to Tea! How about helping us getting Serenity out of the way! She's going to get hurt!" Tristan cried out toward the female.

"If only we had our own Kas... I just hate standing around and idly doing nothing. Serenity needs our support, but she does NOT need us to pull her out of there."

Duke was taken back by this. "Tea?! Do you even know what you're saying? You're talking crazy!"

"Last I checked, I'm perfectly sane, Duke. I really mean it, you guys. Imagine if we had our Kas to protect us and our friends. I mean, even Serenity's managed to tap into a new source of power. If she can do it, we should be able to as well."

"Yeah, but how can we do that? We don't even know where to start and it's doubtful we can summon monsters on our own will!"

"Tristan has a point, Tea!"

"Well, I'm going to try!" Tea retorted as she pushed past the boys. She observed Serenity and witnessed her act of courage by facing the dark dragon. "Serenity, you summoned your Ka in response to losing a loved one. I had no idea you even cared for a guy like Morpheous, but that was an honorable sacrifice he made." Pressing her hands against her chest, Tea closed her eyes. Maybe if I can tap into my Ka if I can find out. I'm not going to give up, Serenity. Once I find that Ka, help will be on the way! Joey's our friend and it's our right to help free him from the alien's dark influence! C'mon, Tea, you can do this!

"Tea! Hey, Tea!" Tristan called out as he noticed the brunette frozen. "Hey, she's just standing there!"

"Man, what is she thinking?! Does she really think she can summon a Ka?" asked Duke.

Lyn noticed Tea standing while trying to summon her Ka. Frowning, she stood up and yelled out toward Tristan and Duke. "Hey, you two! I wouldn't interrupt her if I were you! My suggestion would be for you two to do the same! You three should be able to summon Kas! Believe that you can if you want to save your friend and help Serenity!"

Mokuba blinked confusedly. "Do those three have potential to summon their own Kas, too?"

"Everyone has a Ka, but they have to really dig deep if they want to summon it. Besides, if you can do it, those three can. I believe in them. Now, watch and learn, Mokuba."

"Well? Should we?" Duke asked.

Shrugging his shoulders, Tristan stood by Tea's side and closed his eyes. "Like we have a choice. If Lyn says we can..."

"Then, we'll try..."

"Don't try, guys. We HAVE to summon our Kas. Not only to help Serenity but to bring Joey back," Tea murmured with her eyes still closed.

Shutting his own eyes, Duke focused and could only think about saving his friends. "Ok, I'm ready then..."

"Good..." Tea silently whispered as a pink aura started to cover her body. C'mon, Tea! Don't give up! It's finally time to stop acting like the cheerleader of the team and actually DO something to save your friends! No longer will I be helpless! Those days of me being a hostage and becoming a mind-controlled puppet are over! Ka, whatever you turn out to be... Give me STRENGTH!

Duke focused his Ba as a dark blue aura materialized around him. I can do this. I know I can do this! To think that I was the guy who made Joey wear that corny dog costume after I kicked his butt in a duel. Here I am, staking my own life to save him and his sister. Oh, Serenity... I'm proud of how you're standing up for yourself. Shoot, if you can show an act of courage, then I should be there by your side! And I will! All right, Ka, don't me down! It's time Duke Devlin took a STAND!

Tristan channeled his Ba and was immediately surrounded by a yellow aura. Serenity, Joey, I'm NOT going to let you two down! Whatever it takes, I will make everything right! We'll make everything right by changing Joey back to his normal, goofy self and ending this alien nightmare! Ka... I need your strength... to save my FRIENDS!

Noticing the trio's auras, Lyn smirked. "That's it you guys. Focus... Channel your Ba. Only then can you release your Ka."

"But will they know how?" Mokuba said.

"They will have to learn on their own. There's no time as long as Serenity and her Ka are holding off Joey," Lyn closed her fists. "If they don't successfully bring out their Ka, then we'll have to step in and help Serenity in anyway we can, Mokuba."

"All right!" Mokuba nodded. "C'mon, you guys! Don't you give up!"

"I think they're getting the hang of it. I'm surprised... They're really that determined to save Joey and Serenity," Lyn observed. "But, the question is, how much longer can Serenity last?"

Tea, Tristan, and Duke felt a second wind rush through their bodies and raised their heads, their eyes glowing the same color as their aura.

Then, like Mokuba before them, ghostly images materialized above their heads.

Three Duel Monsters appeared.

"Look at that, Lyn! They did it!" Mokuba pointed out. "Their Kas were just released!"

"I can see that, Mokuba," the blue-haired teen nodded as a smile crossed her face. "You three did it. I'm proud of you. Now, let's see if you can actually handle applying that power."

"But I tired out as soon as I summoned mine."

"Which is why I'm worried. Though, in your case, your body had been beaten up by my Ka." C'mon, you three, don't you dare falter! You're needed to save your friend, Joey! Serenity may need your help!

"Are they actually going to help Serenity?!" Mai blinked in surprise. She then cracked a smile. "Well, what's to stop me from telling them they can't do anything? Let's see those Kas of yours."

Tea, Tristan and Duke looked up to get a glimpse of their released Kas.

Floating over Tristan was a knight in blue armor topped with red protrusions on his shoulders, elbows, and helmet. Silver armor covered his arms and shins. He held a red lance in each hand. His face seemed grayish but was mainly concealed by the helmet over his face. He was mounted on a majestic purple horse with golden hair streaked across the back of its neck along with a yellow tail. Adorning the head of the animal was a helmet that matched Gaia's.

"My Ka is Gaia the Fierce Knight?" Tristan was surprised and immediately focused on the situation at hand. "All right, I'm game."

Duke smirked with satisfaction as his Ka turned out to be a heavy armored knight standing at a massive ten-foot frame. The armor of the intimidating armored warrior was a mixture of purple with yellow sections decorated across. Two notable green gems were embedded on the chest and at the waist. Its head was actually a helmet with a pair of golden horns at the sides of its cranium and a pair of yellow glowing eyes. In its right hand was a massive English long sword.

"Yes! My Orgoth the Relentless! Now it's time to kick butt!"

Finally, Tea's Ka appeared as a teenage girl in light blue and pink armor. She wore matching boots and gauntlets, and held a short blue and gold wand. She had long, blonde hair and green eyes, and there was a Wedjat eye on her broach.

"Dark Magician Girl... your my Ka?"

Nodding in response, she spoke in a child-like manner. "Of course!" Giggling, the Dark Magician Girl twirled her magical wand. "I'm here because you summoned me."

"Wait, so you can talk?"

"Is that so surprising? Now, look, I understand there's a bit of a situation at hand. Am I right?"

"Yeah, our friend is out there fighting a battle that she may not win by herself. That monster she's trying to stop is her brother."

Noticing the two dragons clashing from the distance, the Dark Magician Girl blinked. "You mean... the one whose presence is emitting that ancient Orichalcos power?"

"Yes, our friend was corrupted by one of those Rajita jerks! Please, Dark Magician Girl, can you and the other Kas help us?" Tea asked as she became more desperate then ever before. "I... We want to for once do something to make a difference instead of just standing around!"

"I understand," the female Duel Monster nodded. "Ok, then, Tea. You leave this one with us. Now, all you need to do is direct your command and I will follow."

"Ok then!"

"So, are we ready, guys? Let's just hope our Kas are strong enough," Tristan said.

Duke replied. "They have to be if we want to save Joey. Yugi is out there. We should be standing by his side."

"Then there's no time to lose. Let's go guys!"

With that, the trio marched down to where Yugi was standing and observing the colossal battle between the two dragons. Their Kas followed them as their guardians.

"They did it. Just as you said they would, Lyn..."

Smiling down at Mokuba, Lyn faced the trio advancing onward to the battle and sighed. "I hope they can help Serenity. Despite the numbers advantage we have, it's still not going to be easy."

Mokuba put his hand on his brother's head and closed his eyes. "If only my brother were awake to see this. Oh, Seto..."

Hearing footsteps coming from behind him, Atem uttered a gasp once Tea, Tristan and Duke came into view. His eyes widened in apparent disbelief. "You guys?! What are you doing here?! It's dangerous!"

"Well, duh... That's why we brought backup," Tristan pointed behind him.

As the three Kas appeared behind the trio, Atem was again at a state of shocked disbelief. His mouth nearly dropped at the sight.

"Check out our Kas, Yugi!" Duke grinned as his eyes were still glowing.

"They have Kas just like Serenity?! Unbelievable! But then again, these are our friends, Atem,"Yugi spoke out through Atem's train of thoughts. "I never would have doubted you three!"

"Sure you wouldn't," Tea smiled. "But, look, we can talk about this later. Serenity needs our help and we're just not going to stand by to watch you or her take all the glory!"

"Joey's our friend, too! Mai came back just to give Joey his sword, and if Morpheous can sacrifice himself, then we should be willing to make those same sacrifices! Even Mokuba's done something for a change!" Tristan ranted on.

"Now it's our turn," Duke responded with determination in his voice.

Atem nodded and faced the battle. "You're right. I can't argue with you three anymore. I'm proud to have you as my friends. Whether Serenity wants our help or not, it makes no difference. We'll be doing this to save Joey!"

"YEAH!" the trio responded in unison.

Meanwhile, Serenity remained firm with Joey's sword in hand. Her black hair still flowing down her back and red eyes still glowing.

"Joey... It's almost over. Please, let us end this and change you back, dear brother!" Serenity pleaded. "I don't want to force myself to kill you! I CAN'T DO THAT!"

"Then, you won't have to, Serenity," Atem called out.

As Serenity turned, she saw Atem, Tristan, Duke and Tea approaching her. "You guys...? I said I'd be doing this on my own! I won't need your help! Please, I..."

"Joey's our friend, too! We're not going to stand back anymore!" Tristan responded. "Serenity, please, let us help you!"

"Just now, we've summoned our Kas and they've been itching for a fight," Tea said. "If it's going to take all of us to save Joey, then so be it."

"I know you wanted this battle for yourself, Serenity, but please understand what we're telling you," Duke replied.

"I know, but..."

Atem put a hand on Serenity's shoulder and gave her an assuring smile. "It's okay, Serenity. We're with you. As friends of Joey, we're friends you can depend on. You just trust in my friends and their Kas."

"Yugi... Tea... Tristan... Duke... I..." Lifting her head up, she put on a look of sheer determination. "Thanks, you guys. Here I thought I'd save my brother on my own, but I didn't think about you guys. I'm sorry for not letting you help me, Yugi."

"It's all right, Serenity. I understand you were doing this to stop that monster, but we will free Joey together! Tea! Tristan! Duke! Are you three ready?"

"You bet we are!" Tea responded. "Our Kas are definitely ready!"

"Ok then! There's no time! I don't believe Serenity's Red Eyes can hold out much longer!" Yugi exclaimed.

Tea turned and nodded to her Ka. "Go for it Dark Magician Girl!"

"Time to take charge Gaia the Fierce Knight!"

"Don't let me down Orgoth the Relentless!"

As the three duelists called out their commands, the Kas flew into battle.

"Don't fret, Joey, my friend. It will only be a matter of time before you're restored to normal," Atem murmured and closed his eyes. "They won't let us down, Atem! Believe in them!"

Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon launched himself at the Red-Eyes Black Dragon and slashed its claws across the beast's chest. Unleashing a howling screech, the Red-Eyes Black Dragon collapsed to its knees.

"RAAAGH!" the evil dragon raised its head and opened its jaws. It prepared to decapitate the other with its massive jaws.

Before it could carry out its final strike...

A pink spiraling beam shot from above and struck the Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon's face.

BAM!

Glancing upward, the Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon spotted the Dark Magician Girl hovering with her wand sparkling with pink magical energy. He then felt a sharp piercing stab penetrate his leg and screeched angrily.

That attack came from Gaia the Fierce Knight. It reached in and pulled out his left lance before piercing through the monster's hide with his right lance.

"RAAAAGH!"

Orgoth the Relentless charged from the corner of the dark dragon's left side and delivered a shoulder tackle that nearly caused the behemoth to tip over.

"They got him! Now, just hang in there!" Atem shouted. "Serenity, this is your chance to get through to Joey!"

Nodding her head, the younger Wheeler nodded her head. "Right!" With that, she closed her eyes and channeled a mental link directly to the dark dragon.

"Man! Just look their Kas go, Atem!" Yugi spoke within Atem's thoughts. "Yes, they are impressive. Now, let's see if Serenity can get through to Joey."

Once the Kas were gaining the upper hand, the dragon-possessed Joey lashed out with its tail and knocked Orgoth the Relentless aside. Meanwhile, Dark Magician Girl remained in mid-air flight in hopes of avoiding contact with the monster.

"Joey, can you hear me? I know you can hear me! Please, listen to me!" Serenity projected her thoughts through the Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon.

Slowly getting back on its feet, the Red-Eyes Ka screeched and stalked toward the dark dragon. The other Kas did their best to hold it at bay and giving Serenity's time to approach the behemoth.

"Joey, I am speaking to you through my Ka. Can you hear me? If you can then, please listen to me! Stop this mindless violence! You are being used by those monsters! We're NOT your enemy! As a sister speaking to her only brother, LISTEN!"

Ignoring the attacks from the other Kas, the dark dragon charged forward and head-butted the Red-Eyes Black Dragon in the stomach. Reeling back from the blow, the Red-Eyes stopped and wrapped its arms around the dark dragon.

"RAGH!" No! Kuiiza revealed the truth to me! You guys are in it against me! You've always considered me an idiot and a useless fool! Even Yugi doesn't think highly of me!

"You're wrong, Joey! Whatever Kuiiza has said to you is all nothing but rubbish! Are you truly going to take his word for it? I thought I knew you better than that, Joey. I looked up to you as a strong and capable brother! But, not now... The roles have reversed. It appears I've become much stronger than you, Joey."

"No! I'll show you! I'll kill you all and leave to serve Lord Kuiiza as his greatest soldier! I will NOT fail him!"

"Then, you are TRULY lost! Please, remember all the times you and I spent together. Remember how you've always protected me before our parents separated. You were my hero, Joey. I looked up to you. I was too weak to even take a stand for myself. I always remember you giving me that goofy smile and telling me that everything will be just fine. And you were right... For a while, everything was just fine."

The human side was slowly being shown from the dark dragon. It shook its head while trying to shake off every word Serenity was plugging into his mind. He didn't want to believe anything his own sister was reminding him.

"Joey, I know you're confused right now, but I speak the truth. Would you truly believe a heartless monster like Kuiiza over your own sister? He ordered you to kill Morpheous! I know deep down you hated yourself for being helpless and not being able to regain control of yourself! He's using you, Joey! Morpheous' sacrifice did NOT come in vain. It was because of him I became strong enough to confront you now. He gave me a reason to continue fighting. I will honor him in doing so."

"Serenity... Kuiiza, he showed me..."

"What he showed you were lies. He's doing this to get you to destroy all of us. By eliminating us, he'll move on and try to use you to kill every one of Yugi's friends. Do you want to be used like a tool for the rest of your life? And what happens then? Once Kuiiza and the aliens take over, he won't have any more use for you. He'll dispose of you like expendable trash. Is that what you really want? Please, Joey, for the last time... Come back to us! We need you! I need you! Yugi needs you! Tea needs you! Tristan and Duke need you! Even Kaiba brothers and Lyn need you..."

As soon as she brought up the Kaiba name, the dragon roared out angrily and prepared to unleash a fiery blast at the Red-Eyes Black Dragon.

"So, that's it. It's all because of Seto Kaiba? Look, whatever differences you two have... It's time to let it go. You defeated Seto just now. What more do you want? To kill him? Killing him will not relieve you of the awful things he's said about you. It will only make it worse for you. Do you want to live the rest of your life as a murderer? Because I sure don't want to look up to a murderer. Even I won't forgive you if you kill Seto. What you two need to do is settle your differences, but not through violence. Joey, please, let go all of all the hatred you have in your heart. Allow me to heal your pain, my brother."

With that, Serenity focused and slowly levitated off the ground. Atem, Tea, Duke and Tristan watched on in horror as the black-haired Serenity was floating toward the massive dark dragon.

"SERENITY!" Atem yelled out. "Come back!"

"What does she think she's doing?! She's going to get herself killed!" screamed Tea.

Lyn observed the turn of events with a straight face. "So, she's going to heal him."

"But how?"

"Just watch."

As the dark dragon opened its mouth to fire a blast at the floating Serenity, the Red-Eyes Black Dragon grabbed the behemoth around its waist and restrained him. This prompted Orgoth the Relentless to assist Serenity's Ka and hold the dark dragon's legs. Gaia the Fierce Knight jumped off his majestic horse and pinned down the monster's lashing tail with his lances. Finally, Dark Magician Girl summoned a magical rope and threw it across to close the dragon's mouth shut.

"Now, Joey, please, let's stop fighting. I'm through with violence," Serenity spoke out with Joey's sword in hand. "Forgive me, for what I am about to do will hurt you, but it will hurt me even more. With this sword, I shall purify you of the darkness Kuiiza has subjected to your noble heart."

"She's going to what?!" Tristan exclaimed. "She's going to stab him with that?!'

"Yugi! She can't do that! Not to her own brother!" Duke exclaimed.

"Don't worry, my friends. That sword was entrusted to Joey when he became a Dragon Knight. They were designed to negate and cleanse Orichalcos energy. She's aiming to purify Joey and get rid of the darkness Kuiiza has influenced him with. It will be painful for both of them but I can assure you... Joey will be saved."

Tea clasped her hands together and bit down on her lips. "I hope so, Yugi. Please, Joey. Come back to us!"

Lyn's eyes narrowed as she murmured. "Now, Serenity! It's time."

Mai witnessed this and screamed out. "Serenity! What are doing?! DON'T!" She immediately sprang up to her feet and raced over toward Atem and the others. "STOP HER!"

Overhearing Mai's pleads, Atem turned and gasped. "Mai?! What are you doing?!"

"Why aren't you stopping her?! She's going to use that sword on Joey!"

"No! You have to believe in Serenity, Mai!" Atem exclaimed as he stepped out in front of Mai's direction. "Mai! Don't even go near them!"

"Out of my way, Yugi! I'll go through even YOU!"

Holding the sword in front, she chanted a prayer as a pair of black wings materialized across her back. She then opened her eyes and dived closer. Her heart rapidly started beating as even she listened to her brother's heart pulsating.

Ba-Bump.

Ba-Bump.

Ba-Bump.

Ba-Bump.

The flow of time slowed as Serenity dove closer. Closer. Closer.

The dark dragon unleashed an ear-piercing screech as memories flashed before his mind.

Fond memories of his life as Joey Wheeler. His birth, childhood, times spent with Serenity, meeting and befriending Yugi, becoming a duelist, paying for his sister's operation, his matches from Duelist Kingdom & Battle City, his relationship with Mai & the kiss he received from her and finally to the point where he found himself curled up in a fetal position inside a dark space.

Joey Wheeler opened his eyes and called out from within the demonic beast. "SERENITY!"

SHICK.

The dragon's screeches were silenced as the sword pierced through its chest. Serenity gripped the end of the sword's hilt and contorted with a mix of regret and pain.

Channeling the mystic power of the sword and her own Ba, Serenity unleashed a burst of purifying energy as dark smoke came spewing out. This was the essence of darkness that had fueled Joey since transforming into an instrument of destruction. Serenity's devotion and valiance had conquered the corruption of the beast.

Throwing its arms out, the dark dragon threw off the Red Eyes Black Dragon, Gaia the Fierce Knight and Orgoth the Relentless. The monster unleashed a howling cry and raised its head. Its once massive and intimidating size was quickly shrinking down as more black smoke was engulfed out of the hole in its chest.

Witnessing the events, Mai's eyes widened and dropped down to her knees. Seeing Serenity plunge the weapon through Joey had turned Mai into an emotional wreck. Angry tears flowed down her cheeks.

"No... Joey!"

"It had to be done, Mai, but what Serenity did was save Joey. If..."

"You SHUT UP, Yugi?! What do you know?! You don't know if Joey will live! For all I know, Serenity just murdered her own brother! How can I live with the fact that Joey will die?!"

"Mai!"

"You just shut up, too, Tea! All of you just SHUT UP!" Mai pointed her finger accusingly at Joey's friends. "You all just stood by and did NOTHING to prevent Serenity from stabbing her brother! I wanted her to save him! Not take away his life! Your Kas couldn't even save a human's life! How can I even call you 'friends?!'"

Overhearing Mai's outburst, Serenity heavily breathed and levitated as she had expended a large amount of her own Ba energy. The wings closed and dissipated. Her hair color turned to normal as the red glow in her eyes faded. Her Ka faded away once Serenity's Ba energy deteriorated.

"She... She did it!" Mokuba blinked with surprise. "Did she...?"

"I don't know. Let's not get way too ahead of ourselves just yet," Lyn responded and watched the black smoke. "It's possible Joey may not recover from that alone."

"Wait, look!"

Mokuba pointed to the smoke as it started to clear away.

"Hey, Serenity! I hope you're proud of yourself!" Mai yelled toward the girl's direction.

Lifting her head up, Serenity moaned and felt weakened from a massive loss of Ba. "Huh...? Mai?"

Pushing herself past through Atem and the others, Mai rushed over toward Serenity and stood over her. She kneeled down to glare Serenity with eyes mixed with fueling anger. Then, Mai surprised all as she grabbed Serenity by her shirt and slapped her across the face.

"MAI! STOP!" Duke and Tristan yelled.

"Let go of Serenity now!" Atem shouted.

"You KILLED your own brother, you little...!" Mai stopped herself and cried. "How could you do that?! He was your BROTHER!"

"He's not dead, Mai," Serenity meekly spoke up as her eyes were watering with tears. "Just take a look for yourself..."

The blonde-haired woman watched the smoke clearing away and uttered a gasp as Joey was seen lying on the ground. No longer a giant dragon, he was back in his normal Dragon Knight form. His blond hair, skin color and the color of his armor returned to normal.

"Do you see him, Mai...? He's fine..." Serenity smiled weakly. "I can even... feel his heart beat from all the way over... here." She couched and fell into Mai's arms. With that, Serenity leaned against the blonde female.

"We'll see," Mai scoffed as she put an arm around Serenity and carried her over to Joey.

"Look, you guys! It's Joey!" Tea pointed toward their friend's unconscious form slumped on the ground.

"Yeah but is he...?" Tristan hoped not to wish the worst possible outcome.

"Don't say that," Atem frowned.

Kneeling beside Joey's unconscious form, Mai's eyes were watered with tears. She took a deep breath and slowly lowered her right ear over Joey's chest.

She waited for a heart beat just as Serenity had claimed.

Nothing.

"No... It can't..."

Ba-Bump.

Ba-Bump.

Mai's eyes widened once she heard slow beats.

They were slow heartbeats, but, nonetheless, a good sign.

"Joey!" Mai happily cried and picked Joey's head up. "But, you had a sword pierced through your...!"

"His sword purified the darkness that poisoned his body and it saved his life..." Serenity muttered.

"You mean his sword saved his life...?" Mai blinked. A small smirk curled her lips. "Well, I've seen a lot of crazy things happen since befriending Joey and his gang but somehow I shouldn't be surprised. I shouldn't have ever doubted you, Serenity... I feel like such a fool."

Slightly giggling to herself, Serenity smiled with eyes closed. "No... don't say that... At least, Joey was saved."

"And you were right. Thank you, Serenity," Mai put a hand on Joey's face and stroked his left cheek. Joey, you had me scared, you knucklehead!

"Mai! Is Joey all right?" Tristan's voice called out.

"He's just fine. Just as Yugi and Serenity said he would be... Once again, I feel like such a moron for not believing you all," she apologized.

Tea clasped her hands together and sighed a relief. "Oh, thank god."

"I never doubted Serenity," Atem nodded.

