Disclaimer: I do not own the characters of either Dragon Ball Super or Kong: Skull Island nor the song in this chapter, only how the story goes. Dragon Ball Super belongs to Akira Toriyama and Kong: Skull Island belongs to Legendary Studios. I apologize for any errors in grammar and/or if I was not accurate in reference to something.

A/N: Here comes the final battle, not to mention the ending of this story soon afterwards.

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Chapter Eighteen: Historical Battle

(Cue Heart of Kong track from Kong: Skull Island)

The ground underneath the four's feet continued to shake as the silhouette came closer. They became really frightened when they found themselves staring into the face of Kong. Their breath became shaky as they prepared themselves for what could come. Soon, Kong emerged fully from the mist in the night and stared at the four. The giant Ape's face was but a few feet from the cliff as he continued to stare at the humans and off worlders. Lemo then nervously asked, "Uh, what should we do?"

"Well, we know that running is out of the question." Cheelai sarcastically whispered to not agitate the Titan. Conrad then said, "Let's just stay calm."

"Okay." Weaver said as all four gripped each other's hands. Kong glared while sniffing the four. He mostly found the creature he fought scent on the two smaller beings, but could tell that he wasn't with them at the moment. Kong turned his attention to Weaver who took a deep breath and let go of Conrad's hand. He, Lemo and Cheelai all stood still as Weaver walked up to Kong while the giant Ape looked to her.

Weaver held up her hand and extended it to Kong. Kong gave a growl as if to warn her, but she kept going until her palm touched the spot between Kong's nostrils. All four of them became surprised to see Kong's face fall from a glare, making him seem like he was a frightened child, wanting to be loved and comforted. Kong could feel a caring feeling in Weaver. And not just her, but from the other three as well.

Weaver chuckled when another blast of air came from the Titan. Conrad, Cheelai and Lemo all smiled at the scene before them. Cheelai then said, "Man, Kong's not so bad once you get to know him."

Weaver removed her hand and calmly stepped back. Kong watched her go before stepping back into the fog as well. Lemo then quietly said, "Well, that was kind of intense."

(End of track)

"Yeah, but we're still in one piece." Weaver said. Suddenly a boom came from the side. Kong, Weaver, Conrad, Lemo and Cheelai all looked in that direction and saw reddish orange lights glowing in the distance. The four covered their ears when Kong gave an angry roar. The giant Ape Titan disappeared into the fog to where the explosions occurred. Lemo asked, "I don't think I'm the only one who knows what that was."

"It's Packard." Cheelai said, knowing that he was trying to get his revenge. Conrad looked to his friends and said, "We have to go. Now."

"Let's go." Weaver said as they all started to run back down the hill. They quickly made their way back to the others.

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(Cue Man vs. Beast track from Kong: Skull Island)

Explosions continued across a small pond while Packard, holding a burning torch watched from the other side. The rest of his troops stood at the ready with their guns raised. The sound of falling trees meant that Kong was coming. Packard raised the torch when another explosion went off to reveal Kong coming. The Colonel glared as he waited for Kong to come closer.

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Broly was flying along the river long after the sun had set but hadn't seen any sign of his friends. He flew a little higher and that's when he saw an orange glow coming from the West. Figuring that something was going down, Broly quickly made his way to it.

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Back with the four that stayed behind, 17, Marlow, Brooks and San all heard the sound of roaring. They all readied themselves and Brooks was pointing his gun in one direction when voices called out, "Don't shoot! Don't shoot!"

Brooks gasped when he realized it was them. 17 walked up to them and asked, "Did you find the river?"

"Yeah, which way are we going?" Brooks asked. Conrad then pointed in a certain direction and said, "You three need to go back to the boat. It's over that way. Wait for us until dawn."

"Okay." Brooks nodded. San then asked, "But what about you?"

"We're going to save Kong." Cheelai said while taking the gun from San. Conrad then said, "If we're not back by then, leave without us."

"What about the Legendary Skullcrawler?" Brooks asked. 17 then said, "Broly will help Kong fight it off. But in the chance that they should fail, then when you get picked up call an airstrike against it."

"It's too dangerous to leave alive, whether it has a mission or not." Lemo said. Marlow then said, "Well, you're not going to go and save Kong without me."

"Then let's go." 17 said while Marlow sheathed his blade. Brooks and San headed in the direction that Conrad told them while the rest quickly made their way to the battle.

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Jack Chapman quickly made his way to the danger where he saw the orange glow. The soldier had many thoughts racing as he ran through the jungle. He just hoped that he wasn't too late to stop the Colonel from making a huge mistake.

