A Hedgehog Of Chaldea

London (Part 5)


*Let's Continue Where We Left Off*

"You called me, did you not? What was it that called me, the lightning itself? What was it that called me, the genius? A cry? A wish? Good? Evil? I see... It was all of them that brought me here. I, the lightning, the genius, Nikola Tesla! Fascinating. All the scholars together called me? I, the one who brought a new myth to humanity! I, the one who surpasses Indra, and even Zeus! Hahahahahahahaha! I am a genius, but also a super-human who loved the bizarre! Very well then! I shall grant your wish! I, the genius and the lightning shall head to the surface! Haha... Hahahahahahahahaha!"

"Man, that guy's laugh is more annoying than Egghead back home..." Sonic said

"Umm... let me explain what is currently happening... While the explosive magical energy from the summoning was blowing you away or almost burying you under rubble. Heroic Spirit Nikola Tesla started heading for the surface. This was just a few minutes ago." Romani explaining

"Nikola Tesla... Never heard of him... Tell me more about him..." Sonic said

"He's known for being a scientist and inventor. If you use the modern era as an electricity-based machine civilization. Then you could say Nikola Tesa created its foundation." Mash replied

"What he said just now, a Pioneer of the Stars," Romani added up

"He was supposed to be alive in this era, but he was summoned as a Servant just now..."

"Seems like there are similar cases in the past. Where one of them is a human, the other's a Heroic Spirit. But human Tesla didn't have anything to do with that. We just have to stop his materialization as a Heroic Spirit. The powerful lightning that he automatically brings to his surroundings will instantly activate the Demonic Fog. If he gets to a place where the fog is especially dense, what's happening in London will spread explosively. Then it won't just be in London. It'll cover all of Britain. If that happens, we'll be unable to restore Humanity in this Singularity. The Foundation of Humanity will be completely destroyed, and human history will end in this era." Romani said

"Don't worry, my good pal Roman. Will take done electric man down as fast as we can. Besides, I myself can use lighting powers myself as well! You have seen it before." Sonic replied

"Oh yea, I forgot about that, Sonic... But know this... Makiri's incantation has a small effect similar to Madness Enhancement. He isn't a full Berserker. When I spoke to him via the comms, he did respond. But there was a sense that his actions were controlled. If we don't stop him he'll automatically go for the Fog."

"So what are we waiting for? Let's stop Electric man!" Sonic said

"Right behind, Senpai! Let's save this Singularity!" Mash replied

"I can't wait to tear this guy apart!" Mordred said

"Alright then you two, let's go!" Sonic shouted

Sonic grabs Mordred and Mash's arms and soon speeds out of the area to catch up to Nikola Tesla very fast.


*A Few Seconds Later*

The three caught up to Nikola, standing in front of him blocking his way out of the Underground.

"Didn't expect us to get here so early? Didn't you?" Sonic said

"What the?! Who the hell are you?! What kind of freak are you? A talking short rodent who's able to run at incredible speed?" Nikola Tesla shock

"Never underestimate a talking Blue Hedgehog that goes by the name Sonic!" Sonic replied

"I sense some sort of electrically inside of you, Rodent. Tell me, do you also wield such electrically as well?" Tesla asks

"Why would I answer to someone like you with that question?" Sonic replied

"Give it up you, it's three of us against you!" Mordred shouted

"I believe the answer is no... unfortunately, that isn't what I had in mind. I have power in this manifestation and make's me want to try something I've been thinking about."

Moments later, Nikola Tesla creates a fog that is tinged with lighting around it.

"This is...not good... The Demonic Fog has enough electricity in it to easily kill a human." Romani shock

"This is what it means to activate the fog. It absorbs even a Servant's magical energy without limit! Of course, I'm an exception! The Activated Fog absorbs your magical energy upon approach! If you want to defeat me, first you must completely remove this Activated Fog..." Tesla said

"I would fight in this current situation alone. But I don't want to take out all the fun for both of you. Mordred is it possible you can use your Noble Phantasm to blow away some of the fog here." Sonic asks

"If it absorbs magical energy, it'll work out somehow. Alright, time to give it a shot! Step aside, Blue! *Begins To Activate Her Noble Phantasm* Clarent Blood Arthur!" Mordred shouted

Moments later, Mordred releases her Noble Phantasm that removes a good amount of fog out the way, giving them a better view of their surroundings.

"Yea! That's what I'm talking about! Good job, Mordred!" Sonic said

"That power, that sword... It is without a doubt Clarent! Then that girl is Mordred, an old Heroic Spirit of the Earth. Perfect! While I'm at it, I'll destroy every Heroic Spirit of Heaven and of Earth! Come then! Remnants of fantasy, ancient myths fading so fleetingly!" Tesla said

"Alright you two, let's finish him!" Mordred said

"Got it!"

"Right behind you!"

"Hey, electric Man. Can you withstand a fast Hedgehog like me?"

