CHAPTER 4: SUMMONING THE DRAGON; FLAMES OF THE PHOENIX

DISCLAIMER: I DO NOT OWN DRAGONBALL Z OR RANMA ½ THEY ARE PROPERTIES OF AKIRA TORIYAMA AND YUMIKO TAKAHASHI.

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It has been a week since Ranma had gained the power of the dragon and he was afraid of it for he feared the worse. Nothing was helping at all he managed to burn his clothes off every time. Lamika had to think of something seeking out the ancient journals from her little computer that she had on her she hoped to find the answer. She dug into the journal hoping to find the answer. It was till she turned to a page that she found it why was Ranma so hot and on fire all the time. It was found in an ancient book of spells on olden magic it read:

When on becomes possessed by a being of immense immortal power they also acquire the creatures power they are known as the miko. Once a miko begins to experience the power of the immortal being they will experience some unknown or obvious problems. They are usually allowed to use the powers of the immortal for over three times each time the miko becomes consumed by the immortal. If one full moons time does not come in time for the miko they will die unknown deaths.

            Legend has it that there was a case that person tried to take the power of an immortal being known as the dragon saiyan. This remarkable creature is the guardian of the legendary Dragon's Gate a jewel of immense power that allows a person to travel threw time and dimension. But the jewel only obeys its master so if anyone tries to steal it will die a horrible death between worlds. The dragon saiyan on the other hand is very powerful possessing the powers of both the dragon and the phoenix gave this creature immortality. If one where to be possessed by this creature would only experience discomfort for the miko due to the fact that the phoenix powers become obvious. They will also posses the saiyan's power to transform into its dragon form but maintain no control over it. Due to the dragon's hunger the miko will sometimes wake to find a carcass of a victim that the dragon had consumed. If not summoned by the time the full moon is out of the following month after the possession has occurred then the person would burn in the phoenix fire and the saiyan will be reborn only to regret the actions of its rebirth. The spell to undo this must take place during the full moon when it is at its zenith with the Dragon's Gate around his or her neck. The spell goes like so

I call upon the powers of the stars

Of great gods that roam the heavens

I the saiyan no miko call forth the dragon saiyan

Whose name is unknown to many yet the deed is legend

I summon her from the depths of my body

Come forth and undo what was done

I call you forth from my soul

From the heavens and the earth

Earth and sky

I the saiyan no miko summon you

COME FORTH!

Only when this spell is said then the saiyan will be released and those who made it possessed in the first place will be punished. Or what ever was done by mistake will be undone and the miko will be free of the phoenix fire.

            Lamika was glad of this and ran out as fast as she could to find Ranma and Akane to tell them the good news.

"So let me get this straight if I say this spell by the full moon then I will be able to wear clothes again?" said Ranma as he looked out from his doorway. Lamika nodded "According to the book the phoenix fire is the only reason why you can't wear clothes. And when you where the dragon you had no control over the being for it will kill and consume who ever is the intended victim."  Akane cringed with this shock "So Ranma can't wear any clothes until this is over?" she asked Lamika nodded her dark ebony hair covered her eyes and her pointed ears listened to the slightest sound." It was then that the wall began to break and Ryouga ran into the building, "RANMA! HOW DARE YOU STAND NAKED IN FRONT OF AKANE!" he yelled as he tried to touch Ranma but was blocked by immense heat. "OUCH!" he yelled as his fist touched burning hot skin. Ranma stood shocked at all this. Feeling even hotter he ran from the house. "Ranma wait come back," called Akane as she ran to the door.

            Rain was falling while Ranma ran thought the rain the phoenix fire kept him dry but naked while he ran as far away from the city as possible.  I am hurting too much people! He thought I make them suffer with this power. With tears in his eyes he ran away from the home he once knew and into the cold mountain area. He tripped on a stone and stood crying. You only make those people suffer even more then you are suffering now Ranma said a voice. "Go away you it was your fault for making me like this it is more embarrassing then ever." Ranma yelled

I am only standing for truth here I did not live for five thousand years to see more people suffer.

"You may not like it was well as I do but I have a good reason for running, what if I hurt someone I know in that dragon form? Huh? What if it is Akane?"

You may be a miko now but that does not mean that you can learn how to control the dragon so that it cannot hurt those you love.

