The Galactic Knights: Third Dimensional War
Dragons Unleashed Arc
A/N: The Ancient Lord Barroth has returned and brings with him a wave of death. Weakened and heavily injured, Natsu and Goku must find a way to survive. Will they live to see another day or will death finally take them? Find out in chapter 79: "Barroth Unleashed."
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*LB* = Line Break
Chapter 79: Barroth Unleashed
An aura of death envelops the Aloiron Mountain. Soldiers of the Imperial Alliance glance towards the top of the mountain. Two massive wings emerge from the crater of the mountain. Soon, a large head follows suite. Even the armies at the base of the mountain can see its glowing yellow eyes. The scales of the dragon are pitch black, his nails a dark grey.
Barroth takes a deep breath before unleashing a sound deafening roar, shattering anything fragile. Lightning begins to strike the mountain top as Barroth continues his exit from the mountain crater. Beneath him, a strikingly bright aura of red shines brightly.
Soon the mountain erupts, a puff of ash shoots out from the crater as the lightning strengthens, almost seeming to follow the ash cloud into crater.
Near the top of the mountain, Natsu and Goku continue to rush towards the exit. They manage to gather remaining Imperial forces as everyone rushes out. Natsu notices the Shadow Alliance no longer in the area. To be honest, he could care less at the moment. He gazes back, as Barroth's feet smash the cavern where the shrine was. Unlike all the other dragons, Barroth stands up nearly straight on his back legs.
"We need to give everyone time to get out." Goku turns to face Barroth.
Natsu follows him as they look up at the gigantic beast.
"I thought Lord Rhaviel was big for a dragon." Natsu could hear another dragon's comment. "But Barroth is nearly seventy meters! He is more than twice the size."
"I am free." Barroth's deep voice sounds clearly. "Sealing me is a crime. I am the true king of dragons. All bow before me or die by my claws."
Natsu and Goku glance at each other, nodding almost simultaneously. They turn towards Barroth before charging forward.
"Humans are here." Barroth narrows his eyes. "No, you both smell different. No matter, you will fall to me."
"Crimson Lotus: Fire Dragon's Fist!" Natsu launches himself towards Barroth, unleashing a barrage of attacks upon the Ancient Lord.
Goku flies up, unleashing a barrage of KI blasts.
"Support them!" Rhaviel appears as the remaining dragons charge forward.
Time passes as numerous explosions occur on Barroth's body.
Natsu and Goku land back on the ground, the dragons around them waiting for the cloud of smoke to disperse.
"Ah crap." Natsu clenches his teeth.
Barroth remains unscathed, his smirk showing its bright white teeth.
"So, who dies first?" Barroth roars as he plunges forward.
Elsewhere, a single body attempts to move rubble out of her way. Yuuka coughs as blood drips from the side of her mouth. How could it have gone so wrong? She gazes at a piece of rubble, her vision fading. All she wants is to bring happiness to Rin. Yet, she release a monster of unimaginable power.
"Did I do the right thing?" Tears fall from Yuuka.
"You did what you thought was right." A person stands above Yuuka. "Now rest. I'll take you home."
Yuuka gazes at the figure before her world turns dark. "Takeshi…."
Takeshi lifts the rubble off Yuuka before picking her up.
"No matter what. I'll always be here to help you Yuuka."
Back to the fight, Natsu rolls across the battlefield, his body smacking on a rock.
"Ouch!" Natsu runs his arm.
Gazing upward, he sees Barroth grab a dragon and eats the dragons head and neck, ripping it from the rest of the body causing blood to splatter on the ground below.
Numerous attacks hit Barroth in the side, causing the dragon to turn to the source. Standing there are the Elite Guards of Natsu and Goku.
Conan flies up unleashing a barrage of fire. Sean shoots an ice blast at Barroth's feet. Eliot summons waves of lightning. Wu swings around as chunks of earth launch towards the dragon.
Following them, Tonis and Helena unleash a barrage of energy attacks. Leopold swings his blade as lava sprays on Barroth. Finally, Rolando lands next to Wu, aiding him in the waves of earth.
Soon after, they gather energy before unleashing further attacks upon Barroth.
Natsu stands up, his body aching due to the lack of energy, but he takes a deep breath as his Dragon Force mode returns. Rushing forward, Natsu gathers as much magic as he can before unleashing an array of fire attacks. However, the ground begins to shake, Natsu trying to catch his balance turns to his side just to see a large tail swing into him.
The force of the attack sends Natsu straight into the ground, leaving a trail behind him. Pain surges through his body, unable to move his limbs.
"Natsu!" Goku lands next to his friend.
Clenching his hands, Natsu slams them to the ground. He forces himself up despite the surging pain.
"I have to keep fighting."
"Enough!" Barroth unleashes an energy pulse sending the dragons and Elite Guards crashing to the ground or off the mountain edge.
