grochek1:
This Lucemon isn't the same as the Frontier one, everything is made up.
This fic is set after 01 and before 02, so the Digimon Emperor hasn't ascended to power yet. Malo Myotismon and Daemon, however, will show up, but probably not in the way you'd think.
about Team Rocket & the Digidestined:
Team Rocket has a small scene in this chapter. They have a larger role in the next chapter
The Digidestined won't make an appearance for a while, though they will be mentioned fairly frequently (they did save the Digital World after all).
Thanks to everyone who has reviewed my fic.
Disclaimer:
Toei and Bandai own Digimon. Nintendo owns Pokemon.
The Stones of Doom
By: RB3
Chapter 2: The Divine Decree
The next day, banners were hung high across the streets of Silph Town. Several tourists and Pokemon trainers had already entered the Digital World early in the morning. Crowds of people filled the streets with a chaotic jumble of conversations. They were couldn't help but be enthralled by the wonder and beauty of the Digital World. The Pokemon trainers deliberately skipped breakfast so as to eat more during the festival. It was an event that only happened once in a lifetime and they wanted to experience to the fullest.
They flit from stall to stall checking the merchandise and the food. Ash, Misty, and Brock took the time to buy some souvenirs as a reminder of the opening day of the gate. Everywhere they went, people inquired about Gatomon and believed incorrectly that she was a new Pokemon. Ash constantly had some heavy explaining to do. The group was able to break away from the nosy crowd to stumble upon a makeshift outdoor arena. It was designed to house public exhibition Pokemon battles.
The bleachers were filled with several spectators including other Pokemon trainers, who watching the matches with bated breath. The matches were being officiated by a young man named Mondo. He was a fairly muscular, rugged man who looked like he was on safari in the wilderness. He had Caucasian features, with blond hair and blue eyes. He had a team of judges to help him officiate the match. Asking around, Ash learned that he was the Gym Leader of the new Gym and keeper of the World Badge.
With the exception of the referees, the matches were fairly informal. Only two trainers could battle at a time and they may use only one Pokemon. This rule was made to allow people a good chance at battling. The battlers were volunteers randomly chosen by Mondo from among the audience. The Pokemon trainers decided to purchase a ticket. It was good for experience and practice to fight as many other trainers as possible.
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Meanwhile, Gennai materialized outside of the explorers' new settlement. A massive festival took place on the streets. From the buildings and their technology, Gennai knew these people were technologically advanced. This was further corroborated by the fact that these people were able to build portals to the Digital World. Though their culture wasn't very different from that of the Real World, Gennai still found these people to be truly alien.
These people brought new life forms with them that he had never seen before. These creatures seemed to resemble the indigenous Digimon of his world. However, the humans didn't seem to be able to understand the creatures judging by their reactions. Even more unusual was the fact that the life forms were more like common pets to the humans. Gennai only noted one such situation that was even remotely similar; the Digidestined and their Digimon partners.
These creatures seemed to live in symbiosis with the humans. Upon passing a construction site, Gennai noted that a few of these creatures were assisting the workers. A few mole-like creatures were digging up a foundation, while some muscular humanoids helped move supplies and girders. Gennai sincerely hoped that these people could get along with the Digimon in the same way. As Gennai walked around, he eventually found an outdoor arena. He could hear the cheering of the audience, who was obviously watching something exciting.
Security and ticket booths barred the entrances up. "How much is it for a ticket?" asked Gennai.
"Adult tickets are 15 Pokeyen each," replied the vendor.
Gennai turned around and watched as a young child came up to buy a ticket. In particular, he tried to analyze the child without arousing suspicion. On the child's shoulder was a small, yellow, mouse-like creature. Its tail looked like a lightning bolt striking its butt. This mouse was surely not a Digimon, and was probably one of the new creatures brought over to the Digital World.
The boy's back was turned to Gennai, so he had no way of seeing what the boy truly looked like. However, Gennai could clearly see that the boy was wearing a red cap. He wore a blue jacket and blue jeans, which were fairly typical of a boy his age. He must have been a handler of these creatures, which Gennai assumed was a common profession among these people. Gennai would soon encounter a familiar friend...
"Gennai!" blurted a voice in exuberance.
Gennai recognized the voice. He turned to see Gatomon perched on the shoulder of another unfamiliar boy. "Gatomon, it's been quite awhile. So how are you doing?"
"Gatomon, you know this man?" asked the first boy in curiosity.
"Of course, he's Gennai. He's the person who guided the Digidestined in their quest to save the Digital World. Back then, he was an old man..."
Gennai smirked. "It's amazing what a few vitamins can do."
Gatomon introduced her new friends, Ash, Brock, Misty, Pikachu, Togepi, and Whitney to Gennai.
"So Gennai, what are you doing here? Is something bad happening in the Digital World?"
"You could say that... It has to do with the people of this town. There's some distrust towards them among the Sovereigns. I'm here acting as a messenger. I've been sent to deliver a decree to the authorities."
"Sovereigns?" asked Brock. "I heard Gatomon talk about this yesterday. They're like rulers or kings, right?"
"Sort of... I think the term 'gods' or 'deities' would be much more appropriate," corrected Gennai.
The Pokemon trainers and even their Pokemon gasped in shock. This new revelation was a great surprise for the Pokemon trainers and their Pokemon. They imagined their own world being punished by divine retribution worthy of the Apocalypse. The situation was much more serious, now that gods were involved. It would be best not to offend the powers that protected the Digital World.
"The Sovereigns rule and protect this world and are concerned about your people's intentions here. As I said, some of them distrust your people. They are preparing for war should they feel you are a threat to the Digital World. I have with me a parchment dictating some laws that must be followed to ensure peace."
"This sounds very important. I think we should help him deliver the message," suggested Brock wisely. "The Pokemon matches can wait."
"We have all day passes, so we can just come later," added Whitney.
Gennai was lead to the town hall where he and the kids were escorted to the mayor. The mayor was a fairly portly man in his forties and wore a greyish black suit. The mayor was very interested in Gennai's message. Gennai handed him the scroll and watched as the mayor tried to read the text. He couldn't understand the strange characters of the Digital World syllabary. Gennai read the decree out loud as the mayor scribed a translation.
====================Sovereigns' Decree====================
This land is under the control of the six Sovereigns of the Digital World. You have entered here without express permission. To ensure peace, we have presented laws that you must follow:
1. Do not harm or interfere with the inhabitants of the Digital World without due provocation.
2. Do not set foot on File Island, the South Sector, the Dark Area, or the Heavens.
3. It is not recommended that you set foot in the West Sector.
4. Consult the Sovereigns before constructing any future cities.
5. Anubismon's servants will claim the dead. Do not interfere with their task.
6. The East and North are free Sectors. You may live and travel here without fear of persecution.
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Gennai magically produced a map of the Digital World on the mayor's computer. Using his map, Gennai marked the banned locations of the Digital World with slashed lines. The last place to be marked was File Island at the centre of the Digital World. The map shifted to reveal two more landmasses above and below the main world. The bottom world was the Dark Area and the top world was the Heavens. Both worlds were connected to the middle world by File Island and both were covered by the marks.
