"Juuban Saibouko" (by DS Wynne)

Disclaimer: Sailor Moon, Dragonball Z and other genres belong to their respective creators.

Note: The bulk of this thing takes place after the Sailor Galaxia and Android sagas.

Special note: This one starts off a little "dark", so bare with me.

Part One: "The Lose of a Moon"

For the past week, a being known as "Cell" terrorized the world at large. Various heroes bandied to together to protect as many civilians as possible. In Tokyo, the group known as "The Sailor Senshi" teamed up with the so-called "Nerima Wrecking Crew" to hold off Cell's rampage. Thankfully, the Z Senshi's Piccolo, Krillian and Tien arrived in time to bugger the creature off, before serious casualties could be inflicted on these all too human champions.

Well, there was one casualty: Sailor Moon.

Well, it might as well have been a casualty, since, before Cell escaped, he…or it…grabbed the champion of Love and Justice and left the area. This, of course, enraged her beloved Tuxedo Kamen, who vowed to see Cell meet a terrible end. If it hadn't been for the surprisingly pragmatic Ranma Saotome, who nearly lost his own beloved in the midst of battle, the Earth Prince might have met a terrible end. Resolve in hand, Tuxedo Kamen, Ranma and their ally Tenchi Masaki (who as arrived with the proverbial cavalry to help in the fight) formed an alliance with the Z Senshi and other fighters present. It would be nearly half a day later that everyone would face the awesome might of "Perfect Cell"…and failed utterly to defeat the creature (which confounded even the awesome mental prowess of Washu herself). If it hadn't been for Perfect Cell's arrogance, the so-called "Cell Games" would not have taken place, thus giving Earth's heroes time to formulate a proper plan, as well as prepare themselves for the final fight. Ultimately, it came down to young Gohan to defeat Perfect Cell. In spite of some close calls, when P. Cell tried to blow up the planet with his own body, quick thinking, brilliant intellect, and shameless theatrics nipped that potential danger in the bud. Thus, the world was saved…but not without cost.

In the weeks since that terrible event, Sailor Moon's body was searched. It was assumed that when Cell's victims were brought back to life, Sailor Moon would return as well. But as time passed, it became apparent that something was terribly wrong. A second gathering of the famed "Dragonballs" yielded less than spectacular results, since the Great Dragon was unable to comply with the request of Sailor Moon searchers.

"Great Dragon," began Tuxedo Kamen began, "Please bring Sailor Moon back to me."

"Sailor Moon does not exist, therefore I cannot comply to your wish."

Regardless of this proclamation, Tuxedo Kamen continued his search for his beloved Moon Princess. And that was seven years ago…

In a cave on a small island above Hokkaido, one could look down to the floor to see an amazing sight: encased in a clear, greenish amber lied a tiny figure. If one looked closer, one could see that the figure was a beautiful girl with long blond hair. Apparently, based upon the cave's surroundings, the girl was left undisturbed for years.

Until now, that is.

Power.

No.

Power.

No.

Power!

No!

POWER!

NOOOOOO!!!

Suddenly, the girl punched upward, breaking free of her imprisonment. Slowly, she rose from the dust, and stumbled out of her cave naked.

Must… go… go…

The girl slowly, and wobbly, rose up in the air and disappeared into the night sky.

What's this I feel? thought Piccolo, as he opened his eyes.

"You sense it too?" asked Dende, as both he and Mr. Popo walked towards Piccolo's meditation dial.

"Yes. I haven't felt a signature since…Cell."

"Oh, my!" exclaimed Mr. Popo. "Do you think that the monster has returned, Master Dende?"

"It's possible. Piccolo, what should we do?"

"We wait…and watch. If it is Cell, then we know who we can contact for help."

"This is so neat, Big Brother!" exclaimed Goten. While he was glad that his older brother Gohan had returned from school, he was equally glad that both his father Goku, Uncle Ranma and Aunt Makoto will be back soon from their latest training journey from beyond the Earth realm. Ever since Happosai's Nanban mirror was repaired, the three dedicated martial artists have used it to travel to other realms to perfect their Art. While Goku and Ranma's desire to travel was understandable, Makoto's reason for joining them was to insure that the two stayed out of much trouble as possible. She also was to keep them well fed (since neither Goku nor Ranma knew how to cook a decent meal that WASN'T part of a challenge). Nevertheless, after a year's absence, the trio was to arrive back on Earth real soon. "I can't wait until Daddy comes home."

"Me too, Goten. I can't wait to see his face when you show him your surprise."

"Do you think he'll want to participate in the Martial Arts Tournament?"

"Heh, after Vajita gets wind of Dad's arrival, he'll have no choice!"

"'Kay. Night, Gohan."

"Goodnight, Squirt."

"What's that?" exclaimed Android 18, as she sat up in bed. She felt something very familiar…

"Honey, we got to get some sleep for training tomorrow," replied a sleepy Krillian.

"Alright. But you know I'm going to be rough on you."

"Sigh."

The next day, while Goten and Gohan were training, a lucky blow sent Goten through a stone cliff. Gohan was about to do a follow thru, when he noticed a sleeping figure on a grassy knoll. By the time he went over to check on the figure closely, he realized that the figure was a naked girl.

"D'OH!" yelped Gohan, as he experienced a nosebleed.

"Gohan, what's wrong?" asked Goten innocently.

"DON'T LOOK! I mean, run and get Mom. I think this girl needs help."

"Okay!"

Somewhere outside of normal time and space…

Sailor Pluto turned off her monitors and sat in her seat, reflecting on what had just transpired.

"So," she began, "It has begun."

Tbc.

Author's note: So, is the girl the missing Sailor Moon, or a weapon from beyond the grave? And what has happened to everyone since Cell's reign of terror. This, in case you didn't notice, picks up during the Buu Saga. Suggestions are always welcomed, as are C+C.

Next time on "Juuban Saibouko": A mysterious girl proves to be even more of a mystery, when she displays abilities far above those of mortal men. Join us as we see the girl participate in Gohan's "Training Day" exercises. See you there!