6. The prince is back
Everybody was outside now, staring in the direction of the rumble. A hush had fallen over the crowd and all eyes were pointed skywards. Vegeta emerged from the entrance and charged up the steps. Gohan, Firipipu, Kurisutopha, G'Jr, Krillin and Goten were already there. Gohan looked and Vegeta, who nodded his head. "Shit! Why today, not on tournament day!" Gohan yelled. Piccolo and Trunks emerged from the doorway next. They both walked over and Trunks said "That's not what I think it is, is it?" Vegeta nodded again, then flew up into the air.
Krillin looked over at Gohan and said, "Why is it always earth that gets the evil super-villains. I mean, it's not like we're the only planet in this galaxy." Gohan smiled and said "We'll at least we're here to stop it. Oh wait, didn't Enma-sama say we couldn't interfere with what happens down here? Awwww man." Piccolo, Goten and Krillin both sighed. But then Gohan interrupted, "It's not we need to guys. There's a new team here now and they can get the job done."
Just then Pi-ta, Jiani, Neisan and Luna got out onto the arena. Pi-ta asked, "What the hell is going on? I'm trying to get ready for my match and these three drag me out here." Vegeta then descended and said "It's time for you lot to get your hands dirty. The earth is in trouble, again, and we're not allowed to interfere, so get busy." Just then a deafening explosion filled the air, causing everyone to jump in fright.
Neisan shot his head in its direction. The sky had turned a bright red, as if it were on fire. The rumble had turned into a deafening tearing sound and a fireball was moving towards Capsule City. Firipipu looked up at Kurisutopha and asked, "What is that Kuris?" Kurisutopha looked down at him and said "I don't know pip."
Everybody was staring up at the fireball now, so nobody noticed Rea sneaking up behind them. She quickly powered up and flew forward. She struck Goten in the back of the head and flew off towards the fireball. Luna shouted "its Rea. If she's here that means… oh no, Neisan!" She turned to him but it was too late. His eyes had glossed over and his fists were clenched. He powered up and shot off after her.
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A shadowy figure was standing on the metal grates that formed the floor of the observation deck. His eyes were closed and he was standing perfectly still, a dark cape shrouding him. The deck was surrounded by a transparent material that was being scorched by flames. Towards the middle of the room a hole opened up and a man dressed in weird fatigues rose up from it. He stepped off the lift and dropped to one knee. "Sir, I bring news from the forward ships. There is a large gathering of earthlings in the third largest city below. Readings show that he is there." The shadowy figure smiled and said
"Well done, general Carlos. Prepare the ground troops. Only attack those who resist, but leave him for me."
Carlos nodded and returned to the lift. The shadowy figure began to laugh softly and thought to himself. ~ So, round two begins. Are you ready Neisan. This feud between our factions will come to an end today, but who will be the victor. ~ He then turned and headed for the lift, his cape fluttering behind him.
* * *
The crowds were frantically trying to escape the stadium. The exits were packed and the Ogres were overwhelmed. There was a panic spreading throughout the city. The roads leading away from Capsule City were getting increasingly jammed as more people attempted to flee in vain. A deafening tearing sound filled the air, and large ships began to tear out of the fireball in the sky. They headed towards Capsule City, causing even more panic.
Back at the stadium the Kami-Uta Tenaki Boudakai contestants were still puzzled at what was happening. The New Z-Senshi were standing about bewildered, and so were the otherworld people. Rea and Neisan had taken to the air and were heading towards the fireball in the distance.
"Hey, Ragiard girl! What the hell is going on?" Yelled Neisan
Rea looked over at him and began to laugh. "He's come back. Can't you feel his presence Neisan? He's come back for me and together we'll crush you and your pitiful friends!"
"He, who do you mean he… No… it can't be…"
Neisan slowed down and landed on a rock outcrop below. Rea shot off ahead laughing, leaving Neisan behind. Neisan stood there for quite some time until Pi-ta and Jiani joined him. They drew up and landed next to him. Jiani asked, "What's wrong Neisan. I said what's wrong?" Neisan didn't look up at him but said through clenched teeth "He's come back for me. He said he would and he did. But I know he's here this time and I won't let him take everything away from me again."
Jiani was confused at Neisan's remark, wondering who he could mean. But then it struck him. Slowly he turned to Pi-ta and said "We'd better get back and tell the others what's going on. We're gonna need everyone to be ready to fight."