Silph Town was on an island just off the mainland of Server Continent. Server Continent itself was in the eastern regions, which were ruled by Azulongmon. Fortunately, it seemed Azulongmon had a positive view of the explorers, which would last provided the laws were obeyed. There were also some very bizarre laws on the parchment. The strangest one of all was the law dealing with how the dead were to be handled. The Dark Area Sovereign Anubismon had decreed that the dead were to be handled by his servants. No one was to interfere with their duties and any violations would result in severe penalties.
"I have completed my mission for the Sovereigns. I'm staying around for a while to answer some questions. I can't stay too long though, I must report to the Sovereigns," said Gennai. "Mayor, make sure that everyone read these laws."
The mayor nodded. "Understood."
"Gennai, I'm sure you must know a lot about Digimon. We're going to take you to Professor Oak," recommended Ash. "He would love to hear you talk to about Digimon."
The trainers led Gennai to a grand laboratory in the outskirts of Silph Town. It was a well-equipped facility for the raising and care of Pokemon. Behind the lab building itself was a vast, fenced off field for keeping the Pokemon. In the back of Oak's lab was a great kitchen with all the appliances and ingredients used for preparation of Pokemon meals. Several instruments and machines of high technology hummed as they analyzed the data fed in by Oak. Prof. Oak was seated at the desk in his lab speaking with three other trainers.
The first person was Tracey. He was a boy about Brock's age in a turquoise shirt and a red pair of shorts. He was an aspiring artist who drew pictures of Pokemon in various activities in their lives. He came to the Digital World to expand his horizons and draw the creatures of the new world. He was also a Pokemon trainer and travelled with Ash mostly during his journey in the Orange Islands. Ash was glad to see his old travelling companion in good health and spirits.
The second person was Casey. She was a girl about Ash's age with violet hair. She was a big baseball fan, which was apparent from the yellow, striped, Electabuzz jersey she wore. She arrived when the gates were opened to the public. The last time Ash met her was back at the Bug Catching Contest in the Johto National Park. Casey loved yellow, striped Pokemon and Ash fondly remembered the joy she felt after giving her a Beedrill. It was a dream came true for Casey.
The third person wore a violet shirt. His brown hair was spiked, and his face bore the expression of arrogance. It was this third person that irritated Ash. He was Prof. Oak's arrogant grandson, Gary Oak. Ash was one who could not stand being beaten, especially not by his own rival, Gary. Gary and Ash were rivals the moment they began their own Pokemon journeys long ago in Pallet. Gary was unaware of Ash's presence as he was having an involved conversation with Oak.
Apparently, Gary had encountered some of those new "Pokemon." Casey and Tracey were surprised to learn that they could talk. The new "Pokemon" could also communicate with regular Pokemon too! Gary had encountered these creatures by chance when he found their village. There were three different types of inhabitants. The first type was a small, biped, mushroom-like creature. The second type was a biped, plant-like reptile. They inhabited the city that surrounded a large castle from the feudal period in Japan.
Gary met the last type of inhabitant near the castle. They were small, frog-like creatures with horns wrapped around their necks. These creatures, the "Gekomon," welcomed the outsider and so Gary was able to befriend them. They kept referring to some people called the "Digidestined," who graced their town with a visit. They were especially taken by one Digidestined in particular, "Princess Mimi," who awakened their slumbering master, Shogun Gekomon. Before he left, Gary was granted an audience with Shogun Gekomon himself.
"I see you have met the Gekomon," said Gennai. "They are quite friendly as you already know. They pampered Mimi when she met them."
Everyone turned to faced Gennai and saw Ash and his friends as well.
"Hey Ash, it's great to see you! I got to draw a lot of new Pokemon since we parted. Now, it seems I have Digimon to draw as well!" greeted Tracey.
"Tracey, it's nice to see you again," greeted Ash in return.
"So you're still here, Ash? I'm actually going out and finding out about this world. You're still stuck here fooling around. Some trainer you are..." sneered Gary.
"What? I did find stuff about here! This man is Gennai and he knows a lot more than what you learned from a city full of frogs!" proclaimed Ash. "I brought him here just so Prof. Oak could hear what he had to say! By the way, those are 'Pokemon' aren't really Pokemon. They're Digimon, and I happen to have a Digimon named Gatomon right here!"
"Alright, stop this bickering," scolded Oak. "You have both done well to bring me information! Let me hear what Gennai has to say,"
Gennai first decided to ask Oak about some of the basic things on Pokemon. From what he was told, Pokemon had much in common with Digimon and quite a few things that were not. Pokemon and humans have lived in symbiosis for an uncountable number of years. Pokemon were kept and transported in containers called Pokeballs. Trainers can catch new ones by initiating a battle, winning, and then throwing a Pokeball at the Pokemon.
"Hmm... That wouldn't be a good thing to do here. The Sovereigns will not like the sound of that. It is also in violation of the first rule," warned Gennai.
"First rule?" asked Gary.
Gennai waved his hand over Oak's computer screen. A translated copy of the Sovereigns' decree appeared and Gary read the laws. Gary disliked what he read.
"How do we catch Digimon if we're not allowed to attack them?" he complained.
"You don't," stated Gennai as a matter of fact. "You are guests in the Digital World. Since you are guests, you must respect the rules of your host."
"It would be in your best interests to listen to Gennai. This is a political matter now, and we are guests in the Sovereigns' world. We shouldn't squander this privilege," warned Oak. "Besides, every living being has the right to be free and we should respect that right."
"We understand Professor. Earlier in the day, we brought Gennai to the town hall to deliver the laws," informed Ash. "I really would have liked to add some Digimon to my team though."
"I will have to tell the Sovereigns and the mayor about this," stated Gennai. "It's a good thing you guys got to me when you did. Your information helped me ensure peace between everyone."
"Yeah, but even though there are laws, some people will still break them," warned Oak. "I know, and I can think of three people right off the top of my head; Team Rocket!" informed Brock.
"Tell me about this 'Team Rocket,'" requested Gennai in curiosity. "I will warn the Sovereigns about them."
Brock recounted his confrontations with Team Rocket. Team Rocket was a group of thugs who perpetrated crimes involving Pokemon. They would surely see Digimon as yet another opportunity to exploit. Team Rocket would steal Digimon in much the same way they do to Pokemon. In the Pokemon trainers' world, which Gennai dubbed the "Pokemon World," Team Rocket was largely disliked, even hated. The police and other law enforcement agencies actively seek out and attempt to shut down Team Rocket operations.
