Beyond the Battlefield
Friendly Competition
My name is Bit Cloud. I'm a Zoid warrior with the Ultimate X Liger Zero and the Blitz Team. Together we've been battling for quite sometime and have been doing pretty well. I also came in second place in the All- Class Zoid Championships. Now with me girlfriend Ami, better known as Fire Cat, we wonder the planet looking for a real battle that will take us to the limit.
*
"Strike Laser Claw!" The red cat known as Rapidfire comes down on another Saber Fang, ending the battle.
"It looks like another victory for us," Bit adds/
"I guess. But they aren't very much fun. They're all too easy to beat. I want a challenge," Ami comments, yawning.
"We just have to keep looking. One will pop up eventually." *
"Why can't we find a decent battle? I'm going to get rusty for the next season soon enough," Bit comments as he takes another bite of his sandwich as he and Fire Cat sit to eat.
"I know. There has to be something we could do."
"Excuse me." They turn towards the aisle and look at the older man with black and gray hair, in his business suit. "Are you Bit Cloud and Fire Cat?"
"Yeah. WE are them. Why do you want to know?" Bit asks defensively.
"I heard your conversation and I think I have something you may like." *
"Let me get this straight Mr. Umi. In a few days, there will be a giant Zoid battle between two companies who have recruited different warriors, one of which are yours. And you want Ami and me to fight for your side. I don't know," Bit answers as he takes another bite as the man sits next to him. Ami sits across silently, stirring her milkshake.
"You said you wanted a challenging fight and both my competitor and I will be getting the best warriors there are. And of course, I will pay you for your services, for all necessary maintenance on your Zoids and room and food," the man says as he takes another drink.
"So the most powerful Zoid warriors will be there. Plus we get paid. That sounds promising. We usually don't do this kind of stuff for companies, but since there will be plenty of battling." Ami starts.
"We agree," Bit finishes.
"Great. We'll leave right away then so you two can get ready. The rest of the team has already been picked," Mr. Umi states standing up and extending his hand for Bit and Ami to shake, closing the deal. *
"Wow. This place is huge," Ami says as she and Bit enters their penthouse for the duration of the battle. It's is extremely decorated as if royalty would live in the room, two couches with a huge fireplace and television screen above it in the living room. A small kitchenette to the right with a huge dining room right next to it. To the left, there are two giant oak doors.
"It's the best room in the whole building. The best for the two highest ranking warriors and it's away from all the other rooms, so you can relax and do whatever you want. This is the living room. There is a small kitchen with table, a large bedroom with a king size bed and bathroom with shower and hot tub. I hope it's to your liking," Mr. Umi states, pointing out what they can see and not see.
"This is so... You didn't have to go through all of this."
"It's no problem, really Mr. Cloud. Now dinner should be getting ready in a few minutes. I'll let someone up here to show you down."
"Thanks," Bit says as Mr. Umi closes the door behind him and leaves the couple to themselves.
"It's like our own little apartment. And it's definitely much nicer than what we have back at the Toros base," Ami says walking in and inspecting the place further.
"I wonder who the other people on the team. WE might know some of them." Before they make their way to other parts of the house, they hear a knock at the door. Bit being the closest one, goes towards it.
"Coming." HE opens it and sees three very familiar faces.
"Room service," the older male states.
"Doc. Leena. Jamie. What are you guys doing here?" Bit asks in shock.
"We're here for the battle."
"IT's so great to see you guys. It's been so long," Ami says as she makes her appearance.
"It has. Hey! How come you guys got a nicer room than we have?" Leena says as she looks inside for the first time.
"That's because we are the two top ranking warriors here. WE get special perks."
"Anyways, Mr. Umi told us to come get you two for dinner," Jamie states before they all leave. *
"Wow. Even the dining hall is huge," Bit says, pulling out a chair for Ami to sit in and then one for himself. The rest of the team looks around at the other tables.
"I recognize some of these people. I think that's Isamu over there," Jamie points out.
