Ron's Quest for Glory: So you think you can be a hero?

A fan fiction by Chao-hellsing

KP and QfG are not mine.

Chapter 1: Why Not?

Kim sat there staring at her best friend in disbelief. "Ron I can't believe that you think you can be a hero. Do you realize just how dangerous that line of work is?" Ron had an incredulous look on his face. "What? We go out and stop robberies and stuff all the time. Becoming a fully fledged hero is the next step." A devious smile crossed his face. "Besides your brothers have made some very nasty magical traps that can keep unwanted visitors from even considering a robbery." This made Kim realize that there had been a drastic decrease in the local crime rate recently, and at the same time it worried her. "What exactly are these traps the tweebs made?"

At that moment there was a roar and a very high pitched scream from across the village. Kim ran outside to see what appeared to be a wannabe thief being run down by a creature that had a body very similar to a centaur but it had a feline head, black fur, and very sharp claws on its 'hands'. "What is a cheetaur doing out in broad daylight?" Kim cried out in disbelief. Ron chuckled and answered Kim. "That is one of the traps the tweebs made. Pretty nasty huh?" Ron let loose a triumphant laugh. Kim looked at Ron with a shocked expression "Ron, that thing will kill him."

"No it won't." two voices said in unison. Kim and Ron turned around to see Jim and Tim standing in the door with very proud looks on their faces. Jim spoke "When it catches him" Tim took over "He will be teleported to the jail" and in unison "Right into sheriff Barkin's cells." "Hika-bika-bo?" "Hoosha." With that they ran back into the house.

Ron turned to face his friend and addressed her in a more serious tone. "Think about it KP. Don't you think that we could do more good out in the world than in this little town?" Kim started to smile a half smile when something else entered her mind. "That still doesn't explain why you are taking that correspondence course." Ron's face had an honest expression. "Truth be told Kim, I know that I would not last more than an hour without some sort of training. That's why I joined the school." Kim sighed "Okay I give, you're right. So, what kind of training are you getting out of this anyway?" Ron gave Kim his biggest smile of the day. "I'm gonna be using the good old sword and shield combo." Kim crossed her arms and raised an eyebrow. "Uh-huh and where are you getting these weapons from?" Ron looked at his letter. "They are coming in about two months." Kim Smiled. "Good, that will give you plenty of time to practice with wooden weapons until the real thing comes." Ron pumped his fist in the air. "BOOYA!"

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Three months later.

Kim and Ron walked into the town apothecary and house of healing to see Kim's mother. "Hey Mrs. P." "Hi Mom." Katherine Possible the town surgeon was stitching a large gash on a magically sedated farmer's leg. "Hey Kids, just give me a moment." She finished stitching and wiped the outside of the wound with witch-hazel and wrapped it up with a fresh bandage. She then stood and went over to Kim and Ron. "So how is the training going?" She asked wiping her hands with a clean cloth. Kim spoke up "I think that we are ready to go. Ron still wouldn't stand a chance against a troll, but he can definitely give a goblin a run for its money."

Ron drew his broadsword and swung it around a few times. "OH YEAH, I've got mad sword skills baby." However, when he tried to sheath his sword he cut his belt causing his pants to fall. "Ah man."

Kim and her mother stifled giggles and continued talking. "We were actually wondering if we could have some healing potions." While Kim was talking Ron fixed his belt and made himself decent again. "Sure Kimmie, I have plenty to spare." Mrs. Possible said as she retrieved four potions from a shelf, and handed two potions each to Kim and Ron. "Thanks Mom, you're the best." Kim hugged her and then placed the potions in her pouch. "Ron and I are going to be leaving in two days, so be sure to see us off." Kim's mother smiled proudly at Kim and Ron. "Okay Kim, I'll see you two later." She then returned to her patients.

They were about to exit when Kim realized something. "Mom, where's Dad? I haven't seen him for a while." Kim asked. "He's in Speilburg attending some sort of wizards' conference." She called back. Ron spoke up "That's good because Speilburg is where we are going first." "Alright I'll see you later kids." Mrs. P said returning to her work.

Kim and Ron ran out of the building and practically bowled Sheriff Stefan Barkin over. "Whoa!" Ron yelled as he and Kim stopped quickly. Kim smiled at the Sheriff and began talking. "Hi sheriff Barkin, did you need something from my Mom?" "Possible, Stoppable;" He replied in greeting." I was just checking on Hobble, I heard that he hurt his leg." He noticed the sword on Ron's belt and a look of concern crossed his face. "I hear that you are leaving town to become heroes" His voice has almost sad when he asked the question. "Yessir Mr. B." Ron had a large smile on his face. "Were going to go out there and help the innocent, uphold the law, and slay about a million monsters." The latter was said in a less cheerful voice.

Both Kim and Sheriff Barkin felt bad for Ron. His parents were killed six years ago when Kim and Ron were thirteen years old. Barkin had been good friends with Ron's father, and as such he decided to keep an eye on Ron to make sure he did not get into any trouble. Moreover, thanks to Ron's friendship with Kim, Ron had also gained a good sense of justice and hope.

