Teen Titans - Still More Fighting

Disclaimer : I do not own the Teen Titans or any other mentioned trademarked likenesses. They are the property of DC Comics and Warner Bros. I do not own Final Fantasy VII or any other mentioned trademarked likenesses. They are the property of Squaresoft and/or Square Enix. The character 'Comet' however is my original character.

Chapter Eleven - Force Your Way


: Gaia - Cloud's Subconscious :


' Cloud...?' A woman's voice asked.

Cloud's eyes were shut as his body moved endlessly throughout the dark void that was his own mind. He was completely alone, but a single,familiar voice echoed out to him.

'..Cloud? I know you can hear me..'

'Just another figment.' Cloud told himself, clenching his eyes shut.

'Don't even look..'

'Cloud, listen to me...dark forces are planning destruction and chaos..you have to stop it from happening.' she said to Cloud.

'Aeris..she isn't coming back. She's gone Cloud, why can't you accept that! This dream..it must be him attempting to control me again!' He screamed at himself, with his eyes still closed. Cloud clenched his head with his hands.

'Listen to me Cloud...I'm not what's important here. Just because you tell yourself something, it doesn't mean you believe it. And just because you can't or don't want to believe something, it doesn't make it any less true.'

Cloud began to become less tense.

'Unless you stop him...he will take over your world.'

' But how can I? Without you.. ' Cloud was cut off, by a nudging feeling on his arm.

The sensation greatly distracted him, but he continued.

'...what I mean is, without you..how can I' he was again interrupted by the feeling, but this time it was stronger.

It repeated a few more times before stopping.

'...Aeris..I need you.' he finally said, feeling his concentration wane.

'And Gaia needs you Cloud. Our re-union will come soon enough. What's important now is that you save the people depending on you. Go, Cloud. The Planet needs you again.' The voice grew softer.

'Aeris wait!'

Cloud began to put his hand out, trying to grab the fading voice, but the painful nudging returned, and he was forced to grab his inflamed arm. The feeling grew much stronger before Cloud's eyes quickly shot open and he sat up.

: Gaia Kalm Town Area :

As Cloud sat up, he felt a sharp pain in his ribs that made him wince. From his sitting position, he could see the crushed mountains in the distance. Cloud looked around and saw Kalm and a pair of red boots standing before him. He looked up the boots, the yellow tights and large utility belt. The man wore a yellow top with big red gloves. The man's arms were folded over the picture of what appeared to be a shooting star on his chest. Long dreads hanged from his head.

"Heya, pal. Remember me?" Comet smirked.

"Huh?" Cloud wrapped one hand around his waist, which he realized were wrapped.

His other hand rubbed his aching head, as several images flashed through his mind. First was the museum. Next he saw Terra's face, still petrified. Finally, he saw himself swinging the Buster Sword and unleashing the Blade Beam on the same man that now stood over him.

"..you..." Cloud murmured, looking up at his face.

"Yep. It's me." Comet said, grinning.

It was the last thing Cloud heard, before a gloved red fist flew towards his face.

"You're such a big man." Red XIII approached, shaking his head.

: Gaia - Kalm Town :

Tifa had thought that it would be a good idea if the party went into town. They still needed to escort the little girl and woman home, plus they could use some Hi-Potions and Ethers.

"Really..I can't thank you enough. If you hadn't come when you did.." the woman started, looking towards Tifa.

"Don't worry about it. We're glad to help." Tifa smiled.

"Agreed. I could never overlook someone in need." Starfire slowly glided along side them with the little girl happily siting on her shoulders.

"Speak for yourselves. Not only did I not find any Materia, but none of the Materia I already have have gotten any stronger!" Yuffie whined.

"Yuffie..." Tifa sighed, as they stopped in front of the woman's house.

"Thank you again, and if ever need anything, please, don't hesitate to ask us! Now, I'm quite tired and I'm sure Yuri is too. Isn't that right?" the lady asked.

"Nope! Flying is fun!" she beamed, as her mother lifted her off of Star's shoulders.