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Geras was not too far behind the soldier. He knew that the monster would be arriving soon. He would follow his new master's orders to the letter. The observer would not allow a few mortals stand in his way.

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The soldiers prepared themselves for the upcoming fight and waited with their weapons raised. Slivko and the others were really nervous as Kong stomped through the trees toward them. When he exited the tree line and took a few steps into the pond, Kong stood with the full moon behind him. The two sides just stood there looking at each other, waiting to see if the other would make a move. The soldiers stood at the ready while Packard continued to glare. Kong started pounding his chest to intimidate them before letting loose another roar. Kong then charged through the pond towards the soldiers. Everyone but Packard became nervous as Kong splashed towards them. When Kong was but a few feet from them, Packard, with a grin on his face, threw the burning torch into the pond and set the napalm ablaze. Kong ran into a wall of fire and roared in pain when the flames burned him. The soldiers had shielded their eyes when the flames erupted, but looked to Kong as the Ape Titan thrashed about.

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From where he was flying, Broly could see the orange glow intensely bright. Then the roars of pain made Broly gasp that Kong was in trouble. Igniting his aura around himself, Broly began flying much faster to save Kong and the others. He didn't know how, but Broly could feel as if time was running out and the monster was coming.

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The six were running towards where Conrad, Lemo, Weaver and Cheelai had seen the explosions when they heard Kong start to roar in pain. Lemo then commented, "Something tells me that the attack has started."

"Then let's get the lead out of our pants!" 17 said and they started running again. Weaver then asked, "So, just in asking again, what happens if Kong were do die, via it be by Packard or the Skullcrawler?"

"The world would be overrun with the normal ones." Cheelai said as they ran through the forest. Then she said, "The Dr. Brooks from our time say that Skull Island and many other places are connected via tunnels under Thirteen's Earth's surface."

"The normal Skullcrawlers would have no opposition and would be able to freely get off the island." 17 added. With a shake of his head, "Within days, if not weeks, a chain of chaotic events would unfold."

"My guess is that Kong's kind has been keeping the Skullcrawlers at the vents because it's system of its own and not connected the Hollow Earth." Lemo guessed. Marlow then said, "Look, this is all fascinating and all, but we need to cut the chatter."

"True." The other five said as he made a very valid point.

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Kong tried to fight off the flames, but even he couldn't do that. He continued to roar in pain as he thrashed about in the flaming waters. His fur burned the longer he was in the pond. Slivko became very distraught by what he was watching. Even the others couldn't think of what they were witnessing. The only one who wasn't showing any other emotion besides anger as Packard as he continued to watch the tormented Kong with a smirk. He clenched his fists as he continued to smirk, thinking that he was winning.

Suddenly, a roaring Kong appeared in the flames. The other soldiers backed away to avoid the Ape Titan's wrath. With a swing of his arm, Kong sent some of the burning water onto one of the soldiers who started screaming in pain. The man tried to put the flames out, but ran off screaming. Steve looked from the burning man to Kong and said, "Oh, dear."

Kong was looking to step on the Landsat scientist, but a shape quickly moved towards Steve and tackled him out of the way. Both men hit the ground and out of the way when Kong's foot came down. Everyone looked to see that it was Chapman that had saved Steve. Everyone was surprised to see that their friend was still alive, and here. Slivko looked to him and asked, "Jack?"

But before the soldier could answer his friend, a groaning Kong made them all look up. The Ape Titan stumbled before falling onto his face. Packard was standing right beside Kong's face as Kong let out another groan of pain and exhaustion.

(End of track)

The six continued to run through the woods, all six of them fearing that they wouldn't make it. 17 then jumped into the air and flew ahead to try and stop Packard. The others didn't say a word as they kept on running.

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Broly could tell that he was getting really close by feeling all the energies converging on Kong's energy. Closing his eyes, Broly tapped into his hidden power and his aura turned green and he began to go much faster. The Saiyan hoped that he wasn't too late.

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Geras arrived on the scene and could see that Kong was lying unconscious by the soldiers. He could also see that Chapman was among them.

While Packard was staring at the face of Kong, Chapman was getting looks by his fellow soldiers. But before any of them could ask questions, Packard shouted, "Men!

"Place your charges." Packard ordered. Chapman ran forward and said, "But sir, wait!"

Packard turned to see his man alive and smiled, but became confused. Looking to Chapman he asked, "How are you still alive, Chapman? Conrad found your dog tags at the Boneyard."

"I'm alive because of a guy named Geras." Jack told him. Packard's eyes widened to this, but decided that the observer could wait. Pointing a finger at him, Packard then said, "You'll tell me everything, right after we deal with this monster."