Sonic dashes toward Nikola Tesla, jump at him and performs an overhead ax kick down at him. Tesla block's the attack as he grabs Sonic by the leg and throws him towards the wall. Sonic flips as he lands on the wall with his jumps off them and heads straight toward's Tesla once again while performing a Homing Attack. Tesla turn's and quickly dodges Sonic's incoming homing attack as he goes over him and the land's on the ground. Mash rushes toward's Tesla and swings her shield multiple times at him but Nikola blocks each attack with his gauntlet charges up and fires a bolt of electricity at Mash. Mash dodges the lighting attack with her shield but is pushed back by the force of the lightning attack. Mash wasn't giving up yet as lunged at Tesla once again and slams her shield at Tesla, knocking him away from her, jumps at him, and slams down her shield on him. Nikola rolls away from Mash as she slams the ground, causing a small crack on the ground. Mordred lunges at Nekola and swings her sword at him multiple times but Nikola dodges each sword swing, at once evening punching back Mordred's sword away from him. Nikola charges up his gauntlet once again as he grabs Mordred's sword and begins to electrocute her through the sword. Mordred felt the electricity going through but wasn't going down easy as she raises her feet and kicked's Tesla away and charged at him once more. But before Mordred can attack Tesla, the demonic fog begins to cover her and the two others' surroundings, making it impossible for them to see around them.

"Seem's like the fog has returned once again!" Sonic said

"Dammit! My magical energy can't reach him! I can't hit him!" Mordred said

"Hmph. You were doing well, but you're out of time! Enough fun for now, then! This genius heads once more for London's skies. ...Oh, yes. While my temperament is a little different than usual... I am supposed to be a Heroic Spirit that loves humanity. Thus, I will tell you this, human. After reaching the surface, I'll head to the densest part of the Demonic Fog, the skies above Buckingham Palace. A single strike of my lightning there will truly activate the Demonic Fog, and swallow everything– Everything. It'll destroy the cancer of civilization, strip the land of its ostentation, and burn away this island with inviolate lightning! With this Singularity as the origin, the rest of humanity is destined to be incinerated! However! If you are still not giving up, follow me. Try and stop me, heroes! You are about to face me, the new God of Thunder, who created an era and a civilization with new mythology. So strike me down, with the manifestation of an even newer myth! There is no other way! Haha—hahahaha! Hahahahhahaha!"

"Wait!"

"Now's not the time for wait, Mordred! We need to head out and stop this guy, and fast!" Sonic said

"Do you remember the way out, Senpai?" Mash asks

"Trust me, I know things from the back of my Spikey head! But enough talking, let's go!" Sonic replied


*Outside*

"...London, huh? It's been so long. I had aspired to be a British gentleman, and now I'm forced to play the role of world-destroyer. I never would've thought it would happen. However... Haha! I, the myth, the pioneer of a new age, am destroying electric civilization and human history itself! It's ironic and hilarious! Haha! Hahahahaha! Come! I proceed to the heavens! Grant me footing leading me to the fated spot in the sky where the Fog is densest! *Creates An Electric Starway Up To The Buckingham Palace* The Perkūnas's Ladder answer my call! I shall allow them to take me there! Hahahahahaha! Hahaha! Is there no one left who can stop me?" Nikola Tesla shouted

"Stop laughing and get your ass down here, then."

"Hmm. The lightning is crying."

Moments later, a man appears from the Demonic Fog, He possesses straight golden hair, reaching down to his neck, evenly cut, and hiding his forehead. His eyes are hidden beneath sunglasses, which have a violet tint. His main attire consists of a white, button shirt, with an oversized collar pointing upwards, worn with rolled-up sleeves and the top buttons unbuttoned, exposing his chest. For the lower body, he uses black trousers and white shoes. He decorates his attire with golden accessories: a pair of belts with a large belt-buckle spelling the word GOLD rings on every finger except the thumbs, a golden watch on his left wrist, a spiky hand and on the right, bracelets on both, and three golden necklaces, each longer than the last. There's also a silver chain tied to his belt loops.

"Golden" shines from a strike of lightning... Somebody's calling me. They tell me to destroy evil and kill the demon. Shut up... Stop whispering in my ear! I always swing my own axe, and that's that! I will beat down any and all evil! The shining broad-axe, Golden! I don't want to give you my name, but I will. Sakata Kintoki, Heroic Spirit. You in that ugly jacket. Those stairs are a traffic violation. Run along with home and cry like a little girl! This is a "doomed world" situation, isn't it? My sense of smell is always accurate. If we don't stop you, the world's in trouble, right? Seems you want to head to the sky. If that happens, the world's all messed up from fog and lightning on top of the fire." Sakata Kintoki said

"Wonderful. Your understanding is as sharp as lightning. The world ends if you don't stop me! A truly fascinating case. The lightning acted as a catalyst for the Demonic Fog to summon a new Heroic Spirit. Sakata Kintoki, you said? Seems you're another hero opposing the creation of a new legend. If you were a Heroic Spirit of Heaven or Earth from old myths, I'd have burned you up with a laugh, but you're... "A Heroic Spirit of the Humans," huh? You're one trying to hinder my path. You're someone willing to fight next to humans. Isn't that right, Sakata Kintoki? No, I suppose I should call you Mr. Golden. No, I must. Yes, you could be none other than Golden! Dazzling..."

"I'm glad you're so reasonable for once!" Sakata replied

"A genius always understands what someone means. Even if that means Madness Enhancement is on him! Let me show you a piece of Nikola Tesla's genius!" Nikola shouted

"I'll show you the ace up my sleeve!"

