A few hours later…
Outside the Koopa Cruiser, it was night. Now back inside...
(Mario and Luigi: Superstar Saga plus Bowser's Minions ost - Koopa Cruiser)
"You're a son of a duke?" Lorenz asked as he look surprised as he is having a conversation with Jusis, and Ferdinand.
"That's correct. The Albarea Family is rank duke and one of the Four Great Houses of Erebonia. The nation I am from." Jusis nodded
"The Four Great Houses... Interesting. Back in Adrestia, there are six noble families that hold great power, my family foremost among them." Ferdinand said.
"And my family is one of the Five Great Lords of the Leicester Alliance. The Leicester Alliance is a league of multiple noble families who refuse to swear fealty to any king or emperor. Instead, the Alliance is ruled jointly as a confederacy through roundtable conferences between the Five Great Lords." Lorenz explain about the Alliance to Jusis.
"Interesting. A nations ruled by noble families who swore no fealty to kings nor emperor." Jusis amused.
"You know. This is rather an interesting conversation between our respective nations. We have Erebonia who has Four Great Houses. Then there's the Alliance with Five Great Lords. And then Adrestia with Sixth Great Noble families." Ferdinand said.
"Hahaha. Indeed, so pardon me for asking Jusis, but about your classmates, are there those from the nobility as well?" Lorenz asked.
"Are you planning on forming connections with them?" Jusis asked.
"I wouldn't go that far. But rather to be acquainted with them. As well as the commoners of Class VII."
"Well aside from me, most of class VII students are commoners. But my classmate Fie was raised by elite mercenaries called Jaegers. And Gaius is an abroad student from the land of Nord, which hold strong ties with Erebonia. My classmate, Laura and Rean are both from the nobility. Well, Rean was actually adopted to the noble family."
"I see. Most of my classmates are from noble families while Dorothea and Avery are commoners. Still, both of them despise the nobility."
"Speaking of despising the nobility, two of your classmates also despise us nobles, correct?" Lorenz asked
"Don't take it personally but yes. Machias has his reasons, while Levi is more flexible and reliable." Jusis said.
"I'm guessing the nobles of your nations don't act nobly do they?" Ferdinand asked.
"Unfortunately, yes. My father is included. He and the rest of the nobles find commoners nothing more than insects."
"What disgusting behavior. He not worthy of being a noble." Ferdinand said.
"I agree. The Nobles must protect the common folk. Not think of them as mere insects. But that's the problem with nobilites these days..." Lorenz sighed
"Agreed. The only nobles who are honorable is my brother and Rean's adopted father, Baron Schwarzer."
"You have an order brother, Jusis?" Ferdinand asked
"Yes. His name is Rufus. While he is my father, my brother is the one who taught me about the Noblesse Oblige. He is beloved by both nobles and commoners."
"He sounds like an excellent and a true nobleman. I would love to meet such a fine man." Ferdinand smiled.
"I agree. Why don't we become friends, Jusis. I would also like to be friends with the other Class VII members. No reasons of course but as friends." Lorenz smiled
"Well-" Jusis then got interrupted as he heard a small commotion going on. "Hmm?"
"What's going on? Shall we look?" Ferdinand asked.
"I'm not so sure." Lorenz said as he, Jusis and Ferdinand go towards the commotion and see Koopas, Iggy and Goombas looking up. "What's on the commo-What on earth!?" Lorenz look up and then he exclaimed and then Ferdinand and Jusis look up and see Claude, who was casually sitting down on the ceiling. "Claude! What sorcery is this?!"
"Oh hey, Lorenz, Ferdinand, and Jusis right? No sorcery here. Just relaxing my back on the ceiling." Claude chuckled.
"Witchcraft!" A Koopa exclaimed.
"He's a witch!"
"Isn't witches suppose to be female?" Jusis sweatdrop.
"Bwahahaha! That's a crazy stunt! You gotta teach me that!" Iggy laughed.
Meanwhile elsewhere on the ship...
"Ah, Miss Reinford." Ludwig said as he approached Alisa, who is with Emma.
"Oh, you're... I'm sorry, I forgotten your name. It has been awhile." Alisa said.
"Of course. I'm Ludwig von Koopa."
"Oh that's right. I believe I remember Bowser mentioning you were studying the data from the Orbal technology and blueprints." Emma said.
"Oh yeah, Bowser did mention that." Alisa replied.
"That's correct. The Orbal Revelation is truly an interesting discovery. I've been informed you found out about the raid of the Reinford Group and Roer Institute of Technology. I take it you still hold a grudge against King Bowser for making that decision?" Ludwig asked
"Honestly, I am. I'm happy he didn't do any damage to both my home and the institute, but I'm still upset about the raid thing. I guess I should be happy we got the backup data and copies of the blueprints in case. So what brings you here? Are you going to apologize for what your king did?"
"Oh no. Nothing of that sort. I have been keeping myself busy. Still, it's a pity we got on the wrong foot. Truth be told. I was interested in forming a business relationship with the Reinford Group to learn more about the Orbal Technology and how we can expand it."
"You want to form a business relationship with Reinford?" Emma asked in surprised.
"Of course. Orbal energy is very mysterious since it appeared in our world. I'm sure you're still learning about it's mysterious nature. But it's fine if you don't want to. I already got the heads up in the most parts." Ludwig answered
"Wait, what exactly do you mean by that?" Alisa asked.
"That's a secret. But I can tell you this. Most of the data we collected from Reinford and the Institute are being put to good use in both military and daily life." Ludwig said as he turn around.
"Hold it. I'm way to curious on what you're planning to do with the data you stolen."
"Come now, Miss Reinford, I already told you that it's being put to good use in both military and daily life, didn't I?"
"Yeah, but I'm still curious what else did you make plans on for the technology you build?"
"Well, I suppose I can only tell you a tiny bit of information. However. Most of them are private. One of the inventions was the Orbal Generator. But larger and superior then the one you had in Roer."
"Wha- Oh yeah! Prove it!" Alisa pouted.
Ludwig brought out his phone and then tap tap tap and then revealed a picture of the Orbal generator. It does look more advance than the one in Roer.
"Wha... Oh my gosh... that look one impressive orbal generator! Looks so advanced!"
"I look into the orbal generator blueprints and data and I was able to improve it three times, it's enough for a whole kingdom. Perhaps even an entire continent, but I need to work that out. And life span up to 60 to 80 years."
Alisa jawdroped "Th-Th-Th-Th-"
"Oh my word..." Emma gasp.
"And that is just one secret I'm willing to share with you. Others such as Orbal cars, Orbal Network, etc, etc... well let's just say I'll leave that to your imagination." Ludwig put away his smartphone and then left the room and shocked.
"Th-Th-Th-Th-Th-Th-Th-Th-"
"Alisa... are you ok-"
"I AM NOT OKAY! HOW IN THE WORLD DID HE BUILD SOMETHING SO AMAZING?! I HAVE GOT TO KNOW! LUDWIG! GET BACK HERE!" Alisa yelled and then chase after him as Emma sweatdrop.
Elsewhere...
"So you like to fight, huh?" Roy asked as he's with Caspar, Morton, and Raphael.
"Hell yeah, I do! Espcually the part where I fight evil! And you guys look tough. Mind if we have a brawl?" Caspar smirked.
"I respect your bravery. I will face you." Morton crack his knuckled.
"Are you guys having a contest to see who's stronger and have more muscle? I wanna join in!" Rapahel said.
"Sure. But I won't go easy on you, big guy." Roy smirked.
"Wait! Master Roy! Master Morton! And the other two! Don't start an all out brawl! We're in a ship!" A Koopa exclaimed
"Oh, right... forgot about that. Okay listen, we can have ourselves a contest once this is over, all right?"
"Sounds like a plan." Caspar nodded.
"I will be looking forward to beating you." Morton replied.
"That's my line pal!"