"Sir, you can't." Chapman objected. The Colonel stopped what he was doing and looked at his soldier. Then Packard questioned, "What do you mean, I can't? Don't you want to get even with this thing?"

"Killing the ape won't bring our brothers in arms back." Chapman said, hoping to change his commander's mind. Then he pointed out, "Look, we're on his turf. We were fighting first and he just fought back."

Looking to the others he said, "You all know I'm right."

Slivko, Cole, Mills, Reles and some of the others did look down as they thought this over. Packard then said, "Packard, tonight we are gonna show Kong that man, is king!"

Packard then took out a detonator and ordered, "Men! The charges! Now!"

"Sir!" Chapman tried to reason. But Packard wouldn't listen as he grabbed the bag of charges himself. But before he could do anything with them, a flying 17 came in and kicked bag out of his hands. The others ran out of the jungle and Conrad shouted, "Packard!'

But before much could be said, they could all see Chapman standing there. Weaver asked, "Chapman?!"

"Hi." Chapman said with a wave of his hand. Packard was able to use the small distraction to quickly run for the bag of explosives. 17 tried to stop him, but Packard placed the explosives between him and the Android while holding the detonator behind him and his thumb on the button. He then ordered, "Keep 'em off me."

Slivko and the other soldiers complied by pointing their guns at Conrad, Lemo, Cheelai, Weaver and 17. But Chapman, Conrad and Cheelai pointed their weapons right back at them. Marlow had snuck up behind Reles and unsheathed his blade before holding it to the soldier's back. Then he pointed a pistol at Slivko and reminded, "I did ask you fellas nicely the first time around."

(Cue Omen of Battle from DBS Broly)

"We don't wanna fight here, Packard." Conrad said to reason with the colonel. Packard then pointed at the unconscious Kong while saying, "This thing brought us all down! It killed my men!"

"Kong was just defending his territory." 17 defended. A voice said from behind, "One will do anything to protect the things they care for."

They all looked to see a figure emerging from the tree line. Everyone's eyes widened when they saw Broly step into the light from the fire, in his new attire. Smiles appeared on Lemo and Cheelai's faces, "Broly!"

"We are soldiers!" Packard shouted, causing Broly to stop moving. Everyone turned their attention back to the colonel and then he said, "We do the dirty work, so our families and our countrymen don't have to be afraid!"

"You kill Kong," Broly said as he moved between the soldiers and Kong, "and everyone will be more afraid then they ever have."

"That a threat?!" Packard questioned with a glare. Then looking to the unconscious Ape Titan he said, "They shouldn't even know that a thing like this even exists!"

"You've lost your mind." Conrad said, shaking his head. Packard glared at them all. Conrad then told him, "Put the detonator and charges down."

"Do the right thing here, Colonel." Lemo told him. But Packard didn't seem to heed what they were saying. But the soldiers seemed to be conflicted about the whole ordeal. Packard then walked up to them while Conrad, Broly and Weaver stood in his way. The Colonel raised the detonator and primed it to charge.

"That may be enough to do away with most of us…" Cheelai said while keeping her weapon on Cole, "But Broly and Kong have survived worst."

"Cheelai, you're not helping." Weaver told her. Packard then got ready to push the button when Weaver shouted, "Stop it!"

They all glanced to her as she said, "The world is bigger than this."

"Girl, please!" Packard shouted, not wanting to believe a word she said. 17 then said, "Packard, you do this and you kill everyone now and in the future too."

"You want to bet?" Packard questioned. Then looking to his men he ordered, "Slivko, get her out of there!"

The soldier, however; seemed to be still conflicted. Marlow tried to help him by saying, "You know that it's the wrong thing to do, son."

"Make the right choice, Slivko." Chapman said. A still conflicted Slivko was still thinking his options over. Both sides waited to see what would happen. It seemed like an eternity until Slivko made his choice. With a sigh, he turned his weapon, on Colonel Packard, "Put it down, sir."

(End of track)

Most of the group smiled to see that Slivko could see reason. But the Colonel didn't as he went for his pistol. But Conrad stopped him, "Packard!"

The other soldiers started to lower their weapons as did the group protecting Kong. But seeing that Packard was still wanting to fight, Conrad tried to talk him out of it, "Come on."

"It's over." Broly added. Then he said, "Let's just go."

(Cue Creature from the Deep track from Kong: Skull Island)

Suddenly the sound of bubbling water came to their ears. Everyone turned to the flaming pond just as an explosion of water came from the middle. Broly felt a power coming up and said, "Something's coming."

"Is it-" Weaver asked. But Broly shook his head, "No. It's not the monster that we know."

