Chapter 53: Dark Signs
Hey everyone! As some of you could already tell, I've been busy with nothing much, just the sequel to my Knightmare Sakura story and my Kingdom Hearts story, which I finally got around to posting. Well, enough about me, let's do the disclaimer!
Disclaimer: I do not own Yu-Gi-Oh 5D's
Now before I forget, remember that poll? Of course you do. You're going to find out what happens to Sakura next chapter.
"And it's official! We have a new champion! The crown has been passed onto Yusei Fudo!" exclaimed the MC
"Yusei!" exclaimed Leo
"Hey guys, everyone okay?" asked Yusei
"They're fine, but we're not." I said
"Huh?" wondered Yusei
"You two are about to face a new enemy, the media!" exclaimed Yanagi
The barrier between us and the media broke, and I saw my worst nightmare, Angela!
"They're loose!" exclaimed Leo
"Better rev it up." Said Tanner
"Coming." Said Yusei
"Right behind ya, anything to avoid the walking World War!" I exclaimed
We ran for who-knows-how long, until we got in an abandoned service tunnel.
"Where are we?" asked Dexter
"This is an abandoned service tunnel." Said Tanner
"Cool. Hey Tanner, how'd you know this was down here?" asked Dexter
"A guy like me knows these things. That and, Blister told me." Said Tanner
"I have no idea what happened to you in that light, but I'm just thrilled that you won the tournament." Said Yanagi
"I knew you could do it Yusei! You're the best duelist I've ever seen! You're like my hero!" exclaimed Leo
"Forget the tournament; the whole thing was a set-up on Goodwin's part. Let's not forget, the only reason Yusei and Sakura agreed to duel was that Goodwin captured their friends. Until we figure out what the whole story is, we should lay low at Blister's hideout. Leo and Luna, you should probably come and stay with us too. That also applies to you Sakura, Matt, Naomi, and Mohawk over there." Said Tanner
"Mohawk? The name's Igneous, okay?" exclaimed Igneous
"Wait, are you serious? Awesome! It'll be like sleep-away camp but even better!" exclaimed Leo
"Sakura, did you see through that light?" asked Igneous
"You could tell?" I asked
"You seemed a little disturbed afterwards, so yeah." Said Naomi
"I can't tell, not yet anyways. I just have a bad feeling that this is the calm before the storm." I said
At Blister's place…
"Now, bear in mind that I'm not an artist, and I only saw it the one time, but, the Dragon's Seal looks something like this." Said Yanagi
"Well, artist or not, that's pretty accurate." I said looking at the drawing
"That's the dragon's tail." Said Yusei, looking at the tail
"What is it? What about the tail?" asked Leo
"Look." Said Yusei as he revealed his Signer mark
"That looks just like it. Hey Luna, let's see your mark." Said Leo before Luna revealed hers
"How about yours Sakura?" asked Matt
"Alright." I said revealing mine
"So Luna's mark looks like the claw thingy, and Sakura's mark looks like one of the wings. What's that mean?" asked Leo
"According to legend, the Crimson Dragon's head, wings, hands, legs, and tail were split into six parts, and then sealed as marks on the original Signers. The marks were then passed down through the generations." Said Yanagi
"But right now, we only know about five Signers, so how was the Crimson Dragon summoned if only five of them were gathered?" asked Tanner
"I guess the Sixth Signer must have been somewhere in that arena." Said Yanagi
"So Luna's a Signer, Jack's a Signer, Akiza's a Signer, Sakura's a Signer, and Yusei's a Signer. So who's the other one? Maybe it's me, maybe I have a mark somewhere!" exclaimed Leo
Luna was looking at the drawing, when she suddenly collapsed.
"Is she okay?" asked Yusei
"Luna! Luna, what's wrong?" asked Leo
"It's nothing, I'm just tired or something." Said Luna
"Well, that's understandable. We all had a crazy couple of days; let's try to get some rest." Said Tanner
The next day…
"Yusei, what are you doing?" I asked
"Looking up spider symbols." Said Yusei
"Back up, spider symbols?" I exclaimed
"Hey Sakura, so how's it going Yusei?" asked Tanner
"Not good. My searches on spider symbols aren't turning up any solid leads." Said Yusei
"I know you'll find a way to save the Satellite Yusei." Said Yanagi
"Count on it Yanagi, but first I'm gonna have to get some answers, and only one person has them." Said Yusei
"Hold the phone! You don't mean who I think you mean, right?" I exclaimed in panic
"Yeah, I need to find Goodwin." Said Yusei
"But you can't trust him." Said Yanagi
"Yeah, you forget he locked you up? He's not your friend." Said Tanner
"But he's the only one with answers." Said Yusei
"Who? You're leaving? But it's not safe for you out there." Said Luna
"Please don't go." Said Leo
"I have to, the people in the Satellite are in danger, and I have to try and help them somehow." Said Yusei
"Stay here, you'll be safer in the city, 'coz who knows what's out there, and what if it's true? What if some spider is gonna destroy all of the Satellite?" asked Leo
"He's right, don't leave. What if you get stuck and can't get back here ever again?" asked Luna
"Don't worry, in fact I already made arrangements for some back-up." Said Yusei
"You're getting a bodyguard?" asked Luna
Suddenly Sector Security sirens filled the air.
