Vegeta Jr. gasped audibly as the sword seemed to probe his mind. The white energy washed over, and through his entire being, through his mind, and soul. It seemed to be searching for something. Nothing could be hidden, every strength and weakness, every noble thought, every character flaw, everything was exposed to the light. His mind was turned inside-out, searched and just as suddenly as it began, it was over. Vegeta Jr. found himself down on one knee, panting and wishing that he hadn't grabbed the sword.
"How do you feel?" Vegeta asked.
"Like shit!" Vegeta Jr. complained. "I feel mentally violated."
"The sword has accepted you." Vegeta said.
"Huh?" Vegeta Jr. looked confused.
"Look at your right inside forearm." Vegeta smiled.
Vegeta turned the inside of his right forearm toward his face and there was the tattoo of the sword, exactly where his ancestor's had been previously.
"Go ahead, call it out." Vegeta smiled. "It's part of you now."
Vegeta Jr. placed his hand on the tattoo of the sword and tried to mimic what his ancestor had done before. Suddenly he felt a power welling up inside of him as the sword became real and solid in his hand. He pulled it from his arm high into the air as a white aura formed around him.
"That is fine." Vegeta smiled. "Tomorrow we will begin training with the sword. For now, get something to eat and get a good night's sleep."
"Yes Ancestor. How do I put it back?" Vegeta Jr. asked.
"You will it back. The sword will obey your mental commands." Vegeta answered.
Vegeta Jr.'s bow furrowed for a few seconds, the sword finally shrank and seemed to be absorbed back into his arm.
"You're a fast learner." Vegeta smiled. "We'll see you tomorrow."
Vegeta powered up and took to the air.
"Goodnight Ancestor." Vegeta Jr. said still looking at his arm. At length, he powered up and took off toward the Supreme Kai's Castle as well.
Later, after everyone had eaten and the students were all talking. Vegeta Jr. was telling how the sword had accepted him and showing everyone his forearm. The others looked and congratulated him.
Goku and Vegeta was sitting at the head of the long table. Goku turned to Vegeta.
"So, did you tell him everything?" Goku asked.
"Tell him everything about what?" Vegeta answered.
"About the sword!" Goku said irritably.
"Well, Most everything." Vegeta chucked.
"C'mon Vegeta! You didn't tell him, did you?" Goku said.
"No Kakkarot, I didn't." Vegeta answered. "Getting the sword is shocking enough without that!"
"So, he doesn't know that having the sword accept him means that he's the rightful heir to the throne?" Goku asked. "Don't you think that is something of an important little detail?"
"It is. But the kid has enough on his plate right now, what with being responsible for saving the universe. I didn't want to pile that on top of everything else he has to worry about." Vegeta said in a low voice.
Goku sat back in his chair. "I see your point. He's got to know sometime though."
"He will. There are plenty of people on the Planet Vegeta that are aware of the meaning of the sword, including Roger." Vegeta said. "They can tell him, if…"
"It's not if, Vegeta, but WHEN they defeat Omega Porunga." Goku said with a smile of encouragement.
Vegeta smiled. He'd learned long ago that Goku's optimism was an something that he could never defeat. "You're right Kakkarot, when they defeat Omega Porunga…" Vegeta paused for a moment when he caught the eye of his descendant, then said in a whisper. "…then, he will be King of all the Saiyans."
"None of this is going to mean a damned thing." Gerald swore under his breath. "How can you prepare for something that strong? Most of these guys will be killed almost instantly."
"We know Gerald, but this is where they have chosen to make a stand." Nappa said. "If he isn't stopped here then it's all over anyway."
"I know, Nappa." Gerald said. "This negative energy pounding away at us all the time, it's getting on my nerves. Have you noticed the trees and other vegetation? It's all dying."
"Yeah, I know. My begonia garden is totaled." Nappa sighed.
"Did you say your begonia garden?" Bardock cocked an eyebrow at the Saiyan Royal Guard.
Nappa turned beet red and sweat dropped. "Well yeah, you know, I saw them on Earth and they really looked nice so I brought some back with me."
"Well, now I've heard everything. If I were to drop died right this second, I can honestly tell them that I died right after I heard absolutely all that was possible to hear on this plane of existence." Raditz rolled his eyes.
"Aw c'mon guys! It's not that bad, it's just a few flowers. Everyone has to have a hobby." Jessica said defending Nappa.
Everyone broke out laughing except for Nappa.
"Something's changed." Gerald said, suddenly getting a very serious look on his face. "We've only got a very short time left before New Namek explodes. Then I get the feeling that we're next on the list."
"That's been his plan all along." Bardock gave Jessica a knowing look. "Jessica and I shared a vision about it. He will come straight here after he's released enough negative energy.
"Omega Porunga is getting stronger. I can feel it." King Roger said.
Suddenly a large ki came out of no where, appearing directly in front of them.
"It's Piccolo!" Queen Yambia exclaimed.
"Hey green man! What brings you here?" Raditz smiled.
