Hey guys! I'm back with another chapter to wrap up the Inkopolis battle segment! We left off with the Lightspace Army stealing the Great Zapfish and taking it to their master. However, this chapter focuses on the aftermath of the battle and where the fighters will go from their current situation.

As I am posting this, I realize that this is my 40th chapter! It only felt like yesterday when I first started this story last November! I didn't think I would come this far with the story so congrats to myself for keeping it going! Also, congrats to all of you for sticking with the story for all that time! It means a lot to me! However, I'm not saying that I'm done with this story. In fact, I'm not even close to being done! I realize there's still a chunk of characters I have yet to introduce, so sit tight dear readers! Your expected fighter will eventually show up!

As always, don't forget to fave, follow, and review and all that good stuff! Without further ado, let's get into this brand new chapter!

Disclaimer: I do not own Super Smash Bros. It is owned by Nintendo and Masahiro Sakurai.

Inkopolis Square, World of Trophies

After the Lightspace Army stole the Great Zapfish from its normal spot and fled the city, the devastating battle rendered the once sprawling metropolis to a destroyed husk with smoking piles of rubble.

The surviving Inklings were helping each other while also rebuilding what they've lost.

Princess Peach was pulling an Inkling from a tight spot between some heavy debris. She had help from both Kongs who were pushing the rubble out of the way.

"Thank you…" Said the relieved citizen gratefully before reuniting with her friends.

Peach looked on at the situation and felt a rushing combination of shame and anger swelling inside her. As a result, she was stressfully contemplating the losses that happened. When she saw the tractor beam pulling the great Zapfish into the ship, she noticed three fighters being pulled in as well. She could only recognize one of them as a younger and more cartoonish looking Link. The other two looked to her like a blue robot and a blue haired Inkling in tactical gear.

As Peach thought to herself once more, she had no idea what to do other than help rebuild.

Little Mac and Amelia the Inkling were the first to notice Peach's growing stress as the boxer put his free hand on her shoulder. "This was completely out of your control, Peach. You couldn't have possibly known that they would have another ship ready to scoop that thing up. Stop blaming yourself for this."

The princess got more aggressive, but soon calmed down. "You're right, Little Mac… I… I just feel like I could be doing so much more than what I'm doing now."

"How so?" Asked the boxer. "Does this have something to do with your past?"

Peach then decided to explain. "For most of my time as princess, I've been kidnapped countless times, leaving me helpless in some dungeon. Sure I've been on a couple adventures with Mario and his friends, but they've been few and far between. I… I just feel like I could be doing more. Especially with this war going on."

"I get that feeling." Responded the Little Mac. "The last time I got into a boxing ring was nine years ago. After that, I just kinda faded away from the spotlight."

"I guess this war would be one way that could push some of us out of anonymity." Concluded Peach.

The lightweight boxer then looked at the heavily damaged square before going to help a group of Inklings repair their building. "If only it were that simple."

However, something dawned on Little Mac that he needed to ask Peach about. "Did you see who got pulled into that ship along with the creature?"

Peach was more than willing to explain what she saw. "I could only make out one figure. He looked like my old ally Link, except he had a more comical appearance…"

"I see." Responded Little Mac. "You told me about Link on the way to your castle."

"I just don't know the other two poor souls who got captured." Said Peach as she contemplated further. "They must be new."

Amelia then decided to speak up. "I know who they are."

This statement got the attention of the two fighters.

"Who?" Asked Peach simply.

"The first one is my Inkling partner, who goes by Agent 3." Explained Agent 4.

"Who's the second one?" Asked Little Mac.

Amelia had a harder time explaining, but still managed to tell enough. "I think his name was Mega Man. He's a robot who has a variety of weapons at his disposal. Maybe more so than me or Steven."

"Steven?" Said Little Mac confusedly.

Amelia realized her little blunder before correcting it after a sigh. "Agent 3's real name."

"No need to get secretive with us, Amelia." Responded Peach. "We're on your side here. No matter what happens."

"Thanks, Peach." Said Agent 4 gratefully. "I'm hoping I can help in any way I can. Especially with my home."

"Well, let's start by helping your home recover what it lost." Said Peach through mustered optimism.

Amelia and Little Mac soon followed her to perform whatever task that needed work.

Meanwhile, in the north side of the square near the damaged Salmon Run booth, Bowser was rounding up what remained of his forces. From what he knew, around 70 percent of his army fell. The other 30 percent were mostly wounded. This got Bowser understandably upset as he started smashing piles of debris.

As the Koopa was venting his frustration, Bowser Jr. looked on and couldn't help but worry for his father.

Fox McCloud then came up behind the young Koopa. "I know your father quite well. I'm pretty sure I can talk some sense into him."

"You can try… " Uttered the young koopa with some apprehension.

"Bowser!" Shouted Fox as he was approaching him.

This prompted the Koopa King to look back only to look forward again. "I have nothing to say to you."

"Don't be like that at a time like this." Replied Fox. "I know we've had our differences in the past, but we need you and your troops out there to help us recover."

"Why?" Said Bowser. "We already played our part and look where that led us! The majority of my forces along with one third of the residents here are gone because we failed! Not to mention the fact they took that creature to whatever planet they're hiding on!"

"Listen, things may seem bleak now, but have faith and hope that we'll win this war." Explained Fox. "You've never understood that because you've mostly stood on the side of evil. The boxer told me about the terms of your agreement after I landed. Your job is far from done here."

Bowser then proceeded to get up from his sulking spot before taking a deep breath. "You're right, Fox. All my life I've wanted to protect the family and empire I have while still gaining whatever I can take. I'll still help if it means I can see that family live on." Said the Koopa before looking at his son.

