(Sorry for the late update guys. Been busy with different things. Watched Batman vs Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles and saw Shredder defeat Batman (though the brothers didn't beat, or really even touch a hurt Batman which they did in the comic the film was based on, though I get why…sort of). Batman fans have been mad about that. I also read two books which I recommend, A Vow to Fury (by Erin Wedemeyer) and Doglands (by Tim Willocks). Writing for the site when I can while working on the plans to my hopefully eventual book. Sorry if my updates are long and in-between, trying to work on that. Hope you all enjoy the update.)

Ultimatrix bearer: Sorry, I just figure in terms of combat skill Tiger has the upper hand, but I hear you. I am trying to do him justice, but I fear I've failed at that. Thanks. It's fine (I heard about that, sorry to hear it made you mad).

Death Fury: Thanks. Not very subtle I guess. Sorry, I had difficulty picking a name for this second part. Hope you like it.

Noble Six: Thanks, hope you like it.

Chapter 1: Opposing Forces

(Unknown location)

A few individuals stood around in silence. They stood against broken pillars in a vacant castle. The walls were built by old stones that stood the test of time for near a thousand years. One was a short and scrawny figure, another was somewhat taller with a lean build, two feminine figures with capes, another without one and short hair, and a few others.

"Why are we meeting in this crummy castle? I got things to do," one figure said.

"You know why: the boss wanted to meet us where no one could find us," another retorted.

"I know! I know! I'm just bored!" The first individual screeched.

"And what you be doing instead?" Another scoffed.

"I…uh…That's none of your business!" The first stammered then hissed.

"There's a surprise," the second scoffed.

The first figure grumbled and balled his fists, but didn't make any move against the other.

"Will you two quit squabbling? We've more important things to do then listen to your fragile egos," one of the women with the capes hissed.

"Fragile ego?" The second figure from the original argument scoffed.

Another of the individuals, a large and incredibly obese yet somehow muscular figure laughed with his booming voice. Another snickered beside them.

"Oh please, as if there's anything you two can find pride in," the second figure mocked.

This then led to arguing amongst the group and the room filled with the squabbling of their arguing and angry voices.

"Enough!" A new voice said.

The group turned to see a new individual enter the room. He was just a couple of inches over six feet tall with a muscular build, cape, and a helmet. His voice had silenced the room and had everyone there looking at him.

"Sir, we didn't expect for several more –" The second individual started to say.

"You would have heard me coming if you all hadn't been arguing like children," the new individual admonished.

"Yes sir," the second whimpered.

The figure continued walking a few more feet until the others were gathered in front of him.

"Why have you called us, sir?" One asked.

"My agents in the states have been working on their assignments and have reported back with news that he is gaining more support in his goal," the leader answered.

"That bastard is getting too close," one individual said.

"If only I could my hands on that creep," another hissed.

"Get in line," another grunted.

"He and his allies have been working at this for years. And I believe they are closer to their hoped individual goals as well. Thus bringing them closer to what they all seek," the leader added.

The others mumbled under their breaths, looking at one another with anger and uncertainty.

"We have to move up our timetable. We need more of our brothers and sisters to join us," the leader stated.

"Sir…but…how? We can barley walk in the street let alone going door to door for recruits," one individual said.

The leader turned to look at them, his eyes narrowed. The individual he looked at nervously looked away.

"Not an entirely invalid point. But I have been searching for possible recruits to join us. It will take time, but I'm confident someone will turn up. Then, perhaps we shall find more to aid us in our achieving our goal," the leader said.

"We shall start the search, sir! Just tell us where to go!" One of the individuals said.

The leader's eyes narrowed on him then turned back to the others.

"Once I've got more clear data on ideal recruits' locations I will send you out. For now, keep up the search for the foes that aren't public," the leader said.

Most of the group nodded then left. The two women with the capes walked forward to talk with the leader.

"Did you see him?" One of the women asked.

"Yes, but the same answer as always," the leader answered.

The two women looked at one another with uncertainty.

"Not unexpected, just disappointing," the leader sighed.

"Perhaps he will come around?" The other woman said.

"I once considered that it was possible, but I'm not so certain anymore," the leader replied.

The women looked at him with concern.

"Regardless, we shall continue as planned. Whether he joins us or not, our plans will not be put on hold," the leader said.

The women nodded.

(Unknown location)

A few men are gathered around a table. Some pressed their suits or uniforms before their meeting began. The door to the meeting room opened. A man entered and straightened his tie as he approached the others. A smug smile spread across his clean shaven face.

"Gentlemen, I'm glad we could meet today. I imagine we all have our own reports to tell one another," the man said.

"Mr…Raygond Dreec…I suppose we do," one of the sitting men said.

Raygond smirked.

"Well except for you…sort of. We've been seeing how the news shows what your actions have resulted in," one of the men said.

"The people love me. The real people anyways," Raygond said.

"Lead them in the right direction, we cannot let the enemy gain a stronger foothold," one of the men said.

"Son enough, whatever foothold they'll have won't be enough to do anything for them. Those freaks will find themselves up against the best fighting force this world's ever seen," Raygond chuckled.

"Be that as it may, our sources tell us that our resources will need to be replenished…they're not endless," another man added.

"Have faith, we walk the righteous path and the Lord will see us through," one man proclaimed.

Some of the men rolled their eyes in annoyance, but didn't say anything.

"Regardless we are on the right side of history and will make it once those freaks are dealt with," another finally said.

"I couldn't agree more. Soon enough, once I have what I seek and grasp it, we shall be in an even better position to enact our plans," Raygond said.

"My men are ready whenever, but you shall soon have even more of an army to instigate God's plans," one man said.

"Our time will come and so will theirs," Raygond proclaimed.

To be continued…

(Again sorry for the late update everyone.