Seconds later, a strange individual appears from the Demonic Fog and stop's both Tesla and Sakata.

"Could you stop for a moment? I'm guessing this is London, right? Have you seen the double-decker buses Where's the British Museum, Clock Tower, St. Paul's Cathedral? What's with this ominous fog? Why isn't there anyone here, even though it's midday? Where are the fish and chips I was looking forward to? And that afternoon tea I was secretly yearning for? What about the scones? Clotted cream? Fortnum & Mason's flagship store? Mikon? Is this location facing swift annihilation or something? I kinda tagged along to vacation in London so I could rehearse my honeymoon with my Master, and this is what I get? Now Kintoki, did you trick me? Are you making a fool out of a god?" The Female said

"..."

"A Heroic Spirit of Earth. No, of Heaven? But... What a stunningly beautiful lady!" Tesla said

"Excuse me?"

"Even if already an inglorious resident of old legends, I, Nikola Tesla, will treat a lovely lady with utmost courtesy. A beautiful lady that represents the Orient." Nikola kindly said

"No, I am devoted to my Master, so I cannot. But your heart seems not so splendid. Is Madness Enhancement upon you?" Tamamo said

"It's slightly different, but you're correct, My Lady. My own words don't hold any meaning... I'm here to accomplish one-act, contrary to my words! My thoughts and my actions are disconnected!" Nikola replied

"That describes most men. What do you plan to do?"

"Lady, I do not mind if the two of you take me on!"

"Then I'll do just that Now, Kintoki. Let's get this over quickly so I can continue the trip! Oh, don't worry. I'll continue the trip by myself, so I won't be tying you down, Kintoki..."

"Wait, you just took a free ride on my summons..." Kintoki said

"How about we talk about this later? That hottie over there is already ready to fight, no?"

"Uhhh..."

"Kintoki? You stopped talking all of a sudden and averted your gaze. What's wrong?"

"Your face... It's way too close to mine... stick to support. I'll do the punching. It'll be a great fight. We're both men of lightning. Let's make some sparks fly, Nikola Tesla!"


*With Sonic*

The three were just about to make their way out of the Underground without dealing with any of the enemies since Sonic has already defeated them when they entered the 1st time underground. But as the three were just about to exit, Sonic came to a sudden stop and began thinking about something while rubbing his chin.

"Senpai? What's wrong?" Mash asks

"We don't have time for thinking, we're in a hurry you know!" Mordred said

"I also wield eletirdcc powers, but instead of using them with some sort of invention the machine. It's the Lighting Wisp that help's me out. And, it's more powerful than what Nikola possesses!" Sonic said to himself

"W-What are you talking about?" Mordred confuse

"What's the meaning of this Sonic?" Romani asks

"I forgot about that while we were first fighting that guy. Remember that Wisp that I saved just a couple of days ago?" Sonic asks

"The Ivory Wisp, right? What about it?" Mash replied

"For being a small alien creature from a different world. It's got enough energy to power down machines easily. I still remember how I was able to shut down the army of Helter Skelter from before and Mordred was able to take them down no problem." Sonic explaining

"Yea, for a small alien-like that. It does pack a punch" Mordred commented

"Are you trying to say that the Wisp can possibly disrupt Tesla's powers, making it easier to fight him?" Mash said

"Keep explaining, Sonic..." Mordred said


*Back Outside*

"You're doing great in the Activated Fog! A normal Servant would have had their Spirit Core eaten away! Your Spirit Core... There are already some cracks forming! At this, rate, you won't last much longer!" Tesla said

"You should calm down that fog a bit more!" Sakata said

"Can you stop ordering me around!? Only my Master can speak that way to me! Besides, I've been providing support this entire time."

"Your face is so close! ...Come on! You're our last chance! God of Arms, I seek aid facing enemies!"

"Is this worship?"

"That smile is like a sparkle from the sun, burning my heart! Foxy Lady! You may be able to stand alongside my legend!" Tesla said

"? W-Wait, no. My Master has to be the one."

"A-Anyway, keep up your support! Now... time to slam you with my super attack!"


*A Couple Minutes Later, With Sonic And The Others*

Moments later, Sonic, Mash, and Mordred finally arrive at the surface just in time.

"We finally made it!" Sonic said

"Not the time for celebrations, Sonic. Somebody's here. A man and a woman. They're not dead, so are they Servants?" Mordred said

"Looks like they're Servants that appeared from the fog. They don't look like enemies."

"Seems we have Heroes coming our way! *Notices Sonic* What the?! A creature standing on two legs and is able to talk? Are my glasses dirty or something? This can't be real..." Sakata was shocked after seeing Sonic

"Okay, now I'm starting to get sick of people calling me Rodent every single time I meet someone new... Name's Sonic The Hedgehog. And we're here to stop electric man here. But from the way you are speaking, seems like you've been taking good care of him for us." Sonic replied

"Awww, that Blue creature also sounds very cute! I can just squeeze your little cheeks!' Tamano said

"*Rubbing His Back * Uh... Thanks?"