Bowser Jr. smiled back without a second thought.

"That's why I've been so resilient throughout the years." Finished Bowser.

Fox then looked toward Bowser. "It's good to see you in high spirits."

The pilot was about to help with another task before receiving a transmission from Meta Knight. As soon as he heard it, he knew what he had to do.

"Everyone needs to get back to the square entrance." Said Fox hurriedly.

"What? Why?" Said Bowser Jr.

"I know where we need to go next." Replied the pilot simply.

Eastern Side of the Square

Wario was sitting on a pile of rubble, seeing the other Inklings recovering from afar before thinking to himself about the battle that happened.

As he contemplated further, he realized he was staying with the rest of the group not only because of the reward Peach promised him, but also because he was slowly learning camaraderie over the time he was with them.

Roy soon noticed this as he made his way towards the obese former entrepreneur.

"I can tell you're warming up to us." Said the swordsman.

"You think-a so?" Responded Wario.

"Yeah. I've spent enough time around people to realize when they're opening up to others." Responded Roy.

A beeping from the swordsman's ear communicator then went off as he answered it. He soon realized it was a message from Fox.

"-This is Fox. I just received a message that I think everyone should hear. Bring every fighter to the square entrance. I would like to discuss this new information with everyone. Fox out.-"

When the message ended, Wario decided to ask him about the message. "What was-a that about."

"Fox has something he needs to discuss with everyone." Said Roy. "Let's head to the square entrance."

Wario then got up from his spot and followed the swordsman as they headed toward the square from where they were.

Moments Later

Roy and Wario finally made it to the square entrance where Fox, Peach, Amelia, Donkey Kong, Diddy Kong, Bowser, Bowser Jr, and Little Mac, were waiting for them.

After a few more minutes, Greninja and Mr. Game & Watch were carrying an injured Yoshi with them to the group before setting the dinosaur down on a pile of debris for him to rest on.

This effectively completed all the fighters that participated in the Inkopolis battle.

"You all finally made it." Said Fox. "Now let's get this discussion under way."

"What's this important thing you wanted us to hear about?" Asked Bowser a little aggressively.

"I just received a message from Meta Knight." Explained the pilot. "He's planning to forge an alliance between his battleship crew and the new Kingdom of Hyrule."

"And what's this have to do with us?" Asked Little Mac.

"If we go to Hyrule, we can provide further firepower and come up with a plan to defeat Galeem for good. As one united force." Concluded Fox.

"I'm on board with this plan." Said Peach. "It's been a long time since I've seen Zelda."

Fox slightly winced. "Sorry to burst your bubble, Peach, but this Zelda isn't the same one you and I knew from the Subspace War. She's a completely different person, but still has good intentions."

Peach didn't know how to feel about this, but she remained confident to opposing Galeem.

"Hate to say this, but I feel like this might be our best choice." Added Bowser hesitantly before continuing. "Besides, we can add the remnants of my forces to this alliance of yours as well."

"Yeah! We'll be unstoppable!" Chimed in Bowser Jr.

"I have no problem with that, Bowser." Replied Fox. "How about the rest of you? Are you all down with going to Hyrule?"

Yoshi, Greninja, Mr. Game & Watch, Roy, and both Kongs raised their hands in agreement.

Wario raised his hand after some hesitation.

This left Amelia the only one unable to bring her hand up.

"What's wrong Amelia?" Asked Peach worriedly.

"It's not that I want to go, but I don't want to abandon my home. My friends. My family. But at the same time, I'm finding the outside world to be very intriguing." Explained Agent 4

"Then go with them, bucko." Said a new voice that sounded old and gruff. It was coming from behind her.

Amelia then looked back and saw Captain Cuttlefish.

"Cap'n! What're you doing here?" Said Amelia panickedly.

"I wanted to lend a hand in helping to rebuild after the horrendous battle that happened." Explained Cuttlefish.

"Sorry, who are you?" Asked Fox.

"Oh sorry folks! I forgot to introduce myself!" Said the captain. "The name's Captain Cuttlefish! Leader of the New Squidbeak Splatoon and Agent 4's mentor!"

"I see." Said Peach with some confusion.

Cuttlefish then turned back toward Amelia. "I want you to go with them. It's not every day you get to visit the world outside Inkopolis."

"I… want to." Answered Amelia. "I just… don't know what will happen to this city without me, Steven, and the Great Zapfish."

"Don't worry." Reassured the captain. "My granddaughters and Off the Hook will work with me to rebuild what we've lost. Besides, Inkopolis has stood strong without the Great Zapfish before."

Amelia soon realized the choice she needed to make. After some more thinking, she made up her mind and walked toward her new friends.

"Go with them. Live a life full of adventure, Agent 4!" Said Cuttlefish before gesturing a peace sign.

The group then all headed toward the last remaining Bowser airships and the Halberd's troop transport ship with Amelia being the last one to board.

"Oh one more thing!." Shouted the captain. "You might need this!"

The captain then threw a bag at Agent 4 which she promptly caught.

When she opened the bag, she found that it was full of Cuttlefish's favorite food. Crabby Cakes.

"Thanks Cap'n! I'm sure these will come in handy" Shouted Amelia as she was getting on the troop transport ship right before closing the opening ramp.

As the ships were taking off, Cuttlefish uttered one more thing before helping his species rebuild. "Make Inkopolis proud."

As everyone was getting situated inside the troop transport ship and airships, Fox pulled up the directions and set a course for Hyrule.

"Let's hope the new princess welcomes us in." Muttered Fox to himself before leaving Inkopolis with Bowser's fleet remnants closely following behind.