"And by the way people are looking over here, they seem to recognize us," Ami says, wondering how they could tell who she is from far away.
"You know the tail and ears are a dead giveaway," Leena comments.
"I guess so." Ami giggles and scratches her head.
"Do you mind if we sit with you?" They look towards the voice and see three more familiar faces.
"Leon. Naomi. Brad. You guys are here too?" Doc asks.
"Brad here got recruited so we're all here," Naomi answers as she takes a seat.
"I'm guessing that Ami and Bit did too," Leon states.
"Yep," Bit and Ami agree. Suddenly a loud clicking is heard and they look towards the front to see Mr. Umi standing on his platform.
"Ladies and gentlemen. I welcome you all here. You have all been chosen because you are the best Zoid warriors there are. You probably all know each other, so I'll leave all the talking and meeting to you. In a few days, a giant Zoid battle between Umi Corporation and Fujimori Corporation will happen. And from the group of warriors gathered here, I am sure we will win. So eat hearty and tomorrow will start training." *
"So what are you guys doing here?" Ami asks.
"Mr. Umi contacted us wanting to know where you guys were and told us about the battle. It seems that he wants the whole team to participate in the competition and to be there for the actual warrior," the Doc answers.
"HE seems like a really good guy."
"I guess he does. I just want to battle. That's the only reason Ami and I are here. We need a good battle."
"So who else is here?" Leena asks.
"Pretty much all the finalists from the championships are here and a few others who didn't want to participate," Brad answers.
"Then who does this Fujimori guy have?" Jamie asks.
"He has his own special team of warriors and often goes out and gets warriors who don't participate in normal Zoid battles," Leon explains.
"Then they'll be all new opponents to battle then. This is even better," Ami states. *
As the morning light shines in over the two sleeping warriors, the bell rings. They ignore the bell and continue to sleep. The bell starts to ring over and over again, until Ami turns towards Bit and pokes him slightly in stomach. "Bit, go open the door and see who it is?"
"Why don't you? You seem to be more up?" he suggests turning over.
"But you're closer to the door. Please Bit?" she asks again, tracing figures with her fingers on his back.
"Alright. I'll be back." Bit gets up from the bed and stretches before heading towards the door. While walking, he rubs the sleep of his eyes and combs his hair with his fingers. HE soon arrives at his destination and opens the door to show a chipper young bellboy in a red uniform.
"Good morning Mr. Cloud. Mr. Umi sent me up here to see if there is anything you or Miss. Kamiya needs. IT is a beautiful day outside, perfect for battling and breakfast will be served in a few minutes." Bit stares for a few seconds at the boy and then slams the door close, walking back towards the bed. The bell rings again and Bit opens the door once more. "Excuse me sir, but Mr. Umi would like all of his guest on time for breakfast."
"What time is it anyways?"
"It's 6:10 sir."
"What? Who's up this early?"
"Mr. Umi, myself and the rest of the warriors Mr. Cloud. Breakfast is starting shortly."
"Alright. We'll be down there in a few." He slams the door once more and heads towards the bedroom. "Stupid bellboy." *
"It's too early to be training. I didn't even get my 12 hours of sleep," Ami complains, staring at her food.
"Stupid bellboy," Bit spits out again, taking a bite of his eggs. A clicking noise is heard again as everyone looks towards the podium once again.
"Ladies and gentlemen, today we start training for the big battle."
"We don't need training. We're the best warriors there are and we've been through enough training," one warrior states, being agreed with by the other warriors.
"This training is not really for you, but for us. We just want some updated statistics so we can place everyone accordingly and plan out. First we're going to run a couple of tests, then maybe some sparring just in case some of you are rusty. Then we'll stop for the day so you guys can get ready for the ball."
"Ball? You never said anything about a ball," another warrior states.