"Sonic, huh? Hmmm... Never heard of a name like that before but That's a cool name you got there, kid. And yea, we been fighting before you arrived here. And damn, it was tiring... You seem full of energy, why don't you take care of him now? I'm just gonna go rest... Whew..." Sakata tired

"Well, that was an introduction..." Sonic commented

"Utter exhaustion and near-death are to be expected. But you did wonderfully. You truly are one of Raikou's Four Kings, whose might shakes the heavens."

"Whew... I can' even say thank you since I'm all beat up..." Sakata replied

"...But you just looked away, didn't you?"

"Those boobs! I can see your boobs, Fox! I don't know where am I supposed to look, get it!?"

"?"

"Moving on from this ordeal. Now it's our turn to take on Electric Man. No time for rest you, let's hurry!" Sonic said

"Why don't you use your speed to drag us both on those stairs? Will get there much faster before that idiot knows were even there." Mordred said

"Sounds good to me!"

"I'm counting on you guys! Don't screw this up!"

"Huh? Is that all we get to do? This feels like when you trip the metal detector at a security checkpoint!" Tamamo said

Sonic grabs hold of Mash and Mordred's arms and get's in his stance. Fou jump's on top of Sonic's head, ready to go as well.

"Ready when you, Senpai," Mash said

"Alright, then. HERE WE... GO!"

Sonic then speeds away while holding Mash and Mordred. Sakata's eyes and mouths wide open seeing Sonic run at light speed and already reach the top of the tower in under a second while Tamamno watched in amusement.

"Wow! That was very fast! Incredible! I have never seen someone run as fast as that Sonic dude before in my life!" Sakata shocked

"That was some truly incredible stuff from a Non-Servant like him!" Tamano said


*On Top Of The Tower*

"Did you miss me?" Sonic said

"The Blue Rodent again and his partners! You just don't know when to give up, huh? I respect your confidence to go on and continue the fight. However sadly, this is where your life ends. Even without Activated Fog, my lightning is far too strong. Lightning is a divine power striking from the heavens. Behold. The light I bring to the earth is great power itself! Energy guiding a new electric, consumer civilization! My lightning is the final farewell to the old era and its myths-"

"He's going on! Sonic, Mash, now's your chance!" Mordred shouted

"Got it!" Sonic said

"Right behind you, Master!"

Sonic and Mash dash toward's Nikola as Mordred begins to ready up to unleash her Noble Phantasm. Nikola notices the two heading toward him while he was giving his speech. He charges up his lighting gauntlet and aims at both Sonic and Mash, attacking them with lighting attacks that came down from the sky. Mash quickly aims her shield up and blocks the incoming lighting attacks while Sonic outruns each lighting strike with his speed. Nikola aims at Sonic as he fires down more lightning strikes at Sonic but Sonic dodges each lighting strike coming down at him, curls into a ball, and homing attacks Nikola's face, hitting him and knocking him further away from Sonic. Mash soon lunges at Nikola and swings her shield at him multiple times across his body before running at him and kicking at his face and throwing him to the ground. Nikola wipes the blood off his mouth as he charges up his gauntlet again and places his palms down onto the ground as lighting appears from below. Both Mash and Sonic quickly jump out of the way, dodging each lighting strike that came from below. Mordred continues to charge up her Noble Phantasm as she prepares to unleash it. Sonic jumps right at Nikola and performs a backward roundhouse at his face, throwing him further away from him and dropping him onto the ground. Once on the ground, the Ivory Wisp appears and enters Sonic, transforming into the Lighting form, and quickly charges at Nikola. Nikola Notices Sonic heading towards him and grab's him with his gauntlet, stopping him from attacking. However, what Nikola didn't know was Sonic's plan as he unleashes a powerful surge that not only shocks the gauntlet but Nikola himself as well. Mash watches as Nikola's gauntlet begins to smoke from the insane amount of electricity it was taking in from Sonic's form. Seconds later, the gauntlet explodes on Nikola's arms as it catches on fire. Sonic then transforms back into his original blue form as he jumps away as Mordred cries out her Noble Phantasm and fires a powerful beam at Nikola Tesla. The beam engulfs Nikola, dealing massive damage to him and sending him flying. Nikola then falls to the ground where he lay motionless on the ground while being shocked once in a while by his gauntlet.

"It's over for you... Electric Man!" Sonic said

"Hahaha, Hahahahahaha! To lose against a Blue Rodent is something I won't ever forget! I am a Pioneer of the Stars! I would never truly wish for humanity's end. The Heroic Spirits of Heaven and Earth are still a nuisance... But the continuation of the world means the continuation of my lightning civilization! Thank you, you who desire new myths! Heroes of hope! And so now it is time for me to return to the Throne— Farewell, all of you..." Nikola said before vanishing away

"I've confirmed Nikola Tesla's annihilation. Good work. That should take care of things." Romani said

"Now what do we do?" Sonic asks

"What we're standing on was formed by his magical energy, so it should become unstable shortly. It's a very powerful effect, so it shouldn't disappear immediately..." Mash said

"We need to get safely back to the ground. This should take care of London's problems... ...Oh. Right. Crap. We forgot to get the Holy Grail from Angrboda." Romani said

"..."

"..."

