Well, it's time to go check out how the world is handling Giga Bowser's new rule.

Pikachu: The time to act out had come, right?

Indeed. How they decide act and what they actually do will be explained. And for those who are curious: "Sancutus Lancea" means "Holy Lance". (Sarcastic) Totally original, I know…XD

For those who have played Paper Mario for the Nintendo 64, I'm sure you'll recognize the Star Spirits; one of them shall make an appearance in this chapter. For those who don't know…well, there's always the internet!

Well, let's get to the story, shall we? Falco, disclaim.

Falco: RF doesn't own us or the Star Spirits, but she does own the past of Master Hand, Crazy Hand, and Giga Bowser, and she also owns Mrs. Nina Hand.

Roy: Away chapter!

"I see," Master Hand said, after Luigi finished his story. "It certainly helps fit the pieces together."

"So, we have to find the others and the lance, grow stronger, then defeat Giga Bowser…" Falco said, summarizing. "Can we do it though?"

"The world's counting on us!" Pikachu said. "And there is no way I'm leaving my son in Giga Bowser's clutches!"

"I agree with Pikachu," Zelda said. "I'm not going to sit here while Link and Young Link are in danger."

"But where do we go?" Yoshi asked.

"Perhaps…nah," Master Hand mused out loud.

"Perhaps what?" Roy asked. "Do you know something Master Hand?"

"There are various ruins scattered around the planet," Master Hand replied. "Genes was never a huge fan of history; perhaps they are still safe. If we can find the Ancient Library, we may be able to get some leads."

"Ancient Library?" Roy asked, puzzled.

"That's a creative name," Falcon muttered.

"It is a library hidden away in a city of ruins that has millions of books; all that speak of what we consider legends," Master Hand said. "We need to clear away the clouds surrounding the myths of our land. And there are probably enough books about the angels too."

"Researching the legends sound like a good idea, but why the angels too?" Fox asked.

"The Door Guardians are angels, do not forget that," Master Hand replied. "And I'm sure Roy wants to learn more about the job his elder brother was born to do."

"Oh yeah…" Falco muttered, looking at the pyro swordsman.

"Do you know where the library is, Master Hand?" Peach asked.

"There are many ruins, and I hate to say that none of them are located on the island."

"So we have to go out into the world?" Falcon asked, frowning. "With Giga Bowser and his frames ruling? What a bummer!"

"But we'd have to eventually!" Dr. Mario said. "If what Mrs. Hand said about the others captured is true…"

"Let us look for the library first," Mewtwo suggested, standing and gliding towards them. "Meanwhile, we continue to watch over the Door and mansion."

"Wait…what?" Yoshi asked.

"Pikachu, Mewtwo, and Falco are spying on the door, just in case," Mario replied. "Some of you can also them. Maybe we can find a clue."

"I'll join them," Falcon said. "I'm not into reading books."

"Me too," Yoshi said. "I'm not up to seeing what's going on out there…besides, I want to see the Door."

"So Pikachu, Mewtwo, Falco, Falcon, and Yoshi will spy on the door, Mario and the doctor will continue to watch over the mansion, and the rest of us will look for the library," Zelda summarized. Everyone nodded. "Let's get ready."

They began to leave the infirmary.

"Luigi, hold up a sec," Mario said. Luigi lagged behind.

"What's up?" He asked when the last smasher left.

"Dr. Mario told me about you and Peach," Mario replied. Luigi turned red. "I just want to say congratulations; I was too big a coward."

"Well, you don't have to worry anymore, eh?" Luigi asked. He remembered those days, before Mewtwo fell for Nana's lies. Mario never wanted to risk his friendship with Peach, so he never said a word.

"Take good care of her," Mario said. "The kingdom's going to need both of you soon. Besides, I gotta be your Best Man at the wedding!"

"Mario!" Luigi lightly punched his brother on the shoulder; then ran to catch up with the others. The red clad plumber chuckled.

"They'll be a great couple; I know it."

It took a half an hour to scourge the mansion for scattered items; them Master Hand, Zelda, Roy, Luigi, Peach, and Fox headed for Smash City.

