Title: Phoenix Risings: Necro-Gate: Part 2
Raiting: PG-13/R
Chapter: 6
Author: White Werewolf
Category: Buffy/Xander—only in this fic. Not much of
it though. Another 'ship might appear as well.
Spoiler: All I know it is set after, "Becoming Part "
Disclaimer: I don't own anything, but the ideas, my computer, and my website: http/ A goa'uld kidnapped Faith and took the Necronomicon, now SG-1, and some of the Scrappies head to the SGC to stop her.
Author Notes: This part is just the prologue to the Phoenix Risings Trilogy; which will turn into a huge series. This is the third part of the trilogy. It
will house many crossovers and focus on the Buffy/Xander relationship.
Special Thanks: This chapter is for our friend, Merlin. May he rest in piece. Next fic I write, I will soley dedicate it to him.

Crossovers Planned:
Buffy: the Vampire Slayer
Hercules: the Legendary Journeys
Evil Dead
Stargate SG-1
Xena: Warrior Princess
Mortal Kombat

Cameo Crossovers will suddenly appear. Take a read,
and see if you can spot one.
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Xander's SGC Room

Xander slumped back into consciousness when he heard a knocking sound coming from his door.

He pulled himself into a sitting position and rubbed the sleep from his eyes. After a yawn, he said, "Coming. I'm coming."

Sighing, he stood up and walked to the door. Xander opened the door to see the standing form of his divine friend. "Hey, Kev."

Sorbo smiled, "Morning, Xan."

He ran his hand roughly over his mouth, and took a step backward. "Come in."

Standing back, he watched as Hercules walked into the room. Once the door was closed, he clapped his hands.

Xander looked at him strangely, when Hercules said, "Cameras."

The young man nodded, "Right. Camera trick."

Hercules smiled as he took a seat that was located behind a desk. Sitting down, he said, "I met with Aphrodite last night."

The mention of the love goddess brought him to full attention. "She's back?"

He nodded as Xander sat down as well, but this time, he sat on his bed. "Aphrodite found Faith, Xander."

Xander grinned, "Great."

The demigod nodded as he placed his hand into his front jean pocket. Pulling out a piece of paper, he handed it to him. "That's the gate address. Show that to Colonel O'Neill, and we're good to go."

The mortal looked at the paper, and said, "Well, this is all Greek to me; actually wait, I actually know some Greek. Just what am I looking at?"

He replied, "Well, what you're looking are symbols to constellations found throughout the universe."

Xander chuckled, "And me without my telescope."

Hercules grinned, "You know, Xander. You remind me of Iolaus."

He smirked, "I do?"

Hercules nodded. "Yes, you do. Besides having the sense of humor thing, you show tremendous loyalty."

Xander stared at him, "Great, we're the human equivalent of dogs." Checking his arm, he asked, "I didn't get bitten by a werewolf, did I?"

Hercules answered, "That's not what I meant, Xander. You and Ioulas are always by the side of their friends. Ioulas stood by me since the beginning, and you stood by Buffy. You both went out of your way to make sure that their friend was safe, and be able to sit through another day."

The demigod paused for a moment, "You and Ioulas show unconditional love. You're there for your friend, and by their side. You don't care whether my father is the king of all gods, or you're called by the Powers that Be to be a slayer."

He got to his feet. "Xander, it's been a long time since I let anyone know who I truly was. Ioulas was the best. I've had two other friends who knew the truth, and they've died." Xander stood up as well.

Xander automatically said, "I'm sorry."

He grinned. "Thanks, but don't worry about it. What I'm saying is, is that I'm lucky to find another person who I can trust with the truth. I only let select people know, that is if I have a choice in the matter, and I'm glad that we're friends."

Xander couldn't help the smile from appearing on his face. "Thanks, Hercules."

The demigod said, "Don't mention it."

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Teal'c's Room

"You may enter."

The door opened to reveal the youngest male member of the Los Angeles crew entered the Jaffa's room. "Hey, Teal'c."

Teal'c clasped his hands together, and bowed his head briefly. "How was your lunch, Xander?"

The young man grinned, "Pretty good. Then again, anything's better than school food."