"...Dang... Now that you mentioned it... I completely forgot about the fourth Chaos Emerald I'm looking for... I haven't seen it at all..." Sonic said

"Maybe the Chaos Emerald is somewhere in the underground, hiding somewhere. Did you check all the pathways for it?" Mash asks

"We were in a rush so I wasn't..." Sonic replied

"Well let's go back down and retrieve the Holy Grail and that Chaos Emerald you mentioned. After all, the underground is cleared from enemies thanks to you. Wait, Looks like something's showed up" Mordred said

"A high-density magical energy response? It's so big I can see it in the Demonic Fog... What the... It's different from Nikola Tesla's response, but the fog is gathering above Buckingham palace! Something real bad is coming!" Romani shouted

"Don't worry, with all three of us! Nothing will ever get in our way!" Sonic said


*Later*

A couple of minutes later, The three notice an unfamiliar person sitting on top of a horse while holding a lance. They had pale skin and hair colour included in dark indigo and black armour with draconic features. Sonic analyzed the person for a little quickly notices who it was.

"Well, well, well, if it isn't the False King Arthur I've fought before. I'll be honest, you changed a lot from the last time we both fought against each other. And I'm guessing you've come for some revenge, huh?" Sonic said

"..."

"Not talking, huh? What's wrong, are you shocked that I'm still alive and well?" Sonic asks

"She's absorbing the remaining Demonic Fog as she manifests! This is bad! There's so much magical energy!" Romani said

"It looks like she has a spear, not a sword... A swirling black lance...what twisted magical energy... I can feel her animosity. It's a blind rage and hatred, as a Berserker!" Mash replied

"Is she under the effect of Makiri Zolgen's incantation?" Romani said

"It doesn't matter what's affecting her! That's King Arthur, ready to slay her foes. Why... Why are you appearing now? If you're saving Londinium, you should have come sooner... Maybe you're here to kill me. Do you hate me that much? Is that why you've got the spear that killed me..." Mordred said

"I would never want to kill someone like you. I never used a spear against you... I never even saw you in person before until now." Sonic replied

"Wha... *Looks At Sonic* Sonic, what are you talking about?" Mordred asks

"*Look's Back At Mordred* Mordred... there's something I need to tell you that I've been keeping secret from you..."

"Sonic, what are you doing? Now it's not the time!" Romani shouted

"No... Keep going... Whatever you wanna say... spit it out... What is it that you've been keeping a secret from me?" Mordred said

"...Well... Back in my world... I fought swordsmen from the Roundtable before, from Gawain, Lancelot, and Percival... they were quite tough opponents I'll be honest. But thanks to my Sword, I managed to defeat all of them..." Sonic replied

"Wait... N-No... No... D-Don't tell me..."

"Senpai..."

"And the leader of the Roundtable... King Arthur, right?"

"Sonic..."

"Can you guess who it is?" Sonic said

Mordred thought for a little before coming to the conclusion as her eyes widen up and her mouth wide open.

"Y-You... W-We're... K-King... Arthur?! You are my Father?!" Mordred in total shock

"Yes and technically No... What that means is that yes, I was Arthur before but no, you aren't technically my child because that will be weird to think about..." Sonic said

"I-I can't believe it... A Blue Hedgehog... Can't seriously be my Father... From another world. Let me guess... You killed me for something I did in your version of King Arthur, huh?" Mordred shock

"That is untrue! Even if I ever met you while I was King Arthur Mordred, I wouldn't just kill you like that because I didn't like you. What happened was between you and the Arthur of your version. Mordred, I know how that incident affects you and your Father's relationship, I understand it. But not every story of King Arthur is the same, especially mine. In my version, I never met Merlin or you. I only met three of the Knights of the Roundtable and Merlin's grandaughter... See, just with that, our story is completely different from one another." Sonic replied

"..."

"*Hold Mordred's Hand* Mordred, let me tell you something... If I ever saw you in my version of King Arthur, I would've brought you in with open arms. I have no doubt about that. I'm not that desperate to hold onto my own power and I would've given you the throne if you wanted to. I'll be okay with it, so please Mordred. Please understand, I still care about you and I don't want to see you in a sad state like right now..." Sonic said

"...Y-You would've accepted me, n-no matter what?" Mordred said

"Yes."

"*Rubs Her Eyes And Hug Sonic* Thank you! Thank you so much for accepting me in your own story... In fact, accepting me as a whole! Father!" Mordred said

"*Awkward Laugh* Y-Yea... Glad to see happy once more!" Sonic replied

"At least some King's are actually respectable..." Mash said

"Yea... Wait a minute! You all have to fight the original Saber first! What are you doing!" Romani shouted

"O-Oh yeah, I almost forgot about that. So, Mordred care to join me in taking down this King Arthur for me?" Sonic asks

"...Sure, I will love to Father," Mordred replied

Mordred let's go of Sonic as the two stared down at Dark Saber who was staring at them with her lace ready.

You ready Mash?" Sonic said

"Whenever you are, Master." Mash replied

"You ready, Mordred?" Sonic asks

"I'm feeling all fired up! Let's do this!"

"Alright then, let's do this you two!" Sonic shouted


*Back At The Apartment, Several Minutes Later*

"I just got word from Dr. Roman. The operation was a success! They defeated Heroic Spirit Nikola Tesla, as well as another Servant that appeared from the Fog. And just now, they succeeded in removing the Holy Grail from Angrboda. As well in succeeding in collecting something called a Chaos Emerald..." Jekyll said

"...Uh..."

