"Dragonball AS: New Recruits Saga"

Chapter 10- "The New Guys"

By- Tiny

"So, there are a group of evil energies coming to Earth, but we don't know when exactly," Vegeta mused, "How do we know that we'll be ready in time?"

"We don't," Bonzar stated flatly, "However, there may be a way for us to win!"

"And how do you propose we do that?" Vegeta grunted, "There are six Saiya-jin on this planet and each of us is more powerful than any other being on this mud ball. Who could be of help to us?"

"I don't know exactly," Bonzar sighed, "However, I do know that we could use all the help we can get! Yamcha and Tien both have a student left, and Krillin has two! We could use their help."

"Here's an idea!" Gohan chimed in, "How about we host a tournament to recruit new fighters? That way, we can see their strength and know exactly what their capable of."

"An excellent idea, brat," Vegeta smirked, "Very well then, we will host this tournament in one day at the old Budokai arena. Some of us will fight as well, just to test these newcomers strength."

"Okay everyone, get busy spreading the word," Gohan cheered, "Videl, you can get your father to help us out too. Have him say he wants to recruit new fighters to protect the world for him. We're bound to get a turnout then."

"Okay Gohan," Videl smiled, "I need to go and show him his new grandson anyway."

"Good luck you guys," Dende waved as everyone flew away, "I'll see you after the tournament!"

"Did I hear right Dende?" Popo asked, "Are they really holding a tournament?"

"Indeed they are Popo," Dende smiled, "Why do you ask?"

"Well, I was thinking that perhaps Sanil would like be informed of this," Popo laughed, "Should I tell him?"

"He won't be out for at least another six hours," Dende mused, "Tell him then, he'll want to know."

"Yes, oh green one," Popo smiled, going back to watering the flowers.

"I hate when he says that...."

"YOU WANT US TO WHAT!?!" King Kai yelled, "Now Piccolo, I always figured you to be a rational...person. Now you want me to send you off on a journey to find Goku on the word of a Saiya-jin from Hell? I don't care if it is his father, I say..."

"You say nothing, North Kai!" a voice boomed across the field, startling everyone.

Not liking people he doesn't know behind him, Piccolo zipped around to face the man who had addressed King Kai. He was a fairly tall Kaio-Shin, much taller than Kibito-Shin, with a thick, bushy head of white hair. His skin, unlike Supreme Kai's, was a light blue color with a white goatee framing his face. His uniform looked more like Grand Kai's casual jeans outfit as well, making him look a bit more laidback.

"My...my lord!" King Kai bowed, "Forgive me! I had no idea you were coming here!"

"Oh, stand up King Kai," the man chuckled, "And I've told you to call me Shin."

"Who are you?" Piccolo demanded, "You look like Supreme Kai, but a bit....different."

"That is because I am also a Kaio-Shin," the man bowed, "A pleasure to meet the mighty Piccolo."

"Y...you're a Kaio-Shin?" Piccolo stammered, "But...but that would mean that..."

"Yes Piccolo, I am the Ultimate Kaio-Shin," Shin smiled, "But you need not worry about that, I mean you and your comrades no harm."

"That's good to hear," Piccolo sighed, "Then what do you want?"

"I want to help you," Shin responded, "You see, I know the way to the domain of Dragons and have seen this Goku you are looking for. I will help you find him, but it will be long and dangerous for you. The domain is guarded by a powerful demon, almost as powerful as Bebi-Vegeta at level three was."

Piccolo listened intently as Shin described in detail what he would face, including the long, two and a half year trek to the lair and what to expect inside the domain. He was not concerned with any of that, since they knew nothing of his increased strength.

"Do you accept this challenge Piccolo?"

"I am the former god and devil of Earth," Piccolo chuckled, "The day the devil fears a demon will be the day Hell freezes over. Yes, I will accept."

"Excellent," Shin smiled, "However, you can't go on this trek alone, so I have arranged for you to take my student with you."

"You have a student?" King Kai gulped, "He must be very powerful!"

"Oh yes," Shin laughed, "He once thought he was the legendary warrior of his race, but that theory was disproved early on. He is powerful none the less, so he needs to come out here!"

Out of the shadows stepped the figure Shin had addressed, his presence demanding it be noticed. He was a gigantic man with well toned biceps and abs, which were covered by a black t-shirt, and his muscular legs were covered by a pair of loose black jeans. A pair of black boots completed his dark outfit, taking your attention to the raven mess of hair that matched his clothing perfectly.