"What on earth are you two on about?" asked pi-ta
"Ignacio and the Ragiards have returned to earth. Now come on, we gotta get back. Lets go Neisan." Jiani caught hold of Neisan's arm but he pulled it away from him. "I can't go back now. I've gotta take care of him before he gets to Lu…*cough* the City." Neisan then powered up and shot off towards the rapidly approaching fireball. Pi-ta also powered up and said "I'll follow him, you go tell the others" Jiani nodded and began to fly back towards the stadium. Pi-ta then flew off after Neisan. When he caught up Neisan said "Why are you following me, don't you know what I'm doing?"
Pi-ta nodded and replied "Yea, I know what you're going to do, and we don't want you to do it alone. Besides I gotta help, last time he was here I kinda, we'll you know." Neisan just replied "I'm sorry." And then put on extra speed. Pi-ta matched it just as they reached the fireball. They flew straight at it and punched through it. On the other side was a massive ship. They didn't have time to avoid it put ploughed right through its hull.
* * *
Pi-ta pushed a slab of metal off of himself and stood up. Neisan had already risen and was walking off down the corridor. Pi-ta headed after him and said "It wont be long before they know were here. We better hide or something." Neisan shook his head and said, "I want them to find us." Pi-ta swallowed and crept off after him. They slowly made their way through the dingy corridors, twisting round like a giant honeycomb. Alarms were sounding and they could hear footsteps further down the corridor.
A small group of guards were heading towards the intruders situated on their floor. The Ragiard who was leading the group said "Quickly now, they are just ahead. But don't forget the Ragiard must be taken alive. The other is expendable." The ones behind him shouted in unison "Sir" and followed him on down the corridor.
Pi-Ta stuttered, "Neisan, their coming up behind us ya-know." Neisan nodded and stopped. He didn't look at Pi-ta but said "Stay close" Pi-ta stepped infront of Neisan, and looked back down the corridor. Neisan crossed his arms across his chest and then began to power up. He and Pi-ta were engulfed in a black aura, and slowly began to dissolve out of sight. Neisan quickly brought his arms down close to his side and yelled, "Shadow-ken!" There was a surge of energy and they both disappeared.
The guards reached where Neisan and Pi-ta had been and were shocked to discover an empty corridor. The leader turned to the others and said "That yell was close to here, they must have moved on. Lets get going." The guards headed on down the corridor, their footsteps echoing along the metal grating. They passed through several corridors, out along huge walkways spanning over vast chambers, never stopping to catch their breath. They ran past a door entitled archives and on down the hallway. The archive doors slowly opened and closed, and after a brief pause, Neisan and Pi-ta melted into view. Neisan dropped down to one knee, breathing heavily. Pi-ta asked him, "You ok man?" Neisan didn't look up at him but rose to his feet and said, "I'm fine, it takes a lot of energy to keep that move going for so long."
"Where did you learn that move Neisan, that was awesome" asked Pi-ta. Neisan didn't reply but walked towards the centre of the room. There was a hologram projection of a star-chart surrounded by a metal rail infront of him. Attached to the rail were several keypads. Neisan approached one and pressed a few buttons. After a good deal of button bashing the lights went out and a simulation began to run on a screen on the wall to his right. A voice spoke out from speakers that were out of view.
'The history of the planet Rage, by Ignacio the XXV'
The star-chart changed to a picture of a red planet that seemed to glow as if it were on fire.
"Year 34879. The planet Vegeta is conquered by the Saiya-jin. The surviving natives flee the planet into uncharted space.
Year 34885. The refugees of the planet Vegeta crash-land on an uncharted planet. They set up the first colony and christen the planet Solo-1."
The star-chart changed to a picture of a luscious green planet quite similar to earth. The voice-over continued.
"Year 34900. Solo-1 is caught in the path of a neutron comet; the comet collides with the planet's moon but sends out radiation that changes the physical make-up of the planet.
Year 34901. The first planetary shift occurs and the oceans turn red. The plant life soon follows suit.
Year 34908. The first signs of animal life are being effected when Solo-jin begin to be born without tails.
Year 34909. The planet's skies turn blood red and a giant geometric shift occurs. All Solo-jin evacuate to the outer stations, as Solo-1 is declared uninhabitable.
Year 34914, first quarter. Solo-1 declared inhabitable. It retains its red colour and is renamed the Planet Rage.
Year 34914, third quarter. The Freezer alliance attacks the planet Rage but is turned away by the Solo-cannon. A Saiya-jin prince is reported to be helping and war is declared.
