Episode 36: Downunda Freedom Fighters
There are many adventures that Sonic, Eve, and the Freedom Fighters have. This adventure has taken place some time ago. This adventure is when Tails and Eve help the Downunda Freedom Fighters destroy a robot factory in Downunda and defeated foes that appear later in the years. Six months ago at the docks of the Mobian Sea, Tails and Eve are packing their large backpacks in a gray submarine with a drill on it. The submarine is big enough to fit two people on it, and Tails is very excited.
Eve happily says, "I still can't believe that you made a submarine all by yourself. I'm very proud of you."
"Thanks Eve. I can't wait to try it out. Thanks for coming to help me test it," Tails says.
"No problem. I can't wait to take a ride on it," Eve says.
Eve then closes the hatch that contains their backpacks, and says, "There, we're all ready for our test run. Think a few days worth of food, supplies, and clothes would be enough."
"I'm sure they're enough. Now let's get going," Tails says.
Tails jumps into the front seat. Eve follows behind and sits in the back seat.
Suddenly, they hear someone calls out, "Tails! Eve!"
The two turn to see Sally walking on the docks to see them.
"Hey Sally, come to see us off?" Eve asks.
"Yeah. I'm really impressed Tails. You're able to make the submarine all by yourself," Sally says, walking to the side of the sub.
"Well, Rotor help me with a few adjustment and with some improvements. Either way, the sub will be good for digging under the sand under the sea and the earth," Tails says.
"Just be careful, we don't want you getting hurt," Sally says.
"Don't worry Sally, I'll be with him the whole time," Eve says.
"I know, but Tails is one of the few who will be representing for future Freedom Fighters," Sally says.
"I know," Tails says.
"Good," Sally says, and gives Tails their special kiss.
"Have fun you two, and try not to be gone for too long," Sally says.
"We won't," Tails says.
"Good. I need to go to a special meeting with Sonic, and Eve, make sure Tails doesn't stay up too late," Sally says as she walks away.
Tails growls in anger as he grits her teeth.
Eve laughs, "Calm down Tails, she was kidding. She knows how much you've grown since you end up joining Sonic on his mission."
"Yeah," Tails says, calming down.
Tails presses buttons and turns the sub on. then pulls the lever and grabs the wheel. The glass hatch closes with the two inside and the engine begins to run.
Tails says, "Alright Eve, here we go."
Tails presses the accelerate on the bottom of the sub and the machine begins to drive on the sea. Eve and Tails laugh with glee as they are riding in the homemade submarine. The two travel across the ocean blue and it's amazing.
Eve looks around, "Wow! I never knew there were so much water here."
"Yeah. It's too bad Sonic didn't want to come with us," Tails says.
"He said that he had to do an important meeting with Sally. Not to mention, how freaked when he goes in deeper water. It's because he can't swim," Eve says.
"I guess you're right," Tails says.
"So what should we do for our first test run?" Eve asks.
Tails thinsk, "Hmm, I was thinking on having the sub dive underwater and then do some drilling on the ocean floor."
"Sounds good. And we can see the marine life at the same time," Eve says.
Eve and Tails turns their heads at front to see the ocean blue, but become confused to notice something.
"What's that?" Eve asks.
Tails and Eve look ahead to notice a black stain in the middle of the ocean. Tails drives the submarine and comes to a stop when they are close to the black gunk.
"What is that? It looks like black paint," Tails asks.
Tails opens the hatch so he and Eve can have a look. Eve places her finger on the blue gunk and looks at it. Upon close examination, Eve has a suspicions.
"It looks almost like… oil?" Eve answers, confused.
"Oil? What's oil doing in the middle of the ocean?" Tails asks.
Eve rolls her eyes, "Two guesses to know that one of Eggman's robots is in the water."
Suddenly, the black gun that is probably oil begin to bubble and robotic like tentacles are rising.
Eve comments, "I hate it when I'm right."