"Huh? Is it just you? Where are Andersen and Shakespeare... Oh, I see. That's right. The Grail's been recovered. Singularity is fixed. Then, yup. The era is being restored. Everything that happened here will disappear. All the Servants will disappear, and our memories will probably change as well."

"...Uh, uh, uh..."

"Yes... Yes. I see. Just this once, I think I understand what you're saying. ...Yes, you're right. It is a little sad."


*Back With Sonic And The Others*

"Thanks to you, Mash! I managed to find the fourth Chaos Emerald! *Takes Out The Red Chaos Emerald And Shows It To Everyone*" Sonic said

"So that's the Chaos Emerald you mentioned before? It's so nice I'll be honest." Mordred said

"Stunning to see such a beautiful gem. Why is it important for you?" Shakespeare asks

"Probably has to do with Sonic's Chaos Energy he explained before," Andersen replied

"Correct, Andersen.

"Thank you for helping me save Londinium. Thank you so much, Mash. Especially you... Father..." Mordred looking at Sonic

"*Rubbing His Back Embarrassed* Ugh... You have been calling me that more than my actual name ever I told you I was King Arthur back in my world..." Sonic replied

"Thank you, Sonic. Once again, your heroics manage to save the day once again for London. As my promise to you, I'll like to give you this. *Show's Sonic The Completed Novel He Worked For Him*" Andersen said

"*Stares At

"So this is where Sonic and his teammates were at, huh? Pretty understandable after seeing you run super fast." Sakata appearing

"Hahh, Hahh... Oh, jeez. Hold up, Kintoki." Tamamo appearing behind

"Hmph. I think I may have seen those fox ears somewhere before... Mordred, You'll want to defeat that fox-eared girl first. I don't know why, but I can see she's a hassle to deal with!" Andersen said

"What do you mean, I'm killing all of minus Mash and Father!" Mordred replied

"Father? Your father is King Arthur, nitwit. And I don't see an Arthur here." Andersen said

"What do you mean? He's right in front of you." Mordred replied

Andersen look's back at Sonic who was awkwardly laughing while rubbing his head.

"I don't believe such foolishness one bit! You completely lost it if you think Sonic here is your own father here!" Andersen said

"Whatever, idiot. Mash and I only know the truth here and the truth is that my Father right next to me." Mordred said

"For once, I appreciate Servants losing their memories of us when they vanish..." Sonic thought

"Anyway, I think it's time for us to head bac... Wait. What's this response!?" Romani cutting himself

"Doctor?" Mash asks

"Everyone, be careful! There's some kind of distortion in the underground space! "Something" is coming! It's an unknown phenomenon! Not a Servant manifestation! Unknown? No, it's actually more like a Rayshift? But that's impossible. Only Chaldea has that technology!" Romani shouted

"This doesn't sound good," Sonic said

"Senpai, something is strange. I have no anomalies but I'm still shaking..."

"What is happening?!" Sonic said

Moments later, a shadowy figure appears in front of the group while floating.

"Who the heck is that?" Sonic said

"Demon Marshal Gilles de Rais. Imperial Founder Romulus. Hero Spy Jason. And Divine Scholar Nikola Tesla. I thought they would be somewhat useful... But they spoiled my fun as they couldn't even clean the house. Stupidity. Such stupidity. Humans really do degrade with the passage of time." The shadow said

"Dammit! Sheba won't stabilize! I can only get audio! What happened!? What's going on?!" Romani said

"Well, all I can say is there is a shadow here that looks Human and steadily walking toward all of us..." Sonic replied

"...Get back, lady. That thing's bad news. It ain't something a good little girl should see." Sakata said

"So it seems. I'll be leaving too. With only two tails, even seeing it is enough to taint me." Tamamo replied

"What is this insane magical energy? It's a hell of a lot bigger than a dragon." Mordred said

"One of the demons or angels in the ancient stories. Perhaps even greater. I was not born a mage but as a petty Caster, I can understand. This magical energy is infinite. This domination crushes its surroundings merely by existing. Truly, truly a created being worthy of being called God! No, perhaps it is even God itself! Am I wrong, my friend Andersen? I think it's time for us to be going!" Shakespeare said

"Why do you always exaggerate so? There are different types of gods. Anyway, the only god I fear is the god of editors. ...Though I do agree it's time to run. I didn't expect to see the big boss at this stage." Andersen replied

Sonic walk's closer to the shadowy figure and stares at it for a little.