The woman thanked them again before turning and entering her house, with the small girl.

"At least that's over with, sheesh." Yuffie said.

As the girls started to leave, the door opened again. The little girl ran out, next to Starfire. The Tameranian kneeled to down.

"Yes?"

"I found this in the cave with Cloud. I was going to keep it as my treasure, but since you took me flying, I'll give it to you!" Yuri said.

She opened Starfire's hand and gave her a small ring with a green stone in it. It almost looked like a small Materia. Starfire stared into the ring and it reminded it her of the Centari jewel that Blackfire had given her. She smiled before nodding.

"I will cherish it always. Thank you, Yuri." Starfire smiled.

The little girl ran back inside.

Tifa reached into her pocket as her PHS began vibrating. At the same exact time, Starfire's communicator began to play the Titan's jingle.

"This cannot be good.." Starfire said.

'Robin...and all the others..I hope you are alright..' Starfire thought.

: Gaia - Shinra HQ (Recreation Level) :

Plasmus shot forth a huge blob of goo that covered Vincent completely. He was left completely immobile inside of it.

"Vincent!" Raven cried.

Raven began focusing her energy, preparing to obliterate the slime monster.

"Ah!" Raven screamed.

An explosive disc flew right before Raven and erupted.

"You've gotten soft Raven." Slade said, arrogantly, placing his hands behind his back.

Before Slade could make another move, a large metal boot collided with his helmet.

"Oh!" Slade flew into a wall.

"So have you." Robin clenched his fists falling into a fighting stance.

A large bird created of dark energy flew up from the floor, before transforming into Raven. The Galian Beast quickly exploded from within the tomb of goo. He jumped and landed beside The two Titans, facing Slade and Plasmus.

Slade slowly got to his feet, popping his neck from side to side.

"Another time, perhaps."

Slade pressed the button on the side of his gauntlet. Seconds later, the wall behind them caved in and Cyborg and Beast Boy flew into the room. They were both KO' d. Robin and his team mates looked wide-eyed at the fallen Titans.

They could hear metallic foot steps coming closer to them. Robin got ready to attack, having no idea what to expect. Raven, however, had a guess.

'It couldn't be anyone but...'

A girl's silhouette stepped through the smoke and Terra was revealed, smiling, with her hands on her hips.

"Miss me, guys?" she joked.

Terra snapped once, and the ground beneath Robin and Vincent began to rise. It flew directly up and slammed into the ceiling, causing cries from both to ring out. Raven was concerned for her allies, especially Vincent, but she kept her gaze on Terra. That wasn't necessarily a smart move.

Slade approached Raven, silently. He placed a small device on the back of her head, which promptly emitted a powerful shock that left her stunned.

"Too bad, Rae. Looks like you've dropped the ball." Terra taunted.

"Ugh..." Raven groaned, struggling to remain conscience.

Her vision began to blur as she saw Slade ordering his minions around him. Her powers would not work for some reason.

"Began clearing this building of soldiers and bring anything useful back to me. With her," he pointed to Raven.

"I will start working on getting some re-enforcements for you."

Raven fought to remain awake, but her strength left her and she passed out.

: Gaia - The Highwind :

"Tifa, where are you? I just passed the Chocobo Ranch." Cid spoke into the speaker above the ship's main control.

"Cid? Thank god! Me and some others are at Kalm Town. We've found Cloud, but Reeve just called and said that Shinra was under attack! I loss my connection with him, and we cant reach the others." Explained Tifa.

"What? Well, f$#& why didn't you say so earlier! I'll be there to pick you up as soon as I can! Gimme about 15 minutes!" Cid said.

"Alright. Please hurry!"

"You hear that? Said someone's bustin up the Shinra!" Cid said to Barret, who just entered the cockpit.

"What! But that's where the others are. Damn it old man, can't this flying tank go any faster?" Barret asked.

"Yeah, yeah. You're talking to the best pilot in the world. You'd better believe that in the last year this baby's gotten a tune-up or two. Hang on!" Cid pulled a level that was above his head.

