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The Ghost Zone:
It is an unnatural place where green sky swirls in random patters. Some might describe the different shades and solid objects as things stuck in the midst of a class five Hurricane. That is illusion. It is not a natural force of nature that will expend its energy, destroying the human realm. It is not even intelligent in any respect, and does not occupy the same dimension/realm/reality that the human world does, even though the two are connected. The inhabitants though, might see humans as a threat or a force to be controlled.
For example: Pariah Dark had no interest in ruling or controlling humans until he learned of Halfas after he was placed in the coffin of forever sleep the first time. It is unknown what he thinks of the human race as he is still in some kind of suspended animation.
Clockwork is also a powerful ghost who chooses not to interfere with humans or their realm. Of course, he is acquainted with Danny Phantom/Fenton, but that is because the ghost-human hybrid is an 'abnormally' so to speak—the fact he also has the potential to become the most powerful ghost, isn't lost on the timekeeper, but let's just say he's watching over his one charge that has the potential to remove the keeper who keeps humans and ghosts from declaring war on each other and destroying everything in both dimensions.
The ghosts know that keeper as Danny Phantom, while the humans recognize him as Danny Fenton. Actually, they don't know about the keeper, but the human who is the protector is Daniel Fenton and has been always. He takes it upon himself to protect his town and home from all ghost attacks, while also finding ways of limiting the weapons that can destroy ghosts.
The one who has the potential to destroy this unique protector is a time displaced full ghost combined from two halves of ghosts who used to be halfas. Dark Danny (also Dan Phantom/Plasmius), is a major exception to the 'ignore humans in general' rule. He spent ten years destroying and devastating the human realm because of the successful removal of all restraint and humanity. The only thing protecting this and all time lines is his placement in the Fenton Thermos.
Now, why are these particular ghosts mentioned? Because they are powerful and important—on any one of them the fate of the humans and ghosts resides. Thankfully Pariah is locked up, as is Dark Dan while Clockwork is neutral. At this point in time, the young hybrid does not know the potential he holds in his hands.
Back to the ghost zone in general: Now it is home to numerous ghosts. Most do not care to associate with their past or humans in general. A few desire to return, but have been unable to find a stable portal. There are two man made portals—one is under control of Vlad Plasmius and most ghosts either don't know about this one or avoid it all together out of self-preservation. The second one is under observation of the Fenton family and is only used by the daring or the desperate. In short, even those ghosts who wish to rule the humans have been unable to find a way to come back and preserve their spot.
There are unstable portals that link up to many other dimensions. These can be unstable in two ways: 1) the time placement is constantly changing, so one day it looks upon the American colonies as they are starting, and the next, it may open up to New York City as it was in 2000, or even back during the great, worldwide flood. There fore it is unreliable and unstable. 2) This is the more dangerous of the unstable portals—these are in a constant state of flux in the amount of energy they contain. Occasionally, they open up to the human realm and entire armies can move through unscathed. More often, they rip and tear the ghost traveling though and drain the creature of needed energy. Rarely is the ghost traveling down the path destroyed, but that has happened.
Disclaimer: The above is my interpretation of some things
Quacked Lurker presents the newest chapter of A Phantom Spider:
Danny Phantom jumped to his right as the occupied experimental ghost suit raced towards his position; leaving the hunter rushing past his previous position. Too quickly, it seemed, Parker recovered from the dodge and turned to follow the ghost. Grinning, Phantom let a green ectoblast build up and released it, scoring a direct hit on the chest-plate.
Mr. Lancer, an 'unwilling' specter, grimaced in sympathy while the other adults just cheered the duelers on. Mars and Jazz were silent for the time being.
Parker shook off the pain/shock and mentally shot out an ecto-net that managed to capture Dash Baxter and Kwan. From the outside, it appeared the mechanical monster seemed frozen from the ice-rays Phantom aimed at the machine. While the metal fighter was immobile, it wasn't from the ghost attack--it was from surprise at the realization this Fenton machine could be controlled mentally--previously he had been using the buttons and levers to maneuver.