"Looks like my ride's here." Said Yusei
"What?" I wondered shocked to see Trudge of all people
"Alright Yusei, I got your message. Now get your deck and get down here! I'm not gonna wait all day just because we're teaming up temporarily, you understand me?" exclaimed Trudge
"Trudge is your protection?" asked Tanner
"He's more. If he gets me to Goodwin safely, we just might have to call Trudge one of the good guys." Said Yusei
He was about to walk out the door, when I pulled him by the ear.
"You're not going anywhere Yusei." I said
"What makes you think that?" asked Yusei in pain
"You're not going anywhere alone at least. I'm coming with you, like it or not." I said
"You better listen to her Yusei, when she uses that tone, she means business." Said Matt
"Okay, you win." Said Yusei
We walked downstairs to where Trudge was waiting for us.
"Well, what are we waiting for? Let's roll out." Said Yusei
"You've got a lot of nerve asking me for help you Satellite reject." Said Trudge
"Good to see you too Officer Trudge." Said Yusei
"Let's get something straight, you want my protection, you need to respect my authority. Hey! Did you two hear what I said? If you keep ignoring me Yusei, the deal's off, and I'm not going to make any special treatment for you Phoenix, even if you are a dueling prodigy!" exclaimed Trudge
"Let's get going." Said Yusei
In a private viewing room at the Premier of Atlas Rising: The Rise of Jack Atlas…
"You know, if they just waited, they could've made this the Rise and Fall of Jack Atlas." I said
Yusei began to snicker at that joke.
"What?" I asked
"Can't a friend laugh at a joke?" asked Yusei
"Okay, point taken." I said
"Enjoying the film?" asked Trudge
"When can we talk to Goodwin?" asked Yusei
"Be patient Yusei, the director is a busy man. If you were bored, we could always pass the time with a duel, what'd you say? Are you game, or are you afraid that you might lose your title before your first endorsement deal comes through?" asked Trudge
"Ha, now that would be an interesting development, though I seriously doubt that our new champion would fold to a man of your caliber Officer Trudge." Said Lazar
"Why you…" started Trudge
"Sorry to keep you waiting. The director is ready to see the both of you now. Mr. Goodwin would like to thank you for escorting the champion and the Twilight Princess, excuse me, Fiery Justice here. Now we'd like you to go to the hospital and fetch Jack." Said Lazar before laughing like the clown he is
"Whatever he needs, sir." Said Trudge
We were escorted to Daedalus Bridge, where we met Goodwin.
"Yusei, Sakura, its time you two learned the whole truth." Said Goodwin
"About what?" asked Yusei
He pointed to the Satellite Sector…
"About where you come from Yusei and where you two are going." Said Goodwin
"What's this all about?" I asked
"How do you like the bridge Yusei? Did you know that it was once going to connect the Satellite with New Domino City?" asked Goodwin
"So why was it never finished?" asked Yusei
"I'm glad you asked, you see, if the construction of this bridge was ever completed, it would've given the evil that lives deep beneath the Satellite access to my precious New Domino City, and the battle that is about to begin must never reach these shores." Said Goodwin
"But what about the people in the Satellite?" I asked
"They will become enveloped in eternal darkness unless someone can save them." Said Goodwin
"So why aren't you using the power you possess to get them out of there?" asked Yusei
"I can't do that." Said Goodwin
"But why?" asked Yusei
"Because as long as the people of the Satellite remain there, the darkness will stay as well." Said Goodwin
"But why would you put the people of the Satellite at risk?" asked Yusei
"Yusei, the time has come for me to tell you the truth." Said Goodwin
"Goodwin, just tell him already." I said
"Like Sakura said, you'd said that you'd tell me the truth, why don't we start with this." Said Yusei revealing his mark
"That is the Mark of the Crimson Dragon. It belongs to those who protect our world from the darkness." Said Goodwin
"Oh, is that all? Then why did it choose us, huh?" asked Yusei
"Because you two are strong and selfless. The dragon knew that you two would not run from a challenge, or from the darkness that is coming, and this darkness is dangerous. It will take on many forms, maybe a stranger, or a family member, or even a friend, but you will know for they will have the Mark of the Shadows." Said Goodwin
"Mark of the Shadows? You must mean the Dark Signers, I dueled one of their drones. He had a glowing spider on his arm." Said Yusei
"Then the first battle of this war has already been won. Just as you two were chosen to protect the light, they choose to protect the darkness. They will stop at nothing to stop you Yusei, you as well Sakura." Said Goodwin
"They were bad news as is, but now they're stronger, is that it?" I asked
"Yes, that is correct." Said Goodwin
"Dark Signers, chosen protectors, but when did all this start?" asked Yusei
"Perhaps we should go back to the beginning 5000 years ago when the war began." Said Goodwin
"Now we're getting somewhere, tell us." Said Yusei
"There were two great armies, one of shadow, one of light. They battled across the face of the Earth, nearly destroying the whole planet. The army of light wasn't an army of men and steel, but of dragons, five powerful creatures that had sworn to protect the Earth at all costs. They fought the army of shadows, comprised of other creatures, unknown except for the scars they left on the soil. The armies had gathered for one final battle, when surprisingly one of the soldiers of darkness had turned to the light, creating two new dragons. Even with their new alliance, the dragons knew that they had not the individual strength to win, so they combined their power into a single force, the Crimson Dragon. The creatures of the shadows fought fiercely, but they were no match for the combined might of the dragons and their crimson hero. Eventually, the army of shadows was defeated, but not destroyed. Instead its essence was trapped deep beneath the Earth, taking with them one prisoner, the Ancient Fairy Dragon. The creatures of the shadows were imprisoned under the Nazca Lines, but the dragons knew that one day they might return, and so they sacrificed themselves, instilling the power of the seven dragons in generation after generation of humans, hoping that maybe the Crimson Dragon could be summoned again. You two have the spirits of dragons inside you, just as the Dark Signers are possessed by the growing power of the army of shadows." Said Goodwin