"What are you talking about? You heard what Lamika said that dragon form can't be controlled it kill who I point at with out stopping!"

But she also said that there was only one other besides yourself that suffered the same fate. I should know that person was evil she did not listen to me when I tried to teach her to control my powers and she was consumed and I was reborn with regret I wont let that happen to you Ranma not again.

"So by you teaching me you make amends for the crime you did centuries ago?"

Yes

"Well then teach me I am ready to be your student."

Ryouga was nursing his hand in a bucket of cold water when Moose came in with the herbs from Cologne. Akane was bandaging his hand once again as Moose applied the bandages to his hands. "What was that all about that was the second time that I got burned by Ranma." He said with discuss. "Ryouga how many times did I tell you that Ranma is not normal he has these powers until that power goes away nobody is safe from it." Ryouga sighed no longer in love it Akane he let her ease his hand into the ice again. At that time Ryouga's girlfriend Ukyo was beyond mad she yelled at him about his actions against her childhood friend. Her anger was not questioned by his look. It was then that the air was all of a sudden filled with flapping wings of thousands of bird people. "What the hell is this I thought we where threw with Saffron?" said Akane it was then that Kima landed in front of the Tendo Dojo her hair was free in the wind as she looked around. "Where is Ranma?" she said "Ranma is gone," Said Cologne who just entered her staff raised high above her as she came into the building followed by Shima.

"Why do you want him Kima I thought the ordeal was over." She said coming closer "OH no it is not for my lord he wants him to come to him for he too posses the powers of the phoenix." The looks of confusion crossed on their faces for only a second until they remembered what Lamika said. "Why do you want Ranma to challenge Saffron," asked Ryouga getting up from where he was sitting. "Like I said it is not for my lord it is for the man in sky he is holding my lord hostage until we find Ranma and kill him. Then we must bring this Lamika woman back to the ship." Lamika backed away afraid of what is going to happen to her and worse Ranma the saiyan. "Tell your master to kiss my ass for all I care." With that she left out towards the window and disappeared into the night.

            "So all I have to do is picture the fire as nothing but a small kindle for it to go down?" asked Ranma as he concentrated. The heat from his body slowly cooled down till he was able to touch a leaf without burning it to ash. As you can see the phoenix fire is your battle aura it can either spread or be controlled but never kindled. As long as you either think like that or think of something cold keep yourself cold the fire will be reduced enough that you will not hurt anyone. With all the concentration Ranma put into it he could not bring it down not one notch. "It is too powerful for me I can't hold it much longer." With that the leaf was nothing but burning ash even when there is nothing in the way of flames. You have no proper control over your ki you have to train in another world another time. With that Ranma was totally confused by now with all this.

            Lamika was flying for the past three hours her wings where tired but she must move on. She flew further west over mountains and seas not looking back to the land that Jakal had tried to take over. Suddenly a net was thrown over her what is going on was racing in her mind but she knew who it was for she tried to get free. The nets held her in place as she was forced to land. A shrill laughter filled the mountains where she passed over. Hitting the ground hard she tried to get up but to no avail Lamika was trapped. Tears filled her eyes as a dark shadow came to her. "So my dear we meet at last after all these years." Her heart filled with dread as Jakal came over to her.

            Ranma could feel Lamika getting caught as well as the dark dread of despair as he felt her. His heart was filled with anger, Lamika's in danger I must save her he thought as he started to run  in the direction he thought of a voice stopped him. You are not ready yet Ranma face Jakal now and you will die a horrible death Lamika can take care of herself you on the other hand must learn to control my power before you become consumed time is short for both of us. You must begin the spell. Ranma was angry but Mart was right he must wait till he is ready then he can rescue Lamika. Holding the dragon's gate that appeared from who knows where he began to chant.

"Powers of the crystal

Master I am not I call you forth

By the wishes of your master I Ranma Saotome saiyan no miko call to you

Open the door to the realm of the master monkey

One who carries your brother"

As Ranma continued to chant the crystal began to glow from his hand. It grew brighter with each sentence.

