ZOIDS: Dangerous Blue Void: Ep.5 Albine's New Weapons
By drakora_master
Brian carefully treaded down the creaky stairs, knowing that one little noise could put an end to his coming adventure. Luckily, the intense storm that was [STILL] raging outside had not let up, and it not only muted his steps, but would also provide an excellent cover as he made his escape. Cautiously he opened the door to the basement and peeped in. Stumbling down into the blackness, the young boy groped along the walls until he discovered a light switch. Flicking it on, Brian watched as light flooded the colossal basement and he glanced around. Everywhere were badly damaged zoids in need of repair. A pile of mismatched weapons and parts towered in the back corner. But Brian did not pay much attention to these. He knew what he was looking for. After several minutes of searching, a loud grunt echoed around the walls. Brian flinched, hoping that his parents would not be woken up. Slowly, he turned around.
Albine was scarcely recognizable. The white Barigator that Brian had come to know so well was covered in a dark green armor. It had been polished to a shine, making it seem as if Albine was brand new. The cockpit door had been replaced, and the claws, which had been dull before, were now keen and razor-sharp. On the zoid's shoulders were two shiny black 20 mm cannons, complete with ammunition. On his lower back was a missile launcher turret with four missiles suitable for disposing aerial zoids. Albine roared in pleasure at the sight of his friend. Brian shushed him harshly.
"Shut up Albine! Do you want to wake up the entire town??!"
Albine growled gloomily at the lecture. Brian immediately regretted speaking so harshly to his fearsome partner.
"Err. Sorry. Anyway, Albine, I've decided that we should go out on an adventure together. We're going to get revenge for what that sea fleet did to us. How would you like life on the high seas?"
Unexpectantly, Albine's reply had a hint of doubt in it.
"Oh c'mon, Albine, you were built to swim! What, afraid of a little water?"
Albine shook his head and gestured toward a picture hanging on the wall. Brian approached it and sighed. It was a portrait of his father and mother, holding their baby for the camera. A wave of guilt surpassed him. Suddenly, a voice rang through his mind.
"Albine? But you can't. talk. can you?"
"Brian, listen, I'm talking telepathically. Your dad was generous enough to offer you the job of being a Protector. A Protector's job is to eliminate all harm that might come to their village. This town is in a very vulnerable state. You can't just leave it here!!!"
Brian believed that he was going insane. Surely, Albine didn't have psychic powers? The very thought of it would make him laugh. But whoever was talking to him was right. As a Protector, he couldn't possibly leave his family here. But another thought nagged him. Turning around to face Albine, he spoke aloud.
"I know that it would be dishonorable to leave. But we must. You see, I have heard of this sea army-the Kraken's Fortress. They are supposed to tax and raid all the coastal cities of Planet Zi. They are notorious for their cruel and harsh ways of conquest. I can't stand here and watch as they do to others what they did to us. Besides, the fleet is going to come back. I feel it. Instead of staying here and defending Morlsevort, we must go straight to their headquarters and attack. We will raise an army as we travel there, and then pay them back for what they did. So, are you with me?"
Though he did not show it, Albine greatly admired the bravery of his master. Still, he was doubtful that the boy could cope with battling an entire army that thousands of skilled Protectors could not defeat. But Albine was as ready for vengeance as Brian was, and would battle with him to the end. Roaring loudly, the white Barigator showed his allegiance appreciatively.
"That's the spirit! Oh, and SHUSH!!! You could wake up the dead roaring like that!"
Brian took one last look at Morlsevort, or what remained of it. He hated to leave his hometown, but also hated the thought of it being attacked again by those Kraken's Fortress freaks. Lightning spread across the sky, illuminating the Barigator for one fleeting moment. Lightning flashed again. However, this time, the zoid was nowhere to be seen.
To be continued.
Disclaimer: You know the drill. I don't own zoids, just the characters in my story.
A/N: Sorry if it was a bit short this time..
By drakora_master
Brian carefully treaded down the creaky stairs, knowing that one little noise could put an end to his coming adventure. Luckily, the intense storm that was [STILL] raging outside had not let up, and it not only muted his steps, but would also provide an excellent cover as he made his escape. Cautiously he opened the door to the basement and peeped in. Stumbling down into the blackness, the young boy groped along the walls until he discovered a light switch. Flicking it on, Brian watched as light flooded the colossal basement and he glanced around. Everywhere were badly damaged zoids in need of repair. A pile of mismatched weapons and parts towered in the back corner. But Brian did not pay much attention to these. He knew what he was looking for. After several minutes of searching, a loud grunt echoed around the walls. Brian flinched, hoping that his parents would not be woken up. Slowly, he turned around.
Albine was scarcely recognizable. The white Barigator that Brian had come to know so well was covered in a dark green armor. It had been polished to a shine, making it seem as if Albine was brand new. The cockpit door had been replaced, and the claws, which had been dull before, were now keen and razor-sharp. On the zoid's shoulders were two shiny black 20 mm cannons, complete with ammunition. On his lower back was a missile launcher turret with four missiles suitable for disposing aerial zoids. Albine roared in pleasure at the sight of his friend. Brian shushed him harshly.
"Shut up Albine! Do you want to wake up the entire town??!"
Albine growled gloomily at the lecture. Brian immediately regretted speaking so harshly to his fearsome partner.
"Err. Sorry. Anyway, Albine, I've decided that we should go out on an adventure together. We're going to get revenge for what that sea fleet did to us. How would you like life on the high seas?"
Unexpectantly, Albine's reply had a hint of doubt in it.
"Oh c'mon, Albine, you were built to swim! What, afraid of a little water?"
Albine shook his head and gestured toward a picture hanging on the wall. Brian approached it and sighed. It was a portrait of his father and mother, holding their baby for the camera. A wave of guilt surpassed him. Suddenly, a voice rang through his mind.
"Albine? But you can't. talk. can you?"
"Brian, listen, I'm talking telepathically. Your dad was generous enough to offer you the job of being a Protector. A Protector's job is to eliminate all harm that might come to their village. This town is in a very vulnerable state. You can't just leave it here!!!"
Brian believed that he was going insane. Surely, Albine didn't have psychic powers? The very thought of it would make him laugh. But whoever was talking to him was right. As a Protector, he couldn't possibly leave his family here. But another thought nagged him. Turning around to face Albine, he spoke aloud.
"I know that it would be dishonorable to leave. But we must. You see, I have heard of this sea army-the Kraken's Fortress. They are supposed to tax and raid all the coastal cities of Planet Zi. They are notorious for their cruel and harsh ways of conquest. I can't stand here and watch as they do to others what they did to us. Besides, the fleet is going to come back. I feel it. Instead of staying here and defending Morlsevort, we must go straight to their headquarters and attack. We will raise an army as we travel there, and then pay them back for what they did. So, are you with me?"
Though he did not show it, Albine greatly admired the bravery of his master. Still, he was doubtful that the boy could cope with battling an entire army that thousands of skilled Protectors could not defeat. But Albine was as ready for vengeance as Brian was, and would battle with him to the end. Roaring loudly, the white Barigator showed his allegiance appreciatively.
"That's the spirit! Oh, and SHUSH!!! You could wake up the dead roaring like that!"
Brian took one last look at Morlsevort, or what remained of it. He hated to leave his hometown, but also hated the thought of it being attacked again by those Kraken's Fortress freaks. Lightning spread across the sky, illuminating the Barigator for one fleeting moment. Lightning flashed again. However, this time, the zoid was nowhere to be seen.
To be continued.
Disclaimer: You know the drill. I don't own zoids, just the characters in my story.
A/N: Sorry if it was a bit short this time..