The bald man agreed, "That is what Colonel O'Neill said the first time we had lunch together." He then went to his new friend, "Are you prepared for your

next kell'no'reem session?"

Xander looked at him. Truth be told, he already had the information, thanks to his earlier meeting with Hercules. But of course, nobody knew about that, and if he could, Xander would prefer that to stay the way it is.

Since that meeting, he spent sometime memorizing the symbols. He knew he couldn't show anyone the note that his friend gave him, so he had to memorize them. That way, after this session, he could just write them down as if he just figured out the session in the first place.

Xander nodded as he got to the floor, much like he did the previous day. "I'm ready, Teal'c."

Teal'c bowed his head again, and sat down across the young man. "Close your eyes, Xander. Allow yourself to concentrate solely on your breathing."

Again, Xander nodded as he closed his eyes. He soon started to breath slowly, allowing the natural system of carbon dioxide and oxygen to truly entwine. He wondered what he should think about. He needed to stall time, and this would be the perfect time to do it.

So, he thought back to the beginning of the summer. He thought about how he left for LA, with only one goal in mind. To find and bring home Buffy Summers. Little did he know that was only the beginning.

His plethora of friends dramatically improved. Which is amazing on how he always he thought of himself of a loser, someone who didn't deserve to live. He lost his sister at an early age, lost Jesse—the only man he ever considered a brother. He also lost a friend to Angelus, Ms. Calendar. While they weren't exactly close, he could tell that his mentor truly felt devastated and pained with so much loss.

But things changed. The first friend he made truly was actually Ralph Furely. Through him, he gained an apartment. And let him truly know, he was already doing better than his parents.

Even though he met and befriended Ralph, his true friend was Hercules. And now, Hercules thought that Xander was a good friend to have. That in itself, was a total mind blow. Then he meant another man who had an incredible journey to tell, Ashley Williams.

Don't let girlish name fool you he quickly learned. Ash was a very tough man to befriend. Actually, probably not, but when you have stories of vampires versus stories of deadites, you'd be surprised how close you'd get. Especially when you meet his niece, who was a surprise in itself. He later found out that she was in fact another vampire slayer. Which meant, she was called after Kendra died.

But she wasn't called as the normal way. Because Buffy was wounded mentally, she wasn't capable to fight another vampire with her fullest potential behind her. So the powers that be designated Xander to help move things along and heal her. While doing so, Faith gained more and more prowess to becoming the next vampire slayer.

With her at full status, Buffy had become a stronger person within herself. And between Hercules, Ash, Faith, her watcher, Wesley, and Buffy, a new group of friends was formed, the Scrappy Gang.

And since its creation, numerous allies were introduced. Among them being Gunn, Gabrielle, Joxer, Aphrodite, Lorne, and many others.

His circle of friends grew even larger with the addition of SG-1. He couldn't begin to fathom on where his adventures would take him. But the next place was a total mind numbing fact, another planet…Haploxia.

Thinking about this Haploxia made him wonder if anything would be the same again. Before this, his world included Sunnydale, and the rest of California. Little did he know about Colorado, and now the universe?

He actually found life beyond the rampant number of demons and vampires. Now, he knew about the true existence of aliens. Not to mention deadites. He wondered what else this world and universe would hold for him to experience.

Life certainly wasn't the boring fact he drew to conclude a number of years ago. And to think, it all began when he met Buffy.

Buffy Summers, the slayer of his heart. My god, what a bad pun that was. No wonder people thought he was a jerk sometimes. He was right that time when he and Buffy were at the funeral home. 'Oh no. My life's not too complicate.'

"Have enough going down memory?"

Xander immediately found himself within the field he was in the first time he did the kell'no'reem session. "Geez, Wills. Don't sneak up on me like that."

Willow smiled, "So you found out who I was?"

Xander nodded, "Yep. Thanks to that body snatcher last night."

Willow approached him. "Xander, that just was someone the Powers that Be sent you to understand what was going on."

He sighed, "I know, Willow. It's just, why did he have to use my form? And why couldn't they send someone like Whister? You remember Buffy talking about him?"

She nodded, "I do. But from what I understand, because of something Whistler did, a new guide was issued."