The citizens were baffled. They knew they were safe, but didn't know why. To the smashers' relief, boats were still heading out to the continents of the planet. Master Hand bought tickets to the Mushroom Continent first; home to the Mushroom Kingdom and its neighbor, the Koopa Kingdom.

"Oh my…" Peach was the first to speak when the group reached Toad Town.

Or rather, what was left of it…

The town was in shambles, and wireframes roamed the streets. Houses that once stood tall and proud became trash; whichever lucky ones continued to stand became homes for the frames positioned in the destroyed town.

"The kingdom is--!" Luigi felt ready to vomit.

"Most of the citizens probably fled and are in hiding," Master Hand said. "As for those wo didn't…all my sympathy to them and their loved ones."

"Are there any ruins near here?" Fox asked.

"There's a hidden tunnel that leads into the heart of Star Hill," Luigi replied, pointing to the path that led to the hill. "We don't know what's there though…"

"A good place to start," Master Hand said. "Let's head for Star Hill. Make sure to stay close to the deserted areas; I don't want anyone spotted."

It took a little longer than they hoped, due to the fact that they had to stop and hide, but the group managed to successfully work their way to the hill.

Peach and Luigi wasted no time in leading the group to the north side of the hill. They stepped through the "wall", revealing the fact that it was passable. The others followed with some hesitation.

Traveling through the tunnel, the smashers discovered what used to be a shrine, dedicated to the stars.

"I had no idea this was here!" Peach said, awed.

"There must've been a civilization who worshipped the star," Master Hand said. "They probably came here to perform rituals."

"So, we have to keep searching?" Roy asked.

"There aren't a lot of books here," Zelda replied. "Just the scrolls the civilization used for ceremonies."

"There's nothing about the library either," Fox added.

"Could we make a climb to the top?" Peach asked. "Maybe the Star Spirits that lived in nearby Star Haven can help. They might also be able to give us transportation."

"We'll need that," Master Hand said. "It's worth a shot."

The five smashers and their guardian left and climbed to the summit. There they met with one of the seven Star Spirits; Eldstar.

"Princess Peach! A pleasant surprise!" The Spirit said. "After seeing that titan appear and destroy the kingdom, I feared for your safety."

"I've been safe," Peach said, looking over towards Luigi. The plumber's face grew red as he gave a cheesy grin and waved. "I was wondering if you could help us Eldstar."

"I will do what I can," Eldstar said. "What do you need?"

"We're searching for the planet's Ancient Library," Peach said. "Do you know where it is? And could you give us a ride there?"

Eldstar chuckled. "Certainly I know where the library is, and I can provide you with a star chariot for your trip."

"Thank you very much!" Peach said.

"We Spirits still owe you and your kingdom for recovering the Star Rod," Eldstar said. "Just think of this as us paying off our debt. The library is located in Hyrule, where its guardians, the Sheikah, watched over it. Beyond the graveyard, about twenty miles to the east, is a ruin of an old Sheikah village; the library is there."

The Star Spirit conjured a reed chariot decorated with stars. It was big enough for the five and Master Hand to fit in.

"Until the next time we meet, Princess," Eldstar said.

"Yes," Peach said. The Star Spirit vanished as the smashers headed for the battered land that was now Hyrule.

Hyrule, like the Mushroom Kingdom, lay in ruins; Lon Lon Ranch was destroyed; the towns were home to wireframes, and the castle was just…gone. The six assumed that this was happening everywhere. Zelda hid her face in her hands, unable to see more.

"What happened?" She asked, sobbing.

"It's a new world…" Roy replied sadly. "It's Giga Bowser's now…"

"We must win," Master Hand said firmly. "The stakes have risen way too high…we must win!"

"Their determination was all they had left; determination to stop the destruction and change the world back to normal.

They continued to the Sheikah village, where the answers were sure to be.

Ness: End chapter!

Yoshi: Finally! We're all here! Bout time too! X.x

Marth: A new world…and I'm partly responsible…

Ness: It's so not your fault! It's all Giga Bowser's fault!


Marth: I wonder how the others are doing…and how I'm doing too.

Yoshi: RoyalFanatic will probably mention that soon! Anyways, review!