"Whoa...the digital age." Sachiko said looking at some VR ware and some cyber ports.
"Yeah...virtual worlds and VRMMORPG's are a big part of the future." Jet said.
"We know a lot of guys who come from those types of games. Kirito and Asuna, Kite, Blackrose, Haseo…. To them the games they played were as much a threat to them as the stuff we've been through in real life." Hope said.
"Yeah, that takes us back to the two Rift Crisis that took place." Zero said.
"There have been plenty of VRMMO's for many different systems. Alfheim Online, Gun Gale Online, YGGDRASIL, even the World." Jet said.
"But what about Sw-" Hope started.
"Yeah...cause of the...tragedy surrounding that one, that game will never be displayed or said in public." Jet said.
"And with good reason. That one is a very deep subject of controversy." Cheetah said.
"Yeah, it's not something to be spoken lightly of." X said.
"Well, there was also the time we went to David's neck of the woods, following Sachiko into that Virtual World with Digimon inside it." Hope said. "That was the cause of the Digitization incident, where we reunited with you guys." he said to the Royal Knights.
"Hope, I think it's best we dont recap those events in front of Sachiko. You remember what she went through, don't you?" Sakura asked.
"Right… Sorry, Sachiko." Hope apologized.
"No, no. It's okay, it's okay. I don't mind it at all." Sachiko said.
"Okay. I just thought that, the whole experience you had with the Eaters wasn't something you wanted to talk about." Hope said.
"Yeah… But we managed to get my body back in the end, and defeat Akemi Suedou before he could make himself into a god. So, I'd say it was one of our best capers so far." Sachiko said. "Besides, like you said, it was because of that incident that we got the Royal Knights back."
"Well, most of us, anyway." Magnamon said.
"Yeah, but your UlforceVeedramon is with Rina right now, so he's in good hands." UlforceVeedramon said.
"Yep, we had our work cut out for us trying to resolve that incident while keeping all of them alive." Sectonia said.
"Geez...it sounds like we missed out on something big." Jexi said.
"That's because you kind of did." Alphamon said.
"We had to keep them alive for your team's sake, Jexi. I know they were your allies back when the Demon Lords were crawling around." David said.
"Well it's very much appreciated." Jexi said.
Ainz was in his own thoughts as they proceeded through the chamber. "(It's funny… being in this room brings back memories of YGGDRASIL, before I was transported to that world. In a way, what I've been through is the complete opposite of what the others are describing.)"
"Hey, Naofumi. You've mentioned a few times that you can see your own stats. So, from your perspective, I'd bet some of the stuff you're tied to is kinda like a video game, right?" Flamberge asked.
"It's magic...not a game. Don't go acting like that Sword Hero." Naofumi said.
"You really know when to say the wrong things sometimes, Berge." Zan said.
"In a way I kinda agree with Naofumi, the world we met him in was very much real, but those three stooges saw otherwise." Ajna said.
"Okay, sorry, sorry. Forget I asked." Flamberge said.
"Hmm...maybe we should get out of here before one of us says something we might regret." Theo said.
"Good idea. It's best we don't dwindle on any subjects that involve stuff like this in a bad way." Hope said.
"You're the biggest offender of that, you know." Seiya said.
"What? Since when?" Hope asked.
"You're kidding right? Whenever you hype over certain aspects, it leads to offensive territories, not intentionally but...it does go that way." Titanica said.
"Oh, right. I have been getting better about it though, haven't I?" Hope asked.
"Guys, guys, let's not gang up on him." Alphamon said. "Although, this place in a way does remind me of when we returned to the Digital World, before returning for Terry's special King of Fighters tournament."
"Oh yeah, I remember that." David said. "That style of fighting was just so amazing. I think those tournaments truly defined team battles in a sense."
"Indeed they do." Ash said, twirling a strand of hair. "Makes you curious if there will be another tournament. If there is, I will look forward to competing in it."
"You sure? I mean… As far as everyone knew, your existence was wiped, so your reappearance could raise a few eyebrows." Leopardmon said.
"I suppose so." Ash said. "Betty most of all."
"Betty?" Agito asked.
"Her real name is Elisabeth Blanctorche." Leonora said. "Her team won the 11th and 13th tournaments."
"Yes, she and I spent most of our childhood together, she was like a sister to me. If it weren't for them being able to stop me when my ancestor's essence controlled me, the timeline would've been changed. At least I had the chance to apologize to her before I disappeared." Ash said with a sad smile. "And I owe Mastemon a great debt for bringing me back, so I could make things right with Betty and the others, though it may not be easy."
"In that case, you're going to need a team. Don't rush your decision. Just people that you feel you can trust." UlforceVeedramon said.
"I will. Thank you Monsieur Veevee." Ash said. "It will take a long time, but like you said, no rush." he grinned. "And travelling with all of you, has given me the chance to think about my past actions, along with getting to know one of many beautiful mademoiselles here." he added, gazing at Rarity.
"Not interested." Rarity said.
"Oh well." Ash said.