Welcome back. Time to see what's next for our Heroes.
Goofy: Where we going now fellas?
Michael: (Looks at the map) Let' try this place.
Lincoln: Then let's go!
They travel to the Olympus Coliseum. They enter the Coliseum Gates, where two giant golden statues of gladiators clashing swords stand around the entrance. They walk across the grounds looking around.
SpongeBob: Mother of pearl. Look at this place you guys.
Goofy: Golly.
Donald: It's amazing.
Michael: Let's go in and see what's going on.
They enter the Coliseum. While walking into the dim lobby, the cracks in the stone visible underfoot, a satyr is putting up a sign on the wall near an entrance. A "closed" sign is tied in the dark doorway and a large pedestal is placed against a wall near a lit torch. Sora walks up to the busy-looking satyr.
Sora: Um...
?: (Without looking) Good timing. Give me a hand, will ya? Move that pedestal over there for me.
He points to the pedestal, still facing the sign on the wall.
Lincoln: What for?
?: I gotta spruce this place up for the games.
Sora, Donald and Goofy walk over to the pedestal and attempt to move it, but it doesn't budge.
Sora: It weighs a ton!
Michael: Really? Let us try.
Michael, Lincoln SpongeBob try to push it, but nothing.
Lincoln: You're right.
They noticed SpongeBob still trying to push.
SpongeBob: (Struggling) Come on SquarePants! BE A MAN!
Lincoln: Uh SpongeBob? You can stop now.
They talk to the satyr again
Sora: It's way too heavy!
?: What? Too heavy? Since when have you been such a little—
He turns around, expecting to see someone much taller. He looks down at Sora.
?: Oh. Wrong guy. What're you doing here?
He hops down to their level and gaits toward Donald, who backs away.
SpongeBob: We just wanted to know what was going on here.
?: This here's the world-famous Coliseum—heroes only! And I got my hands full preparing for the games.
Michael: And… you are?
?: Philoctetes kid. Just call me Phil. And now I still gotta prep for the games. So run along, pip-squeaks.
Sora pouts and the satyr puts his hands on his hips.
Lincoln: (Leers) What kind of games?
Philoctetes: Look, it's like this. (He paces around) Heroes are coming from all over to fight ferocious monsters right here in the Coliseum.
Donald: (Crossing his arms) You've got heroes standing right in front of you.
SpongeBob: He's right.
Goofy: (Places his hands on Sora's shoulders as Sora smiles) Yup. He's a real hero chosen by the Keyblade!
Donald: (Pointing to himself) And we're heroes, too.
Michael: Yep. We're Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael.
Lincoln: The coolest heroes you're ever gonna meet.
Philoctetes (shocked): Hero? That runt? (Laughs loudly, slapping his large belly)
Sora: What's so funny? I've fought a bunch of monsters! (Pounds on his chest proudly)
Michael: (Leers) So what are you laughing about goat boy?
Philoctetes: Hey, if you can't even move this... (He attempts to push the pedestal forward, making no progress.) You can't call yourself... (Tries pushing with his back against it, his hooves slipping on the floor while Sora crosses his arms sternly) A hero!
He wears himself out and sits on the ground, trying to catch his breath. The heroes look at each other in awkward silence.
Lincoln: (Scoffs) You ain't a hero either.
Michael: (Laughs) Yeah. I mean look at you. I bet you hardly even lift an anvil.
He and Lincoln snickered.
Philoctetes: Okay, so it takes more than brawn.
Lincoln: You think?
He stands back up
Philoctetes: Well, well, let's see what you can do. This trial is tough. You got what it takes? You ready?
Sora: I'm ready!
Philoctetes: Okay, kid. Let's see what you've got.
They enter the Coliseum, where several piles of barrels are set up around the arena.
Lincoln: So what is it Sora has to do?
Philoctetes: The rules are simple: Bust all the barrels within the time limit. Ready? Go!
Sora takes out all the barrels with seconds to spare
Goofy: Yippee! He did it.
Philoctetes: Not bad! For a beginner, that is. Now let's see you go for a harder course.
Lincoln: Go for it Sora!
Sora blasts through a harder course.
Michael: WOO!
Philoctetes: Hey, you're better than I thought!
They return to the Lobby.
SpongeBob: Alright Sora!
Philoctetes: You know, you ain't bad, kid.
Sora: (Scratches his head, chuckling) Looks like I'm headed for the games. (Puts his hands behind his head, smiling)
Philoctetes: Afraid not.
Donald, Michael and Lincoln: (Shocked) WHAT?!
Sora: (Surprised) Why not?
Philoctetes: Two words: You guys ain't heroes.
Goofy counts on his fingers.
Michael: (Angry) First off, that's four words you idiot! Second, we are so heroes!