"Senpai!" Mash shouted

"So... you happen to be the Hedgehog who came from a different world, huh?" The figure said

"W-What?! It knows, Sonic?!" Mash shock

"Seems like you know me as well. Considering I only been in this world shorter than you." Sonic replied

"I know everything... Including Chaldea, a base that no one can find. My eyes see everything... and all possible futures, with you here, there's a future that's already been decided, and I can't change that anymore... I would've called you a useless figure if you were just a regular human being. But you indeed show heroic deeds that are able to take down powerful enemies on your own. I can sense mysterious energy inside of you that even I can't process." The Shadow said

"If you know me without us even encountering each other before. Then you must be called Solomon, huh?" Sonic asks

"*Laughing* For once I meet someone who's able to withstand my presence. Quite fascinating, You are indeed correct Sonic. The one who commands the 72 Demon Gods, and will destroy humanity from his throne. I stand above them all as one of the "Grand" seven." Solomon replied

"Is that supposed to scare me, because it doesn't! I fought tougher enemies than what you claim to be. I can defeat you and the 72 Demon Gods if I wanted to, and I'm going to!" Sonic said

"*Laughing* Well, I can't stop you now, huh?" Solomon replied

"So what? Are you a Servant too? You were summoned as a Heroic Spirit, and decided to use your 2nd life to destroy humanity? Mordred said

"No, Knight of Londinium. I am indeed a Heroic Spirit, but no man will ever summon me. Do not think me the same rank as you incompetents. After death, I revived by my own power to be a Heroic Spirit." Solomon replied

"D-Did he say... he revived by his own power!?" Romani shock

"I am a Heroic Spirit, and also a living being. Thus, no Master commands me. I started this matter of my own will. In order to eliminate all humans in this world! Trash who's continuing along with its foolish history. You are the sole and greatest waste of this universe." Solomon said

"You just love running your mouth, huh?" Sonic said

"What does it matter to you? This isn't your world, to begin with. I can kill you here now if I wanted to." Solomon replied

"I would love to see you try."

"Hmph... You see, Sonic. The eras you travelled have been swept away already, by my 72 Demon Gods that cross over time. Cross over time... So those Demon Gods really were the demons in the Lemegeton?'"

"But they're nothing like those in folklore! King Solomon's familiars can't be such ugly meat monsters!" Romani said

"The 72 Demon Gods took physical form and were reborn. That is why they can anchor themselves in any era. The Demon Gods are wedged halting this planet's rotation. The spiralling band of light in the sky is my Noble Phantasm." Solomon said

"Spiraling band of light in the sky Does he mean..." Mash said

"Indeed. That is my Third Noble Phantasm. "Ars Almadel Salomonis." Each ray in the band carries the same heat as a holy sword. Light is equivalent to weaving together hundreds of millions of the holy sword... held by King Arthur... an Anti-Humanity Noble Phantasm." Solomon replied

"Tch... Hundreds of millions of times the heat of Father's holy sword... That's what you're using to incinerate time!?" Mordred said

"You'll never see it, so I've no intention of answering... Anyway, Sonic... I would've asked you to fight against me, but I still have yet to fully understand what you truly are. I don't know why you are here and how you got here. How different is your world comparable to mine. So many questions are unanswered... So take this as offering as me sparring your life..." Solomon said

Moments later, Solomon attacks Shakespeare, Sakata, and Tamamo as they all vanished away.

"No!" Sonic shouted

"Why do you need Servants, either way, you're capable of taking down enemies on your own, right?" Solomon said

"That bastard is boasting! His energy output is so much greater. What the hell are you made of?" Mordred said

"It's just like you said. It's not our ranks as Heroic Spirits. Our vessels, our Classes are what separate us. Now burn, with the rest of the garbage. Heroic Spirit Mordred, Kingslayer. I will take my time to incinerate you thoroughly." Solomon said

Moments later, Solomon attacks Mordred, ready to kill her until suddenly, his attack deflects off Mordred's shield.

"...You're still alive, scribbler? I thought I cleaned you up with the rest of the rabble. I'm amazed you survived, as weak as you are." Solomon said

"Hmph. I don't like physical labour, so I focused on watching. But it looks like I can't do that anymore. But... I see through you, Solomon. I see what you really are, and the truth behind your exceptional nature." Andersen replied

"Oh? Very well. Speak then, poet. If your words please me, I'll grant you an easy death." Solomon said

"The Heroic Spirit Summons belong to the Counter Force. And the Counter Force is what protects humanity. They manifest in seven vessels, to fight "just one" enemy. What is that enemy? What else? The great disaster that threatens our world! It is the avatar of the end, which destroys not this planet, but humanity and the civilization it has built! It was born from civilization and devours it... It is none other than self-inflicted apoptosis. To defeat it, the greatest of the Heroic Spirits are summoned." Andersen readout

"The seven Heroic Spirits are messengers from heaven, sent to destroy certain wickedness. Seven strongest from that era to protect humanity. The first seven are at the pinnacle of Heroic Spirits. The Heroic Spirit Summoning Ritual was originally an ultimate spell meant to save humanity. The summoning system you use... the Holy Grail War is a degraded form of it, meant to serve human purposes." Solomon replied

"Seven of them, huh? Then how come are you afraid of fighting against, Sonic? He's shorter than you yet you refuse to fight such a Hedgehog. Besides, " Mordred said

"Silence!"

Moments later, Solomon attacks Andersen who vanishes soon after.

"ANDERSEN!" Mordred shouted

"Sonic is far from a threat. No matter how many Grails he's collected. It won't make a difference in the end. I wasted more time than I thought. I don't care about any of you here. I could kill you here, or not, and not care at all. Do you understand? I'm not letting you go. You weren't worth looking at in the first place. But if you can remove all seven Singularities... ...Then I will consider you "a matter I must deal with."

"Might as well deal with me now!" Sonic said

Sonic quickly jumps right at Solomon and throws a punch right at his face that knock's him away from Sonic. Mash and Mordred's eyes widen after witnessing Sonic punch Solomon in the face.