Still, the most striking features about the man were not his muscles or his clothing, but rather other things. His ki levels were extremely high, despite being suppressed, and his cold, onyx eyes glared daggers at those around him. The part that really got Piccolo was the long, furry appendage wrapped around the man's waist.

"Good to see you again Nameksei-jin," the Saiya-jin laughed, "Guess they've saddled you with me, huh?"

"I wish I could say the same to you," Piccolo grunted, "Brolly...."

"Now, now," Shin butted in, "You two have a long journey ahead of you and there is no time for bickering! Understood?"

"Yes, great one," both bowed in unison, satisfying the Kaio-Shin.

"Excellent," Shin grinned, "You shall begin you're journey immediately!"

With a snap of the Kaio-Shin's fingers, the two warriors disappeared in a puff of white smoke. Everyone left behind, save Shin himself, was dumbfounded and wanted to know just what had happened.

"I have transported them to the road that leads to the domain of Dragons," Shin explained, "And now for the other six Saiya-jin, you wish to travel to Earth?"

"Yes, that is right," Bardock bowed, "If it be in your honors wishes."

"Very well," Shin chuckled, "You shall dwell on the Earth at Dende's Lookout until this threat is over. At that time, you shall be transported back here."

"Your honor is most generous," Bardock smiled, "We are prepared to leave immediately."

"Then let it be done," Shin smiled, snapping his fingers.

"Are you sure that was such a good idea, sir?" King Kai asked, "Sending six rowdy Saiya-jin to Earth?"

"The fate of the universe itself, not just one planet, is at stake here," Shin muttered, "I just hope that they reach Goku in time..."

Dende was sitting down in his chair at the Lookout, sipping a nice cup of water when a poof in front of him knocked the guardian on the floor. He glanced up to see a warrior that greatly resembled Goku, as well as five others with him, including a much taller Vegeta look-alike.

"Who are you people?" Dende demanded, "And why do you look so much like so much like the Z Fighters?"

"Simple, we're they're family," the Goku clone smiled, "Well, except for Diive there, he's Nappa's kid."

"You're Saiya-jin?" Dende asked, "Why are you here?"

"We are here to see to it that your warriors succeed in their upcoming battle by aiding you in their strategies," Bardock smiled, "But first, we have a favor to ask of you."

"And what might that be?" Dende asked.

"We must be able to live again, otherwise we will be useless to you," Vegita butted in, "We know of the new Dragonballs and that hey can revive those dead more than a year. We would like to use them."

"Very well," Dende sighed, "But I will have to call them here and that may take until the end of the week. Do you know they grant three wishes?"

"Yes, we do," Bardock answered, "We have plans for those wishes as well, but that can wait. For now, gather the balls and we will go into the Time Chamber. It can sustain up to eight people now, correct?"

"Yes, suit yourself," Dende smiled, "I will have the balls shortly. Good luck!"

Bardock smiled at the young guardian and gave him a thumbs up, closing the chamber's doors and hearing the lock click. Dende turned to focus on summoning the balls, a gleeful smile plastered on his green face.

"Things are starting to look up..."

.....One Week Later.....

The tournament hadn't been very eventful thus far, despite the fact that many people had shown up to compete. Videl's father, despite his frail and aging appearance, still held the peoples respect and was able to convince many to fight. However, most of the participants were incredibly weak or unskilled fighters. Not what they were hoping for at all.

"Ladies and Gentlemen!" Videl yelled into the microphone, as she was the new announcer, "Welcome to our little exhibition tournament! Those who prove themselves in this tournament will take my father's place as protector of the Earth! The winner will be given my father's title of World Champion and defend the title in the next tournament."

The crowd cheered wildly, excited at the prospect of seeing the future protectors of Earth in action. Videl almost wanted to tell them her father was a phony, but held her tongue out of respect for the man.

"Helping out in the decisions are two of this year's participants," Videl smiled, pointing to the Ubuu and Gohan, "Now for the match-up listings! Here they are for the first round:

Round 1: Gohan vs. Ice

Round 2: Ubuu vs. Sanil

Round 3: Yuno vs. Akira

Round 4: Roshi vs. Trevor

"So, without any further adieu, let the first match begin!" Videl cheered, "Our first competitor is the son of the legendary Son Goku and is quite the accomplished fighter. Let's give him a hand!"