"It's not a social call, I assure you." Piccolo said. "Listen, there isn't much time left, so here's the scoop. Bardock Jr. Gotarm, Shi-Chi, Goku Jr. and Vegeta Jr. have been taken to the Supreme Kai's planet for training against Omega Porunga."
"Yeah, we figured as much." Gerald said. "There was something was blocking me from sensing ki on the Supreme Kai's planet. What kind of training are they going through and why wasn't I invited?"
"You would have been, but, as the Supreme Kai put it, you were out trying to screw up the time stream or something like that." Piccolo shrugged. "I don't think he's real pleased with you at the moment."
"Hey, who is Goku Jr. & Vegeta Jr.?" Jessica asked.
"Goku Jr. is the grandson of Pan, and Vegeta Jr. is the grandson of Trunks Jr.", Piccolo said. "They are from Earth."
"Wow! Are they strong?" Raditz asked excitedly.
"Very strong, and getting stronger." Piccolo smiled. "I helped train them myself."
"Are they strong enough?" Roger asked quietly.
Piccolo's eyes diverted to his feet." We don't know. Because of the negative energy, we can't get a read on Omega Porunga's full power. All we know is that it's huge. But, Goku and Vegeta are teaching them all some new tricks."
"Oh? What sort of new tricks?" Nappa asked curiously.
"You'll see." Piccolo smiled. "The only thing I'm prepared to say right now is that Shi-Chi is being taught the Spirit Bomb technique. When the time comes, you all know what you need to do. Spread the word."
"That's how Omega Shenron was destroyed, wasn't it?" Abigail asked.
"Yes. It was." Piccolo said.
"We'll be ready Piccolo, count on it." King Roger said confidently.
"Good. I have to be going now. I hope I see you when this is all over." Piccolo said as he placed two fingers to his forehead.
"Wait!" Roger said. "Tell them all that they are… …missed."
Piccolo smiled. "I will.", Then he vanished.
Roger turned to the others. "Spread the word to all of the houses. Tell them about the Spirit Bomb, and how it works and what they will need to do.
Everyone but Bardock, Nappa, and Yambia took off to spread the word.
"Well, I don't know what they're planning, but I bet it will be something special." Yambia smiled.
"You can count on it, if I know my son and King Vegeta… …and I do!" Bardock said proudly.
"We're going to beat this thing yet!" Nappa said and gave a rebel yell.
"Was there any doubt?" King Roger said as he flew off toward the stage on the stadium grounds.
Bardock and Nappa looked at each other for a moment. "Well, maybe just a little." Bardock and Nappa smirked.
Vegeta Jr. had become an expert with the sword in almost no time flat. Today was the day, though, that they tried the full fusion. All four of the boys were to become one, mega-powerful warrior. Goku Jr., Vegeta Jr., Bardock Jr., and Gotarm had already picked out a name. Gogedock would be born. All the boys waited in excitement for Vegeta or Goku to give the order. Shi-Chi stood by their mentors looking decidedly pissed off.
Vegeta smirked to himself. "Okay brats, it's time you fused. You've all practiced this in groups of two and three; this should be a piece of cake. It's exactly the same with just one more person."
"Just remember, with each additional person involved, the fusion gets trickier. All four of you have to be in the exact same position." Goku added.
"Okay, get to it!" Vegeta ordered.
All four boys powered up to their Ultimate-Super Saiyan form. They worked for a moment to see who was the most powerful. To everyone's surprise, Vegeta Jr. had surpassed everyone, even it if were only by a little bit.
"Well, it looks like I'll have to lower my power for you weaklings." Vegeta Jr. scoffed playfully.
"Okay, we all know what to do." Bardock Jr. stated. "Let's go!"
All four boys went ethereal. Goku Jr. and Gotarm let out a rebel yell and jumped high into the air, flipping head over tail while tucking in their legs. Vegeta Jr. and Bardock Jr. jumped sidewise so that they were standing in the exact same spot and positioned their bodies identically. Goku Jr. and Bardock Jr. landed in that exact spot at the exact same time, also bringing themselves into perfect alignment.
Four voices cried out. "GO FOR IT!"
King Yamma paused in his paperwork as the light could be seen from his office. There wasn't a spot in otherworld where the light could not be seen. The Ogres in Hell stopped as the light filtered down to them passed the barrier below Snake Way. The ki itself was blocked by the Ultimate Kai from escaping the Supreme Kai's planet, but the light could be seen everywhere..
King Kai closed his eyes. "Good luck boys, and young miss son."
In Heaven everyone stopped what they were doing, with or without bodies, and reflected on the coming conflict. Their very existence hinged on the outcome of this battle.
On the Grand Kai's planet, people stopped their training to stare off toward the source of that light. At the far end of the Tournament Field, a band of Saiyans paused, each one with the look of fierce pride in them. Vegeta's father, the original King Vegeta himself raised his fist into the air and roared his pride for all to hear. His people followed suit, as did even the non-Saiyan warriors all around.