"How about giving me a hand with these two?" Mai asked the boys, specifically Duke and Tristan.

"C'mon, Mokuba, let's go and join up with those two," Lyn put an arm around Seto and picked up him.

Nodding in response, Mokuba followed Lyn by her side. "Sure, let's go! You need help with Seto?"

"Nah, I got him. You'd be surprised how much I can carry," Lyn grinned as she seemingly effortlessly carried Seto on her back. You put up a great show, Serenity. I'm glad you were able to save your brother. Though, I'm quite surprised with Tea and the others. To think they could summon their Kas. This is getting really interesting.

Leaning Joey and Serenity on a concrete slab, Mai and Atem looked at the siblings with relief. Though, Joey had not yet woken up after having been on the receiving end of Serenity's attack.

It was even a miracle both had survived.

"Joey, thank goodness you're still with us, my friend," Atem murmured. "See? What did I tell you? I knew Joey would make it through!" "Yugi, I never doubted you for a second."

"Hey, you guys!" Lyn called out, carrying the limp form of Seto Kaiba on her back. "Good to you're all just fine! Well, except for these three."

"At least Serenity still has enough energy to even open her eyelids," Mokuba said. "You guys were just awesome! I was really impressed with your Kas!"

"As impressive as they may be, none compared to Serenity's. I have to give her credit," Lyn pointed out. "Her Ka was stronger than even mine was when I first summoned it."

Atem and the others were struck with shock as they heard this from Lyn, who had been an active Ka summoner long before Serenity.

"That's right. I'm willing to admit it. That girl had a lot of emotional distress building up inside of her right as she unleashed her Ka. It's no wonder it was so strong."

"I see now but what about us?" Tea asked. "Can we summon our new Kas anytime?"

"Now that you know who they are, yes," Lyn reminded her.

"Anyway, I would suggest we carry these three to some safer ground," Atem suggested.

"Good idea, Yugi," Mokuba agreed.

"Wait..." Serenity barely managed to murmur. She weakly pointed toward Morpheous' lifeless form. "Please... Please, don't forget..."

"Right," Tristan nodded. "C'mon, Duke. Let's go carry that alien friend of Serenity's."

"Why? He's one of them."

"Not anymore he's not. If he sacrificed himself for Serenity, then no doubt he's on our side," Lyn said. "Now, go and help Tristan carry him, Duke."

"Whatever you say..."

"Thanks, you guys..." Serenity smiled as she against her brother's side. "Joey... welcome back, brother."

As Mai leaned near Joey, she uncovered the bangs over his forehead and kissed him. "Welcome back, knuckle head. Now, all you need to do is wake up..."

Barely registering a single movement, Joey remained motionless yet still breathed. For now, he would remain in this unconscious state while recuperating from nearly being killed by his sister.

At the same time, Joey was still in the process of conquering his own darkness from within.

Though, this was a victory for Atem, Serenity and their friends. Even if it came at the cost of Morpheous' life.

"Come back to us, Joey. I know you're still fighting what little darkness is left but please hang in there, my friend. You can and will come back to us," Atem whispered with his eyes on Joey's sleeping form.

Central Digital Realm/Huanglongmon's Castle/2:23 PM

Landing outside the gate, Imperialdramon dropped off his passengers and followed alongside everyone through the entrance. Each Tamer accompanied their digimon partner: Takato with Gallantmon, Henry with Rapidmon, Rika with Sakuyamon, Himura with Inumon, Kazu with Guardromon, Kenta with Marine Angemon, Jeri with Felinismon, Phillipe with Artemismon, Suzie with Lopmon, Ryo with Cyberdramon, and Kotori with Seadramon and Grani. In addition, Jaarin (back in human form), Omegamon, Athenamon, Buster Blader, Amazoness Swordswoman, Flamedramon, Canewomon (with Suzie still hugging the poor digimon's neck), Alphamon, Seraphimon, Ophanimon, Cherubimon and D'Arcmon were also present.

The majestic walls of the passage were carved with ancient digital hieroglyphics. Bright lights shone down from the ceiling and over the group. Looking out the windows, a beautiful forest covered the landscape outside a large, golden castle. Dotting the sides of the passage were 16 massive obelisks, each standing a colossal 32 feet tall. The exterior of the fortification was built with a protective golden barrier, which has barred any dark force from penetrating through. Even Ghidorah would have difficulty of going through this barrier in the event he found it within the sacred fifth territory.

"I can't believe we're actually going to see the fifth sovereign! I didn't think there was one!" exclaimed Kazu. The boy already was shaking with excitement. "Ooo, man! This is going to rock!"

"Getting a little over excited, aren't we, Kazu?" Jaarin teased the boy.

"Well, can you blame him? They keep mentioning that he is stronger than Azulongmon, Zhuqiaomon, Ebonwumon, and Baihumon," Kenta said.

"Indeed, this will be an unforgettable moment for all of us," Guardromon nodded.

Himura approached Phillipe. "I just wanted to state my congratulations to you and Jaguarmon."

"I'm Artemismon now," the Amazon corrected him.

"Yeah, Artemismon... Sorry about that."

"Thanks, Himura. I honestly didn't think my partner would be an Amazon digimon," Phillipe smiled. "But I have to say this is great. I have a pretty powerful digimon on my side."

"Not only that, but your partner is destined to rule over the Amazons as the next queen after Athenamon," Felinismon spoke up.

"Wow, is that true?" Himura blinked.

D'Arcmon answered the warrior of Byakko. "Yes, that is true. Though, the fact she is now Phillipe's partner. Well, Lady Athenamon has not yet decided Jaguarmon's fate."

"I'm happy for you, Phillipe," Jeri smiled to Himura's friend and turned to notice Kotori. "Oh..."

Kotori whispered to Himura's ear. "Is she the girl you're currently interested in?"

"We're just friends, Kotori, nothing more."

"Oh, I wouldn't say that. I can tell you're hiding something, Himura," she lightly elbowed in the side.

Himura sighed. "I can't hide anything from you. Can I, Kotori?"

"Dead or alive, I know you too well, Himura. Look, I have nothing against you and Jeri together. After all, I'm not supposed to be here. I did die after all."

"I know... But I'll never forget you."

"I know."

"Um, hey, sorry to interrupt you two, but we really should catch up with the others," Grani cleared his throat to get their attention and pointed ahead. "They're already waaay ahead of us!"

"Whoops! Hey, guys! Wait for us!" Kotori and Himura called out.

"Geez, those two are inseparable," Seadramon scoffed as he slithered by Flamedramon.

"Hey, you'd rather have those two forget each other? They are close after all," Flamedramon reminded him. "Especially the story I've heard about Kotori's death."

"Who do you think you are talking to? I was the one who defeated Basilikmon."

Sakuyamon's ears perked as he listened to their conversation and remembered the nightmarish images of Basilikmon. Taking notice of Inumon's downcast eyes, she stood beside him. "It's all in the past, Inumon. Let's move forward. We have a new enemy to engage."

"I know, but old wounds will never heal."

"Basilikmon is gone. You killed him with your own hands, Inumon. Even though..."

"Yes, I remember I nearly turned into a monster in the process," Inumon sighed. "I'm sorry, Sakuyamon. I will try and put all of this behind me."

"That's good to hear. Besides, I'm anxious to finally meet this fifth sovereign."

"Yes, Huanglongmon. I've only heard a little about him through Lord Anubimon."

"Takato? Are you excited?" Gallantmon asked his Tamer.

"Of course, I mean this is supposed to be the strongest of the sovereigns! He's the boss of the other four sovereigns," Takato grinned sheepishly. "I'm ecstatic!"

"I'm sure you are, goggle head," Rika remarked. "I mean we probably won't ever get this opportunity again."

"Somehow, I think we will. After all, we are the ones being summoned by Huanglongmon," Henry stated.

"Stopping the D-Reaper and Pharaohmon are major accomplishments and no doubt captured Huanglongmon's attention," Ryo said. "Believe me. He really wants to meet you all."

"Guess we should feel honored then, especially me!" Rapidmon puffed his chest.

Henry poked Rapidmon on his armored chest. "I'm sure he's kept an eye on you, too, Rapidmon."

"Heh, I can see Rapidmon trying to talk smack toward a sovereign," Lopmon snickered.

"Hey! After all, I did lay the smack down on that turkey! Zhuster didn't know what hit him!"

"Last I recall, he recovered and laughed at your attempt," Sakuyamon reminded the cocky ultimate digimon.

"No need to add salt to the wounds," Rapidmon muttered. "Ouch, she knows when to get me where it hurts."

"Hey... will somebody get this blasted kid off me!" Canewomon managed to speak out with Suzie tightening her hold. "I... can't... breathe!"

"Don't worry. We'll get her off of you as soon as we get to Lord Huanglongmon's sanctuary," Alphamon reassured her.

"But I... want her off... now!"

Athenamon accompanied her husband, Omegamon, and walked down the passage. "...And that is how Amazoness Swordswoman and I fused."

"I see. Very similar to how Buster Blader and I merged to become Buster Mode."

"It took our combined effort to defeat that Rajita warrior. She no doubt was a very worthy opponent. To tell you the truth, I wouldn't mind fighting her again. She pushed us to our limits."

"But it's wonderful you successfully defended your kingdom."

"Of course... We weren't going to let those monsters conquer Lady Athenamon's territory without a fight," Swordswoman spoke up.

Buster Blader nodded. "Yes, and saving your fellow knights was crucial, Omegamon. You think they will be strong enough to provide help to the others?"

"Yes. I know they will not let me down," Omegamon said.

"The Royal Knights are amongst the mightiest warriors in the Digital World," Ophanimon responded.

Cherubimon frowned. "Although Dynasmon and Crusadermon still need to redeem themselves in my view. Those two were a part of Lucemon's crusade."

"So were you, if you remember. I'm sure they will redeem themselves, just like you have. No question about it," Seraphimon promptly stated.

"Hey, um, guys! Check this out over here!" Felinismon pointed some oddly-drawn hieroglyphics. "What do you suppose this could be?"

Several of the group members gathered to examine the hieroglyphics of several men garbed in battle armor, a streamlined creature with a bald head & a long tail, a monster with insect wings & a spilt head crest, a blob creature, and a massive dragon.

"Wow, just what are these?" asked Kazu.

"The sovereigns have passed down many legends about powerful warriors engaged in battle against countless of evil monsters," Alphamon explained. "These warriors were said to have been greater than even the Ten Ancient Warriors."

"You're kidding?" Jaarin became fascinated.

"Although, these are nothing more than tales. It is believed they exist in another world like but also unlike our own. It's become quite a popular tale for many digimon after each generation," D'Arcmon said.

"That's neat!" Kenta touched the surface of the wall. "Kind of like a digimon's version of King Arthur or something?"

"Eh, I suppose you could say that, but it looks to me to be more along the lines of Greek epics," Henry rubbed his chin. "Some of those characters on the wall look familiar, though."

"Tell me about it," Himura nodded his head.

"Come now, everyone. We're almost there," Imperialdramon announced. "Lord Huanglongmon is waiting and will not wait any longer."

Nodding his head in agreement, Takato turned to face his friends. "Yeah, let's get going, guys."

With that, the group stopped their sight-seeing and followed the Dra-Warrior along the long passage leading to the entrance of the golden castle.

Meanwhile, standing outside of the entrance of the palace, Anubimon was spotted sitting down on a fallen stone pillar. He noticed the group being lead by Imperialdramon. He jumped off the pillar and to get a better glimpse of the incoming guests.

As soon as he spotted Himura, Kotori, Inumon and Seadramon, he called out to his long-time friends. "Welcome, everyone! What took you so long?"

Kotori pointed directly to where the Underworld lord was standing. "Look! It's Anubimon! He's been waiting for us!"

"What? Anubimon is here?" Takato asked as he saw the Underworld lord digimon. "Boy, am I glad to see him again!"

"What is Anubimon doing here anyway?" wondered Rika.

"Obviously to lead us to Lord Huanglongmon and Granasmon's spirit," Ryo replied to the Digimon Queen's question. "Come on, guys. There's no time for anymore sight seeing."

"Yeah, I REALLY want to see Huanglongmon! We can't keep him waiting!" Kazu pushed past through the group until Ryo tried restraining him. "Let me through!"

"Geez, he's really thrilled about this, isn't he?" Jaarin scratched her head.

"As he should be," Omegamon said. "You children are privileged guests for Lord Huanglongmon. Whatever he needs to tell you, it's important and should aid us in our current situation."

As the group approached the entrance, Himura stepped forward and bowed his head to his old digimon friend. "Anubimon! It's good to see you again, old friend!"

"Same to you and Kotori... I'm glad you two got a chance to be reunited," Anubimon acknowledged the Valkyrie. "And greetings everyone. I am so glad you all were fortunate enough to make it here."

"Nothing we couldn't handle," Imperialdramon stopped his pace.

"And thanks to me. I was the one to get you guys here in the first place," Ryo cleared his throat.

Rika rolled her eyes. "We'll give you your medals, later, Ryo."

Anubimon turned his back on the group and started walking down through the entrance of the sacred castle. "If you all will follow me, I will lead you to meeting the ruler of the center realm. Lord Huanglongmon awaits us."

"Right, let's go guys," Takato said to the group behind him.

"RIGHT!"

Following Anubimon through the entrance, the Tamers, their digimon partners, the two Amazon digimon, the three Dra-Warriors, the two Royal Knights, the three Celestial Angels, the canine female digimon and the others walked down the gate.

A bright light shone from within the center of a massive hall, causing everyone to have to shield their eyes.

"Man, that's bright!" Kenta exclaimed.

"Can someone kill those lights?" Inumon growled.

"Lord Anubimon! Where is this light coming from?" asked Felinismon.

"You'll see soon enough," Anubimon replied while stepping through the bright white beaming light.

"Look ahead!" Ophanimon pointed ahead.

Buster Blader uncovered his eyes while squinting to get a better view of what lay ahead for them. "I see... a throne room?"

"Yes, we're one several steps from entering his majesty's room," Anubimon stated, walking through the beaming light.

Upon entering the center of the castle, the group all gazed at the beautiful scenery and gasped in awe.

The center of the castle was decorated with a mixture of the old medieval gothic architecture and Chinese dragon statues lined up against the walls. At the center of the room was a long golden column of beaming light, which was the source of the gleaming aura that shrouded the castle. However, that wasn't the only magnificent feature of the castle. The guests were not the only ones alone.

There were more gasps of awe once gazing up at the top ceiling of the castle. The ruler of the central realm was floating down from the translucent golden column of light.

No words could describe the beauty and imposing god-like being.

At a length of several hundred feet high, his body was scaly and lined with golden scales of obsidian armor covering the dragon's body. The being's bulky, muscular legs were lined with armor and his feet were equipped with three clawed toes. His arms were covered with obsidian armor and were at a length of several hundred feet. Protruding from his back were three curved spikes stretching from the shoulders. Golden spikes ran down his spine all the way to the tip of his thick, spiked tail. His elongated neck was covered in small scales as his head was covered with a series of obsidian spikes. His entire body was shimmering with a golden aura. Running along the length of his back were twelve orange Digicores with the first four around his neck with more running downward with two rows of four at the shoulders. His head was long and draconian with a set of four red glowing eyes and a mouth lined with large, blade-like teeth.

This was the Ultimate Sovereign, the creator of Azulongmon, Zhuqiaomon, Ebonwumon, and Baihumon, the ruler of the Central Realm, and the Guardian of the Digital Realms: Huanglongmon.

Gazing up at the golden sovereign, everyone was awestruck and frozen stiff. Even those who have seen him were once again mesmerized by the sheer imposing presence of the legendary Huanglongmon.

"Lord Huanglongmon, our guests have arrived as you requested," Anubimon kneeled down and bowed before the mighty golden sovereign.

Moment of silence until...

"WOOOOOOOOOOOOW!" howled Kazu as his mouth nearly dropped. He got down on his hands and knees. "I can't believe I'm kneeling before the great Huanglongmon!"

"Geez, talk about over reacting..." Flamedramon sighed.

"Well, hey, it's only natural that Kazu's acting like this. Besides, it's not everyday you get to meet a sovereign. Let alone the head sovereign," Takato smiled. "I'd do the same..."

Buster Blader and Amazoness Swordswoman were both speechless at the sight of Huanglongmon.

"Well, Buster Blader? Swordswoman? What do you think?" Seraphimon asked the Duel Monster pair.

"His power seems to be on par with, perhaps even stronger than, each of the Egyptian Gods," Buster Blader was awestruck.

Swordswoman nodded. "I have to agree."

Closing his eyes, Imperialdramon listened to Ra's comments on Huanglongmon. So that's the legendary Huanglongmon? Quite a sight. He feels as powerful as I am.

The Dra-Warrior leader responded to Ra's spirit telepathically. He is the creator of the four Digimon Sovereigns and the Guardian God of the Digital Worlds. I would show him respect.

Of course, as one god to another, I could probably understand him better than anyone. Besides, doesn't he have an important announcement for the children?

That's right. So, it's best we listen.

The massive beast spoke in a low yet imposing tone as he gazed down at the group with a peaceful expression. "Digimon Tamers and friends alike, I want to thank you for arriving in my domain and welcome. Ryo, Cyberdramon, Anubimon, and Imperialdramon, you have performed your duties well. Thank you. I do want to apologize to you all for pulling you out of your current war against the invaders, but I believe that I have something here that will help you."

"Lord Huanglongmon! We're honored to be summoned by you, of all digimon," Takato spoke out. "But..." He stopped himself as his mouth dried.

"Go ahead, Takato. You can address anything to Lord Huanglongmon," Anubimon assured the Tamer.

"Well, we want to know exactly why you summoned us here."

"Young Takato Matsuda, I presume? Yes, you are the vessel for the spirit of Suzaku."

Narrowing his blood red eyes, the Guardian God saw the majestic phoenix spirit looming over Takato. "You have done well, Suzaku. You and your colleagues have allowed these four children to harness your mystic powers." Huanglongmon looked down at the other three Beast Tamers. "Rika Nonaka, warrior of Seiryuu, Henry Wong, warrior of Genbu, Himura Tsubasa, warrior of Byakko; you have all done well in the fight against the invaders."

Once he made eye contact with the aforementioned Tamers, the three spirits of the beasts appeared hovering over their heads: the blue dragon over Rika the green turtle over Henry, and the white tiger over Himura.

"And let us not forget to mention the children possessing their own share of spiritual power."

Swordswoman stepped forward as she spoke directly to the Guardian God. "Lord Huanglongmon, I am responsible for granting the other Tamers their new powers. They have been given the Lights of Victory."

"Yes, I witnessed the entire battle against that monster, Medusamon. It's truly fortunate you allowed them to accept these ancient powers."

The golden sovereign peered toward the Victory Tamers and noticed the subtle glows coating their bodies and their spirit beasts behind them: Phillipe's jaguar gave him a yellow aura,
Kazu's rhinoceros gave him a white aura, Kenta's hedgehog gave him a black aura, Jeri's dolphin gave her a blue aura, and Suzie's deer gave her a green aura.

Forming yet another gentle expression, Huanglongmon lifted his elongated neck. "Truly, this is a sight to behold. Tamers, you have been given special, mystical abilities. Use them well in your battle against the enemy. Now, the reason I have summoned you all here is to have you understand more of the Digital World's history, because the decisions and sacrifices made long ago affect the events of the present."

Kotori listened and looked up at Huanglongmon. Grani came flying beside his partner and was utterly awestruck by the golden sovereign.

"Wow, I must say I'm impressed, Brunhilde."

"Yes, I know. I've seen Lord Huanglongmon before but being in his presence still gives me goosebumps. I can't really describe what it's like being around him, though, Lord Anubimon knows him very well."

"Interesting..." the little pony rubbed his chin.

"Lord Huanglongmon, Ryo told us that Granasmon would be here. Well, I notice that he's not here right now," Takato glanced around. "Is his spirit late or something?"

"Believe me. Lord Granasmon is never late," Anubimon assured the child.

"Where is he then?" Henry asked. "He couldn't be hiding."

"That's why we came here. We want to see Granasmon!" Kenta and Kazu both exclaimed.

"I have to admit I'm anxious to see him. Whether he's in spirit form or not," Omegamon said.

Athenamon nodded in agreement. "Yes, I agree."

"Well, we're waiting," Felinismon murmured while tapping her foot.

"I can assure you my friends. Granasmon has been here watching us and listening to our conversation as we speak."

"WHAT?!" the group cried out in unison.

Suddenly, a crystallized orb came floating down from the ceiling and gave off a magnificent golden hue. It floated in front of Huanglongmon and faced the group.

"You mean that orb is all that's left of him?!" Kazu pointed at the floating object.

"Well, that's what he said. That is Granasmon. At least that's what Huanglongmon said anyway," Rika blinked repeatedly.

"Well, what do you think, Seraphimon?" asked Cherubimon.

"It is him. I can sense the Digi-God's presence."

Sakuyamon narrowed her eyes. "Yes, I can assure you that this orb contains an overwhelming power. It must be Granasmon."

"Are you sure about that?" asked Jaarin.

"Very sure."

"Indeed, this is Granasmon. After he sacrificed himself for the sake of the Digital World, his spirit was placed inside this orb. I was born out of the data of his old body, but given a new, separate consciousness. He, even in his state, has bestowed upon me all the knowledge and power to rule the Digital World. As powerful as I am, I must almost always stay confined in this area of the central realm to keep this barrier up. For that reason, I created the four Digimon Sovereign to govern the four individual Digital Realms: Azulongmon, Guardian of the East, Zhuqiaomon, Guardian of the South, Ebonwumon, Guardian of the North, and Baihumon, Guardian of the West."

"Oh man! This guy created the four sovereigns?!" Kazu exclaimed.

"Not surprising. He is the head sovereign," Guardromon said.

"That's amazing!" Henry was flabbergasted.

"So, he created that angry Zhuqiaomon, Takato?" asked Gallantmon.

Takato nodded in reply. "That's right, boy."

"Unfortunately, I have lost contact with my sovereigns. Apparently, they were defeated by Kaiser Ghidorah."

This brought upon utter shock, disbelief and grief from the group. Athenamon, Omegamon, Alphamon, Canewomon, Imperialdramon, Seraphimon, Ophanimon and Cherubimon couldn't believe what they were hearing.

"No! It can't be!" Athenamon gasped while lowering her head.

Omegamon held his wife close to him and sighed sadly. "I'm sorry..."

"No, I can still feel them somehow. I doubt they're gone," Imperialdramon said. "If they had been killed, there would have been major catastrophes in the Digital Realms besides the alien invasions."

"Man, I can't believe that monster defeated the sovereigns!" Himura was shocked.

Takato closed his fists. "That Ghidorah... He's really getting on my nerves!"

"Just what kind of monster are we going to deal with if we ever face him again...?" Rika shuddered at the thought of confronting the Rajita warlord. "We're dead if we fight him..."

Suzie looked up at Jaarin. "Big sister? You mean those four big sovereigns are gone?"

"I don't know, Suzie. I wish I knew..." Jaarin was visibly shaken.

"I mean, if he defeated the sovereigns, what can WE do?" Kenta was uncertain.

"Relax, children. There is still a chance to save them. I know you will overcome this new threat despite the odds stacked against you. I have faith in each and every one of you. But, for now, let us hear out Lord Granasmon. In order to become the Digital World's defenders, you must learn of its prestigious history."

"Aw, man, it's going to be history class all over again," Kazu groaned.

"Hey, better not fall asleep with this guy around," Kenta snickered.

Rika frowned. "Don't worry. I'll make sure you two stay awake." With that, she closed her right hand into a fist. "Got it, boys?"

Kenta put his hands out. "Whoa, hold it! I like history! It's Kazu that sleeps during Ms. Asagi's lectures!"