"Open the door let me threw

Let me be the one to train

Let me be the one to learn

Let me serve you better"

At that last statement the jewel glowed till it lengthen into a long staff in the shape of a dragon. Grabbing it Ranma hit it hard into the air and a doorway seemed to open. It was like water unlike anything he saw before. He was hesitant as if afraid to enter. Enter Ranma for the crystal knows who to trust now trust it to bring you threw safely. Mart encouraged him and he stepped threw.

            The world suddenly grew very bright for Ranma as he was swept throw a tunnel of light and flown past hundreds of different realities. At the end of the tunnel he was thrown out into an ocean. There he resumed his curse form and crawled onto the nearby shore. Gasping for air she caught her breath as she walked further into shore. There was nothing but desert everywhere and not a single tree grew for as far as Ranma was concerned. Walking further she let the water dry off her and headed further inland. She seemed to have walked for mile until she reached a nearby town. Tapping a small bald traveler on the head she called to him. A blond woman turned to her as well looking very jealous, "Excuse me sir?" she called to him the man turned to look at her, "Yes is there something you want ma'am?" he said. "Sorry to bother you and your wife but do you know where I can find a Mr. Vegeta?" she said and the man went pale. His wife on the other hand was calm, "Why do you want Vegeta girl?" Ranma bit her lip not knowing what to do. Pull out your tail they will know then, Ranma then proceeded to pull out her tail and a gasp came from around the store. "Well you said it I will take you to him said the man by the way my name is Krillin I am a friend of his."

            It was a long drive from the small town to West Capital but Krillin was sure he could get Ranma to see Vegeta. As they neared a very round building Ranma could not read the writing but Mart could. Capsule Corporation home to the saiyan prince Vegeta. Ranma was silent on that one he would not comment what the dragon was saying. Instead he concentrated on the task ahead. When Krillin finally parked the car Ranma waited for some assistance it was then that a woman in a blue flowing dress with matching hair came out from the building. She was still attractive but age was creeping up on her. "Krillin who is this that came to see Vegeta?" asked the woman. "Sorry Bulma but the girl here wanted to see him very badly." Bulma looked at Ranma up and down when she saw the tail she was convinced. "Alright thanks for dropping her off I will go tell Vegeta about her. With that she turned her head and walked inside. "Kids these days need to wear more clothes." Ranma after hearing her comment hid in embarrassment.

            It took a few minutes before an average looking man with wild hair came out from the building. His height was about average but that was not what bothered Ranma it was the fact that this man had hair the shoots straight up and a tail that came out of his body like he does. He looked Ranma up and down and she tried not to look embarrassed about it. "Get in before I have news reporters." He barked at her which startled her. Don't worry he does this all the time. Mart reassured her as she came inside. Bulma tried to put a blanket on her only to have it burned off. Vegeta looked at her with interest, "So it seems to me that you have a problem with clothes and modesty is that correct?" he asked Ranma shook her head. "No sir I have problems with having an immortal stuck in my body whose powers I can't control and contain so I am stuck like this." She said looking annoyed at him. Looking closer Vegeta noticed the necklace around her neck. "Where did you get that girl?" he said to her "It was on me after I became possess." She said and Vegeta looked at her, "Are you a miko then?" "Yes" said Ranma looking at him with weary eyes. "Well from the looks of it you are a fighter am I correct?" he said and Ranma once again nodded. "Good for the training you are about to receive will burn in your gut even after the summoning." With that Vegeta turned and headed out the door but before he turned the knob, "TRUNKS GET YOUR FUCKEN BUT DOWN HERE NOW!" he bellowed and Ranma was greeted by a handsome looking purple haired young man about Kuno's age.

            Trunks ran at the call of his father even though he was an adult no one would yell at Vegeta and get away with it. As he ran to his fathers call before he hurt someone. When he met up with his father he was surprised to find a girl there in her late teens. Trunks thought Vegeta was going to set him up on a date but it turns out that he was just getting a new student by the look on his face. "As of today Trunks we are going to train a Miko in controlling her powers understood," he growled and Trunks nodded his head.

