Power Rangers: Fusion
Episode II: Lone Wolf isn't Alone Part 2
The Fusion Temple was the base of operations for Zeke. He was not completely alone he had a mentor, Master Fireseed. Zeke knew very little of Master Fireseed and he wasn't sure if it was because he wanted it that way or because Zeke just never asked. Master Fireseed had no body instead he was blue fire in the shape of a human body encased in a tank. His assistant was a computer named Fusia. They were his one and only family.
Zeke sat on a stone bench close to one of the computer terminals in the Control Chamber which was where Fusia and Master Fireseed remained. His head was sunk as low as it could go and his sunglasses hid the pain in his eyes.
"Do not worry, Zeke. Red Wolf is being repaired as we speak. It will be good as new soon," Fusia comforted.
"It doesn't matter, I shouldn't have pushed it so far. Now what will happen when Andrix decides he wants to send an army of giants our way. I won't even be able to fight them."
"You are absolutely right," Master Fireseed bellowed. "You were a fool to do something that rash. You'd think after all this time you'd learn some restraint."
Zeke looked up at his master encased in the clear tank. The expression that was formed from the blue flame told Zeke that now would not be a good idea to come back with a smart remark. He decided to practice the restraint his master had mentioned. He only wished he had done it sooner.
"Master, what is the Gargantuan Gauntlet?"
Master Fireseed sighed. "Now that is a long story."
"Trust me. I've got nothing except time right now thanks to you."
Zeke realized he had just blown that restraint thing out the window by saying that and the look that Master Fireseed gave him was also a big indication.
He sighed accepting the remark. "The Gargantuan Gauntlet is a story that started hundreds of years ago. It all started with the king of this kingdom, not the Kernius family but another family ruled this kingdom, one tainted by evil. The name of the family that ruled this kingdom was Riniva. Our kingdom was the weakest kingdom at the time and was plagued by war from the stronger kingdoms. King Henry Riniva decided to go on a crusade to seek out the most powerful wizards on the planet to create a weapon that would give him the upper hand. At the time Henry's intentions were pure but as soon as the Gargantuan Gauntlet was created, King Henry returned from his crusade to find that his wife, Queen Erica Riniva had cut deals with their enemies that had backlashed and ruined the kingdom even further than it already was."
"That was when things took a turn for the worst right?" Zeke asked sarcastically.
"Correct. Things got much, much worse. King Henry was so furious he killed his wife and his daughter for the simple fact that she was a woman as well. He then turned the power of the Gargantuan Gauntlet onto the other kingdoms. Even the ones that weren't his enemies, one by one they all fell underneath the power of the mighty Gargantuan Gauntlet."
"What about the wizards that created it, didn't they try to do anything about it?"
"Yes but they were killed by King Henry who by now had grown extremely paranoid. The moment they showed signs of mutiny or rebellion they were killed without question. Anyway, This cycle of war and chaos continued for so long that unknowingly, they unleashed the greatest threat to this planet in its entire history."
"The demons," Zeke said with malice.
"Correct again my young student."
"Ha! I can hardly be called young or student for that matter."
"Well, compared to me. The demons were few back then like they are today. The demons started to ravage the Riniva Kingdom's territories which at this time spanned across nearly the entire planet after generation after generation of siege and conquer. The demons fed off the evil and fear of the people which at this time was plentiful. Then a new hope had arrived. The King Adrian Riniva bore a son named Persi who grew up completely separate from his father. He was not supposed to be king at all but since Adrian and his oldest son died in battle he was all that was left. He took the crown and organized the lands they had conquered into kingdoms of their own and appointed kings for those kingdoms. He was a good king but the best thing he ever did was find me."
"You?" Zeke's interest had perked now.
"Yes, me. Like his ancestor, King Henry, he went on a crusade to find the most powerful sorcerer in the known world. At the time, it was me and in a close second was a dear friend of mine named Zordon who wasn't even from this planet."
"They had space travel back then?" Zeke inquired.