"Just make sure you don't fall asleep in her class again. After all, she's really a Lycan and may come to eat you when you're sleeping!" Guardromon spooked his Tamer.

"AUGH! Please, don't remind me!" Kazu shook his head while throwing his arms up. "I'll stay awake!"

"That's a good boy," Rika smirked.

Sitting down, Kazu sighed as he rubbed his temples. "Man, if learning Ms. Asagi is really a Lycan is bad enough, imagine what happens if I even dare sleep in her class again. Ok, I really need to listen to Granasmon. At least this is more important than some stupid lecture."

"Ok, are you guys done?" Himura asked.

"We're ready whenever Lord Granasmon is," Jeri nodded.

"Lord Huanglongmon, I do believe they're ready," Anubimon spoke up to the golden beast.

"Good. And now Lord Granasmon... We're ready whenever you are." The Guardian God's eyes were on the floating orb of light.

In response, the ball glowed a white aura and resonated. The Digi-God of Light prepared to explain his back-story and history leading up to his war with the Digi-God of the Yami.

Rajita Mothership/Hangar/2:27 PM

Meanwhile, inside the hangar of the Rajita mother ship, Black Guilmon was preoccupied with building the armor of the soon-to-be awakened Leviathan. In order to accelerate the armor construction, he received assistance from Yamidramon and Atolmdramon.

Marine Devimon was helping General Scorpionus to build him a new robotic body, since Sailor Mars had destroyed his old one.

"Feh, I hope this new body is mobile enough for you," the aquatic demon digimon snorted.

Scorpionus' head bounced on top of Marine Devimon's head. "FASTER! I demand you to work faster!"

"I ought to kick you off my head now."

Skull Satanmon, on the other hand, was standing in front of the enslaved Huskymon sisters, Betamon, Gatomon and Labramon. Dangling a piece of food in front of them, the skeleton digimon toyed with them and snickered. Fuugamon kneeled beside Labramon and pet the puppy's head.

"Good boy, good boy."

"Having fun there, you two? Why don't you be productive and help me find some tools?" Marine Devimon glanced over his shoulder to observe the red ogre and the skeleton.

"Hey, you told us to watch over these slaves and that's what we're doing. We are doing something productive!" Skull Satanmon scoffed.

"Leave them alone, Marine Devimon. They have easy jobs," Black Guilmon wiped the sweat off his forehead and exhaled. "This work would be too much for them. Believe me."

"I suppose you're right."

"So, what's the plan? We ditch this place after we're done?" asked Fuugamon.

Yamidramon responded quickly, "Hopefully."

"Well, we do have two Egyptian Gods: Obelisk and Slifer," Atolmdramon reminded his colleagues. "We'll gather what we need here and get out of here as long as their leader isn't on board."

"Don't worry, my friends. I always plan ahead," Black Guilmon reassured the posse. "We'll be out of here just as soon as we finish constructing the armor and that Leviathan of theirs is awakened. Besides, I've gathered enough tools to construct a special tracking device for the pieces of Valmarmon."

"Yeah, we know about that, but if we hope to flee we must be careful," Yamidramon suggested. "We don't want to give these aliens any suspicions that we'll be abandoning them."

"Somehow, I doubt their leader will care. He's in the process of conquering the two worlds. If he isn't gone by then, we'll awaken Valmarmon to drive Ghidorah and his armies off the planet."

"Heh, Black Guilmon, my friend, I love how your mind works," Marine Devimon praised the genius.

"Though, for our sake, I hope we can escape," Black Guilmon sighed. "Because it will NOT be easy as you may think otherwise." Considering we have two blithering fools on our side who are more likely to screw plans up. Skull Satanmon, please DO NOT lose those two cards!

Digital World/Unknown Sector/2:28 PM

Opening her eyes, a certain Rajita general was regaining consciousness after having been on the receiving end of the Amazon queens' devastating attack. Her body ached in pain as she could barely manage to register movement in her arms and legs.

Her vision was blurry but she was able get a view of the digital blue skies.

"Am I still alive? But, how? I should have bee dead."

Nagah completely opened her eyes and groaned. As she tried moving, her body racked with pain down from her neck to the feet. "Sss, my body HURTS! That... bitch... really messed me up... I'll get her back for this. Mark my words, Athenamon..."

Reaching down into a side pouch on her belt, she pulled out a small capsule device and pressed it against her chest. "I've... got to get back to the ship... and see Lord Ghidorah... Thankfully, I'm his favorite... So he'll give me another chance to make up... for my loss..."

As her pinky managed to press a red button on the side of the capsule, Nagah's body was instantly transported back to the mother ship.

Rajita Mothership/Nagah's Room/2:30 PM

The female general found herself on her bed. Her body was completely broken and her clothes completely ripped after nearly being incinerated by Athenamon's ultimate attack. She dropped both arms on the sides of the bed. Nagah started to breathe heavily while trying to stand up and ignore the threshold of pain racking her toned body.

"Oh, Leviathan... I don't know whether to thank or curse you for sparing me from death. I should have died with Rhea..." she closed her eyes while remembering the scene of her best friend being killed by Artemismon. "That wench killed her! Rhea... I can't believe you're gone."

Wincing with pain, Nagah stood herself up and held her balance until her fatigued body fell down face first. She grunted and knocked a small pouch off of her dresser. "Damn it..."

As the bag hit the floor, several green pills spilled out of it.

"Well... just my luck..." she grinned and reached out for the nearest pill. "Even one of these can heal a completely broken body like mine in seconds." Clenching the pill, Nagah's grin widened as she opened her mouth and swallowed it. "Bottoms up..."

With that, the pill's effect started to alter Nagah's body. Her injuries completely healed and the pain subsided. The cuts and bruises all over her body vanished. Gasping in surprise, she looked down at herself and was speechless. "I can't believe that actually worked..."

Looking down at herself, she noticed the gem she had embedded in her navel was gone, cutting her powers in half. "Feh, I'll just have to train and regain all the power I've lost. I don't need a stupid gem anyway!"

Frowning, Nagah walked away from her mirror. "Rhea, I shall avenge you... But first I need to see Lord Ghidorah..."

With that, she headed for the shower to bathe and to find new battle attire.

Rajita Mothership/Level Four/2:37 PM

The Valkyrie Sailor Senshi and the Spirit Detectives cautiously walked around an empty corridor. Accompanying them were Tuxedo Kamen, the Sailor Starlights, Yui and Dark Gabumon, Aoshi, Cammy, and Max and Sam.

Checking his surroundings, Hiei sniffed out for Rajita scent. "There was a gathering of those filthy creatures here. No doubt they left to take part in the invasion."

"Yeah, it seems really empty here. It kind of gives me the creeps," Kuwabara shuddered.

Sailor Venus scoffed. "C'mon, Kuwabara, it's not so scary in here!" Then, she heard a rattling noise and squeaked out. "Eeeek! Ok, I take that back! It is a little creepy in here!"

"That's me. Sorry about that," Aoshi apologized as his knees were shaking.

"Oh, don't be afraid, Aoshi-kun. We're all here together," Yui calmed her friend down.

Sailor Pluto poked her head out and peeked at both sides of intersecting corridors. She waved out to everyone. "It's clear here, everyone."

"Man, I've been craving for some more action since getting here," Yusuke snorted in annoyance.

"Yeah, I'm rather underwhelmed," Sailor Jupiter nodded.

"Geez you guys are freaking nuts," Sailor Sedna remarked while observing her surroundings.

Kurama viewed the corridor and searched for any presence of the enemy. "It's still best to stay alert. You may never know where our enemies could be lurking. These creatures tend to rely on stealth and attacking with our guards completely down."

"Yeah, tell that to the bruiser we dealt with earlier," Kuwabara responded.

Approaching Brimstone, Mizuno whispered to the behemoth. "You sense anything, big guy?"

"Nothing that I can perceive. We still have plenty of territory to cover."

"Yeah, we're nowhere near close to circumnavigating this whole ship. From the looks of it, it's one large space ship," Sailor Uranus said.

Sailor Neptune corrected her lover. "That's why they call it a 'mothership,' Uranus. Boy, aren't you clueless?" The woman teased Uranus.

"Hey, I've seen enough sci-fi movies to know what a mothership is!"

Sailor Mars rolled her eyes as she paced forward. "Oh, brother..."

"Sister, you think we're anywhere near Usagi-san yet?" asked Cammy.

"I don't know, but we'll definitely rescue her. Come hell or high water, Cammy-chan."

Max sighed as he walked along. "Boy, this is sort of a drag. I mean we haven't had any action in a while."

"Are you really that anxious for a fight?" Sam blinked confusedly. "I'm kind of glad we're moving along without any monsters popping out of a corner."

Max grinned. "You know, this feels kind of like we're in one of those Metal Gear Solid games."

"How do you mean?"

"Well, with all this sneaking around, infiltrating the boss's base..." Max went on and on while Sam listened.

Hearing the boys discussing video games, Sailor Star Healer sighed. "Kids these days... What's with their fascination with video games?"

"Maybe, they're fun?" Sailor Star Fighter shrugged. "Right, Mamoru?"

"I suppose..." Tuxedo Kamen continued to walk forward and retained a serious demeanor.

"He's determined, Yui-chan," Dark Gabumon whispered to his Tamer, indicating the masked man.

Yui nodded. "Of course, he is. I mean he lost his lover. I know I'd be serious about getting someone I love dearly back. Not to mention if my dark half were the one who hurt or kidnapped someone close to me. Like my brother, you or even Aoshi."

Aoshi's ears perked as he heard this from his friend, and he blushed slightly.

Suddenly, Sailor Saturn paused as she put her hand out to halt everyone in place. Her eyes narrowed while observing the corridors.

"What is it, Saturn?" Venus asked.

Sailor Mercury opened her handheld computer and checked for enemies throughout the sector. She quickly spotted several golden glowing dots on the screen. "It appears this sector is not as clear as we may have thought."

"Yes, I can already sense their whereabouts," said Saturn.

Kurama, too, sensed the presence of Rajita soldiers moving. "You two are right on the mark. They're close."

"I'm sensing them, too," Mizuno spoke up as she tightened her fists. "Eh but these guys are weaklings. We can take them."

"It's about time. I was getting bored just walking around," Yusuke chuckled. "You ready to kick some alien ass, Kuwabara?"

"Do you even need to ask, Urameshi?"

"Whoa! We're actually going to fight alongside you guys?!" Max exclaimed.

"Well, of course," Yui nodded. "You two are with us. Now, let's see you put those Kas to good use!"

"Heh, I don't think we'll need to transform into Lady Lupin to beat these guys," Dark Gabumon grinned while shadow boxing.

"You kids stay behind us," Sailor Star Maker instructed. "But don't hesitate to fight back if one of those freaks gets close to you."

"Heh, you don't even have to worry about us," Cammy smirked. "Right, sister?"

"Uh-huh, right," Mars nodded as she stood firm. She looked down both sides of the corridor. "They're going to be coming from both sides. Brace yourself everyone!"

"Right!" the Senshi exclaimed in unison.

Drawing his sword, Hiei channeled his youki through the blade. "They'll taste my blade."

There was a moment of silence with everyone still and not moving a muscle.

Until...

BOOM!

BOOM!

Doors were blown away by explosives as hordes of Rajita soldiers came charging in from both sides. Their feet were heard stampeding down both sides of the corridor, which put everyone on full alert.

Five Draconian Guardians, two Bio-Vivians and three Foxzards appeared from one side and armed with plasma rifles.

"See, what did I tell you? These guys will be a piece of cake," Sailor Venus snickered and stepped forward.

Before long, ten more came out from the opposite side of where the heroes were gathered together. Coming out were five Draconian Guardians, three Brutes and two Foxzards.

"Please, is Ghidorah really THAT desperate to send more of his boys to get slaughtered?" Sailor Jupiter scoffed as she popped her knuckles."

Yusuke looked at both directions and grinned. "So, which of you freaks wants to get it first?" His fists quickly became coated with intense spirit auras.

"Allow me to turn up the heat!" Sailor Mars exclaimed as a fire aura coated her body. The spirit of the phoenix appeared above her while drawing upon its mystical power. "MARS FIRE RINGS!"

With that, the Miko Senshi launched a series of spiraling fire rings, one of which blasted the ground under the feet of the Draconian Guardians.

Kurama somersaulted over behind a Bio-Vivian and pulled a rose out of his hair. The rose transformed into a long, green vine which cleanly decapitated the alien.

"ROSE WHIP!"

A Bio-Vivian came forward to fire his plasma rifle, only to have the shot reflected back at him as Sailor Jupiter blitzed in front of the alien. Grinning widely, Jupiter snatched the weapon out of his hands and bent it in half with her superhuman strength.

"Play nice!" Jupiter quipped as she snatched him by the neck and channeled millions of volts of electricity throughout the alien's body. Dropping the charred alien down, Jupiter winked to Kurama.

"Jupiter, behind..."

Before the red-haired half breed had a chance to warn her, Jupiter punched her fist through a Bio-Vivian's head and vibrated her entire body. In the process, the intense friction caused the alien to explode into dust.

Blowing on her right fist, the Valkyrie walked past Kurama. "Did ya like that one?"

"Very impressive. By vibrating your body, you speed up the molecules of the enemy until they destabilize."

"Um, gee. Really? All I know is I just made that guy go boom. I don't really care too much about how it works."

"Let's just focus on the task at hand, shall we?"

As a Brute came charging forward, Yusuke raced up to it and pummeled it with a series of punches, each one with enough damage to knock it off its feet. Yusuke turned as another incoming Draconian Guardian came forward. The teen dropped down, delivered a fist in the alien's stomach and finishing it with a Shotgun blast.

"SHOTGUN!"

Sailor Mercury formed a water shield as two Foxzards fired repeated plasma blasts at her. Luckily, the warrior's shield provided efficient protection and allowed her time to create an offensive.

"Now!" she called out as she transformed into a large blue seal. Opening her mouth, the seal unleashed a freezing ice wind, which caught the two aliens and turned them in to ice statues.

Transforming back to her Valkyrie form, Mercury blitzed forward and knocked down one statue with a swift kick to its face, shattering the poor frozen alien. Then she shot a spinning back kick to knock the other frozen alien's head off.

"Well, that was quite a rush," Mercury smirked.

Sailor Uranus spun herself into a tornado, catching a Bio-Vivian and shredding it to pieces. The spirit of the griffin appeared before the warrior to bestow her more of his strength.

"Here comes some more!" Sailor Neptune called out as more Draconians and Brutes arrived. "Humph, foolish creatures..." With that, her body quickly transformed into a puddle and slivered across the ground without the aliens realizing it.

Before a Brute could raise a laser blade, it suddenly became frozen stiff and started to become bloated. Its entire body expanded with water spewing out through the mouth, ears, nose, eyes and even forcing the stomach to explode. The giant exploded into a watery pile of blood and slime.

The water puddle started to reform and assumed the form of Valkyrie Sailor Neptune.

"Oh, Leviathan! What is she?!" a Draconian Guardian hissed while backing away.

"And that just leaves you," Neptune narrowed her eyes coldly at the aliens.

Twirling her scythe overhead, Sailor Saturn dropped down and cleaved the head off a Brute with delicate ease. Somersaulting behind the headless brute, she skewered an incoming Draconian.

As another Brute dropped down to slam a giant fist down, Saturn brought up her scythe and cleaved the monster's arm off.

"Ignorant brute," Saturn remarked, wiping the blood off the tip of her scythe.

The Brute attempted to grab Saturn with his other hand. Just as the behemoth drew nearer, the female slammed her scythe down and summoned a purple dome to shield her.

Once the beast made contact with the barrier, its entire body was melted away down to the bone and the flesh completely eradicated. The skeleton dropped in front of Saturn as her barrier powered down.

Murmuring to herself, Saturn turned her back on the bone pile and placed her scythe over her shoulder. "Be gone, you pestilence."

Holding out her Keyblade, Sailor Pluto executed a temporary time stop on two Draconians. As the two alien soldiers were frozen, Pluto blitzed toward the two alien soldiers and decapitated them swiftly with her Keyblade.

A Bio-Vivian charged her from behind and fired a plasma shot.

Pluto reacted in time and deflected the projectile beam right back at the alien.

The alien projected a shield to protect itself from the beam.

Unfortunately, it still couldn't save him from Pluto flying at him, shattering his shield and impaling her Keyblade through his chest. Kicking the dead alien aside, the Time Guardian walked away and gave it a cold shoulder. She would then resume in assisting her allies.

Hiei roared and came down with his sword while skewering a Bio-Vivian. Putting out his hand, the demon incinerated three Foxzards with a burst of dark flames.

"HAA!" Hiei howled as he channeled more power through his dark flames. "PESTS!"

Three Bio-Vivians became frozen stiff as their bodies were starting to turn into ice. They turned as Sailor Sedna pointed her trident at their direction and was continuously firing a light blue beam at the creatures.

As a Brute grabbed the girl from behind, he applied a tight bear hug on her.

It appeared she would be crushed by the behemoth until a smirk curled across Sedna's lips. She yelled out and summoned a freezing wind. The winds surrounded the beast and instantly turned him into ice.

Flipping out of the monster's hand, Sedna landed on her feet gracefully and tipped it over with the end of her trident. The frozen beast fell and shattered into pieces leaving only pieces of flesh and broken ice.

Side stepping an incoming Draconian, Sailor Venus teleported away and reappeared on the alien's left side.

"Ahem, over here!"

The creature launched a beam at the blonde.

Venus teleported again and appeared floating above the Draconian's head. "Man, your aim sucks. How about ACTUALLY hitting me?"

Having heard enough of the female's taunts, the Draconian Guardian launched himself at the blonde and pulled out a laser kitana. He came down with a swing that nearly caught Venus by surprise.

That is until Venus side stepped the alien, teleported to his side to snatch the saber out of his grip and cleave the alien's head off with it.

"And now Sailor Venus with a kick..."

Dropping the headless corpse on the floor, Sailor Venus kicked the head toward the other side of the corridor and threw out a V-sign. "...and its GOOD!"

The Starlights blasted away a pair of Foxzards with their primary attacks. As more aliens came, the trio pointed their fingers and released three beams simultaneously.

Unleashing a focused light blast, Star Fighter yelled out and shot a precision blast that shattered a Bio-Vivian's shield, thus killing him by blowing off his head. "STAR SERIOUS LASER!"

Spinning around above another Bio-Vivian, Star Maker showered the creature with an explosion of lights. "STAR GENTLE UTERUS!"

Star Healer launched a circular blast of light, which caught an unsuspecting Bio-Vivian and completely wiped him out. "STAR SENSITIVE INFERNO!"

Meanwhile, Tuxedo Kamen snuck up behind a distracted Draconian. Wrestling with the alien, the masked man choked him with his cane and crushed the alien's windpipe.

A Bio-Vivian fired a lucky shot directly for the prince's back, but Dark Gabumon came to Tuxedo Kamen's aid and swatted down the beam.

"Nice one, Dark Gabumon!" Yui shouted, rushing toward the alien. "You're mine now!" Clenching her right fist, she delivered a swift, spirit-powered uppercut, which sent the Bio-Vivian flying up into the ceiling. The force of the impact crushed the alien's skull and killed it.

Cammy projected a barrier around herself, Aoshi, Max and Sam from incoming plasma blasts. "Ok, Max and Sam, show your stuff!"

"Got it!" the brothers exclaimed in unison.

The two boys' eyes started to glow as they summoned their Kas. With a flash of light, Black Luster Soldier and Chaos Emperor Dragon appeared before the two.

"Now! Go, Black Luster Soldier! LUSTER WAVE!"

"Chaos Emperor Dragon! CHAOS BLAST!"

As the two monsters released their devastating attacks, a group of Foxzards and Bio-Vivians were wiped out.

"All right! Direct hit!" Aoshi cheered on.

Cammy watched as more of the same tiny alien soldiers came pacing down the corridor.

"There's more of them coming, sister!"

Scowling in annoyance, Sailor Mars' eyes flared up and turned to face the swarm of enemies. "I say we kick this up a notch, guys! Don't let a single one of them get away alive!"

"Heh, no problem!" Yusuke responded.

Sailor Pluto dropped down and crushed a prone Brute's head with the end of her Keyblade. Facing Mars' direction, the Time Guardian was growing suspicious of the Miko's sudden thirst for bloodlust but kept it to herself.

"There are more coming!" Kuwabara exclaimed.

"Then, let's clear these halls!" Sailor Venus declared, smirking and assuming a battle stance.

Northwest Shibuya/2:50 PM

As they toured across the streets of the northwestern section of Shibuya district, the Legendary Warriors and their newest allies, the six demon warriors and acquaintances of the Spirit Detectives: Chuu, Rinku, Jin, Touya, Shishiwakamaru, and The 'Beautiful' Suzuka.

Ardhamon kept his eyes open to check for any alien ambushes. "Man, this side of Shibuya is pretty quiet..."

"Not really. I heard a loud ruckus just a while ago and I could have sworn I heard monsters battling. Like dragons or something," Daipenmon stated.

Jet Silphymon nodded. "Yeah, why didn't we go over there and check out that source?"

"We're gaining ground. Why stop and check? For all we know, it could have been Rajita activity," Beowulfmon said. "I don't think we can afford walking into an ambush."

"With these guys with us, how could we possibly lose?" Rhino Kabuterimon replied. "I mean, these guys fought in a tournament with those Spirit Detectives! These guys no doubt are strong customers!"

"We're not denying that, Junpei," said Reichmon. "But you have to consider the fact that we're fighting against an army of these aliens."

"Hey, these creeps have been a cinch," Rinku stated, playing with one of his yo-yos. "We've had our share of fights against multiple opponents. Right, Chuu?"

"Got that right, Rinku," Chuu groaned as he felt light-headed. "Wooo, bugger. I need some water."

Jin whistled. "Didn't bring any water with me, sorry."

"Did we really have to drag this drunkard along with us?" Suzuka sighed as he looked away. "He's definitely not the finest example of good hygiene."

"You and I both know Chuu is the strongest member of our group," Touya said.

Shishiwakamaru scoffed. "Strength means squat if you can't catch your opponent. That's why I'm the fastest member of the team."

Arbormon whispered to Mercuremon. "You think I could out-drink that guy?"

"I doubt it, Arbormon. Demons don't have livers."

"Man, I've heard the drunken style of fighting is top notch."

Grottomon viewed the streets ahead of them. "Let's keep our eyes open you guys. These freaks could pop out anywhere and I don't feel like getting ambushed anytime soon."

"Don't worry. I've got this one covered," Ardhamon reassured the Warrior of Wood. "We're all good to go."

"Let's hope so, Takuya. For our sake," Jet Silphymon crossed her arms.

"No kidding, flame boy," Jin remarked.

The Warrior of Flame scoffed and turned away. "Look, who's talking, Keebler's Elf."

Before long, the group stopped cold as Ardhamon lifted his head and became alert. The Warrior of Flame flew up and scanned the proximity of the city block. His eyes widened as a vortex started to open followed by a large fog. He recognized this sight after having seen digimon emerge from it.

It was a data cloud that enabled Digimon to materialize into the real world. However, this was one encompassed nearly a whole city block as it widened.

"OH... CRAP," was all Ardhamon could say. No other word could escape his mouth at the moment.

"What's wrong, Takuya?" asked Beowulfmon.

"You guys! You remember how we'd use to see those fogs materialize and digimon would come crawling out of them?"

"Yeah? Those are what Takato and the others called Bio-Emerging. Lucemon did that when he attempted to enter our world!" exclaimed Daipenmon.

Chuu blinked in confusion. "What are they going on about?"

"Beats me. I have no clue," Rinku shrugged. "Something about a Bio-Emergence, whatever that means..."