Barkin smiled a half smile and nodded slightly. "You do that Stoppable, make this town proud." He said saluting the two young adults. Ron used his sword to return the salute. "Will do Sheriff Barkin." and before he could cut his belt again Kim helped him sheath his sword. Sheriff Barkin turned towards the house of healing and entered.

He saw that Hobble was doing fine, and was still asleep from Mrs. Possible's calming spell. Mrs. Possible noticed Barkin and spoke to him. "Good morning Sheriff, do you need anything?" Barkin shook his head. "No I was just checking on Hobble." He turned to watch Kim and Ron walk across the village. "Kate, those are two very remarkable kids." A tear rolled down her cheek. "I know."

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Two days later.

Ron was wearing a white long sleeved tunic, black leggings, leather boots, hardened leather armor covered with a blue tunic, and a heavyweight light-brown cloak. Kim was wearing essentially the same except she had a forest green tunic, a black cloak, and no armor.

Kim and Ron were collecting and storing their supplies in various sacks and pouches when Kim's mother and brothers entered the room. "We've got some presents for you." The twins said in unison Tim gave one to Ron and Jim gave one to Kim. Ron quickly tore into his present and pulled out…

"A bag?" He said eyeing the side pack with a quickly fading smile.

"It's not just any bag," explained Tim "it can hold an unlimited amount of equipment and items," Jim continued "and all you have to do is reach in for what you want" Tim "and whatever it is will be in your grasp" they finished in unison "but it will still weigh the same." Ron looked lost until Kim spoke up "So what you tweebs are saying is we could fit two tons of rocks in this bag, but it will still weigh two tons." "Exactly" they said. Realization dawned on Ron "Oh I get it. Cool." He turned to Kim "So what did you get KP?" Kim opened her package and pulled out what appeared to be a miniature crossbow. "That" said Jim "is a magical hook and grapnel launcher. All you have to do is pull the trigger and a grapnel will shoot out" Tim took over "and latch onto whatever you are aiming for. Pull the trigger a second time and the rope will start reeling into the launcher" Jim again "Pull the trigger a third time to release the rope. The best part is" in unison "it can never run out." "Wow" Kim and Ron said together. Kim quickly said "Jinx you owe me a fruit" Ron flinched. "Ah man."

Kim's mom gave both of them a hug and they all left the house. Everyone was surprised to see that the entire village had turned out to see the two young adventurer's off. Everybody had something to say to them, a lot were merely saying "Thank you." Or "Good luck." Of course there were some who had more to say, and some were crying their eyes out. Kim was starting to think that they would never be able to leave when Sheriff Barkin raised his voice above the crowd. "ALL RIGHT LISTEN UP PEOPLE. THESE TWO NEED TO GET GOING IF THEY WANT TO MAKE IT TO SPEILBURG IN TWO DAYS. LET'S MAKE SOME ROOM."

The crowd slowly made a space for Kim and Ron to go through to leave town. Barkin and the Possibles walked up to say goodbye. The tweebs, not wanting to say anything, hugged Kim and Ron before running back home. Mrs. Possible's goodbye was very tearful. "Good luck to both of you. Remember we love you very much, and no matter where you go, or what you do, you will always have a home here." She gave both of them big hugs and kissed Kim on the cheek. Sheriff Barkin's Goodbye was the most stiff and respectful salute he could muster, Kim and Ron noticed tears in the gruff sheriff's eyes but said nothing. Ron ran forward and gave Barkin a quick hug said "Thanks for taking care of me all these years." His only response was a smile.

Kim and Ron waved to the crowd as they headed west towards the mountains and Speilburg.

The remainder of the day was spent traveling up the mountain. Occasionally they would take breaks to drink some water and rest their legs. When they reached the peak of the mountain trail the sun had set and they made camp, ate a small meal, and snuggled into their cloaks next to the blazing fire. "It's hard to believe that we are out here on our own, huh KP?" Ron said gazing into the night sky. Kim sat up and looked at him. "Yeah I know, but we are here, and we are on our own, so you prepare yourself Mr. Stoppable; because I have a feeling that we are going to have one heck of an adventure." Ron smiled at her across the fire. "Hmm me too… Goodnight KP." Kim snuggled into her cloak. "Goodnight Ron."

To be continued.

Preview of the next episode.

-ChaoH- Hey everybody! Kim Ron and I will be giving you the chapter preview. All right. Let's go.
-Kim- In the next chapter we will introduce a couple of characters and monsters from the game.
-ChaoH- Action and comedy will be everywhere.
-Ron- And that giant red lizard will really make us saurus.
-Kim- Ron, stop making puns. -ChaoH- Hey I made him do it, and I invented the pun.
-Shego- :Death glare: What!
-ChaoH- Uh oh :Runs away as fast at I can:
-Shego- GET BACK HERE.
-Ron- When did Shego get here?
-Kim- :shrugs and turns to audience: Be sure to join us next time for "Final Exam".
-Ron- See you soon
-Shego- STOP RUNNING.
-ChaoH- KIM! RON! HELP!
-Ron- Come on Kim, lets help him.
-Kim- No he deserves it for making that pun.
-ChaoH- I HEARD THAT! :KAPOW: OW! Shego that doesn't tickle ya know!
-Shego- That's the point. :Hands ignite:
-ChaoH- Oh crud.
-fade to black-

Thanks for reading

Chao-hellsing