Sora, Donald, Goofy, Mickey, Riku, and Kairi stood in Yen Sid's tower. The stars glistened outside, Sora commented about how pretty they were, causing Riku to laugh.

"As a Keyblade Master, Xehanort had a gift like few others." Yen Sid explained "But

such great minds are often plagued by a single great question. What is the

essence of the human heart that weakens us, or empowers us? The answer, he

believed, would be found in the "Keyblade War." What if the challenges of

our past were, in fact, a map to the light and darkness that battles within

us all? Xehanort had to know, so he renounced his duties as master and

chose the seeker's life. Since then, in many a guise, he has clashed with

protectors of the light-Keyblade wielders like yourselves. And mark my

words-he will trouble us yet again. We must be ready. Which is why you,

Sora, Riku, and Kairi, are to be tested for the mark of a true Keyblade Master. No

doubt you fancy yourselves masters already, but it takes years of training.

Only a true master can teach you the proper way. Both of you are self-

taught Keyblade wielders-an impressive feat. However, the time has come

for you to let go of preconceived notions, forget what you know about the

Keyblade, and begin your training again with a clean slate."

Sora, Donald, and Goofy shared a confused glance.

Sora spoke up "But that's a formality, right? I already proved myself. Me and the

king, Kairi, and Riku-we can take on anything. Right, Riku?"

"I don't know." Riku summoned soul eater "I think that in my heart, darkness still has a hold." He dispelled the weapon "Walking that path changed me. I'm not sure if I'm ready to wield a

Keyblade. Maybe I do need to be tested."

Sora bounced back with his usual optimism "Then count me in. Put me through the test! Just watch-me and Riku

will pass with flying colors!"

Sora put his hands behind his head in a confident pose, while Mickey,

Donald, and Goofy exchanged glances.

"Gawrsh Yen Sid" Goofy spoke off "me and Donald will be joining Sora to fight Xehanort. So shouldn't we be tested as well?"

Yen Sid scratched his beard deep in thought "very well, you and Donald shall join Sora in the realm of sleep."

"All right" Sora pumped a fist in the air "another adventure with the dynamic trio!"

"That doesn't even make sense!" Donald pointed at Sora.

Goofy laughed "just like ol' times!"

"Then I believe it's time to begin" Yen Sid moved his hands in the air, causing hot pink smoke to cover the room.

Kairi, Sora, Donald, and Goofy could be heard loudly coughing. Riku remained silent. The coughs slowly died down as Sora, Donald, Goofy, Riku, and Kairi drifted far into sleep.