"Man I'm getting hungry." Raphael said.
"You just ate 30 minutes ago! And a large one at that! Same some for all of us!" Roy exclaimed.
"This guy has big stomach." Morton added
"I must admit. A ship capable of flying through the air is something to behold." Edelgard said. "I had my doubts but when I witness we were actually levitating in the air. Espcually for such a large army, and large supplies. If we have this kind of technology, It would benefit all of Fodlan with countless reasons." She said talking with Byleth, Mario, Petra, and Millium.
"I'm having an agreement. In Fodlan there are carriages used for delivering goods and transportation while using the horses, yes?" Petra asked. "So how is this sky ship is able to fly? I do not have an understanding of such things. Does it take a large amount of wyverns and Pegasus to make the ship fly? Or magic?"
"No. It was engineering in aircraft." Mario answered.
"Aircraft?" Edelgard asked.
"Aircraft are vehicle or machine that is able to fly by gaining support from the air. I'm no aircraft engineer so I can't explain better. Alisa or Ludwig can."
"Oh oh! I'll take it from here. Basically, Aircraft is a type of engineering It counters the force of gravity by using engineering. Oh wait, you guys know what gravity us?" Millium asked
"We know the term gravity, yes." Byleth answered
"Oh good, then that makes things easier. By countering the forces of gravity through engineering and materials use to fly, we're able to rise up into the air. That's called Aircraft."
"Hmm... yes that does make sense. It fits the term "Aircraft."
"I am fascinated by this new word, aircraft. It does not use pegasus nor wyverns but from engineering?" Petra asked
"Yep, that's right." Millium answered.
"This is truly fascinating. I'm very pleased that Sothis allow us to visit the other nations and learn about their culture and technology." Edelgard smiled. "And I believe this is the first time the Officer Academy had a field trip. Granted it is a facility to learn about warfare and hone our skills in combat. But it's nice to learn about the outside world through our eyes and ears."
"By our eyes and ears, Lady Edelgard? Oh! You just be speaking we learn from our eyes and listen with our ears as we learn." Petra replied.
"That's correct. Still, perhaps it's also nice we will gain a little experience in combat since the foe who stole the princess of the Mushroom Kingdom's voice is somewhere in the Beanbean Kingdom. The Mushroom Kingdom... The Beanbean Kingdom... interesting names for a kingdom. But I am not the one who judged. I'm looking forward on learning about the other nations and their culture and technology. Including Bridget."
"Us too!" Millium cheered
Elsewhere on the Cruiser again...
"The Arseid School and Eight Leaves One Blade School... Interesting name and style." Felix said as he's having a conversation with Laura and Rean. "Just like your classmates, I can tell you experience interesting battles to hone your skills. You both yet master your style so it's just the beginning."
"Indeed. My goal is to reach my father's level and master my family style and be on equal foot." Laura nodded
"As for me. I just achieve Intermediate Level a few weeks back. I still have much to learn. But I know I got what it takes." Rean said.
"I respect that fire you both possess. Normally I would be interesting in sparing with you both. Unfortately, there isn't any training room we can use." Felix said
"I understand completely. I too wish to know about your swordsmanship Felix." Laura smiled
"Same goes to you, Laura. It will no doubt be interesting to witness the Arseid School techniques. Maybe I can even learn from it."
"It will be an honor. And I'm looking forward to bare witness to your skill level, Felix. Who knows. We both might reach the height of skills together at the same time in the future."
"Agreed. It seems we're both cut from cloth."
As Rean stare at them. He notice that Laura and Felix are getting along very well. 'Is it me or are they getting along rather well? Is this a new romance going on?'
"That reminds me. You use a greatsword, and you use a sword called a tachi, correct?" Felix asked Laura then turn to Rean.
"That's correct." Laura answered
"Huh? Oh that's right." Rean first blicked and then nodded.
"May I look at them? I have an interest in weapons, especially rare weapons."
"Of course." Laura said as she pulled out her Great Sword.
"Sure." Rean said as he pull out his Tachi.
Felix examine both weapons as he awe in amusement. "Interesting. You don't see weapons like these in Fodlan. For Greatsword, it takes amount of strength and balance to wield them. As for the Tachi, it's definitely sharper than the swords in Fodlan... It resembles that of a Dao Wo. It's light and easy to wield. If we weren't on this ship, I would like to ask you if I can try it."
"Something tells me it certainly will fit your style of using a sword." Rean smiled.
"Perhaps. If it does. Perhaps you can introduce me to a merchant who sells them."
"Hmm... I don't know any merchant who has a tachi. I got this tachi as a gift from my teacher of the Eight Leaves. But I think it's possible someone from the Mushroom Kingdom can forge a tachi."
"All right. Once this is over, we can go find a Blacksmith somewhere in Toad Town."
"If it a custom order. Perhaps you should require some steel to forge a blade." Laura suggested it.
"True. If we're lucky enough, we can find an appropriate steel somewhere along our journey." Felix nodded
Elsewhere again...
In the lounge area. There was Sara and Manuela who are drinking right now.
"And you what happens next? After two dates left, he dump me by leaving a note saying "Sorry Manuela, I'm afraid we got to break up. No hard feelings."."
"Ugh. That's what you hate about men. You find some guy you like and he likes you back, then go on a couple of dates, and then for some stupid reason they decided to dump you like it was nothing! I've been trying to find my Mr. Right but instead, I ended up getting blown off. And some stupid parts, such as drinking problem, or leaving messes in your room, too much booze and bottles all over, or some other ridiculous reasons."
"I know right! Ugh... i'm worried that I'm going to die alone..."
"Hey dont' say that Manuela. Look at yourself, you're a songstress, a physician and a smoking hot woman. Who wouldn't want to go out with you?"
"You're sweet Sara. I could say the same to you. You are beautiful, smart, and one hell of a fighter, especially when it comes to drinking. You know, you and I have a lot in common."
"I know right. It's so nice to have someone who knows what you're going through. I believe we will be fast friend to best friends. Oh you know. I actually have friend I love you to meet. Her name is Cana and she's one hell of a drinker. She can literally drink a whole barrel of booze. And she always have the good stuff."
"Really!? A whole Barrel?! I would love to see that! And if she has the good stuff. Oh the three of us will be one hell of a group of woman."
"You said it! To our new friendship!" Sara laughed as she and Manuela cheered their glasses and then begin to drink while Hanneman sighed.
"Unbelievable. I thought Instructor Sara would be a combat instructor... but turns out, she's another Manuela..." Hanneman said while palm face and shake his head.
"Hey! Wake up!" Larry said as he's with Linhardt, Sylvain and Avery. And trying to wake up Linhardt.
"Huh? What? Are we here? Linhardt as he rub his eyes.
"No. But quit taking a nap. You have been taking a nap like hours."
"No can do. There's nothing interesting going on so... nap times called."
"Hey, I said get up!"
"Ugh... do you have to rudely wake me up."
"And you know it's rude to ignore when people are talking to you?"
"Okay, okay enough you two." Avery sighed as he break them up. "Sorry about Linhardt, Larry. He always love to take naps. And he doesn't like to work out, despite having a well-built body."
"Then how does he even had a well-built body?" Larry asked
"He probably works out by his father." Sylvain said. "Anyway, how about we have some guy talk."
"Is this about the ladies again?" Avery asked
"This guy is a flirt?" Larry asked.
"Yep. He dates many girls, and even cheats on them. He's a scum."
"Damn. Remind me to alert Wendy."
"Hey come on! It's not like that!" Sylvain exclaimed. "Okay, I can't deny that I dated so many girls and each one give me one hell of a punch in the guts, but-"
"Told you he's a scum." Avery said as Larry nodded
"Hold up, you didn't let me finish! Look, I had my reasons and it's rather personal because of the whole crest thing."
"Oh right... Those..." Avery muttered.