Sora: Come on!
Philoctetes: Wanna become a real hero? Start by mastering this spell.
Phil gives them the Thunder spell and they walk outside.
Lincoln: (Angry) The nerve of some people or…whatever that guy is!
Michael: (Angry) What a jerk. Us not heroes. We're are so heroes! I mean look at me! I'm a Super Hero man! I mean do you see the golden cape?
They stop when they hear a voice.
?: Rather a stubborn old goat, wouldn't you say?
Lincoln: Huh?
Donald: Who are you?
?: Whoa, hold on there, fuzz boy. Wait, let me guess. You want to enter the games, right?
Michael: (Unsure) Yeah?
SpongeBob: Oh most certainly sir.
He walks over to them, the blue flame dancing on his head. He stands behind Sora, placing his long-fingered hand on his shoulder.
?: Well, then, hey, get a load of this.
A piece of papyrus appears in the stranger's hand, much to Sora's surprise.
Sora: A pass?
?: It's all yours.
SpongeBob: Yippee! Now we can enter the games!
The fiery figure starts to leave after giving him the Entry Pass.
Hades: Good luck, kid. I'm pulling for you, little shorty.
Michael: Hmm…There's something fishy about that guy.
SpongeBob: What? His head being on fire?
Michael: Okay that, and he seems to have some sort of eerie vibe to him. It's kind of creepy.
Lincoln: I'll say. But at least we have our ticket into the games.
They run back inside and talk to Phil, giving him the Entry Pass.
Philoctetes: Hey, how'd you get this?
Lincoln: Who cares? The point is we got it.
Sora: Can we enter the games now?
Philoctetes: Well... I guess so. We start with the preliminaries! Some real weirdos signed up for the games. Better watch yourself.
Michael: Yeah baby! It's time to get this party started!
Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael fight through the starting matches of the preliminaries.
Donald: So what now.
Lincoln: (Eyes widen in shock) Uh… I think it's take the out! HEARTLESS!
They see Heartless appear in the arena.
Match 1: Shadow Scout
Sora: Come! Let's get them!
They fight off the Heartless and after they were gone, they cheered in victory.
Donald: OH BOY!
Afterward, they talk to Phil in the Coliseum
Philoctetes: You're no heroes yet, but you ain't doing bad. Lucky you came to me for coaching.
Michael: (Annoyed) I'm gonna coach your face if you-!
Lincoln: (Holds his Keyblade out to block Michael) Easy, Michael.
Phil strokes his goatee as a soldier enters the arena. Sora stares at him and he stares back through spiky blond hair, his long red cape flying behind him, boots digging into the ground.
SpongeBob: Wow.
Lincoln: Get a load of that guy.
Philoctetes: Something tells me he'll be a tough one to beat. Who knows, maybe you'll end up facing him.
SpongeBob: He looks like a hero to.
Philoctetes: Now get back in there. The next match is about to start.
The 6 heroes go back into the arena as the next match starts.
Match 2: Sinisters-Win
Goofy: A-hyuck! Not bad. Huh?
Match 3: Heat and Freeze-Win
Sora: That's the power of the Keyblade!
They go back to talk to Phil.
Philoctetes: Say, you're better than I thought, kid! Wish he was here to see this.
Sora: Who?
Philoctetes: Hercules. He's a hero if ever there was one. Too bad he's off visiting his father.
They head back for the next match.
Match 4: Shadow Platoon-Win
SpongeBob: HOORAY!
Match 5: Blue Revenge-Win
Lincoln: Yes! We won!
They fight through more of the preliminaries and celebrate while the figure who gave them the pass watches from the barracks.
?: That little punk is your next opponent, okay? (The blond soldier leans against the wall next to him) Now, don't blow it. Just take him out.
Mysterious Soldier: The great god of the Underworld is afraid of a kid? Sorry, but my contract says—
? (Snappy) I know! You think I don't know? I wrote the contract! I know it says you're only required to kill Hercules in this tournament. But you've gotta fight that kid to get to him. Come on. (Points to Sora, who is talking to Phil and scratching his head) Hey, it's like that old goat says Rule 11: It's all just a game, so let loose and have fun with it! (He punches the air) I mean, a casualty along the way is no big deal, right? (He smiles and Cloud stands up and walks away) Geez. Stiffer than the stiffs back home. Still, suckers like him are hard to come by...
In the darkness behind him, a large creature snarls.
Back out in the arena, Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael make it to match 6.
Match 6: Big One-Win
Michael: WOOOHOOOOOOOO! (Sees they made it to the final match) Home stretch guys.
Lincoln: (Eyes widen) Final Match? Oh boy.
Sora: So who are we going against? (Saw who it was) Uh oh.