"But how, and why now? I…I thought they were trapped under the ground or something, it's been 5000 years." Said Yusei
"It was something we couldn't possibly predict that would happen. Tell me, have you heard of the Enerdy reactor?" asked Goodwin
"Wait, you don't mean the Enerdy reactor my mom was in charge of, do you Goodwin?" I asked
"Your mom?" asked Yusei
"Yeah, she was in charge of the project with someone else, and I don't know who." I said
"You're correct about that Enerdy reactor Miss Phoenix. The Enerdy reactor was built to absorb the positive energy created from dueling, but to create a better future, we had to take risks in the past. Years ago, a prototype was built; it was kept deep underground, below the slums of the Satellite. Our goal was to harness the incredible energy created through the competition of dueling and use it as a positive force. Imagine, powering all of New Domino City with just a pack of cards, we would be a beacon for the world. But then, something happened. Instead of releasing useful, positive energy, the first Enerdy reactor had a meltdown. Negative energy erupted and split New Domino City in two. Everything above the reactor was infused with this negative energy. It became a barren wasteland of depression, it became the Satellite. But the troubles didn't end there, the burst of negative energy was so strong, the surface of the Earth trembled, and somehow something deep beneath it was awakened." Said Goodwin
"The army of shadows!" exclaimed Yusei
"Exactly. They fed on the negative energy, growing in power until now, when they were strong enough to continue their war. We can't let that happen. I know this must all come as a shock, but I promise you my grief is even worse than you could imagine, after all, I was in favor of its creation. I thought it would help people, but behold the power that this reactor has sparked a war between the Signers and the forces of darkness, but I know how to end it, and I'm going to need your help. That duel tournament wasn't held just for fun, I had some suspicions who the Signers might be, and that tournament proved it. Now that I've gathered you all together, you can combine your strength and defeat the Dark Signers, those who are trying to open the earthen prison of the shadow army." Said Goodwin
"And, if we can't and they release the shadows…" started Yusei
"We're talking about your basic apocalypse." I said
"Well, as Miss Phoenix said, if that should happen, well, you've already seen a glimpse of our fate, during your duel with Jack, do you remember?" asked Goodwin
"I can't get it out of my head, the Satellite was destroyed. Can't we evacuate, get all the people to safety? I've got friends who are stuck there Goodwin." Said Yusei
"So do I, the Satellite is pretty much my home too." I said
"Where would you take them? Satellite's first, then New Domino would be next. The planet would be reduced to ash, but the first battle must take place in the Satellite, that's where this negative energy originated, and that's where it must be stopped." Said Goodwin
"What am I to do? Am I supposed to beat this army of shadows on my own? Am I supposed to put the safety of all of my friends in my deck?" asked Yusei
"Yusei, as much as I don't like to sound like Goodwin right now, but the Satellite needs a hero, and we need to be those heroes. We either defeat the darkness that's coming, or we let them take over, it's our choice." I said
"I'll take these Dark Signers on." Said Yusei
"But not alone Yusei. There's strength in numbers, I'm helping you whether you like it or not. But first, we need to know, who is the Sixth Signer?" I asked
"I'm still working on that Sakura, but I'm sure they'll show up, for now let's get you two back to the Satellite. Don't let the world down you two." Said Goodwin
A helicopter showed up with our Duel Runners, and we knew exactly what to do. After a while, we were close to our destination.
"We're approaching the Satellite, opening cargo hatch. Prepare for drop-off, T-minus 10 seconds and counting. 10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, cargo deployed." Said an automated voice
We landed in the Satellite, and note to self, don't do that again.
"Nice landing." Said a male voice
"Is that who I think it is?" I wondered
"Who's that? Crow?" asked Yusei
"You got a lot of nerve coming back here. You two got some explaining to do pals, so start talking!" exclaimed Crow
"First things first." Said Yusei
"What he said birdbrain." I said
"You asked for it!" exclaimed Crow
We did a three-way Enforcer's handshake, for old time's sake.
"Hey Yusei, what's up Sakura?" asked Crow
"Good to see ya Crow." Said Yusei
"Yeah, long time no see." I said
"What've you been up to?" asked Yusei
"Oh come on, you know me. Still fighting the good fight, robbing the rich to feed the poor and all that, so I see Sector Security got to ya Yusei." Said Crow
"Yeah, well…I see you finally learned how to use a wretch." Said Yusei
"Or in other terms, you've learned how to fix that baby up." I said
"Yeah, finished her last year, she's a beauty, right? What'd you say we hit the streets?" asked Crow
Couldn't argue with him there, so we hit the streets.
"So I hear that you're some big-shot champion now Yusei." Said Crow
"Yeah, something like that." Said Yusei
"And I hear that you're some big dueling prodigy Sakura." Said Crow
"It's more or less true." I said
We decided to get Crow up to speed with everything so far, and when we finished, he was shocked.