Gennai nodded in understanding. "I see. So they are criminals from your world. It seems we have a common enemy."
Everyone recommended that it would be a great help if the Sovereigns lent their assistance to stopping Team Rocket, at least in the Digital World. The Digital World was largely unexplored by humanity, and hence, there would be many places for Rockets to hide. Rockets wore unique uniforms bearing an "R" which identified them.
"No one wants to cause trouble on purpose, but Team Rocket would surely be an exception. Every one of us has run afoul of them at one time or another," informed Oak.
"I'm sure the Sovereigns will cooperate with your police to stop Team Rocket," affirmed Gennai. "I also some gifts for you, a Digital World history book, a Digimon Analyzer, and some operating instructions. Where can I upload all this?"
Oak directed Gennai to the server that contained the master Pokedex. Oak explained that this server contained a database on all known species of Pokemon. Using his powers, Gennai uploaded some information about the Digital World and the Digimon. Oak updated Ash's Pokedex with the new information. Oak in turn, gave Gennai a Pokedex and taught him how to operate it. After the exchange, everyone was eager to read up on the new data. Gennai and Gatomon's face lit up in enlightenment as they read the data on Pokemon and their world. For Oak and the Pokemon trainers, they were more enthralled by wonder as they read their information.
"Digimon are the product of dreams and imagination?" asked Oak incredulously.
"Yes. They're made of the dreams of a people much like your own, and also computer data. However, the Digimon don't normally interact with the humans of the Real World. However there's an exception to that rule. Three years ago, a group of Chosen Children, the Digidestined, saved our world from the rule of the Dark Masters."
"Dark Masters?" asked Misty.
"Read the history of the Digital World," suggested Gennai. "It was a fairly recent event."
The Pokemon trainers did as Gennai asked. The history of the Digital World was material worthy of being converted to a fantasy novel. It spoke of the Chosen Children, the Digidestined, who were brought from the Real World to save the Digital World. They each received a companion Digimon to protect them on their journeys. Each child bore a Crest that represented his or her strongest personality trait.
At first there were seven, but then an eighth one joined before the battle with the Dark Masters. The Dark Masters were four evil Mega Digimon who were created by another Mega Digimon, Apocalymon. They conquered the Digital World and sealed away the Sovereigns. The Digidestined defeated all five of the evil Digimon and in doing so, freed the Sovereigns. With their task done, the Digidestined were forced to return home and leave behind the Digimon they loved.
"I was the eighth Digimon, that's why I asked if you knew Kari. She was my Digidestined partner," revealed Gatomon.
"It must be so sad to never see your partner ever again," lamented Misty.
Gatomon sighed. "Yeah." "I felt the same way. I believed Pikachu wanted to go with those other Pikachu. Pikachu was my first Pokemon, so it was hard for me to part with him..." commented Ash.
In another huddle, Brock searched through the data on Oak's computer. "Let's see what a 'Mega' Digimon is."
Brock read the information on the Digimon's Mega level. It seemed that Digimon evolved just like Pokemon did. This process was dubbed "Digivolution." The Mega level was the highest level and considered a forbidden level. This was because Mega Digimon were exponentially more powerful in comparison to their lower level counterparts. The Sovereigns feared the death and destruction a Mega could cause and sealed this power away to prevent abuse.
"Is there any information on the Digimon themselves?" asked Casey.
"Sure, here I'll show you how to access the Digimon Analyzer."
Gennai pressed a few keys on Oak's desktop computer. A read out of Gekomon and Gatomon appeared on the screen and Gennai showed it to everyone.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Gekomon
Type: Virus
Level: Champion
Attacks: Symphony Crusher
Gekomon are small frogs that treat all guests with respect and hospitality. They are the retainers and servants of their master, Shogun Gekomon.
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====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Gatomon
Type: Vaccine
Level: Champion
Attacks: Lightning Paw, Cat's Eye
Gatomon is the partner of the Digidestined of Light. Gatomon is an agile and strong Digimon and her tail ring contains great Holy power.
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Gennai also showed everyone how to do the same with Pokedexes. Gennai pressed a few buttons and showed everyone a read out of Apocalymon.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Apocalymon
Type: ?
Level: Mega
Attacks: Virus Grenade, Reverse Digivolve, Total Annihilation
Apocalymon is the creator of the Dark Masters. He was created from the data of thousands of dead Digimon and had the power to destroy both the Real and Digital worlds.
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Unknown to the Pokemon trainers, a familiar trio watched the discussion in Oak's lab. They kept their faces hidden from the trainers within. They were able to see everyone in a huddle and Gatomon standing on Oak's desk. They remarked her Meowth-like features and the scripture on the golden ring on her tail. It was very tempting to make a grab for Gatomon now, but the Team Rocket trio opted to eavesdrop instead. Tracey and Gary were blocking their way .
"Did you hear that, James?" asked James.
James smirked. "I sure did!"
"This world is filled with Digimon perfect for the swipe'n! The boss will love to hear this!" said Meowth with excitement.
"Ha-ha-ha-ha!" chuckled Jessie. "The boss will surely give us a big fat raise when we capture some Digimon!"
"Why don't we follow the twerps? They'll find the Digimon for us and then we can steal them!" suggested James.
"Wobba!" cried Wobbuffet in agreement.
"Hey, get back in your ball!" scolded Jessie as she returned Wobbuffet. "Let's keep looking. They're bound to go see some Digimon soon and then we'll pounce!"
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Brock and Misty looked over Ash's shoulder to read the information on Apocalymon.
"Hmm... not a very pleasant looking Digimon," remarked Brock.
"Yeah, I can see the evil," added Misty.
Suddenly, the sound of an explosion ripped through the air!
"Whoa, what was that?" asked Brock in bewilderment.
"We better check it out!" suggested Gary.
Everyone ran out as fast as they could. The source of the explosion was the gates that brought them to the Digital World. Several other people had crowded around the scene. The police and other emergency personnel were already there and had cordoned off the area. Judging by their conversations, it appeared as though an accident had taken place. Ash had managed to work his way to the front of the crowd.
Ash recognized one of the accident victims. "Ritchie! Are you alright?"
Seated on the ground was a young boy about Ash's age. His taste in clothes bore a style similar to that of Ash's. However, he favoured the colour turquoise for his clothes rather than Ash's blue. Some paramedics were tending to him and his Pikachu. His injuries were minimal and so there was minimal concern. Blood trickled down from a minor cut on his soot-covered forehead. The paramedic applied a bandage to stop the bleeding. Sparky, Ritchie's Pikachu, was lightly bruised, but his injuries weren't life threatening at all.