"And his name just happens to be Alex." Xander said solemnly.

"Actually, Xan." Willow said as the bed appeared. She sat down. "Alex is actually a nickname for him."

"It is?" He questioned as he sat down.

"Yep. His real name is Marvin. But don't tell him where you found that out. It's like the whole issue you have with your middle name."

He looked at her, "Don't say it, Wills."

She smiled, "Alright. I won't say LaVelle."

Xander sighed, "Wills."

The redhead grinned. "Sorry, Xan. Couldn't resist."

The young man smiled. "I miss you, Willow."

Willow edged closer to him. "We all miss you too, Xander. Even Cordelia."

The mention of his girlfriend made him look at her glaringly. "Sorry I had to leave like that. Buffy needed me."

She nodded. "I know, Xan. We all know. Mrs. Summers has been updating us on what you tell her. I just…we just wish we could be helping you."

He nodded. "I know, Willow. I know." He then pulled her into a hug. "I love you. But so many things are happening right now, Willow. I can't tell you where I am, Willow. But I can tell you that we're going home real soon."

Willow smiled as she pulled away from him. "Good. We want to know everything."

Xander grinned. "And I'll tell you what I know I can."

She nodded. "Good. But, now you have to wake up, Xander. It's time to go rescue Faith."

His eyes widened as she mentioned the name of his friend. "What?"

But before she could respond. His eyes opened, and he was gazing at Teal'c, who had opened eyes as well.

"I see you finally awoke, Xander."

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Debriefing Room

"Colonel O'Neill has come to me with some interesting news." General Hammond said to the group of eight people in front of him. "It seems that Mr. Harris has found the gate address to Haploxia."

Ash looked at him, "Haploxia?"

The general nodded, "Haploxia is the planet that Ms. Williams was taken to. Through the gate address that Mr. Harris has written down, we will be able to gate to the other planet."

Buffy said slowly, "Another planet? You mean we are actually going into Outer Space?"

Xander grinned, "That's generally where other planets hang out, Buff."

She gave him a look.

He smiled slightly, "Sorry, Buff. But you gave me a perfect opening."

"Anyway…" Ash said breaking the silence. "So now that we have the address, we can go rescue Faith."

Hercules grinned, "Uh, Ash. We can't just go without a plan."

Hammond nodded, "Mr. Sorbo is right, Mr. Williams. We will find your niece, but we need to make sure that we can do this safely."

A moment passed.

"While your niece's safety is important to issue, we also have to deal with Ninedinna." Looking at the four civilians who were dragged into this rescue by

Thor, he stated, "I don't know why Thor brought you into this, but I do believe that he brought you into this because you each have something important to bring to the table."

"General Hammond," Daniel spoke up. "Ash is the man that has been written about in the Necronomicon. Because of that, I'm sure Thor brought him into this. He's probably one of the only survivors from that book."

Ash nodded, "That book turned my life upside down. And now because of some insane fake goddess, my niece was taken, and I owe it to her and myself to bring her back home."

Hammond agreed, "I completely understand, Mr. Williams. But you don't have any training with firearms and know how to go against any goa'uld. I mean, the SGC has only recently been brought into being, and we're still new to this."

Jack added, "We are learning fast, Sir."

George nodded, "That we are, Colonel." Looking at his team and then at the four new comers, "I just want to be sure that you four can handle yourselves off-world."

Hercules said, "Sir, Buffy and Xander may appear young, but Sunnydale, California is on top of a Hellmouth. They've been fighting for their lives against vampires and other demons."

Hammond said, "Mr. Sorbo, I fully believe that Thor chose you all for the right reasons. I just wish I could fully believe that you were properly prepared."

Sam added, "Sir, SG-1 wasn't prepared either when we first met Apophis."

He agreed, "You have a good point, Captain."

Xander said, "General Hammond, thanks to last Halloween, I know a great deal about being a soldier."

Buffy commented, "Because of that Halloween, General Hammond, Xander has incredible army knowledge. He was possessed by a soldier who wore the fatigues Xander wore that night."

Jack added, "And apparently, Sir. Those fatigues he wore actually belonged to Major Kawalsky."