"So Goodwin captured your dad's old friend and forced you to duel Saki?" asked Crow
"Two things, one, don't call me Saki! Two, yeah, and I know he's here in the Satellite." I said
"And Goodwin captured your friends and forced you to duel in that tournament Yusei?" asked Crow
"Now I need to make sure they're safe." Said Yusei
"Well then, lets head over to your old hideout." Said Crow
"Hey Crow, why are the streets so deserted?" asked Yusei
"I'll give you my answer, once the pain in my arm and gut subside." I muttered
"What did you say?" asked Crow
"Nothing." I said
"Anyhow, these creepy cats have been coming around lately, like down there, look. They spout these wacky teachings and things, trying to round up followers. I hear they're gathering everyone deep within the Satellite." Said Crow
"Like underground deep?" I asked
"Things have gotten weird here you guys, weirder than usual." Said Crow
Well then, these Dark Signers just got the Phoenix special, with a side of Signer smack down. We drove to Yusei's hideout in the old subway tunnels, and thankfully, Yusei's friends were there, and Sartorius was there with them.
"Yusei! You came back!" exclaimed Rally
"Hey there Yusei!" exclaimed Nervin
"Yusei?" asked Tank
"Seriously?" asked Blitz
"Did I miss anything?" asked Yusei
"Hey, Sakura's here too!" exclaimed Rally
"Sakura? It really is her!" exclaimed Nervin
"Sakura?" asked Tank
"As in the Sakura from the city?" asked Blitz
"How many Sakura's do ya know?" I asked
"Hey! The craziest thing happened to us last week Yusei, you won't believe it!" exclaimed Rally
"Well, now that we're back here in the Satellite, we're going to set things straight." Said Yusei
"Sartorius, I'm glad that you're safe, I was so worried when you were missing." I said
"I'm just glad that nothing too dangerous happened." Said Sartorius before he ruffled my hair
"Sartorius! You know how I hate it when you do that!" I exclaimed
"So, he is a friend of yours?" asked Blitz
"You didn't believe him?" I asked
"He just seems like the person that you wouldn't hang out with." Said Nervin
"He's actually a friend of my father's, which in turn, makes him a friend of mine." I said
"Blister, thanks for helping me out with my friends." Said Yusei
"No worries Yusei." Said Blister
"So, uh, is this an exclusive club, or can anyone join?" asked Crow
"Hey Crow." Said Tank and Blitz in unison
"I didn't recognize you with the helmet and bike." Said Nervin
"Yeah, Yusei and Saki aren't the only Turbo charged Duelists in Satellite anymore, right?" asked Crow
"How many times did I tell you, don't call me Saki?" I exclaimed
"This is Security. ID number 8WX74098, give yourself up." Said a Sector Security officer
"Oh boy, is this what you got into more trouble for?" I wondered
"Heh and Yusei's not the only one with a knack for ticking off Sector Security either." Said Crow
Just then a smoke bomb found its way into the subway system.
"They're trying to smoke us out?" wondered Nervin
"We need to split up. Let's meet at the Daedalus Bridge in two hours, that's where my hideout is." Said Crow
"Sartorius, catch." I said tossing him a helmet
"Sakura…" started Sartorius
"No time for arguments, we need to get out of here now!" I exclaimed
Two hours later at Crow's hideout…
"We were supposed to meet Yusei here. Do you think something happened to him?" wondered Rally
"I'm sure he's fine, let's just wait." Said Blister
"I hate waiting." Said Blitz
"What if he's caught and what if we never see him again?" asked Tank
"Quiet, what are you, trying to jinx us or something?" asked Blitz
"Hey look, they're here! Hey! Yusei!" exclaimed Rally
A bunch of kids came out and were happy to see Crow. I kinda forgot that Crow took care of little kids. Apparently Crow's new criminal markers involved getting cards for them.
"What you talking about? You kids want more of my cards? Look at me; you see a beard and red hat? I'm not Santa Claus." Said Crow
Soon enough, the kids started complaining that Crow didn't have more cards for them.
"Hold on, hold on. Well I don't have cards, but I brought something even better. May I present Yusei, the new Turbo Duel champion, and Sakura, the dueling prodigy of Justice and Fire!" exclaimed Crow
A bunch of kids came over and began asking for autographs and stuff, but this was something I was used to over the past few years, so I didn't mind.
That evening…
"So what you're telling us is that these Dark Signers wanna destroy the Satellite Sector?" asked Nervin
"That's right Nervin. Sakura and I saw a vision of it when I was dueling Jack in the tournament." Said Yusei
"If it's true what'd we do?" asked Blitz
"I know, we go home, pack up, and then use that pipeline to get outta here." Said Tank
"Sounds good to me. If these Dark Signers are here, we should all go over there. I'm good with a deck, but once the shuffling part's done, it's all downhill after that." Said Nervin
"I know you're scared Nervin, and so am I." said Yusei
"As much as I don't want to admit it, I'm scared too. These marks have made both Yusei and me a part of this war, and if we don't fight this darkness, then there's no hope for anyone." I said
"You know I'm with you. A crow never backs away from a fight, and I got my nest to protect, but they hurt your bikes, just say the word pals, and they're gone, seriously, I mean it." Said Crow
"Hey, that's not true. You'll always protect us." Said Annie
"Yep, that's Big Brother Crow for you." I said smiling
"Can you tell us a goodnight story Crow?" asked a boy
"How about a scary one?" asked another boy
Their attention seemed to be focused on the kids, so this was the perfect time to sneak away and face Kalin. I hadn't forgotten about that dream, and I was determined to protect my friends at all costs.
