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(Earth)
On a hillside near the Gateway to the Ark, which has now been shut down, a Memorial was held. The Memorial was what appeared to be a Pelican wing, decorated with pictures of the fallen soldiers, including Lieutenant Commander Miranda Keyes and Sergeant Major Avery Johnson with his dogtags hanging off a combat knife over his picture, courtesy of Spartan Davis in honor of him. There were also flowers and weapons leaning against it. The Memorial also had the symbol of the UNSC and a print emblazoned on it which read "UNSCDF March 3, 2553". There was also another print on it that read "In memory of those fallen in the defense of Earth and her colonies". Fleet Admiral Lord Hood removes his hat, and begins his speech
"For us, the storm has passed. The war is over. But let us never forget those who journeyed into the howling dark and did not return. For their decision required courage beyond measure..." Lord Hood says
(Flashback)
The front half of the Forward Unto Dawn enters Earth's atmosphere, and crashes into the Indian Ocean
"Sacrifice, and unshakable conviction that their fight, our fight, was elsewhere." Lord Hood says
An engineering crew cuts into the Dawn with torches. The Arbiter, Kira 'Vadam, Spartan Davis, Devon, Luna, Spyro, Cynder, Hiccup, Toothless, Astrid, Stormfly, Fishlegs, Meatlug, Snotlout, Hookfang, Tuffnut, Ruffnut, Barf and Belch all emerge from the wreckage
(Present Time)
Devon and his friends were now presently with Spartan Davis, The Arbiter, and Kira 'Vadam standing solemnly with the Marines. Devon and the Viking Teens were off their dragons, standing side-by-side with each other and their dragons
"As we start to rebuild, this hillside will remain barren, a memorial to heroes fallen. They ennobled all of us, and they shall not be forgotten." Lord Hood says
Lord Hood puts his hat back on, and salutes
"Present arms!"
Seven Marines raise their Battle Rifles and each fire a single burst of three shots in a 3-volley salute. Luna and Toothless both shoot a single Plasma Blast into the sky. Stormfly shoots a jet of fire into the sky. Meatlug shoots a Lava Blast into the sky. Hookfang shoots a Fire Blast into the sky. And Barf and Belch both shoot a fireball into the sky. The dragons gave their own salute to the fallen heroes that stood with them during the Human-Covenant War
(Moments Later)
Lord Hood, The Arbiter, and Kira 'Vadam stood alone near the memorial
"I remember how this war started. What your kind did to mine. I can't forgive you. But..." Lord Hood says
Lord Hood holds out his hand to the two Elites
"You have my thanks. For standing by him to the end." Lord Hood says
The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam slowly shakes Lord Hood's hand
"Hard to believe he's dead." Lord Hood says
The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam looks away, toward the Shadow of Intent, hovering silently in the sky
"Were it so easy." The Arbiter says
The two Elites leaves the Memorial and approaches Devon and his friends
"Well, I guess this is it. This is where we part ways." Devon says
"So it is." The Arbiter says
"Arbiter, Kira, it has been a great honor for us to fight alongside you." Devon says holding his Right-hand out to the two Elites
The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam slowly shakes Devon's hand
"And it has been an honor for us to fight alongside you, Devon. You are a true warrior and you have great friends by your side." Kira 'Vadam says
"We've both lost valuable friends during this crisis. Miranda. Johnson. The Elites. This war has taken away many of lives. I'm glad that we were finally able to put an end to it." Devon says
"Yes. Many of our brothers and closest friends have fallen. But now, they have been avenged." Kira 'Vadam says
"I'm sure now that they shall finally rest in peace." Devon says
"Yes. I understand that you and your friends have your own struggles, Devon." The Arbiter says
"Yes...we do." Devon says
"But now, you can know this. You have our eternal trust and our full support. If you are ever in need of allies, we will forever stand by your side." The Arbiter says
"You will always be a true friend to us and the Elites." Kira 'Vadam says
"Thank you. Both of you." Devon says
A Seperatist Phantom arrives near the group awaiting the Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam to board it
"Farewell, my friends." The Arbiter says
"May we see each other again, in time." Kira 'Vadam says
"Take care." Devon says
The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam board the Phantom and head for the Shadow of Intent
(Shadow of Intent)
The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam meets with the Shipmaster, Rtas 'Vadum on the bridge, looking at a holographic image of Earth
"Things look different. Without the Prophets' lies clouding my vision. I would like to see our own world , to know that it is safe." The Shipmaster says
"Fear not. For we have made it so." Thel 'Vadam says as he clenches his fist to his chest
"By your word, Arbiter." The Shipmaster says clenching his fist to his chest
The Arbiter takes a seat on the command chair. Kira 'Vadam stands alongside her brother and nods at him
"Take us home." The Arbiter says