"They said something about things coming out of them," Touya scratched his chin. He had remembered tunnels that low-class demons would use to enter the human world. "My guess is that they are like the tunnels that demons from the Makai would use to enter the human world."

"That's right. All of the higher class demons are kept confined behind the barriers," Suzuka stated. "We're considered middle-range demons between the B and C-classes respectively."

"Which means we, of course, were able to pass through without any issues," said Shishiwakamaru.

"Ah, so these Digimon they speak of are like demons from another parallel universe?" wondered Suzuka.

Chuu shrugged as his eyes were glazed over. "How should I know any of this? All of your babble is giving me a splitting headache, mates."

"Quiet everyone! I see something coming out of that hole!" exclaimed Ardhamon.

"Keep us posted, Takuya," Reichmon said.

Emerging from out of the massive, fog-covered vortex, a large army of Rajita soldiers were being forced back by what appeared to be a large gathering of monsters: Digimon and Duel Monsters alike!

Amongst those now actively fighting against the invading aliens were Herodramon, Ninjadramon, Ultimate Great Moth, Vorse Raider, Luzdramon, Panzerdramon, Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon, Luster Dragon and Armed Dragon.

Many others were on the other side of the vortex as two major battle fronts took place simultaneously.

And there would be more to join the Digimon-Duel Monster allied powers.

Ardhamon's mouth dropped as he gazed down at the armies clashing. He looked back to his friends and waved to them.

"What is it, Takuya?" asked Rhino Kabuterimon. "Did you see... Whoa!"

Before the Warrior of Thunder could finish, the group overheard the loud howls, weapons clashing and roars coming from the other side of the district.

"Whoa is right! Are those alien creeps fighting someone?" asked Daipenmon.

"Well..." Ardhamon blinked. "More like two major armies... And I'm not talking about toy soldiers either. I saw Digimon AND Duel Monsters fighting those aliens! I kid you not, guys! They're actually working together! I saw Ninjadramon, Herodramon and even a Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon!"

"WHAT?!" the Legendary Warriors cried out in unison with a mixture of shock and relief.

"You mean there's a fight? Well, what are we waiting for, blokes?! I say we join in and bash some alien skulls in!" Chuu pumped his fists and stomped his feet excitedly.

"Whoa, there. Ease down!" Rinku tried to restrain his drunk friend.

Touya smirked. "No use standing here then, right Ardhamon? We still have some fight left in us."

"Let me at those Rajita punks! While Ami and the girls take care of business, it's time for me to go to work. What do you say, Mercuremon? Grottomon?" Arbormon chuckled as he smashed both fists together.

The two warriors nodded in response.

"Brother, shall we?" Reichmon raised his staff.

Beowulfmon gripped his sword. "Yes!"

"It's settled! We're going in! I hope they'll even bother to let us help them," Ardhamon chuckled as he pointed forward. "Follow me, team!"

Rhino Kabuterimon snickered. "Oh yeah!"

Jet Silphymon flew up beside Ardhamon. "But how is it possible for Duel Monsters to actually exist? And what made them decide to unite with the Digimon?"

"I don't know, but that's not important right now. I'm sure we'll get answers soon right as clean the streets of these alien freaks."

"Right."

Ardhamon flew ahead as everyone behind him followed. Jet Silphymon and Jin took to the skies as the red-haired elf eyed the Warrior of the Wind.

"Say? Mind showing me your wind power, beautiful?" Jin attempted to win Jet Silphymon with his charm.

"Oh, I... Sure," Jet Silphymon blushed and looked ahead to find a slightly agitated Ardhamon. Sorry, Takuya.

Trying to restrain himself from confronting Jin, Ardhamon rolled his eyes. "Oh, brother... Please, be serious, Jin. We've got a major fight coming up soon!"

On the other side of the vortex, the Digital World's defenders were driving back more of the Rajita invaders while many were fighting within Digital World territory.

Magnamon, Dynasmon and Crusadermon dropped down as they witnessed the war being waged before their eyes.

"Doesn't this bring you back to the old warring days?" Dynasmon asked his fellow knights. "I'm feeling a bit of nostalgia."

Magnamon narrowed his eyes and grunted. "These invaders sure have an outstanding numbers advantage."

"Yes, but they have never dealt with Royal Knights. We will turn the tide against them," Crusadermon said.

"Remember, don't hold back. We are entering a war zone. I never thought I'd live to see the day I'd be entering another war," Dynasmon sighed. "And I was just revived, too."

"We won't die, Dynasmon. I can assure you that!" the pink-armored Royal Knight closed his right hand.

"Then, let's move! Our fellow digimon will need us to aid them!" Magnamon exclaimed. "For the peace and recovery of the Digital World...!" Then, he quickly caught a glimpse of a large army of female warriors marching their way. "You might want to take a look at this, my friends."

"Huh? Wha..." Dynasmon's eyes widened. "Those are members of Lady Athenamon's Amazon forces!"

Crusadermon tilted her head. "Yes but who are these other warrior women? I've never seen anything like them."

Marching across the sandy landscape were the Digimon/Duel Monster Amazon allied powers. Leading the march were Mermaimon, Demetermon, Witchmon, Amazoness Paladin, Amazoness Fighter, Amazoness Blowpiper and Amazoness Chainmaster.

"Well, isn't this convenient," Dynasmon muttered as he stepped forward.

Setting Demetermon down, Mermaimon confronted the Royal Knight. "Dynasmon... Well, this is quite the surprise. I thought you and Crusadermon died for your sins."

"That is all in the past. Our data code has been purified and we have been given a second chance to carry out our Royal Knight duties as intended."

"Not after helping to resurrect that monster, Lucemon," Demetermon frowned.

"Listen, we're not here to start anything with you," Crusadermon called out. "We're here to help eradicate the invading vermin. That is all. Nothing more."

Mermaimon coyly smiled. "Oh, Crusadermon... I'll bet you remember the time Lady Athenamon kicked your royal butt."

"Stop trying to open up old wounds, you wench!" Crusadermon hissed.

Magnamon stepped in between the two parties and cried out. "Hey, there's another time to settle old scores! We're here because Omegamon ordered us help in the war against these invaders. Now, I don't want us to be waging war on each other!"

"He's right. Our battle is with the Rajita," Paladin spoke up.

"And you are?" asked Dynasmon.

"We are an Amazon Tribe from a world parallel to yours," Fighter said. "We are the Amazon Duel Monsters. Our new queen is Queen Swordswoman. But as you can see she and Athenamon are absent."

"Not to mention that little feline, Jaguarmon, right?" Magnamon asked.

"Yes, they all left to see Lord Huanglongmon and Lord Granasmon's spirit," stated Witchmon.

"What?! You mean to the Central Realm?!" Dynasmon and Crusadermon cried in unison.

"That's right," Demetermon confirmed. "The Tamer children were also summoned to see them."

"I wonder..." Dynasmon murmured. "I see. Omegamon and the one known as Buster Blader were summoned as well. Something big must be going down."

"Very well, then... We'll work together because our leaders asked us to," Crusadermon stated. "Now, let us hurry! We must drive these invaders back to the human world and dispose of them!"

Blowpiper raced forward as she spotted several Bio-Vivians and Brutes charging down their path. "Here they come, my fellow warriors! Let us prepare for war!"

"Yes, and allow me to get us started!" Dynasmon declared as he crossed his arms together and revealed a pair of red orbs buried under his palms. "DRAGON'S ROAR!" With that, the Royal Knight fired a pair of red beams that condensed into a single energy blast. Firing the blast at two Brutes, he shattered their barriers with overwhelming force and disintegrated them.

Gliding forward, Crusadermon unleashed her four yellow ribbons and sliced through the Bio-Vivian hordes. "SPIRAL MASQUERADE!" She stopped to turn and found a pile of torn Rajita body parts scattered on the ground. "Is that the best you've got against a Royal Knight?"

Opening up sections on his armored body, Magnamon expelled a showering number of golden energy bullets. "MAGNA BLAST!" His attack showered over five Bio-Vivian soldiers as they were, too, disintegrated by the Royal Knight's attack.

Mermaimon charged forward as she summoned and impaled an anchor through a Brute's chest. "NORTHERN CROSS BOMBER!"

Meanwhile, Fighter raced across as she deflected numerous plasma blasts using the bracelets around her wrists. She came forward and grappled with a Brute in a test of strength.

Blowpiper blew on her pipe and released a large number of poisonous darts at a pair of Foxzards. Each dart possessed enough strong toxins to kill each alien target quickly.

Swinging her chain forward, Chainmaster grabbed a hold of a Brute's neck and started pulling him toward her. Straining against the monster's strength, Chainmaster summoned enough Amazon strength to overpower the Brute and pulled him toward her. She quickly jumped up, wrapped her legs around his head and snapped the monster's neck with ease.

Paladin jumped down at the center as she was surrounded by a circle of Bio-Vivians. Pulling out her sword, she relied on her speed to outpace the firing plasma blasts and raced around them while slashing their chests open one by one. The former Amazon queen was left standing with the slain Rajita soldiers lying dead. Another Bio-Vivian attempted a sneak attack as he fired a plasma blast.

Relying on her quick reflexes, she deflected the beam at the alien and shattered his shield. She raced forward before the alien could flee and decapitated him with a stroke from her sword.

As a Bio-Vivian pointed his rifle at the injured Demetermon, she slammed her hand on the ground and summoned a vine through the earth. The plant shot upward and impaled the alien through its forehead.

"I've got some more where that came from," Demetermon chuckled.

Back in the real world, the tide was turning against the Rajita invaders. Both the Digimon and Duel Monster allied powers were more than the aliens could handle as the defenders were fighting with their livelihoods at stake.

Ninjadramon dropped down behind a two Draconians, slammed his blades through the pavement and released a golden beam of energy. "DRAGON THUNDER SLAM!" The aliens howled as they were swallowed up by the beam and reduced to ashes.

As a Brute hurled a car directly for Herodramon's direction, the Dra-Warrior dodged the incoming vehicle with quick reflexes. In response, he raised his shield and fired a beam straight for the Brute's head. "STAR LASER!"

The monster's head exploded as Herodramon's attack finished the alien in one shot.

"Herodramon! I think we'll need to digivolve to our mega forms if the numbers get too great. What do you think?" Ninjadramon called to his partner.

Herodramon shrugged. "If you want, but we can still hold our own at this point!"

"Good point, my friend."

"Hey! Well, take a look at this! Those new dragon friends of Panzerdramon and Luzdramon aren't so bad!" Ninjadramon pointed out.

Looking ahead, the two Dra-Warriors watched as the trio of the Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon, Armed Dragon and Luster Dragon were dispatching numerous Bio-Vivians and Draconians. Several pods were shot down by the Red-Eyes Darkness Dragon's fire balls.

Luzdramon rushed at a Foxzard and knocked it back before grabbing his plasma rifle. "Heh, I've got your weapon now, you punk! Take this!" He shot plasma balls and pounded away at the fallen alien. "Who else wants some?!"

Pressing a Draconian over his head, Panzerdramon tossed the alien aside. He turned as a plasma blast was shot toward his direction. "AHH!" Jumping back in time, he turned to see Luzdramon madly firing more shots at the incoming Rajita soldiers. "WATCH WHERE YOUR POINTING THAT THING!"

"Sorry but I'm having a blast here! We should really consider issuing these for the Dra-Warriors!" Luzdramon laughed as he shot down three Draconians. "WHOO-WEE!"

Panzerdramon sweat dropped. "Just be careful where you point that thing. Hey, how about we Jogress together and become Galaxiadramon?"

"Sure, in a minute! I'm kind of having fun at the moment! By the way, our new friends over there are doing pretty well on their own!"

Nodding his head, Panzerdramon turned toward the three Duel Monster dragons' direction. "Yes, I can see that. They're doing exceptionally well!"

As Armed Dragon swung his tail to send a Foxzard flying across, both Neemon and Bokomon were hanging on for dear life.

Bokomon, like he normally would, was panicking like his life defended on it. "AHHH! DEAREST ME! I'M TOO WISE TO DIE!"

Neemon, on the other hand, was actually enjoying the ride. "WEEEE! ROUND WE GO! WEEE!"

"YOU IDIOT! YOU DON'T EVEN CARE IF WE GET CRUSHED!"

"THIS IS TOO FUN!"

"YOU'RE HOPELESS, YOU PANT-WEARING NUMBSKULL!"

"Hey! Need a little help, you guys?!" Ardhamon called out from above.

Facing up, Ninjadramon and Herodramon spotted the two airborne Legendary Warriors and Jin the Wind Master. Then, they saw the other Legendary Warriors in addition to Chuu, Shishiwakamaru, Rinku, Touya and the "Beautiful" Suzuka racing down their path.

"It's the Legendary Warriors! Now the tide has really turned against these monsters!" Ninjadramon howled. "All hail the Legendary Warriors!"

"But, who are those strangers accompanying them?" Herodramon noticed the demons.

"I presume that they're allies, and we should consider that a good thing, my friend! Let's clean up these streets of the alien filth!"

With that, Ninjadramon slammed his swords down and vaporized a pair of Foxzards with a charged energy beam from his swords.

"Let's even out the odds you guys!" Ardhamon called out as he raised hands overhead and hurled a gathered ball of fire. "SOLAR WIND DESTROYER!" The tightened fire ball slammed into three Draconians and wiped out the alien soldiers.

"Now it's our turn! Outta my way ya blokes!" Chuu came charging forward and knocked through six Bio-Vivians. He quickly grabbed two of those said aliens and smashed their heads together.

Jin dropped down and swung his arms in circular motion to form miniature twisters around them. Coming down at two Foxzards, he slammed into them with his fists and sent them flying them. "TORNADO FIST!"

Jet Silphymon cried out. "Time to blow these guys away! ULTRA TURBULENCE!"

The other seven Legendary Warriors followed up with their respective attacks.

"FROZEN HUNTER!"

"BLACK THEOREM!"

"THUNDER LASER!"

"STRAWBERRY DEATH! BLUE HAWAII DEATH!"

"SEISMIC SLEDGE!"

"DARK REFLECTION!"

"BLOCKADE SEED!"

Shot after shot cut through the Rajita forces.

The Warriors' new demon allies stepped forward to take care of the rest of the alien scum.

Rinku came charging forward and let loose his vicious yo-yo attacks while knocking down many of the smaller Foxzards.

Summoning forth ice blue balls in his hands, Touya blew them away toward the nine Bio-Vivians. These balls turned into tiny, deadly shards of ice. "SHARDS OF WINTER!" The incoming ice shards shredded through the aliens easily and ripped them into pieces.

Suzuka jumped up and knocked back a Draconian with a kick to its face. He turned and fired a stream of rainbow beams that disintegrated five more Draconians. "Just a little warning in case you don't put 'Beautiful' in front of my name!"

Cutting through the alien defenses, Shishiwakamaru relied on two of his most efficient tools: his sword and his speed. Much like Hiei, he blitzed through several defense lines quickly and efficiently. He came down on a Bio-Vivian and hacked it down vertically into two halves.

"Yes! All right! These guys are good... No, they're great!" Ninjadramon praised the demon fighters.

Herodramon nodded. "Yes and just the warriors we're looking for! With them and the Legendary Warriors, we surely can't lose now!"

Dropping down in front of the two Dra-Warriors, Ardhamon waved to them. "Hi! Long time no see, guys!"

"Warrior of Flame, we are relieved! Surely, we have the advantage," Ninjadramon said.

Ardhamon turned away and faced the battle fronts. "Let's not get carried away here. I'll bet these are just the appetizers. I just hope everyone else is doing just fine... Like Takato, Yugi and the others. I hope they're all in one piece and doing well."

Outskirts of Mushiyori City/Demon's Doorcave/2:55 PM

Arriving at the entrance of a cavern, three Draconian Guardians, four Bio-Vivians and a Brute approached the mouth of the cavern. They noticed a sign posted at the entrance. It specifically read: Demon's Doorcave.

"Hmmm, Demon's Doorcave?" a Bio-Vivian read the post.

"Let us proceed," a Draconian hissed as he pressed onward. "We cannot keep Lord Ghidorah waiting. He expects every area to be cleared of any human activity."

"Poor souls to be sacrificed for the awakening of our god, Leviathan," the Brute nodded.

"Hold it! I'm picking up a bio-rhythm coming from that cavern! Human life forms are indeed inside!" one of the Bio-Vivians called out as he checked his scanner.

Suddenly, the group heard light footsteps walking toward them. They prepared themselves and pointed their plasma rifles at the cavern's entrance.

"Brace yourself, men!" Brute exclaimed.

The man who stepped out of the cavern wore dark clothing, had his hair slicked back with a curl hanging over a purple dot on his forehead.

This man was Shinobu Sensui, former Spirit Detective, now a rogue with dark plans of his own.

Sensui faced the alien soldiers with arms crossed. His face expressed a serious demeanor. "What is your business here?"

"Who are you to question us?! We've come to clear this cave of the human filth! Now surrender yourself, monkey scum!" one of the Draconian Guardians threatened the man.

"That's right! You will have the honor of giving your soul for our god, Leviathan," chuckled a Bio-Vivian.

"And if I refuse?"

The Brute stepped forward and growled. He came face to face with the man. "We'll take you by force! Now, this is your last chance!"

"I will not be denied the opportunity of eradicating the human race," Sensui frowned. "You only seek conquest. What I seek is more than you feeble-minded creatures can comprehend..."

"HOW DARE YOU MOCK US?!" the Brute roared (spitting and hollering in the man's face no less) as he pointed his weapon pointblank in Sensui's face. "JUST FOR THAT, YOU DIE, MONKEY SCUM!"

Before he could even pull the trigger, Sensui put his hand across the giant alien's chest and...

BA-BOOM!

The alien was vaporized by a massive spirit blast as Sensui effortlessly eradicated the behemoth with relative ease.

This put great fear amongst the other aliens as they started to let loose a desperate exchange of plasma blasts. Sensui danced around the shots with graceful coordination.

Quickly gathering a ball of spirit energy, he condensed it into a ball and kicked it towards the four Bio-Vivians. "You had your chance to leave! Now, be gone from my sight!"

With that, the ball collided with the four aliens and wiped them out in one successive shot.

All that stood were the three Draconian Guardians.

They quickly retreated, but they didn't get very far.

Sensui blitzed forward and stopped in front of the three aliens. "Going without leaving as much as a 'farewell'? Sorry, but only I can pass judgment on the human race. You three, just like your colleagues, shall also be judged."

All it took was a blink from Sensui and in a flash, the three aliens were on the receiving end of another purple spirit ball and instantly wiped out.

Standing before the fallen ashes of the slain alien soldiers, Sensui pressed his foot down and frowned. "If by any chance Koenma's Spirit Detective and his comrades do defeat these creatures, then they have another problem ahead of them." Facing the skies, the rogue Spirit Detective narrowed his eyes. "Either way, the human race will become extinct."

Kaiba Corp District/2:57 PM

Meanwhile, Mika was seen racing across a rooftop and hopping onto another. She had left the three Grandra siblings to safety in a nearby abandoned apartment home and promised she would come back to check on them.

Currently, she was already on the search for Maya.

Hopping on top of a roof ledge, she scanned the streets below and turned toward her left side. Uttering a gasp, she spotted Maya curled up in a corner with her face buried in her knees.

"Hey, Maya! I've found ya!" Mika called out to the teenage girl. She quickly dashed over to Maya and stopped in front of her. "I was looking all over for you..." Then, she stopped and listened as she heard Maya crying.

"What's wrong?"

No response.

"Hey, I asked you a question, Maya! What's wrong?"

"...He... He beat me... I lost..."

"Who did?"

"Shuichi... I mean, Kurama... I didn't get to defeat him as I said I would..."

Mika scowled as she watched the girl further drowning herself in self-misery. If there was anything she couldn't stand, it was someone talking down on themselves and being angsty. "Maya..."

Grabbing Maya by her shirt, Mika lifted the girl up and...

WHAP!

She slapped the crying girl across the face and dropped her.

Holding her throbbing red cheek, Maya growled and cried. "What was that for?! Why can't you just leave me in peace if you're going to be a bitch?!"

"Because I can't stand seeing people beating themselves up for nothing. Quit crying! You lost! I'll bet you lost your gem?" Mika exclaimed. "Good! You don't need that damn thing!"

Maya gasped. "You mean... you don't have yours anymore?"

"Nah! I had mine removed. The same goes for Hayata, Sara and Larry. We're free from their control. We each saw the error of our ways and were given another chance..."

"Another chance to what?"

Mika smiled. "To become better people and turn our lives around. Sure, we have these strange new powers, but I'll bet we can put them to use for the good of mankind. I propose that we kick these aliens' asses for using us as one of their sick experiments! What do you say, Maya? Are you with me?"

Upon hearing this, Maya leaned back against the wall behind her. She stood up and turned her back on Mika. "I did say that I would change my life as he left."

Mika blinked. "Huh?"

"That's right... Take care and change your life for the better. That's what he said. Am I right for vowing to change my life?"

"Exactly! I'll bet that guy really cares for you, Maya!" Mika nodded.

Maya turned and smiled. "Yeah..."

"Now, c'mon, what do you say? Want to join our little group?" Mika put out her left hand. "There's always room for one more in our rag tag band of outcasts."

Reevaluating her decision, Maya reluctantly put out her right hand and placed it over Mika's. She firmly shook Mika's hand. "I'm in, Mika."

"Yeah, I knew you'd see it my way. Now, let's get back to Kaibaland! That's where the others are waiting for us! If any alien comes your way, blow his head off!"

"You bet!"

"All right then, follow me! This is a fresh start for us!" Mika declared. "Let's make sure to never make the mistake of trusting another alien as long as we live."

"Right."

Mika pumped her right fist and held it up high. "Yeah! Now, let's GO!"

"Yes!" Maya hollered. And I'm doing this for you, Shuichi. Thank you. I'll never forget for what you've done for me. I hope one day we will meet again...

Rajita Mothership/Throne Room/Top Level/3:00 PM

Waiting in the main throne room of Ghidorah's chamber, Kuiiza took a deep breath and stood facing the throne. He had already found out about Joey's defeat after watching the entire battle through a viewing orb earlier. None too pleased with the result, he had hoped to find another super soldier to replace Joey.

"Damn, I can't believe he failed me!" Kuiiza cursed to himself.

Just then, a column of green light washed over the throne as a massive form began to materialize. It was none other than Kaiser Ghidorah, back in his normal form.

"Lord Ghidorah, how fortunate to see you have arrived..."

Casting his gaze down on his main general, the warlord's eyes gleamed with intense green light. "So, your little pet project failed to defeat the Dragon Knights and their petty colleagues? How disappointing. Though, it shouldn't matter. Our god, Leviathan, will be awakened shortly."

"Have enough souls been collected from the planet to ensure our god's revival?"

"We're nearly 90 percent complete, general. It won't be long until this world once again trembles before the great Leviathan. As soon as those fools finish completing the armor, Leviathan will be an unstoppable force. The likes of which even the defenders of this planet cannot hope to comprehend."

"Yes, that's wonderful news, my lord," Kuiiza snickered as he stood up and moved aside to let Ghidorah pass by. "Um, we also have another problem. I spotted Nagah returning from her mission to lead our forces in the Digital World. Needless to say, she came back looking like a mess. No doubt she failed, since she was not accompanied by any of our men and Rhea was nowhere to be seen. It's possible Rhea may have been killed."

"Just Nagah you say...?"

"Yes, my lord."

Ghidorah stopped and deeply scowled. "That pitiful woman... She has to disgrace our name and lose a major battlefront!"

"So, what are we going to do with her? She has returned and is no shape to take part in any battle anytime soon."

Meanwhile, Nagah, now dressed in fresh clothes, walked down the corridor leading to Ghidorah's royal chambers. Standing on the sides were two guards: a pair of Draconian Guardians.