"What's a crest?" Larry asked
"Crests are powers manifestation that pass through the blood. I have one. And my crest increase my healing magic." Linhardt explain.
"I see.. still, something tells me these Crests things are complicated."
"It is. Honestly, nobles are so obsessed with crests that it's sickening." Avery nodded
"Tell me about me. Girls only want me because of my crests. I hated crest. The world I live in is a messed up society." Sylvain nodded
"Damn. Sucks to be you guys..." Larry trailed off.
"I can't deny that Fodlan as problems... but it's just how life is." Linhardt yawned.
'I blame the church.' Sylvain and Avery thought.
Again with elsewhere in the Cruiser
"Ooh, I like your rings Wendy! You have some interesting style." Hilda comment as she's with Dorothea, Marianne, and Wendy
"Why thank you, Hilda. It's nice talking to girls when it comes to fashion." Wendy giggled.
"I'll say. Back in the opera company, I used to be in. I always enjoy on the different set of clothing and the nice homey atmosphere. Not to mention the handcrafted accessories." Dorothea smiled
"Ooh, interesting. You know, I'm actually been working on something. Would you both give me your honest opinion?" Hilda asked
"Sure, I don't mind." Wendy said.
"Same here. So what is it Hilda?" Dorothea asked.
"Let's see... where did I put it..." Hilda said as she's looking into her pockets.
"I'm not good when it comes to passion..." Marianne sighed
Elsewhere again...
"Oh, you like coffee too?" Machias asked Hubert as he's with Levi as well
"That's right. I take it you enjoy coffee as well, Machias?" Hubert asked.
"That's right. Isn't coffee fascinating?"
"Indeed. However, there are many who dislike it, and some among that numbers been go so far as to criticize it as no more than "hot bean-water."
"Hot bean-water?" Okay, I understand why they call it that but that is something only a child would come up with. Some people don't even know the true value of coffee. Or perhaps someone might have screw up the grinding progress."
"Yes, I thought the same. But unfortunately, I know so many who enjoy tea rather then coffee."
"Look at you talking over coffee. Look like you have that in common." Levi smiled.
"That's true. I never expected a scary noble would find coffee interesting." Machias smiled. "Oh, wait... sorry Hubert. I didn't mean to offend you there."
"Oh, it's quite all right. I don't mind. After all, it's quite fitting." Hubert said with a sinister smirked.
"And behind that sinister personally is a handsome fellow." Levi chuckled. "Anyway, back to the matter of coffee. I get that many people, especially the disgusting nobles like tea because tea has many flavors depending on the tea leaves. And Coffee is grind from Coffee beans that taste bitter. But I should tell you some good news Hubert. There are a lot of people who like coffee. Machias is one of those people."
"That's true. Honestly, I forgot that you were a noble. Far better than Jusis at least." Machias nodded
"While it does fill me with joy to know there's another coffee lover, and we have much in common, I admit this is quite must unexpected to have a nice conversation with you. And I find it amusing that a commoner who despise the nobility. Someone like you would serve Lady Edelgard well. And though perhaps I should expect people from different worlds and nations who enjoy coffee as I do."
"I see... I also despise the nobility. On my personal opinion, I say they should be destroyed." Levi said.
"I agree. Many nobles in Erebonia are full of themselves because of their wealth and status, instead of hard work." Machias nodded
"Hehehe. The three of us will get along swimmingly. Erebonia also have problems with the nobility." Hubert dark chuckled.
"True that. Though I wouldn't mind if the nation is like the Mushroom Kingdom. I don't see any nobles. Which is good or bad, depending on their personalities and how they view the commonfolk. Oh! Hey, Machias! You should introduce Hubert to the coffee shop in the Mushroom Kingdom." Levi suggested.
"Coffee shop?" Hubert look surprised
"Oh yeah, you're right!" Machias smiled. "Hubert, does Fodlan have a coffee shop?"
"No. I don't think Fodlan even have a coffee shop. What is this Coffee shop?"
"A Coffee shop is small restaurant. They primarily serves coffee of various types such as espresso, latte, and cappuccino. There also serve cold drinks such as Iced coffee and such."
"Outstanding... A shop that sells coffee for a living... And these words... espresso, latte, and cappuccino... I don't beloved that word exist in Fodlan." Hubert amused.
"There are also several different coffee beans as well." Levi added.
"Several coffee beans? Tell me more."
Elsewhere in the Cruiser...
"So you're in the gardening club?" Dudeu asked as he's with Dimitri, Berndetta, Fie, and Ashe.
"That's right. We basically do a bunch of gardening stuff. You're a gardener too?" Fie asked
"No. But I do enjoy gardening from the greenhouse in the Monsastery."
"I often look out for the greenhouse as well. Espcually the carnivorous one." Bernedetta smiled.
"Then you're gonna love the carnivorous one in the Mushroom Kingdom."
"Really? What are they like?"
"Hmm... red color with white spots, they have mouths with sharp teeth."
"Ooh so cool!"
"I know some topic of plants and herbs. They were taught to me by my... late father..." Ashe sadden.
"I'm sorry to hear that..." Fie said. "I know its tough losing family. I know I have."
"You lost your parents?" Dimitri asked.
"I don't know who are my birth parents actually. I was abandon and found on the streets when I was a baby."
"What?! Why would someone abandon their own baby out in the streets?!" Ashe exclaimed.
"I don't know. But I was taken in by my adopted father. He was a strong man. Whenever he's taking a job, his buddies look out for me. Taught me things that can help in life. But he's gone now. I don't know where the rest of my family are."
"I see. I'm sorry to hear that Fie. We all understand the loss of our love ones..." Dimitri sadden.
"Yeah. I believe they're with us still. Watching over us." Fie smiled.
"I agree as well." Dudue smiled.
"You like music too?" Elliot asked as he's with Annette, Mercedes, Lemmy
"That's right. I love composing some cute songs. But I mostly keep it to myself since I get a little embarrassed when someone hears them." Annette smiled.
"Annie has a lovely voice. Maybe you can Ellito can perform a duet." Mercedes smiled.
"Oh that would be wonderful! What do you say, Annette?" Elliot smiled
"Oh I don't know. But I'll think about it. So Elliot, you're a mage, right?" Annette asked
"Well I suppose I am because of my Orbal Staff. But Lucky I have Music magic."
"Music magic, what's that?" Lemmy asked.
"And Music Magic is a thing?" Annette asked in surprise
"Yep. It's thanks to someone in the kingdom called Fiore. Fiore is a land of magic. They have so many wonderful things there! Magic items too!" Elliot explained
"Whoa! That sounds amazing! Can you show me your magic?"
"Of course. Isn't wonderful how music can create happiness and tone of other things? Music has the power to do anything."
"I agree. You and I are going to get along so well! I just know it!"
"Oh! Tell me about this Fiore! I bet they don't know magic as I do!" Lemmy laughed.
"Yeah, tell us about Fiore! I never heard about it!" Annette nodded
"Okay, I'll tell you about it." Elliot smiled
"You like arts Ignatz?" Gaius asked
"I do. Arts is one of my favorite topics. I was hoping I get to see some arts in the Mushroom Kingdom. But unfortunately, here we are." Ignatz answered
"There's no need to worry about it. I seen some incredible arts here. There were even enchanting paintings."
"Enchanting paintings?!"
"What's this about enchanted painting?" Lysithea asked as she, Leonie and Crow.
"Isn't that some sort of magic thing?" Leonie asked
"Oh yeah. Back in Peach's Castle when Bowser took over. He had several Power Stars into the painting. And inside is a whole new area within the painting. It's like a gateway to another world." Crow explained
"Whoa! That sounds incredible!" Ignatz exclaimed
"Hold up. Isn't Bowser the one control in this ship?" Lysithea asked
"He is. He often kidnapped Princess Peach for his conquest. It's still going at it i'm afraid." Gaius nodded
"Seiously? That big turtle guy? Why does he always kidnapped her and how come she doesn't charge him with a crime?" Leonie asked
"Well mostly because Mario and Luigi rescue her everytime. And Bowser learn the hard way regardless."