"Going somewhere Mistress?" asked Flamvell Grunika
'Grunika! You startled me!' I mentally exclaimed
"You wouldn't do something like this unless someone was in danger." Said Flamvell Grunika
'Ya got me. Come on, we have some ground to cover.' I said mentally
"So, where to Mistress?" asked Flamvell Grunika
"YOU'RE OUT OF YOUR MIND! The old Enerdy reactor? What are you trying to find, tetanus?" asked Flamvell Grunika
"Hardy har har, very funny. Goodwin was trying to lead Yusei and me there; besides, it's also the site of Zero Reverse. It won't take long for them to realize I'm gone, so I'm starting the mental talk from here on out, because last I checked, Yusei can't see Duel Monster Spirits." I said
"What are you doing?" asked Flamvell Grunika
'I'm activating the hologram system and voice changer so that way Kalin doesn't know it's me. I just hope this works.' I said mentally
After a few minutes, we came to an area where the fog was so dense; it was like driving with a blindfold over your eyes. Soon a purplish figure appeared out of the fog, and considering that my arm was in pain, it meant that Kalin was nearby. Soon enough, that mysterious purple figure disappeared.
"Um, is that thing disappearing a good thing, or a bad thing?" asked Flamvell Grunika
'From both mine and Yusei's experience, anything that looks bad is bad.' I mentally said
"Oh great." Said Flamvell Grunika
A card came out of nowhere, and thanks to my quick thinking, I managed to stop before the card got anywhere near me. The card was Vorse Raider, the alternate card art.
"I know that card." I said in Yusei's voice
"Yusei, hahahahahahahahaha! You don't know how long I've been waiting for this moment. It's a shame it'll be over so quickly." Said Kalin
I don't know if Yusei remembers him, so…
"So how do you know my name?" I asked in Yusei's voice
"Heh, I never forgot, old friend." Said Kalin
He whipped off his cloak, and it was about time to see if my acting lessons paid off.
"Kalin Kessler? Is that really you? When you left the Satellite, we all thought it was for good." I said in Yusei's voice
"It was, but thanks to you and that mark of yours, Kalin is back! And while I was away, I made some new friends. I believe you already dueled one of my associates." Said Kalin
"Kalin, please, you have to stop what you're planning to do to the Satellite! You were once mine, Crow's, Jack's, and Hanna's friend." I said in Yusei's voice
"Don't you mean Sakura, I know about her alias all those years ago. I admit, I was once your friend yes, but now…your enemy!" exclaimed Kalin
He pulled up his geoglyph, and I made a secret smile, for I was able to protect Yusei this time around.
"After what you did to me, this is sweet justice dear old friend. You destroyed my life, so I'll destroy your home. The Satellite will burn!" exclaimed Kalin
Yusei hasn't been in anything like this. Make it count Sakura.
"What is this?" I asked in Yusei's voice
"Now, get ready for the duel of your life!" exclaimed Kalin
"Hey Yuse, is it just me, or am I seeing double?" asked Crow
"What's going on?" exclaimed Kalin
"Uh, whoops. Cat's out of the bag." I said in Yusei's voice
"Huh?" wondered Kalin
I pressed a few buttons on my duel runner, ceasing the hologram, and the voice changer.
"It's been a while Kalin. I really should give my acting skills some credit." I smirked
"You knew this was going to happen, didn't you?" asked Kalin
"For two years Kalin. Next time, tell your boss to actually try and stop me." I said
"Well, if I can't take down Yusei, then I guess I'll take you down first. I'll pummel you down to the shadowy depths of the Netherworld." Said Kalin
"Well, me and my deck are going to make sure that that doesn't happen Kalin. I'm not a dueling prodigy for nothing ya know." I said
A helicopter lowered overhead, just enough for me to see that Jack was here.
"Jack? What are you doing here?" I asked
"Was that Jack Atlas? Hahahahahaha! This is great! With Jack, Crow, and Yusei here, we'll all be back together again!" exclaimed Kalin
"Kalin, I know that you think that Yusei sold you out, but that's not true, he was just…" I started
"Listen to yourself Sakura, all of this coming from the girl from the city, whom the people of that same city supposedly looks down on Satellites. You lied to all of us when you said that your name was Hanna Avalon." Said Kalin
"Hanna Avalon and Sakura Phoenix were two sides of the same coin Kalin!" I exclaimed
Kalin just laughed at my expression.