She stopped in front of the closed door and took a deep breath. "Just what am I going to say to Lord Ghidorah?" Finding enough courage, she placed a hand on the door and stopped while listening to Ghidorah yelling behind closed doors.

"Nagah's loss is no concern of mine. Just how does one lose close to a hundred soldiers to those weaklings?! There's absolutely NO excuse for a general to fail! If she had put her mind into the battle instead of flaunting herself, she would have crushed them with ease! No, I say we forget about that retched woman! We, the Rajita, DO NOT accept failures! She and Rhea were always weak links! Good riddance to that dead whore. Nagah's services are no longer valid! If you happen to see that woman, Kuiiza, I give you my full permission to kill her on sight."

"Yes, sir, we DO NOT accept worthless trash! Rhea and Morpheous are perfect examples of such!"

Dropping her hand, Nagah felt her blood boiling. Just like that, her services were no longer of any use to Kaiser Ghidorah. She was deemed trash by a man she had admired and even loved.

Balling up her fists, the female general grinded her teeth and trembled out of sheer rage. Never had she now wanted to seriously murder someone like she was now.

"Me... ME A FAILURE?! HOW DARE THAT MAN! HOW DARE HE THROW ME ASIDE LIKE TRASH! I WILL SHOW HIM!"

Her train of thought was immediately interrupted as the conversation between Ghidorah and Kuiiza continued.

"I see. Well, Kuiiza, I can certainly appoint you as my lead general. Unlike Morpheous and Nagah, I have great confidence you will bring me victory."

"Thank you my lord."

"Just one concern brings to my attention."

"What is that, my lord?"

"...The recent premonition that cloaked stranger foretold me and gave a warning of a 'black phoenix'."

"A black phoenix?"

"Yes, that I should 'not anger the black phoenix.'"

"I say that it's nonsense. He's simply trying to distract you. No black phoenix is going to arise."

"Yes, but I have still taken precautions in case our enemies start doubling their numbers. I will need an heir should I happen to die."

"An heir?"

"Yes, eggs have already been nested by our soldiers in that Digital World. They will hatch, grow and evolve into strong warriors. As soon as we gain a foothold on both worlds, another generation of warriors will be trained and will ensure that we remain the dominant race. It would be wonderful if we are to run two worlds simultaneously but it will even be greater once those other worlds have been discovered. Black Guilmon was nice enough to tell me all I need to know."

"Other worlds? Well, I'm sure we can conquer them with enough men!"

"Which is why I took precautions. More eggs equal more soldiers. However, there was one important egg that I myself laid that only a select few know about, and you are now among them, General Kuiiza."

"You already gave birth to an heir?"

"Yes, and once it hatches, I will train my heir and one day bestow him my title. He will continue my legacy for another hundred thousand years. We, the Rajita, will prosper."

"And the monkeys go extinct. Yes, and I will be here to be a witness to the ascension."

"Though, that would also require the activation of the Silver Crystal."

"But you will die if you are exposed to its power."

"When I gain the Moon Heart Crystal, I shall be protected from its light."

"I would hope so. You are taking a huge gamble, my lord. So, where is the egg?"

"The egg of my heir? It's heavily guarded by a company of my best men near the realm of the Sovereigns."

Listening to enough of the discussion behind the scenes, an evil smirk curled across Nagah's lips. So, his heir is in the digital world. Well, I hope he doesn't mind if I decide to borrow his precious egg for a while. Don't worry, my lord, I will raise him well.

Suddenly, the two Draconian Guardians, who had also overheard the conversation, pointed their plasma rifles directly at Nagah.

"Get your hands up!" the guard on the left barked out.

Shrugging her shoulders, Nagah put her hands up...

SWISH!

Before they realized what hit them, both of the Draconian Guardians were slashed across their chests. Quickly yet silently, Nagah had skewered them with an energy blade materializing around her right arm.

"Pathetic, really... You do realize you're fighting a general, don't you boys?" Nagah snorted as she raced down the corridor as a fugitive. Issue an execution order on me for failure? Meh, you never cease to amaze me, your highness. You want to spit on the honor of Rhea? Well, I can take away your heir But, Morpheous is gone, too? That's too bad, but I have to worry about my own hide right now. It's time I take matters to my own hands and build my own army. I shall lead the next generation with your heir, Ghidorah! Oh, sweet revenge! Nagah, you are a genius!

Central Digital Realm/Huanglongmon's Golden Castle/3:01 PM

As the group gathered after a moments of being awe struck by the two powerful digimon entities. One of them was the creator, the leader and most powerful Sovereign of all, Huanglongmon. Beside Huanglongmon, the ball of light that was Granasmon's spirit sparkled as it hovered beside the golden sovereign. The two powerful Digimon watched as everyone formed a circle around them. Omegamon, Buster Blader, Imperialdramon and the Celestial Angels stood together on one side while Athenamon, Swordswoman, D'Arcmon, Artemismon, Alphamon, Flamedramon, and Canewomon stood on the other side. The Tamers, their digimon partners and their friends were grouped together directly opposite them.

Huanglongmon coughed. "All right, everyone, please pay attention. Gather together as Lord Granasmon tells you about the ancient war between Granasmon and Valmarmon. This story will forever change your view of the Digital Realm."

Buster Blaster glanced at Omegamon. "An ancient war?"

Omegamon nodded. "Yes, a war that I was part of long ago."

"Not just him. Omegamon and I were two of Granasmon's seven generals to lead his army," Imperialdramon said. "Sadly, only five of us survived."

Buster Blader bowed his head. "I see."

Kazu was grinning like mad. "Oh, man. This is GREAT! Can you believe this? We're actually going to learn what happened during this whole war thing between Granasmon and Valmarmon!"

Kenta nodded. "Oh, yeah, I really want to know what happened before Pharaohmon turned into a power-hungry maniac."

"I know. This is a story that forever changed the fate of the four Digital Realms," Felinismon said.

Gallantmon looked down at Takato. "Takato, what do you think?"

Takato smiled. "I'm just as curious as anyone. I'd like to know more about the two Digi-Gods, but, I still can't believe this is actually Granasmon's spirit floating before us! This is truly an honor!"

Rika smiled. "Can't argue with that one, Goggle-head, though I would like to see what he actually looks like."

Sakuyamon stated. "I've heard that his appearance is wondrous and majestic."

The ball of light started to shape itself into the shape of a humanoid priest. His face resembled a young man with blond hair and pure blue eyes. He wore white robes and a long, golden blue cape. He had ten large angel wings on his back. He wore white gloves and boots. Around the edge of the gloves and boots and on his belt were emeralds, sapphires, and rubies.

Rapidmon could have his jaw dropped if his face wasn't hidden behind a mask. "YOWZERS! THAT'S GRANASMON?"

Henry glanced at his D-Ark. "Granasmon... A Mega-level, Divine God Digimon. Known as the Digi-God of Light, Granasmon respects life and will protect it with his Light of Life, Empyrean Blade and Celestial Wave. Amazing..."

Sakuyamon nodded slowly. "Yes, this is truly a marvelous sight."

Athenamon smiled at Granasmon. "It's an honor to finally meet you, Lord Granasmon. You're one of the few male Digimon I truly have respect for."

"I must say, Lady Athenamon. I am quite impressed," Swordswoman said.

"This truly is awe-inspiring. I never thought we'd be near the presence of THE Granasmon," Jaarin stated. She giggled. "Not only we're meeting Granasmon, but I get to see a cute dog."

Jeri smiled. "You mean that golden dog that was with Alphamon when we came here? I wonder what her name is."

Henry glanced at his D-Ark. "I thought I heard Ryo call her Canewomon."

"Canewomon, huh?" Jaarin asked. She glanced at Canewomon. "I wonder if she has any connection with..." She sweat-dropped. "Oh dear..."

Canewomon choked as Suzie tighten her arms around her neck. "I'm... a Mega... and I can't... even remove... a child...? I feel... low..."

Kazu's jaw dropped. "Man, Suzie is STILL hanging onto Canewomon?"

Lopmon sighed. "Yes, she had a lot of practice."

Rapidmon chuckled. "Look at the bright side, Lopmon. She's hugging her and not us."

Guardromon sighed. "I feel sorry for poor Canewomon. Please, allow me to remove Suzie from you, madam!"

"No. That's okay. I'll get her off somehow," Canewomon barely managed to speak as she her neck tightened. "You can let go now."

Shaking his head, Henry glanced at his D-Ark and viewed a holographic profile on the female guardian. "Well, it says here... Canewomon is a Mega-level Spellcaster Digimon. Her special attack is Howling Hurricane. The kindness in her soul is golden as her fur."

"And her blue face shows the lack of oxygen that she's getting!" Rapidmon snickered. "I;d really hate to be her now!"

"CUTE PUPPY DOG!" Suzie giggled as she tightened her hug around Canewomon's neck.

Canewomon's eyes widened. "ACK!"

Alphamon sighed. "Oh, dear."

Rika scoffed. "Will you guys knock it off? We have more important matters right now!"

"Yeah, like the war between Granasmon and Valmarmon!" Inumon said.

Henry nodded. "Don't worry. We'll settle down once we saved Canewomon from Suzie. Anyone got a crowbar?"

Rika rolled her eyes. "Stop kidding, Henry."

"Who said I was kidding?" Henry remarked.

Himura stood beside Jeri, Kotori and Phillipe. He was truly happy to see Phillipe and Kotori finally reunited after Kotori's untimely death.

Jeri whispered to Himura. "Kotori's a good girl. I was happy to have met her."

Overhearing their conversation, Kotori smiled. "Thanks, and thank you for comforting Himura while I was gone. I appreciate it, Jeri."

"Of course, it's an honor to meet you," the brown-haired girl nodded and bowed her head to show her gratitude.

Ryo looked over to Takato. "I assume everyone's ready to settle down and listen?"

"Um, well..." Takato glanced around and noticed the noise starting to die down. "Um, yeah, looks like they're just about ready. Besides, we still have to return to continue the fight against the Rajita prior to this."

"Right! It's better we get through with this," Ryo said.

Huanglongmon looked around the room. "Is everyone ready?"

"HELP!" Came Canewomon's cry.

"Aside from that..." Huanglongmon muttered.

Alphamon sighed. "Yes, we're ready, my Lord. We're running out of time."

"I agree. Lord Huanglongmon, we're ready to hear the story," Omegamon said, kneeling down and bowing before the two God-like entities.

Buster Blader murmured. "Granasmon... I sense your power greatly exceeds those of the Three Egyptian Gods."

"I resent that..." Ra muttered inside Imperialdramon's head.

Imperialdramon chuckled to himself. "Yes, that's correct. I'm sure even these Egyptian Gods would fall before Granasmon, including the strongest one."

Ra snarled. "Gee, thanks for supporting me, Imperialdramon."

Flamedramon looked over to Seadramon and whispered to him. "This is going to be one interesting story. I love learning more about the history of our Digital World."

Seadramon blinked. "You do?"

Flamedramon nodded. "Of course I do."

"Oh, that's interesting. Luzdramon and Panzerdramon always tell me that you sleep during history lessons," Seadramon said. "And that you dream something. Weird."

Flamedramon snarled. "Oh, they're flamed-meat when I get through with 'em."

Takato thought. "Finally, we're going to find out everything before Pharaohmon turned on Anubimon. This is something I've been excited for since first learning of the Digi-Gods of Darkness and Light. Everything I love about digimon. This is a dream come true!"

Huanglongmon gazed down at the group with a gentle expression and faced Granasmon. "I think they've settled down, Lord Granasmon. I leave the rest to you."

Granasmon solemnly responded. "Thank you, Huanglongmon." The Digi-God of Light faced his audience, glancing around. "Hmm, my new friend isn't here yet. Never mind, I'll tell him about this story another time." He sighed. "Now, I am glad you all have taken the time to arrive and I'm sorry for taking you out of your current war with the alien invaders. I promise I will send you back to aid your allies who are fighting valiantly back on Earth, but this is a story you must know, in the event the great evil reawakens again.."

"We're ready to listen, Lord Granasmon," Imperialdramon spoke out.

Granasmon agreed. "Yes, indeed, the time has come. Now, as you all know..."

"GAH...!" Canewomon cried out. "SOMEBODY HELP ME!"

Henry sweatdropped. "Suzie, you can let go now."

Suzie giggled. "But, she's so soft..."

"And she'll be stiff if you don't let go," Rapidmon said.

"Lord Granasmon!" called a voice. The Tamers blinked as a silver humanoid warrior came out of no where and hovered up to Huanglongmon and Granasmon's spirit. "I'm sorry I'm late..."

Granasmon smiled. "It's okay, my friend." He glanced around. "Allow me to introduce Elemental Hero Neos."

"Elemental Hero Neos...?" Takato repeated.

Seraphimon blinked. "He's one of those creatures. Isn't he...?"

"Yes, Neos is a duel monster" Alphamon said, nodding. "He entered this world by accident when Kaiba's machine started to merge the Digital World and Duel Monster's world."

Elemental Hero Neos was a seven-foot tall warrior with silver skin covering his entire body. A fin-like protrusion jutted out the top of his head and two more fins protruded from his elbows. Adorning his shoulders was silver armor platting with red and blue markings underneath it. Embedded in the center of his chest was a blue orb with a three triangular markings around it. He nodded his head. "Hello. It's a pleasure meeting you..."

Granasmon smiled. "Elemental Hero Neos is the symbol of the next Chosen Duelist."

"Chosen Duelist...?" Rika repeated.

Granasmon nodded. "Correct. The Chosen Duelist is the one who fights for good with his sense of honor and protects his friends. Elemental Hero Neos will be the headliner of the next Chosen Duelist's deck."

"Next, huh...?" Himura muttered. "Who's the current Chosen Duelist?"

Huanglongmon muttered. "I think you know him. His headliner is the Dark Magician."

The Tamers and their Digimon called out in shock. "YUGI...?"

"I think they know him," Flamedramon muttered.

Takato rubbed his head. "Man, Yugi is the Chosen Duelist. And his signature card is Dark Magician."

"How will the next Chosen Duelist be picked?" Gallantmon asked.

"When Yugi finds one..." Granasmon said. "And after a while, Neos will join the chosen Duelist's deck with some others that work alongside him known as the Neo-Spacians."

Kazu sweatdropped. "We aren't hearing the story yet and already I'm curious and confused..."

Kenta rolled his eyes. "Nothing new there."

"Neos... is Phoenixmon coming?" Huanglongmon asked.

Neos shook his head. "No, she's currently keeping an eye out for DarkPegasusmon."

Granasmon frowned. "I see."

"HELP!" Canewomon cried out. "I... NEED... AIR...!"

Neos glanced at Canewomon. "Is she having problems?"

Rapidmon shook his head. "No, no, she's having the time of her life..."

"GAH!" Canewomon coughed.

Seadramon cringed. "Something to look forward to."

Neos landed in front of Suzie and carefully removed her from Canewomon. "Take it easy, child. Your grip will be the end of her... please, let go. It's time to hear the story."

Suzie sighed. "Ok."

Canewomon gasped as she rubbed her neck. "Who says humans aren't trouble to Mega Digimon... Oi..."

Granasmon chuckled. "All right, everyone. I shall begin..." He created an image in the air, big enough for everyone to see. "It all started long, long ago..."

(As you know, Digimon are created by the imaginations of human children. When the Digital World was very young, Valmarmon and I were the first ones to be born. I was created from the purity of the human heart... while Valmarmon was born from the dark side of humanity.)

Granasmon appeared, formed from a beam of light.

On the other side, a beam of darkness formed...

"I... Is that...?" Takato asked.

(Yes, that is Valmarmon.)

The appearance of Valmarmon was that of a humanoid demon. His face had blood red eyes, blood-red lips and a pale blue face. He had a third eye on his forehead. He wore a long-sleeved robe of crimson thread covered in gold patterns and symbols which writhed and twisted across the surface, forming demonic sigils which burned at the eyes and seemed to give off small bits of flame which danced around the hem of the robe. His wings were large and bat-like, and cast long shadows. He had a pair of huge curling black horns with red stripes growing from the side of his head. He had a long spiky tail ending in a pointed barb. He wore a helmet with a face-guard twisted to look like the mouth of a grinning demon, with glowing jewels set farther up to look like eyes. Holes were made for his two horns to grow from. His robes hung open over his bare chest black trousers with more twisting gold designs on them. His hands were shaped into huge claws, with blood-red nails. Around his neck was a medallion with a pentagram carved into it. On his chest were black markings stylized to look like an evil face. He also wore dark purple boots with spikes at the tips.

Rika shuddered as she looked at her D-Ark. "Valmarmon, a Mega-level Demonic Digi-God. Valmarmon is so powerful that all evil Digimon either worship him... or fear him. His special attacks are Shadows of Death, Bane of Light and Supreme Darkness."

(Together, Valmarmon and I brought life to the Digital World. We brought many types of Digimon into being. However, Valmarmon and I had different visions for the Digital World. I wanted the Digimon to live in peace and hoped that humans and Digimon would work together to create a bright future. Valmarmon, however, created evil Digimon with the intention of becoming the supreme ruler and bringing chaos, pain and destruction to every Digital World that exists along with every human world in different universes. Thus, the Battle of

Darkness and Light started!

Before the war began, Valmarmon created evil Generals to lead his army into battle. He created seven Mega Digimon to do his bidding. His first three generals were BelialMyotismon, WarDevidramon and Reapermon.)

"Reapermon? Who's that?" Buster Blader asked.

Omegamon narrowed his eyes. "A Cyborg Digimon. He's the weakest of the first three Generals of Valmarmon's army. However, he shouldn't be taken lightly, though, as his attacks send you straight to Hell. His special attacks are Burning Cyclone, Bone Duster and Grim Slasher."

Alphamon chuckled. "Never stood a chance against me."

Felinismon grinned. "And neither did WarDevidramon when he stood up against me and ShadowMetalGarurumon!"

Omegamon sighed. "Sadly, the WarDevidramon you fought in Pharaohmon's tournament wasn't the same General of Valmarmon's army. This one was different."

"How different?" Felinismon asked.

Huanglongmon bowed. "My lord, please show them."

The image shifted and Valmarmon was sitting on a throne in a dark room. He grinned and spoke in a deep, evil voice. "Welcome, my loyal Generals. If you don't upset me, I'm sure we'll get along very well..."

A massive white demon and the eventual villain of the Digidestined was kneeling before Valmarmon. "Lord Valmarmon. I, BelialMyotismon, will serve you greatly."

A golden, cybernetic warrior with golden plating, a large scythe for his left arm, and a massive cannon on his right arm, nodded and bowed. "Reapermon, at your service, Valmarmon-sama!"

The final general, WarDevidramon, was also bowing. Looking at WarDevidramon's appearance, the Tamers and their Digimon understood what Omegamon meant by different. WarDevidramon looked like he was a cross between a WarGreymon and a Devidramon. He had the head of Devidramon with 4 red eyes, covered by a metal plate. His body resembled WarGreymon's, though his back didn't have a shield but, instead, had four large demonic-dragon wings. His legs were like WarGreymon's, except his feet resembled Devidramon's. Finally, his arms were shaped like WarGreymon's except he had Devidramon's claws with the Dramon-Destroyer weapons located on his arms. The evil Digimon smiled. "My lord, I shall battle by your side forever!"

Valmarmon chuckled. "Excellent... excellent..."

Felinismon sweatdropped. "Ok, I see what you mean, Omegamon."

Henry glanced at his D-Ark. "WarDevidramon, a Mega-level Destruction Dragon Digimon. Digivolved form of Metaldevidramon. His special attacks are Crimson War Claw, Atomic Eye and Destructo Missile."

Rapidmon gulped. "Tell me, Omegamon. Is this WarDevidramon that is one of Valmarmon's generals stronger or weaker than the one we fought before...?"

Omegamon sighed. "Stronger. VERY strong."

"Mommymon," Rapidmon whimpered.

Lopmon sweatdropped. "Gee... you're tough..."

"Excuse me but you said seven," Swordswoman said. "Where's the other four...?"

D'Arcmon narrowed her eyes. "I think they're coming."

Valmarmon stood up from his throne and chuckled. "I'm bringing four new members to join you in the ranks as my loyal generals. I've created them in the image of the four gods of Chinese astronomy. I shall call them the Four Demon Beast Warriors." He grinned as he created four, black portals in front of him. "My new loyal generals... ARISE...!"

"Four Demon Beast Warriors...?" Seraphimon repeated. "Who are they...?"

Imperialdramon narrowed his eyes. "Trouble. Big trouble."

Rising from the voids were four humanoid Digimon, each dressed in different armor with a mask covering their head. They each wielded different weapons and utilized different elements.

The first one stepped forward. He wore a mask shaped like a dragon's head and wore dark blue armor. He held a massive sword in his hand. He grinned underneath the mask as he bowed down. "MizuSeiryumon, at your service!"

The second Demon Beast stepped forward. He wore a mask shaped like a phoenix's head and dark red armor. He carried a large bow in his right hand. "HiSuzakumon, ready for your orders!"

Next to step forward was a warrior with a grey tiger mask, dark grey armor and a sharp lance. "KazeByakkomon, reporting for duty!"

Finally, the last warrior stepped forward. He wore a dark green turtle mask with green-tinted armor as well. His weapon was a spiked shield. "ChiGenbumon! Here for action, sir!"

Valmarmon chuckled. "Welcome, my Demon Beast Warriors. Welcome."

Takato's jaw dropped. "No way! They just look like our Beast Tamer forms!" He brought out his D-Ark. "HiSuzakumon. A Mega-level Phoenix Warrior Digimon. Special attacks are Hell's Arrow and Rain of Flame!"

Rika glanced at her D-Ark. "MizuSeiryumon. A Mega-level Dragon Warrior Digimon. Special attacks are Tsunami Blade and Aqua Dense."

Henry glanced at his D-Ark. "ChiGenbumon. A Mega-level Animal Warrior Digimon. Special attacks are Gaia's Hammer and Adamant Shell."

Himura was the last one as he glanced at his D-Ark. "KazeByakkomon. A Mega-level Feline Warrior Digimon. Special attacks are Hurricane Stab and Typhoon Thrust."

"SEVEN Mega Digimon? How on earth did you counter that, Lord Granasmon?" Seadramon asked.

(Simple. In order to even the odds, I summoned my own generals: Alphamon, Omegamon, AlForce Veedramon and his trusted companion Paildramon, and MahouGarurumon...)

"MahouGarurumon...?" The Tamers repeated.

Canewomon nodded. "That's right. A rare and mystical Digimon that Digivolves from a Garurumon that knows the ultimate rare attack known as Empyrean Flare."

"How does that work?" Kazu asked.

Canewomon blushed. "I never actually saw it."

"That's useful," Rika muttered.

The image was now a room with pearly white walls and a silver table in the middle. The familiar look of Alphamon and Omegamon were seen. Standing with them was AlForce Veedramon, a humanoid knight with blue and white armor, a golden V-shaped object located on his chest, a knight's helmet with a blue dragon design on the top half while the other half remained white. Located on his wrists were grey wristbands, shaped to look like they can summon weapons with green markings and a red jewel on the top.

Paildramon stood behind AlForce Veedramon.

"That Paildramon. By any chance is it you, Imperialdramon-sama?" Seadramon asked.

Imperialdramon nodded. "Correct, my friend."

The door opened and in stepped a new Digimon that the Tamers never saw before. He was similar in appearance to a WereGarurumon, but didn't look very menacing and had golden fur instead of white. He wore a white Egyptian robe with sandals, and carried a staff that looked like the one Canewomon now had. He smiled. "Sorry I'm late, my lord. I was busy checking on my apprentice's skills."

Granasmon smiled. "I'm not too worried, MahouGarurumon. I know that you and your apprentice are getting quiet close."

MahouGarurumon's entire face went red. "My lord, Canewomon is my student!"