"Uh-oh. That's not good." Marlow said, fear in his voice. Another explosion happened as something leapt out of the water. They all looked up to see something crash down into the water. A large Skullcrawler, nearly as big as the Legendary Skullcrawler, landed in the water. This Skullcrawler was much bigger than the one that they fought at the Boneyard, plus, it had protrusions on its elbows and red skin on the back of its neck. Marlow's eyes were wide when he said, "That's the big one."

The monster snarled as it came towards them. Conrad said, "Everyone, fall back, now."

"Go." Broly said as he walked to the water's edge. Glancing back, he said, "Someone's gotta protect Kong."

Everyone started to run back into the jungle while Broly prepared himself to fight. The Big Skullcrawler let out a screech into the night. He felt that Packard and Conrad hadn't left yet. Looking to them he said, "Go, now."

"Colonel." Conrad said to Packard. But Packard was frozen in fear of what he was seeing. The Big Skullcrawler gave another screech when it saw the downed Kong, Broly, Conrad and Packard. Broly gently nudged Conrad away before taking off to fight the beast. Packard stayed behind and watched the scene unfold.

Broly let out a holler as he flew right at the Big Skullcrawler and the lizard Titan made a leap at him. But a punch from Broly sent the monster tumbling back into the water. The Big Skullcrawler hissed as it stood back up and growled at Broly.

Conrad started to run after the others. A groan from Kong caused Packard to look at the Ape Titan. The Titan looked at Packard as the Colonel primed the detonator and Kong glared at the man. Conrad was glaring back as he prepared to do it and said, "Die, you-"

But Kong pounding his fist down on Packard put an end to that. The charges were sent flying and landed just a few feet away.

The group continued to run until most of the group stopped. Weaver raised her camera to try and get a few shots in. Kong weakly turned to find Broly hovering over the burning waters and saw the Big Skullcrawler from his past on the ground. Kong glared and tried to get back up on his feet. Broly once again shot towards the Big Skullcrawler with a fist reared back, but the beast was ready for him that time. Ducking under the fist when it was thrown, the Skullcrawler wrapped its prehensile tail around the Saiyan before flinging him away. Broly yelled as he was sent crashing through the trees. The Big Skullcrawler screeched at Kong and got ready to attack. When he was on his feet, Kong tried to attack, but a leap from the Big Skullcrawler sent Kong onto his back. Kong tried to push his enemy off of him, but the Big Skullcrawler was able to push both of his arms down before slamming the Ape Titan's head to the ground, knocking him unconscious again.

(End of track)

Weaver and Cheelai both yelped when they were pulled along by Conrad and Lemo respectively and Conrad said, "Kong and Broly are down. Let's go."

They started running through the jungle again just as dawn approached. The Skullcrawler quickly gave chase after them through the jungle.

Not far off, Geras also started to move off as the time was nigh.

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Back at the boat, Brooks and San were waiting by the boat when the former noticed that the sun was starting to rise over the eastern mountains. San saw it too and said, "They told us to leave at dawn."

"I know." Brooks said as he looked for any sign of them. San then said, "Even though it's dawn. What do you want to do?"

Brooks looked to her as he was conflicted on what he wanted to do. On the one hand, he wanted to get off the island. But on the other, he didn't want to leave those he considered friends behind. Brooks found his resolve and made his decision.

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Broly groggily picked himself back onto his feet. A groan from behind caused Broly to look back. His eyes widened when he saw Kong lying on his back. Broly took to the air before landing next to the Ape Titan's head. Placing a hand on the side of Kong's face, Broly said, "Kong. You need to get up."

But Kong looked to be out of it and Broly said, "Your island needs you. Its people needs you. Think about your parents. They wouldn't want you to give up so easily."

Kong started to twitch at the mention of his parents. Broly then laughed as he added, "I know my Dad wouldn't. Especially now."

Kong groaned as he opened his eyes. Broly then closed his eyes before opening them again and saying, "I'll go on ahead, you catch up."

Kong glanced down at the Saiyan while Broly levitated up into the air. Then igniting his aura, Broly shot off down the destroyed jungle after his friends and the Big Skullcrawler.

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(Cue Battle for Skull Island track from Kong: Skull Island)

The soldiers, tracker, scientist and time travelers all ran through the jungle as fast as their feet could carry them. They could hear the sounds of roaring behind them as the Skullcrawler was still chasing after them. They soon came up to the river and looked about. There were rock formations all around them and a few ruined ships lay broken in the river. Conrad then guessed, "This is the edge of the island."

"So, we're not too far from the refueling site?" Cheelai asked. Slivko nodded to confirm. But Mills said, "But the relief team will never make it in time before that thing gets us."