Just then, a giant octopus robot with a blue head, sharp teeth, and white and black color eyes rise to the surface with its tentacles.
The robot shouts, "Who dare stand in the area of Octobot?!"
"We did. Don't worry, we'll go, but as long as you leave this ocean in piece," Eve says.
"Never little hedgehog! I heard of you from Dr. Eggman. You're one of those annoying Freedom Fighters. I'll wreck you and your fox to the sea," Octobot says, raising his tentacle.
Tails shouts, "I need to floor it!"
"Then let's get out of here. I'll take care of this octo-dumbot!" Eve says.
Tails presses the acceleration in his sub and speed away from the octopus robot.
Octobot angrily shouts, "Stop! Not so fast!"
Octobot begin to swim after them. Tails drives the submarine as Eve is standing behind him and looking to see the robot is catching up.
Eve says, "Keep going Tails. I'll keep this overgrown squid busy."
"Right," Tails says.
Tails continues to press the drive foot handle on the bottom of the sub and the marine automobile moves faster.
Eve raises her hand and creates an energy from it. She shouts, "Chaos Spear!"
Eve launches her Chaos Spear and hits the robot on the head making it scream.
Eve then brings out her sword, "Chaos-Calibur."
She swings her sword and make the sword turn green with Chaos Energy around it. Eve then swings her sword hard to create a swing wave that make the robot scream in agony and gets electricuted.
Tails cheers, "Alright Eve, now let's get."
"Uh on!" Tails panics.
"What's wrong Tails?" Eve asks.
Eve turns her head, and gasps to see they're heading towards a rocky ramp, and might not be able to stop.
Eve screams, "Looks like we're in trouble now!"
"Hold on!" Tails screams.
Eve quickly get in her seat and Tails closes the hatch. Soon enough, Tails and Eve goes up the rock ramp and fly into the sky. The two scream as they fly in the air and begin to dive down to the ground. When they fall to the ground, the drill is the first to reach the girls. More like, dive into the ground. Eve and Tails look to see the drill is in the ground and the submarine is standing upward.
"That was one crazy landing?" Tails says.
"As long as we're away from that crazy Octobot, who cares," Eve says.
After getting out of the submarine, Eve and Tails take a look at any damages.
"It doesn't seem that the sub has suffered any damages, but it's stuck to the ground," Tails says.
Eve looks around, "Where are we?"
"I'm not sure," Tails says.
Suddenly, they hear flapping sounds and roaring.
"What was that?" Tails asks.
Eve looks up and becomes stunned.
Eve points to the sky, "I think I know what it is."
Tails looks up and becomes stunned to see robots coming at them. They look like yellow dingo dogs with large wings, sharp four paws, and sharp teeth. What's more, they are a lot and coming at the two Freedom Fighters.
"What are these things?" Tails asks.
Eve brings out the sword, "We need to take care of these dogs."
"Right," Tails says.
The dogs fly down to where the two are. Suddenly, a black boomerang comes at the dinger and explode, destroying the dingo.
"Huh?" The two say, confused.
Eve asks, "Where did that come from?"
Suddenly, someone gets in front of the two friends. The being is a brown color mobian Wallabee, with light peach skin and stomach, hair on his head, and blue eyes. He is wearing a brown vest with matching gloves, elbow pads, and combat boots. He is holding a black boomerang with a fuse on it.
The wallabee says, "Don't worry we're on it."
Four more run past them and attack the dingo bots.
A white Mobian Koala with black ears punches and blue eyes, punch the dingo robots. She also wears a black with a yellow buckle, a brown satch, red gloves with matching red boots.
The Koala says, "Those things are always trouble."
Meanwhile, a yellow Mobian Wombat with peach skin and blue eyes ram through the dingo. He is wearing teal gloves, light gray hiking boot, and a gray and dark gray military cap.
"True, but they are sometimes fun to break," The Wombat says.
Kicking the robot is a teal color platypus with purple eyes, dark green bill and beaver tail. He is wearing white gloves, gray boots, and goggles on his head.