They saw they had to fight the Blond Soldier and he had a giant sword.
Goofy: (Nervous) Oh boy.
SpongeBob: Look at the size of that sword.
Donald: Size isn't everything SpongeBob.
Sora: Don't worry. We can do this.
Michael: Okay. (Draws his Keyblade and Infinity Sword) Let's do this!
Final Match: Cloud
SpongeBob: So his names Cloud.
Sora attacks with his Keyblade, while Goofy moves in with his shield. But Cloud swings his giant sword and knocks them both back.
Cloud: That's the best you can do?
SpongeBob: (Gulp) Oh dear Neptune.
Lincoln slides forward and strikes, but he dodges backward and jumps into the air, then Cloud knocks Lincoln to the ground knocking him out.
Lincoln: (Grunts) Oof! Man this guy is good.
Michael: (Twirls his blades a bit) I got him! (Spins like a Tornado and dashed towards him)
Michael was able to trap Cloud within his tornado and land a few stricks, but Cloud slams his sword into the ground with unnatural strength causing Michael to stop spinning and his tornado to dissipate. Then Cloud strikes him knocking Michael out.
Donald: (Angry) Let's get him SpongeBob.
SpongeBob: (Confident) I'm right behind you Donald!
Cloud slams his sword into the ground again knocking out Donald. Giving a loud yell, Cloud surges forward and strikes, knocking Goofy out before he can heal Donald.
Sora: Goofy! (Out of potions) Uh no! Looks like we're on our own SpongeBob. (Saw Cloud already knocked SpongeBob out) SPONGEBOB!
Sora does his best against Cloud, but being a recruit of SOLDIER, his experience is unmatched, and he knocks the wind out of Sora. He walks over to a kneeling Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael unconscious around them, and he peers down at the boy.
Phil runs in with a white towel, but the guy who had a contract with Cloud stops him. Cloud raises his sword and Sora closes his eyes, bracing himself. Cloud lowers his sword to Sora's surprise, and he hears footsteps behind him, turning just as a giant black claw crashes down on him. Sora looks up to see an enormous three-headed beast with red eyes growling over him. Darkness emanates from its jaws, each of its razor sharp teeth bared. Sora gasps as the guy retreats into the barracks.
?: Oh, right, there was one other rule I forgot: Accidents happen.
Donald and the others awoke after recovering from Cloud's blows, and were surprisingly horrified seeing the beast.
SpongeBob: (Screams) A GIANT MONSTER!
The beast moves in to attack Sora, but is pushed back by an incredibly strong man.
SpongeBob: Whoa. Look at that guy.
Philoctetes: Herc!
Hercules: (Holds back the monster, shouting to Phil.
Hercules: Phil, get them out of here!
The seven of them race out of the Coliseum.
Philoctetes: Whew, that was close!
SpongeBob: What was that thing Phil?
Philoctetes: That was Cerberus, the guardian of the Underworld. Herc should be able to handle him. But then again, maybe not... This doesn't look good. I hope Herc's okay. Wish I could go in!
Lincoln: So that's Hercules?
Michael: Sure is, pal!
Sora starts to run back into the Coliseum.
Goofy: Sora?
Philoctetes: Kid, you're not entering the arena, are ya? This ain't just some match. This is for real!
Sora: I'm not afraid. You can decide if I'm hero material or not.
Lincoln: I'm with you, Sora.
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Michael: Ditto.
SpongeBob: Come on! IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIII'M READY!
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Philoctetes: Careful, kid!
Sora and company reenters the Coliseum arena, where Hercules has Cloud slung over his shoulder, Cerberus's giant jaws bearing down on him, inches away. The beast's ears perk up, hearing their entrance and they turn around seeing the boys coming back in.
Lincoln: Herc! Get Cloud to safety!
Seeing there was now an opening, it's allowing Hercules to run Cloud to the Lobby, past Phil.
Philoctetes: Kid, I got two words of advice for you: Attack!
Michael: THAT'S ONE WORD! I GOT TWO WORDS FOR YOU! HERO UP!
Cerberus roars and stomps around the arena, sending large fireballs at Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael. Sora manages to stay out of the beast's path, Donald sending Thunder spells at its three heads. One of the fireballs heads Sora's way, and Michael deflects it with his Keyblade, hitting the center head square in the eyes. The beast stops, roaring, and attempts to bite him as he attacks. Backing up, Cerberus rears up on its hind legs, and drops to the ground, sending a shockwave to the trio. Lincoln heals with a Potion as the beast's mouth foams with dark energy. It moves forward sending dark matter spewing out of its mouth and into the ground. Sora rolls to dodge as the energy pools and shoots up from under him. Michael spins like a Tornado making Cerberus dizzy from watching, and he got the advantage of slashing the beast's with both his blades. Goofy, finding a way on top of the beast, sends his shield flying at the multiple heads. Sora moves in as it tries to bite at SpongeBob and knocks out the beast, which falls to the ground loudly.