"That and Bowser has this powerful military that could destroy the Mushroom Kingdom. One word and bam! He destroy the nation." Crow added
"That's unsettling to hear..." Lystithe said.
"Unsettling but it works out in the end. That reminds me, Lysithea, correct? You're a mage from your homeland, right?" Gaius asked
"Yes, what about it?"
"Well, there's this kingdom called Fiore and it's filled with magic knowledge. Class VII and I went there and it was fascinating. We learn some new magic of our own."
"Really? Tell me more." Lysithea said.
"So Gaius, I don't want to intrude but what weapon so you use?" Leonie asked
"I use a spear. You?" Gaius asked.
"I also use a spear. What about you, Crow?"
"These babies!" Crow smirked and pull out his guns.
"Those are some... interesting weapons. What are they?" Lysithea asked
"Orbal pistols. I'll explain what pistols are. But you can ask Alisa about Orbal." Crow said.
"Excuse me." A Koopa called out to them. "I going to need you guys. Come with me." The Koopa said and then guide them somewhere. Soon that arrived at an area where everyone is here.
"Hey, where are we?" Leonie asked.
"And what are we going here exactly?" Crow asked.
"All of you are going to enter the Beanbean Kingdom, so you're all gonna have your passports ready." The Koopa answered
"Passports? Forgive me for being ignorance but what are passports?" Hanneman asked.
"You guys seriously don't know what passports are? Do you live under a rock or something?"
"They're from Fodlan, they don't have the technology level we have." Mario explained.
"And it's medieval." Luigi added.
"Ooooh... That's why. My bad." The Koopa said. "I'll explain. To everyone who doesn't know. Passports are official travel document issued by a government that contains a given person's identity. It allows the holder to travel to foreign countries and it's under the protection of that nation. It contains your full name, photograph, place, date of birth, signature, and expiration date of the passport."
"So the passport is an identification?" Claude asked
"Yep."
"Interesting... We don't have this in Fodlan, that for certain." Edelgard said.
"I'll say. It just goes to show that the Mushroom Kingdom's government system is far different from Fodlan." Dimitri nodded.
"It would make some things easier on the certain topics back in Fodlan, like registration to the Officer's Academy or applying for a job." Claude added
"Yes, especially for a certain someone suddenly appearance." Lorenz turn to Claude.
'And when Seteth told me that I would be fully investigated to apply for such a position.' Byleth thought.
"We have student identification in Thors and passports from Erebonia. Does that count?" Alisa asked.
"If you guys have passports then you should be fine. The Beanbean Kingdom would definitely heard of Erebonia thanks to the news." The Koopa answered
"Except Fodlan doesn't have one because the entire nation is close to the outside world until Sothis open it up." Claude said.
"Then you guys need your passports and picture. Lucky, we can make one for you."
"So you're going to draw us?" Raphael asked.
"No. Just taking a photo."
"Wait, what's a photo?"
"Like this." Levi then show those from Fodlan his student ID photo.
"Whoa! No way!" Raphael exclaimed
"It looks exactly like you in every detail!" Ignatz exclaimed. "It likes... as if the reflection of the real world is on paper!"
"That's called a photo. Or rather a photograph. A photograph is a picture made with a device called a camera that can capture the image and print it into paper. See that device there?" Levi then explain it and pointed at the camera. "That's a camera. A recording device that records visual images and turn them into this." Levi then pointed his ID.
"I see. Truly the Mushroom Kingdom has spectacular technology." Dimitri said in awe.
"Amazing even!"
"And now that silver boy explain it to you..." The Koopa turn to Edelgard. "Excuse me miss, you can go first."
"Very well." Edelgard nodded.
"See that mat over there? Just stand there still so I can take a your picture for your passport. No posing!" A Koopa ordered
"Understood." Edelgard said as she stand still and then the picture has been taken.
"Okay, next is the girl who was next to her."
"That would be me." Hubert said and then he begin to take a stand and stood still. After him was Ferdinand, Avery, Linhardt, Bernedetta who panicked when the camera snap.
"Ah! Oh thank goodness it's over!" Bernedetta said and then next was Dorothea, Petra, Byleth, Flaynn, Dimitri, Dedue, Felix, Sylvain, Ashe, Mercedes, Annette, Ingrid, Claude, Lornez, Raphael, Ignatz, Lysithea, Marianne, Hilda, Leonie, Manuela who was a little drunk. But had her photo taken, and finally Hanneman.
"Okay, all done." The Koopa said as he handed everyone their passports.
"Wow, this is nice. Look at that handsome face." Claude wink.
"This Camera truly is amazing." Ignatz cheered
"I must admit. Perhaps this camera device can be proven useful." Hubert said with a grin on his face.
"Wait a moment! I look awful in this!" Bernedetta said as she look at her photo of her panicking. "Can I get a do-over?"
"Nope! Sorry."
"Aww… Way to go Bernie..."
"Mario, 'Green Stache, Class VII, Byleth and his friends, make your way to the deck on the double! That is an order!" Bowser's voice called out from the intercom.
"Ah! What was that?!" Bernedetta exclaimed
"That's Bowser said through the intercom. I'll explain as we make our way to the deck." Alisa answered as everyone all made their way to the top, while Luigi noticed a button.
"Oh, wonder what this does?" Luigi asked, pressing it.
The Goomba who was there let out a gasp. "Wait wait! That's the-"
A claw suddenly grabbed Luigi and quickly brought him to the desk. "WAAAAAH!"
"-Crane button..." The Goomba said as everyone else sweatdropped.
"Well, that's one way to get up there." Gaius said as they hurried up on deck where Bowser was waiting while Luigi was dangling by the crane
"This is not a way how I envisioned getting pantsed…" Luigi grumbled.
"Here, you're our lookout." Bowser said, handing him binoculars. "We're almost to Beanbean Kingdom. Once we cross over its borders, we invade, kick ass, get Peach's voices back and we can all go home before sunrise."
"And let me guess, you get a head start with kidnapping Peach?" Crow asked.
"Heh! You know me too well, bandana guy." He smirked.
"ACK!" Luigi yelped.
"What wrong?" Alisa asked.
"We got company!" He exclaimed, pointing over dead ahead as they turned around… and then Bowser got blasted by a powerful shot.
"ARGH!" Bowser yelled.
"Bowser! Are you okay?!" Levi exclaimed.
"Heh, I'm fine!" Bowser got back up. "Who did that?!"
(Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga ost - Danger!)
"EEYAH HA HA HA HA HA!" A voice cackled as they turned to see Cackletta approaching them on a hover chair. "Well now! I wasn't expecting you to catch up with us!"
"Who are you? Are you the bitch who stole Princess Peach's voice?" Levi asked.
"That is indeed correct! I am Cackletta."
"So you're the one who did that!" Mario growled.
"How dare you stole Princess Peach's voice! What are you planning to do with her voice? Answer you fiend!" Jusis demanded
"Well I'm glad you ask. I will use Peach's voice to take over this world!" Cackletta smirked.
"Not if we have anything to say about that!" Manuela said as everyone else got out their weapons and spell.
"That's right, you will return Princess Peach's voice or we'll make you by force." Edelgard added.
"Oh, I would love to play with each and every one of you, but I've got plans that will take roots. So I have no time to chat and fight you right now!" She said and flew off. "Fawful! If you would!"
"Eeyah ha ha ha ha!" A voice cackled as Fawful appeared on top of the cruiser.
"Hey, you get back here!" Caspar shout at Cackletta.
"Hello, you wonderful people! It is I, the great Cackletta most best pupil, who is name Fawful!"
"So the fiend send her pupil to do her dirty work?" Ingrid glared.
"It doesn't even realize that it's overly outnumbered." Felix said.