"IT's just a formal engagement where you can get to know each other better. There will also be other company executives there who also help sponsor this event. It is a great opportunity for all to meet them so they may be able to help you out in the future with your Zoid battles." The audience becomes silent and no one objects. "Alright. We'll start things off with the agility test. Then move on to a power test, endurance, and speed." *
"Alright, time for the final test of today and then we'll break so you can get ready for the ball tonight. 10 miles away there is a tall pillar. The goal is to get down there and back as fast as you can. To make things faster, we will be running in groups of five. First ones up will be Bit Cloud, Ethan Cunning, Jared Kessler, Jack Sisqo, and Fire Cat."
"Jack, I didn't know you were here. You got recruited as well," Bit says as he walks up to the line. Jack walks up as well, right next to him. Two command wolves come up as well.
"I was in last year's battle and was one of the best, so they brought me back."
"It looks like I'll be able to show you off again Bit," Fire Cat says as she walks up as well.
"I'm not arguing with you there."
"And you must be Jack. I've heard a lot about you from Bit and the rest of the team," she says looking at him.
"And I've heard a lot about you. I've really wanted to race you as well," Jack says getting ready for the run.
"Well it looks like you'll get the chance. Just don't feel bad about losing," Ami says, getting ready as well.
"All pilots ready? Go!" At the sound of the gun, the five Zoids start their run, Ami and Jack taking the lead.
"Don't think you'll win Fire Cat."
"Oh, but I am. You're already at full power and I'm only at a little more than half. Let's push it all the way Rapidfire!" Jack watches in amazement as Rapidfire gains a huge lead ahead of him.
"What in the world?" As he approaches the pillar, Ami is already on her way back to the starting line." *
"Look. Here comes Fire Cat!" She passes the line and the men see her time.
"That has to be a new record or something." Seconds later comes Jack, followed by Bit, and then Jared and Ethan at the same time in their command wolves.
"Well, that was fun. Nothing like a good run to get the blood flowing," Ami states as she gets out of the cockpit. *
Another chapter out. I hope this one has been better than the previous. The others will be great too, Things will be better. -Chibi Reli
Friendly Competition
My name is Bit Cloud. I'm a Zoid warrior with the Ultimate X Liger Zero and the Blitz Team. Together we've been battling for quite sometime and have been doing pretty well. I also came in second place in the All- Class Zoid Championships. Now with me girlfriend Ami, better known as Fire Cat, we wonder the planet looking for a real battle that will take us to the limit.
*
"Strike Laser Claw!" The red cat known as Rapidfire comes down on another Saber Fang, ending the battle.
"It looks like another victory for us," Bit adds/
"I guess. But they aren't very much fun. They're all too easy to beat. I want a challenge," Ami comments, yawning.
"We just have to keep looking. One will pop up eventually." *
"Why can't we find a decent battle? I'm going to get rusty for the next season soon enough," Bit comments as he takes another bite of his sandwich as he and Fire Cat sit to eat.
"I know. There has to be something we could do."
"Excuse me." They turn towards the aisle and look at the older man with black and gray hair, in his business suit. "Are you Bit Cloud and Fire Cat?"
"Yeah. WE are them. Why do you want to know?" Bit asks defensively.
"I heard your conversation and I think I have something you may like." *
"Let me get this straight Mr. Umi. In a few days, there will be a giant Zoid battle between two companies who have recruited different warriors, one of which are yours. And you want Ami and me to fight for your side. I don't know," Bit answers as he takes another bite as the man sits next to him. Ami sits across silently, stirring her milkshake.
"You said you wanted a challenging fight and both my competitor and I will be getting the best warriors there are. And of course, I will pay you for your services, for all necessary maintenance on your Zoids and room and food," the man says as he takes another drink.
"So the most powerful Zoid warriors will be there. Plus we get paid. That sounds promising. We usually don't do this kind of stuff for companies, but since there will be plenty of battling." Ami starts.
"We agree," Bit finishes.