There is also a blue feathered Mobian Emu with yellow legs and beak and blue eyes. He is wearing a white shirt, pink sunglasses, a pink and yellow color bandana around his head, and a medallion of a peace sign. He isn't fighting at all.
The Emu says, "Violence isn't the answer man. Maybe there is a way we can work this out peacefully."
"I don't think these guys are willing to have a peaceful conversation," The platypus says. Then punches another one of the dingo robots.
Soon, all the dingo robots are destroyed and scattered on the ground.
"Woah! Those guys are amazing!" Tails comments.
"Yeah. They're good as we are when we deal with Eggman robots," Eve replies to Tails.
The Wallabee walks over, and says, "Sorry about the surprise mate. Walt Wallabee leader of the Downunda Freedom Fighters. And these are my friends and comrades, Barby Koala, Wombat Stu, Guru Emu, and Bill. It's a pleasure to meet you."
"It's nice to meet you too. I'm Miles Prowers, but you can call me Tails," Tails says.
"And I'm Eve Hedgehog. I'm actually one of the leaders of the Knothole Freedom Fighters. Thanks for stopping those crazy dog robots," Eve says.
"Knothole huh, you're sure far from home," Walt says.
"Yeah. We way far from home. Never expected to end up landing in Downunda of all places, and to meet local Freedom Fighters," Eve says.
"Good to hear you're on our side in the war against Robotnik," The Koala says.
The Wamba asks, "But what are you doing here of all places?"
"Funny you should mention it, it was more of an accident. We were trying to get away from another robot called Octobot, flew up a ramp, and crashed our submarine here," Tails says.
"Sounds like you had a rough trip, and going to get rougher with the Dingo-bots around Downunda," The platypus says.
Walt says, "We'll take you and your sub to our HQ and we'll explain."
"Thanks," Eve says.
Eve turns to the submarine and uses her Chaos Energy to create a bubble in the air and carries it in the air.
"Wow! You got some stuff," Walt says, impressed.
"It comes in handy," Eve says.
The Downunda Freedom Fighters begin to lead Eve and Tails to their Freedom Fighter Headquarters. Unknown to them, one of the Dingo-bots that is broken to the ground begins to move a little and it's robot eyes turn red.
After time of walking, the Downunda Freedom Fighters and the two Knothole Freedom Fighters reach a giant boulder that is next to a giant mountain. Stu pushes the boulder to reveal a secret passage, and everyone walk inside. Once everyone inside with the submarine, Stu closes the passage to keep it hidden from the Ding-bots and other kinds of trouble.
Walt and the Downunda Freedom Fighters walk down the stairs with Eve and Tails behind them. Eve is making sure the submarine is safe in the bubble as they go down. Eve and Tails are interested to see lights in the cave of the staircase.
When they reach downstairs, Eve and Tails are amazed to see an underground hideaway under the ground of Downunda. There are many Mobians of Downunda who are working like life in a town, village, or city. The group lead Eve and Tails around the city as they are beginning to receive stares from the townspeople.
Tails asks, "What is this place?"
"This is Downunda Village. We have this place build for the citizens so they will live in peace and safety," Walt says.
"And I'm guessing is to get away from Eggman," Eve guesses.
"You got it, but that's not the only reason," Barby says.
"Why's that?" Tails asks.
"We're also trying to hide from Crocbot. The Octobot you saw at sea is working for that robot reptile," Stu says.
"So that robot across the ocean and here are working together?" Tails asks.
"That's right. Crocbot has been sending a lot of those Dingo-bots to attack anyone they see, and you both became their targets," Bill says.
Eve says, "Well, they're the ones who are going to be targeted if they try that again. Especially this Crocbot and Octobot."
"That's the spirit. Sounds like we like to hear in fellow Freedom Fighters," Walt says.
"We'll put your sub in a secured place, and we'll be heading to Crocbot's factory," Barby says.