Before Phantom could follow up the ice attack, Parker shot the Exoskeleton version 2 up and hovered for a second or two before landing on the opposite side of the clearing. Phantom didn't freeze in shock--he had been desiring a challenge and Parker was providing one. Plus, he'd been hurt in fights with ghostly visitors by loosing track of the opponents.
Before long, both Phantom and Parker, had been hit several times and their reactions were slowing. At this point--about fifteen minuets after the fight began, Jazz Fenton ran between the opponents. "Timeout." She shouted. "The drain on Parker is at a dangerous level and you, Phantom," The red-orange haired teenager turned towards the panting ghost-boy. "You've accomplished your objective--the various ghost sensors now register you as a level five point nine."
Phantom depowered the green blasts he had been building and settled on the burnt grass as Parker shut down the weapons and clamored out of the suit. "So, it's a draw, then? Apparently we will have to wait for the Box Ghost and Cujo to show--Cujo is an original green ghost dog which has the ability to change from a cute puppy to a scary monstrous guard dog." The ghost kid said in response to the Professor's still curious look.
Meanwhile, Mars Leyland approached the still bound football players and cut the ghost-proof-net. "So, Cujo's an OGD?" When everyone revealed blank looks, he expounded "Original ghost dog? Just cut the green description out and . . . " he trailed off. "Forget it."
. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .No, I haven't forgotten the others . . . . . . . . . . .
Back in the Ghost Zone
The Fright Knight turned to go and leave the sulking ghost warren alone with the black holes that led to various times and places in the human world, when a bright green flash shot out of a portal. It left behind an upset Box Ghost who pounded his hands together.
Walker reacted with snake-like speed. Before the ghost could blink, his hand grabbed onto the blue overalls and pulled the janitor closer to him. The Fright Knight cheered at the shocked look on the Box Ghost's face. "How did you get here?"
"The Fenton Bazooka. It is not cardboard nor square, so I cannot command it." He waved his arms around, to no effect.
"How did you get into Amity Park? There's a semipermeable barrier that prevents ghost zone inhabitants from reaching the human realm."
The blue, portly ghost smirked--that response was unexpected and frightening. "Human-made portals aren't the only way out. Talk to the Ghost Writer; I'm sure he knows more ways to annoy the living."
The Fright Knight's temper stretched closer to the breaking point. He jumped onto the same floating boulder Walker was on and pulled out his Soul Shredder, placing the weapon on the prisoner's neck. "I know you know what this does if it cuts," he hissed. "What we need to know is how to avoid the protectors that have followed Parker and are making our jobs harder."
The Box Ghost dropped his superior look and looked at the sword with fear. "The black holes." He pointed behind them where the sky was a chaotic mix of green ghost zone atmosphere and junk that littered everything. "Use the correct one and you can go anywhere or any-when."
"I know that!" Thundered the skull-faced one. "The problem is finding one that won't weaken the traveler."
Box Ghost shrugged. Before he could respond furthermore, an irritated female screech caught the three males unaware. "Leave the Box Ghost alone!" Walker dropped the stout plumber and stepped back, trying to avoid the onslaught of liquefied protein.
However, the Lunch Lady had other plans. She laid down covering fire that allowed her friend to fly towards a hole between the enforcers and herself. Before the blue lightning flashes dissipated completely, she followed the Box Ghost through the black hole, abandoning her targets for the time being.
The caped warrior stepped over to look at the location both low-level ghosts disappeared through. "Interesting. So, the Box Ghost can use naturally occurring, unstable portals without harm." The Fright knight shrugged before calling his steed over and jumped after the escapees.
After the fight was declared a draw, Phantom landed on the ground and stepped through the trees towards Casper High. He was winded slightly, plus Samantha Manson and Tucker Foley should be waking up about now. While Danny's best friends knew he was concerned by the lack of real ghost attacks and fights, he thought it best if they didn't know how much the lack of ghost activity was effecting him. At least now he didn't have to worry about his powers short circuiting and causing problems. Turning invisible, he headed back to the mansion where Sam had invited the boys for a movie night.
Back in the clearing, Mr. Lancer, along with Peter Parker, Jack and Maddie Fenton rounded up the football players and cheerleaders who had stopped their activities to watch the battle between Casper High's newest science teacher and the town protecting ghost. Dash and Kwan were talking nonstop while Mars snorted in amusement, during the walk back to school property.
