Hey everyone welcome to the next chapter. This one was so fun to write, mainly because of the fight scene. Reading other stories has certainly helped me write action scenes better. So I hope you enjoyed.
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The amount of people who wanted to watch a simple fight was mesmerising. At least in Kilowog's eyes. It was like a stampede, all to get the best seats. The sun blazed down onto Warworld. The perfect conditions for two challengers to go all out. Kilowog looked around for an opening. When it presented itself, he darted down into an ally and contacted his partner.
"Arisia, you in?" He quizzed the female green lantern.
"Yeah I'm in, but there's some bad news." She responded. "They've already preparing the Kryptonian for his fight. Plus the Saiyan is too heavily guarded for me not to get caught. Kilowog gritted his teeth, knowing the situation was bad. The pink alien looked around, just to be safe.
"Don't risk it! If you have to, leave the Saiyan and wait for his friend." It wasn't how he wanted things to play out, but desperate times called for some sacrifices.
"Copy that! Where are you currently?" Kilowog poked his head out of the alley to gain his bearings.
"Just outside the stadium, should be there any moment. Listen, if you get spotted..." Arisia though wasn't interested in having this conversation.
"I won't..."
"Look all I'm asking is for you to wear a mask." Eventually even Arisia had to concede.
"Fine, I'll wear a mask. Though I still won't be needing it." Kilowog smiled as he disconnected the call. The undercover green lantern soon made his way into the stadium. The crowd were on their feet as Mongul appeared from his private balcony. Kilowog noticed that there were more guards than usual. Probably in case the two targets decided to go rogue. The emperor silenced the crowd as he started talking.
"Thank you all for being here today. When I first became your emperor, it terrified me. How could Someone like me run an entire planet? However your support and patience got us through the toughest of times. So to say thanks for all your support, I have a treat lined up. Today we have not one, but two fights for your amusement. Four very capable warriors are ready... So without further ado." Mongul signalled the guards who created a force field. Which separated the arena from its crowd.
"Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, and welcome to the double trouble brawl. Today four contestants will battle it out in two matches, all for your amusement!" A voice announced over the speakers. "And it gets even better! Today will see the rivalry between Saiyan's and Kryptonian's reignited. So shall we begin?" The crowd once again erupted in cheers. "Very well. In this corner, from our scientific friends, the last son of Kyrpton. Superman!" The man of tomorrow appeared to a slew of cheers. Kilowog looked down, inspecting one of the men he had heard so much about. "And in this corner, former leader of the Crusher Corps. Give it up for the Tyrannical... Turles!"
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Superman was left in shock. The man who stood in front of him looked exactly like Goku. Though he knew it couldn't have been. The announcer called him 'Turles'. Who was he though? Many theories certainly came to mind. The most plausible idea was Goku's brother? However the man of steel remembered his friend's story about Raditz. Who said that Goku was his only brother. Though maybe Raditz was also unaware of this doppelgängers existence. The Saiyan entered, taking a long look at Clark.
"You know Kryptonian, I just like to say that this isn't personal." Turles shouted. Superman was certainly surprised by his statement.
"I thought all Saiyans hated Kryptonians?" He replied.
"Not all of us despised your race. Some of us thought that you might have been useful allies, taking down Frieza. It was a shame though our races couldn't get along." Turles and Clark walked towards the other, to the crowds delight.
"Listen we don't have to fight."
"I'm afraid we do. They have a barrier around the stadium, making sure no one leaves. That means the only way there letting us out, is if we fight." The man of steel used his super vision to look for any gapes. Only to realise the truth of what Turles said, there was no way out. Even though it was barbaric, Clark knew he had to fight. The two got into their fighting stances, ready for what was about to happen. Silence started to creep in as the countdown commences. Ten... Nine... Eight... Clark wiped a few drops of sweat, off his forehead. Seven... Six... Five... Turles gulped, knowing this could be his last fight. Four... Three... Both sets of eyes locked onto the other. Two... One.
A huge horn blew, signalling the start. Turles was the first to make a move, high kicking his opponent. Clark barely had enough time to dodge, quickly jumping out of the way. However it wasn't too long before Turles landed a right hook. Smashing Superman into the ground. Clark felt the full force of that punch, causing him to yell in pain. Turles meanwhile was laughing at his opponents misfortune.
"You've been without sunlight for a long time Kryptonian, that gives me the advantage." Turles mocked the man of tomorrow, before trying to crush him. Though Clark saw it coming and rolled over, dodging the attack. The hero then used his super breath to send his enemy flying across the stadium. Causing the crowd to erupt with cheers.
"Maybe I have been away from a yellow sun for a while. But I still got what it takes to win." Superman argued flying towards Turles. Who jumped over Superman, causing him to smash into the arena's barrier. The low class Saiyan then created one of his Ki blasts, landing a direct hit. Turles knew that the yellow sun would rejuvenate his competitor's powers. So he had to finish him off quickly. Turles charged in once again, sending a right hook towards Clark's way.
That's when the Kryptonian suddenly realised Turles stratagy. While he was well trained he only ever used two or three punches. All he had to do was see which one Turles would use, and counter it. Either the right hook, high kick or Ki blast. Superman waited for his opponent to launch a Ki blast. Turles did just a he had expected. This made superman fly to the side just as he fired it. For a brief moment Turles was compromised, so Clark aimed his heat vision at the Saiyan's shoulder. The former leader of Crusher Corps yelled in pain, kneeling down.
"Please for your own sake, surrender." The son of Jor El pleaded. Turles though stood up, albeit struggling.