"Great. We'll leave right away then so you two can get ready. The rest of the team has already been picked," Mr. Umi states standing up and extending his hand for Bit and Ami to shake, closing the deal. *
"Wow. This place is huge," Ami says as she and Bit enters their penthouse for the duration of the battle. It's is extremely decorated as if royalty would live in the room, two couches with a huge fireplace and television screen above it in the living room. A small kitchenette to the right with a huge dining room right next to it. To the left, there are two giant oak doors.
"It's the best room in the whole building. The best for the two highest ranking warriors and it's away from all the other rooms, so you can relax and do whatever you want. This is the living room. There is a small kitchen with table, a large bedroom with a king size bed and bathroom with shower and hot tub. I hope it's to your liking," Mr. Umi states, pointing out what they can see and not see.
"This is so... You didn't have to go through all of this."
"It's no problem, really Mr. Cloud. Now dinner should be getting ready in a few minutes. I'll let someone up here to show you down."
"Thanks," Bit says as Mr. Umi closes the door behind him and leaves the couple to themselves.
"It's like our own little apartment. And it's definitely much nicer than what we have back at the Toros base," Ami says walking in and inspecting the place further.
"I wonder who the other people on the team. WE might know some of them." Before they make their way to other parts of the house, they hear a knock at the door. Bit being the closest one, goes towards it.
"Coming." HE opens it and sees three very familiar faces.
"Room service," the older male states.
"Doc. Leena. Jamie. What are you guys doing here?" Bit asks in shock.
"We're here for the battle."
"IT's so great to see you guys. It's been so long," Ami says as she makes her appearance.
"It has. Hey! How come you guys got a nicer room than we have?" Leena says as she looks inside for the first time.
"That's because we are the two top ranking warriors here. WE get special perks."
"Anyways, Mr. Umi told us to come get you two for dinner," Jamie states before they all leave. *
"Wow. Even the dining hall is huge," Bit says, pulling out a chair for Ami to sit in and then one for himself. The rest of the team looks around at the other tables.
"I recognize some of these people. I think that's Isamu over there," Jamie points out.
"And by the way people are looking over here, they seem to recognize us," Ami says, wondering how they could tell who she is from far away.
"You know the tail and ears are a dead giveaway," Leena comments.
"I guess so." Ami giggles and scratches her head.
"Do you mind if we sit with you?" They look towards the voice and see three more familiar faces.
"Leon. Naomi. Brad. You guys are here too?" Doc asks.
"Brad here got recruited so we're all here," Naomi answers as she takes a seat.
"I'm guessing that Ami and Bit did too," Leon states.
"Yep," Bit and Ami agree. Suddenly a loud clicking is heard and they look towards the front to see Mr. Umi standing on his platform.
"Ladies and gentlemen. I welcome you all here. You have all been chosen because you are the best Zoid warriors there are. You probably all know each other, so I'll leave all the talking and meeting to you. In a few days, a giant Zoid battle between Umi Corporation and Fujimori Corporation will happen. And from the group of warriors gathered here, I am sure we will win. So eat hearty and tomorrow will start training." *
"So what are you guys doing here?" Ami asks.
"Mr. Umi contacted us wanting to know where you guys were and told us about the battle. It seems that he wants the whole team to participate in the competition and to be there for the actual warrior," the Doc answers.
"HE seems like a really good guy."
"I guess he does. I just want to battle. That's the only reason Ami and I are here. We need a good battle."
"So who else is here?" Leena asks.
"Pretty much all the finalists from the championships are here and a few others who didn't want to participate," Brad answers.
"Then who does this Fujimori guy have?" Jamie asks.
"He has his own special team of warriors and often goes out and gets warriors who don't participate in normal Zoid battles," Leon explains.
"Then they'll be all new opponents to battle then. This is even better," Ami states. *
As the morning light shines in over the two sleeping warriors, the bell rings. They ignore the bell and continue to sleep. The bell starts to ring over and over again, until Ami turns towards Bit and pokes him slightly in stomach. "Bit, go open the door and see who it is?"