"Then we buy us some time." Conrad said. Looking to the photographer and he pointed when he said, "Weaver, go up on those rocks over and then fire a flare. With any luck, it'll get the boat's attention to where to find us."

"Hey, what's that over there?" 17 asked as he was looking in a direction. They all looked to see something wondering about on one of the ships. Chapman squinted as he looked to where the Android was pointing. His eyes widened and he said, "It's Geras."

"Who?" The other soldiers asked. Chapman shook his head and said, "He said that he was an observer, to make sure that the timeline or whatever wasn't tampered with. He did tell me that his masters were sending some monster to destroy the giant Ape."

"The Legendary Skullcrawler?" Cheelai asked before looking to Lemo and the others who already knew about it. Marlow then asked, "So, he and it's basically in league with the guys who are trying to upset the fabric of history?"

"So it would seem." Weaver asked. 17 then said, "I'll take care of this Geras guy."

"What makes you think that you can take him on?" Cheelai asked. 17 didn't look to them when he said, "I'm not sure. But all I know is that he helped that thing come here to the past. And we don't want him getting in the way now, right?"

"He makes a valid point." Cole nodded. Lemo then said, "This is fascinating and all, but we still have a problem behind us too, remember?"

"Oh, right." They all said. Weaver then said, "Cheelai, let's go."

"Okay." The two girls said before running off. The others heard the sound of rustling behind them and took off as well. Conrad looked to Marlow and Lemo and said, "We need to buy the girls some time."

The Big Skullcrawler snarled when it came crashing through the trees and came to a stop at the river. A screech from it sent most of the group running faster.

From his spot on the boat, Geras observed the rampaging Skullcrawler as it sniffed around for the group. The observer suddenly felt the air shift as he knew that the moment from the future was happening right now. It wouldn't be long until the monster his new master sent would arrive.

Running around a rock, Conrad and the others stopped. 17 looked over to the boats were Geras was before saying to the others, "I'll be taking my leave now."

"Go, and be careful." Conrad told him. 17 smirked and said, "Right back at you."

"I'm going with you." Chapman said. The Android looked to him and said, "Don't slow me down."

"I won't, man." Jack shook his head. Then he added, "Plus, I owe him a good butt kicking for what he's done."

"Then you'll need these." Mills said and handed Jack his pack. Chapman nodded and said, "Thanks, man."

"Come on, come on." Conrad reminded to get them all back on track, "Every second counts here, people."

17 grabbed hold of Chapman and took the soldier over the waters. Conrad, Lemo, Marlow and the other soldiers took off again. But as he started to follow behind, Cole started to think to himself. He stopped and looked between the three groups as they went about their missions. Though he barely understood it, the soldier knew that something big was about to go down. Deciding to help out in the only way he knew how, Cole dropped his gun. Mills happened to turn around and saw that his friend had stopped, "Cole." Wanting to stick together, he then said, "Come on now, man, we gotta fall back right now."

Everyone else looked back to the eccentric soldier. But Cole shook his head and said, "Go and live your lives, fellas."

"What?" Slivko said as he didn't understand. With a nod of his head Cole then said, "Go and get out of here. Now."

Cole gave a smirk before turning away from them and started running back to where he could hear the Big Skullcrawler. Everyone started to run back after him and called out, "Cole, no! Cole!

"Cole, no! Stop!" They cried out as they waded in the water. The Big Skullcrawler kept coming towards them while they all shouted, "Cole! Cole!"

The monster gave a growl as it came ever so closer. Cole removed two grenades from his person and pulled the pins out while keeping the pressure on the tops. The others saw what he was doing and shouted, "No! Don't do it!"

"Cole!" Mills shouted as he tried to save his friend. But the others held him back seeing how dangerous the soldier had made himself. The Big Skullcrawler noticed how the human wasn't running away scared and Cole wanted the monster to come closer, "Come on. Come on, you-"

Cole teared up when the Skullcrawler didn't fall for his trap with a screech and turned a full circle to swat the soldier away. Cole was sent flying towards one of the rock formations and the grenades went off before he hit the rocky surface. Mills teared up from the loss of his best friend while the others pulled him back.

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As Kong started to run towards where he could hear the sounds of his enemy, he suddenly heard a loud boom coming from ahead. He didn't know what it meant, but he knew that he had to hurry; for the powerful small creature and the human female's sake.

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As they were climbing on one of the rock formations, Cheelai and Weaver both heard the explosion. They looked over and saw a cloud of smoke rising from one of the other rock formations. The girls looked to each other before continuing to climb up.

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Broly was nearing where the others were when he heard the explosion go off and felt someone's energy vanish all together. He recognized it as one of the soldiers that had befriended him on the ship a few days ago. But Broly knew that there would be time to grieve later.