The Shadow of Intent leaves Earth heading into space and soon disappears out of sight as it fades away. Devon and his friends watch as the Shadow of Intent leaves. They then turn their attention toward Lord Hood who approaches them
"I cannot thank you all for everything you've done. You've helped us in our dire time of need. You've fought by our soldiers and helped saved Humanity." Lord Hood says
"We were more than happy to help, sir." Devon says
"And besides, it's what we do best." Astrid says
"The UNSC need more people like you. I understand you have to leave, to fight in your own struggles. But remember, no matter where you go, you will always be honorary members of the UNSC. You will always be heroes of Earth." Lord Hood says
"I believe we're more than that. I believe...we're Heroes of the Universe." Devon says
"Then, my friends, I bid you farewell." Lord Hood says
Devon and his friends salute Lord Hood and he salutes them back. After that, Lord Hood walks away, leaving the area. The group soon direct their attention toward Spartan Davis who stood staring at the Memorial. The heroes walk up to the Spartan and approach him
"Davis...I'm pretty sure we know what you're going through right now. The Chief, John, he was our friend too. So now, I guess that makes you the last Spartan." Devon says
"That must be really hard. To be the last of your kind. It's kind of something we are in common with." Hiccup says looking toward Toothless
"Yeah. It must be hard." Devon says looking toward Luna
"Spartans never die. They're just Missing In Action. I'm sure John is still alive. He's survived worse. I've known him that long. Me and him. We were the best of the best. He's out there...somewhere. Lost. And alone." Davis says
"He's not alone. He's got Cortana with him." Devon says
"Wherever he is, I'll find him. I'll spend the rest of my life in military service searching for him if I have to. I have faith." Davis says
Davis turns and looks toward Devon and his friends
"If you ever get seperated, always have faith that you will find each other. And that one day, you will be reunited together. Devon, my friends, farewell. May we see each other again soon." Davis says
"See you around, Spartan." Devon says
Spartan Davis salutes Devon and his friends and they salute back. After that, Spartan Davis walks away. Devon and his friends walk up to the Memorial and look at it. They look at all the pictures of those who had fallen, including Commander Miranda Keyes and Sergeant Johnson. They then looked toward something on the Memorial. They saw the number 117 carved into the metal wing with the rank of Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy taped to the upper right of it as a tribute. It turns out Master Chief Spartan 117 was added to the list of fallen heroes since he and Cortana didn't make it with them. Luna, Toothless and the dragons all whimpered in sadness, feeling remorse for the fallen heroes and soldiers who gave their lives to save others
"So...he's really gone?" Astrid asks
"No. Davis believes he's still alive." Hiccup says
"And if he believes Master Chief is still alive..." Devon says
Devon turns and looks toward his friends
"Then we should believe too." Devon says
Devon turns his attention back toward the Memorial
"All these people, all these soldiers, they died...defending others. To protect the things that matter most. To ensure Humanity's Survival against the Covenant and the Flood. Now, they can finally rest in peace knowing they've done their job." Devon says
"The War. The Covenant. The Flood. It's finally over." Luna says
"Their war is over." Devon says
Devon turns and looks back toward his friends
"But ours isn't. Our war with the Dark Lord of the Shadows and the Forces of Evil are far from over. These people gave everything to defend Humanity and Earth. We shall do the same for the Universe and all of our friends. But our war will not end with sacrifice as this one has. It shall end with the Dark Lord's defeat. His reign of evil will fall. He will face Justice for his crimes. And then, only then, will the Universe finally know peace. Then, we can all go home. To our home. Together." Devon says
Suddenly, the Memorial begins to radiate with light. In that moment, Devon's Keyblade appears in his hand with a flash of light. The rune marks on Devon's Keyblade shines brightly. Pure aura envelopes Devon's body. Blue marking began to show all over Devon's clothes and body. The Kingdom Hearts sigil appears on Devon's chest and glowed blue. His Kingdom Hearts Amulet also glowed bright blue. The blue crystal orb on Devon's chest also glowed brightly. Devon closes his eyes and takes his Keyblade in both of his hands and holds it straight. A ball of light appears on the tip of the Keyblade. The environment around the group changes. Devon and his friends are transported to a corridor of light. The Memorial shoots a beam of light upward and a Keyhole appears in the sky. Devon takes his Keyblade and holds it vertically up to his face with his eyes still closed. Devon soon opens his eyes and held a determined look on his face. His eyes were now completely blue glowing with pure light. Devon twirls his Keyblade and points it at the Keyhole. Devon's Keyblade shoots a beam of light from it's tip toward the Keyhole. The Keyhole shines brightly and Devon and his friends were engulfed by the light
(Elsewhere)
"Chief? Can you hear me?"