"Why don't you? You seem to be more up?" he suggests turning over.
"But you're closer to the door. Please Bit?" she asks again, tracing figures with her fingers on his back.
"Alright. I'll be back." Bit gets up from the bed and stretches before heading towards the door. While walking, he rubs the sleep of his eyes and combs his hair with his fingers. HE soon arrives at his destination and opens the door to show a chipper young bellboy in a red uniform.
"Good morning Mr. Cloud. Mr. Umi sent me up here to see if there is anything you or Miss. Kamiya needs. IT is a beautiful day outside, perfect for battling and breakfast will be served in a few minutes." Bit stares for a few seconds at the boy and then slams the door close, walking back towards the bed. The bell rings again and Bit opens the door once more. "Excuse me sir, but Mr. Umi would like all of his guest on time for breakfast."
"What time is it anyways?"
"It's 6:10 sir."
"What? Who's up this early?"
"Mr. Umi, myself and the rest of the warriors Mr. Cloud. Breakfast is starting shortly."
"Alright. We'll be down there in a few." He slams the door once more and heads towards the bedroom. "Stupid bellboy." *
"It's too early to be training. I didn't even get my 12 hours of sleep," Ami complains, staring at her food.
"Stupid bellboy," Bit spits out again, taking a bite of his eggs. A clicking noise is heard again as everyone looks towards the podium once again.
"Ladies and gentlemen, today we start training for the big battle."
"We don't need training. We're the best warriors there are and we've been through enough training," one warrior states, being agreed with by the other warriors.
"This training is not really for you, but for us. We just want some updated statistics so we can place everyone accordingly and plan out. First we're going to run a couple of tests, then maybe some sparring just in case some of you are rusty. Then we'll stop for the day so you guys can get ready for the ball."
"Ball? You never said anything about a ball," another warrior states.
"IT's just a formal engagement where you can get to know each other better. There will also be other company executives there who also help sponsor this event. It is a great opportunity for all to meet them so they may be able to help you out in the future with your Zoid battles." The audience becomes silent and no one objects. "Alright. We'll start things off with the agility test. Then move on to a power test, endurance, and speed." *
"Alright, time for the final test of today and then we'll break so you can get ready for the ball tonight. 10 miles away there is a tall pillar. The goal is to get down there and back as fast as you can. To make things faster, we will be running in groups of five. First ones up will be Bit Cloud, Ethan Cunning, Jared Kessler, Jack Sisqo, and Fire Cat."
"Jack, I didn't know you were here. You got recruited as well," Bit says as he walks up to the line. Jack walks up as well, right next to him. Two command wolves come up as well.
"I was in last year's battle and was one of the best, so they brought me back."
"It looks like I'll be able to show you off again Bit," Fire Cat says as she walks up as well.
"I'm not arguing with you there."
"And you must be Jack. I've heard a lot about you from Bit and the rest of the team," she says looking at him.
"And I've heard a lot about you. I've really wanted to race you as well," Jack says getting ready for the run.
"Well it looks like you'll get the chance. Just don't feel bad about losing," Ami says, getting ready as well.
"All pilots ready? Go!" At the sound of the gun, the five Zoids start their run, Ami and Jack taking the lead.
"Don't think you'll win Fire Cat."
"Oh, but I am. You're already at full power and I'm only at a little more than half. Let's push it all the way Rapidfire!" Jack watches in amazement as Rapidfire gains a huge lead ahead of him.
"What in the world?" As he approaches the pillar, Ami is already on her way back to the starting line." *
"Look. Here comes Fire Cat!" She passes the line and the men see her time.
"That has to be a new record or something." Seconds later comes Jack, followed by Bit, and then Jared and Ethan at the same time in their command wolves.
"Well, that was fun. Nothing like a good run to get the blood flowing," Ami states as she gets out of the cockpit. *
Another chapter out. I hope this one has been better than the previous. The others will be great too, Things will be better. -Chibi Reli