"Something funny?" I asked
"We had fun, way back in the day, didn't we? Didn't we Crow? And Jack? And Yusei? Didn't we have a blast? But now that's all gonna end!" exclaimed Kalin
"Kalin, you were taking things too far back then. Not only did you betray me, you betrayed Yusei, Crow, and Jack." I said
"I didn't take things far enough, because of Yusei and his weakness. I was trying to make Satellite a better place, do you really think Sector Security had our best interests in mind?" asked Kalin
"I don't think so, but…" I started
"They needed to fall like the duel gangs. Satellite needed to be ours and ours alone, but the past is ancient history, let's start talking about your future Sakura. I'm gonna send you to the Netherworld first, and then I'll send your precious Yusei following after you. Come on, let's duel." Said Kalin
"Kalin! Wait, how did you even become a Dark Signer in the first place? Did this happen in the Facility?" I asked
"Are you actually scared Sakura?" asked Kalin
"No, I'm not. I have some wrongs I have to right, and I'm going to start right now!" I exclaimed as I started up my Duel Runner
"We will of course be dueling in the field spell, Speed World!" exclaimed Kalin
"Duel mode engaged. Autopilot standing-by." Said an automated voice
"Kalin, if I lose this duel, then what happens to me?" I asked
"You'll be consumed by the darkness. You'll be immersed in the shadows of the Netherworld." Said Kalin
"Newsflash, that ain't gonna happen! This is my home too, so I'm going to stop you and save the Satellite Sector!" I exclaimed
"Riding Duel…" started Kalin
"ACCELERATION!" Kalin and I exclaimed in unison
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 0/ Sakura LP 4000 SPC: 0
"Let's get this show on the road!" I exclaimed
"Yes, time to begin this thing. Time for the Enforcers to ride again. Hahahahahahahahaha! It's my turn! I summon Infernity Beast! (ATK: 1600/ DEF: 1200)" exclaimed Kalin
I've heard about this archetype. The Infernities have deadly effects, but only if you have no cards in your hand. He couldn't stand an empty hand before, so he's upped his game, but did the first monster he summoned just have to be Infernity Beast? I'm afraid of dogs, I can just imagine that thing coming up to my face and snapping its jaws.
"And now that I've got him on the field, I think I'll place one card face-down and end my turn. Come on Sakura, you don't know how long the shadows have been calling your name. Once I get through with you, I can get my hands on that traitor! Don't let me down Sakura, I want to see you duel with everything you've got!" exclaimed Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 0/ Sakura LP 4000 SPC: 0
"And you'll get it, my entire heart, soul, and spirit!" I exclaimed
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 1/ Sakura LP 4000 SPC: 1
"I summon to the field Ally of Justice Garadholg in attack mode! (ATK: 1600/ DEF: 400) It's time to ground that puppy, Garadholg, send that mutt to the pound!" I exclaimed
"Not so fast Sakura, I play the trap Depth Amulet! By discarding one card in my hand, I can negate your monster's attack. Looks like you've improved your game a bit Sakura." Said Kalin
"Maybe so, but for now, I'll throw down a face-down and end my turn." I said
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 1/ Sakura LP 4000 SPC: 1
"My move then." Said Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 2/ Sakura LP 4000 SPC: 2
"And from my hand, I'm summoning Infernity Archfiend! (ATK: 1800/ DEF: 1200) And now, Infernity Archfiend, attack that machine of hers!" exclaimed Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 2/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 2
"Careful Sakura, don't spin out of control." Said Kalin
My Duel Runner was against the flames, but I managed to regain control of it, just enough so I could catch up to him.
"You know Sakura; the powers of the dark shadows really suit me. Duels are much more exciting when I can dish out real pain; in fact, I like it so much I think I'll dish out some more. Infernity Beast, attack Sakura directly!" exclaimed Kalin
"You're about to find out why I despise dogs, I activate Defense Draw! Now my life points are safe and I get to draw a card!" I exclaimed
"Sakura, try to keep up with me, will ya? And please, try to play something new for a change. I like surprises, and I hope you do too, because this face-down isn't just some old trap we've been using since we met, like that Defense Draw of yours. I upped my game, have you?" asked Kalin
"Plenty, and you're about to see some of my new tricks." I said
"I'd like to see you try." Said Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 2/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 2
"You asked for it!" I exclaimed
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 3/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 3
"You're about to meet a new friend, I summon out to the field Neo Flamvell Sabre in attack mode! (ATK: 1500/ DEF: 200) Now because you have four or less cards in your graveyard, my Sabre gains 600 attack points! (ATK: 2100)" I exclaimed
"So you weren't kidding when you said you had some new tricks, but don't forget about my Depth Amulet trap card." Said Kalin
"I know, and to prove my knowledge, I'm placing one card face-down and ending my turn." I said
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 4/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 4
"Looks like you upped your game too Sakura. However, this next attack might send you to the shadows. I release both of my monsters to summon Dark Tuner Nightmare Hand! (ATK: 0/ DEF: 0)" exclaimed Kalin
"Oh no, a Dark Tuner! Please tell me that this day can't get any worse." I said
"Oh it is Sakura, because of my Nightmare Hand's special ability, I can special summon from my hand Infernity Dwarf! (ATK: 800/ DEF: 500) He might be tiny, but as the saying goes, big things come in small packages, and it's never been more true than now because I'm tuning him with my Nightmare Hand in order to perform a Dark Synchro Summon! When the shadows are devoured by even darker shadows, the curtain pulls back and reveals a world without light! Dark Synchro! Show yourself, One-Hundred Eyed Dragon! (ATK: 3000/ DEF: 2500) Let's see your sign save you now! You're no match for the power of my dark deck Sakura! Now prepare to meet the shadows of the Netherworld. I summon One-Hundred Eyed Dragon!" exclaimed Kalin
"3000 attack points? The only monster that can stand that kind of firepower is Lunar Eclipse Dragon!" I exclaimed
"If you think he looks tough now, just wait 'till you see him in battle. One-Hundred Eyed Dragon, attack!" exclaimed Kalin
"Sorry, but we interrupt this attack for a special trap card, Scrap-Iron Scarecrow to be exact, and I think you know what this does! Kalin, all I have to do is make sure that your hand has at least one card, and then I can stop you." I said
"We'll see about that. I end my turn." Said Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 4/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 4
That was too close for comfort, but if I attack with Sabre, then he'll be able to counter with that Depth Amulet of his, which means, if he draws a spell or trap next round, then I won't be able to counter, for then he'll have no cards! I better come up with a strategy and fast!