Master Chief awakens, floating in zero gravity in a debris-filled hallway on board the UNSC Forward Unto Dawn
"I thought I'd lost you, too."
Master Chief looks at a gaping hole in the hallway. He drifts to his floating Assault Rifle, and holsters it, then begins to drift to the end of the hallway
"What happened?" Master Chief asks
"I'm not sure. When Halo fired, it shook itself to pieces. Did a number on the Ark. The Portal couldn't sustain itself. We made it through just as it collapsed." Cortana says
Master Chief reaches the end of the hallway, which opens up into empty space. The Forward Unto Dawn is revealed to be sheared in half, floating in a cloud of its own debris, still red-hot from the sudden Slipspace slowdown. The remaining half of the ship continues to drift aimlessly in unknown space
"Well...some of us made it." Cortana says
Master Chief begins to drift further inside the ship, finding a row of cryotubes, complete with a Holotank to plug Cortana into
"But you did it. Truth and the Covenant, the Flood..." Cortana says
Master Chief plugs Cortana's data chip into the Holotank and her avatar appears
"It's finished." Cortana says
Master Chief turns off the flashlight on his helmet
"It's finished." Master Chief says
Master Chief places his Assault Rifle in one of the rackets on the wall and climbs into one of the cryotubes
"I'll drop a beacon, but it'll be a while before anyone finds us. Years, even." Cortana says
The cryotube door begins to close
"I'll miss you." Cortana says
"Wake me. When you need me." Master Chief says
Cortana smiles, nodding. The cryotube closes and seals, freezing Master Chief Spartan John-117, bringing the Halo Trilogy to its conclusion
The back half of the Forward Unto Dawn continues drifting through the vastness of space. But it soon started drifting toward an unknown planet
Author's Note: The Human-Covenant War is finally over! A memorial was held on Earth to honor the soldiers who had been lost during the war. Miranda Keyes and Sergeant Johnson were also included in the list of fallen heroes. Devon and his friends were also in attendance of the memorial with The Arbiter, Kira 'Vadam and Spartan Davis who miraculously made it through the Portal. After the memorial was over, The Arbiter and Kira 'Vadam say farewell to Devon and his friends as they leave for their homeworld, Sanghelios. Before they leave, the two Elites declare Devon a true friend to them and the Elites. Now Devon and his friends have the Elites as their eternal allies and friends. Lord Hood thanks Devon and his friends for their service and heroism declaring that they were heroes of Humanity and Earth. Devon however believes that he and his friends are Heroes of the Universe. They soon talk with Spartan Davis who believes that Master Chief is still alive. And if he believes, then so does Devon and his friends. Having said farewell to Lord Hood and Spartan Davis, Devon seals the keyhole to the Halo Universe. Is this truly the end for Devon and his friends in the Halo Universe? They believe they're heading back home to Destiny Islands, but I don't think so! Not by a long shot! Next up, Halo 4! Let me know what you guys think. No flames please. Hope you guys like and don't forget to review!