The crowd cheered and threw confetti in the young man's direction, but Gohan kept his steely gaze on the man behind him.

"Our second fighter in this match is a newcomer to the Budokai arena, but is still an impressive young man. According to his bio, he is the descendant of an ancient royal bloodline and has faced off against his own family in order to free the people of his homeland. Let's give this guy a BIG round of applause!"

The crowd continued to cheer as the two fighters entered the arena, staring at each other with a look that just screamed 'fight'. Gohan moved into stance as the other crossed his arms over his chest and began to raise his power level. Rocks were pulled out of the ground as the sky grew dark, a blue aura surrounding the young man's body as his muscles bulged out a bit. His white hair flared up a bit, but soon fell back into place as he finished his power up.

"Incredible," Vegeta smirked from the sidelines, "That kids power level is at 60 million!"

"So tell me what you are," Gohan grinned flashing into level two, "You're a Kurudo-jin, like Frieza."

"So you noticed," Ice grinned, "Yes, I am a DISTANT relative of his, though I don't share his bloodlust nature. I came to this planet seeking to aid the Saiya-jin and heard of this tournament. I guess it all fell into place from there."

"Indeed it did," Gohan smiled, "Shall we commence?"

Ice gave no answer, but phased out of sight and slung his tail at Gohan's head, missing by bare inches. Gohan retaliated with a punch to the Kurudo-jin's jaw, knocking him into the air. Ice quickly regained his composure and fired a barrage of ki blasts at his opponent. Gohan dodged them all and laughed at the attempt but stopped when he noticed that the ki had surrounded him.

"SCATTER SHOT...CAVE IN!"

The ki blasts collapsed on Gohan, blinding most of the spectators temporarily, and giving Videl the shock of her life. Ice smirked, satisfied with himself and his attack, but that smirk soon turned into a frown when the dust cleared.

"I must say I am impressed," Gohan chuckled, "I hadn't expected such a sneaky attack from you. I thought you'd be more direct, like Frieza and Koola were."

"You'll find I'm nothing like they were," Ice grunted, "Now let's get this over with!"

Gohan didn't wait for his opponent to make the first move, phasing behind Ice and kicking the base of his spine. Ice fell forward in pain, but didn't have time to retaliate as Gohan came down on him in a flurry of punches and kicks to the Kurudo-jin's middle. Purple blood oozed out of the man's eyes and mouth, but he was far from done for.

Ice threw his hands before him, his red eyes flashing for a second, and all of a sudden Gohan found himself immobile. What seemed like an eternity passed before Gohan was able to swing his fist again, only to find nothing was there. He looked around for Ice, but the Kurudo-jin was nowhere in sight.

"Coward must have given up," Gohan grinned, "Guess that means I w..."

Gohan never got to finish his thought as a super powerful punch connected to the back of his neck, sending him into the ground below...just outside of the ring. Ice landed on the tiled arena floor below silently, a confident smile on his face, and offered Gohan a hand.

"How did you do that?"

"I froze time for a few seconds," Ice smiled, "While you were all frozen, I powered up as much as I could and then let you go. In your confusion, I took my shot and it worked."

"Now I'm really impressed," Gohan laughed, "You not only used a good strategy, you took out a much more powerful opponent. Congratulation, you're in."

"Thanks a lot!" Ice beamed, "It's an honor to work with the Saiya-jin."

"The honor is all ours," Gohan bowed, "Good luck in the next round!"

Ice smiled and waved at his new friend, walking back into the waiting area with a satisfied smirk on his pale features. Vegeta watched as the young Kurudo-jin went back to wait and a small smile crept onto his features.

"What is it that's got you so happy Vegeta?" Bulma laughed, "Care to share?"

"Not with you, no," Vegeta responded, "Now silence, the next round is starting!"

NEXT TIME: The six dead Saiya-jin have a plan to gain their life back, with Dende's help, and are also going to train for this new evil. Meanwhile, the tournament has started, with the Kurudo-jin Ice flooring Son Gohan after a great battle. Vegeta is impressed, but will the other fighters be as impressive as the young Kurudo-jin warrior proved to be? Find out in the next installment of Dragonball AS!!!