Year 34916. Freezer destroys planet Vegeta and survivors are detained at the Orbital Penal Colony. They bring with them the Saiya-jin archives and the 'Super-Saiya-jin' legend is discovered, along with the D-Core myth.
Year 34920. The first Super Ragiard is reported to have emerged.
Year 34934. The 'Super Ragiard' is declared real and testing is begun to find a way to attain this level. Research also goes into determining the truth in the D-Core myths.
Year 34950. Super Ragiard is determined to be genetic and a technique is developed to achieve it. To learn more about the technique type 'SRT' on the keyboard."
Neisan quickly typed SRT on the keypad and the simulation changed to a different one.
'The Super Ragiard technique and the benefits of SR.'
The Hologram in the centre of the room changed to a picture of a person dressed in the same armour as the guards were. The voice changed to a female's voice and it began to describe the technique.
"A Super Ragiard is a Ragiard who has advanced to the next level. This ability was inherited from the Saiya-jin who refers to it as a Super Saiya-jin. It is essentially a power up technique that has a drastic effect on your physical and mental state. Your power level is increased greatly and your muscles increase in size. Your eye-colour changes to aqua and body hair changes to a gold colour, and flows upwards."
The hologram of the soldier then demonstrated the technique. His hair stuck upwards and changed to a gold colour. The soldier's eyes changed from blue to aqua and a golden aura enveloped him. The voice over then continued.
"However, this ability can be altered through cross breeding and will change in appearance, as the hologram will now show."
The hologram person returned to normal, then began to power up again. His eyes glossed over and his hair grew in length. It changed from a black to a silvery-white, and emitted a strange glow. His physical shape didn't alter as much as the first transformation and he seemed to be a lot less in control of his-self.
"As you can see, this form is much more unstable than a pure-blood transformation. It is also a lot less powerful so half-breeds are encouraged not to try to transform. There is only one known way to transform, but it is not an easy procedure. After years of studying this phenomenon the top biologists have determined that the Ragiard DNA is not complete. There are three missing chromosomes that are necessary for the transformation. What was interesting to them is that only certain families possess the necessary DNA structure for the transformation, and only certain members of these families have this strand.
For a list of families that can transform, type LIST
For a detail of the discovery of the strand, type INFO
To continue with the procedure type, CONT"
Pi-ta spoke out, "Hey Neisan, type CONT, we still don't know how they transform." Neisan nodded and typed CONT on the keypad.
"The process of transformation."
The hologram changed to what Neisan thought was a Stargate from the film of the same name.
"To successfully transform a chromosome must be implanted into your DNA. To do this you must use the DNA extraction device shown on the projector on a compatible family member. However, this will mean death for the person it is being extracted from. It was this technique that caused the 'Contaminados muertes' uprising."
Pi-ta said, "What's the 'Contaminados Muertes uprising' when it's at home?" The simulation then shut down and the first one re-started
"Year 35083. The technique to achieve the level of Super Ragiards is publicly released. There is an opinion-split over it and the Contaminados Muertes movement is formed to try and stop this barbaric practice.
Year 35089. The royal family endorses the technique and the planet is plunged into civil war. The current king, Ignacio the XXIV Captured and the royal palace is taken. The prince, Ignacio XXV, goes into hiding.
Year 35090. Prince Ignacio kills his uncle who also leads the Contaminados Muertes, Ni-ru Karuberuru, and re-unites the planet. The Contaminados muertes movement is wiped out except for Kyande Karuberuru who flees the planet, with her 7-year-old son Neisan.
Year 35091. Prince Ignacio becomes king and uses the Super Ragiard DNA extraction to kill his brother and reach the first level of SR. He then sets out on a quest to locate the D-Core, which was proven to exist when the Namekian 'Dragonballs' were stolen and analysed.
Year 35100. Prince Ignacio passes the planet Chikyuu and locates the last member of the Contaminados muertes. He slays her and then engages with her son who possesses a previously unknown ability to access the Super Ragiard ability without the DNA extraction device. The fight is interrupted by earthlings and Ignacio is forced to leave.
Present day. Ignacio leads the Ragiards invasion force to Chikyuu."
Pi-ta then said, "So that's why they are here. Their gonna invade. Neisan, we gotta warn everyone. Neisan?" He looked over to Neisan, who was slumped over the keypad. His eyes were tightly closed and his fists were clenched. He was emitting a white energy and was crying. "He did it. He killed my mother and my sister. That bastard. He did it and he will pay for it. He will, He WILL!!!!"