"We had many technological advancements back then but the more advanced stuff was the amalgam of magic and technology. Zordon at the time was traveling from planet to planet in order to gain knowledge and spread it as well it just so happened we were using the same craft. That's besides the point, King Persi found me and Zordon and asked us to make sure no one ever finds the Gargantuan Gauntlet again. The planet underwent an age of peace but it didn't last long. King Persi was growing old and his son, Mock was a headstrong young man eager to take the crown. Upon his deathbed, Mock demanded to know the location of the gauntlet but the secret died with Persi. The only other people who knew were me and Zordon. Mock, now king hungered for the power of the Gargantuan Gauntlet so much that he crusaded for it. The age of peace brought about a treaty between the kingdoms and the demons. They were actually recognized as a kingdom under King Persi's organization of Ronia's lands. However now that King Persi was dead Andrix saw opportunity and stole the throne of the Demon King. He also crusaded for the Gargantuan Gauntlet."
"And let me guess, the demons got to it first?"
"No, they both arrived at nearly the same time and then a battle ensued. The demons won of course and added the Gargantuan Gauntlet to their deadly arsenal. After that they started to take over one kingdom after another. King Mock survived that battle due to his amazing acts of cowardice. He found me and begged for Zordon and I to help. I agreed under one condition, that his family forfeit the crown."
"So you chose the Kernius family to be the royal family? Why?"
"I did but we haven't gotten to that part yet. Be patient!" Master Fireseed scolded. "As I was saying. Zordon had an idea. The invention of the Power Rangers was Zordon's and Zordon's alone. The first set of powers were already created on the planet Earth."
"Why Earth?"
"Zordon was traveling the universe to vanquish evil. He believed that all the evil in the universe would eventually drift toward the center of it and that is Earth. So the first stop on his long voyage was Earth where he created the original Mighty Morphing Power Rangers. Zordon's journeys throughout the universe is one tale that I can't even begin to tell only because the part he played in my life was only a small chapter in it. Zordon agreed to help and teach me how to make the ranger powers and together we created the Fusion Ranger powers. The team was comprised of myself and four other warriors I hand-picked from King Mock's ranks. We beat the demon forces into hiding and hid the Gargantuan Gauntlet once more."
"Why didn't you just destroy it, master?"
"Zordon and I tried but we couldn't. Its magic was forged by several powerful sorcerers not just one. Its magic was too strong for that. Now that the Fusion Rangers were the protectors of the planet forever more Zordon left. The Rangers and I defended the planet against the demons and eventually we managed to defeat them and bring about peace once more. However, the treaty that King Persi managed to negotiate with the demons was something Andrix was too proud to accept. We once again hid the gauntlet, knowing that only one person knowing about its location was dangerous, One of the rangers volunteered to hide it and then take his life. Somehow Andrix managed to find the gauntlet. I don't see how no one knew where it was."
"If you look long enough, you'll eventually find what you're looking for if its there," Zeke stated.
Master Fireseed pondered on this for a moment. "Yes, I suppose you're right."
"You might want to know that Tommy has just sent a message saying he is close," reported Fusia.
Zeke stood up with eyebrows so high they seemed to be trying to escape his forehead. "Tommy Oliver...THE Tommy Oliver?"
Master Fireseed smiled his fiery smile. "Yes."
"Holy shit! He's the greatest Power Ranger that has ever lived. I never thought I'd get to meet him. This is amazing."
"Do not worry, Zeke. He will be here soon," said Fusia.
"Master, is he here to help?"
"In a way. On board his ship he has three other ex-rangers to assume the Fusion Ranger powers."
"What!" Zeke shouted. "This fight is my fight and mine alone! I won't let some outsiders help me! I can handle this myself!"
Master Fireseed's face turned furious. "You will not speak to me with such an insolent tone! On your knees now!"
Zeke immediately went to his knees in a bow. Man I really fucked up this time.
"If you can handle the demons by yourself Red Wolf wouldn't be getting repaired now would he? If you could handle the demons yourself the Gargantuan Gauntlet would be in our possession, right?" Master Fireseed's thunderous boom of a voice shouted.
"Yes, master," Zeke replied.
"I can sense that you still do not agree and to be honest I don't care about your selfish protective feelings. You will be helped by the rangers that Tommy is bringing and that is final! Do you understand?"
"Yes, master."