"That doesn't stop you from having feelings about her, friend!" Alphamon said, chuckling.

Omegamon smirked. "You'll never see me falling for a woman..."

"You were saying?" Athenamon asked.

"Isn't anyone scanning MahouGarurumon yet?" Omegamon asked, looking around.

Rika smiled as she brought out her D-Power. "MahouGarurumon, a Mega-level, Spellcaster Digimon. His special attacks are Lupo Furia, Diffusion Cutter and Empyrean Flare."

Paildramon flexed his arms. "Shall we get this meeting started?"

"I will. Lord Granasmon..." MahouGarurumon said, bowing. "Valmarmon is sending small armies to weaken our forces. Reapermon and BelialMyotismon have been sighted with them, leading the attacks. Your orders?"

Granasmon frowned. "I must prepare special weapons in case Valmarmon gets stronger. Alphamon, I will require your assistance. MahouGarurumon, you and Canewomon will protect the innocent Digimon. Omegamon, AlForce Veedramon, and Paildramon, take an army and go forth into battle!"

Omegamon bowed. "Right away, Lord Granasmon!"

AlForce Veedramon nodded. "Of course, my lord. We'll prove to the dark army that the Dra-Warriors will never bow down to their will!"

Paildramon sighed. "The only problem is I don't have the power to Digivolve into Mega. I'm sure most of those Digimon in Valmarmon's army are Mega-level."

Granasmon chuckled. "That's an easy problem to solve." He held his hand out, creating an orb of light. "When the time is right, you'll be able to Digivolve into your Mega form."

Paildramon took the orb and bowed. "Thank you, my lord."

"Omegamon, AlForce Veedramon, Paildramon, remember this: even though BelialMyotismon is one of Valmarmon's generals, he only joined up to gain power." Granasmon said. "There'll be many evil Digimon that desire power, and they've decided to join forces with Valmarmon in order to get it."

Omegamon nodded. "Of course, I'll keep that in mind, my lord."

MahouGarurumon bowed. "We'll set into battle right now, my lord!"

"Good! Go and be careful, my friends," Granasmon said.

(For the next four days, Alphamon and I worked on enchanted weapons that could be used to help our friends in battle... Meanwhile, Omegamon, Paildramon, and AlForce Veedramon dealt with the army and were able to do massive damage to their forces. Eventually, Omegamon faced off against Reapermon while AlForce Veedramon and Paildramon fought BelialMyotismon...)

Imperialdramon nodded. "Yes. BelialMyotismon was considered to be the second strongest Digimon of Valmarmon's generals after WarDevidramon. Even though I was able to Mega Digivolve into Imperialdramon, he was still too powerful to defeat!"

Omegamon sighed. "I could have helped, but Reapermon was also strong. I couldn't take my eyes off him. He was really dangerous." He lifted his head up. "Valmarmon was trying to tire us down. He knew that while Granasmon uses his energy to create powerful weapons, his men will tire us and our army down until only Granasmon is the one left standing."

"What happened next?" Jeri asked.

(I had just completed one of the ultimate weapons, when I felt a sense of foreboding...)

Alphamon glanced at the weapon and chuckled. "Dragon Saber complete, my lord. And it looks very well designed..."

Granasmon frowned. "Yes, however, something is amiss." As he expanded his senses to check on the battle, his eyes widened in shock. "Oh, no!"

"What's wrong, my lord?"Alphamon asked.

Granasmon gritted my teeth. "AlForce Veedramon and Imperialdramon are in trouble!"

(BelialMyotismon had knocked them down and was preparing the final strike in order to defeat them. I would have used my powers to help them or teleport them out of danger, but due to the fact that I had just used a lot of energy to create the weapons, I could only transport one of them out of danger, and told them so, psychically.)

"My... my lord..." AlForce Veedramon coughed. "T... Take Imperialdramon to safety... please..."

Imperialdramon looked up in shock. "No! I won't leave you!"

BelialMyotismon laughed. "You won't have to. I'll make sure the future of Dra-Warriors will crumble!" He fired two black orbs from his shoulder cannons towards AlForce Veedramon and Imperialdramon. "SCREAMING DARKNESS!"

"NO!" AlForce Veedramon yelled out in anger, quickly getting up and unleashing a beam of energy from the V-shaped armor located on his chest. "SHINING V-FORCE!"

The attack went through BelialMyotismon's attack, causing them to disappear as Imperialdramon watched his mentor's attack hitting their opponent in the chest. "Incredible..." He glanced back at AlForce Veedramon and gasped. "AlForce Veedramon!"

AlForce Veedramon fell to his knees, coughing and wheezing in pain. "That... attack... took too much... out of me..." He looked up. "You'll... lead the Dra-Warriors now... protect them... defeat evil... you know what you must do..."

Imperialdramon nodded. "I know, but..."

"Lord Granasmon... NOW!" AlForce Veedramon screamed at the top of his voice.

Imperialdramon gasped as his entire body was engulfed in light. He sighed and bowed his head. "Goodbye, my mentor... my friend... we'll never forget you..." And with that, he vanished.

AlForce Veedramon sighed. "It's done." He blinked at something on the ground where Imperialdramon once stood. He picked it up and chuckled. "Thank you, my lord... I won't go down without a fight..."

"Ragh!" BelialMyotismon coughed as he got up from the ground. "I was too careless." He narrowed his eyes. "So, you were able to get your friend out of danger, huh.? Too bad you can't do the same for yourself, hmm?" He chuckled. "I'll enjoy this." He started to charge up two more dark-energy balls in his shoulder cannons. "Just wait a moment, I'll make sure your death will be painful as possible!"

AlForce Veedramon got up and chuckled. "I don't think so..." He charged towards BelialMyotismon, yelling a battle cry as he held a small device in his hand.

"Pathetic," BelialMyotismon chuckled as he unleashed the two black balls at the battered Royal Knight. "PAINFUL SCREAMING DARKNESS!"

AlForce Veedramon stopped and threw the device at BelialMyotismon before he was engulfed by the black balls. "I did it... YARGH!"

BelialMyotismon laughed. "I got him..." He felt something landing on his body. "Hmm?" He looked down at a small white device that started to beep. "What the hell is this? What's it doing?!" The device started to glow and engulfed BelialMyotismon's body in a blinding flash of pain. "STOP!"

It was moments later that the energy from both light and darkness went away, leaving behind a dying AlForce Veedramon and a shrunken version of BelialMyotismon. Slowly sitting up, AlForce Veedramon coughed and chuckled. "I've... done... it..."

"Wha...? What have you done to me?!" The shrunken BelialMyotismon asked out loud in horror as he looked himself over. "You... You turned me back into my Ultimate form, Myotismon! What was that thing?!"

AlForce Veedramon sighed. "It's... a special... device made... by the Datamon... on our side... It's designed... to drain away... or seal away... your powers..." He chuckled. "You've... lost the ability... to Digivolve... and I hardly think... Valmarmon would bother helping you... regain... your Mega form... you only joined to gain... power..."

Myotismon stood back in shock. "You... what?! I can't Digivolve anymore?!"

"You can Digivolve... however... you can no longer... evolve back into... BelialMyotismon..." AlForce Veedramon coughed. "Although, the seal won't last forever... but I... don't think you'll... stand a chance... against our army now..."

Myotismon yelled in anger. "Curse you, AlForce Veedramon! Curse you!" He smirked. "Well, at least you're a goner... that's my reward..." He turned around, chuckling. "I'm no longer part of this war now... enjoy the afterlife, AlForce Veedramon..." He walked away, laughing.

AlForce Veedramon frowned. "He'll never learn, will he...? He'll... never... learn..." He closed his eyes and his entire body burst into data.

(It was a hollow victory... we were able to rid ourselves of one of Valmarmon's generals... for a bitter price... the cost of a friend's life. AlForce Veedramon was able to drive away one of Valmarmon's generals in fear... thinking that Valmarmon had no use for him anymore.)

"And this is the same Myotismon that became the enemy of the Digi-Destined?" Takato whispered in shock. "I get it. The seal must have been weakened! Remember near the end of the second season?"

Henry shook his head. "No. He weakened the seal in the first season and was able to turn into VenomMyotismon, but his body was destroyed by WarGreymon and MetalGarurumon. He must have found a way to create a new body using the Dark Spores in those kids while he possessed Oikawa, one that didn't have the seal left by AlForce Veedramon."

Rika nodded. "Henry's right. So, what happens next? Did Reapermon survive?"

"Sadly, he did. He ran off during the blinding light of AlForce Veedramon's final attack," Omegamon said. "I was left confused until Granasmon delivered the news about our fallen friend."

"And that's not the end of it. The battles got even worse!" Canewomon added. "One day, during a battle, Valmarmon himself appeared! He killed most of our comrades along with some innocent Digimon! And before he left, he kidnapped a Magnadramon! I can still remember her cries for help before he left!"

"Whatever happened to this Magnadramon...?" Buster Blader asked.

Imperialdramon sighed. "Mind wipe. Valmarmon turned her into his puppet, so he could communicate with other Digimon without actually being there..."

"How... how..." Jeri whispered.

"So, what happens next...?" Kazu asked.

(Pharaohmon's betrayal.)

Days before the final battle between Granasmon and Valmarmon, Omegamon walked through the cave that would lead him to the Digital Underworld. Omegamon never felt nervous when he had set his eyes upon Valmarmon's form as he appeared in battle, gloating.

Two of his best friends had been killed by Valmarmon with one unholy blast before either him, neither Imperialdramon or Granasmon could stop him. It was Valmarmon's way of saying that this wasn't going to be an easy fight for them to win.

Slamming his WarGreymon hand into the side of the cave, Omegamon remembered that not only had two of his friends fallen, but a few of Imperialdramon's Dra-Warriors and numerous innocent Digimon that hadn't even taken part in the war. He wondered how long this war would last.

With special permission from Granasmon, Omegamon decided to go down to the Digital Underworld to meet up with Anubimon and Pharaohmon, to check on the fallen Digimon that were killed by Valmarmon. However, as he came closer to the entrance of the Underworld...

"PHARAOHMON... DON'T DO IT!" Yelled a voice.

Omegamon froze. That was Anubimon's voice. Running into the Underworld, he froze in shock as he saw a sight that he would never forget.

The form that Pharaohmon was in was totally different from the one he had during the Shadow Tournament. He was a huge human creature with his features mostly made out of gold, and his face bore resemblance to the sarcophagi encasing the ancient Egyptian pharaohs. He wore a white cape, loincloth and had a white staff.

Beside him was a tall pink six-winged dragon with brown horns on her head. Her eyes were totally black and her voice was very different. Omegamon knew this was Magnadramon, the Mega Holy Dragon digimon that Valmarmon had captured to use as his puppet. Omegamon figured out that Valmarmon was here for a purpose... but, what...?

Anubimon was nearby and his eyes shown with fury and betrayal. He carefully walked towards Pharaohmon. "I beg of you, my friend. This is the wrong path you're taking. Joining Valmarmon's army for power isn't the way."

Omegamon's eyes widened in shock. Pharaohmon? Joining the ranks of evil led by Valmarmon? This... can't be... How could Pharaohmon do such a thing...?

An evil chuckle came from the mouth of the puppet Magnadramon as Valmarmon's voice was heard. "It seems that being friends with you and being as the guardian of this dusty place wasn't good enough for him."

"Yes, joining Valmarmon-sama will be a great way to increase my power," Pharaohmon said with a laugh. "No hard feelings, eh Anubimon?"

Anubimon's face shown fury. "No... hard... feelings...? Pharaohmon, what about the promises we made with each other? To help each other, to protect this Underworld... to... to..."

Pharaohmon held up his hand. "There is something that you don't know about me, my dear friend. I could never keep promises that sound so... foolish."

Fury as Anubimon created a pyramid in his hands and threw it towards Pharaohmon. "You... You TRAITOR! PYRAMID POWER!"

"NECRO FIST!" Pharaohmon countered as he slammed his fist through the pyramid and into Anubimon's stomach, causing the half animal to choke in pain. "I'm not done yet."

Omegamon raised his MetalGarurumon arm up and brought a cannon out of its mouth. "STOP! SUPREME CANNON!"

Anubimon watched as Pharaohmon moved out of the way of the blue energy blast. He slightly gasped as Omegamon stepped in front of him and glared at Pharaohmon and the possessed Magnadramon. "O...Omegamon...?"

"Pharaohmon, why are you doing this? If you join that unholy jerk's ranks of evil, you will be our enemy and we'll have no choice but to destroy you!" Omegamon said, his voice dripping with venom.

Simply shrugging, Pharaohmon simply walked beside the possessed Magnadramon. "Well, if that's the price to pay, so be it. Besides, I didn't even like you, Anubimon, and everyone that I know, including that fool, Granasmon!"

Fury blazed in Omegamon's eyes as he raised the MetalGarurumon cannon in the air. "You will regret those words, Pharaohmon."

Chuckling, Pharaohmon turned to the possessed Magnadramon, kneeling. "Valmarmon-sama, I am ready and willing to join your forces. Take me away from this peaceful place and I shall bring death to those who side with the fool Granasmon!"

Valmarmon's voice laugh from Magnadramon as she, or he, started to vanish along with Pharaohmon. "Very well. Soon, Granasmon will die and I will be the most powerful God Digimon ever!"

The moment the possessed Magnadramon and Pharaohmon were gone, Omegamon turned to the kneeling Anubimon with concern in his eyes. "Anubimon, are you...?"

"DAMN YOU, PHARAOHMON! YOU'LL REGRET FOR DESTROYING MY TRUST IN YOU AND OUR FRIENDSHIP!" Roared Anubimon in anger before looking at Omegamon. "I'll join your ranks in Granasmon-sama's army, if there is a position for me."

Stunned at Anubimon's anger, Omegamon simply nodded. "O... Of course..."

(Anubimon became the newest member of my generals... and he was a big help to our group...)

Inumon grinned. "All right, Anubimon!"

Gallantmon chuckled. "So, that's what Pharaohmon looked like before, huh...? We already know that he ran off like a coward before Valmarmon was defeated... and that the Digital Priestess was able to seal him away... before her seal started to weaken..."

Alphamon scoffed. "Pharaohmon was a fool. His ego led to his own downfall."

"Which is a good thing, because if Pharaohmon was smart, these kids wouldn't be here," Canewomon said.

Sakuyamon nodded. "I agree. Guess we have to be lucky that Pharaohmon wasn't too big on brains."

Flamedramon sighed. "So, what's next that you guys had to deal with...?"

(We had to deal with the Four Demon Beast Warriors and WarDevidramon. Together, they're a dangerous force. None of my Generals had the strength to destroy Valmarmon's five most trusted generals and if I joined in, Valmarmon himself would join in the battle. So, we came up with an idea.)

Canewomon nodded. "Instead of destroying the five Generals, we should seal them away instead!"

"Seal them? How?" Rapidmon asked.

Alphamon sighed. "MahouGarurumon created five separate chambers to lock WarDevidramon and the Demon Beast Warriors away and seal them deep underground and used a powerful spell in order to prevent it from opening."

"And do they die in the chamber from old age...?" Athenamon asked.

Omegamon shook his head. "No. Digimon as powerful as WarDevidramon and the Demon Beast Warriors do not simply die of old age."

"Did this plan of yours work?" Flamedramon asked.

Canewomon giggled. "Of course, it was foolproof."

Rika grinned. "So, not even Kazu and Kenta could botch it up."

"HEY!" Kazu and Kenta snapped.

Omegamon chuckled. "We were successful in sealing away two of the Beast Warriors while they were alone."

(That's right. Due to their foolishness, ChiGenbumon and KazeByakkomon were easily overpowered and sealed away.)

ChiGenbumon snarled. "You shall not defeat me, puny warriors! I shall defeat you in the name of the mighty Lord Valmarmon! Die, die, DIE!"

Anubimon sweatdropped. "So, remind me why he has to go first...?"

MahouGarurumon sighed. "ChiGenbumon is the weakest of the four. If we seal him away now, it'll be easier to deal with the strongest Generals without having to worry about him!"

Omegamon nodded. "A very good idea, my friend. However, we must not let our guard down. Even though he is the weakest, he has the strongest armor out of the four Generals!"

"Right. Omegamon, Anubimon! You know what to do!" MahouGarurumon said.

Anubimon and Omegamon nodded. "Right!" And with that, they rushed into battle.

"All right. Would anyone mind explain to me what they're doing?" Rika asked.

Rapidmon snickered. "Yep, everyone would mind explaining to you, Rika."

Rika glared at Rapidmon. "Watch it, rabbit boy! Or..."

"Or else what?" Rapidmon asked. "I'm an Ultimate!"

"And I'm a Mega!" Sakuyamon said, grinning.

Rapidmon sweatdropped as he diverted his eyes. "Oh, look... an inter-dimensional plot hole."

Takato rapidly blinked. "Wha...?!"

Henry sighed. "Don't ask. I think he's been in that Rapidmon form for too long."

Imperialdramon shook his head. "The plan was to weaken ChiGenbumon so it would be easier to seal him away in a chamber."

Omegamon punched ChiGenbumon in the chest after knocking his shield away. "You can't win! It's over!"

"No! It's not over!" ChiGenbumon yelled out in fury.

"My. Aren't you tough?" Athenamon said, stroking Omegamon's chest.

Omegamon blushed. "Well, I... he... I..."

Artemismon whispered to D'Arcmon, giggling. "Guess Omegamon wished he stayed out of the Pharaohmon problem now, huh?"

D'Arcmon grinned. "He'll never escape fate."

"Wish I could," Omegamon muttered.

ChiGenbumon was thrown back into a wall, yelling in fury. "I WON'T LOSE! I WILL NOT LOSE! I'LL DESTROY YO..." He roared as he struggled when Omegamon and Anubimon grabbed him by the arms. "RAGH! LET GO OF ME, YOU FOOLS!"

Omegamon struggled as he glanced at MahouGarurumon. "Quick! Use the spell!"

Anubimon nodded. "Yeah! Use it now! HURRY!"

MahouGarurumon sighed as he raised his staff into the air. "Struktur Transporto!" He slammed it onto the ground and a temple-like structure appeared beside him. Two doors opened up as the golden wolf, started to pant. "Quick! Throw him in now!"

"What are you doing?!" ChiGenbumon roared out as Omegamon and Anubimon threw him into the temple. "STOP!"

Omegamon rushed forward and slammed the doors shut. "MahouGarurumon, hurry! Before he tries to bust himself out!"

MahouGarurumon sighed. "I'm going to have to get use to this..." He fired a bolt of energy from his staff. "Ultimo Sello!"

The energy struck against an ancient lock located between the doors, glowing as Omegamon leapt out of the way. ChiGenbumon roared as he failed to break the doors. "YOU FOOLS! LET ME OUT! LET ME OUT NOW OR YOU'LL PAY THE PRICE!"

Anubimon sighed. "The walls and that door will be impossible for him to break! He's trapped in there forever!"

MahouGarurumon was sweating from using these powerful spells, he nodded. "I know. However, it's dangerous to keep his locked chamber in the open where Valmarmon and his other generals can see!" He held his staff up in the air once more. "I have to seal him deep underground right away! Subterraneo Transporto! Goodbye, ChiGenbumon!"

The temple started to shake and sink underground as ChiGenbumon roared in fury. "YOU'LL PAY!"

As the temple was fully gone, MahouGarurumon fell to his knees and panted. Anubimon gasped. "Are you okay?!"

MahouGarurumon nodded. "I'll... be... fine." He gasped for air. "Using three powerful spells in order to seal ChiGenbumon away takes a lot of energy out of me and I fear it's just the beginning. One down, four to go..."

"Not long after that, KazeByakkomon attacked. Imperialdramon and I confronted him while Omegamon and Anubimon were resting!" Alphamon said. "And even though he had little time for rest, MahouGarurumon joined us in battle!"

Rapidmon chuckled. "Perfect, a tiger versus a wolf! This'll be interesting."

Canewomon was casually examining her staff. "Just remember this, puppy rabbit. Make fun of MahouGarurumon and you'll regret it for the rest of your life!"

Rapidmon sweatdropped. "Oh, come on. How close are you to this guy anyway? He was your teacher!"

"He did not stay my teacher forever," Canewomon said, grinning. "You're speaking to MahouGarurumon's fiancée."

Rapidmon gulped. "Oh, really? Should have known."

"Well, the engagement ring was a big clue," Henry muttered. He blinked. "Speaking of which, how did Omegamon get the wedding ring on him?"

Omegamon grumbled as he raised his WarGreymon hand up, showing off the golden ring around the horn. "It wasn't easy."

KazeByakkomon growled as he took a battle stance with his lance. "You fools will regret facing the indestructible Beast Generals of Great Lord Valmarmon!"

"Great Lord! Valmarmon has passed his major ego on to his lackeys," Alphamon muttered.

Imperialdramon narrowed his eyes. "Thus making them as dangerous as he is."

MahouGarurumon took a kneeling position. "You two battle him until he gets tired. I'll try and conjure up another sealing spell!"

Imperialdramon and Alphamon nodded. "Right!"

KazeByakkomon snarled. "ANOTHER sealing spell?! That explains why ChiGenbumon is missing. It was your doing, wasn't it?!"

Alphamon summoned a green sword made out of energy. "Enough of this. Imperialdramon, let's go!"

Imperialdramon nodded, raising his fists up. "Right!"

"It took us nearly an hour to wear him down," Imperialdramon said. "We soon figured out that ChiGenbumon is the weakest of the four Generals while HiSuzakumon, the leader, was the strongest."

"What? Are you saying Henry is the weakest guy here? Thanks for believing in him," Rapidmon muttered.

Henry sweatdropped. "Rapidmon, I don't think he means it like that..."

Rika grinned. "Oh, yes he does."

"Rika, don't start, please...?" Takato pleaded.

"UNHAND ME! UNHAND ME, YOU WEAK FOOLS!" KazeByakkomon spat in fury. "YOU HAVE NO RIGHT!"

Imperialdramon sighed as he and Alphamon held KazeByakkomon's arms tightly. "I think you need to think up better insults."

Alphamon smirked. "And where you'll be going, I'm sure you'll be able to think up better insults for a very long time."

"RAGH!" KazeByakkomon hissed. "YOU'RE ALL DEAD!"

Alphamon glanced at MahouGarurumon. "Quick, my friend! Before it's too late!"

MahouGarurumon got up from his kneeling position and raised his staff into the air. "Struktur Transporto!" He slammed it onto the ground and another temple-like structure appeared beside him. Two doors opened up as the golden wolf slowly got up. "H...Hurry up..."

"Throw him in now! He can't take much more of this!" Imperialdramon said.

Alphamon nodded. "Right! In you go!"

KazeByakkomon hissed as he was thrown into the temple. "This is how you've beaten ChiGenbumon?! It'll never happen to me! DO YOU UNDERSTAND?!"

Alphamon slammed the doors. "Oh, be quiet. MahouGarurumon!"

"Ultimo Sello!" MahouGarurumon called out, firing a bolt of energy from his staff.

The energy struck against the ancient lock located between the doors, glowing as Alphamon stepped back. KazeByakkomon howled in anger. "NO! THIS CAN'T BE HAPPENING! LET ME OUT NOW!"

Imperialdramon narrowed his eyes. "The second Beast General has been sealed away. So far, so good."

"Say that once I'm done," MahouGarurumon whispered, holding his staff into the air. "Subterraneo Transporto!"

The second temple shook as it sank underground. KazeByakkomon called out from behind the doors. "You'll regret this wolf. If I ever break free from this prison, I'll destroy you forever!"

MahouGarurumon fell to his butt, panting. "Oh, god... the... pain... too much... magic..."

Imperialdramon helped MahouGarurumon up. "It's over for now. Even if the remaining two attack, we'll just drive them away until you're fully recovered."