"Yeah, let's kick this little squares ass and chase after Cackletta." Sara nodded
"You think you are going chase to the Great Cackletta, just so you can get your silly Princess's voice back? Then you are idiots of foolishness!" Fawful mocks.
"Hey, you're the one who an idiot here! We can take you down with one blow if we have too." Millium remark.
"That's right! My minions and I will strike you down and give that witch a beating of the lifetime!" Bowser smirked.
"We're not even your minions to begin with!" Crow stated.
"Oh, you believe so? Well, since I have places to be, I will lend you a parting gift. I will give all of you some mustard!" Fawful grinned "THE MUSTARD OF YOUR DOOM!" He cackled and then his machine rained magic all around the ship, not even bothering to hit them.
"Ha! You clearly need to work on your aim!" Lorenz laughed.
"No wait..." Levi gasped "he wasn't aiming for us! He was aiming at the ship!"
"Pretty boy is the smart one." Fawful smirked as suddenly the ship started shaking violently.
"What's going on?!" Mario exclaimed.
"I HAVE CHORTLES! Have a nice fall!" Fawful waved and then flew off, as parts of the ship started exploding.
"The ship is going to explode!" Claude exclaimed
"This is not how I wanted to die..." Linhardt muttered.
"Everyone! Hang on to something!" Bowser exclaimed
The ship exploded in mid-air, sending everyone flying toward the different areas of the Beanbean Kingdom.
(BGM ended)
Somewhere on the ground…
"General Starshade! A massive explosion has been sighted!"
"Confirmation! I need Confirmation soldier!"
"Meteorites confirmed! Tons of them! They're going to hit the kingdom in multiple places!"
"...Dear god... Wait, they're not the Cleffas, Clefairy, Cleable, or Miniors, are they?"
"I don't know sir. What are we going to do?"
"First, we'll have to see how landed at the border first, then deal with everything else!"
"Right!"
-Meanwhile somewhere in ground-
"Oh my!" A woman exclaimed as she see the "falling stars" from the sky.
"Wow! So many shooting stars! Quick! Let's make a wish!"
"No, those aren't shooting stars... those are people!"
"Say what?!"
"People are falling out of the sky?" asked a young man's voice.
"My, such mysterious and unfortunate souls who fell from the heavens. Has fate taken an ill omen for thy souls who falls from the realm of the heavens?"
"What mein Fraulein means is it very strange for people to fall out of the sky. Has something happen that cause them to fall?"
"I do not know. But perhaps we should seek them out. They appeared to have fallen to Stardust Field."
"Then we should go and see if they're any survivors."
(Mario and Luigi: Superstar Saga plus Bowser's Minions ost - Stardust Fields)
"Ugh…" Elliot woke up, groaning. "Where am I?" He wondered as he slowly sat up, rubbing his head. He looked around to see rubble everywhere, pieces of the Koopa Cruiser were on fire, Koopas were sprawled on the ground, KO'd and groaning.
"Hey, are you okay?" A voice called out as footsteps approached Elliot and see Ashe offering his hand.
"Yeah, I'm okay." Elliot said as he takes Ashe hand. "Ooh... what just happened? Oh wait, I remember. We were attacked by... Fawful, right? The Koopa Cruiser exploded too."
"Yeah. I never imagined we would all somehow survive that." Ashe nodded before reacting to a pain of his shoulder. "Ow!"
"Hey, are you okay!?" Elliot exclaimed. "Here, let me help." Elliot pulled out his Orbal staff and then use his Craft: Holy Song and then heal Ashe.
"Phew, that's. That should take the load off of me." Ashe said as he roll his arm and shoulder. "Where's everyone else?"
"That what I wanna know..." Elliot sighed.
"Mmmph! Mmmph!" A voice called out as they turned to see Luigi's feet dangling from the ground.
"Oh! Hang on Luigi!" Elliot said as he and Ashe pulling the plumber out of the ground.
"Wah!" Luigi exclaimed. "Freedom!" He turned to Elliot and Ashe. "Thanks!"
"No problem." Ashe smiled, then they heard footsteps as they turned to see Mario approaching them while dusting himself off, and was joined by Jusis who got out of some rubble, then Rean approached them while dusting off some rubble from his shoulder.
"Well, that happened..." Rean sighed.
"Are all of you all right?" Jusis asked.
"We're fine it seems." Elliot answered.
"This is now what we expected. " Mario sighed.
"Where the earth is everyone else?" Ashe asked
"They must have been blasted off elsewhere." Rean muttered. "And we don't know where they are.
"Seems like it." Luigi nodded.
"Well, let's just hope all of us made it out okay." Ashe said. "I'm surprised that we all survive that. Normally that would had lead us all to our deaths."
"Your right. It should be impossible... and yet... we somehow survive..." Rean nodded.
"It's probably thanks to the Super Mushroom." Mario answered.
"The Super Mushroom?"
"Yes. It's important for everyone to eat the Super Mushrooms for dangerous situations like this. The Super Mushroom provides an invisible barrier while also teaches your body while also increases your physical durability. When you get hit, you will receive less damage. But the barrier will vanish. Just like when we fall from the sky. The barrier protected us from certain doom. However, it won't protect you from places that has sharp objects."
"Wait... you're telling us the Mushroom King Bowser order us to eat kept us alive?!" Ashe eye widen.
"Yep."
"Bowser..." Rean close his eyes. "So that's why. He was looking out for us and everyone from Fodlan..."
"Then it seems we owe him big time. And I bet everyone else is all right too." Elliot nodded.
"You're right. Once we find everyone, we should all give King Bowser our thanks." Ashe nodded. "Let's go and see if we can find any of our friends."
"Right." Rean nodded. But then notice somehting. "Wait! Let's check if our pokemon are okay."
"Oh right!" Elliot nodded.
"Pokemon?" Ashe title his head. and then Rean and Elliot pulled out their pokeballs and came out their pokemon. "Whoa!"
"Frokie." Rean's Frokie said.
"Popplio!" Elliot's Popplio cooed.
"Oh, thank goodness you guys are okay..." Elliot sigh with relief.
"A... seal and a frog?" Ashe blicked.
"Oh, sorry about that Ashe. These are our pokemon." Rean said.
"You mention that from before... What are they?"
"Pokemon are supernatural species with incredible abilities. They wield incredible power unlike we humans are capable off."
"Whoa! Those sounds amazing!"
"Right. We were surprised when we learn about them. My Popplio and Rean's Frokie are both water-type pokemon. There are 18 types of pokemon. I'll explain as we walk." Elliot smiled and they walked off together, noticing a building in front of them and they walked in.
(Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga ost - Jump! DX (Ground Theme))
"Well isn't this a fancy surprise." Said the green Hammer Bro.
"Hammer bros?" Rean asked.
"You are correct, however we're not like most hammer bros. We're friendly. Anyway, We weren't expecting the famous Mario Bros, and famous Class VII of the Mushroom Kingdom and Erebonia."
Elliot perked up a bit. "Oh! The Beanbean Kingdom has heard of us?"
"Word gets around quickly, especially when you rescue Peach from Bowser a few times. We also heard about Erebonia and the Mushroom Kingdom forming a treaty. Espcually the Orbal technology."
"I see." Elliot smiled as he giggled.
"Hmm…" Rean looked around. "Something tells me that you two are the border patrol and this right here is the border between the Mushroom Kingdom and the Beanbean Kingdom."
"Oh, he's an observant one." The first Hammer Bro chuckled.
"Oh! So that's why there's this building is here!" Ashe said.
"You're right. However, if I had another guess, there's more than meets the eye to cross the border."
"You're a sharp one too. You are correct." The Hammer Bro nodded. "In order to properly cross the border, you have to do the Border Jump test. If you don't know what that is, we basically have you jump over this rope… but there's a catch. You stand still while we move it toward you! We do tend to get creative, so be careful!"