Both men could feel the mechanical change taking place in the aircraft. Chains were automatically pulled and gears were turned. Two more rockets shifted into position to help the ones already moving the ship. With them, the Highwind was 30 faster.

: Kalm Town Area :

"Red XIII...are you sure that I have to do this? I mean there are much more important.." Cloud started, before the Comet interrupted him across the plain.

"What's the matter, wuss! Don't get scared now!" Comet taunted.

'This'll give me the perfect chance to test out my cool Limit attack. His Blade Beam will be no match for my Air Raid! Plus I have this Enemy Skill Materia that Yuffie gave me. I can't lose!'
The Comet grinned as a light gust of wind caused his hair to dance and a small tumbleweed to blow by.

"As far as I understand, the Titans have entitled Comet to a rematch with you. Come on Cloud, whoop this guy and get it over with." Red XIII said.

Cloud quirked an eyebrow. He'd never heard Nanaki say anything like that.

"Alright, Comet. You asked for it!" Cloud said charging him.

"Gimme your worst, cream puff!" Comet sneered as he charged his power in his hands, awaiting Cloud's attack.

: Gaia - Shinra HQ (Hojo's Lab) :

"Sephiroth." Slade called out, looking towards a large glass container of Lifestream.

The alleged heir to the planet's countenance materialized within the green liquid.

"Several of our annoyanced have been dealt with."

They heard a distant explosion and felt the building shake.

"And more are being dealt with as we speak." He explained.

"Excellent. Surely, you haven't summoned me for my praise." Sephiroth said.

"Of course not. I know for a fact that there are several doors into each reality of existance. One that lead into mine, was the Clock of Eternity. Tell me, how did you initially send Cloud to Jump City?" he asked.

"For the past year, I compressed the power of the Lifestream and my own energy into a new Materia. When invoked, it allows the user to make a direct connection with me and I am allowed to carry them throughout the Lifestream and enter them into any world of the living. If you wish to use it, you must confiscate it from Strife."

"That won't be necessary. With your expertise, the only thing we need, is her." Slade gestured towards Raven's body, which was strapped to an operating table.

She wasn't moving.

"You may do as you please, but be warned. Each incarnation of reality it meant to hold a certain number of living beings. With the transferral of yourself, Terra and the Titans, we have already caused quite a disturbance and the shockwave has definitely effected other realities. If you tamper with the balance too much, all existance could be nullified, including the Lifetream. I suggest you take caution." Stephiroth explained.

"I'll keep that in mind." Slade said.

' Note from the Author : Chapter Eleven , read it and weep!..wait... don't weep! Rejoice! I've finally updated!

I've got a couple of questions, that I thought you guys should answer, since it will greatly influence the direction of the story. Please answer them, as I really care how people think about this!

1. Which of the Titans is physically strongest? Cyborg, Starfire or Beast Boy (various animal forms)? And Raven fans, we all know she's capable of mass destruction, I'm talking in terms of pure might.

2. The time frame of this story is very undefined, thanks my neglect and the last few episodes of the series. Assuming this all happened before season five, which eight villians would you like to see Slade recruit? For that matter, since we're on the topping of dimension hopping, should I include other DC/ Final Fantasy characters?

3. Considerring that I started this fic was started before I saw 'Things Change' and 'Final Fantasy VII : Advent Children' for that matter, how do you suggest I cover up the various inconsistancies?

Thanks for your help!

- Wrap - Up
Aeris contacts Cloud and Reveals that Sephiroth is plotting mass destruction

Cloud awakens, but is promptly attacked by the Comet

The girls return the woman and her daughter to Kalm Town

Starfire receives an unamed accessory, before they find out that Shinra HQ is being attacked

Terra has already defeated Cyborg and Beast Boy, and makes short work of Robin and Vincent

The calvary, Cid and Barret, are minutes away

Comet invokes his entitled re-match with Cloud

Slade begin's planning to bring others to Gaia to help him take over