"My draw!" I exclaimed
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 5/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 5
No good! I'll have to play defense for now.
"I summon Flamvell Guard in defense mode! (ATK: 100/ DEF: 2000)" I exclaimed
Normally I would summon Ally of Justice Catastor around now, but I'm facing Dark attribute monsters, so Catastor would be useless.
"I'll then switch my Sabre into defense mode and end my turn." I said
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 6/ Sakura LP 3800 SPC: 6
"Well, not that it matters, but now you can attack me next round since my Depth Amulet is all out of power, or you can just keep sitting there while I kick your tailpipe all over the Satellite. It was just the five of us back then Sakura, you were the new girl on the team, but you proved to be a powerful duelist. One by one the duel gangs fell, until there was one left." Said Kalin
"I know, I was the one who saved you and Yusei that day, but I didn't know that things would end like that. Kalin, it wasn't Yusei's fault that day, please listen, what happened was…" I started
"Stop your yakking! I summon Infernity Guardian in defense mode! (ATK: 1200/ DEF: 1700)" exclaimed Kalin
"Kalin, please listen to me, I know the Kalin that saved Yusei's life two years ago is still in there!" I exclaimed
"I'm not that same person, I had to let the Kalin I was holding back free." Said Kalin
"That's a lie, I know because…" I started
"Because what? On second thought, I won't let you finish that thought. I activate the Speed Spell- Power Baton! You know all about this speed spell, don't you Sakura? After all, you are a dueling prodigy, and with this spell, I can choose a monster in my deck and send it to my graveyard, then my dragon gets a nice little treat, all of those extra attack points that I just send to the graveyard are transferred to him, and I choose my Infernity Destroyer! I think his 2300 attack points should definitely do the trick. (ATK: 5300)" Said Kalin
"2300?" I exclaimed
Crap, this isn't good, now he has no cards in his hand, which means trouble for me!
"Now it's been a while since I cracked open a math book, but I'm pretty sure my dragon has enough power to send you and your deck to the shadows! And now for your pleasure, the main event! I activate One-Hundred Eyed Dragon's special ability! He gets the power of the dwarf in my graveyard, so all the battle damage that would normally be absorbed by your monster is dealt to you as damage! Oh, it's just so hard to find good defensive help these days, isn't it? Prepare to meet the shadows Sakura, because this game is over!" exclaimed Kalin
"It ain't over 'till the last card is played!" I exclaimed
"Ever the optimist, now One-Hundred Eyed Dragon, attack! Finally I'll get my revenge on what Yusei did to me that night!" exclaimed Kalin
"Not on my watch, because of the Kuriboh in my hand, I can discard it to the graveyard to take no life points of battle damage for this battle only." I said
"Hahahahahahahahaha! I should be thanking you Sakura; after all, you're here to duel another round, but it's all effortless, because I will be getting my revenge on Yusei, but it does give me a chance to toy with you before I send you to the Netherworld! But for now, I activate another of my dragon's special abilities! Now he gets Destroyer's power! And trust me when I say that the damage you'll take from this attack is nothing compared to the damage I've been carrying around all these years because of Yusei! And when I found a new enemy to face, Yusei turned his back on me, so get ready to feel the punishment I'm going to give to Yusei!" exclaimed Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 6/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 6
I suddenly found myself in the flames, but thanks to my quick thinking, I managed to get back on track, no pun intended.
"It looks like your precious Duel Runner is about to give up on you Sakura!" exclaimed Kalin
He was right, the front wheel was loose, so I had to finish this duel and quick.
"It's only a little wobbly, that's all." I said
"Then I guess it's a perfect fit for your game!" exclaimed Kalin
"Sakura!" Rally, Nervin, Blitz, Tank, Crow, Yusei, and Sartorius exclaimed in unison
"Did you hear that? It sounds to me like you have a couple of loyal friends out there watching the duel! I just for your sake that you never have to feel the stinging pain of their betrayal." Said Kalin
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 6/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 6
"We'll see about that!" I exclaimed
Kalin LP 4000 SPC: 7/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 7
Alright! Celestial Warrior- Hope! With this monster, I can special summon a level three or lower monster in my hand, deck, or graveyard so long as the monster has the name Celestial Warrior in its name.
"I summon Celestial Warrior- Hope in attack mode! (ATK: 1700/ DEF: 2000)" I exclaimed
A female with long flowing platinum blond hair with gold colored eyes was wearing a gold colored roman toga wielding a staff appeared.
"Now I'm activating Hope's special ability! With the power of this monster, I can special summon another Celestial Warrior from my hand, deck, or graveyard, and what do you know, I choose my deck. Come forth, Celestial Warrior- Yue! (ATK: 1900/ DEF: 1000)" I exclaimed
A male with long white hair and white eyes appeared. He was wearing a white toga as well.