"Good. Now go meditate, I'd like your attitude to be less embarrassing when they arrive."
Zeke simply stood up, shook his head coldly and walked away.
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Tommy grew even more nervous as they approached the unknown planet. This Master Fireseed was pretty intimidating but if he was a friend of Zordon's then he had Tommy's trust, period.
The three he selected all willingly volunteered. Kira, now graduated was hitting her musical career off in the best way possible but she hit a rough spot recently and wouldn't mind doing anything to help her old teacher. Alyssa, a teacher herself was also eager to help out in anyway possible and finally Andros, who was on a journey of his own to vanquish evil and didn't mind furthering his journey.
Tommy's only hope was that this was legit and not some trap that someone was trying to set. Although he does recall the name Fireseed from some of the many stories Zordon told him when he was alive but it was only mentioned at best. He was prepared, though. He worked out a plan with Andros considering he and himself were the only ones with morphers. He had his Red Zeonizers and Andros, his Astro Morpher so if anything happened, they were ready. The Astro Megaship dropped out of lightspeed and started to descend to the surface of this new world.
This planet was mostly water and forest. The Fusion Temple that he was requested to land at was surrounded by forest and not too far away was a large city with gigantic buildings that began at the forest and ended at the beach.
"We'll be touching down soon, I just have to find a clearing big enough," Andros reported.
"Take your time Andros, we're not in a rush," Tommy said as he gazed upon the city. "Yet."
"Dr. Oliver, how long did you say we were gonna be here?" Kira asked.
"As long as it takes. Not too long, though. Fireseed told me that his one ranger is an incredible fighter."
"Doesn't bother me, I was just curious."
Tommy smiled and shook his head.
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It had been a few days since the day Red Wolf was hurt and he was finally repaired thanks to the combined efforts of himself and the robo-drones that work throughout the temple. Master Firseed had interrupted Zeke when he was putting the finishing touches on Red Wolf and told him that the rangers were here. Although he was not thrilled as he headed towards the control chamber, he was still eager to meet the greatest Power Ranger the universe has ever seen. Tommy Oliver was his hero even though Zeke was a ranger well before Tommy was. Zeke understood that the amount of time spent doing something meant nothing if a beginner could best you. He rushed down the halls of the temple and made it to the control chamber and there he stood, Tommy Oliver himself accompanied by two very attractive women and another man.
Tommy Oliver was a man of average height adorned in a white button shirt, black t-shirt, khakis pants and hiking boots. He had dark spiked up hair and a line of hair on his chin.
"You must be Zeke, the Red Fusion Ranger?" Tommy asked, extending his hand.
Zeke let out a half-smile that in no way reflected the way he was feeling. "That's right," he replied as he shook his hand.
"Fireseed has told me much about you," he said in a friendly tone.
"Probably nothing good," Zeke replied.
Tommy chuckled. "Oh just the opposite, I assure you."
Zeke said nothing but gave Master Fireseed a look that everyone in the room at least giggled over.
"Tommy, please introduce the new rangers to Zeke. He is quite eager for their help," Master Fireseed requested.
Zeke couldn't help but shoot him the one eyebrow perched up high look that showed doubt.
"This is Kira Ford, formerly the Yellow Dino Thunder Power Ranger and a student of mine."
Kira was an attractive and short woman with long dirty blonde hair and deep brown eyes. She was wearing white and black punk styled clothes that Zeke found odd and refreshing all at once.
"Its good to meet you," she said in response.
"This is Andros, formerly the Red Astro Power Ranger."
Andros was about as tall as Tommy. He had long brown hair with blonde stripes. He was wearing a grey uniform with a dark green shirt underneath the grey jacket.
Andros reached out to shake Zeke's hand and Zeke obliged. He said nothing just a simple nod. Zeke got the feeling that he and Andros had much in common but that was the same reason he would be cautious around him.
"And finally, this is Alyssa Enrile, formerly the White Wild Force Power Ranger."
Alyssa was a stunning woman with shoulder length brown hair, olive toned skin, and dark brown eyes. She was wearing a white shirt and black skirt with black knee high boots.
"Hi, it's a pleasure," Alyssa said gleefully.