            Back in Nermia Shampoo, Cologne, Moose, Akane, Ukyo, and Shima was in the Cat Café discussing the time they had left before Ranma was to summon Mart from his body. "All these events that Jakal is doing now are only hurting us up to this point. If we don't find Ranma and soon they will destroy our world and Ranma would die." Cologne said, "You are right Cologne but they now have Lamika for I can sense it. They where after her in the first place conquering galaxies as they go for as immortals they still can be killed but one has to really be powerful enough to kill an army of dragon kind. Like me they are shape shifters able to become the dragon and kill what they like. They plague our world with pain and suffering of others. I may have lived on Mars but I know what was going on in the universe. I fear since Lamika was once a princess she was desired by Jakal but I think he is remaining here looking for Mart. He is waiting for her so he can take his revenge for one who challenged him and lived." Shima said with a sad tone in her voice. She then turned her head towards the heavens and howled.

            In the darkness of a dungeon Lamika was wrapped in chains her head spinning as she woke to find her surroundings. It was then that the door opened and Jakal walked in with some of his men looking towards their leader with interest. They where also wanted to know what he was up to. "Well Lamika it looks like you are in a predicament." He said to her smugly. Lamika spat in his face trying to insult him in every way she can. It was not working at all for he smiled at her. "Still as spunky as always I see." He said to her with a smug look on his face. "After three thousand years of waiting you are ripe for the picking." He said to her his eyes where full of lust as he gazed on her. "You expect me to be you bitch after all these years after what you did to me I don't think so asshole." She said and once again spat in his face. This time he slapped her face. "You are just like that because there is hope in that miko friend of yours but you just wait till the time is right and then while the other friend of yours is still trapped I will kill her." As he came into her view she saw the scar on his right eye. "Your friend did this to me she is the first to do that and now I will kill her for it before I leave and destroy this world with it." He laughed as he exited out the door.

            Time seems to be on a standstill as Vegeta and Trunks trained Ranma as time seems to go on. It was the room of spirit and time and for the past two days they trained but in the rooms it was over two years. Now it was time for them to come out battered and beat up Ranma, Vegeta and Trunks emerged as victors of what they have accomplished. Now Ranma was ready to fight as was able to control Marts power. You have done well Ranma. Said Mart in Ranma's body and he nodded.

            Back in Nermia things where going for the worst after the meeting the group found themselves face to face with Jakal's troops. Each was blood thirsty as ever. The whole city was in a flaming inferno as they attacked. Dragons flew everywhere and flames emerged from their mouths. Demons hacked the poor souls of those unfortunate enough to get in their way. Akane fought as long as she had now she was covered in blood help those less fortunate people escape. Moose was fighting another demon to cover Akane along with Shampoo. Cologne was fighting a dragon that got in the way of escape. Ukyo was with Ryouga who had gotten lost again and came back to find the city in ruins. The two of them stood back to back as they fought off more of the demons. It was still bright in the day as they fought them off more and more came to replace them. It was a hard fight they had to team up with also the bird people. Who was enslaved by Jakal in the first place to bring back Ranma for Saffron now are fighting along side.

FLASHBACK:

"We want Ranma Saotome to return to us at once our lord Saffron wants to see him." Said Kima "And why does Saffron want Ranma?" demanded Akane as she looked at the bird woman. "Because he also has the power of the phoenix and my lord wants to challenge him." She said. "Ranma is not here," said a voice and they turned to find Cologne at the door with Moose and Shampoo with her. "You are lying when you said that Ranma is wanted by Saffron." She said accusingly as she looked at her with those large eyes of hers. "Yes you are right," she said defeated "Lord Jakal wants him for I don't know what but I do know that he took our young lord from us and is using him for his own purposes. And we can't do anything until we get him back safely and that is to bring Saotome back." She said. Cologne looked at her. "Don't listen to Jakal he is full of lies he will keep your leader so long as he is in control." She said looking at the bird woman. Kima was filled with anger at this and she flew off followed by the troops that she brought and went back to Phoenix Mountain.

END FLASHBACK:

            Kima kept her word as she came back with reinforcements. They quickly flew back to Nermia only to find the ship that bore there lord was still there. And the whole town was burning as dragons filled the air and demons were on the ground. Kima and her troops filled the skies as they attacked the also called upon Herb and his legions. They helped by fighting on the ground. All these forces combined could not stop the monsters from killing a lot of people.