"So it's a jump rope game?" Elliot asked
"That's correct." The Hammer Bro chuckled. "All right, let's begin!"
One minute of Border Jump later…
"There we go, you're all set!" The first Hammer Bro grinned. "Welcome to the Beanbean Kingdom!"
"Well that was a pleasant exercise." Ashe smiled.
"You're right. It's good to have some proper exercise now and then." Rean nodded as they walked out of the building.
(BGM ended)
(Resuming Stardust Field)
"Oh, wait up!" One of the Hammer Bros came running up to them. "We never get people crossing the border. Since we're on duty, you guys are the first people to ever cross the border! So, to commemorate the occasion… here's a map for all of Beanbean Kingdom!" He said, handing Mario the map. "Have fun!" He said and then ran off.
"Well, that's wonderful!" Rean said as he open the map. "So this is the Beabbean Kingdom's map. This will no doubt come in handy."
"You're right. Let's go everyone!" Elliot nodded as they walked off along the trail, jumping up on ledges, taking out some hostile Fighter Flies that attacked them… until they eventually came across a huge loaded Bill Blaster, and they heard a certain someone squirming on the inside… and a tail poking out.
"I think we found Bowser!" Elliot said as Mario jumped up to try to pull him out, but instead, Bowser managed to flip around and poke his head out of the cannon.
(Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions ost - Koopa Cruiser)
"Did you just flip the cannon and readjust yourself?" Mario asked
"I don't get it or how either." Bowser groaned."But never mind that, get me out of here!"
"King Bowser. Thank you for giving of those Super Mushrooms. If it weren't for those. We would had met our deaths." Ashe said as he bow.
"If you want to thank me then you can get me out of here!"
"Hmm... but how do we get you out exactly?" Rean asked as he think for a moment. "Wait... show yourself!"
"Nyeck Nyeck Nyeck!" A voice cackled as a large Spike-like creature landed near them. "Why, what an unexpected surprise. Look who do we have here in my cannon, the great Koopa King himself! Nyeck! How amusing!"
"Excuse me, but who are you?" Ashe asked.
"Nyeck nyeck nyeeeck! I am Tolstar, the great and famed king of Stardust Fields! And oh my, look who else is here. It's the famous Mario Bros, and Class...VII... wait, weren't there more of you?"
"There were, but we got separated." Rean answered
"Oh how unfortunate that I only see a small orange child among you."
"Wait, did you just call me a child?" Elliot pouted
"Nyeck nyeck nyeck!"
"For a king, you certainly don't have a presence nor the honor of one." Jusis comment.
"Who cares about presence and personality? But back to business, shall we? If you want me to free this guy, then you must pay up in coins! So give me all of your coins that you have and I might keep this between us, so cough it up!"
"All of- that's absurd!"
"Nyeck nyeck nyeck! Just doing business and if you want this guy and let you pass the Beanbean Kingdom scot-free."
Rean sighed. "Okay, huddle up." He said and then the group huddled together. "Well this is a hard situation we're in..."
"I'll say... he may be a king but he sure isn't act like one..." Elliot whispter
"Agreed... More importantly, this is a risky business. I don't like this one bit." Jusis nodded
"Yeah, not to mention he's greedy... but sadly, I don't think I can help... I have the currency of Fodlan, gold. I don't have the money of the Mushroom Kingdom." Ashe replied.
"Well we have some coins but what about you guys?" Luigi asked
"I have some coins from what I gather from our adventure so far." Rean nodded
"Same. I also have some Mira but I don't believe he wants them." Jusis said.
"I have some mass selpth I can exchange for mira but... yeah... that won't help." Elliot sighed. "Is there no other way?"
"It doesn't look like it. If we want to get Bowser out of the cannon, get into the Beanbean kingdom and take back Princess Peach's voice, this is the only option." Rean whisper.
"So... we go for it?" Mario asked.
"We don't have much of a choice... either we stay here and do nothing while our classmates and allies are scattered somewhere wondering what to do, or let Fawful and Cackletta achieve victory." Jusis said
"Go for it it is." Rean said, a they took out their wallets and give it all to Tolstar.
"Let's see here…" Tolstar counted it all up. "500 coins! …Ah, we have a problem!"
"What problem?" Elliot asked.
"These are Mushroom coins, not Beanbean coins." he said as he pulled out a calculator and pressing buttons. "So… if I add that to the value here… carry the one… we're looking at 50 coins!"
"FIFTY COINS?!" Everyone yelled.
"What kind of economy do you people run here?!" Bowser demanded to know.
"Nyeck Nyeck Nyeck! This isn't enough to keep this secret between us~! Unless if you continue exploring Stardust Field and get some Beanbean Coins further along the path, you won't be getting past here! I demand 100 coins!"
"100?! How are we supposed to get 100 Beanbean coins?!" Jusis complained
"Why don't you figure it not? It's not my problem."
"Why you-"
"Nyeck nyeck nyeck! Now go fetch me a hundred coins!" Tolstar laughed as the group walked off.
(Resuming Stardust Field)
"This is completely absurd!" Jusis muttered
"Yeah, that guy was unfair..." Elliot sighed.
"Unfortunately, we just have to roll with that guy's nonsense." Mario said as they nodded and went further into the fields, spotting a lot of ? Blocks as they went along and collected the coins. Some ? Blocks turned different colors when two of them hit it together. Turned a black and had "R" for Rean, Jade and had "J" for Jusis, orange and "E" for Elliot, red and "M" for Mario, and so on. Once they were done in one area, they went off to another spot and destroyed any Fighter Fly that got in their way.
The Mario Bros spotted a star panel on the ground. "What's that?" Luigi asked.
"No idea." Mario mused as they walked over to it, then turned around and waved everyone over to grab their attention as they walked over to the star panel… right as it opened up to reveal two smiling Toads.
"Sergeant Starshade! The shooting stars we just witnessed were an alien bombardment! …Probably! In the name of the Starshade Bros, we will find the alien scum and they will rue the day!" The Red Toad called out.
"…Pardon?" Jusis said with a blink of his face.
"Starshade bros?" Ashe title his head.
The Green Toad brought out a telescope as the Mario Bros had an idea, both of them looking at each other with a smirk and then Mario jumped up and landed on his brother's head and then moved in their direction.
"Aha! General Starshade, sir! I have confirmed the presence of a suspicious unknown entity! It is a vivid green color that pierces the eye!"
"Move to the left." Mario said as Luigi nodded and moved to the left right as General Starshade brought out his telescope.
"Mmm, yes! Sighting confirmed! However, I see not green, but red! Urgent! Pursue additional visual contact immediately!"
"Excuse us, but we're not aliens." Rean said to them.
The two put away their telescopes as they studied the Bros quizzically. "Oh! Incredible! They are not aliens, it is none other than Mario from the Mushroom Kingdom!"
"Luigi sighting confirmed! And look, they have brought the group of Miliary students! Class VII! Wait, but we only see three of them. And the gray hair one must be a new member!"
"Sergeant Starshade! Change of mission objective! Get autographs from these people!"
"Sir yes sir, General Starshade!"
Some autographs later, and an explanation on why they're here…
"Incredible! To think... Princess Peach's lovely voice has been compromised by the hand of some vile enemy! Her voice must be recovered no matter the cost! This is priority one, Sergeant Starshade! We must provide as much field support as we can!" General Starshade said.
"Very well! We Starshade Bros. will teach you the secrets of Bros. Action!" Sergeant Starshade exclaimed. "Master Mario! aster Luigi! Special Bros. Action training shall commence immediately! It is time you learned the High Jump and the Spin Jump!"
(Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga ost - Jump! DX (Ground Theme))
"High Jump and Spin Jump?" Luigi asked
"Correct Master Luigi! Let's begin with the High Jump. You jump up on Master Mario's shoulders!" Sergeant Starshade requested as Luigi jumped up on Mario's shoulders. "Now, since you are the superior jumper, you will have Master Mario grab on to your ankles, and then jump as high as you possibly can!"