"Thanks," Eve says.
After putting the boat in a workshop, they head in the stone house next door that is actually a meeting room for their important meeting. Everyone are sitting on the ground in a circle as Guru uses a metal stick to move the fireplace around in the middle. The group turn their heads to see Walt standing in front of a map of Downunda, and there are lines, and dots. There is also a picture of a factory.
"Alright, we'll be invading Crocbot's factory tonight and implant canister in the stable support beams and other places that will destroy their machines. Eve, you, Stu, and Barby will take on any Dingo-bot or Swat-bot that are in the factory. The rest of us will be sure to implant every area we can find," Walt says.
"Sounds good, but we should aslo be sure to take down this Crocbot or whatever he calls himself," Eve says.
"Yeah. That reptile could cause trouble," Stu says.
"Don't worry I plan for this, Eve is super quick she once she's done helping you with the robots, she'll distract him," Walt says.
"Like the idea. Sonic and I always have fun distracting those dumbbots with our fun and games," Eve says.
Tails says, "Yeah. Too bad Sonic and the others could be here to help us."
"I know you haven't done missions without Sonic for everyone, but sometimes we will have to go on solo missions. I know you can help us with this mission," Eve says.
Tails smiles, "Right. As sonic say, 'Let's do it to it!'"
Sometime later, the Freedom Fighters are hiding on top of the hill and look to see a giant red factory with cylinder towers blowing out smoke. There are also giant pipes, gears, and a lot of Dingo-bots and Swat-bots around the area to keep an eye in intruders. There is also a large wall circling the area. The two groups of Freedom Fighters look through the binoculars to see the factory.
"So this is the factory? It almost as bad as one of Eggman's robot factories," Eve asks.
"Sure right. Apparently he worked for Dr. Robotnik until what happened with this Doomsday Project. Now he is working on his own intentions, and he is sending these Ding-bots to attack people," Walt says.
"Well, it looks like we'll have our hands full on this mission," Tails says.
"That's right. We'll need to be extra careful about it," Bill says.
"You're right. Knowing Sonic will like to go with the direct route, but there are too many Dingo-bots and Swat-bots to go on the offensive," Eve says.
"True that mate, we should get started with the diversion so the rest can plant the canister bombs," Stu says.
Eve turns to Walt, Bill, and Guru, "Guys take care of Tails."
"Don't worry, we'll take good care of him. I can sense good vibes from him and from you as well," Guru says.
"Um thanks," Tails says.
Eve turns to Tails, "Amd Tails, stay with Walk and the others, and listen to where those canisters need to be placed in."
"Alright," Tails says.
Eve then kisses Tails on the forehead.
"Alright, let's get going," Barby says.
"Okya. See you later," Eve says.
With that, Eve, Barby, and Stu head off to take down the Dingo-bot and Swat-bots.
At front of the base, The Swat-bots are walking around and standing guard while the Dingo-bots are flying around. Stu, Barby, and Eve are hiding behind the side of the wall. Eve then uses her Chaos Energy to skewers the robots with her Chaos Spears. Stu and Barby quickly punch and kicks the robots out of the way. Eve then uses her Chaos Energy to create a bubble around herself and everyone, and fly in the air. They calmly land on the ground and the bubble disappears.
"Alright, we'll get all the robots shut down while the rest start planting those canisters," Eve says.
"Got it Eve," Tails says.
Walt, Bill, Tails, and Guru head off inside the factory to destroy the factory. Stu, Eve, and Barby follow them to destroy the robots that come in their path.
In the control room, there is a giant green crocodile robot that doesn't have any legs, but a tails. Instead, he has green and yellow robot parts, sharp teeth and claws, and glowing black and red eyes. There are a few Swat-bots and Dingo-bots in the room as well.
"What?! You saw two Freedom Fighters and made their way here?!" Crocbot exclaim in anger.