            Akane in the meantime was helping and old woman who had suffered some cuts and bruises into one of many evacuations trucks and turned only to fight a demon. His clawed hands where covered in blood but she was able to fight him off with her hands. Panting from exhaustion she kept fighting on hoping Ranma was able to come back in time. But things could not turn for the worse until a dark shadow descended from the skies as a dark green dragon came from the sky. As he landed his posture of authority showed that he was a commander. "Jakal!" hissed Shima as she fought her way along side Akane her claws grazing her enemies as she howled her rage. The werewolf fought her hardest even in old age she still got it. "That is Jakal?" said Akane as she looked at the dragon. "That is him in his dragon form." She said. It was then that the dragon turned his head to look at them his golden eyes shone brightly as dark clouds descended from the sky causing it to become dark. Thunder loomed in the sky and rain began to fall. Akane could here the cries of Shampoo, Moose, Ryouga and the bird people as they changed their forms. "Oh no the Jusenkyo curses!" screamed Akane but she was lucky that the bird people could still fight. The others where trying their best but to no avail.

            Ranma flew as fast as he could his wings pumping as he was flying off of Dende's lookout the young Namek wished them luck. Vegeta knew that they needed backup as they flew from place to place calling all the Z fighters to help the people in Nermia. Goku was also among them that wanted to help. As they flew Ranma could not help but smile at the thought of going home to see Akane again. The journey was long and never ending but eventually they got the whole group together all of the Z fighters due to their lack of aging was able to help in the cause that Ranma was now fighting for. They flew towards the sunset as Vegeta began the spell that would take them back. A light appeared before them they where in that same tunnel. Again they where flown until they came to a beam of light that was Ranma's world. As the emerged the saw the burning city and headed towards it.

            It was when Akane and the others where about to give up hope when they heard the sound of a roar. Looking towards the skies they saw the form of a black dragon along with some others the flew along side it. "Ranma!" Akane yelled to the dragon as it flew over head heading for Jakal. The green dragon looked at its new opponent with golden eyes it lifted its head and roared. Hundreds of dragons rose to the attack. But Ranma's friends where ready they began to fire at the dragons. It was an all out dogfight between the Z fighters and the dragons. There is Jakal we must hurry for the sun is about to set and the time is near. Said Mart and Ranma could feel the fire over him now that he has control over the dragon's rage and desire he aimed it at Jakal. After spending two days in the room of spirit and time he could now fight the monster till the time of summoning comes. The green dragon took to the air claws ready as Jakal came after Ranma.

            Akane and Shima watched as Ranma and Jakal battled in Mortal Combat the two engaged each other with claws and teeth. Akane was caught off guard when a sword came up to her. Luckily a blast saved her and she turned to find a blue haired girl looking at her. She was in strange armor but her power was unmatched as the demons came after her instead of Akane. She fought them off two at a time then took off to fight more. It was then that Kima came up sword in hand to back Akane up. She looked at them and smiled as she fought off another demon. Shima and Akane also fought along side her. "The time of summoning is almost upon us!" said Cologne as she batted a demon with the Hyru Shoten Ha.

            Over the skies two titans clashed one black one green. Jakal was not about to lose his revenge for the sake of one measly dragon. He fought with his claws biting the black dragon at the base of its head and choking it. Ranma tried to get it off of him as he fought the monster Jakal. The phoenix fire over came him and Jakal was burned. He let go of Ranma and fired a blast at him which he dodge. While they where fighting the sun was setting in the background. All around the darkness was coming and the demons where rejoicing as they fought there human and animal opponents. It was at this time that Jakal grabbed Ranma by the snout and threw him to the ground. Being unconscious Ranma reverted back to his girl form. The sun had set at this point but because of the wound on Ranma's neck she could not get up.

            Ryouga being the closes saw this and followed the falling form of Ranma until it hit the ground. "Ranma wake up you have to summon Mart come on the time is almost here Ranma!" he called and blasted another demon with the Shi Shi Hokudan. He fought to defend Ranma at all cost. He was joined by a tall man with wild looking hair. Goku looked at Ryouga and smiled. "Well you must be one of Ranma's friends nice to meet you in combat friend." He said "The same to you," said Ryouga as the two of them fought along side each other.

            Moose and Shampoo in their animal forms also fought but they where exhausted. It was then that a dragon came upon them tried to burn them with its fire. They dodged it but managed to get a good distance away from it. The monster returned to human form and ran after them.