Neisan leapt to his feet and began to scream. The room started to shake and rock. He arched his back and a yellow aura burst around him. The walls started to crack and a wind was whipped up. Pi-ta was blown against a wall, knocking his head, and was knocked out. A mysterious figure appeared in the doorway, holding a massive sword. Neisan slowly turned to face him, then shot forward to attack. The figure side-stepped and brought the butt of his sword into the side of Neisan's head. Neisan crashed through the wall on the other side of the door. He tried to get up but his vision was blurred. He managed to stagger to his feet but fell back to the floor; the last thing he heard before falling unconscious was the manic laugh of the Ragiard behind him.
* * *
Jiani arrived back at the stadium but nobody was there to greet him. He landed in the arena and looked around. There were craters all around him and one of the stands had been levelled. He then noticed a body on the floor in the rubble of the stand. He flew over to it and placed his sword on the ground. He then bent over and checked for a pulse. The person was dead. He stood up and looked around, then sensed someone approaching the stadium from the air. He powered up and flew quickly to meet them. As he drew near Jiani could see that it was Vegeta. Vegeta slowly powered down and stopped a few metres in front of Jiani. He kept his face hidden from Jiani and asked, "Where's Neisan and Pi-ta?"
"I don't know, but I think they've done something stupid." Jiani replied. "Where's everyone else gone? They said they would stay here. And what happened?" Vegeta ignored him completely this time and began to drift towards him. Jiani was somewhat frustrated at Vegeta ignoring him and said, in a more serious tone, "Hey Vegeta, I asked you something. I don't like being ignored." Vegeta suddenly shot forward with a manic grin about his face. He struck Jiani in the stomach and then spiked him to the ground with a powered up fist to the back of the head. Jiani smashed into the concrete and was knocked out cold by the force of his landing. Vegeta smiled and floated quickly down to him. He grabbed Jiani's collar and lifted him into the air. But before he could do any more, he sensed someone approaching them from the sky. He began to panic and looked around frantically, then he turned transparent and slipped through the ground, taking Jiani with him.
"But Piccolo, there's no way it could have been who you think it is. It physically impossible unless he was an android. But if he were an android then he wouldn't have a power level." Vegeta's brow furrowed as he struggled to comprehend what he and his Namekian friend were investigating. They had just gotten to Capsule Corporation when they had sensed a well-known power level, but now it was gone. "Hey Vegeta, do you remember that Cell had a power level, but he was an android." Vegeta nodded as they slowly approached the stadium. Both he and Piccolo came to a sudden stop in tandem with each other. Vegeta descended first and was followed closely by Piccolo. They both carefully placed their feet on the floor and began to wearily look around.
"But don't you see, if Cell had a power level, it's possible that that person was a Bio-Android like Cell." Said Piccolo. Vegeta frowned and replied, "Or he's a clone. A clone of me. But how is that possible, We killed Doctor Gero twice, how can he possibly have cloned me dammit. So do you have any bright idea's?" Piccolo didn't reply but began walking over to an object that lay upon the ground. It was Jiani's sword, with a bloodstain on it. Piccolo flew back over to Vegeta and said, "Whatever it is it's got Jiani, and he's hurt him aswell."
Before he could say anymore a great tearing sound shot through the air and millions of Ragiard space pods began pouring out of the clouds above them, descending like a torrent of rain. As they reached the ground they began to smash through buildings, creating huge areas of devastation. Vegeta and Piccolo looked at each other and both said "Everyone's at Capsule Corporation, they're in danger there." Both of them powered up and launched themselves into the air. They attempted to reach Capsule Corporation but were hampered by the torrent of Space pods that seemed to show no end. Both Piccolo and Vegeta were struggling to avoid being hit.
Vegeta looked over towards Piccolo only to see him be struck by one of the Pods. "Piccolo! No." Vegeta shot downwards to catch the unconscious Namekian but was unable to reach him before he too fell victim to being smashed over the head with a Pod. Vegeta was crushed into the ground from the weight of the metallic pod above him. He quickly recovered and flung it from on top of him. He stood up but was still groggy. He stumbled forward clutching his head, trying to regain composure. Through his more than blurred vision he could make out the pod opening and a being stepping out. The Ragiard looked around the devastated city, then noticed Vegeta. He began to walk calmly towards Vegeta and powered up. Vegeta positioned his arms infront of himself in order to defend from any attack that was incoming. Instead he was struck from behind by another Ragiard.