"Well, this is suddenly turning into a different training facility." Rean whispered to the others
"Tell me about it." Elliot whispered back. "But you think this might come in handy?"
"Depends on the techniques." Jusis whisper.
"Ready, bro?" Luigi asked.
"Ready!" Mario nodded as Luigi bent his knees and jumped up as high as he could, taking Mario with him. "Whoa!" He exclaimed as both of them landed perfectly. "Now that is neat! This will come in handy!"
"Oh yeah. Though I feel like I was being pulled down a bit… no offense, bro."
"None taken!"
"Excellent work men! If you use your High Jump, you can climb ledges that you could never climb alone!" Sergeant Starshade praised.
"Next I'm going to teach you the Spin Jump. Master Mario, you jump on your brother's shoulders, then you twist your body and do a spin jump! It is quite simple!" He said as Mario nodded and jumped on his brother's shoulders, where Luigi grabbed onto his ankles as Mario twisted his body and began to spin around like a tornado.
"Wahoooo!" Mario exclaimed.
"WAAAAAAAH!" Luigi yelled as they landed a few seconds later as Mario jumped off while Luigi fell to the ground groggily. "Ugh… can Starshade Fields stop spinning? I'd like to get off…" He groaned.
"You will get used to this, Master Luigi! Keep practicing and you'll be able to develop a clear mind and you and your body can get used to it." Sergeant Starshade saluted. "Remember. It's possible to use the Spin Jump to jump across wide valleys and dangerous pits. Now! As for you four… you look like you could learn a few new tricks!"
"Us too?" Rean asked.
"Of course!" General Starshade said. "Now, Rean! What is that you specialize in?"
"Hmm... not sure with specialty but I'm a practitioner of the Eight Leaves One Blade School. My sword." Rean pulled out. "A Tachi is an eastern-style weapon. Same with the Eight Leave school."
"Eastern Style, huh? Tell us more." General Starshade requested as Rean explain about it. "Hmm, I got the idea now. In that case, let's focus on performing more than one consecutive strike technique on one of those forms. Now focus on clearing your mind."
Rean close his eyes and focus on calming his mind. In Rean's mind. He open his eyes and find himself in an empty void. Then versions of himself appeared. One involve is his power. Ashen hair and red eyes. It draw his Tachi and then Rean draw his. Then they both clash with each other but the Ashen form of Rean force Rean back and he roll over to the ground.
"It appears you're having some trouble. You must focus on calming your mind, body and soul, and clear your doubts. Let your surrounding be your ears. Follow what it's telling you." General Starshade voice said in Rean's mind.
"Channel the power of your soul. Imbue into your sword. And follow the movements of the sword."
Rean got back up and pick up his Tachi. The power within him was overwhelming. He was scared as flashback of his childhood lead to here.
'Imbue that power into my sword...' Rean taught as he close his eyes.
'What we call power is simply a measure of one's raw strength. Without knowing how to properly apply it, it has no real meaning. However, when you deny the power you already possess, you're only shortchanging yourself. Stand up, dust yourself off, and step forward. Grapple with that fear each day if that's what it takes. Uncertainty weighs on the hearts of all people, but it's far preferable to standing still.'
Rean remembers those words from a certain someone. Rean open his eyes and then he charge at the figure before him. He clash with that figure again. But this time, on equal footing and one final clash push both back. Rean close his eyes and then he swirls his Tachi and is ready to strike. Then suddenly, he can feel his soul, his sword in sync. His sword let a powerful upward slash, follow up with an slow swirl and stop at the center (Like stop at the clock stop at the 12.) Then a sphere appeared in front of him. Then he did a forward strike, his Tachi glowed with crimson fire, then turn his back and swing his sword downward left and the moon was cut in half. (Like the Fire Emblem Warriors Three Hopes Warrior special for Swordmaster/Mortal Savant.) Rean received a vision when he did an upward slash, he vision he was moving in speed that it's impossible for the naked eye and strike at his foe. And then he saw the rest. Rean learn a new craft/techique.
Rean open his eyes and he see his allies and the Starshade Bros jawdropped.
"Huh? What's wrong?" Rean asked as Mario pointed. Rean turn around and he witness he cut the wall he was staring at in half. "Whoa! I did that?!"
"You certainly did! Look like you learn a new technique that may come in handy!" General Starshade answered.
"Whoa... You're right... Thank you General!"
"Okay, what about you, Elliot?" Seargent Starshade asked.
"Huh? Me? Well... I use my Orbal Staff." Elliot pulled out his Orbal Staff. "It can let me cast Orbal Arts even without my ARCUS if I have it memorized. Other then that, I swing it and it unleashes orbal energy blast, and I can transform it into a violin device. And I learn some magic from Fiore called Music Magic. It can let me create music for offense and defense."
"So you're a mage. Got it. Hmm... How about we create a new defense form with your staff. Show me what you got." General Starshade said.
Elliot nodded and then he swing, swirl as he shot out Orbal energy blast some dodge movements.
"Hmm... Yep, you definitely need to improve your offense and defense form. Luckily, we can help and our specialty! Okay, I'll teach you. Sergent Starshade, you can teach the other one while I show this one some offensive techniques.
"Understood!" Seargent Starshade salute and then to Jusis. "What can you do?"
"I'm a partitional of Court fencing. A swordsmanship style for nobility in Erebonia. It is a graceful, powerful and agile style that relies on one-handed sword." Jusis said. "Casting Arts, or magic is part of it's style."
"Ooh a magic swordsman! Okay, show me your move on this dummy."
Jusis then perform his Court fencing skills by launching an elegant and agile slashes and jab attacks. Then use his Crafts as well on the dummy.
"Okay, I got the idea. Okay, let's try if you can imbue yourself with the Arts or magic."
"Imbue myself with magic?"
"Yes. Focus gathering whatever magic fits you." He said as Jusis nodded and then focus on gathering magic. He focus and a small force surround him and it was light blue color. "Good, good! Now how do you feel?"
"Hmm... more or less the same. I can feel myself empowered but what to do with it?" Jusis answered
"Let's try it out by attacking the dummy." Sergeant Starshade suggests as Jusis then strike the dummy, by launching a couple of trust rapidly. "Hmm... No, nothing. Okay now try pouring that magic into your sword. Jusis then begin to pour that magic into his sword and it begin to glow an icy aura. "That's more like it! Now strike at the dummy." Jusis follow his commend and launch some rapid trust attacks and came out was ice attack from the dummy. "Now that's more like it." Seargent Starshade grinned. "Your sword is now imbue with any magic that suits you. Remember, think of the element. You were thinking of ice. Now let's see what else you can do. See if you can channel a different element." Jusis nodded and then channel a different element and then this time was wind. "Ooh, wind element. Okay now try a different approach. I want you to attack four dummies I set up and be quick."
"Very well." Jusis nodded and then he dash towards one dummy and strike one then dash another, and another and an another.
"Oh nice. But how about we go faster and then unleash it in the center?"
Jusis nodded and then he focus and then he charge, but instead of dashing, he suddenly teleport to 4 corners of an imaginary square around him and the dummies, attacking with quick slashes. He then reappears in the center to do 4 upwards cross slashes. He then finishes by point his sword skyward, unleashing a large explosion of wind magic.
"Ohoho! That's good! But I think you can do more than that. You got one part of the offense, but be imaginative on both offense and defense form. I know you can do more than that."
"Certainly. I must admit. This is good exercise. I learn something new." Jusis said with a grin on his face.
"That is what I like to hear. Okay, now for you." Sergant Starshade turn to Ashe.
"Well, I can use a Bow, Axe, Lance. But I mostly focus on a Bow." Ashe answered
"I see. But let's see what you got."
Ashe nodded, pulled out his Bow and then shoot an arrow at the Target set up by Seargent Starshade. Then he shoot another arrow and move his body.