Ritchie's spirits livened up as he recognized the voice. "Ash! Don't worry, I'm fine. I'm just a little surprised, and scared. I wish we didn't have to meet like this..."
Ash was relieved. "How did this accident happen?"
"From what I heard, one of the pods short-circuited. It skid out of its tube, and crashed into the pod I was in."
Ash looked up to see one of the pods flaming, smoking and upside down. "Terrible!"
While Ritchie and Sparky were fine, several other people and Pokemon were not so lucky. A paramedic was checking the condition of a trainer no older than Ash himself. The paramedic shook his head and made a slashing gesture across his throat. The boy was already dead and couldn't be saved. The same was true of his Pokemon; a Pikachu much like Ash's. Just as the dead victims were about to be body bagged, several portals appeared.
On the other side of the portal, was a world of eternal night. Several ghosts filed out of the portal, floating in synchronization like marching soldiers. The head ghost wore a red hood that completely concealed his face in darkness, save for a pair of piercing blue eyes. He carried with him a deadly looking scythe that was rested on his shoulder. He looked amongst the victims as if analyzing the situation.
The other ghosts looked like ripped and soiled white sheets floating in the air. Their mouths were filled with a set of scary, sharp teeth. They seemed focused on obeying the head ghost. The paramedic freaked out when they surrounded the body of the boy. They raised their arms as though they were channelling power. Ash decided to test his new Digimon Analyzer on the ghosts.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Phantomon
Type: Virus
Level: Ultimate
Attacks: Shadow Scythe
Phantomon are the ghostly servants of the Sovereign of the Dark Area. He is the foreman of the Bakemon who bring the dead to the Dark Area for judgement.
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====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Bakemon
Type: Virus
Level: Champion
Attacks: Evil Charm, Dark Claw
Bakemon are the ghostly grunts and manual labourers of the Sovereign. They bring the dead to the Dark Area for judgement.
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"Hey what are you doing?" asked Jenny defensively.
"We are servants of the Sovereign of the Dark Area. It is our duty to bring the dead to his realm. You are not to interfere with our task," declared Phantomon.
"This place is under police control! Leave that boy alone!" ordered Jenny.
Jenny and Phantomon continued to argue about the boy's fate. Neither side was willing to back down. Phantomon ordered his Bakemon to take the dead, despite Jenny's protests. This was when the situation degenerated. Jenny ordered her Growlithes to stop the Bakemon. In response, one of the Growlithes tackled a Bakemon to the ground as another Growlithe was pinned down by a Bakemon's claw.
"Evil Charm!"
The bolt of dark elemental energy was fired at an enemy Growlithe just as it unleashed a Flamethrower. Both the Bakemon and the Growlithe were struck at the same time. The Growlithe was knocked onto the ground and the Bakemon was busy dousing the flame. In another part of the melee, another Growlithe lunged at Phantomon. He blocked the attack and shoved the Growlithe away. The Growlithe landed on its feet and growled at Phantomon.
Everywhere in the scene of the accident, Bakemon and Growlithes were fighting. The fight wasn't even a fight at all; it was more like a riot. Ash and Pikachu were getting anxious and couldn't stand watching any longer. Just as Ash and Pikachu moved to intervene, the others had reached the front of the crowd. Gennai held Ash back and stopped his interference.
Ash was upset. "Why are you stopping me? They're going to take the boy away! How can you let them do that..."
"You heard the laws of the Sovereign," said Gennai as a matter of fact. "The dead are to be brought by the Bakemon to the Dark Area. They stay there for a few years under Anubismon's rule. They are then sent to the Heavens to be reborn," informed Gennai.
"Reborn?" asked Casey in disbelief.
"Yes. Digimon never truly die, they are reconfigured and are returned to Primary Village."
The spectators mentally debated as to what to do. Before anyone could take action, another larger portal materialized. On the other side, a gigantic skeletal Digimon marched onto the battlefield. The ground rumbled with each step he took. This Digimon wore giant leather pants and metal boots. He had what appeared to be a spherical stone lodged inside of his rib cage. He carried a staff that resonated with dark energies.
This Digimon looked even more evil than the ghosts. The sight of the giant skeleton rightfully frightened the spectators. They kept their distance as he surveyed the situation before him. The Digimon didn't seem too concerned with the crowd around the crash site. The people stood well away as he advanced, giving him a clear pathway. Ash ran the Digimon through the Digimon Analyzer.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Skull Satamon
Type: Virus
Level: Ultimate
Attacks: Nail Bone, Skull Hammer
Skull Satamon is one of the enforcers for the Sovereign of the Dark Area. Skull Satamon's staff is known to contain incredible dark power.
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"Skull Hammer!"
Skull Satamon smashed the ground with his attack. The orb on his staff glowed as it made contact with the ground. The image of a screaming skull flashed briefly and an earthquake erupted, jarring many of the spectators and Growlithe. The Bakemon turned to face their Sovereign's enforcer. Skull Satamon turned to the police and the crowd and made an address.
"I am Skull Satamon. I am here to ensure that the Sovereign's will is carried out. The dead must be brought to his domain immediately. All who dare oppose the Sovereign will be struck down!"
"Ash, let me handle this. I'll try to calm Skull Satamon down."
Sensing that the situation was about to deteriorate, Gennai stepped in to intervene. Jenny noticed and called out to Gennai: "This is a restricted area! Stay behind the line or you will be arrested!"
"Please let me speak with him. I am also a representative of the Sovereigns," declared Gennai.
Gennai approached Skull Satamon. He pleaded with Skull Satamon not to take any action against the police. Skull Satamon was somewhat reluctant to hear Gennai's plea. He only wanted to see the Sovereign's will carried out. Gennai decided to speak with Jenny instead. He told her about how the dead are handled in the Digital World.
"You're must be kidding me," replied Jenny incredulously.
"Believe it or not, that is how the dead are handled here. In a few years, the boy will be returned right where he died," answered Gennai in affirmation.
"We must take the boy to prevent an evil from reforming. The Digital World can't break his body to data like the Digimon. He's now a magnet for evil Digimon who want to harvest data to revive the evil," informed Phantomon.
"If you bring him back to your world, the evil Digimon will just go there to get the data."
Jenny considered carefully what she was told. Though it seemed like a joke, Phantomon and Gennai were very serious about what they said. Jenny believed the warnings Gennai and Phantomon gave her. She reluctantly agreed to allow the dead to be taken by Phantomon. Phantomon gestured to the Bakemon and they sprang into action.
The Bakemon gathered around the body of each victim and carried it into the smaller portal. Skull Satamon was satisfied with the situation and said his farewell to the police. He promised to put a good word in with the Sovereign for their cooperation. The Pokemon trainers watched as a Bakemon carried each corpse to the realm of the Sovereign.