He flew forward and crashed through a building, demolishing what was left of it in the process. Vegeta quickly recovered and leapt up off the floor. He landed in an attacking stance and quickly powered up into Super Saiya-jin. The Ragiards were joined by another now, and they began advancing on Vegeta. Vegeta laughed his trademark laugh and shouted
"Do you three weaklings really think you can take on the might of Super Vegeta!?" The lead Ragiard smiled and replied
"Super Vegeta eh? Well Super Vegeta, do you think you can take on the might of three Super Ragiards? We shall soon see."
All three Ragiards began to power up, and almost instantaneously became Super Ragiards. Vegeta drew back in shock, he had only ever taken on 1 Super Saiya-jin apart from Goku, that being Brolli. But both times he had only taken on one opponent at a time. The prospect of three Super opponents actually scared him enough to force him to step back. On seeing this all three Ragiards leapt forward and surrounded Vegeta. All three powered up an energy blast and fired it at where he was standing. Luckily, Vegeta had it scouted and shot up into the air. Unfortunately they had him scouted and a fourth Ragiard flew down from above Vegeta and wrapped an arm around his neck. He began to choke Vegeta and then launched him down to the ground.
Vegeta smashed into the ground and sent up a huge dust cloud. All four Ragiards assembled above where he had fallen and began to fire thousands of energy balls down at him. They pummelled the ground around Vegeta and created a huge crater where he was lying. When they finally stopped and the dust cloud cleared, Vegeta was left lying motionless on the ground. Very slowly he forced himself off the ground, breathing heavily. He stared at the ground in disbelief.
~ How, the only person in the universe stronger than me is Kackarott. How could I have been defeated so effortlessly by these people? I will not die here, if I do I won't exist anymore. I cannot allow that. The Saiya-jin prince will not fall like this!" ~
Vegeta pushed himself off the ground and stood up. He began to power up and looked up towards the Ragiards. As he began to transform he yelled up at them "I am about to show you the ultimate power in the galaxy, you should consider yourself lucky. Very few people have seen this and all that have are dead. Prepare yourselves for SS4 Vegeta." Vegeta began to scream and was enveloped by a yellow light. All four Ragiards held an arm across their faces to shield themselves from the intense light. The ground began to shake and electricity ran between the ruined buildings and Vegeta. Vegeta screamed one final time and launched into the air, now SSJ4.
He struck one of the Ragiards beneath the Chin and the force of the attack ripped his head clean off. The carcass fell to the floor and crumpled upon impact. Vegeta turned to the others and smiled, he then shot forward and went to strike another. Unfortunately just as he struck Vegeta's whole body became transparent and he moved straight through the Ragiard. Vegeta slowed down and held his hands infront of him. He began to contemplate what had happened when Enma-sama's voice rang through his head.
"I'm sorry Vegeta, but I specifically said you cannot interfere in what happens on earth. You must return to Heaven now and you cannot return to that plane again."
"WHAT! Enma you huge blubberous whale, don't do this, can you not see what they are doing here. If I don't stop them whom else will? Kackarott, I don't think so."
"I'm sorry Vegeta, but it's the rules. We can discuss this when you get back here"
Vegeta looked around in desperation. His body was slowly dissolving out of sight and there was nothing he could do to help it. He tried to fly off to tell someone but found he couldn't move. Just as his torso began to disappear he powered down to normal. He turned to face the Ragiards and yelled "Don't think you can take over this planet easily, there are plenty of people who can stop you."
"Maybe they can stop us, but not a whole army of Super Ragiards. Now die Saiya-jin scum" The Ragiards all fired energy beams at Vegeta but he completely dissipated before they hit. The beams flew through the air and hit some buildings some way away. The lead Ragiard turned to the other two and said to the one to his left
"You, go get him and take him to the mortuary ship, and you can come with me." The two Ragiards saluted and they split up. One flew down and began to move the dead Ragiard. The other followed the lead Ragiard as they flew off in the direction of Capsule Corporation. The Leader said to the other "I still don't see why lord Ignacio has ordered that we take this planet without excessive force, if they all retaliate like that one where screwed. What are we supposed to do, ask them nicely to stop?" The other Ragiard didn't reply and they flew off leaving blue energy trails behind them.