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After landing on the ship, 17 and Chapman moved to engage Geras when suddenly they heard an explosion. They all looked to where it occurred and their eyes widened. Suddenly, a voice from above said, "And so ends the life of Cole. As it always has this way."

They look up to see Geras standing behind the railing on an upper level of the ship. Chapman then said, "You're gonna pay for what you put my friends through."

"I hardly put them through anything." Geras defended himself. Then he added, "You, Packard and your friends were always destined to come to this island, crash land here by Kong's hand and die. Though there were always survivors, you were never one of them."

"Until you came along." 17 said with narrowed eyes. Geras turned his attention to the Android, "Android 17, creation and destroyer of Dr. Gero."

"What does he mean by that?" Chapman asked. 17 then said, "Let's just say that an old fart kidnapped me and my sister before turning us into machine to use for revenge. But we were too strong to remain under his control."

"Indeed you are strong." Geras agreed. Then he added, "Much stronger than the counterpart from one future where he and 18 destroy that world."

"All right, enough of the history lesson." 17 said, feeling as if they were getting away from the subject. Then he questioned, "Who are you working for? And why do they want Kong and Godzilla dead?"

"Godzilla? Whose that?" Chapman mumbled to himself. Geras then said, "Do you really think that I'll give the name of my new employer?"

17 narrowed his eyes to the news, but didn't say anything. Geras then added, "As for why they wants the two Titan kings dead, I am not entirely sure myself. Though Godzilla's wasn't supposed to happen just yet."

"Huh?" 17 asked, now very confused. Geras then formed a giant fist made of sand he then said, "Now, weren't you going to try and stop me?"

"True enough." 17 said before quickly raising his hand and firing an orb of energy up at Geras. The observer jumped out of the way and the orb flew up to one of the smoke silos before destroying it. Geras landed on the deck not too far from them and launched a few long shards of sand at them. 17 grabbed Jack by the back of his shirt and pulled him out of the way.

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Weaver and Cheelai continued climbing up the rock formation. Cheelai then asked, "How many flares do you have?"

"About two?" Weaver said when she glanced down at the flare gun. Cheelai then said, "I have a plan."

"Hope that it's a good one." Weaver commented as they continued to climb. Cheelai huffed, "Oy, everyone's a critic."

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The Big Skullcrawler screeched as it continued to chase after the group on the ground. But just as it was upon them, a loud holler came down from the sky. The Big Skullcrawler, Lemo and the humans all looked up to see Broly coming down from the sky and landed a kick square on the lizard monster's head. Broly then jumped off its head before landing between it and his friends. The Big Skullcrawler growled as it rose back onto its feet and hissed at Broly. But before it could make a move against him, a loud roar once again came from above. The group all looked in awe when Kong came down with a giant rock in his hands. Kong smashed the rock against the Big Skullcrawler's head and it knocked it down. Broly quickly dashed forward and threw a punch that knocked it away. Broly then shouted behind him, "Get out of here!"

"Come on! Let's go, let's go!" Slivko shouted and they started running again. The two watched them go before Broly and Kong faced off against the Skullcrawler as it stood back up and hissed at them. Kong roared and Broly readied himself. The Skullcrawler leapt at Kong and the Ape Titan defended himself by placing an arm before his foe's jaws. Kong roared in pain from the Big Skullcrawler's bite, but didn't have to worry long as Broly jumped up and used his shoulder to ram into the Big Skullcrawler's chest. The lizard monster tumbled and Kong went in to smash it, but the Skullcrawler was able to quickly jump up and clamp its jaws around Kong's throat and slam him against the rock formation. Broly moved in to help, but didn't want to make a move and risk hurting Kong.

Kong was able to pry the Big Skullcrawler's jaws loose from his neck after punching it in the gut before shoving it away. Broly then flew in and landed a kick to the monster's face and Kong followed up by shoving it into the side of a rock formation. Kong tried to hit it with his elbow, but the Big Skullcrawler ducked under the blow and grabbed at Kong's arm with its jaws again and twisting to throw Kong on the ground. The waters violently splashed as Kong then retaliated by kicking the Big Skullcrawler in the face. Broly then gathered energy into his hand before launching forward and punching the Skullcrawler away. The punch created a loud bang that sent the Big Skullcrawler flying back.

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Over on the broken ships, 17 and Chapman were still on the run as Geras continued to throw spears of sand after them. They hid behind a corner and took the opportunity to catch their breath. 17 looked to the soldier and asked, "Got any ideas?"

"I'm trained in most combat situations." Chapman said between breaths. Then he said, "I was not trained for this."