"..."

"Senpai..."

"*Look's Back At Sonic* Hmph... You really are one annoying Rodent. But it doesn't matter at this point. Everything in this world will soon be gone, and it will your fault who couldn't save it Hedgehog." Solomon said

"...Mage King Solomon. You're no different than Lev Lainur. You have no gratitude towards life. You enjoy toying with the lives of humans and of the planet!" Mash shouted

"Girl, speak not of life as a mere human. When death is inevitable for you, your view has no value. Gratitude towards life? That's my question for you. What have you done for the last 2,000 years? You've continuously died, and continuously done nothing. You are sentient creatures who failed to conquer death. And yet you retain your fear of it. If you cannot conquer death, you should have abandoned your fear of it. If you understand death to be a shameful, terrifying thing, then you should throw away your sentience! It's pathetic. Simply pathetic. You, Sonic, who came from another world, are this world's final Master. And this is my one warning to you. If we meet again, don't expect me to go easy on you... Hero..." Solomon said before vanishing away

"I can't wait till the next time we meet... Solomon..." Sonic replied


*Later*

"*Stretches Body* Another Singuialirty fixed! Well done you two!" Sonic said

"Even after what just happened... You're still smiling..." Mordred said

"Once you hear the saying how others will destroy humanity over and over. Then it gets all boring..." Sonic replied

"I see... You really are a unique Master, aren't yall? I can't believe this is how everything ends, I wish I could be with you longer... I was summoned here by the Grail's fog. Without a Master, I have to disappear. We can't fight unless we're summoned." Mordred said

"Mordred, this isn't goodbye forever. I'll make sure I'll summon you at Chaldea later in the future! You can count on me on that!" Sonic replied

"Heh, I have no doubt in that. I have no doubt you'll cross over the seven Grails and reach the end of time. And then you'll corner that bastard Grand Caster. He wasn't ready to see someone who was capable of fighting others stand against him. And for you, Mash. We, Will, see each other very soon, Thanks to Sonic. Thank you, Sonic. I'll be waiting for your summon so I can join this Restsiances team you created. " Mordred said

"Don't worry, Mordred. You won't have to wait for very long!" Sonic replied

"Heh... Goodbye... Father..."

Moments later, Sonic and Mash teleport back to Chaldea.


*Chaldea*

"Mission successful as always! That Solomon guy doesn't know what's coming once I see him again!" Sonic said

"Welcome back, you two. You're both fine... well, maybe not. But I'm glad you're here." Da Vinci said

"Oh hey there, Da Vinci! Glad to see you again! Where's Roman?" Sonic asks

"How... How could this happen?"

"He's a mess, as you can see. Why don't you go help him out, Hero?" Da Vinci said

"Hey, Roman. It's alright, we're both fine! We collected both the Grail and the Chaos Emerald! That leaves us with 3 more before we can finally revive Olga!" Sonic said

"H-Huh? You two are here?! How? ...Oh, right. Leonardo did it for me... ...Sorry. You were the ones in danger. I'm...Sorry... I should've done a forced Rayshift earlier..." Romani said

"Hehe! Don't worry about it, pal! I understand some of us can't face our fears yet." Sonic replied

"I can't get over the fact that Solomon's main target is you, Sonic! He knows you!" Romani said

"Who cares if he's after me, It just makes this adventure more fun and exciting!" Sonic replied

"W-What? You're not afraid of him?" Romani said

"Of course, I'm not! He's the least of my concern right now. Roman, thanks to you, we reached this far to get where we are. You showed confidence that you can take hold of a leader with little knowledge. So cheer up buddy, we still need you for the last few adventures!" Sonic replied

"...Y-Your probably right, Sonic. I may be no brave leader but we came this far to save humanity! But we did come this far in our adventure and now it's not the time to be depressed! Thanks, buddy!" Romani said

"Don't mention it, pal!" Sonic said

"We know who's behind this all now. There must be some reason for his extreme strength. Let's continue the mission. We'll fix the remaining Singularities and stop the world and future from incineration. ...No matter what that man, Mage King Solomon, tries to do." Romani said

"The Grand Caster. He is our true enemy..." Mash said

"Our next objective is to take down this creepy guy from destroying this world's humanity!" Sonic said

"Yeah! That's the spirit! Anyway, Mash, go get some rest! Once you wake up, When you wake up, it'll be time for the Fifth Singularity." Romani said


*Outside*

"Even though this whole thing wasn't your business, to begin with, we greatly appreciate you helping us either way, Senpai!" Mash said

"Hey, don't mention it. I'm always there when someone needs help!" Sonic replied

"Hehe! I'm, glad to hear that from you! Anyway, There was something I had to talk to you about. ...What did you think about what Solomon said? About making use of humanity."

"I believe he's saying is wrong! One must live life to the fullest! Be happy with who's around you. Share your emotions to the world, don't let anyone say that your life is meaningless because it does have meaning." Sonic replied

"Hehe! your right Sonic. Life does have meaning. My life wouldn't have meaning if I never met you! That's why I'll never leave your side, Senpai. No matter what! Anyway, see you tomorrow, Senpai. We have a busy day tomorrow around Chaldea." Mash said


To Be Continue...