"No!" Natsu tries to stand only to fall on his knees. "Damn it!"
"You two are stronger than most." Barroth lends forward, his neck stretching quite far. "Yet, you are far from my le…."
Barroth never finishes his sentence. Two large blast hit the dragon on the face forcing him to back away.
Two figures land in front of Natsu and Goku, one in gold armor and the other in black robes.
"Travis, Ichigo."
"Sorry we're late." Ichigo raises his blades.
"Everyone who fell off the cliff was saved." Travis does the same. "We need to buy enough time. I have ordered a full retreat."
Natsu and Goku nod, as Natsu stands up.
All four knights shout as they power up. Natsu and Goku utilize their remaining power. Now is the moment. Now they must fight until their allies have gone.
"Bankai!" Ichigo charges forward, slashing Barroth across the leg, but the leaves little to no damage.
Travis appears near Barroth's neck slashing it. Barroth growls as he steps back. Goku flies towards the stomach, sending off KI blast directly to it.
Natsu runs up the tail before jumping to Barroth's wings and unleashing wave of fire.
Barroth roars as he swings his tail around. The tail hits Ichigo, who attempts to block the attack.
"Damn!" Travis extends his arms as barrier forms around him.
Barroth grabs onto Travis and attempts to break the barrier.
Clenching his teeth, Travis continues to hold the barrier, his arm burning at the amount of energy he must use to keep it from breaking.
"Hey!" Goku appears at Barroth's face. "Kamehameha!"
Goku shoots the blast straight into Barroth's eye. The dragon growls at the attack before moving out of the way and attempting to eat the super saiyan.
"Oh boy!" Goku teleports out of the way. "Hey I can go furth… ."
Barroth swings his other hand and smacking Goku away.
Meanwhile, Natsu lands on top of Barroth's head. He gathers flames onto his fist before punching Barroth repeatedly.
"Let him go!" Natsu tries to free Travis, but his attacks deal no damage.
"Away annoying bug!" Barroth shakes his head.
Natsu grabs a small horn as he tries to hold on. It suddenly becomes darker. Gazing up, Natsu's eyes widen as Barroth's tail comes crashing upon him.
With the distraction, Travis allows the barrier to break and escapes Barroth's grasp. He floats above as lightning forms around him.
"Lightning Strike!" Bolts of lightning erupt from the sky before raining upon Barroth.
Ichigo walks out of the rubble from earlier, crunching his nose and clenching his teeth. Blood drips from the side of his head slowly.
"Getsuga…" Ichigo disappears from his location.
Seconds later he appears at Barroth's chest, swinging his sword upward. "Tensho!"
A powerful blast erupts from Ichigo's blade as it envelops Barroth's entire neck. Barroth growls as he turns his attention to Ichigo. Ichigo disappears again, appearing on Barroth's shoulder just as the blast wavers off.
Before Barroth can act, something punches him with incredible force as fire erupts around his face. Second later, Natsu appears from the flames as he unleashes another barrage of attacks.
Ichigo joins Natsu, attacking Barroth from the other side.
Goku returns at Barroth' front, unleashing a barrage of KI blasts.
Travis gathers energy before charging downward, slamming into Barroth's head.
Suddenly, Barroth roars as he plunges forward nearly eating Goku.
"Way too close!" Goku flies to the side of Barroth.
"Together!" Travis shouts as the four knights gather. "Now!"
In a display of power, the knights release an seemingly unending waves of attacks, each hitting Barroth with success.
Unfortunately, their attacks do not give them any advantage. Barroth strikes Goku, sending him crashing to the ground hard. A small pulse of energy hits Ichigo stunning him long enough for Barroth to smack him with his claw. Barroth turns his head and unleashes a small blast of energy, hitting Travis quickly sending the king twirling below.
"Crap!" Natsu tries to hold his balance, but he loses his footing on Barroth's shoulder. Attempting to his fire to send himself back, he does not pay attention to the looming darkness surrounding him.
Just as he takes notice, Natsu realizes it is too late. Barroth grabs Natsu as the dragon slayer tries to prevent Barroth from crushing him.
"Even at death's door you try to hold onto life." Barroth applies further strength. "Just give in."
"Damn it." Natsu could feel his strength fading.
Soon enough, he could no longer hold out. The hand applies an immense amount of pressure. Natsu's lungs burn, his muscles pound as he sees the light in the opening beginning to fade.
The hand opens up, gravity starting to pull Natsu down. Suddenly, he feels the same hand press on him as it hastens the journey to the ground. Below him Natsu barely sees the ground come closer. With each passing second, he can see the chunks of rubble become clearer. Eventually, the same ground connects with him. The force knocking most of the air out of his lungs.