            It was an all out war as human and beast fought each other in a battle to the death. All the while the moon began to rise. It was then that Ranma breathed his last. "No!" cried Ryouga as he saw Ranma die before him. As the Miko died so did all hope of bringing him back to normal. Her nude form was cold now that all the fire was gone.

            Shima and Cologne sensed the death of their friend and so did Akane as she felt tears come to her eyes. It was then that a dark shadow came over and Jakal landed in front of the group. Reverting to his human form he put his clothes on with his power. He began to walk to where the body lay and smiled "No more dragon to save the day eh." He said with a smile. As he smiled he walked over to the body and began to burn it. Goku and Ryouga could do nothing but watch.

Once again Ranma found himself before Mart she stood in her battle clothing ready to emerge. "Ranma are you ready to fight for the lives of those you love?" she said to him and he nodded. "The time is almost here." She said and Ranma was ready.

            It was a very bloody battle the moon was rising as everyone was fighting. Akane was devastated as she ran to Ranma only to find his body in ash there was not even a single bone left of her. Akane began to cry out in rage against Jakal but the dragon changeling was ready and threw her to a wall. "Burn this place down!" he said. Akane watched in horror as the bloodied remains of the dead where burned. The other fighters came up to her they too where bloodied by the fight. Even the new fighters that came with Ranma also where like that. Tired and weak they made there way to Jakal each wanting revenge but Jakal took them all down. The moon rose higher and higher and they all lost hope. Jakal was laughing at them for their weakness. "You are fools for trying to destroy me. I am Jakal descended from the line that was of the Dark Lords in the time of Darkness. Now I took my revenge and I have my mate and soon I will have an heir to this time of Chaos." With that he laughed until a voice was heard. "You may have won the battle but you will lose the war like you ancestors did." The voice was female and they all turned to find a glowing form surrounded by fire. "Ranma?" whispered Akane. Ranma Saotome stood in front of them her nude form filled the light.

            Jakal was laughing "So you have resurrected yourself young lady but you will not survive this." With that he threw fire at her only to have it batted away. "It is you that will go down for now the moon is at its zenith and you my friend are about to meet your ancestors." With that she began to chant.

"I call upon the powers of the stars!

Oh gods that roam the heavens,"

As Ranma chanted he began to glow. Flames spouted from her form as the wind began to pickup. Dark clouds began to swirl around her.

"I the Saiyan No Miko call forth the Dragon Saiyan!

Whose name is unknown to many yet the deed is legend!"

Her form began to glow bright and Jakal had to shield his eyes but he had a smirk on his face. He watched as Ranma grew crimson wings from his back and raised them high.

"I summon her from the depths of my body!

Come forth and undo what was done!"

It was then that Akane witnessed something wonderful. As she watched Ranma glow and burn in the phoenix flames.

"I call you forth from my soul!

From the heavens and the earth!

Earth and Sky!"

Ranma then raised her arms to look at the heavens which glowed with lightning.

"I the Saiyan No Miko summon you

COME FORTH!"

With that she disappeared in a beam of light that was really bright. All around all the fighting had stopped.

            In her cell Lamika could see the beam of light from the widow monitor and a weak smile broke from her face. "She did it now Jakal you will pay for what you did."

With that she fell unconscious.

            Saffron was in another cell looking at the beam of light and he knew that something was up and he hoped it was good.

            The beam reached up to the heavens and Ranma looked at the winged form of Mart who stood before him surrounded by light. "You did it Ranma you have managed to summon me now I return the favor and undid what was done to you plus extra." With a wave of her hand Ranma was now a male but his eyes widened as clothes formed around him. He was fully clothed in his usual Chinese clothes and he was once again in the beam of light.

            As the light cleared Ranma stood fully clothed and once again the rain fell but this time he did not turn into a girl but remained the same. The wind flew threw his hair all the cuts and bruises where gone. He turned to Akane and the others and yelled "GET THE HELL BACK THIS COULD BE UGLY!" the others all headed for safer distances including him. Jakal thought this was amusing and began to advance on them when another beam of light came down. With it a shape formed her form was well toned as clothes filled her. A staff in one hand and a sword on her back. Her black hair flowing in the wind as the light faded to reveal Martha Kahalewai once again back to normal.