A/N:  Thanks for the reviews guys – Glad you all like the story. ^_^

This chapter is about, well…like the title says – the reunion of heroes!

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Chapter 5 – Heroes Reunited

Mickey's Kingdom

Sora walked through the World Transporter at Destiny Islands. He was going to get help from Donald and Goofy, but when he got to Mickey's Kingdom - the security was extremely tight, as expected.

There was a tall, gangly Knight in rusty armor guarding the entrance gate to the Palace. His shield looked remarkably familiar…

"Halt! Who goes there?" The Knight demanded.

That voice! There was no doubt about it. That "Knight" was –

"GOOFY, my main man! What's happening dawg?" Sora jumped up on Goofy, wrapped his legs around his waist, and knocked the ridiculous helmet off of Goofy's head.

Goofy laughed that retarded laugh of his. "Gawrsh it's you, Sora! How've ya been? And what brings you here?"

Sora's expression turned serious. "It's Ansem. He's back, he's taken over Riku's body and he's kidnapped Kairi. I need you and Donald to help me defeat him before he causes any major destruction again. And now Merlin's joined him…"

Goofy's jaw dropped. "Holy cow…this is serious…"

Sora held up his Keyblade. "Yes. And we have to hurry. Who knows what he's plotting…"

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Sora explained the situation at the Palace in front of everyone in the Throne Room.

Donald jumped up at least eight feet in the air. "WHAT?! This can't be happening…Just when things were starting to get peaceful…"

Minnie looked worried. "Oh, dear…"

Pluto wagged his tail, barked, and jumped into King Mickey's lap. Mickey appeared to be deep in thought as he patted Pluto's head.

Sora stood up and crossed his arms over his chest. "Well, King Mickey..?"

Mickey sighed. "Okay. Donald and Goofy, I give you permission to go save the Universe…again…but make sure you come back alive. All three of you. That's an order! Got it?"

The three stood up and saluted. "Got it!"

Sora started running out the door. "Let's go, guys!" Goofy and Donald followed with their weapons in hand.

Donald muttered, "Why me?"

Goofy grinned, "Here we go, again."

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The three of them were now back at Destiny Islands.

Sora gathered Tidus, Selphie, and Wakka. "Okay you guys. Meet Donald and Goofy. Champions of Defense and Magic." Sora introduced them.

Donald looked annoyed. "What are you thinking, Sora?! We got more important matters to deal with right now…"

Sora held up a huge bag. "They're joining the team."

"WHAT?!!" Goofy and Donald yelled simultaneously.

"No way." Goofy protested.

"That's crazy! They're just little kids!" Donald shouted.

Sora started handing out weapons. He gave Tidus a real sword, Wakka a blitzball, and Selphie something that looked like a whip-like jump-rope. "That doesn't matter! I've been training them just in case a time like this arrived. We're all ready to kick some butt! Isn't that right, guys?"

Selphie jumped, Wakka hollered, and Tidus whistled. "Yeah! We're gonna save the Universe!" They cheered.

Donald put a hand to his forehead. "I can't believe this is happening…Why me? Why me?!"

Goofy giggled. "We're gonna have a blast! Ain't that right, Donald?"

"Speak for yourself, ya big palooka…"

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TBC