Sorcerer, Knight, Digimon

Inside the room, Takato could see not only a sorcerer, but a young warrior and a pair of lizard like Digimon as well. The sorcerer had black hair and blue eyes framed with glasses. He had on white robes and a white bishop's hat. There was a golden cross on his hat, and he had a golden belt, collar, and borders on his robes. His shoes were brown.

The warrior had light brown hair and blue eyes. On his head was a steel Viking's Helm, and he had on a full body armored suit. Over that was another piece of armor that covered his chest, torso, shoulders, and went a little bit down his legs with side guards. There was also a pair of steel gauntlets and short steel boots. The boots, gauntlets, and helm were spiked with gold down the center.

Both Digimon were green and resembled lizards with large elf-like ears and golden eyes. The only difference was their dress and weapons. The one belonging to the sorcerer had on a long brown robe with a golden turtle neck collar, belt, and some of the front lining. He had on leather boots, and a large brown top hat with a white band, worn so his eyes were on the band. In his hands, he carried a pair of rods with wooden poles and a large golden ball at the end.

On the other hand, the one belonging to the warrior had only a fur skirt held on by a golden band, as well as a golden turtle neck collar that stretched from shoulder to shoulder. On the shoulders and knees, he had another tuft of fur. This one also wore leather boots. The hat on his head was a Viking Helm, much like his master, but in leather with golden horns, and room for his eyes to stick out.

"Who are you?" asked the sorcerer, "Who dares to disturb the Great Kenta's research?"

"Kenta, take a look at them, they must be Galneon's lackeys," the warrior stated.

Kenta replied, "You're right Kazu. They've probably come to steal the sword."

Takato looked at the back of the room. Indeed, he could see a sword hanging on the wall. It was made of pure crystal, like the other items in the temple. He realized it was the legendary Crystal Sword. Rika stepped foreword. "I'll handle this Takato. Sleep." With that, she released a spell over the two humans and their Digimon to make them fall fast asleep.

"Well done Takato and Rika," a voice called from the shadows, "You have managed to find the Crystal Sword, close the portal letting the wild Digimon in, and take out the guardians."

At that moment, Ryo stepped into the room. He was holding a small box in his hand. The man pushed a button, and Reimon used her Magical Bolt to make the forcefield around the sword disappear. Then Rika picked up the sword and gave it to him.

"You're controlling their minds!" exclaimed Takato.

Ryo said, "Indeed I am. It's the only way to keep Lord Galneon's servants under his tight control. I have been given the divine mission to find the three legendary treasures, and thanks to your help, the first one is already in my grasp."

Takato clenched his fists in rage. "You better let Rika and Reimon go right now. They're not your playthings. Galneon can get his servants from among those who believe he is in the right. So why must you take control of the life of another person?"

"I don't know, because its fun," Ryo replied, "Well, the time for talk is past. Killemon, strike Primamon without mercy. Use the power of your Champion form."

Suddenly, Takato found that he was unable to move. He could only watch as Killemon Digivolved to Assassimon and knocked out Primamon with his Disembowl technique. In this form, the Digimon was wearing a black ninja's outfit and a bandanna on his head. A golden belt with an emerald on it was around his waist, and his knives had grown in length if not their width. Then he saw Ryo poised to attack him, and controlling Rika to cast a spell on him.

"You fool. I stung you before we entered this room, and I see it's starting to take affect. There is no way that you will break that spell before we have killed you," Rika exclaimed.

Takato yelled, "Fight it Rika. You're under Ryo's control."

Rika laughed. "The only one in control around here is Lord Galneon. His divine dreams of creating a utopia can only be realized by unsealing the legendary beast D-Reaper from its long slumber. With that power, he will end all the wars on this planet and all will live in peace forever. How about it Takato, why don't you join us too? I'm sure you want there to be eternal happiness for all."

"Eternal happiness, don't make me laugh," the just waking Kenta said, "The only thing the D-Reaper's return will spell is D-O-O-M, doom for all the life on this planet. Has Galneon not learned from the past? Doesn't he remember what the beast did last time it came to our world?"

"Be quiet fool! How dare you compare Master Galneon to the one who released the D-Reaper to kill off all humans? Master Galneon will absorb D- Reaper's power, and make himself a god on that strength. Will you still be laughing then?" asked Ryo.

Kenta yelled, "I won't let you do that! There is no way that we will be driven down the path of ruination. Go, Magimon. Get back that sword."

Magimon stepped foreword. "Go my rod of fire. Flame Blaster."

Although Magimon stopped the duo from killing Takato, he didn't recover the sword. Ryo was smart enough to retreat, and he took Rika with him, with the Crystal Sword under her arm. Reimon came next, carrying a dazed Assassimon in her arms.

Takato watched them go with sleepy eyes. He found he could not fight the affects of Rika's sting much longer. With one last look at the fleeing duo and their Digimon, he fell to the floor, unconscious.

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I've nothing against Ryo, but I needed someone to play Takato's rival in the story. He fit the part the best, due to his closeness to Rika.

New Digimon:

Assassimon, Champion Level form of Killemon. Even more vicious than his previous form, he lives only for battles. His attacks are. Disembowl and Murder. The name comes from the word Assassin.

Magimon, Ultimate Level. A skilled sorcerer. The brother of Warimon. His attacks are Flame Blaster and Ice Rod. The name comes from the word Magic.

Warimon, Ultimate Level. A skilled fighter. The brother of Magimon. His attacks are Ax Crusher and Devil's Smile. The name comes from the word War.