This Lucemon isn't the same as the Frontier one, everything is made up.
This fic is set after 01 and before 02, so the Digimon Emperor hasn't ascended to power yet. Malo Myotismon and Daemon, however, will show up, but probably not in the way you'd think.
about Team Rocket & the Digidestined:
Team Rocket has a small scene in this chapter. They have a larger role in the next chapter
The Digidestined won't make an appearance for a while, though they will be mentioned fairly frequently (they did save the Digital World after all).
Thanks to everyone who has reviewed my fic.
Disclaimer:
Toei and Bandai own Digimon. Nintendo owns Pokemon.
The Stones of Doom
By: RB3
Chapter 2: The Divine Decree
The next day, banners were hung high across the streets of Silph Town. Several tourists and Pokemon trainers had already entered the Digital World early in the morning. Crowds of people filled the streets with a chaotic jumble of conversations. They were couldn't help but be enthralled by the wonder and beauty of the Digital World. The Pokemon trainers deliberately skipped breakfast so as to eat more during the festival. It was an event that only happened once in a lifetime and they wanted to experience to the fullest.
They flit from stall to stall checking the merchandise and the food. Ash, Misty, and Brock took the time to buy some souvenirs as a reminder of the opening day of the gate. Everywhere they went, people inquired about Gatomon and believed incorrectly that she was a new Pokemon. Ash constantly had some heavy explaining to do. The group was able to break away from the nosy crowd to stumble upon a makeshift outdoor arena. It was designed to house public exhibition Pokemon battles.
The bleachers were filled with several spectators including other Pokemon trainers, who watching the matches with bated breath. The matches were being officiated by a young man named Mondo. He was a fairly muscular, rugged man who looked like he was on safari in the wilderness. He had Caucasian features, with blond hair and blue eyes. He had a team of judges to help him officiate the match. Asking around, Ash learned that he was the Gym Leader of the new Gym and keeper of the World Badge.
With the exception of the referees, the matches were fairly informal. Only two trainers could battle at a time and they may use only one Pokemon. This rule was made to allow people a good chance at battling. The battlers were volunteers randomly chosen by Mondo from among the audience. The Pokemon trainers decided to purchase a ticket. It was good for experience and practice to fight as many other trainers as possible.
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Meanwhile, Gennai materialized outside of the explorers' new settlement. A massive festival took place on the streets. From the buildings and their technology, Gennai knew these people were technologically advanced. This was further corroborated by the fact that these people were able to build portals to the Digital World. Though their culture wasn't very different from that of the Real World, Gennai still found these people to be truly alien.
These people brought new life forms with them that he had never seen before. These creatures seemed to resemble the indigenous Digimon of his world. However, the humans didn't seem to be able to understand the creatures judging by their reactions. Even more unusual was the fact that the life forms were more like common pets to the humans. Gennai only noted one such situation that was even remotely similar; the Digidestined and their Digimon partners.
These creatures seemed to live in symbiosis with the humans. Upon passing a construction site, Gennai noted that a few of these creatures were assisting the workers. A few mole-like creatures were digging up a foundation, while some muscular humanoids helped move supplies and girders. Gennai sincerely hoped that these people could get along with the Digimon in the same way. As Gennai walked around, he eventually found an outdoor arena. He could hear the cheering of the audience, who was obviously watching something exciting.
Security and ticket booths barred the entrances up. "How much is it for a ticket?" asked Gennai.
"Adult tickets are 15 Pokeyen each," replied the vendor.
Gennai turned around and watched as a young child came up to buy a ticket. In particular, he tried to analyze the child without arousing suspicion. On the child's shoulder was a small, yellow, mouse-like creature. Its tail looked like a lightning bolt striking its butt. This mouse was surely not a Digimon, and was probably one of the new creatures brought over to the Digital World.
The boy's back was turned to Gennai, so he had no way of seeing what the boy truly looked like. However, Gennai could clearly see that the boy was wearing a red cap. He wore a blue jacket and blue jeans, which were fairly typical of a boy his age. He must have been a handler of these creatures, which Gennai assumed was a common profession among these people. Gennai would soon encounter a familiar friend...
"Gennai!" blurted a voice in exuberance.
Gennai recognized the voice. He turned to see Gatomon perched on the shoulder of another unfamiliar boy. "Gatomon, it's been quite awhile. So how are you doing?"
"Gatomon, you know this man?" asked the first boy in curiosity.
"Of course, he's Gennai. He's the person who guided the Digidestined in their quest to save the Digital World. Back then, he was an old man..."
Gennai smirked. "It's amazing what a few vitamins can do."
Gatomon introduced her new friends, Ash, Brock, Misty, Pikachu, Togepi, and Whitney to Gennai.
"So Gennai, what are you doing here? Is something bad happening in the Digital World?"
"You could say that... It has to do with the people of this town. There's some distrust towards them among the Sovereigns. I'm here acting as a messenger. I've been sent to deliver a decree to the authorities."
"Sovereigns?" asked Brock. "I heard Gatomon talk about this yesterday. They're like rulers or kings, right?"
"Sort of... I think the term 'gods' or 'deities' would be much more appropriate," corrected Gennai.
The Pokemon trainers and even their Pokemon gasped in shock. This new revelation was a great surprise for the Pokemon trainers and their Pokemon. They imagined their own world being punished by divine retribution worthy of the Apocalypse. The situation was much more serious, now that gods were involved. It would be best not to offend the powers that protected the Digital World.
"The Sovereigns rule and protect this world and are concerned about your people's intentions here. As I said, some of them distrust your people. They are preparing for war should they feel you are a threat to the Digital World. I have with me a parchment dictating some laws that must be followed to ensure peace."
"This sounds very important. I think we should help him deliver the message," suggested Brock wisely. "The Pokemon matches can wait."
"We have all day passes, so we can just come later," added Whitney.
Gennai was lead to the town hall where he and the kids were escorted to the mayor. The mayor was a fairly portly man in his forties and wore a greyish black suit. The mayor was very interested in Gennai's message. Gennai handed him the scroll and watched as the mayor tried to read the text. He couldn't understand the strange characters of the Digital World syllabary. Gennai read the decree out loud as the mayor scribed a translation.
====================Sovereigns' Decree====================
This land is under the control of the six Sovereigns of the Digital World. You have entered here without express permission. To ensure peace, we have presented laws that you must follow:
1. Do not harm or interfere with the inhabitants of the Digital World without due provocation.
2. Do not set foot on File Island, the South Sector, the Dark Area, or the Heavens.
3. It is not recommended that you set foot in the West Sector.
4. Consult the Sovereigns before constructing any future cities.
5. Anubismon's servants will claim the dead. Do not interfere with their task.
6. The East and North are free Sectors. You may live and travel here without fear of persecution.
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Gennai magically produced a map of the Digital World on the mayor's computer. Using his map, Gennai marked the banned locations of the Digital World with slashed lines. The last place to be marked was File Island at the centre of the Digital World. The map shifted to reveal two more landmasses above and below the main world. The bottom world was the Dark Area and the top world was the Heavens. Both worlds were connected to the middle world by File Island and both were covered by the marks.