On the screen is Octobot, the one that Eve and Tails are able to get away from, "That's correct. They were seen in sea. However, they managed to reach Downunda."
"Rats! They might meet up with the Downunda Freedom Fighters by now. I need to destroy them!" Crocbot angrily says.
Suddenly, Crocbot hears an alarm going off close by. He looks to see a blinking red light under a screen. The robot looks at the screen to see the Downunda Freedom Fighters.
This make Crocbot eve more angry, "Drats! They're already here and they join up with those Downunda Freedom Fighters! Dingo-bots! Swat-bots! Destroy those Freedom Fighters!"
In the halls, the Swat-bots and Dingo-bots are heading down the halls to catch the Freedom Fighters. In the same hall, Eve, Tails, and the Downunda Freedom Fighters. The gang come to stop to see the Dingo-bots and Swat-bots coming at them.
Eve brings out her sword, and says, "Looks like it's time for us to start stopping."
Eve super speed ahead and begin to admit Chaos Energy to her sword. Eve jumps up and swings her sword at the enemies cutting them all to pieces. Eve swings to the left, right, and spears at the robots that come their way.
Eve shouts, "Keep going!"
"Right," Walt says.
Walt and the others go on ahead while Eve continue to fight off the robots that are coming their way. The Freedom Fighters continue to run down the hall. That's when they come across more of the robots. Stu and Barby go ahead and fight off the robots breaking them and ripping their body parts off. Eve comes from behind and continue to fight the robots.
Barby shouts, "Let's move!"
The Freedom Fighters hurry down the hall to get find the factory and other places to put the canisters. Stu, Eve, and Barby continue to fight off the robots. Walt help too by throwing his boomerang bombs at them. The Freedom fighters continue to fight off the robots as they hurry down the hall. Until they reach out of the hall and into the factory part of the area.
There are many different machines making different robot parts and other type of machines and weapons. Conveyor belts moving parts to other mechanical machines or Swat-bots to work on the details of the machine. Dingo-bots are also flying around or standing on the top railings watching the robots work on the projects
"Woah! Look at all these machines!" Eve says.
"And there are different Swat-bots and Dingo-bots here too," Tails says.
"Alright, you guys keep the robots busy while the rest of us plant the canisters," Walt says.
"Right," Stu, Eve, and Barby say.
The three head off to distract the robots while Tails and the others head off to set the canisters in place. Eve, Stu, and Barby get out of the open to see the robots working.
Eve shouts, "Hey robots, let's play a game! See if you can catch us or you'll get crushed."
The Swat-bots and Dingo-bots turn to see the Freedom Fighters and begin to chase them.
One of them says, "Halt! You're under arrest!"
The three then make a run for it as the robots begin to chase them. Eve then bring out her sword and begin to slice and dice some. Stu and Barby use their fist to punch and ripe their parts off. While they're fighting the robots. Tails is able to secretly put one of the canisters under the machine. Walt puts the canister he has in a crack of the wall. Bill then place a few in different support beams of the factory.
Barby rips one of Dingo-bot's head off, Those things aren't as fun to mess with as I though."
"Yeah. But they are still fun to mess with," Stu says.
"Remember we need to keep them busy long enough for the plan to work," Eve says, and slashes a Swat-bot in half.
Walt, Tails, and Bill continue to put canisters in secret areas of the machine and the building so it will come down when they blow it up. Eve, and the others continue to fight off the robots. Guru is sitting with his legs crossed meditating.
Guru says, "Violence is rary the answer, but it is good to bring up your physical abilities. However, I do sense a dark vibe coming your way."
Suddenly, they hear someone shouts, "Stop right there Freedom Fighters!"
Eve, Stu, Barby stop fighting and turn their heads to see Crocbot, and boy is he angry.
Crobot comes over, and says, "So you are the ones destroying my robots."
"That's right, and now it seems we're going to take you out too," Eve says.
"I don't think so you meddling hedgehog!" Crocbot angrily says.