Goku and Vegeta shook their heads to clear their vision. What stood before them was exactly what they had hoped for; the level above Ultimate Super Saiyan.
Gogedock stood before them flexing his hands and arms. "This feels funny."
Vegeta smiled chorus of voices emanating from Gogedock. "Yeah, you'll get used to it."
Gogedock could best be described as a tower of muscle. Towering almost 9 feet in height, his body brimmed with power. His tail lashed around sending chunks of the planet along in the shockwave it created. The ground rolled of from under his feet.
Gogedock stopped and got a far away look in his eye. "It's happening." He said simply.
Vegeta and Goku stretched their senses out. "It's time." Vegeta answered.
"You must return to the mortal realm." Goku said.
"Do you think we can win, father?" Shi-Chi asked.
Vegeta spoke up. "You have the power, you have the abilities. Do not let any negative thoughts enter your mind. You will win."
Goku smiled at Vegeta. "Where have I heard that before?"
"It's something a wise third class baka taught me years ago. I have never forgotten it." Vegeta smirked.
Vegeta let his smirk melt into a look of seriousness. "Go now. Remember what you have learned here."
Gogedock raised two fingers to his forehead. "We will Ancestor. May we meet again a long time from now."
Gogedock disappeared.
Chi-Shi stood waiting for some word from her father.
"I know you're impatient, but I want Omega Porunga fully involved before we send you." Goku smiled. "Don't worry, it won't be long."
"I'll be ready." Chi-Shi said.
Goku smiled, then looked over at Vegeta. They exchanged a meaningful look as people gathered behind them. Gohan, Goten, Trunks, Piccolo, Shin, Yamucha, the Elder Kai, Pan, and Bura.
For the first time since Goku was launched from the Planet Vegeta, a major threat had appeared in the Universe, and all they could do was stand and watch.
At least, that's all they could do for now.
Everything was set on the Planet Vegeta, or rather, as set as they could possibly be. Roger looked around at his people, and the people that joined them for this fight. He marveled at what had transpired in his life to bring him to this place. He started out as a human, just a regular college student struggling with money and grades. The adventures he experienced since that time were unbelievable. He was king of a planet, how the hell did that happen? Roger looked over at his only son, who seemed focused on something far away. Roger knew what it was and was glad that Gerald was monitoring the situation. Every time Roger came in contact with Porunga's negative energy it gave him an instant headache, and the urge to throw up. Roger was sure that tossing his cookies in front of the troops would not do a thing to boast morale.
Jessica ran up to him at that moment. "King Roger! The children are all aboard the ships. We're waiting for final orders."
"Destination?" Roger asked.
"Earth, as you ordered." Jessica said.
"Initiate launch immediately; and Jessica?" Roger stopped his daughter-in-law.
"W-will we make it?" Roger asked.
Jessica closed her eyes and concentrated. Her brow furrowed for several long seconds. Suddenly her head slumped forward and her chin rested on her chest, she let out a soft sob. "I c-can't see anything! This damned dark energy! It blocks everything! I feel like I've been struck blind!"
Roger patted his daughter-in-law on the back and then gave her shoulder a squeeze. "That's alright Jessie. We'll just be in the hands of the fates for a little while."
Jessie wiped her eyes with the back of her hand. "I'm sorry sire. I'm not usually…"
"I know. It's this negative energy, it has affected us all." Roger smiled. "Now go and get those ships launched."
"Yes sire." Jessica powered up and was about to take off when her eyes locked with Gerald's. Jessica let her power slowly lift her body.
"I love you Jessie. I have since the day I was born." Gerald said telepathically.
"I love you too. I don't think I'd want to live if anything happened to you." Jessica smiled. "So you be extra careful, okay?"
Gerald smiled. "I will. Go and take care of those kids."
Jessica's smile faded as she turned and flew off at high speed. A single tear falling from her face landed on the back of Roger's hand.
Roger looked at the wet spot on his hand and thought about his decision to evacuate the children. It had been tough. Keep them here and try to protect them against all odds, or send them to Earth where they might be protected for a little while longer. If nothing else, it would take a lot more time for the dark energy to travel the distance to Earth. The ship was the very fastest that science had to offer. It incorporated many of the technologies that Queen Bulma had researched before her demise. Even so, there was virtually no hope if they lost the battle today.
"What do you sense Gerald?" King Roger asked sensing a change in his son's posture.
"Namek is about to explode." Gerald said morbidly.
Roger extended his senses toward New Namek. It was in its death throes. Any positive energy that the planet had was gone. All life was gone. In a very real sense, Namek was worse than Hell.
Then it happened. The core collapsed, then expanded violently and Namek exploded like a small star gone nova. There would be no light from this explosion, only the high speed expulsion of negative energy, and planetary debris. Everyone watched as entire stars and systems started to be blotted out of the sky close to Namek's previous location.
Within that blackness, something evil, and horribly powerful rushed at Planet Vegeta.