"Now I tune my Flamvell Guard with my Celestial Warrior-Hope and Celestial Warrior-Yue! Power of light, lend us your sight. In the darkness of night, show us your might! Synchro Summon! Shine, Lunar Eclipse Dragon! (ATK: 2900/ DEF: 2500)" I chanted
"Busting out your deck's top performer, I was worried you weren't taking me seriously. I guess in a way I should be flattered." Said Kalin
"Well you won't be once I activate her special ability! You see for every Light attribute monster in my grave, she gains 1000 attack points along with a 500 attack point bonus for every Dark monster. I count one Dark and Two Light, bringing a grand total of 2500 attack points of a bonus! (ATK: 5400) But why stop there when I can activate Yue's ability! You see Kalin, any Synchro monster that was summoned with him as Synchro Material gets a little power boost of 600 points! (ATK: 6000) Lunar Eclipse Dragon, attack!" I exclaimed
Kalin LP 1000 SPC: 4/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 7
Kalin's Duel Runner was engulfed by the flames. Was my attack really that strong?
"Kalin! Kalin, where are you?" I exclaimed
He drove out of the flames seemingly unscathed.
"It's good to see you finally hitting back. I should thank you for the help, because since your monster destroyed my mighty beast, I can select one card in my deck, and then add it to my hand. I know that's not all you got Sakura, what's next, huh?" asked Kalin
"This, the Speed Spell- Speed Storm! Now because I have three or more speed counters, I can inflict 1000 points of damage to you, and last I checked, that's the exact amount you have left, so game over Kalin, I win." I said
"This can't be, I'm done for! But seriously folks, I activate the Damage Translation trap!" exclaimed Kalin
"Not that trap!" I exclaimed
"I'm assuming you know what happens then." Said Kalin
"I do, you take half of the effect damage, and you get a Ghost Token for each time you take the halved damage." I said
Kalin LP 500 SPC: 4/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 7
"You really are a dueling prodigy Sakura, but look who's still standing!" exclaimed Kalin
"I end my turn Kalin, and I know what's next, your ghost token, and my dragon's attack power goes down. (ATK: 3500) (Ghost token: ATK: 0/ DEF: 0)" I said
Kalin LP 500 SPC: 4/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 7
"It's time for the big finale, come on out everybody!" exclaimed Kalin
"These people, what are you planning to do with them? Answer me Kalin!" I exclaimed
"It's my turn now, but because of Power Baton, I can't draw another card." Said Kalin
Kalin LP 500 SPC: 5/ Sakura LP 3000 SPC: 8
"Kalin, stop avoiding the question, what are you going to do to them?" I exclaimed
"What do you think Sakura? I am going to channel their spirits to this card." Said Kalin
"That card, don't do it Kalin!" I exclaimed
"Sorry Sakura, but I don't listen to Signers. Their combined energy is going to give this card unbelievable power! By releasing my Ghost Token and Infernity Guardian from my field, I banish the taken to the Netherworld as an offering to the Earthbound Immortal Ccapac Apu! Their energy has been assimilated, and now Ccapac Apu will descend upon this world! I sacrifice all these souls to you…Advent! Earthbound Immortal Ccapac Apu! (ATK: 3000/ DEF: 2500)" chanted Kalin
"It's here, Earthbound Immortal Ccapac Apu." I said turning pale
"Hahahahahahahahaha! Get ready to join the rest of the taken in the shadows of the Netherworld! Earthbound Immortal Ccapac Apu, pound this pathetic Signer into the darkness!" exclaimed Kalin
"Lunar Eclipse Dragon, defend!" I exclaimed
My dragon just phased through Kalin's immortal.
"Oh snap, it didn't do anything! The good news is, I still have my Scarecrow!" I exclaimed
"Come on Sakura, do you seriously think a little trap like that can stand up against the power of an immortal?" asked Kalin
As if on cue, Scrap-Iron Scarecrow was dragged back by barbed wire. There was nothing I could do. Wait a minute, my dream two years ago wasn't just warning me about Yusei in danger, it was also warning me about this! This is going to hurt!
"Its lights out Sakura!" exclaimed Kalin
My Duel Runner's front wheel gave up on me, and soon I hit my head on the back of a rock.
"And the moment all hope is lost, Sakura's crummy Duel Runner breaks, officially ending the duel before the duel can officially end her! Hahahahahahahahaha! Just look at you, you're so pathetic. You may have managed to survive this little encounter, but I'm afraid you can't fight your fate. You can't stop the Satellite from being obliterated, and you can't save yourself." Said Kalin
He grabbed me by the collar of my tank top, and whispered into my ear…
"And you can't even save your own sister." whispered Kalin
"W-what are you talking about?" I asked in a weak voice
"Earthbound Immortal Ccapac Apu, come back to me now!" exclaimed Kalin
"Kalin…why did you…betray…everyone?" I asked before my vision began to turn hazy
The last thing I was aware of, Kalin was over me, and then it all went black.
Yeah, I know, it's a cliffhanger. I know I'd say that I'd let you know the ending, since the poll ended in a tie and all, so you're just going to have to be patient. Anyhow, please review, and until next time, I'm sakuraphoenix, saying I heart you, signing off for now. Kan dao ni!
Card Stats:
Celestial Warrior – Hope
Attribute: Light
Level: 4
Effect: When this card is successfully summoned, special summon one level three or lower 'Celestial Warrior' monster from your deck
Celestial Warrior – Yue
Attribute: Light
Level: 3
Effect: When this card is used as Synchro Material, give that Synchro monster 600 attack points.
