Rockin' in the Southside!
To RogueFanKC: Spectra too powerful? Well, if you read the chapter in which Spectra was introduced, you'll notice she has a glaring weakness that can be exploited. She's powerful, but she's far from invincible. Besides, she's not the strongest member of Metallix. Yeah, Fyre wants to be Pyro's beloved muse. I think Angelica would love to meet Lisa. Not to mention be endlessly thankful for getting Pyro off her back. Oh yeah, I read the latest chapter of 'The Last Muticorn', and I love the story. In fact, I have it in my Favorite Stories list! I'm glad you liked the last chapter, and I hope you like this brand new one!
To Sparky Genocide: Hey, Sparky! Glad you liked the last chapter, man! Diablo having a weakness to Kitty's Valley Girl speak, huh? I can imagine him wincing to that. Okay, I'll see what I can do. I hope you like this new chapter!
To Red Witch: Hey Red! I'm glad you liked the last chapter! I know things are getting exciting. I can't wait for the showdown either. Oh yeah, and I read the new chapter of "This Soap Opera called Life". I loved it! Man, Jean can't get a break! Oh yeah, and good thing Thunderbolt wasn't there. He'd be punching out students left and right, thanks to them igniting his explosive temper. He'd show them mutants don't need their powers to whoop some butt. Also, I have a new chapter of 'Madman on Wheels'! You should read and review it! Anyway, I hope you like the new chapter!
To Aaron: Yup, round 1 of the classic fight Southside Misfits vs. Metallix has begun. I'm glad you liked the chapter and the story so far. I thought it would be a good running joke if Johnny raced into battle, while always accidentally leaving his team-mates behind. I can't wait to beta-read your fic for you. You know, you don't have to wait, man. It would be interesting to see your take on the Southside Misfits' first appearance. I got your e-mails. I never heard of the old TV show 'Misfits of Science' and the DC character Sweet 16, the inspirations behind Johnny B. Goode and Shining Star. Can you tell me more about the show and Sweet 16? Anyway, I hope you like this new chapter!
Disclaimer: "Robert Smith! Hit her nose! Use Robot Punch!" - Stan Marsh, SouthPark
Chapter 11: The Big Fight!
The Chicago docks
"Ha!" John Bradley Gooden, the electrokinetic speedster and keyboard player known as Johnny B. Goode, raced in front of Spectra using his superhuman speed. He used his power over electricity to wrap rings of energy around her and pitch her into a pile of boxes.
"Spectra! That means the rest of Metallix is not too far behind." Jason exclaimed.
"Correct, Kid Superstar." Diablo made his appearance. He transformed into his red-skinned form and grinned maliciously. "I knew the device would work."
"What device?" Fyre asked.
"A device that is used to predict disasters. We used it to predict this taker truck overturning. We knew you'd respond and we decided to ambush you." Diablo smirked.
"That's pretty low, pal!" Jake snarled. Diablo laughed.
"No, it's just good tactics. Metallix! Attack!" Spectra leaped up and threw several balls of explosive green energy at the heroes. At the same time, several flying golden rings flew through the air. They hit the ground at the same time and exploded, disorienting the heroes.
"I owe you a beating, man!" Whiplash roared as he appeared, his finger-borne energy whips cracking. He made a beeline for a disoriented Trouble and started whipping at him. Trouble screamed in pain. Even though his invulnerability protected him from being injured, he still did feel pain. "This was for the time you beat me up in front of my whole gang!" Trouble snarled. His temper was flaring up. No one who knew Trouble ever tried to get his temper flaring.
"You %$&#$ ran your %$#&! mouth, Whiplash! That's %$&(! why I #!$%() beat the living #%$ out of you!" Trouble whacked Whiplash away with a hard backhand. Vixen wandered out to the dock, and a pair of liquid metal tentacles wrapped around her throat. Mercury slithered onto the top side of the deck, and turned into his human form, except for his arms.
"My beloved is in a coma thanks to you, Stephens." Mercury growled. He was showing his anger, an unusual trait for him.
"I…wasn't…my…fault…" Vicki choked out. "My…powers…emerging…"
"I do not know why you attacked her, nor do I care, but I will avenge her." Mercury tightened his grip on Vicki's throat. He also had one tentacle wrapped tightly around her wrists, knowing her hex powers were useless unless her hands were free. "I joined Metallix to get my hands on you, Vixen."
"VICKI!!!" Jason leapt out of nowhere and pounded Mercury with a super-strong punch, knocking him off the hexcaster. The Southside Misfit leader stood protectively over his girlfriend. "You alright, Vick?"
"Yeah, Jason." Vicki coughed.
"Maybe I should knock your beloved into a coma, Vixen." Mercury smirked. "See how you enjoy it."
"I don't think so." Jason warned. "I was there, Alex. It wasn't her fault. Her hex powers were emerging, and she could not control them."
"Tell that to my beloved." Mercury said. He turned his arms back to normal, and made liquid metal blades sprout from his body. Meanwhile, Jake was facing down Diablo.
"I should warn you, red." Diablo smirked. "You do not wish to fight me. You see, the more I fight, the stronger I become." Jake showed his own smirk, and shifted into his Dragon Mode.
"You'll see." Jake smirked. Meanwhile, Kitty and WrongWay were staring down Spectra and Ringer.
"You copied one of my powers, witch." Spectra spat at Kitty. "You've just earned yourself a painful death."
"You, like, have total issues, you know that?" Kitty crossed her arms.
"You should see her on St. Valentine's Day." WrongWay laughed. "Let the laughs begin."
"Yeah." Ringer agreed, juggling a couple golden energy rings. "It's hilarious."
"The hearts all laugh at me!" Spectra screamed.
Well, looks like the big brawl has begun! What will happen next? Will the Southside Misfits be able to beat Metallix? Find out in the next chapter! Suggestions needed badly!