"Ah, man." Dash whined when he saw where they were headed. "Not the football stadium. Coach gave us the day off."
"Yeah," agreed the other players. "Besides, its lunchtime and most of us have other plans." Giving Parker a wide berth, the students split up and left the practice field. Mars left too, but he split off from the main group. Jazz stayed behind for a minuet.
A bemused teacher watched the students leave while the other three adults looked shocked, maybe even angry. "Let them go," commanded Parker, "It is a Saturday."
"Which reminds me." Mrs. Fenton pulled out her cell phone and hit speed dial. "Hi, Danny, how was the movie? . . . Good, I'm glad you and your friends are up. . . . Listen, I want you to get your homework done before Monday, please. Your father and I are proud of the effort you've put into school lately and, well, we wanted to say thank you." A pause. "Dinner's at six and yes, Sam and Tucker can come over. Bye." Maddie cut the connection and turned towards her husband. "I think we might want to include tracking devices on the cells--"
Before she could continue, Jazz interrupted. "Do you think that's such a good idea? I mean, Danny's in that volatile age where any perceived threat to his freedom could cause him to stop trusting you and besides, he's always with Sam or Tucker, so even if his cell is not answering, he's safe."
Mr. Lancer had been ready to cut off Maddie too, but he just let his jaw drop when Jazz started rambling. When she noticed the odd looks the VP and Science teacher were trading, the redhead shut up and retreated towards her car. That was the unconscious signal for everyone to leave and very quickly, the school was abandoned by all but the janitors.
Back in New York City, Kingpin watched as his underlings unloaded the newest shipment of illegal trade items. He pulled a box of Cuban Cigars out of the transport and lit one up, savoring the flavor. A scratch behind him caused him to turn back where Sheol stood waiting for his current employer to either dismiss him or invite him in. Kingpin waived a massive arm and the assassin-for-hire approached slowly. "DareDevil's still alive."
"Yes, sir. He's a bit more elusive than other targets. I've managed to pinpoint his civilian identity and wondered if you wanted the human or caped crusader dead."
Kingpin responded immediately. "DareDevil. I made his civilian identity a living hell a while back and he's managed to remove all connections between the two." He took a deep drag on his cigar. "Anything else?"
"Yes, sire. If I may take out a few of the Avengers or X-men, prominent criminals of your caliber have gone underground and wanted to remove those inconveniences. Are any of them under your protection or revenge schemes?"
While the underlings continued moving boxes, Kingpin pondered the question. Not many people knew he was constantly tormenting someone who refused to bow to his wishes. "No super-powered individual has gotten on my nerves lately." Kingpin said after a long silence.
"Thank you." Sheol nodded his thanks and retreated from the private meeting with New York's crime boss. His exit was as silent as his entrance.
Nicolai Tehcnus reluctantly left his place along the power lines and responded to Plasmius' demand for debriefing. "You called, sire?"
"Yes, I did." Plasmius, the blue vampire, walked through the brick wall into the alleyway where several homeless cried out in fear and evacuated the location. Technus took the time to pull himself fully out of the wires and kept his presence visible. "where are the others?"
An electronic encased hand held out several fingers. "Let's see, Perplexer and Spectra were both held up at Amity Park--but you knew that" Technus glanced at Plasmuis who had an aura of impatience about him. "Um, Skulker should be here soon. He can't teleport, and might have been distracted by a few items he doesn't have. Box Ghost bugged out and I have no idea where he went. Fright Knight said something about finding Walker, but the others are still scouting out the land for maximum chaos."
"Good." Plasmius jerked his head around and glared at a human intruder who accidentally crashed some trash. While he was still frozen in shock at being clumsy enough to reveal himself, Plasmius flew over and overshadowed his body, causing the forlorn empty eyes to glow red. "Make sure they know to attack the non-law abiding Kingpin first." Not waiting for an answer, he took the human prisoner away towards the ocean and left the ghost alone.
Sorry for the wait--have been procrastination too effectively.
Questions answered--
Had no real plan with Cujo's introduction,
Technus' name is while Kwan's comes from the person who supplied the voice