"Try fighting a giant man bug trying to absorb you." 17 commented, knowing that he never expected to fight one of those. Chapman just gave him an odd look before asking, "Quick two questions, whose Godzilla? And what does he mean that you're a machine man."

"First off, barely know that Titan." 17 said. Then he said, "I come from another universe and am an Android that was created for the sole purpose of revenge but was able to fight back against the one who made me into this."

"One more question…" Chapman added. 17 groaned and Jack asked, "What exactly is Geras' deal here?"

"More than likely, he's here to see that the Legendary Skullcrawler does its job in eliminating Kong." 17 answered. He felt a presence close by and pulled Chapman down when spears of sand came flying at them. The projectiles flew over their heads and they looked to see their enemy standing on the other side of the walkway.

17 stood up and launched an orb of energy at Geras who moved out of the way. The orb destroyed part of another ship. 17 then said, "We need to think of something, or else we won't get anywhere."

"Though it didn't hurt him," Chapman started to remember, "my bullets were enough to distract him so I could escape." He then realized how they could win, "Get me an opening."

"Okay." 17 said, not knowing what the soldier had in mind. They both had to duck when an axe of sand came at them. The sand blade became embedded in the metal of the ship and it was attached to Geras' person. The two ran off to try and enact their plan.

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Weaver and Cheelai finally made it to the top of the rock formation and took a few breaths after the climb. Weaver then removed the flare gun and placed a flare into it. When it was ready, she held it up high and fired it up into the sky. The flare flew up high before exploding. Looking to her friend, Weaver then asked, "Okay, the boat's been signaled, now what?"

"Hand me the flare gun and the remaining flare." Cheelai said and held out her hand. Weaver handed it to her while taking out the flare.

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From their spot on the river, Brooks and San both saw the flare and began to steer their boat in the direction of the shot. Brooks told her, "Hold on."

San kept a good grip on the boat as it started to go much faster on the river.

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Kong was holding the Big Skullcrawler high over his head before throwing it down to the ground after it came back for another attack. Broly came flying in and kicked the enemy Titan in the back.

The Big Skullcrawler once again stood on his feet as did Broly and Kong and slammed its tail against the ground. It screeched at him while Kong ripped a tree from the ground with a roar of his own. Then holding the horizontally in front of him, Kong then used his free hand to remove the smaller branches, turning it into a weapon. Kong growled at Broly, making the Saiyan look to him and Kong motioned for him to stay back. Broly did just as the Big Skullcrawler rushed at Kong. Kong roared as he rushed forward as well and held the tree at the ready. When the Big Skullcrawler leapt at him, Kong swung the tree and it broke the tree and the enemy monster squealed from the blow. Broly quickly made his move and flew after the broken piece before spinning around and throwing it at the Big Skullcrawler. The piece hit the beast in the back of the head and made it fall to the ground. The Big Skullcrawler screeched as it once again rose on its feet and the two defenders stood at the ready.

(End of track)

(Cue Broly's Rage and Sorrow track from DBS Broly)

Suddenly, the winds started to change and the waters rippled all around them. The waters not too far from them started to turn a bright orange. Everyone looked to the spot just as a large, grey, scaly arm shot out of the water. Even the Big Skullcrawler seemed to be intimidated by what was coming. A growl came from the spot as more of the creature came through.

Conrad looked to Lemo and asked, "That the Legendary Skullcrawler you were talking about?"

"Yep." Lemo said as the creature fully emerged. Everyone became both awed and terrified by the creature. Those who had seen it on the day it left saw that nothing had changed about it. It still looked mostly like a normal Skullcrawler, but it had gigantic, long strands of hair at the back of its skull. The Legendary Skullcrawler looked to see not only its target, but also the one whose power matched its own. It could also sense through both smell and energy that there were a great deal of smaller creatures all around them. But then a hiss caused it to look to its right to find the Big Skullcrawler standing there. The Legendary Skullcrawler felt as if it were of its kind and could tell that it was an ally.

Kong could tell that this new creature, though looking like one of its common foes, was a great deal different than them. Kong glared at it before running at the Legendary Skullcrawler, much to Broly's shock. The Legendary Skullcrawler saw its target coming right at it, but it was ready to intercept. Kong leapt at it, but the Skullcrawler fell onto its back before using its hands and tail to push Kong over it. Everyone was completely surprised to see it use such a maneuver. Kong roared as he was sent flying through the air and crashed amongst some of the broken ships, becoming entangled in large chains and a boat fell on him.