"Hmm... let's be more creative and flashe. I want you to shoot more then one arrow and let's see if we can also imbue those arrows."
"Imbue them? Like magic? I'm sorry, but i'm not good at magic."
"Not to worry. You saw what Jusis did right? Just do that."
"Well... All right..." Ashe nodded and then he close his eyes and then and waited and waited and nothing. "Nothing happen."
"What's the most important thing an Archer must learn?"
"Hmm... the wind?"
"Yes! Let the wind speak to you! Meditate! Breathe in and out and gather that wind and pour that into your bow and arrow!"
Ashe sighed and then meditate for a moment. And then listen to the wind and then channel the wind into his Bow.
"Okay, unleash it!"
Ashe then pulled his Bow and Arrow and launched it as his arrow was imbue with the wind and then strike at the target and suddenly it created a zone of wind.
"Whoa! I did that?" Ashe gasped.
"Ooh, interesting. Looks like you created a zone of wind. Maybe that can come in handy and throw your foes off guard! Keep practicing that and then shoot more then one arrow!"
Ashe nodded and then he did it again. It took longer and then Ashe shoot the Arrow into the air and it landed on the ground creating another zone of wind. Sergeant Starshade walk over to it and then he lifted himself into the air.
"Whoooa! Now this will come in handy! Now fire more arrows at the target!"
Ashe nodded and then he begin to shoot more then one arrow at a time. While General Starshade taught Elliot some new staff defense and offence attaks with the Orbal staff.
"Now get created and use your music magic with it!" General Starshade command.
"You got it!" Elliot nodded and then he swirl his staff and then slam it on the ground and then cast his magic as he pour it into his Orbal Staff. A magic circle appeared. "Chords Line!"
Then Elliot cast a music magic spell and spread his arms and a large wave of music appeared and elliot's allies including the Starshade Bros are surrounded by bells. Elliot's new defense spell.
"Good! GOOD!" General Starshade grinned.
Final lessons later...
(Resuming Stardust Field)
"Excellent. Your training has paid off! Our work here is done! Have a good day!" General Starshade saluted as they went into the star panel.
"Let's-a go!" Mario said as they nodded and took off, where they started to collect more coins and made sure they had more than enough. They headed back to where Tolstar was at and handed over at least 100 coins, keeping some coins to themselves.
"Ah, excellent! Thank you for the 100 coins!" Tolstar smiled. "It took you long enough! But well done in the end."
"Good, now get us out of here!" Bowser complained.
"Huh? You want out?" Tolstar asked. "You want me to help you? Who said I'd do that?"
"WHAT?!" The gang yelled.
"Grargh! Swindler!" Bowser yelled.
"But you said you'll help him out!" Ashe exclaimed
"You dirty coward! How dare you deceive us!" Jusis growled.
(BGM ended)
"Nyeck nyeck! You're not in the Mushroom Kingdom anymore! Outsiders begone!" He yelled, landing in front of them as they got in their battle stances.
"It is you who will begone! You'll pay dearly for this!" Jusis respond
"Let's-a go!" Mario declared as they got ready for battle and activated combat links. Well except for Jusis and Ashe doesn't have an ARCUS.
(Mario and Luigi Superstar Saga ost - Come On, Again!)
Greedy Swindler - Tolstar
Tolstar threw spike balls at the gang, but then they dodge and then Ashe launch more then one arrow towards Tolstar but Tolstar roll out of the way and then ran over and tackled Elliot. But then Rean block the attack with his Tachi as Elliot jump back. Rean then counter attack by launching slashes towards Tolstal and then Jusis dash to Tolstar's left and launch rapid trust attacks on Tolstar's attack.
"Take this!" Ashe shout and then launch an arrow into the air and landed on Tolstar and a zone of wind is underneath himand cause him to unbalance.
"Whoa, whoa whoa! I can't stop bouncing!" Tolstar exclaimed.
Mario had an idea. "Luigi! Remember those moves those Toads taught us? How about we use them in battle!"
Luigi grinned. "Oh yeah!" He grinned as Mario got behind him and then jumped up on his back, launching off with a Spin Jump as Luigi ran up as Mario flew over to him, where Luigi grabbed his feet as they flew up together and slammed into Tolstar by dive bombing together.
"D'oh!" Tolstar winced.
"My turn!" Luigi exclaimed as he jumped into the air, landing on Mario's hands as he leaped off, then Mario jumped over and grabbed him by the ankles and flipped Luigi over as the two of them divebombed into Tolstar, hitting him on the head.
"Argh! Not bad! But I'm getting warmed up!" Tolstar declared.
"I think I'll call my move Splash Bros!" Mario grinned.
"Bounce Bros for me!" Luigi smirked, the two of them high fiving.
"Nice one you guys!" Rean smiled.
"Oh yeah?" Tolstar regain his reflected as the zone of wind faded and then he starting throwing more spikes towards them and Jusis deflect one but then Tolstar charge and punch him.
Tolstar leap back and shell dive and cause the ground to shake before launching another spike ball towards Mario and Luigi.
"I don't think so!" Elliot yelled as he cast his music magic. "Sonata Rhythm Dance!" Elliot casted msic notes and swirl around Tolstar and exploded at him all over.
"Argh!" Tolstar cried as the music notes faded.
"Rain of Frozen Spears!" Jusis cast an ice spell and several ice appeared over Tolstar form into a sphere and launch towards Tolstar and exploded on him with a frozen of ice.
"Doawh!" Tolstar cried.
"I got you!" Ashe shout with a critical blow as he leaps into the air and then send five arrows towards Tolstar and strike him.
Then Rean and Elliot charge towards Tolstar who broke out of his ice prison and glared and launch more spike balls. They dodge and then Rean leap over and dive slash him while Elliot swirl his Orbal staff and launch several Orbal blast attacks onto Tolstar hard. Tolstar got back up and punched Rean. Then Mario charge and punch Tolstar in his cheek while Luigi uppercut him. Follow up with Elliot use his craft: Blue Lullaby and Rean follow up with Arc Slash. Jusis join by warp towards Tolstar corners with quick slashes and then reappeared in front of him and unleash a large exploding ice magic.
"AAAARGH!" Tolstar yelled being toss into the ice and frozen prison. then slam into the star panel as the ice crack and fell on his back in defeat.
(BGM ended)
(Resuming Stardust Field)
"Nye-ow…" Tolstar groaned.
"Hmph. That will teach you a lesson." Jusis said as he approached Tolstar and then take back all the coins he took from them. "We'll take back what is ours."
"Great! Now get me-" "You, sir, have been griping far too loudly for some time! We can't take it anymore!" A voice yelled interrupting Bowser, then a star panel opened up and knocked Tolstar away, having him land where he was before. Then appeared Seargent Starshade who flipped the Bill Blaster.
"Wait, Seargent Shatshade!" Ashe exclaimed but too late as Sergeant Starshade light up the fuse, then went back into the panel.
"Geaaaaargh! Everyone! It's up to you to get Peach's voice-"
BOOM!
"BAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAACK!" Bowser yelled as he was send flying, slamming into Tolstar as they kept flying.
"And there they go..." Rean sweatdrop as the others did.
"Oh no... we didn't save and thank him..." Ashe sadden.
"It's okay, Elliot. I think he already know. Still, now we can enter the Kingdom. Let's go." Rean said as they nodded, then headed off.
Phew! I had to admit, that took a while then I thought. I got a little carried away there. Also, it's hard coming up with something for new techniques to benefit everyone. Speaking off. I also need to list everyone's magic. Oh by the way. Were you wondering who were the people who saw our heroes falling from the sky? Well stay tuned and see! What else I should mention? I know I forgot something but what could it be? Oh yeah! Should I add in scan info on certain enemies? You know how Elliot or Emma's craft use analysis enemies and tells them data? I'll set up a pole for that. So answer quickly.