"You... sure...?" MahouGarurumon whispered.

Alphamon nodded. "You've done much today, my friend. We'll just have to wait."

MahouGarurumon sighed. "I hate to see Valmarmon's reaction of what happened today..."

"Why do I get the feeling that Valmarmon isn't going to be happy?" Kazu asked.

"Maybe because you ate all those beans, Kazu," Guardromon said.

Kazu sweat-dropped. "Thank you, Guardromon, for sharing that with everyone. Why not speak a bit LOUDER?"

Guardromon nodded. "OK... MAYBE BECAUSE YO..."

"THAT WAS SARCASIM, YOU IDIOT!" Kazu yelled.

Jeri sighed. "They've got a strong bond there."

"Yeah, a bond of idiots," Felinismon muttered.

(Valmarmon wasn't happy to learn that two of his creations have been defeated. Not happy at all.)

Valmarmon sat at his throne, narrowing his eyes as his five remaining generals entered the room. "HiSuzakumon, MizuSeiryumon, Reapermon, Pharaohmon, WarDevidramon, do you have anything to report?"

MizuSeiryumon sighed. "No, Valmarmon-sama. No sign of the coward, Myotismon. It seems he has hidden himself somewhere far away from the war zone."

"It's such a shame, though. He's the cause of AlForce Veedramon's death," WarDevidramon muttered. "And yet he can't take the pressure of the war after losing his ability to digivolve."

Reapermon snarled. "That coward will get what he deserves if we ever catch him!"

Valmarmon rubbed his chin. "Hmm, not all is lost. ChiGenbumon and KazeByakkomon are still out there. I'm sure they'll find him and bring him back. Now that he's lost the power of a Mega, he can't overcome my Beast Generals, can he?"

Pharaohmon sighed. "My Lord. Forgive these four, but they have some news."

"They do?" Valmarmon asked, raising an eyebrow.

WarDevidramon nodded. "Yes, Lord Valmarmon-sama. However, it's not about Myotismon. This news concerns ChiGenbumon and KazeByakkomon. One of our spies overheard a conversation between Digimon civilians about the two Generals."

"They've been defeated," HiSuzakumon said.

Valmarmon leapt out from his seat in rage. "They've been WHAT?! Defeated?! HOW?!"

"From what we've learned, they have been sealed away somehow," HiSuzakumon said. "Many digimon are believing that the Great Beast Generals aren't so dangerous after all."

MizuSeiryumon narrowed his eyes. "And they should be taught that we are NOT be taken lightly."

Valmarmon walked over to a window. "This isn't good. I'm preparing myself for the final battle and what I don't need to hear is that two of my strongest Generals have been defeated! HiSuzakumon, MizuSeiryumon! Find out what happened to them! If you see anyone of Granasmon's friends. You know what to do!"

HiSuzakumon bowed. "Of course, Valmarmon-sama!"

MizuSeiryumon bowed as well. "At once, Valmarmon-sama!"

And with that, they vanished in bursts of fire and water. Valmarmon gazed at his last three Generals. "Anything else you would like to add?"

WarDevidramon shook his head. "No, my lord. Nothing at all."

"Good. Let's hope nothing goes wrong this time." Valmarmon muttered.

"MahouGarurumon had enough strength to seal away one more Beast General," Omegamon said. "So, when we learned that HiSuzakumon had been sighted, MahouGarurumon, Imperialdramon and I went over there to confront him. However, It seemed HiSuzakumon wanted to see us, as well."

"Because he knew that you guys had something to do with the missing ChiGenbumon and KazeByakkomon, right?" Jeri asked.

Omegamon nodded. "Yes, and believe it or not, HiSuzakumon was the strongest of the four."

Kenta chuckled. "Sure, but, once you took him out, MizuSeiryumon was all alone."

Imperialdramon snarled. "No, he wasn't."

HiSuzakumon snarled and raised his sword at the arrival of Omegamon, Imperialdramon, and MahouGarurumon. "Warriors of Granasmon, what have you done to my comrades? Speak now or I shall burn you like hell!"

Omegamon narrowed his eyes. "You have no right to threaten us like that! We're no weaklings!"

"Ha! What about AlForce Veedramon? He's a weakling. He died!" HiSuzakumon scoffed.

MahouGarurumon shook his head. "He died with honor and bravery, unlike Myotismon, who ran off like a coward!"

HiSuzakumon narrowed his eyes. "Myotismon will regret abandoning the great Valmarmon like that. If you want to know what his punishment will be, I'll be happy to show it to you!"

Imperialdramon took a battle stance. "Bring it!"

HiSuzakumon grinned. "Oh, I'll bring it, all right. In fact, let's make it even. Right, my friend?"

MizuSeiryumon stepped out of nowhere and smirked. "Correct, leader. They won't know what hit them."

MahouGarurumon gasped. "What?!"

"We've learned that it took two Mega Digimon to defeat our comrades," HiSuzakumon said, grinning. "I wonder how long three Megas against two Beast Generals will last."

"Omegamon! Imperialdramon! Battle now!" MahouGarurumon said. "I'll get things ready."

Imperialdramon and Omegamon nodded. "Right!" And with that, Imperialdramon fought MizuSeiryumon while Omegamon fought HiSuzakumon.

Imperialdramon rubbed his temples. "Facing those two was really tough... the battle lasted about two hours before they finally tired themselves out..."

Henry rubbed his chin. "I can see how this would be tough for you. From what you said before, MahouGarurumon only had enough strength to seal away one more Beast General, right? Which means, you had to seal those two in the same chamber, right?"

"We tried to, but..." Omegamon whispered.

Imperialdramon held MizuSeiryumon's arms tightly while Omegamon pinned HiSuzakumon to the ground. The dragon warrior grunted. "Hurry, MahouGarurumon! It's time!"

MahouGarurumon nodded. "All right." He slammed his staff into the ground, bringing up a temple-like structure. "Struktur Transporto!"

As the doors opened up, Imperialdramon threw MizuSeiryumon into the chamber. "Enjoy your new home!"

MizuSeiryumon crashed into the temple floor, rubbing his face. "What's this place?!"

HiSuzakumon's eyes widened. "What are they...? OF COURSE!" He broke free from Omegamon's grasp and kicked him in the head. "NOW I UNDERSTAND! THIS IS HOW YOU'VE DEFEATED CHIGENBUMON AND KAZEBYAKKOMON!"

"Argh!" Omegamon coughed. He got up and rubbed his head. "MahouGarurumon, seal him away before HiSuzakumon ruins everything!"

MahouGarurumon gritted his teeth. "Ok." He fired a bolt of energy from his staff. "Ultimo Sello!"

The energy struck against the ancient lock located between the doors, glowing as the doors slammed shut and sealed MizuSeiryumon inside the temple. "NO! LET ME OUT! LET ME OUT!"

"Now for... YARGH!" MahouGarurumon choked as HiSuzakumon crashed into his back, knocking him to the ground as the phoenix warrior pinned him to the floor. "NO!"

Imperialdramon stood up and gasped. "MahouGarurumon!"

HiSuzakumon held his sword at MahouGarurumon's neck. "So, this is your plan to defeat the Beast Generals, hmm? Well, guess what? It was all in vain... I'll kill you and report to Valmarmon-sama about this failed plan... and he'll release my three comrades from their prison!"

MahouGarurumon smirked. "Forget it! The only way to break the lock is to use a magical spell. Valmarmon is a God, but he's no magician..."

"Very well then. One thing I can do..." HiSuzakumon said, before he grinned. "I'll take you back to Valmarmon and he'll make you release my comrades!" He swung his sword, unleashing a shockwave of flames that knocked Imperialdramon and Omegamon down. "AND YOUR NOT GOING TO STOP ME!"

Omegamon fell to the ground. "This can't be... we can't lose like this..."

Imperialdramon slowly got up. "Don't give up. There's always a way."

HiSuzakumon scoffed. "Please, what sort of miracle could save you from..."

"Struktur Transporto!" Called a voice. A bolt of energy struck the ground near HiSuzakumon and MahouGarurumon, bring up a temple-like structure. The doors opened up.

MahouGarurumon blinked. "What the...?"

HiSuzakumon narrowed his eyes. "What is...?"

"POSITRON LASER!" Imperialdramon called out, unleashing his attack on HiSuzakumon that pushed him off MahouGarurumon and into the structure doors. "NOW!"

"Now? But, I..." MahouGarurumon said.

"Ultimo Sello!" Called the same voice, unleashing a bolt of energy on the doors that slammed shut, sealing HiSuzakumon behind. Suddenly, a familiar female Digimon landed beside MahouGarurumon, smiling. "Hello, sensei. Guess I pulled your tail out of that fire..."

MahouGarurumon got up, his jaw dropped. "Canewomon?! What are you...?"

Canewomon giggled. "Well, guess I can't call you sensei anymore. I've passed."

Imperialdramon chuckled. "Looks like you've come here just in time. A blow to your ego, eh friend? Being rescued by a girl."

Omegamon rubbed his chin. "The same girl that you really like."

MahouGarurumon's cheeks blushed. "ENOUGH!"

Canewomon giggled. "And now let's get rid of these Generals for good!"

MahouGarurumon smiled. "I agree."

"LET US OUT!" MizuSeiryumon cried out in anger.

HiSuzakumon snarled. "VALMARMON WILL DESTROY YOU ALL!"

"Subterraneo Transporto!" Both MahouGarurumon and Canewomon called out, sealing their temples underneath the ground where the last two Beast Generals will stay there forever.

Omegamon chuckled. "At last... Valmarmon's accursed Beast Generals are gone for good."

Imperialdramon nodded. "Yes, now, only WarDevidramon is left, and he won't be easy."

"That was sweet!" Kenta said. "So, only WarDevidramon left, eh? What about Pharaohmon and Reapermon?"

Imperialdramon sighed. "They're weak, so we didn't have any problems with them at all."

D'Arcmon nodded slowly. "So, what happened next?"

Canewomon blushed. "After MahouGarurumon recovered, he and I had a little chat. We found out that we love each other and..."

Athenamon grinned. "Got engaged, hmm?"

Canewomon nodded. "Yes, we were going to get married after the war if Granasmon won."

"So he could put up with his most annoying student for the rest of his life?" Rapidmon asked.

Canewomon held her staff up. "Any more comments?"

"Let me think about that," Rapidmon said.

Gallantmon sweatdropped. "Rapidmon, hiding behind me won't help."

Rapidmon nodded. "Yes, it can. Your tough armor will protect me."

Felinismon sighed. "Too bad it won't protect your thick head."

Seadramon smirked. "I see." He grinned at Flamedramon. "Hmm, wonder if you have one as well."

Flamedramon blinked. "What?"

"Ah, nothing," Seadramon said, grinning as he hovered away.

Flamedramon noticed the suspicious glares from Guardromon, Felinismon and Buster Blader. "What?!"

Himura sweatdropped. "Trust Seadramon to pick a trait from you."

Kotori grinned. "From me? What makes you think that?"

Jeri and Phillipe sweatdropped. "Oh boy."

"I'm going to get Inumon a helmet and a cup for a wedding gift," D'Arcmon said to Sakuyamon.

Sakuyamon smiled. "While you're at it, give me a whip, as well."

D'Arcmon giggled. "You got it."

"WHAT?!" Flamedramon asked towards the suspicious glares from Guardromon, Felinismon and Buster Blader.

Elemental Hero Neos shook his head. "Everyone, the story shall continue!"

Omegamon nodded. "That's right! A few weeks after the last two Generals have been sealed awa... Imperialdramon, MahouGarurumon, Canewomon, Alphamon and myself set off to face WarDevidramon!"

"After learning that we had something to do with his last two Generals defeated, Valmarmon sent WarDevidramon to destroy us all," Canewomon whispered. "THAT'S when tragedy strikes."

"But, before the battle, Granasmon gave MahouGarurumon a gift," Alphamon said. "The Jewel of Fanglong!"

An image of MahouGarurumon holding a beautiful green jewel appeared in front of Huanglongmon. The large, golden dragon nodded. "Yes, it contained some of Granasmon's power and he gave it to MahouGarurumon, hoping it'd be useful for him against WarDevidramon."

"And was it?" Rika asked.

Canewomon stared at the image. "Well."

WarDevidramon growled as Imperialdramon, Omegamon and Alphamon surrounded him. Canewomon and MahouGarurumon stood behind them on top of a rock. "So, you've come to deal with me like you've done with the Beast Generals, hmm? I must say, you have done a good job taking down the Generals one by one..."

Alphamon chuckled. "It's such a shame that you'll be sharing the same fate as your friends."

WarDevidramon held his claws up, narrowing his eyes. "You're mistaken, my friend. It's YOU who will suffer the same fate as my allies!"

Omegamon brought out his sword. "If you think you can defeat us, WarDevidramon, you've got another think coming!"

"I'll not go down in this fight!" WarDevidramon roared, charging toward with his eyes glowing red.

Imperialdramon leapt forward. "ATTACK!"

Canewomon gasped as she watched WarDevidramon fight her friends. "Is he serious?! Does he actually think he can overcome three Mega Digimon all by himself?"

"I think so, my dear. It took two Digimon to overcome the four Demon Beast Generals before sealing them away," MahouGarurumon said. "WarDevidramon is Valmarmon's strongest general ever. We have to seal him away before it's too late! You and I must be ready!"

Canewomon nodded. "Ok."

WarDevidramon thrashed angrily as the three Mega Digimon tried to hold him. "Keep him down!" Imperialdramon said, planting a foot on one of the dragon's legs and trying to keep a grip on the right arm, which isn't easy since the tail kept lashing at his back, denting the armor there.

"Unf! This guy's... TOUGH!" cried Omegamon as he tried to pin WarDevidramon's left arm down, which wasn't easy with the way the monster struggled.

"That may be, but he is still no match for the Royal Knights!" Alphamon claimed, leaping onto WarDevidramon's chest, the weight of the armor driving the breath from the startled dragon's lungs. He took a step forward and slugged the dragon in the face with a haymaker so powerful it shattered several teeth, crumpled his snout slightly, and left him seeing stars.

"Ugh..." WarDevidramon squeezed his eyes shut and shook his head, already starting to recover from his beating. Omegamon had spoken truthfully, the dark dragon was very tough indeed. Too tough for even these mighty warriors to defeat, hence why they had to seal him away with Valmarmon's other generals.

"Quickly, raise him up," MahouGarurumon called from the sidelines. "I've already begun the summoning!"

"Oh, please hurry," Canewomon said anxiously, wringing her hands. She could see that the knights were clearly tired from their struggle. If WarDevidramon should recover before the sealing was complete, they might not be able to restrain him again.

The Knights obeyed quickly, dragging the dazed WarDevidramon to his feet. Alphamon had his left arm and Imperialdramon his right, with Omegamon grabbing him from behind, keeping his Grey Sword across the monster's neck and pointing his Garuru Cannon at the demon's head, so that if the dragon made a false move he'd. Well, probably not die, but still get a bad headache. Or neck-ache. Whatever.

"Hmmm..." MahouGarurumon glowed as a shining magical spell-seal formed underneath him. He raised his staff in the air. "Struktur... Transporto!" The seal flashed and light shot from it into the air.

The ground shook, and burst open behind the three knights and the evil dragon as a massive cathedral-like temple rose from the ground, clumps of dirt and rock falling from its crenellated spires as it towered above them. "Even though he's already done that four times...it's still pretty damn impressive!" Imperialdramon commented, glancing back at the temple.

"Open her up!" Alphamon ordered MahouGarurumon. The wizard did so. He thrust his staff forward, and the giant gates of the temple behind them opened, light pulsing beckoningly from within.

"Now, all you have to do is throw him in and we'll seal him away forever!" Canewomon informed them.

"For... ever?" WarDevidramon murmured, regaining his senses. "No... NO! I won't go!" He began struggling again, trying to break free from the Knights' grasp. "I still have so much destruction and despair to cause in the world!"

"Stop it," Omegamon ordered, priming his gun. "Or I'll-" WarDevidramon thrust his head back, slamming into Omegamon's face and causing him to grunt and stumble back, losing his grip and misfiring his cannon, nearly hitting a startled Canewomon. "Ugh!"

"Omegamon!" cried an alarmed Imperialdramon, his attention shifting just the slightest from restraining WarDevidramon to focusing on his comrade.

"Imperialdramon, don't-" Alphamon started. But it was too late, Imperialdramon's momentary lack of focus was all WarDevidramon needed to rip his arm free from the Royal Knight and slash at the dragon's face with his Crimson War Claw, causing him to cry out and stagger backwards, clutching his eyes. WarDevidramon then swung his tail at Alphamon's legs, knocking him off balance and allowing the dragon to free his other arm, grab Alphamon by the neck and bring him up just in time to use him as a shield from Omegamon's Supreme Cannon blast. Alphamon cried out in pain as the super-powered energy blast hit him in the chest, cracking his armor.

Omegamon gasped. "N-no. What have I done?!"

"Oh, nothing much," WarDevidramon said, hurling Alphamon at Omegamon and knocking both of them out. Imperialdramon, his eyes still blinded, by WarDevidramon's claws, blindly tried to rush the evil dragon, but was easily evaded and knocked down with a kick to the rear, joining his comrades on the ground. "Just spelled the end of the Royal Knights. With their most powerful members and legendary leader sealed away for all eternity, they will be no match for the remaining forces of evil!"

"No! MahouGarurumon, we must do something!" cried a horrified Canewomon.

The wizard nodded in agreement and pulled out a second staff. "Canewomon, take my place here! The spell needs to be maintained, otherwise the temple will sink before we get WarDevidramon into it!"

His apprentice/fiancée nodded. "Right!" She hopped into the center of the spell seal at the same moment that MahouGarurumon jumped out, putting the burden of the magic on her shoulders.

"Face me, demon!" MahouGarurumon challenged WarDevidramon as he charged towards the dark dragon.

"Ah, and you are the wizard who sought to seek me away, aren't you? Allow me to return the favor," WarDevidramon purred. "Destructo Missile!" Several dozen missiles launched from compartments all over his body and homed in on MahouGarurumon. The magician twisted and dodged skillfully, evading some missiles and deflecting others with his spinning staffs, even knocking a few back towards the evil dragon, who obliterated them with a sweep of his tail. "Atomic Eye!" A powerful red laser shot from the dragon's eyes, sweeping across the ground towards MahouGarurumon.

MahouGarurumon leaped over the beam, flipped in the air, and struck the dragon with a powerful blow with one staff as he came down, rearing back with the other. "Lupo Furia!" He spun and swung his second staff upwards, catching WarDevidramon in the jaw and hurling him onto his back, allowing thousands of wolf-shaped energy beams to rain down and blast the monster in his stomach, blasting up dust and debris from the ground.

However, WarDevidramon was nothing if not resilient, and leaped back to his feet as MahouGarurumon came towards him, staffs swinging. "Crimson War Claw!" The dragon, claws glowing, tried to strike the wizard with both hands. MahouGarurumon crossed his staffs defensively before him, catching the claws and blocking WarDevidramon's blow. The staffs hissed and smoked from the power of the dragon's claws, shaking as WarDevidramon pressed against them, but MahouGarurumon held firm, even though his arms shook and the dragon pushed the staffs back a few inches. Tired already of the stalemate, the dragon sought to break it. "Atomic Eye!" His eye began to glow.

"Empyrean Flare!" MahouGarurumon howled, releasing a blast of powerful white fire right into the dragon's face. WarDevidramon screeched in pain as the flames burned at his head, clawing at his face to put them out. MahouGarurumon pressed the advantage he had been given and wailed on the weakened WarDevidramon, beating him back towards the temple. WarDevidramon, dazed by the flames, could do little more than defend himself from the wizard's flurry of attacks. Quickly enough, they reached the temple's threshold, and with a final kick MahouGarurumon managed to shove WarDevidramon, roaring in fury, through the glowing entryway.

The wizard quickly turned around. "Canewomon, now! Seal the gateway!"

The wizard's apprentice and beloved nodded, channeling her magic into the spellform beneath her. "Ultimo Sello!"

The temple shook. The gateway pulsed. And then, slowly, the big stone doors began to swing shut. MahouGarurumon quickly began running away from the threshold, heading for the dwindling gap between the closing doors to freedom...

When suddenly, WarDevidramon's serpentine tail lashed out from within the temple, wrapping around MahouGarurumon's ankle. The wizard cried out in surprise as he tripped and fell to the ground. "Uh!"

"If I am to be locked away for eternity. Then I shall take you with me, to ensure that no magician of your caliber remains to hinder my master's glorious victory!" the evil dragon shrieked from inside the temple. Before MahouGarurumon could get back up and free himself from the dragon, the monster's tail retracted back into the temple, dragging him with it, just as the doors slammed shut, trapping both of them inside.

Canewomon gasped in horror. "NO! MahouGarurumon!" She began to incant the first syllables of the spell to reopen the door.

"No! Stop!" Alphamon interrupted, staggering to his feet.

"If you open the door, you'll release WarDevidramon too!" Omegamon said, offering his leader some support to lean against.

"And there's no way we'll be able to trap him again, now that he knows what we were trying to do!" Imperialdramon said, gasping for breath.

"If he escapes, we won't be able to catch him... he'll round up the remaining supporters of Valmarmon and start a whole new war! He might even find a way to break the seals we've put on the other generals! For the sake of everything, we CAN'T let that happen!" said Omegamon.

"But...but MahouGarurumon..." Canewomon protested.

"In this war, many brave warriors have sacrificed their lives for our cause," Alphamon said despondently. "And now it seems one more sacrifice is required. Any one of us would have done the same thing in MahouGarurumon's place, but as it is, he was the one called to do it, and has paid the price. We must honor that sacrifice...and finish his last work. To do anything else would disgrace everything he's fought for."

"But..."

"Canewomon, if I could switch places with him, I would in an instant," Alphamon said firmly. "But I cannot. There is no other choice but this. It is the only way. I'm sorry."

Canewomon looked down, her hair covering her face. She stood there silently for a long moment, a cold wind gusting across the plains. Finally, almost in a whisper, she said, "Subterraneo Transporto."

The earth shook once more. The temple quaked mightily, and then slowly regressed into the ground, sinking bit by bit beneath the surface of the Digital World, never to be seen again. The Royal Knights watched solemnly as the last of it departed, the ground sealing up without a crack in its wake, as if it had never been there in the first place.

The spell seal underneath Canewomon faded and vanished as a few drops of moisture rolled down her snout and dropped to the ground, glistening with a kind of magic all their own. "Goodbye, MahouGarurumon."

It was all but silent on the plains then, with only the wind audibly mourning the loss of a great hero.

Granasmon's spirit, Huanglongmon, Imperialdramon, Alphamon, Omegamon and Canewomon bowed their heads as everyone was silent. Elemental Hero Neos stepped forward. "With MahouGarurumon's sacrifice, Valmarmon's strongest generals were sealed away... and yet, he was calm for some reason."

Alphamon nodded. "Yes, you see, he had two Generals left, Pharaohmon and Reapermon. As for Granasmon-sama's generals... Only Omegamon, Anubimon, Imperialdramon and I remained. The odds in his favor weren't too good, but that didn't stop him..."

Rika blinked. "What do you mean...?"

"Valmarmon declared the ultimate challenge. The final battle between my forces and his forces in a huge war... with Canewomon and Huanglongmon guarding the innocent Digimon, I took my army with my four generals to the final battle. And this battle lasted for Seven Days and Seven Nights. We fought throughout the day and throughout the night without resting in-between. During the second day, Alphamon and Omegamon fought Reapermon."

With good Digimon clashing their weapons against the evil side, Alphamon and Omegamon were glaring at Reapermon, who chuckled. "So, if it isn't the Royal Knights: Alphamon, the legendary leader and Omegamon, the second in command. My impression of you two: Very weak. You have to be weak if you were unable to save your fallen Knight friend from Myotismon's final attack."