The mention of the lost SG member brought his attention to the young man. "Are you suggesting that your body was taken over by a member of the SGC?"

Xander looked at the table, and then back at the general, "Sir, I really don't know what happened that night last Halloween. Buffy, our friends, Sunnydale, and I were possessed by what we wore that night. This all happened because of some insane mystic. After that night, I had so many memories of your team member, but I never saw or remembered images about the goa'uld. To me, they were just parts of something bigger. But when I had my first session with Teal'c, my memories started to get incredibly clear." Turning to Jack, he added, "I remember 1983, Colenel. I remember that in East Germany, your comrade John was shot, and died after you took off his gas mask."

The members of SG-1 looked at the colonel to see if what the boy has said was true.

"I believe Xander is right, O'Neill. It was on PJ7-989 when you and I kept repeating the same memory." Teal'c brought into the conversation.

Jack nodded, "He's right, Sir. Major Kawalsky was there that day. I think Xander is telling the truth."

"I see." Hammond said taking in the information. Looking at the young man, "Now that you've had another session with Teal'c, have you remembered any other memories?"

Xander nodded. "I do, Sir. I'm actually getting memories now on the goa'uld. I remember how Major Kawalsky died. It's because his head was cut from the event horizon of the stargate."

The general sighed, "I guess that we're lucky that this happened to someone who I believe we can trust." Turning to the four non-SG team, he asked, "Do you know how to handle yourselves with firearms."

Ash nodded, "Yeah, we do. Before we took out Bad Faith, a former watcher, Sean Pierce trained us at his firing range."

Hammond nodded with the newfound information. "Alright, judging by the information that we learned here today, and the fact that Mr. Harris did in fact find the gate address, I don't see any reason why you can't go to Haploxia. And if Thor chose you for this mission, he obviously had a reason for doing so."

George looked at the clock, "Alright, its nine hundred hours right now. Be ready for a eleven hundred hour departure." Glancing at SG-1, he asked, "See if you can find uniforms for Mr. Harris, Ms. Summers, Mr. Sorbo, and Mr. Williams. And make sure you give them proper weaponry."

The last part of the sentence made Buffy feel a little uncomfortable. Taking a breath, she asked, "You wouldn't have a Colt 1911, would you?"

The general looked at her, "Actually, no, Ms. Summers. Since we're going against a goa'uld, I'd suggest you using the P90."

When the general said that specific model of gun, Xander knew why Buffy wasn't too enthused. Looking at the elder man, he asked, "General Hammond. Using that type of gun isn't going to be a problem for Kevin, Ash, and myself. But, Buffy is a slayer. Vampire Slayers are more used to combat weapons, and not projectile. The Colt 1911 is a weapon she just started using, and is the only gun that she feels qualified to use."

Sam looked at the young woman. "You could use that Trinium Axe, Buffy."

Buffy smiled at that idea. "Thanks. I'd actually prefer using that."

Hammond nodded. "Seeing that the axe in question is made of trinium, I'd think that be adequate."

Hercules added, "And General, Buffy is the vampire slayer. Meaning she's stronger and faster than she appears to be."

George got to his feet. "Alright, people. Meet in the gate room at eleven hundred hours. You're dismissed."

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SG-1 and one half the Scrappies stood erect while gazing at the Stargate in front of them.

"So we go through that ring shaped thingy?" Buffy asked looking at the Stargate.

Sam nodded as she pointed to one of the chevrons. "See those triangular shaped pieces." Buffy nodded. "Below that, the stargate revolves and locks itself on a specified symbol from the Stargate."

Buffy looked at her eldest friend. "Those are the symbols you saw?"

Xander nodded. "Yeah, each one of the seven symbols is represented by the Stargate."

He looked to the demigod with questionable eyes, and smiled when Hercules grinned back as his answer.

The Stargate soon started to rotate, allowing the symbols to be placed in their correct locations.

"Better take a few steps back, Ash." Daniel said.

The former Promised One asked, "Why?"

Daniel grinned, "You'll see."

"Chevron 5 encoded."

Ash looked at his three friends and saw them take a step back. Believing what Daniel said, he took a step back."