The throbbing of his heartbeat is really the only thing Natsu could hear. He tries to move his limbs, but he cannot feel them as if they are not there anymore. With what little strength he could provide, Natsu moves his neck trying to glance at his body. His eyes widen slightly, noticing the bone sticking out of his arm. A weird, but familiar sensation begins to travel up Natsu's throat. He coughs, a pain surging through his body at the same time, as blood splatters from his mouth. His body is behind recover.
Little by little, his heartbeat begins to slow down. Natsu knows nobody would be able to come to his aid. Closing his eyes, Natsu imagines familiar faces. People he has not seen in a long while.
"Natsu."
A voice? He does not recognize it.
"Natsu. You must not give up."
Who is this voice? Or what is it?
"Open your eyes."
Expecting to have a hard time, Natsu opens his eyes easily. He gazes around noticing a blank room. There is nothing around him. Not a single building, person or object for that matter.
"You must stand and fight."
Natsu turns around and comes face to face with a cloaked figure. The cloak is a slightly darker white and figure is that of a woman.
"Who are you?" Natsu tries to see the face of the woman.
"I am a friend." The women's voice releases a calming and angelic effect. "I seek to undo the damage done so many years ago."
The cloak woman approaches Natsu, who tries to step back only to find he cannot move an inch. He grumbles as he struggles to move.
The woman extends her arm, her hand reaching for Natsu' cheek caressing it softly.
"You have a hidden power deep within you." Her fingers slide across Natsu' cheek.
A shiver travels down Natsu's spine. Not one of dread, but of a weird sensation for Natsu. Perhaps a gentle feeling.
"Only a handful can utilize this power." Natsu could almost feel a gentle smile appear on her face, despite being unable to see her face. "What will you do with such power?"
Natsu gazes at the hood of the cloak. The woman raises her head slightly. It is enough for Natsu to see a pair of lips, looking ever so soft. Those same lips changing. It almost gives a sad feeling, as if she herself hesitates at asking that question to Natsu.
Natsu tightens his jaw, his eyes narrowing as his brain frantically thought of an answer. He had a feeling his next set of words could be his last or his salvation.
"To protect my friends. To give those who cannot fight a chance to live." Natsu tries to see through the hood. "To fight for my family!"
"Such simple words." The woman places her hand on Natsu's shoulder. "Yet, the emotion behind them is what matters. Many might say those exact words thinking I would grant them that power. But deep down I know better. However, when you say it, it is different. You are one of the lucky seven after all."
Natsu feels his body move without him telling it to.
"You are worthy." The woman turns Natsu around. "But your body is not ready to take such power. Yet, you need it. I will temporarily unlock this power. It will grant you the strength you need, but your body would only be able to hold it for a few minutes. You must finish your fight quickly."
Natsu nods as the woman steps around him, facing him again. She smiles gently, her hands extending outward.
"Good luck." The woman snaps her fingers, a large shockwave spreading through the empty space shortly after.
Soon, the woman disappears, leaving Natsu alone in the empty space. He falls to his knees, her energy no longer keeping him up. Standing up slowly, Natsu scratches his head wondering if something is suppose to happen. Then, as if the world is answering him, his entire body stiffens as a surge of energy sparks from the deepest part of his soul. Natsu tries to give a scream, but his throat cannot even utter a single sound. As quickly as the room appeared when he first arrived, it disappears.
Aloiron Mountain is a burning mess. Lava spurs from the crater, lightning rains upon the topside, and Barroth stands unchallenged at the peak of the mountain. He gazes at the retreating Imperial forces at the base of the mountain. He smirks, his white teeth contrasting with his black scale. It has been years since he has destroyed or killed anything. Perhaps he should have some fun before reuniting with his comrades. Death is only a natural stage of life. All creatures beneath him will meet their end.
Suddenly, a pillar of light erupts behind him, forcing the dragon to turn around. He narrows his eyes at the base of the light, a single figure standing amongst the high level of energy. It does not take him long to recognize the figure, surprising the Ancient Lord.
"You still stand?" Barroth snarls as the figure takes a step forward, as the rainbow light follows him. "I broke your body. Your bones crushed under my strength. Yet you stand."
The figure's eyes glow a bright yellow, taking another step forward as the ground shakes at the raw power.
"That power." Barroth's eyes widen before returning to normal. "I have not seen such power since…. No. It cannot be. How? It should be extinct!"
"Is it? I don't care." The light dims a little, but enough to reveal Natsu standing in the center of it, his body restored to normal. "I'll end this now."
Before Barroth could realize it, Natsu disappears in a flash of light. Barroth's eyes widen as he gazes to his stomach, Natsu having punch him in the gut. His scales move like flesh, ever so slowly like a ripple in water.
Natsu smirks, as new found power giving him a strength never seen before. He will end this.
A power that has not been seen in ages has now been unleashed.
*LB*
A/N: Thank you for reading. Please review and have a good day. Until next time!