Silph Town was on an island just off the mainland of Server Continent. Server Continent itself was in the eastern regions, which were ruled by Azulongmon. Fortunately, it seemed Azulongmon had a positive view of the explorers, which would last provided the laws were obeyed. There were also some very bizarre laws on the parchment. The strangest one of all was the law dealing with how the dead were to be handled. The Dark Area Sovereign Anubismon had decreed that the dead were to be handled by his servants. No one was to interfere with their duties and any violations would result in severe penalties.
"I have completed my mission for the Sovereigns. I'm staying around for a while to answer some questions. I can't stay too long though, I must report to the Sovereigns," said Gennai. "Mayor, make sure that everyone read these laws."
The mayor nodded. "Understood."
"Gennai, I'm sure you must know a lot about Digimon. We're going to take you to Professor Oak," recommended Ash. "He would love to hear you talk to about Digimon."
The trainers led Gennai to a grand laboratory in the outskirts of Silph Town. It was a well-equipped facility for the raising and care of Pokemon. Behind the lab building itself was a vast, fenced off field for keeping the Pokemon. In the back of Oak's lab was a great kitchen with all the appliances and ingredients used for preparation of Pokemon meals. Several instruments and machines of high technology hummed as they analyzed the data fed in by Oak. Prof. Oak was seated at the desk in his lab speaking with three other trainers.
The first person was Tracey. He was a boy about Brock's age in a turquoise shirt and a red pair of shorts. He was an aspiring artist who drew pictures of Pokemon in various activities in their lives. He came to the Digital World to expand his horizons and draw the creatures of the new world. He was also a Pokemon trainer and travelled with Ash mostly during his journey in the Orange Islands. Ash was glad to see his old travelling companion in good health and spirits.
The second person was Casey. She was a girl about Ash's age with violet hair. She was a big baseball fan, which was apparent from the yellow, striped, Electabuzz jersey she wore. She arrived when the gates were opened to the public. The last time Ash met her was back at the Bug Catching Contest in the Johto National Park. Casey loved yellow, striped Pokemon and Ash fondly remembered the joy she felt after giving her a Beedrill. It was a dream came true for Casey.
The third person wore a violet shirt. His brown hair was spiked, and his face bore the expression of arrogance. It was this third person that irritated Ash. He was Prof. Oak's arrogant grandson, Gary Oak. Ash was one who could not stand being beaten, especially not by his own rival, Gary. Gary and Ash were rivals the moment they began their own Pokemon journeys long ago in Pallet. Gary was unaware of Ash's presence as he was having an involved conversation with Oak.
Apparently, Gary had encountered some of those new "Pokemon." Casey and Tracey were surprised to learn that they could talk. The new "Pokemon" could also communicate with regular Pokemon too! Gary had encountered these creatures by chance when he found their village. There were three different types of inhabitants. The first type was a small, biped, mushroom-like creature. The second type was a biped, plant-like reptile. They inhabited the city that surrounded a large castle from the feudal period in Japan.
Gary met the last type of inhabitant near the castle. They were small, frog-like creatures with horns wrapped around their necks. These creatures, the "Gekomon," welcomed the outsider and so Gary was able to befriend them. They kept referring to some people called the "Digidestined," who graced their town with a visit. They were especially taken by one Digidestined in particular, "Princess Mimi," who awakened their slumbering master, Shogun Gekomon. Before he left, Gary was granted an audience with Shogun Gekomon himself.
"I see you have met the Gekomon," said Gennai. "They are quite friendly as you already know. They pampered Mimi when she met them."
Everyone turned to faced Gennai and saw Ash and his friends as well.
"Hey Ash, it's great to see you! I got to draw a lot of new Pokemon since we parted. Now, it seems I have Digimon to draw as well!" greeted Tracey.
"Tracey, it's nice to see you again," greeted Ash in return.
"So you're still here, Ash? I'm actually going out and finding out about this world. You're still stuck here fooling around. Some trainer you are..." sneered Gary.
"What? I did find stuff about here! This man is Gennai and he knows a lot more than what you learned from a city full of frogs!" proclaimed Ash. "I brought him here just so Prof. Oak could hear what he had to say! By the way, those are 'Pokemon' aren't really Pokemon. They're Digimon, and I happen to have a Digimon named Gatomon right here!"
"Alright, stop this bickering," scolded Oak. "You have both done well to bring me information! Let me hear what Gennai has to say,"
Gennai first decided to ask Oak about some of the basic things on Pokemon. From what he was told, Pokemon had much in common with Digimon and quite a few things that were not. Pokemon and humans have lived in symbiosis for an uncountable number of years. Pokemon were kept and transported in containers called Pokeballs. Trainers can catch new ones by initiating a battle, winning, and then throwing a Pokeball at the Pokemon.
"Hmm... That wouldn't be a good thing to do here. The Sovereigns will not like the sound of that. It is also in violation of the first rule," warned Gennai.
"First rule?" asked Gary.
Gennai waved his hand over Oak's computer screen. A translated copy of the Sovereigns' decree appeared and Gary read the laws. Gary disliked what he read.
"How do we catch Digimon if we're not allowed to attack them?" he complained.
"You don't," stated Gennai as a matter of fact. "You are guests in the Digital World. Since you are guests, you must respect the rules of your host."
"It would be in your best interests to listen to Gennai. This is a political matter now, and we are guests in the Sovereigns' world. We shouldn't squander this privilege," warned Oak. "Besides, every living being has the right to be free and we should respect that right."
"We understand Professor. Earlier in the day, we brought Gennai to the town hall to deliver the laws," informed Ash. "I really would have liked to add some Digimon to my team though."
"I will have to tell the Sovereigns and the mayor about this," stated Gennai. "It's a good thing you guys got to me when you did. Your information helped me ensure peace between everyone."
"Yeah, but even though there are laws, some people will still break them," warned Oak. "I know, and I can think of three people right off the top of my head; Team Rocket!" informed Brock.
"Tell me about this 'Team Rocket,'" requested Gennai in curiosity. "I will warn the Sovereigns about them."
Brock recounted his confrontations with Team Rocket. Team Rocket was a group of thugs who perpetrated crimes involving Pokemon. They would surely see Digimon as yet another opportunity to exploit. Team Rocket would steal Digimon in much the same way they do to Pokemon. In the Pokemon trainers' world, which Gennai dubbed the "Pokemon World," Team Rocket was largely disliked, even hated. The police and other law enforcement agencies actively seek out and attempt to shut down Team Rocket operations.