"Chevron 6 encoded."

Xander looked at the P90 in his hands. "Who'd thought I actually have one of these babies in my hands?"

Jack smiled, "I wouldn't get used to it, Kid. Think of this as a loner. As soon as we get back here, we'll be taking them back."

Xander sighed, "That's what I thought." Looking at him, he smiled, "Can't blame a guy for trying."

"Chevron 7 locked!"

The Stargate stopped rotating, and blue crystallized energy shot out of the Stargate, and it soon returned back to its origin. This leaving a crystal-like blue watery substance in its wake.

Daniel pointed out. "That's why I told you to take a few steps back."

Ash nodded, "Good call."

"SG-1, you have a go."

The eight people nodded and Jack headed forward. "Let's move people."

They walked to the event horizon. Teal'c and Jack entered quickly.

"Wow." Buffy said as she stepped closer.

Xander nodded as he placed a finger on the material. "Right there with you, Buff."

Ash took a breath, and let it out. "We're coming Faith." He then went through.

Buffy and Xander soon felt two hands on their shoulders. "C'mon. Let's not keep Ninedinna waiting." Hercules said with a smile.

The teenagers nodded and headed through the gate. Kevin joined shortly after.

Finally, Sam and Daniel headed for the gate.

Daniel said to his friend. "I think this is going to be an interesting adventure."

Sam nodded. "I think you're right."

Then the two friends entered the event horizon.

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Two Jaffas walked down the corridor that lined the cell wall. Not that long ago, four Jaffas released the vampire slayer and took her to the Goa'uld Nursery. According to their goddess, that was the next step.

Two of the four that released her took her to the nursery while the other two headed further down the corridor.

A sudden loud noise was sounded. They edged closer and closer to the source, fully knowing where it was coming from.

Normally, they'd automatically go investigate the Gate Room, but Ninedinna advised otherwise. So, the two Jaffas found a dark corner, and placed themselves within the darkness, allowing the natural camouflage

of darkness to overcome.

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Gate Room—Haploxia

Eight people stepped out of the Stargate as they reached the planet.

"This looks cozy." Jack said as he scanned the room.

Sam asked, "Cozy, Sir?"

He nodded. "Take a look, Carter. When's the last time you've seen a Stargate inside a small room."

Teal'c said, "He does have a point, Captain Carter."

A moment passed, and he added, "Having a Stargate located in a small room is not the best strategic place to leave one."

Jack nodded, "Right cozy."

Xander scanned the room. "This place looks like something out of pyramid."

Daniel responded, "As it turns out, Xander. Many influences about the Earth's mythology came from the goa'uld."

He looked at Hercules with questioning eyes.

The demigod nodded slowly, allowing Xander to understand his question was right.

He looked at them, "Guys, think about this. Nothing we ever knew to be the truth, was the truth."

Daniel grinned, "I know exactly how you feel. I was just telling Jack."

Jack let out a sigh, "Guys, focus. We have a goa'uld to find and a girl to save."

Ash looked at him. "Correction. We have a girl to save, and a goa'uld to kill."

Glancing at the scarred man, he said, "Listen, Ash. I know you want to save Faith, we all do. But who ever we come to first, we'll take care of. Okay?"

The clerk nodded, "Alright."

The colonel grinned. "Good. We better move."

Buffy asked, "Where do you suppose Faith is?"

Daniel replied, "I don't have the slightest idea. She could be anywhere."

Kevin saw an opening towards a hallway. "Well, there are two halls leading down from here."

Xander suggested, "We could split up and go both ways. Keep in contact, radio wise."

Jack said, "Alright. Xander, you, Buffy, Daniel, and Teal'c take one hallway. Carter, Kevin, Ash, and I'll go the other hallway."

Buffy nodded. "Sounds like a plan."

O'Neill nodded. "Let's move out."

That being said, the team exchanged radio frequencies and split up with a goal in mind. Find Faith before Ninedinna does anything drastic.

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Ninedinna's Lair

Ninedinna walked slowly to her window, and gazed outside it. She could see the calm tranquil environment that she justly created.