Broly gasped when he saw the two monsters starting to converge on the trapped Kong. With a yell, Broly leapt forward and was able to at least knock the Legendary Skullcrawler away from the Ape Titan. The clone was able to quickly right itself back up before screeching at Broly. Broly glared at the clone and prepared to fight it. With a leap from the both of them, Broly and the Legendary Skullcrawler came at each other once again.

Kong struggled to rise up, but found that the chains and ship were restricting his movements. He became really worried when the Big Skullcrawler approached him. The Skullcrawler dented the ship when it stepped on it. Kong tried to fight it off, but couldn't because of his predicament with the chains. The Big Skullcrawler pushed its foe back down with one foot to his chest. It hissed as opened its jaws wide and started to taste Kong's fear with its tongue against his face. But a few surprise bullets were enough to distract it away from Kong.

All eyes on the ground looked to see that Brooks and San had arrived with the escape boat. Conrad, Lemo and Marlow started leading the soldiers to the boat. But the Big Skullcrawler also started making its way towards the boat as the bullets were starting to annoy it. It whacked its tail against Kong's face as if adding an insult to injury.

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Over on their boat, Geras, Android 17 and Chapman had stopped to witness the arrival of the Legendary Skullcrawler. Geras then turned to the two and said, "While our little battle was somewhat enjoyable, I do have a job to do and a schedule to keep."

"The only way you're getting off this boat is through us." 17 said with a glare. Geras then said, "You are too late to stop it. It is here in the past, and with Broly's powers it will either do the Saiyan in first or kill Kong and fulfill its mission be-"

"Before what?" Chapman questioned as neither he nor 17 understood. Geras then asked, "You are a ranger now, aren't you Android 17?"

"Yeah, so what?" The Android questioned. Geras asked him, "What do animals usually do when they survive and go on unimpeded?"

"They thrive." 17 said before it clicked in its mind. He put it together, "Even though it's a clone, the Legendary Skullcrawler's still able to breed with the normal ones."

"Huh?" Jack asked, still a little lost. 17 kept going, "With nothing to stop them from taking over island and escaping, the offspring of both the Legendary Skullcrawler and its mate would be able to leave the island and wreak havoc on the world."

"That would be my take on it." Geras nodded as it sounded right to him. 17 then whispered to Chapman, "I'll distract him for a bit and then you find a way to immobilize him long enough so we can relay the message."

"Okay." Jack said before running off. Geras noticed that the soldier was fleeing and said, "It would seem that it's just between you and me now."

"Seems that way." 17 said, keeping an emotionless expression on his face. Geras then formed a curved blade sand construct over his right arm and then rushed towards the Android. 17 waited for just the right moment before forming an Android Barrier around himself when Geras swung his attack. The construct was obliterated while around his arm turned into glass. 17's eyes widened to this and an idea formed in his head. Dropping the barrier, the Android then fired a Photon Flash at Geras. The observer created a barrier of sand between him and the attack that was able to withstand it. When it ended, the barrier had been turned into glass. 17 then rushed forward before punching through the barrier and Geras in the face.

Geras grunted when he fell against the deck of the ship and 17 looked down at his hand. It had been cut a little since he had punched through the glass, but he knew that there were more important things to worry about.

(End of track)

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The rest of the group had reached the boat and started to climb aboard. The gun on board had stopped shooting. Conrad, seeing the Big Skullcrawler making its way to them, quickly shouted, "Slivko, Lemo give us some cover fire."

"On it." They both shouted before they opened fire on it. The Big Skullcrawler shook the bullets off as it kept coming. Brooks tried to get it working again, but when he couldn't he shouted, "Marlow! A little help here, please!"

"Sure, she's a little temperamental." Marlow said as he moved Brooks out of the way and started working on it. The Big Skullcrawler came over closer to the boat.

Over from where he lay, Kong was wrestling to free himself from the chains. He was able to at least stand up again, but was still tied up at the moment. He roared as he fought to get loose again. The more he struggled, the more the chains around Kong broke.

Broly was still going at it with the Legendary Skullcrawler as the Saiyan threw a punch. But the Skullcrawler responded by forming a barrier around itself. The Legendary Skullcrawler used its power to expand the barrier and shove Broly away. The Saiyan was able to stop himself but quickly moved out of the way when the monster tried to swallow him whole again.

Soon, Broly and Kong were once again side by side as both Skullcrawlers moved next to each other as well. Both sides stared each other down, ready to end the fight.

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Author's Note: This is the longest chapter of the whole story. The next chapter will decide the fate of this side of history. And it may not be as thrilling as what happened in Beginnings, but it'll be just as entertaining. And I've got a few exciting plans coming up too. I look forward to reading your reviews. Be sure to leave a comment either about if I've done something wrong or if you want something specifically to happen. See you next time.