Gennai nodded in understanding. "I see. So they are criminals from your world. It seems we have a common enemy."
Everyone recommended that it would be a great help if the Sovereigns lent their assistance to stopping Team Rocket, at least in the Digital World. The Digital World was largely unexplored by humanity, and hence, there would be many places for Rockets to hide. Rockets wore unique uniforms bearing an "R" which identified them.
"No one wants to cause trouble on purpose, but Team Rocket would surely be an exception. Every one of us has run afoul of them at one time or another," informed Oak.
"I'm sure the Sovereigns will cooperate with your police to stop Team Rocket," affirmed Gennai. "I also some gifts for you, a Digital World history book, a Digimon Analyzer, and some operating instructions. Where can I upload all this?"
Oak directed Gennai to the server that contained the master Pokedex. Oak explained that this server contained a database on all known species of Pokemon. Using his powers, Gennai uploaded some information about the Digital World and the Digimon. Oak updated Ash's Pokedex with the new information. Oak in turn, gave Gennai a Pokedex and taught him how to operate it. After the exchange, everyone was eager to read up on the new data. Gennai and Gatomon's face lit up in enlightenment as they read the data on Pokemon and their world. For Oak and the Pokemon trainers, they were more enthralled by wonder as they read their information.
"Digimon are the product of dreams and imagination?" asked Oak incredulously.
"Yes. They're made of the dreams of a people much like your own, and also computer data. However, the Digimon don't normally interact with the humans of the Real World. However there's an exception to that rule. Three years ago, a group of Chosen Children, the Digidestined, saved our world from the rule of the Dark Masters."
"Dark Masters?" asked Misty.
"Read the history of the Digital World," suggested Gennai. "It was a fairly recent event."
The Pokemon trainers did as Gennai asked. The history of the Digital World was material worthy of being converted to a fantasy novel. It spoke of the Chosen Children, the Digidestined, who were brought from the Real World to save the Digital World. They each received a companion Digimon to protect them on their journeys. Each child bore a Crest that represented his or her strongest personality trait.
At first there were seven, but then an eighth one joined before the battle with the Dark Masters. The Dark Masters were four evil Mega Digimon who were created by another Mega Digimon, Apocalymon. They conquered the Digital World and sealed away the Sovereigns. The Digidestined defeated all five of the evil Digimon and in doing so, freed the Sovereigns. With their task done, the Digidestined were forced to return home and leave behind the Digimon they loved.
"I was the eighth Digimon, that's why I asked if you knew Kari. She was my Digidestined partner," revealed Gatomon.
"It must be so sad to never see your partner ever again," lamented Misty.
Gatomon sighed. "Yeah." "I felt the same way. I believed Pikachu wanted to go with those other Pikachu. Pikachu was my first Pokemon, so it was hard for me to part with him..." commented Ash.
In another huddle, Brock searched through the data on Oak's computer. "Let's see what a 'Mega' Digimon is."
Brock read the information on the Digimon's Mega level. It seemed that Digimon evolved just like Pokemon did. This process was dubbed "Digivolution." The Mega level was the highest level and considered a forbidden level. This was because Mega Digimon were exponentially more powerful in comparison to their lower level counterparts. The Sovereigns feared the death and destruction a Mega could cause and sealed this power away to prevent abuse.
"Is there any information on the Digimon themselves?" asked Casey.
"Sure, here I'll show you how to access the Digimon Analyzer."
Gennai pressed a few keys on Oak's desktop computer. A read out of Gekomon and Gatomon appeared on the screen and Gennai showed it to everyone.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Gekomon
Type: Virus
Level: Champion
Attacks: Symphony Crusher
Gekomon are small frogs that treat all guests with respect and hospitality. They are the retainers and servants of their master, Shogun Gekomon.
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====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Gatomon
Type: Vaccine
Level: Champion
Attacks: Lightning Paw, Cat's Eye
Gatomon is the partner of the Digidestined of Light. Gatomon is an agile and strong Digimon and her tail ring contains great Holy power.
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Gennai also showed everyone how to do the same with Pokedexes. Gennai pressed a few buttons and showed everyone a read out of Apocalymon.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Apocalymon
Type: ?
Level: Mega
Attacks: Virus Grenade, Reverse Digivolve, Total Annihilation
Apocalymon is the creator of the Dark Masters. He was created from the data of thousands of dead Digimon and had the power to destroy both the Real and Digital worlds.
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Unknown to the Pokemon trainers, a familiar trio watched the discussion in Oak's lab. They kept their faces hidden from the trainers within. They were able to see everyone in a huddle and Gatomon standing on Oak's desk. They remarked her Meowth-like features and the scripture on the golden ring on her tail. It was very tempting to make a grab for Gatomon now, but the Team Rocket trio opted to eavesdrop instead. Tracey and Gary were blocking their way .
"Did you hear that, James?" asked James.
James smirked. "I sure did!"
"This world is filled with Digimon perfect for the swipe'n! The boss will love to hear this!" said Meowth with excitement.
"Ha-ha-ha-ha!" chuckled Jessie. "The boss will surely give us a big fat raise when we capture some Digimon!"
"Why don't we follow the twerps? They'll find the Digimon for us and then we can steal them!" suggested James.
"Wobba!" cried Wobbuffet in agreement.
"Hey, get back in your ball!" scolded Jessie as she returned Wobbuffet. "Let's keep looking. They're bound to go see some Digimon soon and then we'll pounce!"
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Brock and Misty looked over Ash's shoulder to read the information on Apocalymon.
"Hmm... not a very pleasant looking Digimon," remarked Brock.
"Yeah, I can see the evil," added Misty.
Suddenly, the sound of an explosion ripped through the air!
"Whoa, what was that?" asked Brock in bewilderment.
"We better check it out!" suggested Gary.
Everyone ran out as fast as they could. The source of the explosion was the gates that brought them to the Digital World. Several other people had crowded around the scene. The police and other emergency personnel were already there and had cordoned off the area. Judging by their conversations, it appeared as though an accident had taken place. Ash had managed to work his way to the front of the crowd.
Ash recognized one of the accident victims. "Ritchie! Are you alright?"
Seated on the ground was a young boy about Ash's age. His taste in clothes bore a style similar to that of Ash's. However, he favoured the colour turquoise for his clothes rather than Ash's blue. Some paramedics were tending to him and his Pikachu. His injuries were minimal and so there was minimal concern. Blood trickled down from a minor cut on his soot-covered forehead. The paramedic applied a bandage to stop the bleeding. Sparky, Ritchie's Pikachu, was lightly bruised, but his injuries weren't life threatening at all.