Zeke nodded with a slight smile.
"Now that the introductions are complete. New Rangers, please step forward," Master Fireseed commanded. "From this point on you will have the extraordinary powers of Fusion."
The three new rangers walked toward Master Fireseed's tank. From the floor, three pillars ascended from three of the five symbols embedded on the floor. The three pillars were the black, white, and green pillars.
"Kira, the power of ice is your's, you fuse with the White Raven."
Kira stepped to the white pillar.
"Andros, the power of water is your's, you fuse with the Green Rhino."
Andros stepped to the green pillar.
"Alyssa, the power of wind is your's, you fuse with the Black Ram."
Alyssa stepped to the black pillar.
The seals on the pillars split in four parts revealing their Fusion Morphers, each resembling the head of their respective animals.
"Take your Fusion Morphers for the Fusion Crystal inside is the source of your power. Don't let it out of your sight it is our planet's only hope. Zeke, please demonstrate the Fusion Kata."
Zeke nodded and walked to the tank that contained Master Fireseed and turned around and opened his morpher. The others mimicked his movement. Zeke then pressed a button that opened a red portal and through it Red Wolf came. The others did the same and their respective colored portals opened and their respective animals emerged. Zeke performed the Fusion Kata but this time it was much slower than usual.
"Wolf fusion: Red!" Zeke shouted.
The morphing process occurred and in the end Zeke had become the Red Fusion Ranger. Kira was the first to mimic the Fusion Kata.
"Raven fusion: White!" The white crystal from Kira's morpher flew from its harness and landed on the forehead of the metallic bodied, white headed raven floating close by. The raven flew up high and exploded into pieces of white light. White Raven's light covered Kira's chest, back, forearms, a helmet in the shape of the raven's head and lastly, a set of wings that were mounted on her back. A white blizzard swept through her and when it subsided she was covered in a block of ice that suddenly shattered. White spandex covered her body, black boots were on her feet, white gloves on her hands, black belt around her waist, white pistol in its holster, black visor over her eyes and the bottom half of her helmet had formed. The wings disappeared for later summoning.
The other two looked shocked.
"That's incredible!" Alyssa exclaimed.
"Alright. It's my turn," Andros stated. Andros performed the Fusion Kata flawlessly. "Rhino fusion: Green!" The green crystal from Andros' morpher flew out and embedded itself into the Green Rhino's forehead. Green Rhino leapt into the air and split into pieces of green light. The light swirled around him and attached itself to his body serving as armor for Andros' thighs, shins, feet, chest, back, abdominal, hands, forearms, and biceps. A piece of the light also formed a helmet and a green sword with a rhino horn beneath the handle that attached itself tohis back. Then a tsunami of green water swallowed Andros. When the tsunami passed Andros had green spandex covering his body, green gloves, black boots, a black belt with a green pistol, a black visor and the lower half of his helmet had formed.
Alyssa had an eager look in her eyes. She performed the Fusion Kata.
"Ram fusion: Black!" The black crystal flew from her morpher and rested on the forehead of the metallic and black ram. Black Ram leapt into the air and burst into pieces of black light. The light attached itself to her body forming armor for her chest, back, forearms, hands, shins, and feet. The light also formed a helmet in the shape of the ram's head and a telescoping staff with a ram's head on one end and a sharp tip on the other formed from the light and attached to the armor on her back. A black cyclone formed beneath Alyssa and headed skyward. The cyclone dissipated and Alyssa had black spandex covering her body, black gloves, white boots, a white belt that containing a black pistol, a black visor and the lower half of her helmet.
All the rangers were now fully morphed. Zeke noticed a smile form on Tommy's face as he started to walk away.
"Tommy, wait," Master Fireseed started. "There is business we have to discuss."
"Sure thing Fireseed," Tommy responded.
"I'm sure the new rangers are eager to know how to use their arsenal and summon their zords so I want you to show them Zeke."
"Yes, master," Zeke replied and started to head to the training grounds. "Follow me."
Zeke tried to listen as hard as he could but heard nothing. He knew Master Fireseed would wait till he was out of earshot to start talking.
Dammit! What's he hiding?
THE END