Even though she was a forceful and omnipotent goddess, she didn't want to see the labor of her slaves. Ninedinna never could stand the stench of beaten men.

"Goddess Ninedinna."

She turned around to face, K'nic. "Yes?"

K'nic nodded. "It seems that the chappa'ai has been activated. Fellow jaffas report eight Tauri have arrived."

The mention of the people that she recently visited made her smile. "Are you certain?"

"Yes, I am." Her first prime replied. "Nilto and Ulsis spotted them as four of them walked down the cell corridor."

Looking back at the window, she asked, "Was one of these Tauri with one hand?"

K'nic thought for a second, and responded. "Yes, he was. He was walking with three others."

Ninedinna questioned, "Is Faith where we left her still?"

K'nic replied, "Yes, my goddess. Faith was taken from her cell, and is waiting in the Nursery."

The goa'uld looked at her first prime again. "Clear the table, make room for our guest."

K'nic queried, "Anything else, my goddess?"

Ninedinna answered, "K'nic, keep an eye on our guests. Make sure they don't find anything. And be sure to stop them from finding Faith. I want the little family reunion to be special."

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Random Corridor

Xander and his team walked down what seemed to be the fifth hallway. His team and Jack's has been in little contact.

Truth be told, contact was something decided to be only done at minimal interaction. They didn't want Ninedinna to know just how many people were on this planet. The element of surprise was something that they greatly appreciated.

"Just how big is this place?" Buffy asked as they continued to walk down the corridor.

Daniel looked at her, "Just be glad that we seem to be in a temple that's on a planet."

The Slayer asked, "You mean there's been time when you came through to ships?"

"Indeed." Was the Jaffa's reply.

Xander stated, "I just wish we could find Faith and go home."

Buffy smiled at her friend, and was about to say something when they heard, "Daniel Jackson. I believe you will find this most informative."

The mention of Teal'c's words caused them to turn to their friend. They all headed for where he stood.

Daniel looked at what he was talking about it. "It's about Ninedinna."

"What's it say?" Buffy asked.

He took off his glasses and whipped them clean briefly with his shirt. Placing it back on, he said, "According to this, Ninedinna has been around for well over 10 million cycles."

Xander asked, "Cycles?"

Daniel looked closer at the written encryption, as Teal'c offered, "It is believed that cycle is equivalent to one Tauri year."

The archeologist continued, "Right. Anyway. It seems that Ninedinna isn't the regular run of the mill goa'uld. What we first expected is true. Ninedinna is a goa'uld that utilizes magic and technology. That's how she survived so many years while other goa'ulds haven't."

Xander asked, "Does it say anything that would help stop her?"

He looked at the young man, "I'll need time to read more information, Xander. There's allot here."

The resident male Scrappy said, "Daniel, I hate to rush this, but we need to find out better information than the basic description of Ninedinna."

Teal'c stated, "Xander, Daniel Jackson is just finding the needed information that would be most beneficial for us."

He nodded as he started to walk down further looking at the wall. "I just wish I knew what you were reading."

Buffy looked at the two SG members as they read further into the wall, and saw that they were engrossed. Understanding how her friend felt, she walked over to him. "I know you worried about her, Xand."

He said, "Buffy, it's more than that. She helped; they all helped me try to find you. I owe it to her, Ash, to everyone that we find her. And finding more 'information' about Ninedinna is always great, but I just want to find her and take her home."

Buffy smiled,"We'll find her. Don't worry."

Xander took his finger and traced over the encrypted wall. "I hope so, Buffy. I really do."

They continued to walk down the corridor when Xander noticed a opaque bright white title on the floor right in front of him. "Weird."

She asked, "What's weird?"

He looked at her, "There's a bight white title here. It's not like the rest of the floor."

"Daniel?" She asked.

The two SG members approached the young couple. "What did you find, guys?"

Xander meanwhile stepped onto the title very carefully and the tile suddenly brightened further.

Teal'c's eyes widened at what was happening. "Xander!" He called out and just as light engulfed the young man, the Jaffa grabbed hold of Xander's arm.

"Xander!" Buffy cried out.

"Teal'c!" Daniel called.

Suddenly, both disappeared.

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TBC