Later, Hercules and Phil are addressing Sora, Donald, Goofy, SpongeBob, Lincoln and Michael in the Lobby. Phil reads from a piece of papyrus as Hercules stands with his arms crossed.
Philoctetes: Thus, I do hereby dub thee junior heroes, and confer upon thee full rights and privileges to participate in the games. Further—
Donald: Hey! What do you mean "junior heroes"?
Philoctetes: You rookies still don't understand what it takes to be a true hero.
Michael: Dude, seriously?!
Goofy: So, what does it take?
Hercules: Well, that's just something you'll have to find out for yourselves. Just the way that I did. (Smiles)
Sora: No problem. We'll start by proving ourselves in the games. (Smiles, lifting a fist proudly)
SpongeBob: (Nods) Uh huh.
Philoctetes: There ain't gonna be any games for a while. (Motions to the "closed" sign over the arena entrance) Gotta clean up the mess from that last battle first.
Sora: Okay, we'll be back.
He waves, and the six of them leave as Hercules waves goodbye and Phil strokes his beard
Philoctetes: I still can't believe that squirt actually beat Cerberus.
Hercules: (To Phil) Just between us, I'd already worn Cerberus down by the time the little guy jumped in.
The door closes just after he said that.
Philoctetes: My lips are sealed.
Michael: (Irritated) Junior Heroes. Come on, I'm way more than that. I'm a Super Hero.
Lincoln: Don't let it bother you so much, Michael.
At the Coliseum Gates, Sora sees Cloud sitting near the exit and walks up to him.
SpongeBob: Let's check on this guy.
Sora: Hey, are you all right?
Cloud: (Looks up to see him) Yeah.
Sora: So why did you go along with him, anyway?
Cloud: (Leans his head pensively on his hands) I'm looking for someone. Hades promised to help. I tried to exploit the power of darkness, but it backfired.
Lincoln: Hades?! The god of the Underworld?!
Cloud: The one and only.
SpongeBob: Was that who that fiery head guy was?
Cloud: (Nods stands up and looks to the sky) I fell into darkness, and I couldn't find the light.
Michael: Hey don't beat yourself up over. It happens to all of us at times. But at a certain point, there's always a way back to light.
Sora: He's right. You'll find it. I'm searching, too.
Cloud: (Looks back at Sora) For your light?
Sora nods.
SpongeBob: We're all looking for our light. I'm sure you'll find yours to Cloud.
Cloud: (Moves closer to Sora, placing something in his hand) Don't lose sight of it.
He starts to walk away, and Sora nods and looks in his hand.
Sora: How about a rematch sometime? Fair and square, no dark powers involved. (Moves toward Cloud, waving his hand in the air)
Cloud: (Turns his head, running a hand through his hair) I think I'll pass.
Despite this answer, Sora smiles as Cloud leaves. With Sonic Blade in hand, Sora exits the Coliseum
Lincoln: That guys okay in my books.
Everyone: Agreed.
SpongeBob: (Realized) Wait! We didn't find the Keyhole here!
Goofy: Don't worry SpongeBob. I'm sure when the next games start, we'll find it.
SpongeBob: I hope you're right Goofy.
The doors slamming behind them.
Later that night, Hades stands in the Coliseum Gates, fuming. He holds a Hercules statue in his hand
Hades: He's strong, he's kind. (The statue flexes his muscles) He's always there for you, and he's handsome to boot. (The statue crosses his arms and winks) He's perfect. Perfect. Perfectly infuriating! He makes me crazy. (Turns red, roasting the statue. The hair on his head blazing hot, he explodes in a burst of flames. As the smoke settles around him, he catches his breath and returns to his cool blue shade) Wait a minute. What are you worried about? All the pieces are in place. Relax. Here's what you do. Let Hercules train the kid. In the next games, I'll take care of them both. (He makes a fist as the horned witch appears behind him, her staff held firmly in her hands) Who invited you to the party? Stay out of this. This is my show.
?: As you wish. Fight to your heart's content.
Hades smirks, nodding, before noting the witch's tone, and scowling as she disappears.
Well there you go. They met Hercules, Phil and Cloud, and now there ready to compete in the Game of Heroes. Even though they're claimed as Junior Heroes...Much to Michael's annoyance. Now they stiff have to find the Keyhole in the Colosseum and take down Hades. But's thats for later on. What will our heroes get into next time? What's the next gonna be, and when will the next game be? Make sure to tune in next time to find out.
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