Alphamon narrowed his eyes. "Silence, Reapermon. Yesterday marked the beginning of the end! Our leaders will battle it out against one another for the fate of the Digital World!"

"Spare me the drama!" Reapermon said, holding up his scythe. "By the order of Lord Valmarmon, I will slice your data so small, you'll reborn in a million Digieggs!"

Omegamon brought out his Grey Sword, narrowing his eyes. "That'll never happen."

"Really?" Reapermon asked, before he rushed forward and rapidly slashes the air with his scythe. "GRIM SLASHER!"

"MOVE!" Alphamon ordered, leaping out of Reapermon's attack.

Omegamon clashes his Grey Sword against Reapermon's scythe, stopping his attack. "A careless mistake!" He brought out the Garuru Cannon and quickly held it towards the Cyborg Digimon's chest. "SUPREME CANNO..."

"BURNING CYCLONE!" Reapermon hissed, spinning around in a whirlwind of flames, engulfing Omegamon. "HAHAHAHA! DIE, KNIGHT! DIE!"

Omegamon screamed. "ARGH! ENOUGH!"

"Omegamon!" Alphamon called out before he found himself being dragged towards the cyclone. "What in the...? How is that even possible...?" He narrowed his eyes. "Right. Omegamon, hold on! I'm not going to lose another comrade!" He held his hand out to create a green sword made of pure energy. "SEIKEN GRADE ALPHA!"

Leaping forward, Alphamon thrust his green sword into the fiery tornado. He heard the sound of his sword stabbing through someone. Slowly, the tornado vanished and Alphamon found himself holding his sword through Reapermon's chest. The Cyborg Digimon choked and looked dazed. "Damn it... how..."

Alphamon glanced at Omegamon. "Are you okay?!"

"I'm... much tougher... than you think I am..." Omegamon coughed, getting up from the ground. His armor had black scorch marks, but it looked like he was okay. He held up his Garuru Cannon back to Reapermon's chest. "It ends now."

Reapermon chuckled slowly. "Fools, it's hardly near the end. It's just the beginning! Soon, Lord Valmarmon will achieve his dream of conquering every world with his will and order! And not even bloody Granasmon can stop him!"

Alphamon scoffed. "His ideals will never come true. As long as our hearts and souls stay strong, not even Valmarmon can take that away!"

Omegamon nodded. "Yes and as for you, Reapermon. Sayonara... SUPREME CANNON!"

Alphamon pulled his sword back, made it disappear and fired multiple green energy beams from the palm of his hands. "DIGITALIZE OF SOUL!"

Reapermon was engulfed by the combined attacks of the two Royal Knights, screaming in pain as his body was dissolving into data. "MARK MY WORDS, YOU FOOLS! LORD VALMARMON WILL SEND YOU TO HELL! I'LL RETURN AND GET MY REVENGE...!"

Alphamon and Omegamon stood in silence as they watched Reapermon's data being blown away by the wind. With a heavy sigh, Alphamon turned around. "He is right about one thing."

Blinking, Omegamon glanced at his fellow Knight. "And what's that?"

Alphamon stared at the battlefield. "This is just the beginning."

("Even though Reapermon was gone, the war still continued... at that point, Pharaohmon decided to run away like a coward. He never got too far when he found himself being sealed by the Digital Priestess.")

"Hey... how come we didn't see her joining up?" Takato asked.

Imperialdramon sighed. "It was her last request. To make sure that her appearance as the Digital Priestess is kept as a secret. And to wipe away the images of her appearance until she was ready to return."

Athenamon smiled. "And she got that right to return when Pharaohmon himself came back. Thanks to Gallantmon Shining Mode, the Priestess and the Sailor Senshi of the Flames."

Gallantmon nodded. "Yes. However, it looks like Shining Mode might be needed again if we need to overcome the Rajita force!"

Huanglongmon chuckled. "Yes, that's true. However, Gallantmon, there's a way to become Shining Mode WITHOUT fusing with the Priestess."

"There... is...?" Gallantmon asked, looking surprised.

("Yes... and I'll give you that ability later. However, let's get back to the story, shall we? As the war continued and Valmarmon has no more generals left to fight by his side, he decided to challenge me in a one-on-one battle without anyone helping us. I had to accept and I also had to get stronger during the fight as well.")

It was the seventh night and both sides were watching with hopeful gaze that their mighty leader will be victorious over their enemy. Granasmon and Valmarmon weren't showing any fatigue nor were they giving up. They stared at each other, narrowing their eyes as they glared at each other.

"I must say, Granasmon. You've gained my respect," Valmarmon muttered. "I never thought we would fight this long."

Granasmon chuckled. "Thank you, Valmarmon, however, I'm won't be finished fighting until you're finally gone."

Valmarmon grinned. "Oh, really...? Well then, let the sparks fly!" He held out his hand to created a black sword with blood-red markings on the blade that has no shine. "BANE OF LIGHT!" He chuckled as he examined his sword. "Here it is... my sword, the blood-thirsty Muramasa!"

"Two can play at this game," Granasmon said, calmly. He held out his hand, creating a white sword with blue markings on the blade, sparkling under the moonlight. "EMPYREAN BLADE!" He twirled his sword around before pointing it at Valmarmon. "The Granasaber. The ultimate weapon for a Divine God like me to protect good from evil..."

Valmarmon smirked. "Well, now. Shall we begin? Or do you still need to get ready for the final battle...?"

Granasmon bowed his head. "I want to end this battle right now before your forces claim more innocent life." He lifted his head, chuckling. "And for that, I must get serious." His entire body was engulfed in pure pearl white aura. "Valmarmon, witness my ultimate strength!"

Valmarmon raised an eyebrow. "Hmm?"

Watching from the mountains nearby were Alphamon, Omegamon, Imperialdramon and Anubimon. They all covered their eyes as Granasmon's body glowed. Anubimon was in awe. "Lord Granasmon... what is he...?"

"He's getting stronger! He's unleashing a stronger form so he can defeat Valmarmon more quickly!" Alphamon said.

Omegamon chuckled. "Finally... for AlForce Veedramon and MahouGarurumon, avenge them, my lord."

When the glow vanished, Granasmon was now standing in pearl-white armor. He still retained his blond hair, his ten large white magnificent angel wings from his back and his Granasaber remained the same. He held his Granasaber in one hand, he held a light blue shield with the Crest of Light in between a pair of angel's wings embedded on it. Granasmon swung his sword around, creating small winds as he stood tall. "GRANASMON EMPYREAN MODE!"

"Sweet! Check it out!" Kazu said. "He looks like the Black Luster Soldier, only you could call it the White Luster Soldier!"

Kenta blinked. "Which one? The ritual-summoned version, or Envoy of the Beginning?"

"Doesn't matter... he still looks sweet!" Kazu said, grinning.

Henry shook his head before he checked his D-Ark, bringing up data on Granasmon's new form. "Ok. Granasmon Empyrean Mode! A Mega level, Vaccine type, Divine Warrior-God Digimon! His weapons are the Granasaber and Granashield! With his new form made for battle, he'll fight to the bitter end in order to protect the innocent! His special attacks are Granasaber, Heaven's Blade and Final Light!"

Takato grinned. "So, it's the final fight?"

("Yes, it's the final fight and this is what happened.")

Valmarmon chuckled. "Not bad. I won't bother powering myself up. This form is enough to take you down, Granasmon. I'll tear you to pieces."

Granasmon EM narrowed his eyes. "We'll see who'll be torn apart first."

Valmarmon went into battle pose, holding his Muramasa out. "Ready...?"

Granasmon EM nodded before he held his Granasaber out. "Yes, I'm ready."

Silence...

And then...

"BATTLE!" Both Valmarmon and Granasmon EM cried out, leaping towards each other and swinging their swords against each other.

The blades clashed against each other, sparks flying around them as the two Gods leapt back. Valmarmon hissed as he threw a dark ball of energy from his hand. "I'll not fall, Granasmon! I came too far for my ideals to come true!"

Granasmon EM blocked the attack with his shield, gritting his teeth. "Selfish ideals like yours, Valmarmon, will NEVER come true!" He thrust his sword in front of him as the blade glowed white. "GRANASABER!"

Valmarmon blocked the blade with his own, grinning as he pointed his free hand to Granasmon EM's shadow. "Let's see if your spirit can be over come by horror and despair, my dear opponent..." His hand gave off a dark aura. "SHADOWS... OF...DEATH!"

Gasping, Granasmon EM leapt into the air as he moved his shadow from Valmarmon's attack. "I won't let you win, you devil!" He did rapid thrusts in the air with his Granasaber, creating after-images of his blade towards Valmarmon. "HEAVEN'S BLADE!"

"SUPREME DARKNE... ARGH!" Valmarmon screamed, falling to the ground after getting direct hits from Granasmon EM's attack. "NO!"

Anubimon gasped. "He's down!"

Omegamon anticipated Granasmon's next move. "This is it!"

Imperialdramon clenched his fist. "For everyone that perished from that evil tyrant... finish him off!"

"You can do it, Granasmon-sama!" Alphamon called out.

Granasmon EM's entire body was covered in light as he held his sword in front of him. "AlForce Veedramon, MahouGarurumon, and every innocent Digimon that has fallen by Valmarmon's evil. This is for you... FINAL LIGHT!"

Valmarmon was lying on the ground, rubbing his head. "Damn you, Granasmon... I'll make sure that you..." He looked up and gasped. "Oh no!"

What Valmarmon saw was Granasmon EM flying down towards him at an extreme speed, holding his sword up. "This is the end!"

Valmarmon narrowed his eyes. "This is NOT the end..."

Before Granasmon EM crashed into Valmarmon, he thrust his Granasaber into Valmarmon's chest. "DIE, VALMARMON!"

SSSSHHHHHLLLLIIIICCCCKKKKK!

Silence...

Every Digimon was in shock...

"Valmarmon..." Anubimon whispered.

"Lord Granasmon..." Omegamon gasped.

"BOTH OF THEM?!" Alphamon cried out in horror.

Granasmon EM reverted back into his original form as he grit his teeth in pain. Before he thrust the sword through Valmarmon, Valmarmon was able to pick up his own weapon and thrust it through Granasmon's chest. Both Digimon Gods were able to give to each other a fatal blow. Staggering backwards, Granasmon fell to the ground and clutched his chest. "Argh..."

Valmarmon coughed as he sat up, laughing. "Foolish... Granasmon... the war is over... your side may have won... but, I'm much smarter... than you think..."

Granasmon looked up, gritting his teeth. "What... do you... mean...?"

"You and I... are special..." Valmarmon said. "Even though our bodies will be gone, our souls are immortal... impossible to be destroyed!"

Granasmon lowered his head. "That's true..."

Anubimon stepped back in horror. "Granasmon is dying?!"

Imperialdramon lowered his head. "Yes. Granasmon could heal himself, but he wasted too much energy in his final attack!"

"What about Valmarmon?! Unlike our Lord, he didn't change his form to get stronger!" Omegamon said.

Alphamon closed his eyes. "That's true, but I think Valmarmon used up most of his energy as well and doesn't have enough to heal himself..."

Valmarmon grinned. "True. VERY true. However, like I said before... I'm much smarter... than you think..." He looked up and laughed. "I'll separate my body into seven pieces, impossible to be destroyed, and await my followers to revive me from my slumber!"

"WHAT?!" Alphamon gasped.

Imperialdramon snarled. "Curse you, Valmarmon... curse you!"

Valmarmon stood up, his body breaking into data. He glared at Granasmon and chuckled. "How about it, Granasmon...? Why don't you try and separate your body into pieces so you can await YOUR revival...? Or do you have any strength left in order to conduct this miracle...?"

Granasmon coughed and breathed heavily. "Darn... he's right... I'm too... tired..." He gritted his teeth. "This is a set-back... for using... the Final Light... in my Empyrean Mode..."

Omegamon's eyes widened. "That means..."

Valmarmon laughed, his arms vanishing into data. "I'll return, but not Granasmon! The future looks beautiful! And once I returned, I'll find out what you've done to my five missing Generals!" He grinned. "Believe me, revenge will be so sweet..."

"Valmarmon, you'll NEVER return!" Imperialdramon yelled. "WE'LL MAKE SURE OF THAT!"

"Are you so sure...? Heh, we'll see in the future..." Valmarmon said, grinning. "For now... sayonara, suckers..." His laughing voice echoed as his body vanished. The data of Valmarmon soon whirled around and seven dark balls of energy hovered in the air before separating into different directions.

Omegamon followed one of the seven and snarled. "Damn him! And we can't destroy the pieces?! How can we stop him from coming back?!"

"You... can't... destroy the pieces... but you can... seal them..." Granasmon said, coughing. "Speak to... Huanglongmon... he has the power... to seal the pieces away... once you've located them, seal them with Huanglongmon's power and separate them into different... locations..."

Anubimon gasped. "Granasmon! Hold on! We can he..."

Granasmon smiled. "No, Anubimon... please, calm yourself... like Valmarmon said... my soul is immortal... I'll be with you forever..."

Alphamon bowed. "Thank you, my lord. Your legend will be remembered forever."

Granasmon chuckled. "Thank you, my friend... thank you... for... every... thing..." He closed his eyes and...

Granasmon's entire body burst into data.

A light orb floated in the air and flew away with the scattering data of the fallen Divine God.

All that remained from the final battle was Granasmon's Granasaber and Valmarmon's Muramasa.

Imperialdramon snarled. "No... Damn it... no..."

Omegamon fell to his knees. "This war... was never easy... was it...?"

Alphamon shook his head, remembering Canewomon's tears as she was forced to seal MahouGarurumon with WarDevidramon. "No... it never was..."

Anubimon sighed. "Sayonara, Granasmon-sama. You'll be remembered forever!"

("The war was over, but the events that followed afterwards was just the beginning...")

There was silence. Everyone had kept quiet upon witnessing the most historical and important moment of the Digital World.

"Once the seven pieces of Valmarmon had been sealed away, I separated the Digital World into 5 distinct, separate worlds. One for each of the four compass points, and one more that would serve as the only link between them. As you can probably surmise, the Digital World you all know is the South Realm. I and the Royal Knights remained in the Central Realm, and I created the Four Digimon Sovereigns to watch over a world of their own. Imperialdramon, I believe, has branches of his Dra-Warriors in each realm." Huanglongmon said.

Henry shook his head. "So, it wasn't over, was it?"

Elemental Hero Neos stepped forward as everyone, minus the warriors from the past, stood in silence. "That's correct. We believe there might be rouge forces searching for the seven pieces! And we fear Valmarmon might know where the five sealed chambers with his four Beast Generals and WarDevidramon are!"

Alphamon nodded. "Yes, but, we don't have to worry about that until those cursed alien forces are brought down with our strength!"

Granasmon's spirit nodded. "Correct, at this very moment, your allies are invading the main Rajita ship where the final battle shall start! In a few moments, all of you should join up with them in order to free the human and Digital Worlds from the great evil we're facing."

Takato grinned. "You got it! We won't let you or Huanglongmon down!"

Huanglongmon nodded. "Thank you, young Tamer."

"We're all grateful," Omegamon stated.

"Gallantmon. This weapon we're giving to you was the weapon Granasmon was making before AlForce Veedramon's untimely demise," Huanglongmon said as a orb of light floated over to Gallantmon and landed in his hands. "With this weapon, you'll be able to reach your Shining Mode without the help of the Digital Priestess."

Gallantmon stared at the weapon he now holds. It was a long, thin sword with a gaping dragon's maw in place of a cross guard. From that mouth extended the blade, which shone with a strange light completely independent from the chamber's illumination. The blade was silver while the gaping dragon's jaws and hilt looked to be made of gold. Although the sword itself seemed rather simple, somehow, Gallantmon knew it was the most powerful weapon he would ever lay hands on. He looked up at Huanglongmon. "What's this weapon called?"

"The Dragon Saber, which contains many other abilities you and your Tamer can unlock," Huanglongmon answered.

Neos nodded in response. "That is correct. Gallantmon, you have been bestowed this weapon because you deemed to be worthy of wielding it. Defeating Pharaohmon was a great accomplishment and this sword, no doubt, will aid you in the battle with your current enemy. Lord Granasmon and Lord Huanglongmon have great faith in you and your friends. Please, use it wisely and only when the situation becomes dire."

Nodding, Gallantmon examined the blade and slashed it down while cutting through the air. "I will use this sword and new power wisely! Thank you, Lord Granasmon. Thank you, Lord Huanglongmon."

"Atta boy, Gallantmon. You look great," Takato smiled proudly for his partner. "You've come a long way since the day I drew you. I never dreamed this would happen: Gallantmon bestowed an ultimate weapon from a god!"

"He sure is taking a liking to that sword! Lucky..." Rapidmon murmured.

Sakuyamon smiled proudly. "Granasmon chose the right warrior to wield that sacred weapon."

"Good for Gallantmon. Now, our odds have turned to our favor," Henry said.

Rika nodded. "I hope you're right, for our sake."

Canewomon stood behind, staring at the floor. "I'll keep on fighting for you my love."

"We'll all keep fighting to protect everything dear to us," Athenamon vowed. "Right, my love?"

Omegamon nodded. "No questions asked."

"I think we all know who or what we have to keep on fighting for," Himura said. "Our families."

The children all nodded simultaneously in response to what Himura said. They realized that they would be fighting for the sake of their loved ones.

"Let's not forget our friends, allies, the two worlds and the survival of humanity," Takato said.

Huanglongmon nodded as he kept an eye on the saber-wielding Gallantmon. "And now... My friends. The surprise I promised you. Sorry to keep you waiting. In order to help you in your war against the invaders, I have arranged reinforcements. Tamers and friends, look beyond the door behind Elemental Hero Neos."

They did as told and looked down at a golden door behind Elemental Hero Neos.

"Gee, I wonder what he could mean?" Takato said.

"We won't know until he opens the door," replied Rika.

"These warriors hail all the way from the Eastern Digital Realm. Omegamon, Imperialdramon, Ophanimon, Cherubimon and Seraphimon, this surprise will come off as a shock to you. I hope you're ready."

"Yes, show us who our reinforcements that you've managed to find for us," Omegamon nodded.

Cherubimon faced the door. "I wonder..."

"Show us, Lord Huanglongmon and Lord Granasmon," Ophanimon said.

"Please, open for the door, Elemental Hero Neos. We don't want to keep our guests waiting. It is time..." Granasmon instructed.

With that, the Duel Monster moved to the side and turned the handle on the door.

Inside was a room of white light and then a group of shadowy figures were coming forward. The first put out a hand and walked out through the door.

The expression on everyone's faces turned into shock, disbelief and certainly...

"OH. MY. GOSH! NO WAY!" Kazu and Kenta freaked out.

"It... It can't be! Can it?!" Takato jumped back in surprise as he pointed his finger forward. "It's THEM!"

Omegamon was speechless. It was as if he had seen a ghost. His face contorted with shock.

Taking notice of her husband's expression, Athenamon raised a brow in concern. "Dear, what's wrong?"

"Yes, it's as if you seem to know these strangers," Buster Blader said.

"I... I do know them! Those two!" Omegamon pointed.

"What?" Amazoness Swordswoman was confused.

"I didn't think THIS would be possible!" Himura exclaimed.

"No. Freaking. Way," Rika remarked.

Yes, standing before everyone and walking out the secret door were seven of the legendary Digi-Destined.

Tai Kamiya, the Digi-Destined of Courage, and the human partner of Agumon;

Matt Ishida, the Digi-Destined of Friendship, and the human partner of Gabumon;

TK Takashi, the Digi-Destined of Hope, and the human partner of Patamon;

Kari Kamiya, the Digi-Destined of Light, and the human partner of Gatomon;

Davis Motomiya, the Digi-Destined of Miracles, and the human partner of Veemon;

Ken Ichijouji, the Digi-Destined of Kindness, and the human partner of Wormmon;

Willis Wallace, the Digi-Destined of Destiny, and the human partner of Cocomon and Gummymon;

They were a few years older than they were when they defeated Diablomon. Tai and Matt appeared to be 19 years of age while TK, Kari, Davis, Ken and Willis were about 15 or 16.

Takato blinked as he thought his eyes had deceived him. Standing before him was a group of kids he called his heroes. "But... They can't be real! Could they?!"

(PREVIEW)

Tai: Hey, everyone! Surprised to see us?! Well, in case you don't know who I am, I'm Tai Kamiya, Digi-Destined leader and carrier of the Crest of Courage! Guess you weren't expecting us Digi-Destined to show up? Life's filled with surprises!

Matt: Hey, less talking about us and more about the next episode, Tai!

Tai: Oh right! My bad! Anyhow, it's going to be a rumble in Shibuya next chapter! Our digimon will be laying the smackdown on some rudy poo Rajita candy ass!

TK: We, the Victory Tamers and our digimon end up helping the Legendary Warriors, the demons, the Dra-Warriors, the Royal Knights, the Amazons and the Duel Monsters next time! Shibuya will never be the same again.

Ken: Neither will Tokyo or the world for that matter.

Davis: And let's not forget about the four main Tamers! They've been split up from the other teams! The Sailor Senshi, the Spirit Detectives, the kids and the digimon! And to make it worse... Yui comes face to face with her worst nightmare, Nemesis! Yikes and now Yui's been challenged to a duel!

Willis: Takato and his friends face the two Rajita shinobi from the battle on the bridge earlier in this story arc. The Detectives battle some nasty cyborgs Kuiiza built during his years of experimentations. The Sailors stumble upon Kuiiza's lab and discover some horrifying experiments and test subjects. Gallantmon and his entourage are confronted by Black Guilmon and his entourage as Black Guilmon finally unveils his mega form!

Kari: In addition, Joey attempts to recover from having been used as Kuiiza's puppet. Will it finally be time for both him and Seto Kaiba to finally put aside their differences?

TK: Then, let's not forget everyone who has had little exposure in the story, like Yamaki and company. In addition, we'll see how Yugi's grandpa and a few others are doing. All this and more next time! Tai, you want to give tell everyone the next chapter title?

Tai: Meh, might as well. The next chapter is entitled...

Kuiiza's Deadly Labyrinth! Prelude to Leviathan's Awakening!

Ken: And how could we forget? Leviathan is preparing to awaken and no telling when the brainwashed Sovereigns will appear!

Davis: Man, we really do have our work cut out for us...

Author's Note (3/2007):Whew and yet another long chapter completed. It took me a while considering I've been writing this sparingly.

Once again, credit goes to Ninetalesuk for the whole Valmarmon/Granasmon story and for that big scene. In addition, I also give credit to LazerWulf and Belletiger for their contributions.

Honestly, did anyone of you expect the Digi-Destined to show up in this? How about Omegamon, Imperialdramon, Seraphimon, Ophanimon and Cherubimon actually being the Digi-Destined's digimon partners? Credit goes to LazerWulf for the idea and all the necessary retconning, most of which will be explained next chapter, so please hold all questions until then.

Also, the whole story involving Valmarmon and Granasmon was written by Ninetalesuk. Credit goes to him for that. These are NOT my ideas! Just so I let you readers know (and in case some of you ask me if I had any involvement in them. You know who you are but I won't mention names). Thanks! I appreciate the help!

If you have any further questions about Ninetalesuk's Valmarmon/Granasmon angle, send a private message (or email) to him about the related subject. I'm not the one you want to address your concerns to.

So, now we finally get to the battles inside the Rajita mother ship and a huge rumble in Tokyo. What's next?

With only seven chapters left to go, there's simply no telling. I have plenty of other big surprises as we move toward the end of this story. But, I'm not going to tell you what they are. :P

The next chapter will feature a duel and maybe the last one for a long time. Just so I let you know.

And that's a wrap.

Later!