Ritchie's spirits livened up as he recognized the voice. "Ash! Don't worry, I'm fine. I'm just a little surprised, and scared. I wish we didn't have to meet like this..."
Ash was relieved. "How did this accident happen?"
"From what I heard, one of the pods short-circuited. It skid out of its tube, and crashed into the pod I was in."
Ash looked up to see one of the pods flaming, smoking and upside down. "Terrible!"
While Ritchie and Sparky were fine, several other people and Pokemon were not so lucky. A paramedic was checking the condition of a trainer no older than Ash himself. The paramedic shook his head and made a slashing gesture across his throat. The boy was already dead and couldn't be saved. The same was true of his Pokemon; a Pikachu much like Ash's. Just as the dead victims were about to be body bagged, several portals appeared.
On the other side of the portal, was a world of eternal night. Several ghosts filed out of the portal, floating in synchronization like marching soldiers. The head ghost wore a red hood that completely concealed his face in darkness, save for a pair of piercing blue eyes. He carried with him a deadly looking scythe that was rested on his shoulder. He looked amongst the victims as if analyzing the situation.
The other ghosts looked like ripped and soiled white sheets floating in the air. Their mouths were filled with a set of scary, sharp teeth. They seemed focused on obeying the head ghost. The paramedic freaked out when they surrounded the body of the boy. They raised their arms as though they were channelling power. Ash decided to test his new Digimon Analyzer on the ghosts.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Phantomon
Type: Virus
Level: Ultimate
Attacks: Shadow Scythe
Phantomon are the ghostly servants of the Sovereign of the Dark Area. He is the foreman of the Bakemon who bring the dead to the Dark Area for judgement.
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====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Bakemon
Type: Virus
Level: Champion
Attacks: Evil Charm, Dark Claw
Bakemon are the ghostly grunts and manual labourers of the Sovereign. They bring the dead to the Dark Area for judgement.
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"Hey what are you doing?" asked Jenny defensively.
"We are servants of the Sovereign of the Dark Area. It is our duty to bring the dead to his realm. You are not to interfere with our task," declared Phantomon.
"This place is under police control! Leave that boy alone!" ordered Jenny.
Jenny and Phantomon continued to argue about the boy's fate. Neither side was willing to back down. Phantomon ordered his Bakemon to take the dead, despite Jenny's protests. This was when the situation degenerated. Jenny ordered her Growlithes to stop the Bakemon. In response, one of the Growlithes tackled a Bakemon to the ground as another Growlithe was pinned down by a Bakemon's claw.
"Evil Charm!"
The bolt of dark elemental energy was fired at an enemy Growlithe just as it unleashed a Flamethrower. Both the Bakemon and the Growlithe were struck at the same time. The Growlithe was knocked onto the ground and the Bakemon was busy dousing the flame. In another part of the melee, another Growlithe lunged at Phantomon. He blocked the attack and shoved the Growlithe away. The Growlithe landed on its feet and growled at Phantomon.
Everywhere in the scene of the accident, Bakemon and Growlithes were fighting. The fight wasn't even a fight at all; it was more like a riot. Ash and Pikachu were getting anxious and couldn't stand watching any longer. Just as Ash and Pikachu moved to intervene, the others had reached the front of the crowd. Gennai held Ash back and stopped his interference.
Ash was upset. "Why are you stopping me? They're going to take the boy away! How can you let them do that..."
"You heard the laws of the Sovereign," said Gennai as a matter of fact. "The dead are to be brought by the Bakemon to the Dark Area. They stay there for a few years under Anubismon's rule. They are then sent to the Heavens to be reborn," informed Gennai.
"Reborn?" asked Casey in disbelief.
"Yes. Digimon never truly die, they are reconfigured and are returned to Primary Village."
The spectators mentally debated as to what to do. Before anyone could take action, another larger portal materialized. On the other side, a gigantic skeletal Digimon marched onto the battlefield. The ground rumbled with each step he took. This Digimon wore giant leather pants and metal boots. He had what appeared to be a spherical stone lodged inside of his rib cage. He carried a staff that resonated with dark energies.
This Digimon looked even more evil than the ghosts. The sight of the giant skeleton rightfully frightened the spectators. They kept their distance as he surveyed the situation before him. The Digimon didn't seem too concerned with the crowd around the crash site. The people stood well away as he advanced, giving him a clear pathway. Ash ran the Digimon through the Digimon Analyzer.
====================Digimon Analyzer====================
Name: Skull Satamon
Type: Virus
Level: Ultimate
Attacks: Nail Bone, Skull Hammer
Skull Satamon is one of the enforcers for the Sovereign of the Dark Area. Skull Satamon's staff is known to contain incredible dark power.
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"Skull Hammer!"
Skull Satamon smashed the ground with his attack. The orb on his staff glowed as it made contact with the ground. The image of a screaming skull flashed briefly and an earthquake erupted, jarring many of the spectators and Growlithe. The Bakemon turned to face their Sovereign's enforcer. Skull Satamon turned to the police and the crowd and made an address.
"I am Skull Satamon. I am here to ensure that the Sovereign's will is carried out. The dead must be brought to his domain immediately. All who dare oppose the Sovereign will be struck down!"
"Ash, let me handle this. I'll try to calm Skull Satamon down."
Sensing that the situation was about to deteriorate, Gennai stepped in to intervene. Jenny noticed and called out to Gennai: "This is a restricted area! Stay behind the line or you will be arrested!"
"Please let me speak with him. I am also a representative of the Sovereigns," declared Gennai.
Gennai approached Skull Satamon. He pleaded with Skull Satamon not to take any action against the police. Skull Satamon was somewhat reluctant to hear Gennai's plea. He only wanted to see the Sovereign's will carried out. Gennai decided to speak with Jenny instead. He told her about how the dead are handled in the Digital World.
"You're must be kidding me," replied Jenny incredulously.
"Believe it or not, that is how the dead are handled here. In a few years, the boy will be returned right where he died," answered Gennai in affirmation.
"We must take the boy to prevent an evil from reforming. The Digital World can't break his body to data like the Digimon. He's now a magnet for evil Digimon who want to harvest data to revive the evil," informed Phantomon.
"If you bring him back to your world, the evil Digimon will just go there to get the data."
Jenny considered carefully what she was told. Though it seemed like a joke, Phantomon and Gennai were very serious about what they said. Jenny believed the warnings Gennai and Phantomon gave her. She reluctantly agreed to allow the dead to be taken by Phantomon. Phantomon gestured to the Bakemon and they sprang into action.
The Bakemon gathered around the body of each victim and carried it into the smaller portal. Skull Satamon was satisfied with the situation and said his farewell to the police. He promised to put a good word in with the Sovereign for their cooperation. The Pokemon trainers watched as a Bakemon carried each corpse to the realm of the Sovereign.