"I've been called a lot of things in the past, low class, thief, scum... Above all else though, I'm a survivor. I know what will happen if I fail to defeat you. And if there is a god, I pray to him that doesn't happen." Turles once again charged in with a high kick. However faster than even Turles could see, Superman grabbed his leg and threw him across the arena. Tiredness and pain started to overtake the Saiyan's body. Turles though tried one last attack. He charged at his enemy a little slower than before, making it look like a right hook attack. However when he was almost there, Turles sped up and created a ball of Ki. The attack plummeted against Superman's face. Causing him to soar backwards. A huge cloud of dust formed, causing an awkward silence in the crowd. The former Crusher Corps leader gave it everything he had. However when the dust cleared, Turles was shocked to see it hadn't been enough. Clark emerged from the rubble, without any serious damage. Turles laughed as he collapsed to the ground.
"I have to say Kryptonian, that was one hell of a fight." He remarked, before falling unconscious. The crowd roared as Superman was declared the winner. Though Clark didn't care, he never even wanted to play their stupid game. All he really cared about was getting home. However just as he started walking away, Superman soon realised that his ordeal wasn't over. He noticed that the crowd were all looking towards Mongul. The emperor suddenly stood up, his yellow skin blending in with Warworld's sun. Mongul had made some sort of decision as he put his thumb down. The crowd erupted in cheer. While Clark didn't know what thumbs down meant, he had a very good idea.
"No!" Clark firmly shouted, silencing the crowd for a couple of seconds. Before a series of boos were the only thing that could be heard.
"Kill him!" A couple of the people yelled out in response. Clark looked around horrified, he did everything right. He stood strong and only got into conflict as a last resort. Hell, he even refused to cross the line. So why was the crowd so against him. Before a riot started however, Mongul raised his hand, silencing the crowd.
"Now we all know the rules ladies and gentlemen. A contestant doesn't have to go with my advice. Though this is the first time it's happened. Anyhow, we can at least all agree that was an incredible battle." Mongul sated, trying to improve the crowds mood, with little success. As the last son of Krypton walked off, boos began to ring out again. Clark left with a tear in his eye. It was one thing to lose against someone like Vegeta or Frieza. However it was another to lose support of the people he tried protecting so hard.
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Goku stepped onto the battlefield, unaware of previous events. To him, this was just an ordinary battle. There was a very small gust, but other than that, the weather remained perfect. The crowd gave a huge roar as Goku's name was announced.
"In this corner, from planet Vegeta. A low class Saiyan warrior who protects his adopted planet. Son Goku!" Goku smiled and waved to the crowd. This stadium here was certainly bigger than the world martial arts one. "And in this corner, you all know and love him. A killer robot created from the top scientists of Krypton. The Eradicator!" The android stepped out, onto the stage. While the crowd gave a standing ovation, Eradicator only cared about Goku. His eyes fixated on the low class warrior.
"Hey Eradicator! Let's give it our all!" Goku said to his opponent. The Kryptonian android didn't care what his competitor said however. In his eyes, Goku was just another objective. The silence certainly surprised Goku. "Not much of a talker are you?" Again, Eradicator remained silent as a mouse. They were interrupted however by Warworld's announcer.
"Competitors ready!" He announced. This made both warriors take up their fighting stances. Goku was the first, taking up his usual position. Though soon as he got positioned, Eradicator copied his exact form. The former world martial arts champion was stunned. In that brief moment he let his guard down. This gave the android an opportunity to strike. Slamming his fist into Goku's gut. Causing him to fly backwards. The Saiyan stared at his opponent, knowing the fight would be intense.
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Clark walked down the hall, with two guards in front and behind. The Kryptonian had not said a word since his fight with Turles. Who had been taken away the other side. The situation looked dire. Goku was oblivious to what was happening, and everyone else was against him. He had never felt so alone before. Even in his darkest moments, Ma and Pa Kent always were the light he needed. Now one was halfway across the galaxy. And the other was gone forever.
The guards eventually stopped when they arrived at his cell. However before the first guard could unlock his door, a green fist knocked him out. The other guard turned and tried to fire. However another green fist knocked him out. Superman got into a fighting stance, ready for anything to happen. Though he didn't expect a woman wearing an interesting tight green costume to appear before him.
"Who are you?" The man of steel demanded to know. Causing the woman to put her hands up in defence.
"My name is Arisia. And my goal is to hopefully get you out of here!"
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So another chapter ends. If your wondering the thumbs up and down is a reference to Ancient Rome where the emperor would decide the fate of the losing gladiator. I hope you enjoyed and ill see you next time.
Reviews:
Victor0606: Thanks
Dark Flacon: to quote quicksilver. "You didn't see that coming?"
X3runner:
1: wow sometimes I think I don't go into enough detail. So it's great to hear you like it so much.
2: that is a good question and one I can't answer I'm afraid.
Jadastroke80: again yes, but not the team you all know of.
Avatarhiccup: The thing is I can forgive that because he was raised on his own in the woods without a formal education. So he's obviously not gonna be the sharpest knife in the shed. But hey that's just my thoughts.
Kara47: Yeah while some parts of super I enjoy. Every step they take with Goku's character, they take two steps backwards.
Sailordragonball87:
1: probably 3 more chapters 4 tops
2: all spoiler terroritory.
3: no static. I have so many characters planed that I just can't accommodate them all.
Jalen Johnson: Umm this ones complicated. What I will say is that powergirl will get a cameo. But nothing more.
Guest:
1: did I surprise you again?
2: the new one is alright. The combat is a lot better but the story isn't nearly as good.
3:let's hope.
Corondomontes: thanks
Wandering Scion: Mongul doesn't use Ki so Goku can't sense him.
Bigwavesxs: after his fight with Frieza. Sinestro took Abin Sur away. Because he wasn't dead, only badly wounded. And so he bled out after the wish was made.