He swings his tail to attack, but Eve jumps in the air and swings her sword at the robot sending him back. However, Crocbot is swings his claw at Eve sending her back. Barby and Stu jump and give Crocbot a kick on the stomach. Walk then comes out and throws his boomerang bomb that explode. Bill and Tails come out and help out with the fight. Guru is the only one who isn't doing anything. Eve swings her sword, Walt throws his explosive, and everyone try to use their physical strength to attack. For some reason, none seem to have an affect.
Cocobot laughs, and shouts, "Fools! No one can stop me! I have used a lot of your data to make my body impenetrable! In other words… NO ONE CAN STOP ME!"
Crocbot swings his tail and send everyone flying to the ground. The Freedom Fighters end up taken a bad fall and are slowly.
Crocbot turns to Tails, and says, "And you're the first for me to dispose of."
Crocbot makes a hatch open from his stomach and sends up a crocodile head that is made of metal. Tails gasps to see the crocodile heading to him and quickly closes his eyes. He then suddenly hears a bang, and opens his eyes. In shock, he sees Eve having hold of the crocodile and it has hit her in the stomach.
Eve turns to Tails, and asks, "Are… are you okay, Tails?"
Just then, Eve collapses on the ground. Tails becomes stunned that his eyes shrink at the sight of it. Eve has taken a strong hit for him and has collapsed to the ground. That's when something in Tails' snap.
The next moment, Tails flies to Crocbot with his twin tails spinning fast and faster. To everyone shock, Tails gives Crocbot a hard kick in the stomach and sends him flying to the wall.
Crocbot groans, "What the?!"
Before saying anything, Tails flies and gives Crocbot an uppercut on the chin. Then slams his foot on his nose. Crocbot tries to catch Tails, but the little fox is very quick. The Downunda Freedom Fighters are shocked to see how hard Tails is fighting so hard.
"Woah! Never knew the kid had it in him," Barby says.
Walt picks up Eve and places her in his pouch, "I think it's because Eve got hurt taking the hit for him."
"Yeah. His heart is full of rage and determination, and yet, love for Eve. I would have to say that for the fox, the hedgehog is like a sister to him," Guru says.
Everyone turn and continue to watch Tails continue to punch, kick, and perform a lot of combat moves at Crocbot. Tails finish the final blow and spin dash at the robot, crashing it to the wall.
Tails quickly flies out, and says, "Hurry, we need to get out. I think I strike him at the energy core of the factory.
They soon hear the alarm going out and smoke comes out.
Walt shotus, "Hurry, this place is going to explode!"
Everyone begin to run to escape the factory as it begins to explode. That's when the canister begin to explode when the explosion reach them. Soon, the whole factory explode with Crocbot inside. Watching on the hill are the Freedom Fighters seeing the event. Eve is alright and is sitting next to Tails. Eve gives Tails a hug and kiss with a smile on her face. Tails blushes as doing so. Eve and Tails continue to see the factory begin destroyed and resting before heading back to the headquarters.
Six months later in the present day, in the room, Eve and Tails have actually been telling everyone about their adventure to Downunda and meeting the Freedom Fighters there.
"So after defeating Crocbot and destroying the factory. We rested for the night. The next day, we say goodbye to our friends and head back to Knothole. Where we were created by you guys," Tails says.
Sonic says, "Wow Tails, I'm impressed! You totally gave that Crocbot a massive beat down!"
"And knock him to the Power Core of his factory to boot," Eve says.
"We were glad you both were alright and got home okay. We were starting to worry," Sally says.
Which I was there to see it. Although, I wish I could have meet Walt and the other Freedom Fighters," Amy says.
"Yeah. But I'm sure we'll see them again," Tails says.
"I just remember something. What happened to Octobot after you lost him, and how did you crush him?" Sonic asks.
Eve and Tails turn to each other and laugh a little.
Tails says, "That's something for another time. Just to let you know, that is also when Crocbot make another comeback. Like I said, that's another story."